WBL JANUARY 2020

W oodbridge LIFE Volume 10 • Issue 1 • Number 100

January

Fun fact: January is National Soup Month

There are a few different ways to use the word “soup” that are fun facts.

• Soup (to fill your belly) became popular with the invention of canning in the 19th century when a chemist at Campbell Soup™ Company invented condensed soup in 1897.

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A"Bicycle Built for Two" Or Is It?

• You can also “soup something up,” for example, to improve the efficiency of a car’s motor.

• Or you may have gone to a “soup kitchen” to help the needy over the holidays.

However you choose to use the word soup this month, it should give you a good feeling, by filling your belly, fixing your car or warming your heart by helping someone in need.

Inside

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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Photo siubmitted by Fred Proudman

Fred Proudman has led a very interesting life that has taken him to Europe and back again. For almost 50 years, he has pursued his love of biking. Learn more about Fred’s great adventure and what he is training for now from Judy McNamara’s interview with him.

See Triker’s Travels, pages 26-27 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

916.896.7177 thallbourg@yahoo.com cbsunridge.com

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What’s Going On at Woodbridge?

From the Bridge

By Operations Manager Leilani Rodriguez

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appy New Year, Woodbridge!

By Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio

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appy New Year! I think 2020 has a great ring to it and I’ve got lots of fun and exciting events this month to kick off the new year!

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Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio

You asked and I listened. Coming to Woodbridge January 9, karaoke!

Can you sing? We want to hear it. Can’t sing? We want to hear you too.

It’s all for fun, so come out and enjoy the night.

Olli@Pacific will be back for a Spring Semester Orientation. OLLi is quickly picking up steam at Woodbridge and we’re adding new associate members all the time. For those unfamiliar with OLLI, it stands for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and is administered by the University of the Pacific. It is an educational program series for people 50 and over and we’ve worked with them to bring their speaker series to Woodbridge for a discounted rate. Interested? Come check out what it’s all about January 16 at 3:30 p.m. and stick around for a wine and cheese reception afterward.

A Woodbridge favorite, Jack Wright returns January 18 with his famous Neil Diamond Tribute. Jack captures the essence of Neil Diamond’s many hits over the years. This is a show you won’t want to miss!

There is no time like the beginning of a new year to turn over a new leaf, to start making improvements on the way you do things and to reflect on all things you are grateful for. As 2019 comes to a close and I look back on this past year, there are many things that I am grateful for.

At the beginning of the year, Operations Manager I had no idea what this year had Leilani Rodriguez in store for me. This year has brought on new challenges that have taken me out of my comfort zone and made me confront some of my biggest fears. Surprisingly, I am grateful for that. I am grateful that I have had the opportunity to work with a hardworking group of staff and residents who are passionate about Woodbridge and make this community the wonderful place it is. Lastly, I am grateful for the difficult experiences I have had, because they have shaped me into a better person and taught me some valuable lessons.

I would like to thank the entire Woodbridge community for its patience and continued support. This is truly an amazing community of which to be a part.

We’re also adding some new casinos to the rotation for our monthly casino bus trips. Keep an eye out for a trip to the new Hard Rock™ Casino and the new Harrah’s™ casino.

I’m also excited to introduce our first Wine Down Wednesday on January 22. This is a casual event meant for socializing and getting to know your neighbors. “Sit and listen” music will be provided for those just wishing to enjoy some tunes, a glass of wine and great conversation. Bring a bottle to share.

Finally, on Thursday, January 30, we’ll end the month with an amazing Chinese New Year celebration. Ring in the Year of the Rat with a catered Chinese dinner followed by a traditional Lion Dance.

We’re just getting started and I can’t wait to share all that I have in store for 2020. I know it’s going to be a great year!

The deadline for submission of articles and photographs for the February 2020 edition of Woodbridge LIFE is Sunday, January 5.

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!

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.

In Memoriam

In tribute to a Woodbridge resident who has died, Woodbridge LIFE welcomes a resident spouse or family member/friend to submit up to 100 words and an optional 2 x 2-inch photo for publication. Send submissions by email to wblife2017@gmail.com.

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From the Boardroom California Legislature Impacts

By WOA Secretary Bob Teglia

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ust in case you haven’t been following recent actions of our California Legislature and its impact on Home Owners Associations (HOAs), here are some of the recent high (or low) points. The process usually involves an advocacy group approaching a California state legislator to write or modify a bill that establishes certain governing requirements, often involving HOAs. To become law, a bill must be signed by California’s governor. Following are a few such enacted bills that directly impact Woodbridge Owners Association.

SB 407 – This Senate bill enacted section 4515 of the California Civil Code (effective January 1, 2018) and makes it unlawful for HOAs to prohibit its residents from: 1. Peacefully assembling, inviting public officials, candidates for public office, and representatives of HOAs to meet with homeowners/residents and their invitees and guests; 2. Using HOA common areas for political meetings, canvassing and petitioning other Common Interest Development (CID) members and residents, and 3. Distributing information, without prior permission, about matters of general public political concern and matters relating specifically to life in the CIDs. Sounds good in that it reinforces First Amendment rights, except for the following requirement imposed under item two. The lawmakers decided that homeowners must bear the cost and risk associated with hosting political meetings in their HOA’s common areas. That’s because the law prohibits an HOA from charging a deposit or requiring insurance as preconditions for use of common areas for political activities. Simply stated, Woodbridge Owner Association (WOA) homeowners must foot the bill for politicians running for office who use Lakeview Clubhouse, or other common areas, to conduct a campaign meeting or speech.

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as possible to help alleviate the state’s huge homeless problem. This law will create significant challenges for HOAs by allowing the establishment of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU) defined as: • An ADU can either be an attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot composed of a proposed or existing primary residence.

It includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation.

• A JADU is a unit of no more than 500 square feet contained entirely within a single-family residence, normally a garage conversion. JADUs include a sink and stove but are not required to have a bathroom. They have an outside entrance and an entrance to the main home and may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.

The bill allows one ADU and one JADU per lot. Municipalities will be required to streamline and simplify the permit application process and costs.

Existing setback requirements that would otherwise prevent construction of backyard ADUs could be voided. HOAs that end up with a significant number of ADUs/JADUs will experience serious vehicle overload of driveways and streets. It’s important to note this bill still allows the WOA to enforce the age 55 and over requirements to qualify for residents occupancy of ADUs and JADUs. One hopes this synopsis will motivate residents to pay a little more attention to the activities of California’s Legislature, and if so inclined, express an opinion to your Assemblyman (Heath Flora) or State Senator (Cathleen Galgiani).

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SB 323 – Signed by Governor Newsom on October 12, 2019 (effective January 1, 2020), this bill modifies numerous sections of the Davis-Stirling Act affecting HOA board elections. Among other things, it: 1. Opens the door for the unauthorized exposure of members’ email addresses.

