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Your Life. Your Community. Your News.

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New Residents Open Yards for Tour

July Residents and their guests are invited to the

LIBERTY PARK GRAND OPENING CEREMONY Saturday, July 23 10 a.m. to about 1:30 p.m. Meet at the Veterans Memorial Plaza in the southeast corner of the new park

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Calendar.. . . . . . . . . . . . Events and Tours.. . . . . Garden Tasks.. . . . . . . . . Groups and Clubs. . . . . . Scene @ the Clubhouse. . Triker’s Travels. . . . . . . . Where in the World.. . . . . Wine 101.. . . . . . . . . . . .

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Seven new residents graciously opened their yards for June’s Eighth Annual Woodbridge Garden Tour. What a great way to meet new neighbors! (Top row L to R): Martha and Gary Connor, Donald and Nancie Ross. (Center row, L to R): LaVell Bock (not pictured, Barbara Bock), Richard Perry. (Bottom row, L to R): David and Julie Ford, Eleanor and James Ennis, Chuck and Liz Harvey. Follow-up story and photos on

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Front Desk Monitors We are happy to welcome two new members to our monitor staff, Emily Whitaker and Daphine Krantz. Emily and Daphine joined our team June 6. We are excited to have them on our team and confident they will do well in their new roles. Emily and Daphine will be working nights and weekends as well as covering shifts for other members of the staff. Emily and Daphine have excellent backgrounds in customer service and are excited about this opportunity to serve the residents of Woodbridge.

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%\ 5DPRQ 5LYHUD uly will be an exciting month for all of Woodbridge. There are many upcoming events/projects the community can look forward to. Reserve Study recommendations will be presented at the board of directors meeting, July 6. Two amenities, the 18-hole putting course and the Fitness Studio, will be the focal point of the presentation. Recommendations will include new putting green surfaces and new flooring for the Fitness Studio. The putting green recommendation was researched and vetted with outstanding professionalism and efficiency. I requested that Mike Spence work with me on this project. Mike has taken part in many successful projects including the painting of the Clubhouse, one of the biggest projects we’ve had to date. I want to thank Mike for his efforts and feel the recommendation will receive positive response. July will also bring the Opening Ceremony for Liberty Park! The new park and its amenities are simply amazing. The Veterans Memorial is such a wonderful concept that fits in perfectly with our community. I stood at the memorial during the turnover walk for the

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5DPRQ 5LYHUD Operations Manager park and was overwhelmed with emotion. The feeling was a mixture of pride, thankfulness and happiness, all in one. As I looked down at the bricks engraved with the names of men and women who have served our country, I thought to myself what an honor and privilege it is for our team to be in charge of keeping the memorial in its best shape for those who have sacrificed so much. The Opening Ceremony event will be held Saturday, July 23. I want to thank everyone involved with the planning of the event. The work group that helped with this event included Roger Cunning, Carol Jo Hargreaves, Jack Dauler and Kimberly Maxwell. The group worked well together and I truly appreciate their efforts. I hope to see all of you at the Opening Ceremony and look forward to seeing everyone enjoying Liberty Park and all it has to offer.

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Beginning this month, the Architectural Review Committee (ARC), consisting of five members of the Woodbridge community, will use this question-answer format to update you regarding all news related to the Design Guidelines. The Design Guidelines provide an overall framework to allow the community to develop and grow in an orderly and cohesive manner. Communication is the key to the success of providing protection of community standards and continuity of the common elements. The following are a few frequently asked questions to get us started: Dear ARChie, When does the ARC meet to review submitted applications? ~ Inquiring Mind Dear Inquiring, The ARC meets every other Tuesday; inspections of completed projects are done on the alternating Tuesdays. ARC approval is required for backyard, front yard and home exteriors. Application forms and Design Guidelines may be found on the Woodbridge Portal at www.ourwoodbridge. net or by requesting them from the front desk at the Clubhouse. The completed application must be submitted by 3 p.m. the Friday before the ARC meeting. In order not to experience a delay in receiving ARC approval, please plan to attend the Tuesday 9 a.m. meeting as there are often questions only the homeowner can answer. Only after your application is approved may you start work on the project. After the approved project is completed, you’ll need to contact the front office to arrange an appointment for the final inspection. A letter of approval will be sent to you from Riverside Management.

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Indoor Pool Deck Cleaning The indoor pool deck cleaning is complete. The project was completed without any setbacks. Concrete by Hallack used highpressure machine scrubbers to remove the build up that has accumulated over several years. The cleaning techniques used were passed on to our maintenance staff for future preventive maintenance that can be done in-house. We extend our appreciation to Concrete by Hallack for a job well done and for passing along techniques that can help our maintenance staff move forward. Freedom Walkway The WOA has received numerous reports of golf carts and unleashed pets on Freedom Walkway. For the safety of all who use the walkway, please keep pets leashed at all times and do not use golf carts on Freedom Walkway. These rules are in place for the safety of all residents and to protect residents from possible liability situations.

Dear ARChie, Can I add walkway and landscape lights to my front yard? ~ Sparky Dear Sparky, Low voltage accent lighting of yard walkways and landscape features can be installed after application and approval by ARC. However, lighting should be used in moderation; the recommended spacing is every six feet. We don’t want any “landing strips� to confuse pilots heading to Stockton Airport. Lighting that may produce excessive glare on adjoining properties will not be approved. Our goal is to be courteous to all of our neighbors. Additional information may be found in the Design Guidelines, Section I G, (page 15). Dear ARChie, My neighbors recently added a family of rabbit statues in their front yard. I was sure the Design Guidelines did not permit statues or artifacts in front yards. Please advise. ~ Bugged by Bunnies Dear Bugged, Although a family of rabbit statues may be cute, it’s clearly stated in the Design Guidelines, “Statues or artifacts are not permitted in front $ 9(5< 9(5< %,* 7+$1. <28 72 5(6,'(17 :$<1( :$5' :+2 yards.� See Appendix E. Sorry, folks. I’d love to place my rabbit statues for %5,1*6 86 7+( 0267 '(&$'(17 9$5,(7< 2) &+2&2/$7(6 all to see. However, they will live the remainder of their lives enjoying the backyard.

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From the Boardroom By Roger Cunning, vice president of the Woodbridge Owners Association

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ollowing many unforeseen delays, Liberty Park is now firmly part of the Woodbridge Owners Association. We’ll have a Grand Opening ceremony, Saturday, July 23, but you may wander freely throughout the park once the fencing is removed. This is a large park and it’s quite beautiful. It’s also extremely functional as it provides a significant basin to collect rainwater runoff during storms. Please plan to attend our Grand Opening, July 23. By now you should have received a package in your mail containing a self-nominating form that you should use to nominate yourself to the one position on the board of directors that will be vacated soon by Pulte, the developer. Please give this self-nomination serious consideration. Serving our community for a three-year term might be something that’s a perfect fit for you. Most folks will find it a rewarding experience knowing they participated in helping to enhance our community, even if just for a few short years. In August, there will be an informal “Meet the Candidates” night. Then, in September, the candidates will be invited to participate in a formally moderated Q&A “Candidate Forum.” Both of these events will be enlightening and likely help determine how you will eventually cast your ballot. All Woodbridge homeowners should receive their ballot about the same date as the Candidate Forum and be afforded a month to vote and return their ballot. Results will be announced during the Annual Members Meeting, Wednesday, October 12. You’re invited to attend our next board meeting, Wednesday, July 6, at 4 p.m. We hope you can attend.

