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W oodbridge LIFE Volume 9 • Issue 7 • Number 94

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July Learn about potential PG&E power outages and how they might affect your home’s electronics in Bob Teglia’s informative “From the Boardroom” column, page 5.

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Veterans of Woodbridge members offer a respectful salute to the U.S. and POW flags proudly displayed in front of Lakeview Clubhouse.

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From the Editor

What’s Going On at Woodbridge?

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ately I have been feeling tearfully patriotic. Possibly due to the long series of tribute days – VE Day, Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day and D-Day – or maybe because my Vietnam veteran husband recently reconnected with old battalion buddies. As I listen to the guys share vivid memories on the phone, sometimes laughing, other times arguing but always almost giddy to reconnect, I realize how terribly frightened and alone they must have felt 50 years ago.

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By Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio

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They did what was asked of them, served side by side, became like brothers in their mission and fulfilled their duty to country. Upon returning home, they separated and the bond was broken. They encountered criticism and contempt for something they did not create and that was not their fault. It took 40 years and a great deal of work for my husband to forgive himself and fully reconcile his military experience.

Only recently has he begun to feel validated and to accept a stranger’s “Thank you for your service.” Only recently has he been proud to stand up and be acknowledged as the brave soldier and courageous veteran he always was.

As we celebrate America’s Independence Day next week, let’s remember the sacrifice every soldier has made for this country since the Revolutionary War. Let’s be the kind of American worth fighting for.

ummer is in full swing and I hope you’re ready for the summer fun to continue.

July kicks off with the return of Chris Pucci with an Andrea Bocelli tribute. The Italian tenor, formerly of Julliard and the Metropolitan Opera, will be here to perform his 90-minute vocal spectacular of your favorite Bocelli classics. Always a favorite, this is one event you will not want to miss.

Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio

The weather seems to finally be cooperating so I’m excited to announce our new Monday at the Movies series that starts this month and will run through September at Liberty Park. This month’s feature is “Bohemian Rhapsody,” the biographical film about Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of Queen.

Bring your own chair and we’ll provide the popcorn!

In this edition of Woodbridge LIFE, you will: • Learn about the upcoming WOA election and how you can serve the community on the board of directors. See Election Committee Chair Jacque Reynolds’ article on page 4.

• Find out how PG&E’s planned power outages might affect your home electronics in Bob Teglia’s article on page 5.

• Read Sally Rankin’s continuing “History of the Diamond Gals,” featuring coaches Bill Barnhart and Dave Reed, on page 29.

• Discover more detail about Roger Cunning’s new life and lifestyle in part 2 of his three-part series on page 19.

• View photos of the fun Memorial Day concert put on by Carla Marquardt and the Strummin’ Wonders Ukulele group on page 14.

• Better understand Integrated Pest Management through Cate White’s gardening column on page 23 and refer to her handy checklist of things to do in your yard this month.

• Recall the historic opening of Disneyland in July 1955 as you read about finding Disney memorabilia closer to home on page 25.

• Enjoy a heartwarming “small world, isn’t it?” feature story by resident Melinda Fiorio on page 24.

• Meet softball enthusiasts, the Cawleys, in Judy McNamara’s page 34 “Triker’s Travels” column.

• Learn to identify some healthy frozen treats to enjoy on hot days in “Health Tips” by Susie Blair on page 36.

• Find out that avocados are really berries, page 35, in Mike Spence’s alwaysfascinating “Did You Know” column.

Be grateful for the freedoms with which our country is blessed. Happy Independence Day! ~ Carol Jo Hargreaves and the Woodbridge LIFE team

The deadline for submission of articles and photographs for the August 2019 edition of Woodbridge LIFE is Friday, July 5, 2019.

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!

“What’s Funny After 50?” Well, comedian Dan St. Paul is coming to Woodbridge this month to let us know. He’s played at some of the top comedy clubs in the country and now he’s coming to us.

If you didn’t get the chance to join us for Movie in the Park, we’ll have another movie option for you this month at the Clubhouse. Did you know we have a movie star in Woodbridge? Resident Ralph Noe stars in the indie film, “The Biggest Game in Town.” We’ll be hosting a very special movie premier and even get the chance to meet the actor himself.

