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Whether you are a resident or just live nearby, Somersett has so much to offer the entire Reno community.

4 All Somersett Residents Events & Specials 5 Canyon Nine 6 Somersett Golf & Country Club 7 Adult Programs 8 Miscellaneous Kids’ Programs 14 Kids’ Corner 14 Kids’ Club 15 Fitness Schedule 16 Fitness Classes 17 Massage & Spa 18 SOA 22 2015 Swim Program/Pool Schedule 23 July + August Calendar

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Somersett Owners Association The Club at Town Center 7650 Town Square Way Reno, Nevada 89523 775-787-4500 soa@mysomersett.com events@mysomersett.com mysomersett.com Clubhouse Hours Monday – Friday: 5:30 am to 9 pm Saturday: 7 am to 9 pm Sunday: 7 am to 9 pm *The Club will close at 6 pm on Friday, July 4 Association Hours Monday – Friday: 8 am to 5 pm *The Association office will be CLOSED on Friday, July 4

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Music on the Green Saturday, July 18 | 4:30–8 pm

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 18 for Somersett’s Fifth Annual Music on the Green! Join us on the driving range at the Somersett Golf & Country Club for music, food and fun for everyone! This year come down and enjoy music by Joker’s Wild and Drinking with Clowns!

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Staff Directory Lauren Stemmler, CMCA, AMS Community Manager x327 lstemmler@mysomersett.com Blake Lederman Assistant Community Manager x333 Aesthetics & Maintenance blederman@mysomersett.com Stephanie Viau Assistant Community Manager x310 Homeowner Accounts & Compliance soaadmin@mysomersett.com Callie Burgard Community Relations Director x320 cburgard@mysomersett.com Eric Maass Youth Program Director x317 emaass@mysomersett.com

Sierra Canyon Aspen Lodge Diana Monach-Jones Community Manager 775-624-2900 Diana.Monach-Jones@fsresidential.com Somersett Golf & Country Club 775-787-1800 Somersett Living newsletter is published by: Kathy Hess, Just Imagine Marketing and Design 775-746-4138; kathy@justimaginemktg.com Front cover: Local resident Jordan Essa having summer fun at the pool. Photo credit: Gino Essa

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ALL SOMERSETT RESIDENTS EVENTS & SPECIALS

Book Club

Investment Roundtable Discussions

Tuesday, July 7 & August 4, 6–7 pm | Media Room Karen Vibe, portfolio management director at Morgan Stanley in Reno, has created a monthly forum for sharing investment knowledge with neighbors and engaging in open-minded discussion. All adults are welcome to attend. This is not a seminar or a sales presentation, but rather a platform for dialogue and access to a high-level financial advisor right here in your neighborhood. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Karen at Karen.D.Vibe@morganstanley.com.

New Resident Orientation Social

Tuesday, July 14, 6–7 pm | RSVP by Monday, July 13 If you’re new to Somersett, let us welcome you properly with our New Resident Social at The Club at Town Center! You’ll learn all about your new community, the Club and the Canyon Nine while getting to know SOA staff and maybe even a few of your new neighbors.

Wednesdays, July 22 & August 26, 7–8:30 pm Please join the book club in July in the media room at The Club at Town Center as we discuss Z for Zelda by Therese Anne Fitzgerald. In August, we’ll be reading Far From the Maddening Crowd by Thomas Hardy. For more information and to RSVP, contact Julie Malone at juliannamalone@gmail.com.

Pinochle Club Mondays, 2:15–4:15 pm Pinochle players, we have a club just for you! Somersett’s pinochle club is welcoming new or advanced players for three or four-handed pinochle. Join us for this casual drop-in game here at the Club on Monday afternoons.

Mah Jongg Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30–5 pm Mah Jongg is a challenging tile game that originated in China, and we’re playing it at the Club with the National Mah Jongg League rules and play card. Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays to play or just watch, and feel free to bring a snack and non-alcoholic beverage.

Bridge Club

Wednesdays from 3–5 pm We’re bringing bridge to the Club! Beginner to intermediate players are welcome, so join us for this fascinating bidding card game. For more information and to RSVP, contact Ken Falci at kenfalci@gmail. com.

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Hours of Operation July & August Hours: 7 am–7 pm (Weather permitting)

Season Rates & Specials

Residents: $7 adult; $5 junior Guests: $10 adult; $7 junior Non-resident: $15 adult; $10 junior Monday: Two for one Somersett Senior Residents* Wednesday: $5 Somersett Ladies’ Golf* Friday: Happy Hour Golf – Half off beer and rounds of golf

from 3–5 pm *Does not apply to guests.

Loyalty Points Earn loyalty points each time you golf on the Canyon Nine. For each resident green fee purchased on your account, five points will be added to your loyalty account. Earn 50 points to receive a free green fee. These points roll over annually.

Little Tykes Golf Clinic

Wednesday, July 22 & August 26, 5:30–6:30 pm New at the Country Club!

Little Tykes golf is one of the best opportunities to get your child involved in a game that will last a lifetime. Somersett Golf & Country Club PGA professionals are proud to donate their time to your little ones! This class is best suited for ages 4 and up. Meet at the golf shop at the Somersett Golf & Country Club and take the shuttle ride with the pros to the driving range. We will exercise, hit some golf balls, enjoy a drink and snack break and finish off with a short game contest. We will do our best to provide clubs; however, providing your own equipment is best. See you there!

June 28: Fourball (Better Ball) July 26: 2 Person Scramble August 30: Chapman Scotch (Hit, Switch, Select and then

Alternate) September 13: Conquer the Canyon – Individual Stroke Play 9 am tee times | $20/adults, $15/juniors (under 18) This season, the chase is on for the Somersett Cup! The four events listed above are point events with the champion earning the most cumulative points – just like the PGA Tour! The only difference? The Somersett Cup champion will win a Titleist Scotty Cameron putter instead of ten million dollars. Whether you’re in it to win it or just to have fun, we invite all residents in the community – men, women and juniors – to participate in any or all of our great events. All ability levels are welcome. Events will be scored with the Callaway scoring system, thereby eliminating the need for USGA handicaps so everyone to play.