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Thank You, Dodie By Carol Jo Hargreaves

Dodie Miller has been part of the Woodbridge LIFE team since the newspaper’s inception in October 2011. Her duties as Activities Director formed the heart of the community’s monthly paper and helped achieve its goal of enhancing the lives of all residents. Dodie wrote a monthly activities column, compiled the calendar, described and encouraged us to attend upcoming events and tours and led the Lifestyle Committee. She made sure everyone knew what was coming up and helped prepare a retrospective look at what we had done the month before. Dodie moved to Woodbridge in January 2007. She acquired experience planning conventions and events through her employment with Diamond Foods and became our fledgling community’s first Activities Director, hired by former executive director Les Hicks. Dodie served Woodbridge for more than nine years. She was known to go beyond the call of duty, often spending 60 to 70 hours a week planning activities and coordinating events. She said, “I love to see people having a great time.” Dodie not only formed the heart of this newspaper, she also formed the heart of the Woodbridge community. She coordinated every event, even those primarily sponsored by one of the many groups or clubs within the community. With the help of office staff and Lifestyle Committee members, Dodie scheduled activities and events, created, printed, sold and tracked

distribution of tickets, developed and printed promotional flyers, and decorated, planned refreshments and served as hostess for most events. She handled rental use of the Clubhouse, was responsible for tracking the groups’ and clubs’ finances, for issuing reimbursements to residents for additional expenses and for making regular reports to the WOA board. Through her job, Dodie met many people, made countless friends and was inspired to plan new and different events based on resident interest and/or request. Some events were small and intimate (like the recent Bay Area Strings quartet) and others - like Valentine’s Day Dances and Happy Hours - were enjoyed by huge groups of residents. Dodie’s goal was to keep event costs reasonable so people could afford to attend. She took personal interest in planning and participating in the annual Walk-a-Thon for breast cancer each fall and encouraged a large crowd to turn out for this American Cancer Society fundraiser, where she walked side-by-side with other residents and was particularly moved by the release of pink balloons at the conclusion of the event. As evidenced by postings on social media, Dodie’s role as Activities Director was appreciated. Many residents applauded her skillful planning of varied, interesting and fun activities, her tireless effort, long hours, loyalty and dedication to the community. Thank you, Dodie, for all you have done for the community and for Woodbridge LIFE. I look forward to getting to know you in your new role as a Woodbridge resident!

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DENISE’S FARMERS’ MARKET – Every Wednesday WOODBRIDGE SINGERS & DANCERS (7/6, 7/13, 7/20 and 7/27) from 5 to SPRING 6:30 CONCERT – May 2 @ 6:30 p.m. and May 3 @ 2 to p.m. p.m. Denise will bring her Farmers’ Market and 6:30 p.m. – “The Lullaby of Broadwayâ€? is the you. Each Wednesday you can purchase fresh, WKHPH IRU WKLV \HDU¡V FRQFHUW ,QFOXGHG ZLOO EH VKRZ local vegetables, fruits and snacks right in the tunes, choreographed dancers and tap dancers, a Clubhouse parking lot. and guitar players, actors, concert pianist, harmonica soloists, a big choral group and sing-along songs.

40th ANNIVERSARY RETROSPECTIVE Tickets are $2 per person at the front desk.CHOWCHILLA KIDNAPPING - Thursday, July 7 MURPHYS WINE WALK –retired Wednesday and Thursday, @ 2 p.m. – Bob Hinkley, Alameda County May 4 and 5. The 18-passenger wine bus will leave Criminalist, and Jack Little, retired Alameda County the Clubhouse at 9:30 a.m. both days and will arrive Deputy Sheriff, will share an insider’s perspective in Murphys at 11 a.m. Wine tasting will begin at Val on the infamous case of the “Chowchilla GX 9LQR :LQHU\ ZKHUH \RX ZLOO EH GURSSHG RÓ˝ WKHQ Kidnapping.â€? us for behind scene look. Lavender RidgeJoin Winery withawine and the cheese tasting No Sign up stop at the is part andcharge. lunch. The third is front Hoveydesk. WineryThis which of the Women of Woodbridge Speaker Series. features wine tasting and shopping. The bus will leave at 4 p.m. for the ride back to Woodbridge. Cost is $45AND per person, which includes the tours,July bus12 ride, WINE CHEESE SOCIAL – Tuesday, @ driver gratuity and lunch. 5:30 p.m. - Meet your neighbors and get to know

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Thursday, 21 @ 5 BAND p.m. ––Steve’s Mobile THE RUSTYJuly ROCKERS Wednesday, May 18 Sunscreens is hosting “Tacos and Margaritasâ€? @ 6 p.m. - This award-winning band plays old-time– doesn’t get any better. Thanks, Steve! Join us in URFN Q¡ UROO DQG FODVVLF FRXQWU\ PXVLF <RX PD\ EULQJ your of choice and snacks. Tickets areup $6at the the beverage Multipurpose Room. No charge. Sign per person and available at the front desk. front desk. DRAMA GROUP PLAY – Thursday, May 19 @ LIBERTY PARK GRAND OPENING - Saturday, July 6:30 p.m. and Sunday Matinee, May 22 @ 2 p.m. 23 Wednesday, @ 10 a.m. –May Please out and celebrate and 25 @come 6:30 p.m. – “Trouble at the long-awaited grand opening of Liberty Manteca Junction.â€? Tickets are $5 per person. Park. Opening ceremony begins at 10 a.m., followed by GOLF TOURNAMENT May to food PUTTING and a concert at noon. We– Saturday, look forward 21 @ 1:30 p.m. The golf putting tournaments seeing you! No fee. are limited to 72 players. You may form your own foursome or be assigned to one. Check-in is at 1:30 GOLF PUTTING TOURNAMENT – Saturday, July p.m. and play starts at 2 p.m. Results and social 23 @on 4 p.m. – Calling golfers! Weofare looking follow the patio. Bringall your beverage choice and foursomes. Bring three friends or join anfor appetizer to share. Entry feeof is your $5. CASH ONLY.

a foursome. Check in is 3:30 p.m. Tee time is BAY AREA STRINGS TRIO Monday, Stay May 23 6 4 p.m. Entry fee is $5 per–person. for@the p.m. - A classical concert with widepatio. varietyBring of music. results and share snacks ona the the Tickets are $8 per person. beverage of your choice and an appetizer to share!