Happy Hours continue with one of the best tribute bands of the Bay. If you attended my birthday party last year, you will remember the Reflex Band and know how awesome they were. They are excited to return to Woodbridge. And don’t worry, they are ditching the ‘80s music this time and will feature all of your favorite tribute songs.

By popular demand, we are bringing potlucks back this month.

Join us for a summer BBQ potluck. We’ll provide the hot dogs, so just bring your favorite summer side dish to share and your dancing shoes. Music will be provided by a volunteer DJ. Let’s keep the fun rocking and rolling this month!

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 Bridge

it’s election time again

By Election Committee Chair Jacque Reynolds

By Operations Manager Leilani Rodriguez

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t’s almost time for the election to fill vacancies on the Woodbridge Owners Association Board of Directors.

ello, residents. Happy July!

I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July and hope you get to spend time with your family and loved ones during this summer holiday season.

This July marks five years since I began working at Woodbridge. When I first joined the Woodbridge team, I had no idea how big a role Woodbridge would play in my life.

Operations Manager My first month working here was quite an eye-opening experience for me. I had Leilani Rodriguez been living in Manteca for over 10 years at the time and had no idea that Woodbridge existed. It was a completely different place compared to the rest of Manteca.

The grounds were beautiful and maintained in pristine shape and everyone was so welcoming and friendly. I was amazed to see how active the residents of this 55 and over community were.

I was trained by two awesome ladies, Dreanna and Betty, who knew all the ins and outs of the office. I admired how they greeted each resident by their first name and vowed to myself that I would learn each resident’s name as well. I can now confidently greet each resident by their first name.

The residents are what make this place so special. I have had the pleasure of getting to know some of the most genuine and kind people I have ever met.

I have learned that being involved with the diverse variety of talented people in this community makes working at Woodbridge a richer experience.

ææ safety COMMITTEE update

By Debby Hickey, Safety Committee

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s the Property, Plant and Equipment (PP&E) Committee’s comprehensive inspection filters safety concerns into the Safety Committee’s hands, we will begin categorizing them with operations staff, who plans to color code and prioritize them. The Safety Committee will offer any assistance and information staff needs.

As the PP&E inspection report addresses the physical aspects of safety, the Safety Committee may need to address the personal aspect of safety; i.e., residents unaware of CCRs and R&Rs not being followed. We will attempt to enlighten residents by putting out a column to clarify some of the rules. The new column heading will be “Are You Aware…?”

Safety Committee members are working to reserve a date for next year’s summer Safety Fair at Liberty Park — more info to follow.

We began discussions about evacuation procedures. Development of this will be made with operations staff and include member involvement. Additionally, we will review concerns about electrical outages and how the Woodbridge community is actually on two different grids.

Your concerns are valuable to us. Watch the portal and Woodbridge LIFE for information regarding submitting procedures. Any immediate concerns should be reported to operations staff via the front desk.

The Election Calendar is printed here for your information.

A self-nominating form will be sent to each member the second week of July. If you wish to nominate yourself, please fill out the form and deliver it to the front desk.

Please note: This year you will be able to meet the candidates and have an opportunity to ask them questions before ballots are mailed.

On August 14, the Election Committee will hold an evening meeting at the Clubhouse to ask candidates questions submitted by members.

On August 19, an evening townhall-type meeting will be held where members may directly ask any candidate a question.

Ballots will be mailed August 20. By law, ballots must be out for 30 days.

The final deadline for returning completed ballots is September 20.

Ballots will be counted the night of the Annual Meeting of Members and the results will be announced that night.

Please VOTE …. We had a very small turnout last election and are hoping to improve that number.

ARE YOU AWARE …

By Debby Hickey, Safety Committee

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are feet and children go hand in hand, except when it comes to the fitness center and walking track areas. No bare feet and no children … what? It’s true. No bare feet are allowed in the gym or walking track areas, pursuant to WOA Rules and Regulations, Section 4.2.2.g, where it states that “closed-toe athletic shoes are required.”

And, in section 4.2.2.d, “Children under the age of 18 are not allowed to use the fitness center or walking track.”