We hope that you will support and enjoy our returning format from 2014. Sign up at The Club at Town Center for all events. A barbecue and daily awards are included in your entry and will follow play.

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Saturday, July 11 & August 15; 9 pm shotgun $25/resident; $45/resident couple | $30/guest; $55/guest couple RSVP by Monday, June 8 | 20 adult min; 50 max It’s that time of the year again – glow ball season! We’re going to light up the course with glow-in-the-dark balls and glow sticks, and we’ll also be firing up the grill and offering a no-host bar. Registration fee includes your round of golf, glow ball supplies, a pre-round BBQ and your first beverage from the bar. This is one of our most popular events of the summer season, so sign up quickly because spots go fast. Visit mysomersett.com or the Club’s concierge for more information.

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SOMERSETT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 775-787-1800 somersettgolfandcountryclub.com Country Club Golf Shop Hours July & August: (Closed Mondays) Tuesday through Friday from 7 am–7 pm Saturday and Sunday from 6:30 am–7 pm

Bocce Ball Court Hours

July & August: Tuesday through Sunday from 8 am–7 pm* *may play until dusk if in possession of own bocce balls For those interested in playing bocce, please note there is a grooming rake/brush located on the outside wall of the golf shop.

Bocce balls and scoreboards may be checked out from the golf shop staff during operating hours.

Country Club First Tee Times

July & August Hours: (Closed Mondays) Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 am | Saturday & Sunday at 7 am Play the Tom Kite Designed Championship Country Club Course All Somersett Residents have access to playing the championship country club course four times per year. Each resident may book a foursome at a rate of $65 per player. This includes green fee, driving range usage and golf cart. We take tee times for residents three days in advance at 787-1800 x2.

Community Driving Range Hours

July & August: Tuesday through Sunday from 8 am–6 pm All Somersett Residents are encouraged to utilize the driving range at the country club. Residents have complimentary access to the north side of the driving range per the country club’s new agreement with the Somersett Owner’s Association. Our hours are 8 am to 6 pm Tuesday through Saturday, and 8 am to 5:30 pm on Sunday. We will happily shuttle you to and from the podium located at the south side (parking lot side) of the driving range. Our shuttle runs every 20 minutes. We also ask that you check in with resident ID at the podium with our range attendant. For $10 payable at the golf shop, residents may utilize the south side of the driving range. Present your receipt to the range attendant and he will direct you to an open spot.

This fee also allows access to the putting green and chipping area.

Men, please remember our simple dress code of collared golf shirts, caps worn forward at all times and no denim. For the ladies, we ask no denim, spaghetti-strapped tops, bare midriffs or short shorts.

Proper footwear such as golf shoes or tennis shoes is also required.

Learn to Golf – Adult

Saturday, July 11, 18 & 25, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 11 am–12:30 pm $15/clinic | RSVP 4 days prior to clinic | 3 min; 16 max Engage in the game of a lifetime, and let us help you get ready to play. Building on the success of last year’s Learn to Golf Program, Stuart Smith and our staff of country club PGA professionals will again be instructing this beginner/intermediate class. Whether you are a former golfer looking to dust off your clubs and brush up on your fundamentals or someone eager to learn for the first time, this is an ideal program for golfers at any stage. A typical session will include clinic-style instruction as well as time for individual help from instructors. Over the course of each month we will cover all aspects of the game, including full swing, putting, short game and on-course 6

playing instruction. This program will run through the golf season with a projected end date of September 26. If participation dictates, we will add an additional 1 pm class on Saturdays at the height of the season. Please sign up with the golf shop staff at 787-1800 x2 at least four days prior to clinic time. We’re looking forward to playing with you!

Junior Learn to Golf (Ages 7-14)

Wednesday, July 1(4–6 pm), 8 (4–5:30 pm), 15, 22 (4–5:30 pm) & 29 (4–5 pm); Tuesday, August 4 (4–5:30 pm); Wednesday, August 12 (4–5:30 pm), 19 (4–5:30 pm) & 26 (4–5 pm) $15/clinic OR $50/month series | RSVP 4 days prior to clinic date 3 junior min; 10 max Your juniors are in good hands with the three resident PGA professionals at Somersett Golf & Country Club. Stuart Smith, Rick Christensen and Tyler Ramsey are enjoying the 2015 season and looking forward to this great opportunity for Somersett resident juniors to get quality instruction in all aspects of the game. Each month’s series of junior clinics will cover full swing, putting, short game and on-course playing instruction, in that order. All clinics will be taught at Somersett Golf & Country Club. Please contact Tyler Ramsey with any questions at tramsey@somersett.com.

Tips from the Country Club Stuart Smith – PGA Director of Golf

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chip shot is a low flying shot that carries less in the air than it rolls out to target. There are many instances on the Canyon Nine in which this shot is more beneficial than a pitch shot.

A chip shot should be considered when the distance from the ball to the front edge of the green is less than the front edge of the green to the target. The club of choice for this shot should be a lesser-lofted club than a pitching wedge, such as a 6, 7 or 8 iron. The stroke mechanics are similar to that of a putt with just a couple of minor alterations in the set-up.

1) With your club of choice, hold the same length that you would normally hold your putter.

2) The hold of the club is more in your hands and less in the fingers.

The grip of the club will run through the lifeline of both hands, making it much different than a full swing hold.

3) Eyes over the ball – the hold of the club makes this easy.

4) Weight forward and hands positioned ahead, creating a forward shaft lean.