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For we celebrate this country’s independence. $5 you will decorate and take home not one, not two, but three cookies. The class will be held Tuesday, July 5, at 1:15 p.m. A schedule of all non-“Christmas in July” events is as follows: Thursday, July 7, our own Artists and Crafters president, Nedra Ball, will be teaching a class on the YOYO Christmas Tree. The class begins at 12:30 • Mondays, July 11, 18 and 25, at 12:30 p.m., the china painters gather. p.m. and costs only $1. You will find the sign-up sheet and the materials list on the yellow communications board at the entry to the Westport Room. • Monday, July 11, at 9 a.m., the Prayer Bear Workshop will be held and Following quickly on Nedra’s heels is Margo Flannigan’s watercolor class. Monday, July 18, the pediatric comfort doll workshop will take place. This month the painting is a Christmas Tree and Stained Glass Window. This class will be held Friday, July 8, at 12:30 p.m. You will find the sign-up • Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19 and 26, at 9:30 a.m., the oil painters use the sheet and the materials list on the yellow communications board at the entry room. to the Westport Room. • Wednesdays, July 6, 13 and 27, the paper crafters arrive at 9 a.m. and Not to be forgotten is the HIDDEN TALENT SHOW Saturday, July 9. free time for painters begins at 1 p.m. the same days. Please refer to page 11 for details. Second week, same as the first. (NOT REALLY!) • Thursdays, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, find the knitters and crocheters in This week begins with Eileen Hill teaching us how to make Plaster of the room at 10 a.m. Paris Christmas Trees. Eileen says if her third graders can do it, so can we. I’m taking her at her word. You will find the sign-up sheet and the materials • Friday, July 15, at 9 a.m. is UFO. list on the yellow communications board at the entry to the Westport Room. This class will be Tuesday, July 12, beginning at 12:30 p.m. and cost is $7. We are excited about the class being held Thursday, July 14, as Quilters Hollow out of Stockton will teach it. The class begins at 12:30 p.m. and is a Fold & Stitch Wreath. As of now, the class is FULL. Margo Flanagan is back with us Tuesday, July 19, at 1 p.m. with a Painted Candle class. Class costs $1. You will find the sign-up sheet and the materials list on the yellow communications board at the entry to the page 9 Westport Room. %\ 0DULH (YDQV Debbie Cosetto and Betty Grandt are sharing their paper crafting and card making expertise with us Wednesday, July 20, at 9 a.m. For $10 you will make and take four different style Christmas cards. You will find the sign-up sheet and the materials list on the yellow communications board at ven though the Readers of time in cinematic history - a bit the entry to the Westport Room. group was unexpectedly of scandal, lots of ‘love’ and passion, Wine Bottle Bags is the project Thursday, July 21, at 12:30 p.m. Lorna rerouted to the a soap opera in many ways. How Powell will lead this class at a cost of only $1. You will find the sign-up sheet Multipurpose Room, we had a nice could the story fail with a ‘biggerand the materials list on the yellow communications board at the entry to turnout for our discussion of ALL than-life’ male central character like the Westport Room. THE STARS IN THE HEAVENS Clark Gable in his prime? Certainly The final week of July brings us: by Adriana Trigiani and presented it was a large and enjoyable step Connie Reed is teaching a class Thursday, July 28, at 12:30 p.m. Choose by Kim Jackson. We had a great away from Central California and one of three designs to create your own pair of Christmas earrings for only discussion and everyone enjoyed the real life, although I doubt most of $10. You will find the sign-up sheet and the materials list on the yellow book on one level or another. us would want to live it. Thank communications board at the entry to the Westport Room. The story is woven around you, Kim for this peek into the Kathy Dezotte and her Doodlebug project round out the month. On Hollywood in the years during Hollywood of the past. Friday, July 29, at 10 a.m. the class will doodlebug a Christmas ornament. WWII and just before. The central In June we are reading THE You will find the sign-up sheet and the materials list on the yellow female character is Loretta Young ACCIDENTAL TOURIST by Anne communications board at the entry to the Westport Room. and most of the story centered on Tyler, which will be discussed at Do you see a pattern here? 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f you enjoyed the 1940s Radio and Dinner show last October, you will want to come to the 1920s Speakeasy and Dinner show in the works for this October by the Women of Woodbridge. We are still in the planning stages, need more help and are asking the ladies of Woodbridge to volunteer some time for this effort to come to fruition. Help is needed for decorating, serving and hostessing tables. This will be a successive two-day event, October 18 and 19. We will have 16 or 17 tables each night, elegantly dressed and appointed with glassware, silverware and dinnerware. No skimping on the décor! Please contact Birdie Nieri if you are available to help with any of these tasks on either or both days. There will not be any WOW meetings until September to remind ladies their help is needed. We would like to have most of this wrapped up soon so the summer hiatus is enjoyed by all WOW.

This charity event will benefit the Haven of Peace Women’s Shelter. We have done many fundraisers for them in the past and we are eager to once again help support their caring facility. Elizabeth and Roger Cunning will be instrumental in the entertainment aspect with dancing, music and skits. The talent in our community is amazing and we are proud to showcase it under the direction of Elizabeth and her crew. The dinner menu has been created by Mark Angelo, the Retro Chef. He will, once again, amaze us with a menu fitting of a 1920s speakeasy. He has created menus for Woodbridge many times and does not disappoint. I’m sure we’ll love it. Ladies, if you can help, give me a call or email me at the numbers in the Community Directory. It is very rewarding to be part of the spectacular events we create, so don’t be shy. We really need your abilities.

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he wine was sipped and the food was tasted. A consensus was made. All aspects of the Take a Sip for Scholarship were outstanding. The evening was well received by all who attended. The charity event raised funds for scholarships for our local high schools and also for the be.tech course graduates. This is the biggest event of the year that Women of Woodbridge sponsors and one of the most rewarding for all who give of their time and energy. Women of Woodbridge starts planning this event a year in advance, beginning with exit meetings to discuss what worked well and what could be improved upon or changed. At the helm of this event were Marybeth Saari and Jean Benner (food) with chairwomen Linda Checchi (decorations), Fran Hutchings (wineries) and Luan Bland (raffles) to manage their aspects of the event. The team is well equipped to handle any and all situations as demonstrated by the repeated success of this event. The be.tech school students did a fantastic job of demonstrating their cooking skills and knowledge. The students made their own sausage and stuffed it into casings before cooking onsite. The Cajun-themed menu was varied and delicious and it is reported that 1,700 beignets were served and consumed during the two hours of celebration. Selected menu items were: fish puffs, skewered chicken, shrimp, muffeletta, gumbo, Bananas Foster, bread pudding, pralines, red beans and rice, pancakes with creole sauce and vegetable and fruit platters. No one would walk away hungry. The décor had a giant masquerade

mask attached to the mirrored wall and towering centerpiece in black and Mardi Gras colored panels with jazz player stand-ups throughout the room. The dessert room across the hall held a jazz trio entertaining us as we had sweets to top off the food rounds. A big applause to the Women of Woodbridge for the successful event! We look forward to next year when new surprises will be unveiled and introduced. If you’d like to be part of the planning, attend a WOW meeting to become involved. All Woodbridge women are encouraged to join us at any time.

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f you missed the Memorial Day Concert at the Clubhouse, you missed a great patriotic program honoring Woodbridge veterans and all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our daily freedoms. Our own Major General (R) Eldon Regua gave an inspiring speech about U.S. history and military presence around the world. The audience sang along with great gusto to many patriotic favorites played by the ukuleles. Young and old hula students of Mary Saunders performed a reverent depiction of the song, “America, the Beautiful.” Also, there were plenty of goose bumps in the audience when the hula dancers performed with the ukuleles to the song, “We the Children of America” that describes children singing their prayers to their parents in the military. The Strummin’ Wonders Ukulele Band surely presented their best concert yet with lots of

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variety. You may have missed the concert but you can catch a glimpse of the program video in the Photo Gallery on the Woodbridge Portal. Make sure you attend next Memorial Day or maybe you’d like to join in! Hula practices are held every Sunday at 3:30 p.m. and the Strummin’ Wonders rehearse every Monday at 2 p.m.