This is for everyone’s safety. Now you know!

WOODBRIDGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION MISSION STATEMENT MISSION: Safeguard the common interests and physical assets of the association that afford members an enhanced and rewarding quality of life in a fiscally responsible manner.

VISION: A proud, welcoming, and most desirable 55+ Active Adult Community with a friendly and enjoyable lifestyle for its members, family, friends, and community.

Values: Honesty, Integrity, Diversity, Respect, Fairness, Friendliness, Compassion, Cooperation, Consistency, Education, and Common Sense.

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From the Boardroom

By WOA Secretary Bob Teglia

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y now, everyone is aware of the potential for lengthy PG&E power outages during California’s 2019 fire season, which runs from summer through early fall. The most likely time period for multi-day outages is late summer through the fall months when PG&E’s electrical transmission lines are subjected to very dry and windy conditions. High winds jostle and/or snap high voltage transmission lines, which then contact and ignite dry, overgrown brush and trees. The resulting fires can be devastating. State fire investigators have determined PG&E equipment played a role in starting 18 separate wildfires in 2017 that killed 22 people and in 2018 caused the Camp Fire that burned down a large portion of the town of Paradise, killing 85 people.

PG&E is greatly expanding its policy of cutting off power on transmission lines that pass through vulnerable areas during certain predetermined conditions. They label this program the Public Safety Power Shutoff Plan (PSPS) and outages would last from two to five days. Conditions that could trigger PSPS involve a combination of Red Flag warnings, 20 percent or lower humidity, forecasted winds above 25 mph and gusts over 45 mph, overgrown dry vegetation, and on-the-ground observations in pre-designated high and extreme fire danger areas.

When the combination of factors presents an unacceptable risk, PG&E will shut off electricity flowing through power lines in these areas until conditions subside enough to re-establish power. While not located directly within high or extreme fire danger areas, Manteca could fall victim to PSPS because transmission lines that deliver our electricity initially pass through some of these areas.

PG&E plans to notify customers with advance alerts at intervals of 48 hours, 24 hours and finally just prior to shutting off power. The Power Shutoff warning could be cancelled if forecasted conditions don’t materialize. PG&E will notify customers directly through phone calls, texts and emails and provide outage updates through social media, local news, radio and their pge.com website.

Customers are urged to go online to pge.com/mywildfirealerts to validate/update their contact information. PG&E also encourages customers to visit pge.com/ wildfiresafety for emergency planning tips. These tips include advance planning for medical needs such as medications needing refrigeration or medical devices requiring power, stocking up on a week’s worth of supplies – including flashlights, batteries, first aid kits, portable radios, non-perishable food, water and cash.

ææ ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Welcome to Summer!

Submitted by ARC Chair Tony Delgado

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s we move into summer, the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) would like to bring you up-to-date on some of the changes you can expect to see with its application review process.

As many of you have seen in the recent email blast, residents will no longer be required to wait anxiously outside the Clubhouse, at “O dark thirty” (pre 7 a.m.) to sign in on the roster for the ARC review meetings that would begin at 9 a.m.

Yes, you heard that correctly. You no longer need to set the alarm for 6 a.m., wear your best pajamas, carry your best commuter mug of coffee down to the Clubhouse, only to sign the roster and return home for two hours until the official meeting begins and you are called based on the sign-in order.

Effective July 1, residents and contractors will be given appointment times for the ARC review meetings when they turn in applications at the front desk.

Initially, the appointment times will be in 10-minute increments beginning at 9 a.m. and scheduled through to 12 p.m., if needed.

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It’s highly advisable to have all of your sensitive electronic equipment connected to a certified surge protector. You should also identify a source to recharge your cell phone, such as your car or a portable charging device. Make sure you know how to manually open and close your garage door. If you need help lifting the door, know whom you can go to for assistance. Depending on your personal circumstances, consider staying with a friend or relative living outside the affected area for the duration of the outage.

Residents with photovoltaic solar panels can also be adversely affected if they don’t have a robust battery backup system charged by the panels. If you are considering acquiring a residential generator, they come in two categories, whole-house backup or much smaller portables. The whole-house units run off the home’s natural gas line and are connected to the main power panel. They are quite costly ($6,000 to $8,000 and up) and require professional installation.

