October 2014 Volume 37, Issue 1
RESORT ACTIVITIES
The Desert Sun
DESERT SHADOWS
SATURDAY BREAKFAST:
Guess what? It is fall of 2014 which means another season is starting at Desert Shadows RV Resort. As time makes its progression towards winter some things are certain, the days will get shorter, the nights will get longer, and we will see the return of a lot of friendly faces. Everyone at Desert Shadows would like to offer a big welcome to our returning residents and those joining us for the first time. Remember your name tag is a great way to help us all get reacquainted with each other and to welcome new friends; that’s why we encourage everyone to wear their name tag. WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: Our busy activities schedule wouldn’t be possible without our amazing and dedicated group of volunteers. As we eagerly await the return of volunteers, we must also await the full slate of activities they coordinate. Keep an eye on the bulletin board in the lobby to keep up-to-date as all the fun begins. We love to hear from you, so if you have any ideas or suggestions let us know. As always, we welcome new volunteers!
Join us for something to eat every Saturday morning! If it's not donuts and coffee one morning it's all-youcan-eat pancakes!! That's right, every Saturday we have either coffee and donuts or a pancake breakfast! Saturday, October 18th will be our first Donut Saturday of the season! You are more than welcome to come and enjoy fresh donuts for just .75 each and all the FREE coffee you can drink! It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize and get to know each other. Our first pancake breakfast will be Saturday, November 15th. Tickets are just $4 each and are available for purchase from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. that day. That was not a typo, just $4 gets you scrambled eggs, sausage, orange juice, tea or coffee, and of course all the pancakes you can eat! Keep an eye on your calendar to see if it’s going to be a coffee and donuts or a pancake breakfast kind of Saturday!
Quote Of The Month:
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted..
The Activities Office opens October 15th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and we closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The office is closed Sunday and Monday.
~Aesop
ACTIVITIES OFFICE HOURS
FRONT OFFICE HOURS
TUESDAY– FRIDAY
WEEKDAYS
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
9:00 - 12:00 ; 1:00 - 3:00
SATURDAY
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
SATURDAY: 9:00– 12:00
SUNDAY
9:00 am –5:00 pm
ACTIVITY OFFICE PHONE 623-869-9224
OFFICE PHONE Email
623-869-8178
info@PhoenixRVresorts.com
Activities Continued
Outside Park Activities
VENDOR’S DAY: The first vendor’s day of the season is Friday, November 14th. If you have never been to a vendor’s day sale you need to check this out. We have vendors from all over, who bring a wide variety of unique and useful items for sale. You never know what you might find!
Schnepf Farms' Pumpkin and Chili Party (Thurs.Sun. in October)
Are you a vendor interested in a table? Stop by the Activities Office for more information on this wonderful event. In an effort to make our vendor events more enjoyable and successful for everyone, we have made a few changes to the fee schedule. Even if you are one of our returning partners please come by the Activities Office and take a look at our new and improved pay schedule. Hurry, tables are going fast! DANCE: Our first dance of the season will be October 25th from 7-10 p.m. Live music will be provided by Cactus Country! Now this isn’t going to be just another run-of-the-mill dance, this is also going to be our Halloween Party!! A costume is not required, but if you don’t wear a costume you probably won’t win any of the prizes that will be awarded for most original costume, funniest costume, scariest costume and of course the best overall costume. Tickets are $5 for residents/guest staying in the park and $7 for visitors. Visitor’s tickets must be purchased by a Desert Shadows’ resident or guest. MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Love em or hate em, October 30th is National Candy Corn Day (yes, it's a real thing), and we want to celebrate! Come down to the Activities Office between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on October 28th or 29th and guess how many pieces of candy corn are in the jar. Then on National Candy Corn Day, October 30th, join us in the auditorium at 2 p.m. to enjoy free treats, lots of fun and see if you won. You must be present to win.