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Houston resident Jim Peterson is visiting his sister-in-law Barbara Stevenson to get away from recent Texas rains. Jim found WiFi in the Clubhouse library easy to use. It was his 75th birthday, so I encouraged him to get his family to take him to Ernie’s for dinner.

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Jim Schrimp used a five-pound weight to stretch his “new knee” in hopes of returning to the softball field at 100 per cent next season. Jim moved to Woodbridge about eight years ago, after living on the East Coast, in Livermore, Oakdale and Manteca. Carmela Hickey plays Solitaire on her tablet to make exercise time pass quickly. Carmela and her husband Terry relocated to Woodbridge a little over five years ago. Upon her mother’s death, Carmela and Terry moved in with her father who will turn 90 years old in August.

Lupe Montoya works out on the elliptical and stationary bikes and in the pool three or four times a week to keep her knees healthy. Lupe has lived in Woodbridge about six months.

This table of Five Deck Canasta players includes (L to R) Judy Simpson (coordinator), Sally Murray, Bev McFetridge, Phyllis McDonald (not shown) and Polly Smith.

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familiarize yourself with perennials or shrubs for shade. I have several of the Taylor’s Guides and they’re really useful. Be aware that some of the new introductions from growers like Monrovia or Proven Winners may not be included in the earlier Taylor’s Guides. When we were in Ashland, Oregon, last month, I was able to bring a few newer perennials down that I was not familiar with and they’re all doing well. It’s not that we’re in the same climate zone but I saw the same plant at Alden Lane this week so obviously it was a good choice for our area! July is a good month to assess your plants to see if any fertilizer is needed. Fertilize your camellias as they are getting ready to set blooms for the fall or 'RXEOH 'HOLJKW D K\EULG WHD URVH LV D IUDJUDQW IDYRULWH ,W winter. If you are having issues with aphids, try to rinse them off with water before using a chemical. One of my rose bushes was getting aphids and the FDQ EH DIIHFWHG E\ +RSOLD EHHWOHV LQ $SULO DQG 0D\ stream of water did the trick. Fertilize roses now. Continue to pick or cut off spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Your fruit is probably ripening this month. Make sure you pick the fruit while it’s ripe or just before ripening and don’t let the fruit drop on the ground because it will draw yellow jackets and rodents. It’s good to wrap tree trunks with a sticky tape to control ants. Tomatoes will not set fruit with our hotter weather. I believe, because tomatoes are self-pollenating, the pollen becomes unviable. Humidity can also play a part in not setting fruit, too. So don’t worry about your tomatoes being diseased – they’re not. If you have conifers in your yard, do not prune them in the summer as this invites beetles and puts stress on your trees. The best time to prune conifers is in the cool fall season. Thanks to the many folks who opened their yards up for the Del Webb Garden Tour this year! The tour committee did an excellent job of organizing and planning. It really is a labor of love to participate in the Garden Tour and I’d encourage those of you who have been around for a few years to consider participating next year.

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n July all of the softball games are removed from the schedule to give time for players and other people involved to do other things—like avoid the heat. It seems reasonable to me that we should have some kind of guidelines for current and future players to follow during this free time. Here is a list of strong suggestions for us: 1. Take your vacations now. It is not allowed during the regular season of games at the threat of withholding pay from the large contracts. Your only other option is January 7-9. 2. For players who are available only for the Saturday games, quit your week-day jobs. Where are your priorities? 3. Take advantage of the spas in the Clubhouse and soak those weary and aching muscles. You’re getting older, you know. 4. Avoid any use of alcohol or tobacco products. Your bleary eyes hinder clear sight to hit the ball and your heavy breathing makes it difficult to run the bases. 5. Bring your athletic resume up-to-date. Add up all of those extra-base hits with your batting average and put it in bold font (red even). And for complete credibility, don’t forget to include your fielding percentage. 6. Get realistic! Come on. You aren’t what you once were and can’t do what you once did. As some sage wrote, “Out of snow you can’t make cheesecake.� 7. Figure out a way to bribe the umpires, like offer to buy them new glasses or a white cane. 8.

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9. Partying with non-family members may lead to a suspension to start the new season. 10. Oh, yeah! Almost forgot—have a good time.

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ey, batter, batter, swing!” “Good eye, good eye!” “Run, Grandpa, run!” Huh? Grandpa? Ok, you’ve heard the first two sayings many, many times, but at Woodbridge, the players are just a little older than MLB players. And unlike MLB stadiums, the fans in our stands are neighbors and families of the players. That’s why it is so much fun to watch Woodbridge games. The teasing, bantering and heckling are top notch! Now, if you are a little reticent to attend softball games because you don’t know the newest and coolest fan phrases, don’t worry. There are plenty to pick and choose from — all within earshot and all in fun! If you’re near the dugouts, you will hear encouraging sounds from the batting team’s players…”Ok, let’s get something going here!” “Yeah! Keep it going!” “Get in the space. Make it happen. You’re on our team now!” “Beautiful!” “Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh!” “Bring him home!” “Alright, pick out your pitch!” Sometimes you can hear the defensive players’ encouraging words… “Great pitch, do it again!” “Caught him looking!” “3rd, 3rd, 3rd!” “Way to show ‘em!” “Keep it going!” “You got him, you got him, you got him!” Players waiting for their team to play the next game are also encouraging: “Hold it at the base!” “That’s gonna’ fall!” “Clear the bases before John comes up!” “That’s just a long strike!” “Strike him out, and I’ll buy you a burrito!” “Picked him up and laid him down; that is so sad!” “Hey, look at

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To report suspicious activities and situations, crimes in progress or possible terrorist activities, simply: • Dial 9-1-1 or call the Manteca Police Department. DO NOT call the Clubhouse front desk. • Tell the call taker exactly what happened and the exact location • Provide a detailed description of individuals or vehicles By Judy McNamara • Remain on the phone and stay calm s homeowners living in Woodbridge, • Be prepared to answer follow-up questions we are the eyes and ears of the Bob Hall is commander of the Woodbridge Neighborhood Watch Program community for any suspicious and Richard Ferreira is coordinator of the Block Captains. Ray Warner is his activity. assistant and helps dispense information to Block Captains. Suspicious activity is anything that feels Block captains act as liaison with the Neighborhood Watch Program and uncomfortable or looks out of place in the law enforcement agency and their respective neighborhood block area. Block -XG\ 0F1DPDUD community. This can refer to any incident, captains help maintain communication among neighbors and coordinators event, individual or activity that seems by emailing, texting, telephone calls or unusual or out of context within Woodbridge. We are the important and meetings as needed. See page 27 essential component in protecting our community. There are obvious benefits for having Neighborhood Watch such as: • Crime reduction • A better quality of life • A greater sense of security, responsibility and personal control • Building community pride and unity • Preparing to help ourselves and others in our community • Providing law enforcement agencies with volunteer support year round • Becoming the extra “eyes and ears” of law enforcement personnel and therefore reducing law enforcement’s burden. There are four general categories to consider when reporting: 1. Suspicious activities 2. People and vehicles 3. Illegal activities 4. Unusual events or incidents, Neighborhood Watch Commander, Bob Hall, far right, and new block captains. dangerous situations