Portable generators are much less expensive but can only power a few devices, depending on size and wattage capability. They run on gasoline and present noise, exhaust, gasoline storage and fire hazards to the user and immediate neighbors. Also, be sure to watch out for carbon monoxide poisoning from generator exhaust that can enter the house through open doors and windows.

The likelihood of a PG&E initiated power outage is indeterminate since it is dependent on Mother Nature. The best advice is to prepare in advance as if it will happen. Because it is not equipped with backup power, the Lakeview Clubhouse and all of its amenities will be closed for the duration of any such outage.

July WOA Meetings Meeting PP&E Meeting ARC Review

Day Monday Tuesday

Board Meeting

Wednesday

7/3

Election Committee ARC Inspections ARC Review Finance Committee Safety Committee ARC Inspections ARC Review

Friday Tuesday Tuesday Monday Monday Tuesday Tuesday

7/5 7/9 7/16 7/22 7/22 7/23 7/30

Date 7/1 7/2

Time 9 a.m.

9 a.m.

3 p.m. - Executive Session 6 p.m. - Open Board Meeting 1 p.m.

9 a.m.

9 a.m.

9 a.m.

6:30 p.m.

9 a.m.

9 a.m.

As the ARC moved through spring, we noticed an increase in applications, several of which continue to involve re-painting and solar panels. Several contractors told us they have been booking landscape projects well into August and September, so the ARC is anticipating a robust summer application review schedule and committee members hope the new scheduling process is beneficial to residents.

And we aren’t done yet!

Another project the ARC is currently working on is a proposed revision to the current Design Guidelines regarding paint and possible expanded painting options. The ARC has a draft that has been submitted to operations for review and feedback. When ready, we will present it to the WOA Board of Directors for review and disposition.

As a follow-up to Design Guideline revision proposals, the ARC is revising review application forms. We are trying to develop a more “user friendly” format for landscape proposals as well as a more condensed version for less complicated applications such as paint, solar panels, light fixtures, security doors, etc. Please be patient as we are in the “rough draft” stage and it will take us a while to refine the finished product.

Enjoy your summer and remember to stay tuned for future updates.

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Interest Groups: Groups & Clubs Christian Men’s Fellowship 55er’s RV Group “Just Fore Fun” Ladies’ Golf Senior Bowling

Contact Dave Basehore Sue Edmiston Betty Buff Barbara Silva

Phone 923-4905 601-9210 479-3568 824-0262

ææ PROPERTY, PLANT and EQUIPMENT COMMITTEE CONTINUES WORK

By PP&E Chairman Chuck Harvey

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roperty, Plant and Equipment (PP&E) Committee members are continuing their hard work to assist the staff and board and respond to feedback from residents on issues related to the vast inventory of community assets. The first community-wide asset inspection process was completed in April. The key findings and recommendations will be published shortly and will serve as a guide for staff and the board as they prepare budgets and work plans.

As most of you know, the WOA has a large Reserve Fund designated to maintain and replace assets owned by the WOA over time. These funds are controlled by the “WOA Reserve Study,” a document that contains the inventory of all assets, costs to replace, estimated life cycles and related information spread over a 30-year time period as prescribed by law. The PP&E Committee is assisting operations staff and the WOA’s Reserve Study consultant, The Browning Group, in the required annual update of this document.

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WOA Groups and Clubs: Groups & Clubs

Contact

Phone

Meeting Day and Time

Craft Beer Group

Bill Holst

Cribbage

Ed Prenot

629-8575 629-8838 824-9257 665-7265 239-3191 665-7872 229-6379 275-5817 647-2901 825-4805 269-8575 924-8032 719660-5327 665-7265

M-F. Time & Workshops vary Fridays @ 4:15 p.m.

Effective Sunday, May 5 SU & TH @ 5 p.m.

