2020 FEBRUARY WBL by Woodbridge LIFE

W oodbridge LIFE Volume 10 • Issue 2 • Number 101

Your Life. Your Community. Your News.

February • 2020

February Happy Valentine’s Day from

Woodbridge LIFE

“Love is just a word until someone comes along and gives it meaning.” ~ Paulo Coelho

“All you need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” ~ Charles M. Schulz

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From the Boardroom. . . Groups and Clubs . . . . Events and Activities . . Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . Scene @ the Clubhouse Gardener’s Corner . . . . Triker’s Travels . . . . . . Where in the World . . . .

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Debby Hickey and Don Stephens – a story of two people who started out as neighbors and blossomed into a Woodbridge love connection. See “THE GIRL AND BOY NEXT DOOR,” page 21, for more information and photos.

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Here from the beginning. A view from the Clubhouse site. 2006

Here for you today.

Tony Hallbourg, Realtor Gratefully serving Woodbridge since 2006, Tony has helped more than 250 families buy and sell homes in your remarkable community.

Each office independently owned & operated. CA DRE #01821536

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From the Editor

elcome to February, the month of LOVE!

Love takes form in many ways, including love of a spouse, love of parents and grandparents and love of children and grandchildren. It’s not that often we find love later in life, although one couple has, and they didn’t have to go very far to WBL Editor find it since they live right here Kim Hegman in Woodbridge. You will enjoy the Woodbridge love connection feature in the Valentine love story of two neighbors who only had to look next door. Woodbridge can also bring old acquaintances back together as illustrated in the article, “Strangers Then – Neighbors Now.” It’s a wonderful story of two men who crossed paths in high school and found out they had a connection when they became neighbors. February can also bring us into the realm of learning and helping others as suggested by the Triker’s Travels article. This story is about reaching out to help fellow residents work around difficulties with computers and the internet. Crafters Corner is also helping others by introducing a new workshop to make comfort pillows for our fellow residents. There will also be another Troop Packing event held in March by the Veterans of Woodbridge and Men of Woodbridge. Please check out the flyer in this issue to find how you can help in such a great event. So, February is a wonderful month to celebrate all kinds of love, including love for our neighbors and our community. Have a wonderful month and check out all the new events offered on the February calendar. Happy Valentine’s Day! Spend it with the ones you love.

~ Kim Hegman and the Woodbridge LIFE team

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What’s Going On at Woodbridge? By Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio

ove is in the air and that is definitely the theme of the month. Kicking Activities & Events Coordinator off February and making his Jennie Custodio Woodbridge debut is Hypnotist Dave Hill who is known as “The World’s Greatest Hypnotist” for his hilarious and awesome comedy hypnosis show. He has performed this action-packed event throughout the U.S. and Canada and now he’s coming here. And, if you choose to volunteer, you get to be the star of the show. Karaoke was such a big hit that it’s coming back in February. Start practicing those songs, folks, I can’t wait to hear more jams. And just like last month, if you need a back-up air guitarist, I’m your girl. It’s new this year. Join us for our first ever “Gal”entine’s Day! This old-fashioned slumber party is for the ladies, fellas. Ladies, grab your girlfriends, grab your jammies and bring a bottle of wine and your favorite chocolate to exchange. We’ll eat and socialize for an hour and then settle in to watch “Valentine’s Day,” the movie. And don’t worry; we didn’t forget about the couples. Friday, February 14, we’ll host our annual Valentine’s Dinner and Dance. Highly recommended new band, Network, will play the tunes and a new caterer, L&M Blodgett Catering, will provide an Italian dinner you’ll be sure to love. The first of many WOW events will follow with the Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon on Saturday, February 15, and Sunday, February 16. Always a great event, so you won’t want to miss it. Ending our Valentine events will be the Strummin’ Wonders Love Concert on February 17. Come and sing-a-long to your favorite love songs. I hope you saved your appetite, because the Crab Boil is back this year! And, we’re bringing Dakota & Johnny in for the fun to provide entertainment after we eat. We’ll end the month with one final party as we celebrate Mardi Gras by introducing the North Brass Band, a New Orleans’s style band that is excited to perform at Woodbridge. We’ll enjoy king cake (keep an eye on your piece of cake; if you find the baby, you’ll win a prize). “Virgin” hurricanes will be served again this year, so don’t forget to BYOR (bring your own rum).

The deadline for submission of articles and photographs for the March 2020 edition of Woodbridge LIFE is Thursday, February 5, 2020.. Email your materials to wblife2017@gmail.com Please send any photos as separate high resolution .jpegs, attached with your emailed article. (In other words, please do not embed photos in your articles.) (Please DO NOT send Woodbridge LIFE items to the Editor’s personal email address.) Thank you!

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From the Bridge By Operations Manager Leilani Rodriguez

Meet DAN HOOVER, Project Manager, Woodbridge Owner Association’s Newest Employee

appy February Woodbridge!

February is the last month of winter, I am really looking forward to welcoming spring and some warmer weather. I recently went to Hawaii in January and it rained every day I was there; a few days it rained the entire day. I thought I was going to be hanging out at the beach with a Mai Tai but I had to bundle up to keep warm instead. All in all, I had a great time spending quality time with my family.

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Operations Manager Leilani Rodriguez

This month we will be welcoming new Executive Director, Brenda Flategraff. Brenda is joining us from Minnesota. We look forward to having her lead the Woodbridge team. Please stop by the Clubhouse to introduce yourself to Brenda. With the addition of our new executive director, I will be returning to my old position as office coordinator. Thank you to the entire Woodbridge community for all your support. I will continue to be here to assist you in any way that I can.

or the WOA 2020 fiscal year, the board created a new senior staff position, project manager. Dan Hoover has been hired to take board conceptual ideas to completion. The reserve study is calling for larger and more complex restorative projects to maintain facilities and assets. Dan has the skills to get these projects done while maintaining a critical eye on the budget.

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Dan grew up in the Central Valley. He’s been married for 42 years, raised two sons and still lives in Manteca. He began his career in lumber sales (remember Wicks Lumber and 84 Lumber?) and moved onto skilled carpentry, where he worked for several construction companies. He was eventually promoted to carpentry foreman and then became a multi-trade project manager, coordinating not only carpenters but plumbers, electricians, painters and other tradespeople. His projects include public buildings and a large amusement building. Dan has worked with various government agencies, consulting with building officials and securing appropriate permits. Dan is no stranger to statements of work, requests for proposals and contract reviews. He will provide documentation of project-specific activities, deliverables and performance standards. What’s on Dan’s plate right now? He just finished the Liberty Park pickleball lighting project. In the next few months, he’ll be looking at Clubhouse interior automatic door openers, resurfacing the Clubhouse parking lot and securing an easement from SSJID to landscape and secure the Fern Meadow lot, among other projects. Let’s welcome Dan to the Woodbridge family and wish him success.

WOODBRIDGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION MISSION STATEMENT MISSION: Safeguard the common interests and physical assets of the association that afford members an enhanced and rewarding quality of life in a fiscally responsible manner. VISION: A proud, welcoming, and most desirable 55+ Active Adult Community with a friendly and enjoyable lifestyle for its members, family, friends, and community. Values: Honesty, Integrity, Diversity, Respect, Fairness, Friendliness, Compassion, Cooperation, Consistency, Education, and Common Sense.

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From the Boardroom By WOA Secretary Bob Teglia

ow that the Woodbridge community is fully built out and the developer, Pulte, is being written out of the governing documents wherever appropriate, it might be of some interest to understand how Woodbridge came to be, within the city of Manteca. Woodbridge beginnings started more than 15 years ago as a predominantly farmed area adjacent to the northern limits of the city of Manteca along Lathrop Road flanked by Airport Road to the west and bisected by Highway 99 to the east. This area is labeled Union Ranch and is laid out in accordance with a detailed planning document called the Union Ranch Specific Plan (URSP). In 2003, the URSP land area was included in the 2023 General Plan for Manteca. The URSP consists of a comprehensive design planning guideline for the development of nearly 553 acres that was set aside for new residential and commercial development within Manteca, all in accordance with the 2023 city of Manteca General Plan. The URSP consists of 1,922 single family dwelling units in two distinct communities thematically linked by common criteria including landscaping, pedestrian/bike trails and materials palette for walls, fences and entry monuments. Woodbridge covers over 300 acres of the URSP area west of Union Road, comprised of 1,426 single family age-restricted residences in a private HOA (but with public streets). East of Union Road is 250 acres of land including a community of 497 traditional single-family dwelling units, a recreation center, public parkland, open space and access to commercial uses. The URSP also includes 38.9 acres of space for mixed use commercial development at the south edge, identified/zoned on either side of Union Road as CMU East and CMU West. CMU stands for Commercial Mixed Use. The URSP establishes requirements for landowners of the CMU East and West parcels for future site developments that must meet a consistent design theme. Included in that design theme is the possible

addition of 341 multi-family housing units. Just recently, Manteca authorized a developer to initiate construction planning for approximately half of that number of units within the CMU East parcel. The URSP complies with Section 6540 of the California Government Code and is comprised of five major master plans covering Land Use, Circulation, Public Facilities, Infrastructure and Design Guidelines. It is a living document last updated in September 2015. Any future modifications or additions to Woodbridge’s common areas must comply with the purpose and intent of the URSP.