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Remember, Tuesday, August 2, is National Night Out. It’s a social time where neighbors gather to get to know one another. City personnel will visit any %\ -XG\ 0F1DPDUD neighborhood gathering, but whoever is hosting or in charge of their block needs to register with the city of Manteca. For information and ideas, log on to National Night Out. Many of you may not know the guard house at the entrance to our community houses medical equipment including walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, canes and commodes. These are all on loan and donations are accepted. Contact Bob Hall for more information. Neighborhood Watch also offers many suggestions for residents’ well-being such as the Vial of Life, resident car decals, Emergency House Key program and others. Last, but not least, a big thank you to Bob and Rich and to the many volunteers in the Neighborhood Watch Program. Your service is of great value to our community.

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Bastille Day in Paris: July 1949 By Jean Kavale

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ach man has two homelands—his own and France.”—Thomas Jefferson July is an especially patriotic month for the citizens of two countries — the United States and France. That’s when both countries celebrate their freedom and independence, each in its own unique way. The bond between our two countries goes as far back as the War of Independence, when France helped America by giving us both military and financial aid. This was especially true when combined French and American forces captured Yorktown in 1781, thus forcing the British to negotiate peace and recognize American independence. In France, the fight for freedom began July 14, 1789, when a group of downtrodden French citizens stormed the Bastille, a fortress-like prison in Paris. Its inmates were often political prisoners whose only crime was displeasing the monarchy in some way. The protesters were also angry because the nobility were protected from taxation, whereas the lower classes were burdened by it. Many homes of the nobility in Paris were destroyed by these angry mobs. Louis XVI and his wife Marie Antoinette escaped to Versailles. The French Revolution began, and it joyfully ended with the demise of an oppressive monarchy and the beginning of a free republic. On July 14 every year – except during World War II, when the Germans occupied the city — Paris commemorates the storming of the Bastille with a majestic military parade down the Champs-Élysées. I happened to be living in Paris with my parents when the biggest parade since the beginning of the war was held July 14, 1949. The festivities actually began the preceding evening,

when people were already celebrating. Lanterns and French flags hung on apartment balconies and from windows, and people gathered at corner cafes to hear lively accordion music being played. They even danced in the streets. At seven o’clock, columns of Paris police and Republican Guards marched to the Arc de Triomphe, where they laid a wreath on France’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. A big event for me the next morning was watching the Bastille Day parade as it traveled down the ChampsÉlysées. In my diary I wrote that I especially admired the Moroccan troops. They were dressed in white turbans and capes, and they blew trumpets as they rode by on -XG\ 0F1DPDUD horseback. It was like a scene from a movie. Morocco was still a French protectorate in those days, although it became independent in 1956. Regiments of French soldiers in dress uniforms marched by or clopped by on horses, their silver helmets shining as brightly as the sun. Some rode in tanks or other military vehicles. French sailors in bright white caps also took part in the parade. Like most of the spectators, I looked up at the sky when French military planes roared overhead. It was a tremendous sight to see, especially for the French. The superior German forces crushed their military in 1940, but on this day they could be very proud of their own military might. Bastille Day events continued in the evening with even more dancing in the streets than the night before, as well as colorful fireworks cascading in the darkened sky. For me, it had been an unforgettable day and evening.

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Brothers and Sisters Norman Rockwell’s painting “Family Tree” appeared on the cover of the October 24, 1959, edition of Saturday Evening Post. It seems fitting, in this Rockwellinspired community, that a series featuring brothers, sisters, cousins and other family members who reside in Woodbridge be accompanied by Rockwell’s painting. At the inception of this project, we didn’t know how deep family ties go in Woodbridge and were thrilled with the overwhelming response to our idea. It will take several editions to include all participants. Thanks to everyone who took part!

Sisters’ roots go back to Gold Rush days Submitted by Sharyl Burgeson

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usan and Judy Sullivan moved to Woodbridge in 2008 from the Los Angeles suburb of Torrance. They lived the majority of their lives in Southern California. They are both California natives with two greatgrandfathers who came to California for the Gold Rush. Their grandparents survived the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and fire but lost everything except what they could carry. Susan enjoys sewing, knitting and gardening. She belongs to two sewing groups including Haute Couture Société® in Stockton and Central Valley Wearable Art. Susan worked in office administration for Northrop Grumman and Toyota Motor Sales. When her father needed care, Susan started a home-based business sewing professionally for interior designers in Los Angeles. She made mostly pillows, cushions, bedding and window treatments. Judy worked for 34 years as a federal government employee and retired in 2005. Judy enjoys using the Fitness Center and Walking Track in the Clubhouse. She is a member of the Manteca Garden Club. She also enjoys knitting, weaving and gardening. Judy is nine years older than Susan, so the two were practically raised as only children while growing up. Judy is often mistaken for Susan’s mother but that is quickly corrected. Susan was in the Clubhouse when she passed a woman wearing a T-shirt with “Torrance YMCA” on the front. The woman was Dar Choate. Dar had been a resident of Torrance for over 30 years and lived just a quarter of a mile from Susan and Judy. In a subsequent conversation, Susan learned that Dar’s son had been the two sisters’ paperboy back in the 1960s. Now, Susan, Judy and Dar are once again living just a quarter of a mile from each other. The Sullivans love living in Woodbridge. They are very thankful for their wonderful neighbors and friends in the Del Webb community.

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huck Harvey feels blessed to have his only sister, Robin Abacherli and brother-in-law David, living in Woodbridge. Growing up in the midst of family turmoil and traumatic events, Chuck found it “hard to stay connected with my family” in his adult years. He retreated into his own life of college, collegiate sports where he lettered in water polo and swimming and marriage to Liz. Chuck and Robin’s father’s failing health (their mother had passed away years earlier) and need to care for him in his final year brought the siblings back together. This illness created a bond which both affirm “will never break again.” Chuck and Liz and Robin and David cared for their father in Union City full time. They continued by assisting Hospice for their dad’s final month. Their dad’s estate and generosity allowed Chuck to “follow his dream of living at Woodbridge.” He already had close friends who had moved to Woodbridge from the Bay Area (Jon Ford, a softball cohort for two decades, and Mike Machado, a buddy who started making wine with Jon and Chuck in 2000). Robin, meanwhile, was able to help with the financing of her son and daughter-in-law’s home being built in Mountain House, north of Tracy, and to save for her needs. In addition to his friends, Chuck and Liz chose Woodbridge because of its lifestyle and proximity to their interests. He joked that he surprised his two friends by “completing our purchase and building our home without their knowledge.” He further surprised them with “a party at our new home the day we got our keys.” Robin and Dave visited Chuck during his building process where they viewed the floor plan, lot and “many wonderful amenities at Woodbridge.” They were ready. Robin had “fallen in love with this place” and the couple was now expecting Robin’s first grandchild in nearby Mountain House. Ironically, the lot Robin and Dave picked was Chuck’s second choice if he didn’t get his first-choice lot. Big brother Chuck helped Robin and Dave through the stresses of buying a new home, making the design/upgrade decisions, selling their Hayward home and moving. Chuck’s interests include Wine 101 (he helps Jon Ford), dance parties, fitness center, lap swimming, golf, food, music and camping. Robin’s interests include the fitness center, outdoor pool, wine tasting and “treasured times of camping and traveling with her brother.” It should be noted that camping includes both Chuck and Robin’s taking their respective RVs and heading one of two places, the Coast or Wine Country, whether it be northern, central or southern. Chuck concluded, “As Robin and Dave transition from full-time work to more free time, we will be able to share many glorious moments and memories together and with our families.” Robin ended simply with “Love my brother! §"