2. Limits the right to establish reasonable qualifications for candidates.

3. Prohibits associations from suspending an owner’s right to vote.

4. Potentially allows owners to review and copy other owners’ signatures from ballot envelopes.

5. Requires the posting of names and assessor’s parcel numbers of all members eligible to vote.

In addition to the potential loss of privacy, control over email addresses, and right to set reasonable standards for directors, associations will have to go through costly bylaw amendments and election rule revisions. Finally, SB 323 stipulates whenever the total number of candidates only equals the number of board vacancies, installation by acclimation is not allowed if the size of the association is less than 6,000 units. One hopes all future elections will spawn enough interest to attract more candidates than open positions.

Sadly, that was not the case in the 2019 WOA election.

AB 670 – This Assembly Bill (effective January 1, 2020) is designed to create a large stock of low-income rentals throughout California as quickly

ARE YOU AWARE …

By Debby Hickey, Safety Committee

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s we close out the year 2019, we leave you with this very important thought: We absolutely need to pay heed to our rules and regulations; there are underlying safety concerns that generated them in the first place.

Section 2.1 states “Any resident or guest not adhering to posted or otherwise obvious safety rules may be asked to leave.”

Now you know!

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ææ ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

By ARC Chair Mona Groves

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iven California’s disastrous fires and subsequent warnings about power shutdowns that could last several days, we all worried about power shutdowns that could dramatically affect our lives in Woodbridge.

To address potential power shutdowns, some residents purchased generators.

Some residents who did not have solar installed on their homes opted to buy or lease solar units. Some homeowners also chose to buy or lease solar batteries that could partially power their homes in the event of a power outage. As a result, ARC saw a significant increase in the number of applications for solar system installations.

Woodbridge governing documents, specifically Design Guidelines, section 2.32 Solar Panels / Photovoltaic Panels, states, “The homeowner must apply to and receive written approval of the application before any work may begin, but the ARC will not prohibit the installation of solar panels/photovoltaic panels.”

Section 2.32 also addresses mounting location, bird barrier and concealing conduit. In addition, it addresses city of Manteca permit requirements and the need for the homeowner (not the solar vendor) to provide ARC with a copy of the solar permit.

While it’s not ARC’s role to question solar installation, the process a homeowner uses to select a solar company, the option to buy or lease, or even the number of solar panels installed on a home, ARC felt we should provide some solar “basics” to help homeowners who may still be thinking about adding solar to their home. This information is by no means comprehensive or an endorsement of leasing or buying solar. This article is simply a tool to help homeowners make informed decisions and, perhaps, demystify solar energy for those of us who are solar newbies.

Solar Energy Key Points • Solar energy creates clean, renewable power from the sun.

• Solar energy benefits the environment because it is less polluting than fossil fuels.

• Solar efficacy is determined by home location and panel placement for maximum sunlight exposure.

• Solar panels absorb sunlight or photovoltaic energy (PV) and convert it to direct current (DC) power. DC power is sent through the system’s inverter to be converted to alternating current (AC) power, which is the type of power used by most households.

• Net energy monitoring (NEM) allows you to get financial credit on your electricity bill when your solar system sends electricity back to the grid after first powering the electricity needs of your home. At the end of a 12month period, which is typically the anniversary of your solar system go live date, you receive a “true up” statement that settles the annual electricity credits and charges. Depending on usage and electricity generated, you

ææ safety COMMITTEE update

By Debby Hickey, Safety Committee

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he Safety Committee approved the Resident Safety Concern Report Form and forwarded it to the board for approval.

The Safety Committee would like to welcome Art De Sousa who stepped up to join our committee.

The Safety Fair will be held Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Woodbridge Clubhouse Multipurpose Room and patio. Tasks will be assigned to all members for this large undertaking. An introduction letter will be presented to vendors/invitees of the fair. More details later.

The purchase order and warranty for the patio furniture around the pool were reviewed, and the company was contacted about the heat issue with their product. The company is looking into suggestions for us.

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are either billed or credited for the difference. (PG&E monthly statements provide NEM updates to help you track your true up status.)

• Realtor.com found eight of the 10 U.S. cities with the highest percentage of home solar panels are in California. (Phoenix, Arizona #3, Prescott, Arizona #5).

• California will be the first state to require solar panels on all new homes in 2020.

• 2019 research by Zillow Real Estate found that adding solar increases a home’s value up to 4.1 percent more on average than comparable homes without solar power.

Solar systems can cost $15,000 to $30,000 before rebates and incentives.

Rebates may reduce the total cost up to 50 percent. In addition to buying a solar system, there are options to finance a solar system: Solar Lease • Solar company installs solar panels on the roof at no up-front cost to homeowner. “Free solar panels”.

• Average cost of leasing solar panels is $50 to $250 per month.

• Solar company owns the panels, not the homeowner.

• Solar enables a homeowner to reduce or eliminate monthly electricity costs, depending on usage and how much energy is produced by the solar system.

• Leases are generally 20 to 25 year terms, and can be renewed or purchased outright.

• Lease enables homeowner to avoid responsibility of solar system maintenance and/or repair.

Solar Loan • Designed for solar shoppers who lack capital for cash purchase of a solar system.

• Solar panel loans are similar to home improvement loans.

• Many are $0 down loans and offer ability to finance the total amount of the solar system.

• Key difference between solar loans and other home improvement loans is that loans allow you to own an asset that generates significant financial value; value of electricity generated over its lifespan, and federal investment tax credit and other applicable rebates and incentives.

• Solar loans are available from banks, as well as some credit unions, solar panel manufacturers, utility companies and municipalities.

• Loan Terms are generally 10-20 year, with interest rates from 3 to 8 percent for borrowers with FICO scores greater than 640.

Lastly, it’s important that homeowners do their own research on the solar company, number of solar panels, lease or buy options, battery back-up, etc., as opposed to having a solar company recommend options that may not be in the homeowners best interest. Find out how much energy is produced by X number of solar panels, and compare that to your monthly electricity bills / kilowatt hours used for one or two years to determine your solar needs. If leasing, will the See

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Safety Committee members were presented with a concern regarding safety of the workers on the pump pit by the lake because of the pressurized pipes.

Compliance requirements and signage will be reviewed.

Another concern was presented by a resident who witnessed a young man aggressively trying to access entry to the pool at the locked gate and then at the locked door. The residents expressed concern about what to do in this situation.

The committee will research this.

The Safety Committee task log is complete and will be a working tool for committee members. We will add the task log to the portal for residents to view.

Your concerns are valuable to us – watch for information regarding submitting procedures on the portal and in Woodbridge Life. Any immediate concerns should be brought to the attention of the Operations staff (front desk).

Safety Committee meetings are currently on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. We welcome your attendance and input.

Zumba Video Class

MacNair-Correa

561-6097

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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

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ææ PROPERTY, PLANT & EQUIPMENT COMMITTEE Common Area Tree Replacement

By PP&E Chair Mike Spence

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he Woodbridge common area tree replacement reserve study component is starting to be operational. Woodbridge Owner Association (WOA) literally owns thousands of trees and we are obliged to tend, trim and replace them as warranted. Until two years ago, we did not have an arborist on staff or working for one of our contractors. Many diseased, stunted and/or undesirable trees were cut down. The replacement of these trees is required by current CC&Rs and sections of the Manteca Municipal Code.

Senior WOA staff solicited bids and vetted arborist contractors. Rumble Tree was selected and provides tree management to the WOA. Who is Rumble Tree? They are a Modesto-based second generation family business.