February WOA Meetings February WOA Meetings Meeting PP&E Meeting ARC Inspections

Day Monday Tuesday

Date 2/3 2/4

Board Meeting

Tuesday

2/4

ARC Review

Tuesday

2/11

Time 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Executive Session 6 p.m. Board Meeting 9 a.m.

New Resident Orientation ARC Inspections Finance Committee Safety Committee Meeting ARC Review

Thursday Tuesday Monday Monday Tuesday

2/13 2/18 2/24 2/24 2/25

10 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 6:30 p.m 9 a.m.

ææ ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE By ARC Chair Mona Groves

few quick reminders in this month’s article and an announcement about the newest additions to ARC.

Landscape and Exterior Improvements As we begin a new year and look forward to the beauty of spring at Woodbridge, it’s also the time to think about tackling a new landscape project or refreshing existing landscaping. Perhaps you’re thinking about an exterior home improvement, such as painting or adding a security door or screens.

Before beginning any of the above work, please be sure to review the Design Guidelines located in your homeowner binder or on the Woodbridge homeowner’s webpage. The guidelines will help you understand what can and can’t be done in accordance with Woodbridge Governing Documents.

For most rear and front yard projects, an application for review and approval by the Architectural Review Committee is required prior to starting any work. For minor backyard alterations that do not impact neighbors or city of Manteca requirements, ARC approval is not required. For example, replacing small shrubs in your rear yard does not require ARC approval. Refer to Design Guidelines, Appendix D, “List of Acceptable Plantings” for recommended plantings.

A more complex project, such as adding a rear yard gazebo, patio cover, waterfall, or rear or front yard landscape lighting or initial front yard landscaping or making changes to front yard landscaping, requires ARC review

and approval. A good rule of thumb – when in doubt, submit an application to ensure you have secured the required approvals. Compliance with the Design Guidelines will help us ensure continuity in Woodbridge standards. Tree Trimming This is also the time of year for trimming trees on your lot. Tree pruning during winter dormancy (when all leaves have dropped) is the most common practice. Winter tree pruning helps prevent loss of water and reduces the chance that fungus or bacteria will colonize the pruning wounds. Pruning in winter also results in a vigorous burst of new growth in the spring. While many homeowners have already completed their tree pruning, it’s usually best to wait until the coldest part of winter has passed. (Winter began December 21, 2019, and ends March 19, 2020.) You may want to stop by a local nursery to learn more about when and how to prune your specific trees. Please be careful when using ladders or electric or manual tree trimming tools. Perhaps ask your yard service or one of Woodbridge’s resident handymen to help with tree trimming. New ARC members Please join ARC in welcoming Sharon Naramore and Will Cohn. ARC appreciates their volunteering to help maintain community standards. Current ARC members, Warren Gray, Brandy Moreau, Kim Niemeier and I are looking forward to working with Sharon and Will in supporting fellow Woodbridge residents.

Zumba Video Class

MacNair-Correa

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561-6097

Thursdays @ 11 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room

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Interest Groups: Groups & Clubs Christian Men’s Fellowship 55er’s RV Group Senior Bowling Trikers Group

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WOA Groups and Clubs: Groups & Clubs

Contact Dave Basehore Sue Edmiston Barbara Silva Nancy Sadoyama

Phone 923-4905 601-9210 824-0262 912-8221

Contact

Phone

Meeting Day and Time

Artists & Crafters

Kathy Dezotte

(510) 301-7586

M-F. Time & Workshops vary

Ballroom Dance

Patti Barnhart

629-8838

Bocce Ball

Rick Hyden Ed Prenot Kathy Comden Cherie Ford Mary Braun Susan Holt

824-9257 665-7265 239-3191 665-7872 229-6379 275-5817 (925) 998-5657

Bridge Bunco Canasta

Jackie Lipich

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Chair Volleyball Chess Club

Dave Steffy Donald Blick

By PP&E Chair Mike Spence

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oodbridge Owners Association (WOA) is obligated to maintain a reserve study with onsite inspections by a specialist contractor every third year. 2020 is one of those years. This spring PP&E members, WOA senior administrative staff and representatives from Riverside and Browning Reserve Group (BRG) will conduct a coordinated inspection of Woodbridge assets as previously inventoried by BRG. This will be a sampling inspection. Woodbridge is not going to recount every item but will evaluate a few representative items to determine if they are functioning according to their expected useful lives. This is the first time PP&E or any board-appointed committee has actively participated in the sampling inspections. It is important that PP&E members monitor these inspections to ensure that the reserve study components of the budget are correct. PP&E’s involvement with WOA contracts is showing improvements you might not notice. The lake contractor will routinely send a diver into Lake Rockwell to monitor its health and inspect various pumping system components. The same contractor has been and will continue to divide various aquatic plants in the pods around the lake much like “dividing iris plants.” The lake contractor will also introduce a few new fish species to help control snails and unwanted bottom vegetation.

Craft Beer Group Cribbage

825-4805 406-9878 Paulette Fraticelli (510) 333-0734 719Bill Holst 660-5327 Ed Prenot 665-7265

Tuesdays @ 4 p.m. 2nd & 4th Monday @ 4 p.m. 3rd Tuesday of the month @ 2 p.m. Meeting days & times vary Tuesdays @ 7 p.m.

Drama

815-9446 824-9257 665-4124 624-3982 (925) 685-1250 229-6379 624-3713 629-8838 629-8060 647-4964 647-2534 840-2282

Thursdays @ 1 p.m. Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays @ 6:30 p.m. W-SA-SU @ 1 p.m.

Hand & Foot

Michelle Paradis Rick Hyden Charlotte Sparks Sue Cameron

Horseshoe Yoga

Bob Collister

Ladies Billiards Line Dancing (Beginning) Line Dancing Line Dancing (Evening) Men of Woodbridge National (American) Mah Jongg Neighborhood Watch Group Oil Painters

Mary Braun Sue Lough Patti Barnhart Mary Salvador Tony LeCara

Game Night

Lee Croletto

629-8838

Paddle Tennis

Stan Sutfin

815-9735

Paper Crafters

Betty Grandt

Pickleball

Barbara Shapiro

Ping Pong

John Goodman

GP, WOA’s landscape contractor, will use bag-equipped mowers near the lake to reduce unwanted grass clippings from contributing to sediment build-up. GP will also begin using only organic fertilizers adjacent to the lake to minimize lake water contamination. These small, but needed, changes will be included in future contracts to assure the lake is well maintained.

Pinochle

Robert Philis

815-9827 650438-3085 629-8200 510909-8997 239-8235 815-9343 239-2983 408439-5828

The $2.7M WOA 2020 operating budget dedicates nearly 10 percent for utilities. The committee is currently reviewing the last two year’s electricity bills and will look at other years as well. PG&E has offered more detailed analysis of the bill to try to better understand ways to lower those bills in the future.

Shang-hai Rummy

PP&E meetings are open to all residents on the first Monday of each month. The next meeting is Monday, February 3, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Westport Room.

Fridays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Thursdays @ 10 a.m. First Thursday 6-8 p.m.

239-5712

PP&E members are appointed by the BOD and serve limited terms. The published committee member job description is not as intimidating as it may sound. The committee has openings and is looking for members who want to help the community. Applications are available on the portal or at the front desk.

3rd Monday @ 6:30 p.m.