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nine months after relocating Hill. served us water, fresh We were seated right from awayMorgan and someone Frank grew up in the Bay Area and graduated from James Logan High bread and the garlic/olive oil dip. The server took our drink orders. School where he and Jackie met. Jackie was originally from Porterville before We ordered raspberry icedhigh tea school and a sweethearts glass of Chianti Riserva that coming to UnionaCity. They were and can brag about had a nice aroma and taste. Their wine list shows a vast selection of celebrating their 43rd wedding anniversary. whitereceived and redhis wines Italy andhis Northern California. you bring Frank love from of music from parents who both sangIfand played filling the theircorkage house with music. yourguitars, own bottle, fee is $15. His interest is not only country music, but also the oldies songs with which he grew up. A vast number of They serve appetizers and Perez a soup of the day. Frank’s songs are seven posteddifferent on YouTube under Frank where you willWe find orderedfrom Prawns with jumbo and prawns perfectly in garlic, everything rock Pesto and roll to country to many of the sautéed old slow songs white winefrom andthe pesto Tender prawns were very wellscreen balanced we remember ‘50s,sauce. ‘60s and ‘70s. The visuals, using green technology forsauce backgrounds, are delicious. enchanting and fit right into the songs. with the and tasted After being in the Army as a Personnel Specialist from 1972 to 1975, Frank have acareer variety of the salads make a meal While by adding beganThey his 31-year with Sanyou Josecan Water Company. he worked chicken, salmon, jumbo prawns or New York steak. We each ordered there, he also did some solo-performing “gigs” and some DJ work. the house saladretired madeafter withworking organicfor spring mix, Jackie kalamata olives Both Frank green and Jackie 31 years. worked as a social worker, after graduating from Cal State University, Hayward. Frank owns seven guitars including two electric and five acoustic. His See page 36 favorites to play are his “Ovation” guitars made popular by Glen Campbell,

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Eddie Rabbit and other artists. Frank says he was “semi-professional” years ago as he actually had a business card and made some money at playing small gigs. He also volunteered to do monthly shows for a senior center and an adult day care before moving to Woodbridge. Now, once a month, he and Elizabeth Cunning go to the Commons to sing. Besides his music, Frank does volunteer work with Men of Woodbridge on the Adopt a Highway Program and also plays softball on the Blues Brothers team. Check out his YouTube videos under Frank Perez. One to bring back memories of sock hop days is “Tutti Fruitti” and another one, “Itchy Twitchy Feelin’.” There are also many nostalgic slow songs. We are so lucky to have Frank’s talent at Woodbridge. Can we talk you into a Happy Hour gig, Frank, or maybe a special one-night show with your music and the green screen visuals?

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Jeannie and Molly Grinsell enjoy life together By Jean Kavale

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eannie Grinsell was born during World War II, the worldwide conflict that touched every American family in some way. Her dad joined the U.S. Navy and completed officer training in Omaha, where Jeannie was born. After being sent to the navy base in San Diego, he served at sea on an aircraft carrier, where he defended his country as a radar specialist. Jeannie, her older brother and her mother stayed in San Diego. After the war, the family settled in Redwood City, where Jeannie finished high school. She earned a bachelor’s degree from San Jose State, plus credentials in elementary school teaching and speech therapy. During the middle of her four years there, she began dating Joe Grinsell, a Santa Clara University student. They were married in Redwood City soon after Jeannie’s 1963 graduation. Joe planned to become a doctor, so the couple lived first in Wisconsin, where he completed medical school and where daughter Colleen was born. He finished his internship and residency in San Francisco. The Vietnam War was raging then, and doctors who had completed residency were required to serve in the military. Joe became an officer in the U.S. Air Force. The family moved to a Strategic Air Command base in Arkansas, where Molly was born, then to Travis Air Force Base and finally to a base in Japan. Jeannie liked being in Asia. “Kyoto was my favorite city,” she says. While Joe was treating wounded soldiers, she studied oil painting and played bridge. Together, they went to dances at the officers’ club. Before his tour of duty was over, they made trips to India, the Philippines and Taiwan. Their son Patrick was born in Japan, and it’s where they bought their first home. “It was a WWII quonset hut that we bought for $900 and sold two years later for $1100,” Jeannie says. When Joe’s military service ended, they returned to Wisconsin, where he completed a residency program in radiology. The couple moved 11 times in their first 12 years of marriage, but settled down in Modesto. Here Joe had a very successful medical practice, and Jeannie volunteered in many organizations to raise money. She also did some teaching. They lived on a small ranch, or ranchette, and the whole family loved it. “We had four horses, two dogs and two cats,” says Jeannie. Molly was quite active in high school and especially liked cheerleading. After graduating, she attended the University of Santa Barbara, earning a degree in environmental studies. In Modesto, life went along idyllically until November 1999, which ushered in months of worry for Jeannie. A 21-year-old girl with a drug problem and no car insurance crashed into the car Molly was driving, pushing it off highway 205. The girl then ran from the scene but was later found in Turlock. Molly woke up several weeks after a helicopter brought her to the hospital, and for weeks it was touch and go. She was in intensive care for a long time and then had therapy to learn how to eat and walk again. She couldn’t move her left side for almost a year. Needless to say, everyone was relieved that beautiful Molly not only survived but made good progress. Says Jeannie, “I didn’t want to go to court and punish the girl who caused the accident, so the district attorney dropped the hit-andrun felony. I wrote a letter explaining how the girl changed not only Molly’s life

Jeannie and Molly Grinsell with their Bichon, “Bogart.”

forever but also that of our family, and I requested that she be entered into a drug program.” Another heartache for the family occurred in 2006, when Joe became ill and suddenly passed away. Jeannie and Molly knew the ranchette was too big for them, so they moved to Woodbridge. It was a good choice. They feel lucky to have many friends here and to enjoy numerous activities. Another plus is that the other children live nearby. “I love visiting Colleen and her three wonderful children. Visiting my son Patrick and his wife and baby is also fun,” Jeannie says. The “baby” is their big dog, half Malamute and half wolf. “He’s a gentle giant,” Molly adds. Jeannie and Molly love dogs. Their 14-year-old Bichon died in May, but soon afterward, they adopted another Bichon. His previous owner had Parkinson’s and walked with a shuffle, so when Molly—who has a slow gait—took Bogart for his first walk, he knew he should move slowly for her. “This connection brought tears to my eyes and an immediate bond for the three of us,” says Jeannie. This delightful mother and daughter team have good times together. They like seeing shows at Gallo Center, dining in local restaurants, traveling and spending time in their second home at Lake Tahoe. After Jeannie looks back at her marriage to Joe and all the interesting experiences she’s had over the years, she says with certainty, “I’ve had a marvelous life.”