5) Stroke is equal back/equal through, catching the ball on the downward part of the stroke. Maintain positive energy through the ball and toward the target.

If you need more assistance, all country club professionals are eager to help you with your game. Schedule us for a private lesson or clinic.

The golf shop is fully stocked, so visit us for all of your golf needs. We typically beat Golf Headquarters and online pricing.

ADULT PROGRAMS All programs listed are for members of The Club at Town Center unless otherwise noted.

Adult Pick-Up Basketball

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30–9 pm Join us weekly for a friendly game of pick-up basketball. You’ll improve your game, meet new people and fit in a workout too. Pickup basketball is for adults only, ages 18 and up. We hope to see you there!

Watercolor Class

Wednesdays, July 8–29 & August 5–26 10 am–1 pm in the Canyon View Room $59/resident/month session plus $20 material fee payable directly to Eva or bring your own RSVP by Friday, July 3 | 6 participants min; 20 max In this workshop, instructor Eva Nichols will go over the basics of watercolor painting using both traditional and nontraditional methodology. No previous painting experience or drawing skills are necessary. The emphasis is to create an environment in which students feel free to play and experiment with colors and methods to create luminous watercolors. Already have experience? This class will help you discover your own painting style while learning about the exciting and versatile possibilities of watercolor painting. Explore wet-into-wet, dry brushing, color changes, values, glazing, lost and found edges and negative painting techniques while moving closer to achieving your personal artistic goals. To sign up for this class, contact the concierge desk.

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Adult Potluck

Saturday, July 25 & August 1 July theme: Summer Cuisine | August theme: National Night Out RSVP by the Monday before | 12 adult min; 50 max Join us for our very popular monthly potluck. In July, we’ll celebrate summer with our favorite summer dishes. In August, we will celebrate National Night Out. We will cook the hamburgers and hot dogs, you bring the side! Please indicate what you plan to bring when you RSVP.

Saturday in the Sierras

Saturday, July 28 and August 29* | 6 person min; 20 max Meet at the Club at 8 am for an 8:15 am departure FREE for residents | RSVP the Monday before Spend some quality time in the Sierras! There’s no better time to enjoy the beauty of your surroundings on our popular mountain hikes. Please look for flyers posted at the Club and on mysomersett.com for location details. This is a carpooling event; please bring your own lunch.

Adult Cooking Class

Friday, August 28, 6–8 pm | $30/resident; $40/non-resident guest Please note: This is rescheduled from a class in May Join Chef Michael Neff as he presents a three-course Hawaiian Style summer menu. The menu will include an island style Caesar salad, a shrimp and angel hair pasta dish and a tropical fruit napoleon. We will enjoy two hours of instruction, a tasting plate of the menu and a glass of wine. RSVP at mysomersett.com or at the concierge desk today!

GENERAL CLUB RULES Members must check-in to the facility upon entering and show their membership card, photo ID or have their picture taken to program into the system. Members may be turned away if they cannot provide valid ID. RSVP POLICY Please remember to RSVP for programs by the deadline listed so we can ensure that enough supplies and staff are available. All event fees are due at time of reservation. Cancellations must be made 48 hours before an event to receive a refund. No refunds will be given for no-shows. Unless noted, all events are for residents only.

If residents choose to bring a guest, event and guest fees apply.

LATE PICK-UP FEE The Club will charge a late pick-up fee for any child not picked up within 15 minutes of a program’s end time, including Kids’ Corner. Following the 15-minute grace period, a $5 fee will be charged for every 10 minutes your child remains with us.

GUEST FEES: $10 adult; $8 junior Members are allowed to bring up to six guests at one time for a maximum of ten visits per guest. Members must accompany guests at all times.

ALCOHOL POLICY Alcoholic beverages may be purchased from the Club. Members and their

guests are not allowed to bring their own alcoholic beverages onto the premises, including the pool area and Canyon Nine. No alcoholic beverages will be sold or served to any person not permitted to purchase the same under the laws of the state of Nevada or be sold for off-premises consumption. The Club reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to refuse service to any member or guest who appears to be intoxicated.

UPDATE YOUR PROFILE ON MYSOMERSETT.COM If you are logging into the site for the first time, your username is the four-digit member number plus the extension number excluding the zeros.

Your password will be your last name in all lowercase. For example, Mary Smith is member number 4898-002. Her username is 48982; her password is smith. If you have questions regarding the changes to mysomersett.com or for log in information, please contact Stephanie at soaadmin@mysomersett. com or by calling 787-4500 x310.

Once you have logged in and updated your profile, remember to opt in to any of our groups for the latest information. Groups include: Sports & Fitness, Adult Programs, Kids’ Programs, Golf, Community Events, Private Events and Aquatics. Each group receives a monthly email on the fifth with current information and tips.

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MISCELLANEOUS KIDS’ PROGRAMS Summer Happenings! Pool-aPalooza!

Fourth of July Day Camps June 29–July 3, 7 am–6 pm | Ages 5–12 | $35/day; $150/week Let’s celebrate Fourth of July for an entire week! Join us at the Club for a week of red, white and blue fun. We’re planning activities like water games and crafts with lunch and snacks provided. Space is limited (20 kids per day), so sign up early!

Fourth of July Bash Saturday, July 4, 12–4 pm Mark your calendar to help us celebrate the red, white and blue here at the Club. Don’t miss out on all the poolside fun! Please note the Club will close at 6 pm on Friday, July 4.

Summer Kids’ Luau Friday, July 10, 5:30–8:30 pm

$10/child | RSVP by Wednesday, July 8 | 6 child min; 30 max Dig out the grass skirts and flowered shirts – we’re throwing a summer luau! We’ll begin with games, snack on luau-themed pizza and end the night with a classic luau movie.