665-4862 406-4102

Patti Barnhart

PP&E’s April inspection of WOA assets is in the planning stage. This year’s inspections will be similar to last year’s.

Mondays @ 10 a.m.

Crochet/Knitting Nancy Berger Crochet/Knitting (Evening) Debbie Kester

Bob Hall

The Fern Meadow (vacant lot) project improvements have been conceptually approved by the Woodbridge Board of Directors (BOD). Approval of the project is now in the hands of SSJID.

Fridays @ 4:15 p.m. Sundays at 4:15 p.m. Sundays & Thursdays @ 2 p.m.

Al Sanchez Joe Victoria Radio Controlled Flyers Bob Umberger Poker

Robotics

Larry Wiertel

Scrapbookers

Elaine DeSouza

603-9796

Mon, Wed, Fri @ 7 a.m. Mondays @ 1 p.m. Thursdays @ 9:15 a.m. M-W-F @ 9:15 a.m. Fridays @ 6 p.m. 2nd Monday @ 10 a.m. Wednesdays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fridays 1 - 4 p.m. Block Captains will be notified of meetings Tuesdays @ 9 a.m. Mondays @ 4 - 5 p.m. at Liberty Park Wednesdays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. M-F. Time varies M & TH @ 1 - 3 p.m. Mondays @ 2:15 p.m. Thursdays @ 1 p.m. Wednesdays @ 1 p.m. & Fridays @ 5 p.m. Days and times vary Tuesdays @ 6:30 p.m. Westport Room, 3rd Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

925487-5266 Strummin’ Wonders Carla Marquardt 624-3754 510 Tai Chi Johnny Lo 366-3780 Mike Drewry 639-7250 Tennis Jerry Hein 840-2866 559Trivia Eileen Hill 301-3262 Veterans of Woodbridge Rick Van De Boom 923-4709 Walking Indoors Jacque Reynolds 629-8508 510Wheels of Woodbridge Steve Ray 876-2962 Widows & Widowers Francesca Jeglum 305-8448 Group Wine 101 Jon Ford 815-9803

Tuesday, 1 to 3:45 p.m.

Wii Bowling Women of Woodbridge Woodbridge Women’s Bible Study Woodbridge Pool Hustlers Woodbridge Book Group

Ron Plummer

609-4350

Patty DeRoos

239-2833 647-4380

Tuesdays @ 1 p.m. 3rd Wednesday @ 11 a.m. Thursdays 1-3 p.m. Calvary Church Monday through Friday @ 12 - 3 p.m. 1st Wednesday @ 10:30 a.m. Meets every 2 months on 4th Friday, 1-3 p.m.

Jacque Foster

Rick Hyden Polly Smith

824-9257 665-7236

Carolyn Johnson

239-0936

Woodbridge Quilters

Elizabeth Cunning

Woodbridge Senior Softball Club Woodbridge Seniors Golf Club

Keith Loudermilk 510305-6771 408Mike Patterson 640-9768

Woodbridge Singers

Elizabeth Cunning

647-4380

Zumba Video Class

Cecilia MacNair-Correa

408561-6097

Mondays @ 2 p.m. Meets Wednesdays & Fridays at 11 a.m Summer Hours (effective May 1) TU-TH-SU, 8-10 a.m. 3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. 2nd Monday @ 11 a.m. M-W-F @ 8:30 a.m. 1st Tuesday @ 10:30 a.m. 3rd Saturday Days vary

Seasonal 3rd Wednesday @ 4:30 p.m. in the Oxford Room Meets every other Monday @ 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m. Thursdays @ 11 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room

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Lakeview Clubhouse: 824-7581 Board of Directors

President - Norm Hauser Vice President - Sheila Petrakis Treasurer - Rick Van De Boom Secretary - Bob Teglia Member at Large â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Penny Tenczar

Executive Director

Brenda Flategraff 824-7831 bflategraff@ourwoodbridge.net

Project Manager

Dan Hoover 824-7581 dhoover@ourwoodbridge.net

Activities & Events Coordinator

Jennie Custodio 824-7927 jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net

Office Coordinator

Leilani Rodriguez 824-7581 lrodriguez@ourwoodbridge.net

Maintenance Supervisor

(and After-Hours Emergency Contact) Juan Barajas 470-7728 jbarajas@ourwoodbridge.net

Management

Riverside Management PO BOX 697 Roseville, CA 95661 916-740-2462 celeste@riversidemgmt.com

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ARE YOU AWARE â&#x20AC;Ś By Debby Hickey, Safety Committee

s we begin 2020, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s look closely at a few common sense concerns that my neighbors have presented to me. There are no rules or regulations I can refer you to, because they simply arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there; letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s call them 2020 reminders. If it is foggy when you go on your walk, please use the sidewalk. Many drivers have narrowly missed neighbors walking in the street because they just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see them. And, of course, all drivers need to slow down while driving in the fog. Another neighbor asked me to address the liberties being given to the children who visit. Please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let them walk on the patio walls, play between slats in the bridge or walk along the mow strip surrounding the lake. These infractions are just accidents waiting to happen. The common areas are not kid-friendly, so please be careful with the children.

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BOARD MEETING â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tuesday, February 4 @ 6 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The board will discuss operational topics, management issues, finances and other subjects. The board encourages every homeowner to attend. This meeting is for homeowners only. In the Multipurpose Room. HYPNOTIST DAVE HILL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wednesday, February 5 @ 6 p.m. His debut performance at Woodbridge. Dave Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hypnotic Stage Show is an action-packed fun-filled event and you get to be the star. People are chosen from the audience and brought on stage to be hypnotized. Join us for a fantastic evening of entertainment. Purchase tickets at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. $6

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Languages Saved Me: A Polish Story of Survival, Stephanie Naumann. Orphaned in Poland at the age of 13, Tadeusz â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tadâ&#x20AC;? Haska survived World War II, narrowly evading the Nazis. After the war, he escaped a Soviet jail, fled to Sweden and launched a plan to smuggle his wife in a coffin on a naval ship. Tadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s granddaughter Stephanie will discuss how knowing nine languages helped him survive in the face of unspeakable adversity.

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Important Notice About Cancellations When you have signed up for a free event, activity or tour and you find you are unable to attend, please, as a courtesy to others, call the Clubhouse front desk (824-7581) to cancel. If the event has a waiting list, the front desk can fill the vacancy from the list. Thank you.

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event. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and the fashion show will begin at 11:45 a.m. To purchase tickets, contact Terri Heath at (925) 890-2578. In the Multipurpose Room. $25 STRUMMINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; WONDERS LOVE CONCERT SING-A-LONG Monday, February 17 @ 6:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Come sing along to your favorite love songs as the Strumminâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Wonders ukulele band presents Love Song Sing-a-Long. You are invited to bring a goodie to share. Sign up at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE COOKING 401 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tuesday, February 18 @ 2 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Guest Chef Jeannie Patello will be cooking a surprise dish to be named later. Purchase tickets at the front desk. In the Quincy Room. $5 VISITING ANGELS PRESENTS HEART HEALTH â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wednesday, February 19 @ 12:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Visiting Angels will be here to present a program on Heart Health. Sign up at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE OLLI@PACIFIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thursday, February 20 @ 3:30 p.m. Paris Women during the Belle Epoque, Renata Bricka. This lecture focuses on womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s private and social lives during the Belle Epoque. From upper-bourgeois to artists, hat-makers and can-can dancers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all weaving a colorful economic tapestry of Paris. In this time of prosperity, the wonders of the era were not the reality of life for the large economic underclass. MEET & GREEN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thursday, February 20 @ 6 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Join Woobdridge in welcoming Brenda Flategraff. Horsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres will be provided. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE

KARAOKE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wednesday, February 12 @ 5:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; We had so much fun last month. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s do it again! Can you sing? We want to hear it! Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sing? Come anyway and have fun. Table seating so BYOB and snacks to share with CRAB BOIL WITH DAKOTA & JOHNNY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday, February your singing buddies. Sign up at the front desk. In the 21 @ 5 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s get crabby! Join us for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Multipurpose Room. FREE :KHQ \RX KDYH VLJQHG XS IRU DQ HYHQW DFWLYLW\ RU WRXU DQG \RX Ă&#x20AC;QG \RX DUH Crab Boil. Crab Boil will include crab, shrimp, andouille Important Notice unable to attend, please, as a courtesy to others, call the Clubhouse front desk sausage, corn on the cob, red potatoes, veggies, salad and WR FDQFHO ,I WKH HYHQW KDV D ZDLWLQJ OLVW WKH IURQW GHVN FDQ Ă&#x20AC;OO WKH â&#x20AC;&#x153;GALâ&#x20AC;? ENTINEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAJAMA PARTY AND CHOCOLATE About Cancellations garlic you. bread (*please note* This is NOT all you can eat) vacancy from the list. Thank EXCHANGE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thursday, February 13 @ 5 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Move Stick around after you eat and dance the night away with over, fellas. This Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event is for the gals. Put music provided by Dakota & Johnny. Doors will open at on your jammies and grab your girlfriends; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an old4:30 p.m. BYOB. Purchase tickets at the front desk. In the fashioned slumber party! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be serving pizza and Multipurpose Room. $50 salad. Please bring a bottle of wine and your favorite chocolates to exchange. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll eat and socialize from 5 to 6 p.m. and then weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll watch the movie, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day.â&#x20AC;? MARDI GRAS PARTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wednesday, February 26 @ 6 p.m. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mardi Gras time! The North Brass Band will set the Limited to the first 75 residents. Purchase tickets at the tone with their New Orleansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; style music. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll enjoy king front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. $10 cake and (virgin) hurricanes (BYOR â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bring your own rum.) Beads and masks will be provided. Purchase tickets at the VALENTINE DINNER & DANCE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday, February 14 front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. $15 @ 5 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Love is in the air. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our annual Valentine Dinner Dance. Italian dinner catered by L&M Catering includes baked chicken, spinach and cheese ravioli, Caesar STEVEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MOBILE ICE CREAM SUNDAE OPEN HOUSE Thursday, February 27 @ 6:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Come join Steveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s salad, garlic bread and strawberry shortcake for dessert. Mobile for an ice cream sundae open house. Get a BYOB. Music provided by the Network Band. Purchase chance to check out their security doors, sunscreens and tickets at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. $20 roll-shades. Ask questions of their team, enjoy an ice WOW SPRING FASHION SHOW & LUNCHEON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday, cream dessert and come and go as you please. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t February 15 and Sunday, February 16 @ 11:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Join forget to ask about their event exclusive discounts. Sign up at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE the Women of Woodbridge for their annual spring event and fashion show. Fashions provided by Chicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Lunch E-WASTE COLLECTION â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday, February 29 @ 9 a.m. includes chicken and cranberry salad, Asian salad with toasted almonds, croissants and dessert. Raffle prizes will to 12 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E-Waste will be set up in the Clubhouse parking lot. More details coming soon. be available and you can purchase tickets the day of the

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At the Clubhouse ĂŚĂŚ CRAFTERS CORNER By Carol Silva

hank you, Debbie Cosetto, for doing an awesome job the past two years as vice president of the Artists and Crafters club and writing this article for Woodbridge LIFE. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done an outstanding job and I know it will be a hard act to follow. We are glad you only retired from this job and did not move away from us. February is here and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure everyone is ready for Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day and warmer weather. We have projects that are tailored to everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skill level, beginner to advanced. Here is what the Artists and Crafters has planned for this month. Join us. Friday, February 7, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; GENERAL MEETING â&#x20AC;&#x201C; We will discuss new and old projects. Come join us and sign up for February classes. Monday, February 10, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DOODLEBUGS CLASS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kathy Dezotte conducts this class with her wonderful art talent. The project is a Valentine card. Create your own special hand-designed card that will mean more to your Valentine since it comes from your heart. Be sure to sign up on the easel, so Kathy will have enough stock cards. Kathyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s class is great for beginners as well as advanced crafters.

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Thursday, February 13, 12:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; COMFORT PILLOWS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Artists and Crafters club is taking on a new philanthropic project. We will be making comfort pillows that will be available to Woodbridge residents. After several requests for the comfort pillows which have been made exclusively for local Kaiser facilities, we realized there was a need for them here. All are invited to help make the pillows. NO skills necessary. Depending on the need, future workshops will be scheduled. Please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to contact Connie Reed (her information is in the directory) if you or a family member is in need of a pillow. Monday, February 17, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; KAISER ONCOLOGY PILLOW WORKSHOP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; These pillows are created for recovering breast cancer patients. All materials are donated by Kaiser Hospital. Every month, the pillows made during this workshop are then delivered to local Kaiser hospitals. No sewing experience needed as there is cutting, ironing and stuffing to be done. Stop by to help or just observe the process and talk to Martha Harman, the coordinator for this project. Friday, February 21, 9 a.m. SCRAPBOOKERS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bring your mementos and the pictures you have had in the closet for years and join these talented ladies as they lead you in making a keepsake scrapbook. Friday, February 28, 10 a.m. WOODBRIDGE ROCKS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Join in the fun as Kathy Dezotte helps you create your personal painted rock. Create one for yourself or for a special person in your life. Craft groups meet weekly, Monday through Thursday, in the Westport Room. Stop by to check out what is going on. We offer classes throughout the month and you can see several samples of projects in the display case. A class and workshop schedule is available on the easel outside the classroom door. Class sign-up sheets are in the yellow folder on the easel. If you have little or no experience, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let that stop you; most of us didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t when we started out. We are just a group of residents who like to meet and create projects while visiting with our Woodbridge family. Happy Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day to all!

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ææ WOMen of woodbridge By Women of Woodbridge President Polly Smith

omen of Woodbridge (WOW) accomplished quite a bit last year, and we are now ready for a new year. We are grateful that we were able to help so many children in the Manteca area.

stores in Modesto and Stockton. Proceeds will be donated to Manteca Unified School District’s Homeless Program. Raffle prizes will be offered the day of the event only, so come early and buy many tickets to win your next treasure.

The new WOW officers will be working hard to continue the club’s mission. We are looking to the membership to help find the best course. We will hold Steering Committee meetings this year in the Clubhouse to hear any suggestions to improve our club.

Women of Woodbridge is made up of all the women who live in Woodbridge. The monthly meetings are the third Wednesday of the month at 11:30 a.m. We will hold a few evening meetings to accommodate all members. The next meeting is February 19 at 11:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. Hope to see you there.

Our Luncheon/Fashion Show, “Giving Hearts,” is February 15 and 16 with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. We are grateful for the leadership of chairperson Sandi Kinyon and all of the various committees that help with this event. As with most events that we participate in, it takes a village to make them memorable. WOW will prepare all food, including dessert.

Upcoming events Luncheon and Fashion Show “Giving Hearts” February 15 and 16 at 11:30 a.m. SIP For Scholarship May 7 at 5 p.m.

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ææ bridge By Cherie Ford The Bridge group meets Mondays from 10 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. in the Oxford Room.

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ææ WOODBRIDGE book GROUP By Bob and Judith Mohr

Book Group

dd the following dates and titles to your new 2020 calendar.

February 5 March 4 April 1 May 6 June 3

The Flight Girls The Rosie Project The Paper Wife The House We Grew up In An Irish Country Doctor, Book #1

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Resolve to read one or more of the above and join the Woodbridge readers at 10:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month in the Oxford Room for lively discussions with your neighbors. All are welcome.

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ĂŚĂŚ Woodbridge Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study Group By Carolyn Johnson

In Memoriam for

id you know there is a Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study at Woodbridge?

Dave Bland Dave Bland passed away on December 5, 2019, at the age of 82. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Luan Bland, and their two children, two grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren.

Would you enjoy studying Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s word with other women with different levels of Bible knowledge who are eager to learn and grow in their relationship with Jesus? The Woodbridge Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible study is beginning a new study on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Parables of Jesusâ&#x20AC;? by John White. We all love a good story. But the parables of Jesus are even better than that. They sneak up on us, catching us off guard and toppling our easy assumptions. When the familiar takes an unexpected twist, we find our secret thoughts exposed to the healing light of Jesus. This Bible study introduces twelve of the greatest stories ever told; how might they change your thoughts and actions? All Woodbridge women are invited to join us. Meetings are held on Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m., beginning February 6. The study group meets at Calvary Community Church on Lathrop Road. Books are $10. Please call Carolyn if you would like to pick up a book or have questions.

Dave and his family lived in Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana and California. He and Luan moved from Fremont to Manteca in 2008 after Luanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s retirement. Dave was an active member of the Woodbridge community and St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church. A celebration of life was held January 29, 2020, at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church in Manteca.