Residents fare well in art contest By Sharyl Burgeson

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ine Woodbridge residents entered Lathrop’s 23rd Annual Mayor’s Art Show and Sale in May and five received ribbons. Artists included Patti Barnhart, “Woman Painting a Bowl,” Honorable Mention, oil and acrylic, “Fairy Garden,” oil and acrylic and “White Roses,” pastel; Kathy Comden, “The Wrangler,” Honorable Mention, “Market Lady” and “Joy Ride,” all watercolors. Margo Flanagan, “Ella,” pastel and “Nona’s Copper Cooking Pot,” watercolor; George Moffat, “The Redwoods,” oil and acrylic and Marge Nelson, “Welcome” and “Going to the Festa,” both oil and acrylics. Bonnie Pater, “Fall Harvest,” oil and acrylic; Connie Reed, “Precious,” Sponsor Award, and “Room Mates,” both oil and acrylic; Elaine Ricard, “Monet Garden,” Third Place, “Autumn in Montreal” and “French Winery,” all watercolor; Elaine Sack, “Louie,” Sponsor Award, pastel and “Georgia’s Flowers,” watercolor. The show attracted 75 artists who submitted 164 entries. Joy Bertinuson, instructor at American River College and California State University, Sacramento, judged the show.

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Keeping Our Pets and the Woodbridge Community Safe By Charm Mathis

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am sure many of us read about a “Pet Registration Form” in the June edition of Woodbridge LIFE. This form was created by Woodbridge pet owners to keep our pets safe and to return them home safely should they get lost. Through the years, the form and binder have been forgotten about and neither has been updated for several years. When I first moved to Woodbridge in December 2013, my two four-legged girls, Hazel and Haley Rose, and I quickly fell in step of having daily walks. Like so many other residents in this wonderful community, we were excited to be living here. On July 31, 2014, my girls and I were out for an early evening walk along the walking path of Abbey Mist and Steeple Run. My girls were on their leashes and while I was talking with a resident, another dog came running up out of nowhere, off leash, and attacked both of my dogs. I did not stay around. I immediately took my girls to the emergency vet in Modesto, where each had to have several stitches. What I learned from this experience was that there was no community protocol for dog attacks and I had to look for the pet owner whose dog attacked us. Someone had told me about a “Pet Binder” at the Clubhouse and I looked through it in hopes of locating the owner and the dog that attacked us. I mentioned the attack on the Woodbridge Portal to make other residents aware of it and warn them for their own safety. With the help of observant residents, three weeks later, the pet owner was identified and did the right thing, including covering the cost of my vet bill. There have been several

more recent incidents involving our pets, from being lost or found, to a smaller dog being attacked by a larger aggressive dog. This attack was witnessed by several residents and was traumatic to all, including the little guy who survived but received more than 16 stitches. Because of these incidents, and communication with other residents, in person and on social media, several of my immediate neighbors and I decided more had to be done. We recently completed two projects we believe will assist all Woodbridge residents: (1) Development of the “Keeping Our Pets and Community Safe” flyer and (2) Updating of the Woodbridge Pet Registration Form. The flyer contains helpful information for pet owners new to the city of Manteca. It is distributed by the Woodbridge Welcoming Committee and available at the Clubhouse front desk. The Pet Registration form may be found on the Woodbridge Portal by clicking Resource Center and scrolling down to Pets. Print out the form, complete it and drop it off at the Clubhouse along with a favorite picture of your beloved pet. Paper copies of the form may also be obtained at the front desk. As the forms are turned in, the information will be entered into the computer allowing the front desk staff access for a quick search. A search may be by dog/cat description, color, pet’s name, and/or pet owner. A hard copy of each form will be kept at the front desk, including pictures and information about pets and their owners. The binder will be updated quarterly and residents may look through the binder in an attempt to identify any lost or found pet. (Computer information will be kept more current).

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Did You Know. . . French Fries Compiled by Mike Spence from sources including NY Daily News, culinaryarts.about.com, calorieking.com, wonderopolis.org, In-N-Out.com/nutrition and Wikipedia.com

French fries are ubiquitous, but did you know: • Thomas Jefferson served “potatoes in the French manner” at an 1802 White House dinner. • There are 395 calories in an order of In-N-Out french fries. If you walked to In-N-Out from Woodbridge and walked back you could burn off two orders. • The cutting technique to create french fries is batonnet or allumette, both intermediate steps to cutting diced vegetables. • As early as 1775, Paris street vendors were reportedly selling “a few pieces of fried potato.” • Frozen french fries are parboiled, then partially fried in vegetable oil before the home cook completes the cooking process in the oven. • The most popular theory about the origins of french fries suggests Belgium. During WWI, American soldiers were served Belgian Fries by the French speaking Belgians. • McDonald’s french fries were freshly cut until 1967, when JR Simplot Company began delivering frozen french fries

WBL photo by Sharyl Burgeson.

Shirley Smith, Sue Scroggs and Carol Halliday enjoyed the music at the ‘50s dance.

• In 2004, 29 percent of the United States potato crop was used to make frozen french fries. • Canadians of Québécois descent serve poutine, french fries covered with cheese curd and gravy. Need to walk to Stockton City Hall and back for this one! • There are two common cooking techniques for french fries. Parboil in low temp oil, then briefly finish off in high temp oil. Popular in some restaurants since most cooking is before service. Deep-fry in mid hot oil from raw to service. The earliest known reference to french fries in America was an 1899 article in Good Housekeeping: “Kitchen Economy in France.”