Ice Cream Social Friday, July 17, 5:30–6:30 pm

FREE for the WHOLE family! | RSVP by Wednesday, July 15 July is ice cream month, and we want to celebrate! Join us out on the pool deck to top sundaes with your favorite treats. Please RSVP to ensure adequate supplies.

SUPER TGIF Friday, July 17

and August 14, 5:30–7:30 pm Get ready for the weekend by coming down to the pool for tasty snow cones.

We’ll have your favorite beats played by the poolside DJ. Start the weekend off the right way here at the Club.

Wednesday, July 29 & Saturday, August 29, 5–8 pm Come on down to the pool for a giant Somersett Pool Party! Enjoy live music, food and drink specials, games and lots of fun! We can’t wait to see you there!

Ice Cream Sandwich Day

Saturday, August 8, 12–1 pm FREE | RSVP by Wednesday, August 5 Is there a better way to celebrate the height of summer than Ice Cream Sandwich Day? Get out of the sun and join us at the Club for a cool, creamy treat – rich ice cream layered between sweet cookies.

FALL 2015 Starbright School Program

MONDAY–FRIDAY | 4 child min; 16 max Morning Program: 7–8:30 am | $25/child/week; $7/child/day Afternoon Program: 3:30–6 pm | $40/child/week; $10/child/day Ages 5–12 | Register by the Thursday before

Semester Special: $450 for morning program;

$700 for after program; $1100 for both programs. Full payment required before August 7 to take advantage of special (August through December programs) This quality program features a wide variety of activities, including special sports instruction, arts and crafts, fitness, cooking and much more. Snack and homework assistance are provided during the educational hour. It is our goal to help develop great self-esteem for all participants in an active and positive environment. Please register your child at the concierge desk.

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early four years ago, Northern Nevada welcomed the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (The Discovery) as the region’s first hands-on science center.

In July, The Discovery will unveil a major new addition to its collection of galleries that represents an example of what the new direction of The Discovery will look like. Inside Out: an Anatomy Experience is a new 2,500 square-foot gallery focused on human anatomy and health science. Inside Out will create a richer, much more immersive experience than the museum’s existing galleries and will contains more than 25 exhibits that will help visitors of all ages uncover the amazing ways our bodies work, grow, age and heal.

This exciting new gallery will open to the public on Saturday, July 11th. We hope you’ll visit The Discovery to see this engaging new addition and be a part of the museum’s growth and change.

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AEROBICS STUDIO Cardio kick sculpting, spinning, yoga or pilates c wor sign up with a personal trainer.

POOLS/SPAS A resort pool with a 98 foot water slide, three lane junior Olympic pool and two full spas.

CARDIO-WEIGHT STUDIO Elli exercise bikes or treadmills available

THE GREAT ROOM Enjoy a sunset, relax with a book in front of the fireplace, check your e-mail from your laptop on the wireless network or watch the golfers on the Canyon Nine from the outdoor deck.

SPORTS COURT/INDOOR BAS game of hoops or watch a productio Sports Court is truly a multipurpose three basketball hoops, hardwood fl stage.

THE LOFT Somersett’s own entertainment and gathering room. Excellent for weddings, business meetings and gatherings.

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KIDS’ CORNER

Silly Fun in the Sun

Hours & Programming* Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am–12:30 pm; 5:30–7:30 pm Friday: 8:30 am–12:30 pm Saturday: 8 am–12 pm Closed Sunday Hours vary in the summer due to summer camp, please check website for up-to-date sessions.

KIDS’ CORNER POLICY REMINDERS

• Kids’ Corner will only accept children two to six years of age. All children must be registered by the parent for Kids’ Corner prior to their first use of the room.

Registration forms are available at the concierge desk or online at mysomersett.com.

• Parents with children who are not bathroom independent must remain on Club premises at all times when their child is in Kids’ Corner. This includes such activities as playing tennis, aerobics, using the fitness room, swimming or during a special Club function. • For the morning time slots, parents may sign their child up for either 8:30–10:30 am or 10:30 am–12:30 pm Monday through Friday and either 8–10 am or 10 am–12 pm on Saturday. Evening slot is from 5:30–7:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. • The room operates on a six to one ratio, with a maximum of sixteen children allowed at any given time.

To accommodate this ratio, the Club requires reservations to be made at least 24 hours in advance to ensure staffing. Reservations may be made online at mysomersett.com seven days in advance. • All children must be dropped off in Kids’ Corner within 15 minutes of their reservation time. If the parent has not checked in their child within the 15-minute window, the reservation becomes void and the spot will be opened to a child on the wait list. • No-shows will result in a $10 fee per child due to the Club. Cancellations must be received by 8 am on the day of the reservation.

Saturday, July 11, 1–2 pm $5/child | RSVP by Wednesday, July 8 | 4 child min; 16 max Grab your swimsuits and sunscreen and head to Kids’ Corner for some water fun in the sun! We’ll head outside to play Duck, Duck, Splash, water limbo and more. After we towel off, we’ll refresh with a special frozen treat.

Watch them Grow!

Wednesday, August 26, 12:30–1:30 pm $5/child | RSVP by Monday, August 24 | 4 child min; 16 max Have you ever wanted to plant a flower and watch it grow? Do it with us in Kids’ Corner – we’ll decorate our very own pots and plant flowers inside. Then we’ll sample some dirt ourselves – a special dessert with wiggly worms and chocolate pudding dirt, that is!

July Theme—Red, White & Summer!

August Theme­—Hot Summer Nights!

KIDS’ CLUB Kids’ Club is a FREE club for children ages 7–10!

All Kids’ Club members receive a membership card and a quarterly newsletter filled with interactive games, trivia and birthday wishes. Bring your new Kids’ Club membership card to events and get a hole punch for attending. Get ten punches for a special gift certificate! To register, please fill out a membership form at the concierge desk and return it to the Club.