They employ Certified Arborists who are also American Society of Consulting Arborists on staff. They hold a C61 / D49 Tree Service California contractor’s license #869183. They field crews with articulated boom trucks, chippers and stump-grinders. Their contract with WOA provides they send a crew to Woodbridge quarterly to tend trees. You may ask why the landscape maintenance contractor (currently GP) doesn’t perform these tasks? They did but the trees have grown well past the capabilities, expertise and the equipment GP has available.

As PP&E reviews WOA contracts, we make specific efforts to ensure that all of our contractors know who is responsible for each maintenance item. As a result, the board of directors (BOD) approved a contract with Rumble Tree to replace 18 large twenty-four-inch box-sized trees along Daisywood Drive.

This is a great first step to restore and maintain the tree population and the community’s design appearance.

Fern Meadow (vacant lot) project improvements have been conceptually approved by the BOD. The next step is to solicit approval from South San Joaquin Irrigation District (SSJID) for the project. They hold very specific easements for access to their below grade irrigation piping on the lot.

PP&E’s energy audit team is getting up and running. Their focus is to determine how Woodbridge can lower its energy cost. Electricity, natural gas and potable water usage will be reviewed.

PP&E committee members serve limited terms. Several members have fulfilled their terms on the committee or left for personal reasons. The published committee member job description is not as intimidating as it may sound. PP&E has openings and is always looking for members who want to help the community. Applications are available on the portal or at the front desk.

PP&E holds meetings open to all residents on the first Monday of each month. The next meeting is Monday, January 6, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Westport Room.

Canasta

Jackie Lipich

Chair Volleyball Chess Club

Dave Steffy Jack Dauler

Cooking 401 Craft Beer Group Cribbage

825-4805 269-8575 (510) Paulette Fraticelli 333-0734 719Bill Holst 660-5327 Ed Prenot 665-7265

Fridays @ 4:15 p.m.

Sundays at 4:15 p.m.

Sundays & Thursdays @ 2 p.m.

Mondays @ 10 a.m.

3rd Monday @ 6:30 p.m.

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

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.

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

665-4862 406-4102

Thursdays @ 10 a.m.

First Thursday 6-8 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 Bob Hall

239-5712

Patti Barnhart

629-8838

Paddle Tennis

Stan Sutfin

815-9735

Paper Crafters

Betty Grandt

Pickleball

Barbara Shapiro

Ping Pong

John Goodman

Pinochle

Robert Philis

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

Al Sanchez Joe Victoria Radio Controlled Flyers Bob Umberger Poker

Robotics

Larry Wiertel

Scrapbookers

Elaine DeSouza

603-9796

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 Wii Bowling Tom Heckl 275-9537 Women of Woodbridge Polly Smith 665-7236 Woodbridge Carolyn Johnson 239-0936 Women’s Bible Study Woodbridge Ron Plummer 609-4350 Pool Hustlers

Shang-hai Rummy

Jacque Foster

Woodbridge Book Group Patty DeRoos

239-2833 647-4380

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

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.

Tuesday, 1 to 3:45 p.m.

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 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.

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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 Reaching Out

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 – Penny Tenczar

Operations Manager

Leilani Rodriguez 824-7831 lrodriguez@ourwoodbridge.net

Project Manager

Dan Hoover 824-7581 dhoover@ourwoodbridge.net

Activities & Events Coordinator

Jennie Custodio 824-7927 jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net

Office Coordinator

Crystal Diaz (temporary) 824-7581 cdiaz@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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Continued from ARCHITECTURAL page 5 monthly cost of the lease be more or less than your monthly electricity bill?

Bottom line, unless you need additional solar power for medical equipment, an electric car or golf cart, you may not need more than the minimum number of solar panels required to power your home.

There are many online tools to help calculate solar panel needs based on a 12-month review of energy usage. Many are easy to use, some are required if applying for rebates. Below are a few helpful websites: • cpuc.ca.gov has a very useful 23-page “Solar Consumer Protection Guideâ€? that covers everything from solar provider false claims, knowing your consumer rights, finding a solar contractor, what questions to ask a solar contractor, purchase vs finance options, 12-month settlement bill info and additional resources. • pge.com provides a solar calculator that factors in electricity use, rates, tax credits and rebates, and available roof space. It then compares solar options to help you understand near-term and long-term financial impact.

It also provides useful information on how to choose a solar contractor. • solar-estimate.org provides tools and information on selecting the right solar options for your home; tips to help you calculate how many solar panels you need to run your home by reviewing your energy usage over 12 months.

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Woodbridge Owners Woodbridge Owners Association Association Committees

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW • Jacquie Alexander, Chair alexander-fox@comcast.net ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW 209-823-2914

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• FINANCE Mona COMMITTEE Groves, chair BOARD MEETING – Wednesday, January 8 @ grovesmo@aol.com • Jacob Lewis, ARCHITECTURAL REVIEWChair 6 p.m. – The board will discuss operational topics, lijalewis@comcast.net 470-3705 • Tony Delgado, Chair647-2995 management issues, finances and other subjects.

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FINANCE COMMITTEEWoodbridge 824-7927 LIFE • COMMUNICATION Jacob Lewis, Chair wblife2017@gmail.com KARAOKE – Thursday, January 9 @ 5:30 p.m. – Can • Carol Jo Hargreaves, Chair 814-3149 lijalewis@comcast.net you sing? We want to hear it. Can’t sing? Still, come Woodbridge LIFE Editor and ELECTION COMMITTEE 647-2995 anyway and have fun. You’ve asked for it, so here it Directory Chair • Jacque Reynolds, chair cjohargreaves@gmail.com is. Join us for Karaoke night. Table seating. BYOB and jacquebill67@gmail.com 823-3538 snacks to share with your singing buddies. Sign up at LIFESTYLE 629-8508 the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE

• • Jennie Chair DianaCustodio, Clements, Co-Chair tenor4@comcast.net FINANCE COMMITTEE jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net DANCE WITH THE CRYSTAL IMAGE BAND – Saturday, • Jacob Lewis, chair 665-4353 January 11 @ 6 p.m. – Crystal Image is a variety 824-7927 lijalewis@comcast.net • Jeannie Tebbutt, Co-Chair band that plays classic rock, country, blues, ballroom 647-2995 COMMUNICATION jltebbutt@gmail.com and much more. BYOB and food. Coffee and water 923-4356 provided. In the Multipurpose Room. $5 • Carol Jo Hargreaves, Chair LIFESTYLE NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS Woodbridge LIFE Editor • • Jennie Custodio, chair Bill Barnhart CASINO TRIP TO HARD ROCK CASINO – Wednesday, jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net bill.barnhart@mrbconsulting.us WBLIFE2017@gmail.com January 14 @ 8:30 a.m. – Join us for a 5-hour trip 629-8838 824-7927 to the new Hard Rock Casino in Sacramento. The 823-3538 emergency contact form at the front desk must be NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS completed each time. Pay at the front desk. $20 WELCOMING COMMITTEE • Bill Barnhart, co-chair CASH ONLY (does not include tip for the driver) • bill.barnhart@mrbconsulting.us Diana Clements, Co-Chair WELCOMING COMMITTEE

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also provide an apron you can use for this event; however, you might want to wear clothing that won’t mind a paint smudge or two. All paints are water-based acrylics. You can create different color variations of this artwork as well. Be sure to print your pet image out on regular printer paper, not photo paper, for best results. Sign up at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. $15 NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE – Saturday, January 18 @ 6 p.m. – Jack Wright captures the essence of Neil Diamond’s many hits over the years. Beyond the songs are the stories about Neil’s life and explanations of his sometimes complex and complicated lyrics.