Head down to the farm for this family-friendly festival. Celebrate autumn with seasonal cuisine, hayrides, a petting zoo, corn mazes, kids rides and activities, mini golf, and much more. Queen Creek 480 987-3100 Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze at Tolmachoff Farms Have an unforgettable fall season at Tolmachoff Farms and experience the ultimate holiday outing where there is something for the whole family: Great big pumpkin patch, six-acre family corn maze (search for pieces of your map as you walk through), mini corn maze, and a haunted corn maze. Other activities include a petting zoo, train ride, hay pyramid, corn box, jumping pillow and much more. Peoria 623-386-1301 Arizona State Fair (Wed.-Sun. Oct. 10– Nov. 2) There will be something for everyone in the family at the Arizona State Fair this year, with dozens of rides, classic carnival fare, live animals, performances, motor racing and more. Downtown Phoenix 602-252-6771 Wild Western Festival (Oct. 24-26) One of the biggest and best Western events in America features gunfights, stunt shows, American Indian dancers, trick horses, magic shows, live music, a kid's korral and much more. Glendale (623) 521-3856 Stagecoach Village Fine Art and Wine Festival (Oct 24-26) Nestled in the scenic foothills at the crossroads of Cave Creek and Carefree, Stagecoach Village offers an ideal atmosphere for outdoor entertainment. Discover the finest works of art in original oils, acrylics, watercolors, stone and bronze sculptures, mixed media, handmade furniture, and exquisite jewelry. Enjoy sampling wine from Arizona's top rated vineyards, delicious southwest cuisine, and a great lineup of live entertainment. Cave Creek (623) 734- 6526
HALLOWEEN DAY: Don’t think we forgot about Halloween. Join us in the Auditorium on Friday, October 31st at 2 P.M. for apple cider and donuts. Wear your costume, your favorite Halloween gear, or just come as you are! BINGO:
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On Thursday, October 16th, bingo will resume at 6 p.m. and will be held weekly unless otherwise noted. THE DESERT SUN
Guy’s and Gal’s Golf Time to sign up for the bi-annual Guys and Gals Golf Tournament, on Saturday, November 1, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Craft Room. The tournament will be held on Friday, November 14th, at the Bellair Golf Course, and the banquet will be that same evening. This tournament is for everyone who plays golf. The only requirement is that you come and sign up with a partner (guy and gal). This does not mean that you will be playing with that person, but we need an even number of guys and gals for our foursomes. If you do not have a partner, you can sign up on our “alternate” list and we may be able to pair up some of the singles. We play a scramble game, playing best ball, therefore every level of golfer will have a good time. The entry fee is $10.00 a person. Dinner will be at the Iron Works, immediately following the tournament. You will be given a choice of four items off the menu, including the Fish Fry. At the time of signup you must pay your entry fee and make your dinner selection.
Homes For Sale If you are tired of traveling the road in your RV and want a more permanent place in sunny Phoenix, AZ to live full time or even just during our nice winter season, take a look at the homes for sale at Desert Shadows. Our full time professional sales person, Todd, will help you with all the details and paperwork. Call Todd for more details. 623-734-3133 or see our website for a list of currently available homes at www.phoenixrvresorts.com
This Day In History October 1, 1908 - Henry Ford's Model T, a "universal car" designed for the masses, went on sale for the first time. October 3, 1863 - President Abraham Lincoln issued a proclamation designating the last Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day.
Hope to see everybody at the sign up on Saturday, November 1st! If you have any questions, please call one of the committee members:
October 11, 1939 - Albert Einstein warned President Franklin D. Roosevelt that his theories could lead to Nazi Germany's development of an atomic bomb. Einstein suggested the U.S. develop its own bomb. This resulted in the top secret "Manhattan Project."
Bill Crump – 810-252-4111; Val Crump – 480-2168415; Karin Spiva – 505-320-0941; Ralph Spiva – 505320-6614
October 13, 1775 - The United States Navy was born after the Second Continental Congress authorized the acquisition of a fleet of ships.
October Celebrity Birthdays Birthstone ~ Opal Kelly Ripa, TV Star—October 2nd Matt Damon, Actor—October 8th Margaret Thatcher, Prime Minister— October 13th
October 16, 1923 - Disney Brothers cartoon studio was founded. October 17, 1777 - During the American Revolutionary War, British General John Burgoyne and his army of 5,700 men surrendered to American General Horatio Gates after the Battle of Saratoga, the first big American victory.
William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania —October 14th Ralph Lauren, fashion designer —October 14th Evel Knievel, motorcycle daredevil—October 17th Mickey Mantle, MLB baseball slugger—October 20th Johnny Carson, Talk show host —October 23rd Julia Roberts, Actress—October 28th John Candy, actor, comedian —October 31st
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CANDY CORN
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CANDY CORN DAY 6:00 PM BINGO
CIDER & DONUTS