For more information about Kids’ Club, please contact Eric Maass at emaass@mysomersett.com.

DOWNTOWN

Extreme Water Works!

Saturday, July 11, 12–1 pm $5/child | RSVP by Wednesday, July 8 | 5 child min; 25 max The summer heat is here, so head to the Club to cool off with friends and neighbors. We’ll have buckets of water balloons, the water hose and plenty of frozen treats. Grab your swimsuits and sunscreen and sign up today.

Summer Treats

Friday, August 21, 4–5 pm | $5/child RSVP by Wednesday, August 17 Let’s enjoy the summer with an evening of treats! Join us at the Club for a fun afternoon – we’ll create different sorts of yummy treats perfect for a hot summer night. Kids will leave with recipe cards and new ideas for a delicious summer.

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FITNESS SCHEDULE For a complete description of all our fitness classes and the most up to date calendar, please visit mysomersett.com or the Club’s concierge desk.

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MONDAY Bootcamp w/ Robyn 5:45–6:30 (MAX 20)

K Yoga w/ Renee 9–10

TUESDAY GS Yoga* w/ Karen 7:30–8:30

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THURSDAY GS Yoga* w/ Renee 7:30–8:30

HIIT It w/ Robyn 5:45–6:15 F.I.T. w/ Ash 7:15–8:15

Spin w/ Beth 7:30–8:15

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Sackrison Scramble* w/ Robyn 5:45–6:30 (MAX 14)

F.I.T.* Instructor Varies 7:55–8:55

Yoga* w/ Linda 8:30–9:30

Water Fitness+ Instructor Varies 9–10, 10–11:10

Yoga* w/ Linda 8:30–9:30

Water Fitness+ Instructor Varies 9–10, 10–11:10

Yoga* w/ Linda 8:30–9:30

Yoga* Instructor Varies 9–10

Step w/ Cindy 9:35–10:30

Body Sculpt w/ Beth 9–9:45

Bosu Step/Sculpt w/ Cindy 9:35–10:30

Body Sculpt w/ Beth 9–9:45

Step w/ Cindy 9:35–10:30

Water Fitness+ Instructor Varies 9–10, 10–11:10

Sculpt w/ Beth 11:15–12 (MAX 10)

Outdoor Bootcamp w/ Christy 12–12:45

Sculpt w/ Beth 11:15–12 (MAX 10)

Basic Yoga Instructor Varies 1–2

Indoor Cycling w/ Christy 5:30–6:15

Indoor Cycling w/ Beth 5:30–6:15 Body Sculpt w/ Beth 6:30–7:15

F.I.T. 15’s w/ Christy 6:15–7

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Yoga w/ Linda 5:30–6:30 Zumba w/ Leslie 6:35–7:35 (MAX 20)

Cycling Bootcamp w/ Christy 5:30–6:15

Items with a + mean the class is located in the lap pool.

F.I.T. 15’s w/ Christy 6:15–7

Items with a * mean the class is located in the Sports Court.

Private Pilates in the Aerobic Room

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 7:30–8:30 am, 10–11 am, 12–1 pm Participants must arrive to class on time. Heavy colognes/perfumes should not be worn during class. All participants are asked to wipe down equipment after use. Used equipment should be returned to original location. Cell phones should be put on silent and not used during class.

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signing in under your profile for the Fitness & Sports Group at mysomersett.com, or by checking the fitness bulletin board.

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FITNESS CLASSES For a complete description of all our classes, please visit the fitness class page of our website at mysomersett.com.

Personal training is a great way to get personalized routines designed to increase your performance and fitness results. And if you’re new to the gym or coming back after some time off, our personal trainers can help you get back into shape safely with faster results. Please check the sports tab of our website for personal training specials and tips.

The Club at Town Center has a great fitness tool to track personal achievements. Fitassess.com is a web-based fitness assessment program that gives personal trainers the tools to conduct a complete physical assessment for their clients. Tests include BMI, blood pressure, body fat analysis, body measurements, cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility and muscular endurance.

The program compiles these results for a ranking that is compared to national averages, and it also provides a number for a body’s fitness age. This information is useful for determining a starting point and making it easy to set goals. It’s also a means of tracking your overall improvement, which boosts motivation and keeps you focused on your training. For more information or to set up your physical assessment session, please speak to any of our personal trainers.

professional John Mathews at 287-8229. For further information about our tennis programming, please visit our sports page at mysomersett. com. To register, visit the concierge desk and fill out a form.

Ball Machine & Stroke Analysis

Ball machine $15/hr | Stroke analysis $20/hr Get a great workout with the ball machine while improving your tennis skills at the same time. The stroke analysis will be done with a quick and powerful super slow motion app (coach’s eye) that makes it quick and easy to analyze and improve tennis stroke. The analysis will be done in real time with the tennis pro on the court.

To rent the ball machine, contact John Mathews at 287-8229. If you have further questions about renting the ball machine or for information about the stroke analysis, contact John or Christian Mead at cmead@mysomersett.com or call 787-4500 x321.

Fitness Questions For information about classes, fitness equipment, reformer Pilates, personal training and pricing, please visit our website at mysomersett.com or contact the Concierge Staff at tcconcierge@ mysomersett.com or 787-4500. If you’re new or just curious about all of our strength equipment, call today to arrange a complimentary fitness orientation.

Tennis

Private $30/session | Package of 6 privates $150 Group tennis with John: $60/4 classes or $100/10 classes We’re pleased to offer private or semi-private lessons, group classes and drill classes. We offer tennis for a variety of ages and services for any of our members. Looking for new tennis equipment, to get your racquets re-strung, or just searching for information? Contact tennis

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MASSAGE & SPA

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ind down from a busy week in one of our spacious cedarlined saunas, and remember to take advantage of the many amenities in our locker rooms. Both the men’s and women’s locker rooms feature day use lockers, restrooms, showers and changing areas. Last but certainly not least, remember to take full advantage of our massage room.