BYOB and appetizers. In the Multipurpose Room. $12 COOKING 401 – Tuesday, January 21 @ 2 p.m. – Join Guest Chef and new Cooking 401 leader Paulette Fraticelli as she makes lasagna. Purchase tickets at the front desk. In the Quincy Room. $5 WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY – Wednesday, January 22 @ 6 p.m. – Join us for our first Wine Down Wednesday.

Bring a bottle of wine to share with your table and socialize and listen to great music. Doors open at 5 p.m. with social hour from 5 to 6 p.m. and “sit and listen� to music from 6 to 8 p.m. In the Multipurpose Room. $3

MEN OF WOODBRIDGE WINTER DANCE – Wednesday, January 15 @ 5:30 p.m. – The Men of Woodbridge is hosting its annual Winter Dance featuring the Second CRAFT BEER – Thursday, January 23 @ 6:30 p.m. – This Chance Band. Doors open at 5 p.m. Social hour from month, Craft Beer will cover Ciders & Meads. While 5 to 6 p.m. Music and dancing from 6 to 8:15 p.m. No these are technically not beers, they are finding a :KHQ \RX KDYH VLJQHG XS IRU DQ HYHQW DFWLYLW\ RU WRXU DQG \RX ÀQG \RX DUH host. BYOB and food. Notice Coffee and water provided. In lot of shelf space next to beer in grocery and liquor Important unable to attend, please, as a courtesy to others, call the Clubhouse front desk

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appy New Year! As we begin a new year – why not try something new or maybe return to a craft/hobby that you love? The Artists & Crafters club is always happy to welcome newcomers and would love for you to come join us! Various crafting groups meet in the Westport Room, Monday through Thursday. And, of course, we have classes throughout the months. Just check our monthly calendar.

You can also sign up to receive emails from Artists & Crafters via the Woodbridge portal, letting you know of upcoming events and classes.

Here’s what the Artists & Crafters club has happening this month: Thursday, January 2 at 6:30 p.m.

EVENING KNITTERS & CROCHETERS meet.

Friday, January 10 at 10 a.m. – Artists & Crafters GENERAL MEETING. Come hear about upcoming classes and workshops. (Please note: due to the holiday, our meeting will be a week later than usual.)

Friday, January 10 at 12:30 p.m. – Molly Cooper begins 2020 teaching one of her wonderful monthly WATERCOLOR PAINTING classes.

Doodlebugs

Monday, January 13 at 10 a.m., DOODLEBUGS class.

Join Kathy Dezotte as she leads students through a new project using a liner pen.

Friday, January 17 at 9 a.m.

SCRAPBOOKERS get together to work on their scrapbooks.

Monday, January 20 at 10 a.m. - KAISER ONCOLOGY PILLOW WORKSHOP Martha Harman leads a talented group of ladies and makes pillows for breast cancer patients.

Please come help put these pillows together and know your talent and energy is going toward helping someone who is facing a health challenge. You don’t need to know how to sew to help.

(Kaiser Hospital provides the materials.)

Thursday, January 23 at 12:30 p.m. – JEWELRY MAKING class – Come join Connie Reed as she teaches attendees how to make their own one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.

Friday, January 24 at 1 p.m. – WOODBRIDGE QUILTERS will meet for their bi-monthly Show and Tell. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome. Come see some beautiful quilts, wall hangings and other projects these talented ladies have been working on. Whether you’re new to quilting or have been quilting for years, this is a great place to meet others who share your interest. It’s the place to be to learn about new techniques, ask questions and hear about the latest gadgets in the quilting world.

Friday, January 31 at 9 a.m. – DOG and CAT BED WORKSHOP – This workshop, led by Lorrie Tran, meets for the first time this year. Help make dog beds and cat mats for our furry friends who are currently living in local animal shelters and rescue organizations.

You don’t need to know how to sew to help. Material scraps that can be used for stuffing can be dropped off in the Westport Room any time prior to the day of the workshop (please, no old clothing).

We post our Artists & Crafters calendar of activities for the month on the easel outside the Westport Room following our General Meeting. Also make sure to check out the window displays in the Westport Room. We display upcoming class project samples, samples from groups that meet regularly, as well as samples from our philanthropic groups.

This is my last article for Woodbridge LIFE. I have enjoyed letting the community know what the Artists and Crafters club has been doing and creating these last two years. I turn the reins over to Carol Silva, who I know will do a fantastic job. As many of you already know, we are a community full of creative, talented people. Beyond the talent however, there is such kindness in the women I have met in our Artists & Crafters club. What a group of wonderful, caring, funny and creative women. I consider it a privilege to have gotten to know you and craft alongside you. Wishing you all a very happy and healthy 2020!

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elcome to Women of Woodbridge (WOW). Any woman who has moved into Woodbridge is automatically a member and encouraged to attend the first meeting of the year, January 15, 11:30 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room.

Plan to attend either day for an enjoyable afternoon. Tickets are $25 and go on sale January 13. Each table will have a setting for eight people.

So, tell your friends and neighbors. All tables will be assigned to a WOW member who will make you feel comfortable and see to it that you have an enjoyable afternoon. Young women from The Discovery Challenge Academy will be helping as well. We will have some beautiful, mysterious, decorative baskets available for raffle both days of the events.

Officers: Polly Smith – President Terri Heath – Vice President Kathy Hackworth – Secretary Sue Edmiston – Treasurer Marcia Laird – Mentor with Sue Edmiston We want to bring you up to date for 2019. We didn’t have a meeting in December so we are ready to go with our first meeting in 2020, January 15. Join us for a light breakfast snack and friendly chat. Our first line of business is to continue to plan for “Giving Hearts,” the Fashion Show/Luncheon to be held on February 15 and 16 starting at 11:30 a.m. Sandi Kinyon is the chairperson. The various committees need help and this would be a wonderful opportunity to get involved. Come to our first meeting of the new year on January 15 and sign up to help. Proceeds of the event will be donated to the Manteca United School District Homeless Program.

At the Fashion Show/Luncheon, we will be serving lunch prepared by WOW members. You will be entertained by models representing the many activities/clubs/groups modeling the latest styles from Chico’s stores.

The officers are working hard to continue the club’s mission: “Women of Woodbridge, representing the Woodbridge community, strives to enrich the lives of children in the Manteca area. In the process of fulfilling this mission, members share talents, socialize, expand their knowledge, develop interest and enjoy new friendships.”

Monthly meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month and meetings alternate between day meetings and evening meetings. Again, our next meeting will be January 15 at 11:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room.