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made with herbs and spices. Among the vegetarian Article and photos by Rommel Parseh $UWLFOH DQG SKRWR E\ 5RPPHO 3DUVHK dishes, they served Chana fwas your trip isfor taking you torestaurant the East Bay andand youcame are near Masala looking an Indian nearby acrossthe Tri-Valley areaCuisine wondering where toItgohas for205 lunch dinner,and tryfour (garbanzo beans Swagat Indian in Stockton. Yelporreviews Fontina in downtown Pleasanton. This authentic in tomato and stars outRistorante of five. Opened in April 2009, the restaurant is owned by onion sauce), Srinivas and Kumari Thota.inMrs. Thota the main chef and specializes Italian restaurant opened 2004 and is changed ownership in 2007 to in Bhindin Masala Southern Indian food also includes area food business on their the Choi family. Thebut Choi family hassome beenNorthern in the restaurant (fried okra menu. The Swagat Restaurant in Concord is not affiliated with this one. for 25 years and sold the Toscana, an Italian restaurant in Concord, cooked with In addition to their extensive menu items, a lunch buffet is available before acquiring the Fontina Ristorante. The restaurant has a classy onions) and daily from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for $9.99 and a dinner buffet from 5 p.m. to ambiance, full bar and outdoor seating.forClothing is casual. Shahi Paneer 9:30 p.m., Friday, Saturday and Sunday $12.99. They serve wine and Masala (cheese beer only. If you bring your own bottle of wine, the corkage fee is $5. Three We were seated right away and someone served us water, fresh cubes in creamy tomato sauce). The meat dishes included Butter Chicken Indian beers are served, Taj Mahal, Kingfisher and Flying Horse, in 12bread and the garlic/olive oil dip. The server took our drink orders. (chicken cooked in mild butter sauce), Chicken Tikka Masala (chicken ounce and 20/22-ounce sizes. We ordered a raspberry iced tea and a glass of Chianti Riserva that cooked in onion and special sauce), Goat Curry (goat meat cooked in mild We ordered a large Flying Horse beer and chose the dinner buffet. Our had a nice aroma Their wine showsbread) a vastorder selection curry sauce) and Tandoori Chicken Tikka Kabab. Their dinner buffet friendly waiter tookand ourtaste. nan (freshly bakedlist tandoori – oneof whiteand andone red wines from Italy and Northern California. If you bring dishes were mild. plain your own bottle, the corkage fee is $15. For dessert, they served Gulab Jamun (milk-based spongy balls soaked garlic. Buffet in warm and sweet rose water syrup), Rice Kheer (rice pudding) and fruit dinner included They serve seven different appetizers and a soup of the day. We salad. salad, raita (a ordered Prawns Pesto with jumbo prawns perfectly sautéed in garlic, 7KHUH LV URRP IRU RXWVLGH GLQLQJ DW )RQWLQD 5LVWRUDQWH Swagat’s regular menu lists vegetarian dishes as well as vegetables, yogurt dish), three white wine and pesto sauce. Tender prawns were very well balanced lamb, fish and shrimp prepared in different sauces and herbs. different chutneys, with the sauce The dishes we tried were delicious and the beer was soothing. I think papadum and and tasted delicious. beer is more suitable with the food served but if you would like to take your sambar vegetarian They have a variety of salads you can make a meal by adding own bottle of wine for pairing, I suggest a semi-dry Riesling, Chenin Blanc soup. Main dishes chicken, or White Zinfandel, all chilled very well. We plan to return soon to try consisted salmon, of four jumbo prawns or New York steak. We each ordered the house green dishes from the regular menu. I recommend Swagat Indian Cuisine. vegetarian dishes,salad made with organic spring mix, kalamata olives The word swagat means “welcome.” The restaurant is located at 2233 five meat dishes, Grand Canal Boulevard, Suite 205, in Stockton, off March Lane, about15 tandoori chicken, See page 36 miles from Del Webb. For optional reservations, you may call 209-478-4724. plain basmati rice Their website is currently under construction. and basmati rice

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n May 21, the recently erected mural depicting the Korean conflict, “The Forgotten War,” was dedicated at the corner of Main Street and Yosemite in Manteca. This mural was the third mural in a series of five war memorial murals, following the “Eaglehearts” mural representing the war on terror and the “Spirit of America” mural representing World War II. Woodbridge residents have played a big part in constructing these murals over the past three years. This Korean mural, especially, without the help of three of our volunteer clubs, would have been underfunded by a substantial amount. When the call went out for much needed funding support, the Women of Woodbridge (WOW), the Men of Woodbridge (MOW) and the Veterans of Woodbridge (Vets) all stepped forward and donated with their hearts for this cause. I know because I was there. When I asked these clubs for money, they not only responded favorably but they doubled the amount I was asking for. There were a few tears of appreciation at those meetings. In the adjoining pictures you will see Scott Souza, an Air Force veteran who is also on the Mural Society Board, presenting plaques of appreciation to: Birdie Nieri for the $1,250+ WOW donation, to Bill Goodwin for the $1,000 MOW donation and to Bill Buffington for the $1,000 Veterans donation. We can all take pride, not only in the volunteers hours it took these clubs to raise these funds, but also in the knowledge that Woodbridge residents have played such a big part in honoring our living veterans, those who did not make it home and those who are no longer with us.

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everal members of the Woodbridge Veterans group helped install the latest mural in downtown Manteca. The Korean War Memorial mural was installed the weekend of May 14 and its dedication was observed May 21. Members of the Veterans group were recognized during the dedication. The keynote speaker was Woodbridge resident retired Major General Eldon Regua.

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Members of the Woodbridge Veterans group helped install the latest mural in downtown Manteca. (L to R): Mike Carol, Dave Steffy, Dave Reed, Gene Bedard, Alan Peterson, Roger La Presle, Fred Gallegos, Bll Buffington and Bill Barnhart. Jack Dauler also helped but was not shown in the photo.

Photos by Bill Barnhart.

Veteran Bill Buffington receives appreciation award from Steve Souza.

Woodbridge Residents Help Install Downtown Mural

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Men of Woodbridge president Bill Goodwin accepts appreciation plaque from Scott Souza.

Birdi Nieri, Women of Woodbridge, receives appreciation plaque from Scott Souza.

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Liberty Park Grand Opening

Article and photos by Roger Cunning nce upon a time, in the early developmental stages of the Woodbridge community, developer Pulte Homes coordinated with a small group of staff members and resident volunteers to sort through desired park amenities. Over the years, members of this ad hoc committee changed as leaders of Pulte, local staff members and residents also changed. A few of the residents instrumental in creating the park by assisting in the early identification of its amenities were Ray and Pepper Noble, Norm Hauser www.ourwoodbridge.net and Bill Barnhart. Thank you, all. Time moved forward and others contributed to the grandeur of the new park. A contest held in early 2014 established the park’s name. Phyllis Teglia and Renée St. Lawrence both suggested the name “Liberty Park” in keeping with the community’s Norman Rockwell theme and subsequently approved by the board of directors. We thank Pulte Homes for providing this 10-acre, $4 million park to the Date Location Time Woodbridge Owners Association. Liberty Park is rich with its tennis and pickleball courts, area,Springs a European Paseo, an outdoor kitchen May 23 a picnic cabana Lockeford 9 a.m. and concession stand, restrooms, golf chipping greens, a large amphitheatre and an impressive tributeLockeford to those who guaranteed our country’s liberty at the Veterans Memorial Plaza. June 20 Elkhorn 9 a.m. We are proud to introduce the park to residents and their guests with a Grand Opening ceremonyStockton to begin promptly at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 23, at the Veterans Memorial Plaza located in the extreme southeast corner of the July 25music will be Reserve Park raise the flag. 9The a.m. park. Patriotic played at as Spanos resident veterans national anthem will be followed by a few short speeches including a “mental Stockton tour” of the plaza by resident Major General Eldon Regua, U.S. Army retired. OnceAug the Veterans Memorial opening is concluded, attendees will 29 MickiPlaza Grove 9 a.m.

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Make all checks payable to WSGC and list the golf course on the memo section. Leave the checks at the front desk to be given to Dodie Miller. Any tournament questions, call John Armstrong 209-200-7302. The very first brick donated to the Veterans Memorial Plaza was by Lieutenant Colonel John “Jack” Furrer, retired USAF, who piloted 27 B-17 bomber missions over Germany during World War II and continued flying for the USAF through the Korean War and into the Vietnam era. In all, Jack piloted 10 different military aircraft during his career.

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