Canasta Chair Volleyball Chess Club Cooking 401

Penny Dauler Patti Barnhart Rick Hyden Ed Prenot Kathy Comden Cherie Ford Mary Braun Susan Holt Judy Simpson Dave Steffy Jack Dauler Jan Spence

665-4862 456-9181 815-9446 824-9257 665-4124 624-3982 229-6379 624-3713 629-8838 629-8060 647-4479 647-2534 840-2282

Thursdays @ 10 a.m.

Artists & Crafters Ballroom Dance Bocce Ball Bridge Bunco

Crochet/Knitting Democrat Club Drama

Nancy Berger Mike Killingsworth Michelle Paradis Rick Hyden Game Night Charlotte Sparks Hand & Foot Sue Cameron Ladies Billiards Mary Braun Line Dancing (Beginning) Sue Lough Line Dancing Patti Barnhart Line Dancing (Evening) Mary Salvador Men of Woodbridge Chuck Harvey National (American) Lee Croletto Mah Jongg Neighborhood Watch Bob Hall Group Night Riders

Nancie Ross

Oil Painters

Patti Barnhart

Paddle Tennis

Stan Sutfin

In May, the PP&E Committee worked with third-party painting experts to review April’s inspection results as they related to the exterior painting of Woodbridge buildings. The remaining useful life of the paint coatings was confirmed as well as some repairs and recommended maintenance that should be part of the budget and work plans. This information will be shared with staff and the board. This effort is an example of updated information and planning that would go into the Reserve Study update.

Paper Crafters

Betty Grandt

Pickleball

Barbara Shapiro

Ping Pong

John Goodman

Pinochle

Robert Philis

In June, PP&E submitted a Committee Findings and Recommendation Report for potentially adding lighting to five radial pathways that feed from residential streets to Liberty Park and common areas on Arbor Brook Drive. This work was initiated by a request to the WOA Board which referred the request to the new PP&E Committee for study and feedback. Committee members Mike Spence and Steve Foster led the effort, which was reviewed and approved by the full PP&E Committee. The final decision of whether to proceed with this community enhancement project is up to the WOA Board, who must consider the added value and benefits versus construction and ongoing maintenance costs as they balance many competing demands for the association’s funds.

Robotics

Larry Wiertel

Scrapbookers

Elaine DeSouza

PP&E members are working with staff and GP Landscaping to complete a “pilot project” of enhanced planting on a section of common area near Del Webb Boulevard. The goal is to develop alternatives to current landscaping designs and a mixture of plants that could be applied elsewhere to improve the look of common areas.

The board announced at its June meeting that an agreement was reached with the city of Manteca to potentially close the “gap” in the perimeter wall located on the street stub off of Maple Valley Street. Once this agreement is executed, work can proceed on design, specifications, bids and potentially the award of a contract to complete the work. While it looks simple to extend the wall, this is actually a complicated project as it involves underground utilities, access gates and drainage as the project is designed and estimated for total cost. Given the technical nature of this work, an outside design consultant will be engaged.

Similar in nature, a common area lot between homes on Fern Meadow Drive has been a concern of residents who live nearby. This lot, owned by the WOA, See

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Al Sanchez Joe Victoria Radio Controlled Flyers Bob Umberger Poker

239-5712 916297-3271 629-8838 815-9735 815-9827 650438-3085 629-8200 510909-8997 239-8235 815-9343 239-2983 408439-5828

603-9796 818Shang-hai Rummy Cindy Carlsen 429-1221 647-2695 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 Pool Hustlers 609-4350 Woodbridge Book Group Patty DeRoos 239-2833 Woodbridge Senior Keith Loudermilk 510Softball Club 305-6771 Woodbridge 408Mike Patterson Seniors Golf Club 640-9768 Woodbridge Singers

Elizabeth Cunning

Zumba Video Class

Cecilia MacNair-Correa

647-4380 408561-6097

Mondays @ 10 a.m.

3rd Monday @ 6:30 p.m.

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

Tuesdays @ 5 p.m. (days vary) 2nd & 4th Monday @ 4 p.m.

3rd Tuesday @ 2 p.m.

Meeting days & times vary Tuesdays @ 7 p.m.

Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m.

Fridays & Saturdays @ 6:30 p.m.

W-SA-SU @ 1 p.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 Call for currrent times.

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.

Tuesdays @ 12 - 3 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.