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ææ men of woodbridge By MOW President Anthony (Tony) Le Cara

By Carla Marquardt

ing along to favorite love songs with the Strummin’ Wonders of Woodbridge at 6:30 p.m., Monday, February 17, in the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. Reminisce with these songs: “Peggy Sue,” “Be My Baby,” “All I Have to Do is Dream,” “Love Me Tender,” “Will You Still Love Me,” “It’s So Easy” and “Unchained Melody.”

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Men of Woodbridge is a service and social group of Woodbridge residents raising money for local charities and supporting other Woodbridge groups with their projects. We also pick up trash on Highway 120 every month in an effort to keep Manteca looking sharp. MOW. along with the Veterans group, will co-chair the Corporal Palmer Packing Event at the Clubhouse March 14. Collection bins are already placed in the lobby and we are asking for personal hygiene items (soap, shampoo, hand sanitizer, toothbrushes, toothpaste and floss, etc.), high protein snacks, personal grooming items, hand towels and wash cloths, socks and other items to help make the day a little brighter for our servicemen and women. A more detailed list of items and more information on the event can be found on the flyer posted in the Clubhouse. The Men of Woodbridge’s traditional St Patrick’s Day dinner of corned beef and cabbage is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, from 5 to 8 p.m. Our team of servers will deliver your meals to your table so that you can spend more time socializing with your neighbors and friends. Hope to see you there and remember to wear green. Tickets will be available February 18 for $15. The next MOW meeting is Monday, March 9, at 9 a.m. in the Quincy Room at the Clubhouse.

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ææwine 101 By Jon Ford

heers. I hope this column finds all in a healthy mode to start the new year. In the last issue of Woodbridge LIFE, I stated that the next class would be exploring Barbera. Needless to say, that is not the case. I realized we looked at that grape just last year. So, we are shifting to Sangiovese. Our theme will be “Savory Sangiovese.” We will explore the world of Sangiovese, Chianti and super Tuscans.

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Usually over a glass of wine, I have discussions with Costco members, friends and family about some pressing matters: Is a $150 bottle of wine really that superior to one costing $20? Can you detect the differences, and are they worth it?

THE VINEYARD “ IN Land value, determined by the ability to produce quality fruit, is

the biggest cost in wine production. The vineyard’s location and its terroir – the combination of soil, water, climate and topography – are vitally important to grape quality. In California, 2019 vintage Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Napa Valley will cost some $7,200 per ton, whereas grapes from Columbia Valley in Washington state will cost about $1,500 per ton. Grapes grown on hillside vineyards have higher costs due to increased labor from handpicking; other fruit can be harvested mechanically.

The class will be Thursday, March 19, with sign-ups commencing on Friday, February 21. Tickets are $3 per person, non-refundable, with120 seats available. Participants are asked to bring their own wine glass, an appetizer to share with the class and, if they like, a Sangiovese to share with their table and neighboring tables. Our community table will be loaded with Sangiovese, Chianti and super Tuscans to explore.

Another important cost factor is grape yields. Most wine producers believe lower yields result in better—quality fruit, expressing more ripeness, concentration, and depth. And wines bottled with grapes from a single vineyard can be of even higher quality and have a higher price.

If you wish to mark your calendar for future dates, they are as follows: Thursday, June 18, with sign ups beginning on Friday, May 22, and Thursday, September, 17, with sign-ups beginning Friday, August 21.

IN THE CELLAR Once wines are in the cellar, several more options affect expenses. Fermentation can take place in large concrete vats or stainless-steel tanks, or in expensive oak barrels in very small lots. Production methods vary in lengths of time and equipment. All of these steps are done in temperature – controlled environments.

FYI Here is an article I extracted from the Costco magazine. The article is written by Annette Alvarez-Peters who recently retired after 36 years at Costco including 14 years overseeing the company’s wine, beer and spirits program.

After the fermentation, Cabernet Sauvignon is usually aged with some oak influence. This could be storage in a large tank with oak staves (strips of dried oak used to make barrels) for several months. Or, for a classified—growth Bordeaux wine, it could age for up to 24 months in new French oak barrels—which can cost in excess of $1,000 per barrel. More

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Veterans of Woodbridge and Men of Woodbridge

Troop Packing Event & Donation drive Submitted by Jack Dauler

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n addition to Veterans of Woodbridge and Men of Woodbridge each presenting a $500 check to Chuck and Teri Palmer last month, the two groups are sponsoring another Troop Packing Event in March. Both groups have been involved with this event for several years, the Veterans of Woodbridge for four years holding two events offsite and two events at Woodbridge. The Men of Woodbridge have been involved with the two at Woodbridge. But, keep in mind that many members are in both groups.

VETERAN’S GROUP & MEN OF WOODBRIDGE TROOP PACKING EVENT & DONATION DRIVE We still have troops deployed in harm’s way – they are still out there protecting our freedom.

The event will be March 14, in the Clubhouse (see flyer for additional information.)

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OUTSIDE THE BOTTLE Packaging (bottle, label, cork or twist cap, and shipping case) comes next. Glass bottles can be lightweight or extremely thick and heavy. Enclosures include expensive natural cork, agglomerated cork (an alternative to natural cork), screw caps or more inexpensive synthetic cork, such as plastic. Labels range from simple paper ones to high-end types with unique shapes and metallic foil. Some bottles are etched or have elaborate silk-screening. Choosing the correct shipping box is also a factor.

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So, to answer the original question: It’s a personal choice. I think the best way to evaluate value is to try new wines from different regions and determine what you enjoy. Cheers! References: Costco Magazine

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Cpl. Charles O Palmer II Memorial Troop Support Program Check Donations make payable to: Cpl Palmer II MTSP. Cash donations accepted. Each box costs $16.75 to ship PayPal donations can be made on the website. Volunteers and supplies needed. Sign up a loved one to receive a box, bring their APO/FPO shipping information and return date if possible. For information or drop off call: Chuck or Teri Palmer (209) 239-3088 Teri’s Cell (209) 627-5146 | Chuck’s Cell (209) 627-5147 cplpalmerssupport@aol.com www.cplpalmertroopsupport.com

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By Jennie Custodio, Activities & Even ts Coordinator WBL photos by Volker Moerbitz

packed house filled the Multipurp ose Room as Woodbridge residents celebrated a New York New Year’s Eve.

The New York City skyline and the Statue of Liberty set the scene as fireworks projected onto the Multipurpose Room’s wall lit the night and created a festive mood. A New York steakhouse menu incl uding steak, green beans, loaded baked potatoes and a New York cheesecake was provided by Season Daddy cate rers and served by the Lifestyle Committee, includi ng honorary Lifestyle Committee member for the evenin g, Dave Reed. Lifestyle Committee members included Elle n Lee-Wootton, LaVerne Cortesi, Kathy Dezotte and Bob Naramore. California Creedence provided the music for the evening with a celebration and bal loon drop at midnight to ring in the New Year.

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SCENE @ the Clubhouse WBL photos by Sharyl Burgeson

oodbridge LIFE staff visited the Lakeview Clubhouse on a Friday morning in mid-January to see who was just “hanging out.” Ray Massone works out five days a week in the Fitness Room and then visits with friends or reads the paper.

Rosemary Mettler looks over all the flyers at the kiosk, searching specifically for Tai Chi information.

Elaine DeSouza has been the group leader of the Scrapbookers for four years. Walt White (L) and Bill Holst like to hang out in the Library to discuss technology.

Bonnie Pater, a good friend of Elaine, has also participated in the Scrapbookers group for four years.

(L to R): Marian Pistochini, Jackie Lipich, Nancy Berger and Maria Phillips play canasta every Friday morning.

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Crystal Diaz, monitor, works the front desk during the lunch hour until Pat Eckert returns from lunch.

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The Girl and the Boy Next Door By Volker Moerbitz

ebby Hickey moved to Woodbridge in August 2008. She lost her husband in 2011 but continued living in Woodbridge. Over the years, many of us have enjoyed her outgoing, loving personality. In January 2019, a new neighbor moved next door to Debby – a widower and semi-retired construction worker named Don Stephens. “Tall Don” soon started peeking over the fence (according to Debby, he still does) and just a few months later, in April 2019, the two discovered they had much more in common than a street address.