The Club at Town Center has licensed massage therapists ready to cater to your aches and pains. Enjoy a relaxing and beneficial massage at your convenience by scheduling an appointment with one of our professionals. Whether you’re looking to alleviate stress, increase flexibility, improve your image or just enjoy a bit of TLC, the Club’s menu offers many types of treatments to fit your needs.

For more information on what we offer and to contact our massage therapists, check out the sports tab of our website.

Massage Memberships* Sign up for a massage membership to enjoy 12 full 60 or 90-minute massages at an unbeatable price! Your membership rolls over month-to-month and is valid one year from purchase date. *Limit 2 memberships per person • $650 – 12 x 60 minute Signature Royal Treatment massages (Non-residents $710) • $950 – 12 x 90 minute Signature Royal Treatment massages (Non-residents $1,010) • $750 – 12 x 60 minute Deep Tissue Treatment massages (Non-residents $810) • $1,050 – 12 x 90 minute Deep Tissue Treatment massages (Non-residents $1,110)

You See Your Dentist Every Year for a Checkup – Why Not Your Insurance Agent?

Insurance – It’s a mandatory expense according to most. You get your bill and you pay it, year after year. Your agent makes a commission every time you pay, but are they earning their commission every year? When was the last time they called you just to say “Thanks for your business” and offer a checkup so you know what you’re paying for every year?

Think about it compared to your local dentist. Every six months you make an appointment for a checkup. If they find a problem they fix it. Six months later another postcard comes and it’s time to do it again. You trust your dentist, you refer your friends to him or her. It’s a personal relationship from a local business owner who supports your community. That’s a win-win for everyone.

Now think about your insurance company. Is it operated by a local business owner? When was the last time they called you to offer a checkup? Do you know what your current limits are, or even your deductible amounts? Are they involved with local events or does their company just spend millions of dollars every year on TV ads that are meant to entertain you?

Personal service and yearly reviews are the things we pride ourselves on at my American Family Insurance Agency. If you’d like more information and a free checkup on your existing insurance please go to my website specifically for Somersett homeowners and residents at www.somersettinsurance.com

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S O A

The SOA is professionally managed by FirstService Residential.

Onsite office is located at The Club at Town Center.

CUSTOMER CARE: 775-624-9152 ASSESSMENT MAILING ADDRESS: PO Box 54089 Los Angeles, CA 90054-0089

ACCOUNT INFORMATION: www.nevada.fsrconnect.com/somersett ASSOCIATION HOURS: Monday – Friday: 8 am to 5 pm Closed Friday, July 4

Assessment Reminder

for it. Not to mention, getting involved means one can have influence into those areas and get to meet more and more of the residents of this great community.

See how Danielle Kirby makes it all work on page 20! Board Applications will be available in the September/October Somersett Living Magazine.

Assessments are due on the first of each month and are overdue if not paid by the 30th of the month. A late fee of $25 will be posted to accounts not paid by the 30th of the month. Accounts 60 days past due will lose clubhouse and/or Canyon Nine privileges. Accounts 75 days past due will be sent to collections.

Assessment Payments Submitted Online (via

Paylease) Did you know you can pay your monthly assessments online from the FirstService Residential website? Please be aware that payments submitted online go through a third party payment processing company called Paylease. Payments submitted through Paylease will, and typically do, take up to three business days to be credited to your assessment account. Please keep this information in mind for last minute assessment payments as payments received after the 30th are subject to a $25 late fee. Paylease does charge a fee for its service, and you can pay a larger fee to have the payment posted within one business day. If you would like information on automatic payments that are processed free of charge, please contact the association and request a ‘surepay’ application. You may also submit payments to the SOA office, via check or money order only.

Any changes to the meeting dates will be updated online at mysomersett.com on the SOA’s News & Documents page. Executive sessions, AGC and CSC meetings are not open to residents other than those on the agenda. Communications, Strategic Planning and Finance Committee meetings are open to all owners and are held at The Club at Town Center. Meetings of the Board of Directors are also open to all owners and are held in the Canyon View Room at The Club at Town Center.

JULY

RULES & REGULATION REMINDERS Construction Hours

Construction hours including materials delivery are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. only, unless expressly approved otherwise by the Committee.

Elections It is that time again. Time to think about elections to the Somersett Board. Two positions will be open this fall.

What should you consider when running for the Board?

The commitment of time is significant. The board is in essence running a corporation with a significant budget. There are currently over 2,600 homes in the community with a boom in building. When Somersett is completely built, it will include 3500 homes — a small city. Each member of the board is given a position which includes specific tasks and then is asked to sit on two committees (which meet at least once a month) to provide knowledge of board priorities.

In addition, the board always has projects which need oversight from at least one board member.

The knowledge that there is great reward in serving the beautiful community in which we all live. There is great satisfaction in understanding the operations of Somersett and the long-term plans 18

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2nd 9:30 am AGC 3rd SOA CLOSED 6th 5:00 pm Finance 7th 6:00 pm Strategic Planning 8th 8:30 am CSC 15th 4:00 pm Executive 16th 9:30 am AGC 21st 6:00 pm Communications 3rd 5:00 pm 4th 6:00 pm 6th 9:30 am 12th 8:30 am 18th 6:00 pm 19th 4:00 pm 20th 9:30 am 26th 5:30 pm *Budget Workshops - TBD

Finance Strategic Planning AGC CSC Communications Executive AGC BOARD

Meeting Agendas and Minutes Agendas for Board of Director’s meetings will be posted online at mysomersett.com at least ten days prior to the scheduled meeting.

Minutes of these meetings will be posted online at www.nevada. fsrconnect.com/somersett once they have been approved at the next scheduled meeting. For a draft copy of minutes, please submit your request to soa@mysomersett.com.