Seasonal 3rd Wednesday @ 4:30 p.m. in the Oxford Room Meets every other Monday @ 6:30 p.m.

Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room

Please refer to www.ourwoodbridge.net for more detailed information.

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Lakeview Clubhouse: 824-7581 Board of Directors

President - Norm Hauser Vice President - Sheila Petrakis Treasurer - Steve Brazen Secretary - Bob Teglia Member at Large – Rick Van De Boom

Operations Manager

Leilani Rodriguez 824-7831 lrodriguez@ourwoodbridge.net

Activities & Events Coordinator

Jennie Custodio 824-7927 jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net

Office Coordinator

Rosario Villena (temporary) 824-7581 rvillena@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 PP&E page 6 contains an easement with the South San Joaquin Irrigation District with large underground infrastructure running through the lot and the Woodbridge community. PP&E and others are working collaboratively to develop options to close the gap in the fencing between the lot and the orchard as well as how best to improve its appearance with feasible and allowable landscaping.

A subcommittee of PP&E will be working with staff on all maintenance and repair contracts coming up for renewal at the end of the year. Improvements to contract terms, scope of service, association requirements and cost of services are priorities for this work effort.

Finally, at its last meeting, the PP&E reviewed a draft Problem Statement and Work Plan to study the issue of storage at Woodbridge. This has been a long-standing and growing issue for the WOA, staff and special interest clubs that use WOA facilities. The WOA and many groups and clubs currently rent storage space offsite as insufficient storage exists within the community.

The work being contemplated will be lengthy and complex and will include an inventory of all existing storage and how it is assigned for use, a needs assessment survey for the WOA and clubs to identify how items are currently stored on and offsite and what needs are currently unmet, as well as potential solutions to add storage within the common areas of Woodbridge, including reconfiguring storage We have heard from In tributeexisting to a loved one locations who haswhere died, feasible.

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The PP&E meets the first Monday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Lakeview Clubhouse. All residents are welcome to attend. Meeting agendas and prior meeting minutes are posted on the Woodbridge portal.

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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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Coming to Woodbridge EVENTS and ACTIVITIES – JULY

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• FINANCE Tony Delgado, COMMITTEE chair OPEN BOARD MEETING – Wednesday, July 3 @ • Jacobbmradct@yahoo.com Lewis, ARCHITECTURAL REVIEWChair 6 p.m. – The WOA Board will discuss operational topics, lijalewis@comcast.net 647-2593 management issues, finances and other subjects. The • Tony Delgado, Chair 647-2995

bmradct@yahoo.com 647-2593 FINANCE COMMITTEE Woodbridge LIFE Editor • COMMUNICATION Jacob Lewis, Chair WBLIFE2017@gmail.com • Carol Jo Hargreaves, Chair 823-3538 lijalewis@comcast.net Woodbridge LIFE Editor and 647-2995 Directory Chair

LIFESTYLE COMMUNICATION • John Baber, Chair jbaber@ourwoodbridge.net • Carol Jo Hargreaves, chair, 824-7927

board encourages any homeowner to attend. This meeting is for homeowners only. In the Multipurpose Room.

VISITING ANGELS PRESENTATION – Wednesday, July 10 @ 3 p.m. – Learn more about Visiting Angels.

Visiting Angels offers Living Assistance Services and In-Home Senior Care for total peace of mind.

Mocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Sign up at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE.

ELECTION COMMITTEE cjohargreaves@gmail.com • Jacque Reynolds, chair 823-3538 LIFESTYLEjacquebill67@gmail.com NEW RESIDENT ORIENTATION – Thursday, July 11 @ WELCOMING COMMITTEE • • Jennie Chair 629-8508 DianaCustodio, Clements, Co-Chair 10 a.m. – New Resident Orientation is back. Learn