Come join us.

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The Fallen David Baldacci (note date change and place change to Clubhouse library) The Flight Girls Noelle Salazar The Rosie Project Graeme Simsion The Paper Wife Laila Ibrahim The House We Grew up In Lisa Jewell An Irish Country Doctor, Patrick Taylor Book #1

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

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CRAFT BEER HAPPENINGS Stouts and Porters

By Bill Holst

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oodbridge craft beer lovers met November 21 to explore the amazing world of stouts and porters.

These beers are very popular this time of the year due to their bold, festive flavors. A lot of shelf space at grocery and liquor stores is devoted to this style of beer during the holidays.

One stout that everyone seems to know about is Guinness. For many people, this might be the first “dark” beer they ever tasted; Guinness should be given credit for exposing a style other than light lager to beer drinkers. Even though Guinness is not a craft brewery, they still have a great story.

In 1759, Arthur Guinness was making beer in Dublin, Ireland.

Because the water was so alkaline, he needed to balance the flavor with the addition of dark, roasted malts. Hence, Guinness Stout was born. He was successful and managed to negotiate a 9,000-year lease for the Open Gate Brewery property for only 49 Irish pounds a year, a great deal - right up there with the purchase of Manhattan Island. They have been brewing in the same spot for over 250 years. It was the largest brewery in the world by 1886.

What is the history of stouts and porters?

• Porters originated in London around 1720 • They were popular with Porters, hence the name • They had higher alcohol and hops content – so the beer lasted longer • They were aged at the brewery • Porters were the first beer to be made in large quantities – sort of a commercial beer • Brewers started making strong porters, called “stout” porters • Eventually they dropped the porter name, and it became simply stout • In the 1800s, imperial beers were brewed in England and shipped to Russia to the Imperial Court • An “imperial” porter or stout has high alcohol content – usually 8 or 9 percent, sometimes even 12 percent • Imperial beers have “more” of everything – alcohol, hops, malty flavors What is the difference between a porter and a stout?

• They are made from same basic ingredients – both are ales.

• Historically, stouts were stronger and more robust. In other words, they were “stout porter”

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• Stouts usually contain roasted barley or black patent malt – porters usually don’t • Porters usually contain a brown malt and often a caramel malt for color and sweetness • Stouts are often associated with Ireland • There is a lot of crossover today – the roasted barley distinction does not always exist • They are both easy to make – deep roasted flavors can hide subtle mistakes in the brewing process Following the presentation of the above information, participants were able to taste about 15 different styles of porters and stouts: everything from Guinness Stout to esoteric flavors like peanut butter, coffee, and milk stouts. The taste profile of these beers is quite rich and varied; they pair well with spicy foods and rich chocolate desserts.

Our next event will be an exploration of the world of ciders and meads. While these are technically not beers, they are finding a lot of shelf space next to beer in grocery and liquor stores. Perhaps we will find out why.

Event date: January 23. Time 6:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Clubhouse. The fee is $3. Due to growing attendance, signups for this event will be limited to 50 people.

Remember to bring your own beer glasses, a bomber for tasting (preferably a cider or mead) and snacks for sharing at your table.

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appy New Year to all.

Men of Woodbridge had a great time distributing some of our 2019 donations to Toys for Tots, Corporal Palmer Packing Events and Raymus House.

Olga Rodriguez (Haven of Peace) and Cecily Ballungay (Raymus House) gave inspiring talks about the good work both of these agencies are doing in the Manteca community for abused women and children and adults in need of other support services. Members were invited to tour one of the Haven of Peace facilities and we’ll be organizing a collection of paper goods to take with us.

The November dessert dance went off smoothly despite several Second Chance Band members performing while under the weather. It is for sure that pumpkin pie is a favorite dessert in this community.

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ĂŚĂŚwine 101

By Jon Ford

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ine 101 had two great Christmas potluck and bottle exchanges December 5 and 19. As usual, the food was terrific and the bottle exchange a hoot. I want to thank the special elves who helped me decorate, take tickets, set tables and record the bottle exchange. Couldn’t pull this off without you. Much love your way!

Toro and Tinto Fino, is the backbone of Rioja and Ribera del Duero regions of Spain and is the third most-planted wine grape in the world behind Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

However, in California Tempranillo is relatively rare. In 2018, only 12,837 tons were crushed in the state compared to 680,307 tons of Cabernet Sauvignon. Last year, Lodi crushed about 15 percent of the state’s production of Tempranillo.

The new schedule for Wine 101 will be a quarterly one starting in 2020. The first class will be held March 19 with sign-ups beginning February 21. The theme will be “Beautiful Barbera.�

We will have classes in June (sign-ups in May), September (sign-ups in August) and two more in December (sign-ups in November).

In Spain, Tempranillo is lifted by an addition of Graciano and then aged in American oak. When consumed early, it is high in tannin with sour and black cherries, tomato sauce, tobacco, cedar and leather flavors. Properly stored, Tempranillo can lay down for years, allowing the tannin to soften and the wine to show maturity.

Hope to see many of you in the new year.

FYI There are many great Tempranillos being offered in Lodi. Tempranillo is Spain’s king of red grapes.

There are many great expressions of this grape to be had in the Lodi appellation. More than 20 years ago, Markus Bokisch chose Lodi as the place to build his vineyard management company and winery because of the area’s unique soils and Mediterranean climate, which are conducive to the varieties of the Iberian Peninsula, his mother’s homeland.

Tempranillo, which has many synonyms including Tinta Roriz, Tinta del

Some very special Tempranillos to try in the Lodi region may be tasted at Bokish Vineyards, D’Art Winery, Dancing Coyote, Drava Wines, Fields Family Wines, Goodmills Family Winery, Harney Lane Winery, Heritage Oak Winery, McCay Cellars, McCDonnel Estates, Riaza Wines, Ripken Vineyards and Winery and St. Amant Winery.

References: Lodi Tempranillo facts acquired from a Bob Highfill column in the Stockton Record, November 13, 2019.

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FLAGS OVER WOODBRIDGE 2020

By Don Vehrs, Flags over Woodbridge Coordinator

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lying U.S. flags on the streetlight poles along the major thoroughfares of Woodbridge was begun years ago by Lisa Salazar and another Pulte employee.

They convinced Pulte to purchase U.S. flags to line some of the community thoroughfares as a “Surprise for Woodbridge Residents” at the time. At a later time, Lou and Sandy George took over the Volunteer Group and developed teams of homeowners to assist. Bill Barnhart eventually coordinated the flag-flying activities for some time, then asked Roger Cunning to take on the task and he did so for three years. Roger passed it onto me, Don Vehrs, and I have been coordinating it since.

Today, there are 18 active residents who are part of the volunteer team responsible for flying flags, taking them down and storing them. Over the years, many others have assisted and we want to thank them all for their efforts because as we drive, bike, run, or walk throughout this community when the flags are flying, you can see the patriotism. It sure is a good feeling.

The flags fly along the streets of Americana, Daisywood Drive, Del Webb Boulevard, Madison Grove, Morning Brook, River Berry Circle, and Shady Pines leading to Liberty Park, inside Liberty Park and around Chestnut Grove Drive and the interior circle of Lakeview Clubhouse.