Light Up Your Summer Nights

A fire pit or fire table creates a hotspot in your outdoor space, a central gathering point that draws friends and family in with warmth, crackle, and a magical glow. There are many ways to build a fire pit, and plenty of choices to make. We can help you bring home the fire meant for your outdoor space. We carry top brands at competitive pricing. Free local delivery (within 50 mi radius of Truckee, CA). Two Truckee locations: Main Showroom for fireplaces, spas, outdoor furniture 11403 Brockway Rd., 530 587 6681; Downtown for home decor 10115 Donner Pass Rd., 530 550 8800. MountainHomeCenter.com [Photos Clockwise: OW Lee’s Aero, 48” Sq Chat Ht; Woodard’s Jax, 48” Sq Fire Table; OW Lee’s Santorini, 54” Rd Counter Ht; OW Lee’s Santorini, 42” Rd Chat Ht; Woodard’s Linear Dining Fire Pit Table with Linear Burner.)

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Danielle Kirby

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ucille Ball once said, “If you want something done, give it to a busy person.” And busy is Danielle’s middle name.

She even admits these days she’s not quite sure how she will make it through the day — there is so much to do — but since there is no alternative, she always does and she does it with grace, commitment and passion.

Danielle was born in Southern California in Orange County.

Very young, her family moved to South Africa where she attended grade school in Johannesburg. She loved living there and tells her parents even today that she was mad at them for moving back! While there, what she enjoyed most was the slow pace of life, centered on community and family values.

After receiving her degree from University San Francisco in Industrial Organizational Psychology, she returned to South Africa to give back to the community she loved so much. She volunteered under her former grade school principal teaching English, Religion and Physical Education in a very poor school. After a year, she returned to the states, continued dating her future husband, Jason and started her career in Human Resources.

“When Jason proposed, we married and moved to Incline,” she explains. He was selling real estate and she also went into sales. But Danielle found Incline “too cold and the town really, really small.” So the family moved to Reno in 1999. That was when Jason encouraged her to go into real estate. In 2001, Danielle started selling homes and in 2003, she and Jason started The Kirby Team, the same year they bought their home in Somersett. Over those 12 years, they have seen a housing boom, a recession and now another turn in the industry with low inventory and low interest rates leading to multiple offers and tough negotiations.

Life got more and more active in other ways as well. Chance was born in 2007 and Trace in 2013. Her passion for motherhood became paramount, and with it her love for the Somersett community. Her eyes light up when she speaks about the opportunities Somersett presents for raising her sons in “a safe, fun and family-oriented community.” She goes on, “Hey, if we only have an hour, we can head to the pool or the park — and it is all in our backyard.”

So why add the Board position to an already busy life? After being approached by a friend who encouraged her to run, she realized that Somersett needed knowledgeable professionals who understand the community.

“It was very important to me that this community moved in the right direction — one which the developer envisioned, and is stated at the entrance to Somersett — ‘It’s good to be home,’” she says. The only solution was to get involved and represent the largest part of the community — families. At times it is hard to juggle all the demands, but she is committed to making it work. She is proud to have been a large part of the Somersett Country Club deal which, as most of us know, was a long and arduous process. “That has been one key milestone for this community — making sure the golf course never goes brown or reverts back to the developer.”

On top of it all, Danielle is now training for her first triathlon. “I’d be lost without the Town Center,” she says with a smile — “for all it offers our family and community.” Danielle’s passions are similar to when she grew up in South Africa — strong family values, and a caring community in which to raise that family. The slow paced life has just been replaced with a busy and exciting one!

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SWIM PROGRAMS 2015 This year we are excited to announce that we will be working with Northern Nevada Aquatics (NNA). If you have questions regarding our swim program, please contact the Concierge Staff at tcconcerige@mysomersett.com, call 787-4500 or visit mysomersett.com for more information.

Group Lessons

2-week session; 3 classes per week starting June 15 $35/session for members; $40/session for Goddard students Group lessons are available to members of the Club and students of the Goddard School. Beginner, advanced beginner and intermediates levels will be offered.

Private Lessons

$25/single lesson; $95 for a package of 5; $145 for a package of 8 Private lessons are available to members of The Club at Town Center.

Swimmers must be at least two years of age to participate. All lessons will be scheduled through your instructor during times that best meet the needs of the facility. All lessons are 30 minutes in length.

2015 POOL SCHEDULE Family Pool & Spa Saturday, May 23 to Sunday, August 9:

10 am–9 pm Lap Pool Saturday, May 16 to Sunday, August 9*: 6 am–9 pm, Monday–Friday

7 am–9 pm, Saturday & Sunday *Free swim for all ages with one lap lane for lap swim:

12 pm–5 pm daily Swim Lessons: Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 9–10 am & 5:30–6 pm Water Fitness: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 9–10 am or 10:10–11:10 am Adult (18+) Spa Saturday, May 16 to Sunday, August 9: 6 am–9 pm, Monday–Friday

7 am–9 pm, Saturday & Sunday Please note: The lap pool will be open for free swim 10 am to close on July 4. All pools will be closed Wednesday, July 8 for cleaning and staff in-service training. *Lap Pool Usage: Signs at the lap pool will indicate what is

AQUATIC RULES

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POOL RULES 1. Hours of operation are set by management. Swimmers are asked to use caution at all times when utilizing the pool area.

Any incidents should be reported to a lifeguard immediately.

2. Children under the age of 18 are only permitted to use the lap pool during the published times.

3. Children using flotation devices must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Children under the age of 6 must be closely supervised by an accompanying adult.

4. Children wearing diapers must have vinyl pants over the diaper and under the bathing suit. The club reserves the right to ask a child to be removed from the water if not wearing vinyl pants.