Billie Nelson walks to the Clubhouse two or three times a week to read the Manteca Bulletin.

New Woodbridge Project Manager Dan Hoover works in his temporary office in the Room(left) staging VeteransMultipurpose of Woodbridge and Men of Woodbridge (right) each area.and Terri Palmer (center) for the present a $500 check to Chuck Charles O. Palmer II Memorial Troop Support Program.

Kathleen and Robert King walk about a mile three or more times a week from home to the Clubhouse, so Kathleen can exercise in the Fitness Room while Robert drinks coffee and reads the paper.

Together, Debby and Don enjoy many of the amenities and activities Woodbridge has to offer. They like concerts and comedy shows and rarely miss a happy hour. Debby, of course, is at every softball game, but Don, who kind of likes to stay in the background, said, “All that organizing stuff is her thing.” Don likes that Debby is so organized; she, on the other hand, looks at him as a leader and enjoys his problem-solving abilities. At softball games, Debby plays “their songs,” including “Eyes on You,” “Girl like You” and “Rumor.” When another couple tried to claim “Rumor,” Debby made sure that didn’t happen. Debby also talked about their friends Ida and Jim, calling them the “most fun couple to hang out with.” When Don first met Ida, he thought, “Wait; no! There are two of them?” Don calls Debby loving and caring, and she calls him the perfect gentleman. They both definitely bring out the best in each other. In addition to everything they have in common, there are also many ways they complement (and complete) each other. Debby admits that there is a “whole list of things” that she is not good at and enjoys Don’s help. She especially mentioned Don’s gardening help. Whenever he works on his front yard (with weed killer or fertilizer), he just moves on to her yard, too. Living next door to each other has its pros and cons. It is easy to make last minute arrangements because they live so close to each other. But when there is an awkward moment, it becomes especially awkward because they live so close to each other. Maybe that’s why those unpleasant moments never last very long. Their front doors are just 10 feet apart, but the first thing Debby told this reporter was that she really appreciates Don walking her all the way home every time she visits. Debby and Don are coming up on their first Valentine’s Day. That is going to be especially challenging for Don since Valentine’s Day is also Debby’s birthday and she made it very clear that both events deserve a separate celebration. Good luck with that, Don! Lady Luck, with the help of a real estate agent, arranged for two people to live next to each other and then to fall in love. Some people might say this is proof that under the right circumstances, anything is possible; others might argue it is proof of a higher plan. When I asked them about that, they smiled and agreed it is probably a little bit of both. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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February Garden Checklist

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By San Joaquin County Master Gardener Cate White

Camellias are well-adapted to grow in our relatively mild climate and are generally hardy plants, some living up to 100 years. They are native to areas of Variegated Peony Flowered southern and Camellia eastern Asia. In our area, they have a few cultural requirements that should be met for them to thrive. There are many varieties of camellia, including the plant that supplies us with tea. In our area, two decorative varieties are commonly grown; most familiar is C. japonica, but C. sasanqua also does well here. C. japonica grows into a large bushy shrub or small tree, usually from six to 12 feet high, although older ones may reach up to 20 feet in both height and width. They require Single Flowered Camellia protection from the hot sun and do best under light shade. They also need protection from the wind. Established plants can tolerate more sun and wind than newly planted ones. You can protect young plants with a trellis covered with sun-shading material in the summer. Those with the lightest colored flowers need the most wind protection. A northern exposure works best. C. sasanqua, on the other hand, can take a sunnier exposure and

may even bloom best in winter sun. These plants range from spreading ground cover or vinelike growth, to upright shrubs. The vine-like varieties are great for espaliers. Check the label on the plant you purchase to see what its growth habits are. C. sasanqua tends to bloom earlier than C. japonica, starting in late fall or early winter. All camellias have shallow spreading roots that prefer to stay cool, so be sure to use plenty of organic mulch such as bark around them. Keep the mulch away from their trunks, however, to prevent rot. They like mildly acidic loose soil and regular watering and will appreciate an occasional deep soak in the summer months. Fertilize in spring as new growth appears with an organic fertilizer. Using fertilizer for acid loving plants is not necessary or even advisable. Surprisingly, camellias are most dormant when they are blooming so do not need fertilizing or pruning at that time. After the blooms fade, prune out dead and leggy growth and then prune for general shaping. While camellias are quite hardy, there are a few problems to watch for. Camellia petal blight is a fungus that attacks the blossoms, turning them brown rapidly. Remove all affected flowers, both on the plant and on the ground. Rake away and dispose mulch, replacing it with fresh new material. Too much sun can cause leaf burn, showing up as brown or yellowed areas. Yellow leaves with green veins indicate chlorosis; fertilize with soil sulphur, following package directions. Some camellias set many more flower buds than they can support, so bud drop is common, although underwatering in the summer may also be the cause. February is the ideal time to purchase camellias, since they are in bloom and you can see the flowers. There are many flower types, including single, semi-double, formal double, peony and anemone. Colors range from white to pink to deep red; some even have variegated

Cate White coloring. Camellias can be an attractive, relatively care-free addition to the garden. Photos are from â&#x20AC;&#x153;open sourceâ&#x20AC;?

ebruary is the height of the blooming season for camellias. You may have noticed these large shrubs bearing showy flowers in shades of pink, red and white. Camellias are hardy bushes growing from six to 20 feet tall, covered with shiny leaves year-round. Their large flowers stand out, especially since little else is blooming at this time of year.

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It Was the Holiday Season By Elizabeth Cunning, Woodbridge Singers Choral Director Photos contributed by Roger Cunning

oodbridge Singers traveled to Modesto the Saturday before Christmas to sing at the Gallo Theater for the Arts. It was our second year to share in the non-profit Gallo Center’s annual fundraiser, “A Very Choral Christmas.” We were the biggest choir with sixty members onstage. Local choirs performed holiday favorites over two sold-out nights (four choirs on each night). The Dance Factory entertained with little ballerinas, toy soldiers and creative dancers. At the end of each night, combined choirs performed “Canticle of Winter” and the audience sang along to “Silent Night.”

Woodbridge Singers brought their “A” game and showcased the best of what we are about. Holiday songs were made even more festive with the addition of “boogiewoogie” dancers, Arlene and Anthony Aquino, and ballroom dancers, Bill and Patti Barnhart. Trust me, when I say that you have to watch the YouTube video just to see Arlene’s long-fringed dress; I’ve never seen anything like it. Then, see if you can count how many times Patti Barnhart twirled all at once. Good job Bill, executing all those dance steps with a smile! And if that wasn’t enough, Frank Perez sang and played guitar with his rendition of “Run, Run, Rudolph.” At the top of the list of creative contributions is Woodbridge Singers accompanist, Carol Gray. It was her first year to play the Steinway grand piano onstage, and she did it beautifully. A big section of Woodbridge neighbors and friends came to cheer us on. My son and daughter-in-law were in the audience, and their comment was, “You guys rock!” If you missed it, check out snippets of the evening in a YouTube video created by Roger Cunning. It is available on the Woodbridge portal under Discussion Groups. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TO8bvuLgSVg

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Manteca’s History – Part 15: World War II changes the economy and the town of Manteca in the 1940s

n December 7, 1941, Japan attacked the United States Pacific Fleet in Pearl Harbor and overnight, the country was at war. At the time, by the number of men on active duty, the U.S. Armed Forces were smaller than those of Portugal. Within less than two years, this neutral peace-time force of less than half a million men turned into a world power war machine with four million military personnel in 1942 and over twelve million in 1945.

of trains running through town on the Tidewater Southern Railway track, connecting the Spreckels warehouse with the ports and shipyards in the Bay Area. (If you wonder where the Tidewater Railway track is, it was abandoned in 1983 and later turned into Manteca’s Tidewater Bikeway, which was dedicated in 2002.) The decline in farming opportunities spelled the end for one of Manteca’s most overlooked group of immigrants, the Russian Colony. In 1924, fourteen families of Doukhobors, radical-pacifistic Russian dissenters, settled on 140 acres north of Lathrop Road on the eastern side of Highway 99. In 1942, the colony was abandoned as colonists were seeking employment opportunities elsewhere, mostly in Canada.