FLAGS OVER WOODBRIDGE 2020 SCHEDULE

Gary Faber, Dan Armstrong, Jon Ford, Rocky Arnold, Jan Arnold, Duane Becker, Scott Brenner, Bill Buffington, Jack Dauler, Bob Gotelli, Mike Pulliam, Jim Schrimp, Roger Gibson, Ann Gibson, Mike McNamara, Dewayne Day, John Gannon, & Don Schwendt.

With continued financial help from the Woodbridge Owners Association, we have been able to replace and retire worn out, stolen or damaged flags as needed.

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There are now a total of 103 flags flying.

Martin Luther King Day – Monday 1/20 Weather permitting

For 2020, we are planning “The Flags over Woodbridge” to be flown on: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Woodbridge Softball Opening Day, Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriot Day, Wheels of Woodbridge Car Show at Liberty Park, Election Day, Veterans Day and Pearl Harbor Day.

President’s Day – Monday 2/27 Weather permitting

The planned schedule is to have flags go up on a Friday and come down the following Friday. When there is an opportunity to combine two or more events, we will leave the flags up, flying the flags across the entire span of time between those event dates.

We can do this since our flag mounts are located on streetlamp poles so there is a light above each flag.

If interested in helping in any way, please contact me, Don Vehrs, at 815-9519 or via email at drverhrs@comcast.net.

Current Flags over Woodbridge team members include:

Note: Projected date Woodbridge Softball Opening Day Easter Weekend

Date Date Notes: Up Down 8 a.m. 8 a.m.

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Weather permitting Election Day – Tuesday 11/3 10/30 Gary Faber, Dan Armstrong, Jon Ford, Rocky Arnold, Jan Veterans Day – Wednesday 11/11 11/13 Arnold, Duane Becker, Scott Brenner, Bill Buffington, Jack Dauler,

Bob Gotelli, Mike Pulliam, Jim Schrimp, Roger Gibson, Ann Gibson, Mike McNamara, Dewayne Day, John Gannon and Don Schwendt.

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100th Edition of Woodbridge LIFE Rings in a New Editor

By Woodbridge Life Editor, Kimberly Hegman

majority of my career was with the engineering department. I worked my way up from administrative assistant to office manager. During my career, I was responsible for editing papers for engineers I supported, setting up travel, meetings and a myriad of other activities as an administrative assistant. As the office manager, I supervised between eight to 12 people at any given time, I would also put together hire packages for the division.

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his is a milestone, the 100th issue of the Woodbridge LIFE newspaper. Hello, my name is Kimberly Hegman and I am honored to celebrate this very special event and to introduce myself to you as the new editor of Woodbridge LIFE. So, how did I become the editor? Well, I was approached at the Pooch Parade in October and asked to attend a meeting. Long story short, I attended the meeting and agreed to be a proofreader. I worked alongside the other proofreaders and started to learn the complexity of putting a Woodbridge LIFE paper together. Starting the end of November, after several discussions, I agreed to be the editor. It’s been an interesting ride so far. I wouldn’t be able to do this without all the talented staff ’s assistance and the previous editor’s sage advice. They have all been very helpful and welcoming.

I’ve got a lot to learn.

My qualifications: I worked for 26 years at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. The

Kimberly Hegman

My goal, first and foremost, is to keep this paper going for a long time.

It is a very important resource for the Woodbridge community. Personally, I always look forward to receiving the paper at the end of every month. I enjoy the varied articles and how easy it is to plan my month around the information about all the activities that are right at my fingertips.

About me: I moved to Woodbridge in June of 2011 to downsize from my home in Tracy after losing my husband of 33 years in 2009. We lived in Tracy for 29 years before my move. My husband was my childhood sweetheart. I met him when I was in the fourth grade. I have two sons who live close to me, one here in Manteca and the other in Banta. I also have four grandkids, two from each son. I love to travel, both abroad and across country. My hobbies are making cards, singing with the Woodbridge Singers and singing at church. I try to keep active by walking my dog Kenji almost every night.

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by Strummin’ Wonders and generous donations by Men of Woodbridge and Veterans of Woodbridge.

Veterans of Woodbridge (left) and Men of Woodbridge (right) each present a $500 check to Chuck and Terri Palmer (center) for the Charles O. Palmer II Memorial Troop Support Program.

Veterans of Woodbridge presents a $1,000 check and resident-donated toys to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Fund fundraiser, “Toys for Tots,” which distributes toys to less fortunate children under 10 years of age.

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By Nancy Sadoyama he second annual Trikers Holiday Parade was held December 15. The Trikers are a group of avid cyclists who like to have fun and ride nearly every evening. For more information, call Nancy Sadoyama at 912-8221.

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January Garden Checklist

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Many people believe that adding coffee grounds to the soil will acidify it, benefiting acid loving plants such as camellias or azaleas. In truth, coffee grounds use nitrogen as they decompose, making the nitrogen less available to plants, thereby inhibiting their growth. Coffee grounds are best added to the compost bin, where they can break down along with other ingredients, making rich compost.

The proven way to acidify soil is to use soil sulfur, following the package directions.

In the past, it was believed that putting a layer of pebbles in the bottom of pots before adding soil provides good drainage.

What this practice actually does is create standing water in the bottom of the pot, which can cause root rot. The best practice is to cover the drainage hole of the pot with screening material to help hold the soil in and keep slugs and other undesirable creatures out, then fill the pot with good quality potting soil that is porous enough to drain well.

A common belief is that water droplets left on leaves in mid-day will magnify the sunlight and burn them. This is simply untrue. Watering is best done in the morning since the afternoon heat can evaporate

the water too quickly, depriving your plants of needed hydration.

Watering too late in the day can lead to problems such as fungus or mildew. However, if necessary, watering in the middle of the day will not harm your plants.

Another traditional practice is to apply fertilizer to a plant that seems sickly. In fact, a plant that is under stress may be further stressed when fertilized. A sickly plant may be suffering from too much or too little water, heat stress, compacted soil, being planted in the wrong location, or even a hard to detect bug infestation. All these factors should be ruled out before fertilizing an ailing plant. Fertilization can force the plant to use up energy on rapid growth rather than strengthening its root system or fighting off insects and disease.

The old saying “the only good bug is a dead bug” is another common fallacy.

Scientists have discovered that there are many insect predators that attack plant pests and keep them in check. We are familiar with the ladybug and praying mantis, but there are many more. Using strong broadspectrum insecticides will often kill off the predators, leading to a surge in the population of insect pests. The best practice is to start with the least toxic method or product available, following label directions, moving on to stronger products only when necessary. Learning to tolerate some bugs will encourage a thriving, healthy ecosystem in your garden.

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• Continue monitoring and baiting for snails, slugs and ants. Snail bait that is iron-based is safer around pets.

• Adjust watering schedules according to weather. Remember not to water within 48 hours of measurable rain. If you have plants growing under eaves and in entryways where they do not get rain, water occasionally by hand.