5. Proper bathing suits are required for swimming. No cut off shorts or thongs allowed.

6. Please shower before entering pool.

7. No diving in any area of the pool.

8. No glass containers of any kind permitted on pool deck.

9. No food or drink allowed in the pool.

10. Temporary shade structures are limited to outdoor personal umbrellas. No tents, canopies or other similar personal shade structures will be permitted on the pool deck.

11. Persons with skin disorders may be denied use of the pool.

12. No pets allowed within pool deck area. Exceptions will be made for guide animals.

13. No rafts permitted without approval from management.

14. No running, horse playing, or water guns permitted within pool deck area.

taking place during the day. Look for signs reading “Swim Lessons Only,” “Lap Swim Only,” and “Aquatic Fitness Class” posted on the lap pool gate entrance or at respective swim lane ends. *Lap Swim Etiquette: Please be courteous to other lap swimmers when there is only one lane in use. Circle swimming is a good rule of thumb when there are multiple swimmers in one lane.

Please stay to the right of the blue lane guide to swim when this is appropriate.

Adult Water Fitness 25 person max

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9–10 am or 10:10–11:10 am One of our most popular drop-in classes is back for another fun, fit summer! Starting in June, join this invigorating and joint-friendly workout in the lap pool; the entire pool will be utilized during these classes. When signing in for class, the Club will follow our Group Fitness Policy, which states that participants may sign in no earlier than 15 minutes before class. If participation warrants, we will also utilize the 1-to-25 number system as we have in previous years.

Please look for class days and times on the fitness calendar found at The Club at Town Center and online at mysomersett.com.

Aquatic Weather Policy For the safety of members, the Club follows American Red Cross guidelines for thunder and lightning. From the time staff hears thunder or sees lightning, the pool will be cleared for 30 minutes.

In the case of lightning, the pool deck must be cleared due to the danger of a strike.

In the case of consistent inclement weather, the Manager will make the decision to close the pool for 2 hour increments to accommodate the ever changing weather patterns. If the weather improves, then the pool will reopen. Pool closing and/or opening times will be placed on the Golf Hut window, Concierge desk, and Facebook.

Rain passes will be issued in the case of inclement weather if the guest signed in less than one hour prior to closure time. The check-in attendant on duty will issue the rain pass to applicable guests. No cash refunds will be given.

15. Kickboards are for use as swimming aids and/or swimming instruction; no standing, sitting, or horse playing allowed.

16. The pool furniture is not to be removed from its location on the pool deck.

17. Members are not permitted to bring in outside coolers larger than 12”x12”x12” without prior management approval.

No outside alcohol is permitted. Staff reserves the right to inspect coolers and take possession of any alcohol being brought into the facility.

18. Refrain from talking to lifeguards while they are on the stands.

19. Lifeguard’s instructions must be obeyed by members and guests for maximum safety.

20. Management may reserve portions of the pool deck for member or Club sponsored parties and events.

SLIDE RULES 1. Swimmers must stay clear of the catch pool and slide exit area. Do not reach into the slide from the deck area.

2. Riders must exit the catch pool immediately after use.

3. Children less than 48 inches tall who are unable to swim may only use the slide with a parent.

4. Parents may assist their child out of the water in the catch pool if necessary, but they cannot stand in front of the slide to catch their child. Parents may wait at the steps if needed.

5. Only one person at a time allowed down the slide, excluding a parent and small child as described above.

6. Please walk up the steps and make sure the catch pool is empty before beginning slide run.

7. Riders must go down on their back with feet first.

8. No flotation devices of any kind permitted on the slide, including those in bathing suits.

9. No goggles, sunglasses, hats or any object that may fall off into the water permitted on the slide.

10. No diving from the slide into the catch pool upon exiting the flume.

SPA RULES 1. The adult spa adjacent to the lap pool is for adults (18+) only.

2. Children 12 years of age or younger who wish to use the family spa must be supervised by an adult.

3. Children under 12 years of age should not use the spa for more than 10 consecutive minutes.

4. Extended exposure to hot water or vapors may be detrimental to the health of elderly persons and persons with heart conditions, diabetes or high or low blood pressure.

5. People with skin, ear, genital or other body infections, open sores or wounds should not use the hot tub because of the possibility of spreading infection.

6. Parents are to warn children not to allow water in their mouths as this can cause infection and illness.

7. The heat of the hot tub water speeds up the effects of alcohol and can cause sleepiness, dizziness and unconsciousness.

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Horse playing, splashing and swimming are not permitted in the spas.

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The family spa will close daily from 2–2:15 pm for backwashing and refilling.

july + august 2015

There are a number of clubs for ALL residents weekly at The Club.

Check out page 4 for more information.

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FRIDAY 3

SATURDAY 4

Please note the color coding system for events throughout Somersett Living and all SOA Communications: Brown: Blue: Green: Purple:

Fourth of July Bash

Events for residents with access to The Club at Town Center SOA events open to all residents, including Sierra Canyon Events at the SGCC that are open to all residents Pubic events; open to anyone

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Investment Roundtable Discussions

Summer Kids Luau

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Galaxy Quest Camp –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Silly Fun in the Sun Extreme Water Works!

Glowball

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New Resident Orientation Social

Super TGIF

Saturday in the Sierras

Ice Cream Social

Music on the Green

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CSI: Cool Science Investigation Camp –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Book Club Adult Potluck

Little Tykes Golf Clinic

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Courageous Captains Camp –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Pool-a-Palooza –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– When I Grow Up Camp –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Investment Roundtable Discussions

National Night Out

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Nevada Outback Camp –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Ice Cream Sandwich Day Glow Ball

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Starbright Resumes

Super TGIF

Adult Potluck

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Summer Treats

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Book Club Little Tykes Golf Clinic Watch Them Grow

Adult Cooking Class

Saturday in the Sierras Pool-a-Palooza 23