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The war effort caused some drastic changes in Manteca’s economy. The Spreckels Sugar Plant suspended its operation in 1942 and local farmers, lacking both labor and customers, had to severely reduce their production. Everything served the military. The Spreckels machine shop produced parts for war ships and the warehouses in the area all served the Navy. One very obvious symbol of the area’s support for the U.S. Navy was the dramatically increased number Tidewater Railway in the 1940s.

For another ethnic group, the global aspect of the World War painfully hit home. On May 7, 1942, the Army ordered the internment of 9,200 Americans of Japanese descent in six counties, including San Russian Colony celebrates the end of apricot picking season. Joaquin. An “Assembly Center” was built just nine miles north of Manteca. In October 1942, the camp population was relocated to Idaho and Arkansas. The former location of the camp is now the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. A historical marker serves as a reminder of something that was not our proudest moment.

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One of them was Albert Mezzetti, who, during his service with the U.S. Marines between 1942 and 1945, set boot on no less than 19 different Pacific islands. Seventy three years later, at age 92, Mr. Mezzetti was still serving the public, running (unsuccessfully) for governor of California in 2018. Other Manteca veterans included John McFall who served with the Army Security Intelligence Force and George Murphy, Jr., a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor. In the late 1940s John McFall would serve as Manteca’s mayor before moving on first to the California Assembly and then to the U.S. Congress, where he served until 1971. Manteca’s John McFall Elementary School is named after him. George Murphy, Jr., on the other hand, became editor of the Manteca Bulletin in April 1946. From Marine Alberrt Mezzetti 1949 until 1971, he was the newspaper’s sole owner. In 1949, Mr. Murphy, Jr. was named Manteca’s “Outstanding Young Man.” He later served as president of the Manteca District Chamber of Commerce and commander of the McFall-Grisham Post American Legion. Mr. Murphy, Jr., who passed away in 1991, was posthumously inducted into the Manteca Hall of Fame in 1993.

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The change was felt across the country and Manteca was no exception. High school education was cut short for the classes of the early 1940s as young people joined the military as soon as they were old enough. More than one third of these young men and women didn’t wait for the draft: 38.8 percent of U.S. servicemen and all servicewomen during the war were volunteers and three quarters of them were on combat duty in the Pacific and in Europe.

Japanese Americans are checked into the Stockton Assembly Center, May 1942.

The war ended in August 1945. A bustling economy, returning to peacetime production at wartime capacity and waves of returning soldiers laid the groundwork for a tremendous growth period. By 1950, Manteca’s population had grown to 4,000, doubling the population since the beginning of the war. The Spreckels plant reopened in 1946 and exceeded pre-war production in 1948. In the same year, the town started looking a little bit more like a city: Local citizens had raised $1,200 for street signs, which were installed on June 12, 1948.

Resources: Manteca Centennial 2018, published online by the Manteca Bulletin hometownheroesradio.com/ tidewatersouthernrailway.org/ cal-press.wildapricot.org/ www.nationalww2museum.org/ www.bookmice.net/darkchilde/japan/stockton.html www.doukhobor.org/Manteca.html Various Wikipedia articles

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s we start off a new year, let us make a resolution to not forget the folks in our community who need help. Speaking as someone who has had to depend on neighbors in the past, I have been fortunate to have received assistance from so many. However, depending on neighbors was just not an option for me. I wanted to figure out other alternatives so I could live as independently as possible. Rich Ferreira, who co-chairs Neighbors Helping Neighbors with Bill Barnhart, brought this issue to my attention when he suggested that an article be written to address the challenges of independence. He started by telling me about a resident who was having a problem asking neighbors for help by driving her to various local destinations: grocery stores, doctor appointments, etc. This person was concerned that neighbors were getting tired of being there to help when needed. She did not have a computer either, which would have been helpful in putting her in contact with other options. So, Rich and I put our heads together and did some brainstorming about solutions for those in need of support.

The goal is to help our neighbors live as independently as possible. There are some folks here who do not have a computer or if they do, are not familiar with what a computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone can provide. We did some research as to how we could address the mystery of ever-advancing computer technology for folks. There are many solutions that technical devices offer that can make -XG\ 0F1DPDUD life so much easier. How does one find out how to get a ride to appointments or to the grocery store? Using the phone might be a way but finding the phone numbers? Those of us with computers or other devices are able to find what we need by typing in a question or statement, such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;need transportation in Manteca, Modesto and other areas.â&#x20AC;? Rich and Bill found out that there is a laptop available at the Clubhouse to use, but the problem arises as to who would be willing to spend the time tutoring. We would need volunteers to offer set times to be available. Many folks just need basic instruction on the use of a computer. The laptop in the Clubhouse would remain in the Clubhouse and would be used for those in need of assistance. Another option might be for those who do have their own computer but feel unsure on using it, to have a volunteer come to their house for lessons. The main objective is to make folks comfortable finding websites that would be of benefit to them. See trikers travels on next page

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Continued from trikers travels page 26 Some things that would be important to know about are the following: Manteca Transit Dial-a-Ride – An indepth website explaining the process of qualifying for this service (www.mantecatransit.com) 456-8888. Grocery shopping – Grocery stores are now offering home delivery, but in order to do this, you need to use a computer to place an order. It is very efficient and easy to use. Several grocery stores offer an excellent service. Health Care Plans – Alignment, Humana, Advantage and Kaiser all offer not only transportation to appointments but will book appointments and also provide other care options. Nextdoor – This website offers answers from our own Woodbridge neighbors to many daily questions and provides assistance for many services such as: notary services, hair salons, tax services, recommendations for transportation to and from airports and many others. Obviously, the logistics of a tutorial plan need to be worked out, but I would encourage any of you who have some spare time and even just a rudimentary knowledge of computer use to help us put a plan in action. Please contact either Rich Ferreira (275-8911), Bill Barnhart (661-3993388) or Judy McNamara (923-4718) if you are interested in volunteering. Keep in mind this article is intended to help provide assistance for obtaining outside services and is not intended to lessen or redirect any requests for help away from Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Check with them first for solutions.

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ææWoodbridge Seniors Golf Club By Bill Abrew

n December 16, the Monday/Friday golf group got together at The Reserve golf course in Stockton for an Ugly Sweater golf day. Every player who wore a sweater received an additional two strokes added to their handicap. As you can see by the picture, everyone received the two strokes. We all had a great time at this event. We’re always looking for additional golfers, so if you’re interested in golfing with this group, contact Mike Patterson. It’s not a requirement that you golf every Monday and/or Friday; golf when it fits your schedule.

‘The Reserve’ in Stockton. Picture was taken by an employee of the course. (L to R): Jerry Becker, Jack Little, Bob Martinez, John Armstrong, Grant Knupfer, Tony Gentile, Mike Dooley, Bill Prioste, Bill Abrew, Frank Aguilar, John Peterson, Ken Fujimoto, Mike Patterson, Bill Clements, Mark Gattuso, Thanh Tran, Roy Rea, John Martinez, Bob Gamch and Steve Howe.

The first tournament for 2020 will be held on February 24 at Spring Creek Country Club in Ripon. This will be a shot gun start beginning at 10 a.m. Fee is $65 which includes cart, driving range balls and a box lunch. Money is due by February 9. Please enclose your payment in an envelope marked Spring Creek and take it to the front desk of the Clubhouse. If you have any questions regarding WSGC or tournaments, contact Mike Patterson, 408-640-9768.

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ææWILD THINGS in WOODBRIDGE Rodents of Woodbridge

nfortunately, we have rats and mice out here in farm country. I found a dead rat on my front sidewalk this afternoon. I don’t know whether it was left as a hint as to what my next wildlife article would be about or just a lazy cat or hawk dropping it there.

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We do have residents in Woodbridge who put out rat poison which is usually a blood thinner that eventually causes the rodent to bleed to death internally. Unfortunately, that is not a healthy practice for the local hawk or roaming cats and dogs. Should a predator catch and eat a poison-treated rodent, the poison is passed Norway, brown or sewer rat on to the predator and could also kill it. If you can’t stand to share your yard with rats or mice, there are companies who will put out traps and then come and empty them. Rats are not native to North America. Originally from Asia, rats traveled west to Europe where they boarded ships full of grain and other food stuffs for the American colonies. The Norway rat is also known as the brown rat or sewer rat depending on where you live. Roof rats are also found here in the Central Valley.