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By Elizabeth Cunning, Choral Director, Woodbridge Singers WBL photos by Volker Moerbitz

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he holiday season got off to a dazzling start with Woodbridge Singers and Dancers sharing three performances with sold-out crowds. The 76 members’ voices filled the air with beautiful harmonies, story-telling, sing-alongs, and rousing audience participation. A notable take-away with this season’s lineup was the diverse song selections and creative stylings of old favorites. A number of choir members and their beloved pets were photographed and shown on the screen, dressed in holiday attire. Even “Woody” the pet turtle was featured with owner Kathy Dezotte.

Graceful and intricate dance steps were performed to several songs by Bill and Patti Barnhart and Anthony and Arlene Aquino.

Frank Perez had everyone hopping with his boogie-woogie and rock guitar. Jacquie Steffy and Linda Cookman accompanied Christmas carols on flutes. Soloists included Vicki French and Joe Schlemmer.

Woodbridge Singers’ new accompanist for this season is Carol Gray. Our previous pianist moved away, and Carol has graciously filled that crucial spot. Carol and her husband, Warren, are still fairly new to our community and we are so fortunate to have both of them here.

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A particularly touching moment was a memory shared by Monika Hunt. The audience actually got to hear and see video as detailed in her story:

Pealing of the Frankfurt Bells

By Monika Hunt

A few years ago, my husband and I decided to spend Christmas with my family in Germany. My brother and his family live in Frankfurt, so Christmas Eve he took us to downtown, the old part of town with its very narrow streets for walking only. Within this area are 10 churches and between the churches, they have 55 bells. All the bells are named and have different tones, weights and sounds. Also, they are all tuned to each other, and when they all start ringing, you hear the most awesome, fantastic, “Hallelujah” sound ever!

Many people come, some carry candles, some talk quietly. Everybody is walking to hear the different bells from the churches. The bells ring for 30 minutes; most people try to get back to the Cathedral, also called the Kaiserdom, because the finale includes a bell called “Gloriosa.” It weighs 22 tons and has the richest, deepest sound ever!

I was so in awe of this experience, I will never forget it, and since then, our families’ Christmas Eve has always included the Pealing of the Bells in Frankfurt via tapes my brother has sent to us.

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I wanted to share this experience with you. If you ever happen to be in Frankfurt at the time of this happening, I know you will be moved like I was at Christmas.

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Triker's Travels Triker’s Travels

By Judy McNamara Photos provided by Judy McNamara

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season so they were already in good shape.

Bob, currently involved in his duties as a WOA Board Director, has always been an avid cyclist, having participated in 15 MS150 cycling events, raising a total of $60,000 for the Multiple Sclerosis Society. In 2015, he even had total knee replacement. Phil, as you might remember from a previous article, has cycled across country several times so he knows a bit about training.

Phil said their ride took them to French -XG\ 0F1DPDUD Camp, Stockton, Farmington, Linden, Oakdale, Escalon and back for a little over 100 miles. They had trained for this ride for several months. According to the Fab Four, they plan to continue doing the rides indefinitely.

And, Then There is Fred Proudman The name says it all! Some of you may have seen this very fit cyclist racing around the streets of Woodbridge on a tandem bike with only a phantom rider on the back seat. (Gives new meaning to “A Bicycle Built for Two.”) My curiosity got the better of me while I was riding my bike and this elusive racer shot past me. I yelled out for him to stop a minute so I could interview him but, as often happens with cyclists, he was in the zone and kept going. I needed to find out why he was racing a tandem bike alone. I went on with my ride and as I was nearing my house, a cyclist pulled up beside me and it was Fred, ready to talk. This Woodbridge resident’s back story is amazing. First of all, I asked why he was riding a tandem bike alone Mike Bell, Phil Haubert, Tim Sells and Bob Teglia

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and he said he was getting ready for a solo cross-country ride and he wanted to find out how to carry his belongings. Besides cycling around Woodbridge several days a week, anywhere from 15 to 20 miles, Fred is active in several cycling clubs and organizations.

Fred has been cycling seriously for at least 50 years. In 1975 he had a devastating accident while riding, colliding with a semi-truck. He managed to recover from the accident and went on to train for the 1976 U.S. Olympic Cycling team. He then decided to move to Europe and was picked up by a French pro/amateur team.

He said that with the good coaching of Fred Proudman on the French pro/ the French amateur team. coaches and managers, he progressed rapidly, becoming a key member of the French team.

Fred still works out at the Hellyer Park Velodrome in San Jose. A velodrome is an oval arena with banked sides for track cycling. It’s a stadium venue so spectators can watch the cycling events. The Hellyer Park Velodrome in San Jose hosts many races. .

So, if you see a lone cyclist, wearing an aerodynamic helmet, racing on a tandem bike with a phantom rider…get out of the way!

Fred Proudman

Way to go, Fred!

Lance and Becky Frederick visited this iconic sculpture in the Atacama Desert near Antofagasta, Chile, during a 25-day cruise of Peru, Chile and Argentina.

Jon and Debi Ford with Dan and Marilyn Armstrong while in Denali National Park in Alaska last summer trying to exist in the wilderness!

Eldon Regua spent nine days in Kenya on a mission trip in Kipkarren River. Eldon holds a six-year-old crocodile.

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he 2019 Woodbridge Seniors Golf Club (WSGC) season officially ended in October but we held two unofficial tournaments in November. The first event, held November 11, was a “Skins” form at tournament held at Spanos Park. The greens were very fast but listed below are the individuals who were up for the challenge Flight A NAME John Peterson Thanh Tran Steve Howe Pete Blasquez Jerry Becker Flight B NAME Ken Nelson Ed Araya Mark Gattuso Mike Patterson Bob Gamch Ken Fugimoto

SKINS 2 1 1 1 1 SKINS 4 2 1 1 1 1

HOLE 14, 17 5 9 1 15 HOLE 1, 7, 10, 12 4, 16 2 17 14 11

Our second tournament was held November 13 at Brookside Country Club.

Many of us struggled on the greens. Down-hill putts were hard to hold the ball close to the cup. It doesn’t appear there is a water shortage in Stockton, since it was a very wet course. Nevertheless, everyone had a good time. Here are the winners in this “low net event.”

Roy Rea Thanh Tran Lorrie Tran John Peterson

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It’s not too late to join the WSGC for 2020. Applications are on the message board in the Lakeview Clubhouse. And remember, you don’t need to be a member to play in any of our tournaments. The only requirement is to be a Woodbridge resident and at least 55 years old.

If you are not sure you want to join the golf club, many members play throughout each week at Manteca and other local courses. If you’re interested, come play a casual round and learn more about our club. You are more than welcome to contact any of our board members.

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ææWILD THINGS in WOODBRIDGE The Mallards of Lake Rockwell

By Jana Kattenhorn

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ake Rockwell has been the winter home and nesting site for a flock of mallards for a number of years. Once on the ground or on the pond, the group is called a sord. They mate as pairs and stay as a twosome until the eggs are laid. After mating there is a tendency for the males to hang out together, leaving the females to select a nesting site and incubate the eggs on their own. Last summer the males liked the cool shade of the redwoods on the south side of the upper pond.