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Rodents can do a lot of damage if they get into your attic by chewing wood, insulation and wires. I’ve had both rats and mice in my yard. They like to hide under ground covering plants. I also found a mouse nest in a potting bench Roof rat cupboard. What attracts them to your yard? Bird seed, vegetable gardens and fruit trees. I once had a little mouse that would climb up a trellis to get at the sugar syrup in the hummingbird feeder.

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Rats can reproduce at five to seven weeks of age and can have numerous litters in a single year. Gestation is very short 21 days, and generally the litters can have up to14 babies. Personally, I think they are all rather cute, having had pet mice and rats while growing up. Rats can be carriers of diseases, so you do need to be careful not to breathe in dust when cleaning up a rat or mouse nest. If you have rats or mice as family pets, children need to be taught to handle them carefully and to always wash their hands after playing with them. .

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ææ HEALTH TIPS

LIVE LONGER AND HEALTHIER Dental Care for Seniors By Susie Blair RN-BSN

here are two times in our lives when we are the most vulnerable to tooth decay – childhood when our teeth are forming and in our senior years when they are deteriorating. It is very important for our general health that we take care of those teeth. Loss of teeth is not a given as we age – it can be prevented. Our dental condition is connected to many other aspects of health. Bad dental care can lead to heart disease, pneumonia, stroke, kidney disease, diabetes, oral cancer, erectile dysfunction, darkened teeth (top layer of enamel wearing off), uneven jawbone, stomatitis (a condition that causes painful swelling and sores inside the mouth) and, of course, dental caries (also known as cavities) and periodontal disease. That should be enough motivation to get in there to brush and floss routinely. Dry mouth is a major culprit of dental disease and is usually a side effect of many medications or some disease states. Saliva keeps your mouth wet and protects the teeth from decay as it flushes out the bacteria and trapped food particles. If you suffer from dry mouth, drink lots of water, use a moisturizing spray or lozenges, chew sugarless gum or suck on sugarless candies and use an anti-bacterial alcohol-free mouthwash. Stay away from foods that will dry out your mouth, like salty and hard dry foods (crackers and potato chips), coffee, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages and acidic juices. What can we do to save our teeth and our smile? Here are some tips. Make sure you have a good brushing and flossing routine twice a day. With arthritis, sometimes it is hard to floss adequately, so the water flosser is a great idea, especially if you have crowns and bridges. There are soft silicone grips you can use on your toothbrush or grip straps that can help. Replace toothbrush heads at least every three months. QUIT TOBACCO PRODUCTS! They can causes gum disease, tooth loss and decay and decrease the healing process and success of dental implants. If you wear dentures, clean them daily and remove for at least four hours a day (night is best.) There is a strong link between tooth loss and malnutrition, so eat a heathy, well-balanced diet. This includes plenty of water, low fat dairy, fiber, nuts, lean meats and low-acid fruits and vegetables. Keep away from coffee and tea, starch-filled foods and sticky, sugary foods. If you do eat any of these, brush your teeth as soon as you can. If you find yourself grinding your teeth at night, wear a mouth guard while sleeping. Most importantly, see your dentist regularly and have your teeth cleaned. Some insurances pay for cleaning twice a year. Your dentist can find things like oral cancer, periodontal disease and infections that you may not notice before damage is done. There are low cost options for seniors if you do not currently have insurance. Contact the local dental society, dental school, public health clinics, or organizations like carefreedental.com. Don’t let a dental condition keep you from having a longer and healthier life. Resources: Seniorsafetyadvice.com Carefreedental.com Starts@60.com WebMD American Dental Association DISCLAIMER: Woodbridge LIFE is not a source of legal or medical guidance. The above article is the author’s opinion and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or for nutritional guidance.

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February 4 is National Stuffed Mushroom Day but did you know? â&#x20AC;˘ Mushrooms have a meaty texture but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 92 percent water. â&#x20AC;˘ It is easy to make stuffed mushrooms as a vegan dish and/or gluten-free dish depending on the stuffing ingredients. â&#x20AC;˘ It is important to ensure that all components of a stuffed mushroom are evenly cooked. This may require precooking of some meat and vegetable stuffings before filling the mushroom caps. â&#x20AC;˘ Stuffed mushrooms appear to have evolved from Italian recipes for stuffing zucchini blooms. â&#x20AC;˘ Virtually all stuffed mushrooms are cooked. Cooking the mushrooms breaks down their cell walls, releasing nutrients and often enhancing flavors. â&#x20AC;˘ Stuffed mushrooms are a party hostâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best friend. Most recipes can be made two days before, covered and refrigerated. Just before the party, a quick visit to the oven is all that is needed. â&#x20AC;˘ Stuffed mushrooms need to be cooked but which dry heat method is up to you. You can bake, broil, grill and if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really good with a skewer, head for the rotisserie. â&#x20AC;˘ The word â&#x20AC;&#x153;mushroomâ&#x20AC;? appears to come from the French word mousseron, referencing moss. â&#x20AC;˘ There are over 14,000 species of mushrooms worldwide. Most species are edible but a few are deadly; know your retailer. â&#x20AC;˘ Most mushrooms sold by Mantecaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local retailers are grown on large specialty â&#x20AC;&#x153;farmsâ&#x20AC;? owned by Monterey Mushrooms, Inc. The farms are in Aromas and Morgan Hill, California. â&#x20AC;˘ Most stuffed mushroom recipes require the cook to remove the stem or stipe and to scrape out the bladelike gills from beneath the cap to create a cup-like vessel for the stuffing. â&#x20AC;˘ Worldwide, China, Japan and other Asian countries are the largest consumers of mushrooms and the largest exporter is Poland. â&#x20AC;˘ Most stuffed mushroom recipes refer to them as snacks, hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres or side dishes. I defy you to treat two four-inch sausage stuffed portobello mushroom caps as anything other than an entrĂŠe. Resources: montereymushroom.com, mushroomobserver.com, en.wikipedia.org, freshplaza.com. foodnetwork.com and On Cooking fourth edition, S. Labensky and A. Hause.

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Strangers Then – Neighbors Now By Ken Cooper and Barry Craner

eople often say that it’s a small world. How many times have you gone to another town, state or country or even sat next to someone at an event, where you find you have common acquaintances? Well, that “small world” was to come full circle here in Woodbridge but 50 years later.

involvement with the Latin club, student council and track being his extracurricular activities. While Barry and Ken knew many of the same students, they didn’t know each other. So, after they met in 2013, they perused their school yearbooks, bringing back the nostalgia and friendships of the past, the Horned Toad Derby and their homes and lives in Coalinga. There is an incredible photo in their 1963 yearbook of the science class. Standing in the second row on the right end is Barry – two students to the left is Ken. At that time, Ken was using his family name, Neal Mosher. There is one more coincidence that Barry and Ken share. They were both born at the Westside Community Hospital in Taft, California. Their wives had different birthplaces and schools. However, Molly graduated from Amador High School, Pleasanton, and Barry and Lynette’s daughter, Caroline, also graduated from there. While Ken and Barry may have been worlds apart as strangers in the same towns with coincidences of birthplace and high school, they would become nextdoor neighbors in Woodbridge 50 years later. That’s a real small world, indeed.

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Molly and Ken Cooper moved into their new home on Knollwood Street in September 2013. At that time, the residents next door were still handling their move from Pleasanton, so the Coopers hadn’t met them yet. One day, Ken was in the front yard and saw his new neighbor, Lynette, and greeted her. In the course of conversation, she mentioned Coalinga, where her husband, Barry, had lived, and Ken said that he, too, had lived there.

Later, after Ken and Barry met, they discovered they had attended Coalinga High Ken at left with the Latin Club. School during the years 1962-1963, but were one grade apart. Barry would graduate from school there in 1964. After Ken’s sophomore year in 1963 he moved to Ventura with his family, where he graduated from Buena High School in 1965. Barry was very active as a commissioner of rallies and participated in the science club, pep club, student council, basketball and band. Ken had a lesser

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Wow! Woodbridge LIFE has been circling the globe with our wandering residents! We do our best to include ALL travel photographs, but space and clarity will dictate. Preference will go to those not featured in previous editions and, yes, to those in exotic locales and interesting photo ops! Send images electronically to wblife2017@gmail.com using high resolution or actual size. Thank you for your contributions. We’re happy that you continue to enjoy Woodbridge LIFE. If your picture isn’t here, look for it in the coming months and keep sending them in! Sorry, we can no longer accept print photos.

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