Public domain photo courtesy of the Wildlife Society

Woodbridge turtles

Photo by Barbara Matsubara

When the males molt in early summer they lose their bright plumage and resemble the females such that you might think there are only females on the lake during the summer months.

The mallard is the ancestor of most domesticated ducks. If a mallard cannot fly or has trouble flying very far, it is a hybrid. Truly wild mallards can fly up to 800 miles in a day. For 4,000 years, domesticated ducks have been bred and selected for their heavy meaty breasts for eating, which can make it hard, if not impossible, for them to fly. The eggs are also edible but have a higher fat and cholesterol content than chicken eggs. I understand they also taste a little different but have never eaten one to know for sure. .

References sent from: naturemappingfoundation.org/natmap/facts/mallard_712.html allaboutbirds.org/guide/Mallard/id, and en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mallard

The brightly colored male mallard is easily recognized by its yellow bill, glossy green head, white neck band and vibrant orange feet. The female also has the vibrant orange feet but wears a camouflage of brown, black and white feathers that blend in with her nesting environment. Male ducks are called drakes and the females simply females or hens when nesting.

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Mallards are dabbling ducks. They tip forward, butts in the air and work their bills through the mud on the bottom. They do not dive for food like ruddy ducks and mergansers which have also been seen spending the winter on the lake.

A duck diet consists mainly of grass seeds and aquatic vegetation. They will also eat mollusks, insects, small fish, tadpoles, freshwater snails, fish eggs and frogs. (Please do not feed the Lake Rockwell ducks.) There is plenty of natural food in and around the pond to keep them well fed and healthy.

If you live near the Lake Rockwell, you might have been honored by the discovery of a mallard hen and her nest under one of your front yard shrubs. It will not be much of a nest, just a few sticks and leaves. The hen lays one egg a day for a clutch of up to 14 pale green eggs. Incubation begins when the last egg is laid and she will sit on the eggs for 26 to 28 days. As soon as the last chick hatches and its fuzzy feathers are dry, she will lead them back to the lake. Mother and ducklings have been seen walking up Madison Grove or the adjacent sidewalk to the lake and along the Freedom Walkway. The juveniles can finally begin flying between three and four months of age. Unfortunately, most of the chicks do not survive. In the egg and when very small they are easy prey for hawks, great blue herons, kit foxes, raccoons and domestic cats and dogs. Most ducks don’t make it through their first year, or at best only survive a few years. They can live up to 20 years in captivity. Female ducks do share duckling care, which explains why you might find a female with more chicks than she incubated.

Like most birds, mallards molt at the beginning and end of summer.

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ææ HEALTH TIPS

LIVE LONGER AND HEALTHIER Everyone Loves Peanut Butter – Good or Bad?

By Susie Blair RN-BSN

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rom the time we were kids, peanut butter was a favorite go-to for lunch or snacks. We never thought about whether or not it was healthy for us – it just tasted good! Now that we are mature adults, we need to be thinking about how it impacts our health. Should we still eat peanut butter?

The answer is, as always, in moderation it is actually good for us.

The health benefits of peanut butter are many. First, it is a good source of protein and a fairly good balance of carbohydrate and healthy fat. The fat helps you feel fuller longer than straight carbs and the protein is good for repairing and building muscles. The fats are mostly heart-friendly unsaturated fats, although there are some saturated fats. These are energy boosts and help with satiety. Peanut butter is fiber-rich which promotes healthy functioning of your body and metabolism.

There are many other nutrients that peanut butter provide: calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, antioxidants, niacin, vitamins E, B3, B6, folate, copper, zinc, manganese and resveratrol. It has even been proven to help with weight loss, stabilizing blood sugar, bodybuilding and reducing the risk of other disease. It is calorie packed, so the servings must remain small. You should keep servings to two tablespoons to stay on the healthy side. Try it on whole wheat bread or rice cakes, add to smoothies, yogurt or warm oatmeal. Add flaxseed for healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Add peanut butter to lime juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce and honey for a delicious Thai peanut dressing.

Which peanut butter is best? Look for brands that contain just peanuts and few, if, any other ingredients – definitely no added oils, sugar or salt. All natural is the best choice. It is normal for peanut butter to separate into solid and liquid form. Keep it in the refrigerator to stay fresh. What about almond butter? It is more expensive, but is somewhat healthier due to increased amounts of protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber, and less saturated fats. It is the same as peanut butter in calories and sugar content. Both have just under 200 calories in two tablespoons. Whichever one you choose, make sure you are eating it in moderation.

It’s hard to stop with only one to two tablespoons.

Whatever you are spreading it on or adding it to, make sure that it is a healthy choice as well (whole grain bread or crackers, celery, smoothies, rice cakes, fruit-only jellies, your morning slow-cooked oatmeal, for a few examples.) They all add calories, so make good choices to live a longer and healthier life!

Resources: Healthline.com, Medical News Today, HealthAmbition.com and Consumer Reports 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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Pastrami and corned beef are not the same, but they are cousins. Both are brined beef but corned beef is boiled with few seasonings and pastrami is heavily seasoned, smoked and then steamed.

Pastrami is a method of preserving meat, primarily with salt.

Greek immigrants arriving in Salt Lake City in the 1960s introduced a cheeseburger topped with pastrami. It remains a staple of the local hamburger chains.

The earliest versions of pastrami used meat from ducks, geese, lamb, turkey, pork or beef.

The word pastrami seems to draw from the Romanian word paĚ&#x152;stra meaning â&#x20AC;&#x153;to conserve food, to keep something for a long time.â&#x20AC;?

Romanian immigrants to the United States (New York) in the 1870s, brought with them their variant of â&#x20AC;&#x153;pastramiâ&#x20AC;? the meat preparation process, not the specific meat. They used goose breast but found it in limited supply and expensive; beef was readily available and cheap.

There are many herbs and spices rubbed on pastrami during preparation, often including salt, sugar, black pepper, cloves, coriander, juniper berries and dill. The collection of these herbs and spices as a paste is called Ă&#x2021;emen.

The first New York pastrami? The butcher Sussman Volk generally gets the credit, circa 1887. He followed a borrowed

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Part of the preparation of pastrami involves air drying sometimes referred to as wind drying.

In the 1870s there was a section of New York City often referred to as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Little Romaniaâ&#x20AC;?. They served goose breast pastrami.

Is pastrami healthy? The often-used whole grain rye bread is, but the fatty meat, high salt and other fixings, not so much.

Is there a standard recipe for a pastrami sandwich? Nope!

There is consensus on the sliced meat, rye bread and mustard.

The addition of sauerkraut is a regional difference.

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Where in the world?

Wow! Woodbridge LIFE has been circling the globe with our wandering residents! We will 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.

Charlie and Dorothy Pace in St. George, Utah. The Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is in the background.

Mark and Nydia Victoria, Kathy and Joe Victoria, Rose and Ryan LaBrie in Kauai while on a Hawaiian cruise.

Duane and Genie Becker spent six days on a December Setness Tour called Smoky Mountain Christmas. The tour showcased many interesting stops and activities along the way.

Mike McNamara and Audrey Wuerl enjoyed seeing Uluru (Ayers Rock) during their recent trip to Australia to visit family.

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