tenor4@comcast.net more about your Woodbridge Owners Association jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net 665-4353 and join the Clubhouse team as they answer your FINANCE COMMITTEE 824-7927 questions. Learn about the association structure, the • • Jacob Lewis, chair Jeannie Tebbutt, Co-Chair Architectural Review process and the resources and lijalewis@comcast.net COMMUNICATION jltebbutt@gmail.com activities available to you. In the Oxford Room. RSVP 923-4356 647-2995 at the front desk. • Carol Jo Hargreaves, Chair NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS Woodbridge LIFE Editor CHRIS PUCCI PRESENTS “AN ANDREA BOCELLI LIFESTYLE • Bill Barnhart TRIBUTEâ€? – Thursday, July 11 @ 7 p.m. – Pucci’s • bill.barnhart@mrbconsulting.us Jennie Custodio, chair WBLIFE2017@gmail.com world class voice has warmed the hearts of millions 629-8838 jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net 823-3538 throughout the world. The Italian tenor is formerly 824-7927 of Julliard and the Metropolitan Opera. Enjoy a 90-minute vocal spectacular of your favorite Andrea WELCOMING COMMITTEE NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS Bocelli classics. Purchase tickets at the front desk. • Bill Diana Clements, Co-Chair In the Multipurpose Room. $10. • Barnhart, co-chair

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

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PARADISE VALLEY ESTATES – Thursday, July 18 @ 11 a.m. – Be our guest for coffee and light refreshments to learn about The Ridge – Paradise Valley Estates new, eight-acre Solano County 60+ Life Plan neighborhood now under construction. With more than half of their units reserved, don’t miss your chance to enjoy the area’s retirement living. Sign up at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE. WINE 101 “GRACIOUS GRENACHE� – Thursday, July 18 @ 6 p.m. – This grape, also internationally known as Garnacha, is one of the most distributed red wine grapes in the world. It is grown extensively in France, Spain, Australia and the United States. Participants should bring their own wine glass, an appetizer to share and a Grenache/Garnacha to share with table mates. There will be 12 fabulous Grenaches on the community table to sample. All utensils, plates, napkins and water are provided. In the Multipurpose Room. Sign up at the front desk. $3 non-refundable.

THE SPA ROOM PRESENTATION – Monday, July 22 @ 6 p.m. – Local day spa, The Spa Room, will be here to explain microblading. Microblading is a semipermanent technique for enhancing the appearance of the eyebrows. Sign up at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. FREE.

MOVIE AT THE CLUBHOUSE, “THE BIGGEST GAME IN TOWNâ€? starring Ralph Noe – Wednesday, July 24 @ 6 p.m. – Did you know we have a movie star at Woodbridge? Resident Ralph Noe stars in “The Biggest Game in Town,â€? an indie film made by a bunch of PG&E TOWN HALL MEETING – Monday, July 15 @ somebodies that nobody’s ever heard of‌yet. Home 11:30 p.m. – Are you prepared for PG&E’s rolling game poker champ Atticus Cane is a dreamer. He blackouts? Join Supervisor Patti for Neighborhood Town and two friends embark on a one-of-a-kind poker Hall meeting. Representatives from PG&E, the Fire adventure in search of a legendary card game. A dream turns into a premonition and Atticus must face Department, Local Law Enforcement and the Office of :KHQ \RX KDYH VLJQHG XS IRU DQ HYHQW DFWLYLW\ RU WRXU DQG \RX Ă€QG \RX DUH his fears against the best poker player you’ve never Emergency Services will all be in attendance to answer Important unable to attend, please, as a courtesy others, call the Clubhouse front heard of. In thetoMultipurpose Room.

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CASINO BUS TRIP TO RED HAWK – Thursday, July 18 @ 8:30 a.m. – Try your luck during the five-hour stay SUMMER POTLUCK – Wednesday, July 31 @ at Red Hawk Casino. $15 slot play or $20 match play 5:30 p.m. – We’re bringing potlucks back this summer! included. Arrange to be at the Clubhouse by 8:15 a.m. We will provide the hot dogs. Just bring your favorite The emergency contact form at the front desk must summer side dish to share (for eight people). BYOB. be completed prior to each trip. Pay at the front desk. Music provided by DJ Ryan. Doors open at 5 p.m. In $18 CASH ONLY (does not include tip for the driver). the Multipurpose Room. FREE.

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appy 4th of July, everyone! Here’s hoping you have a wonderful holiday with family and friends, celebrating our nation’s birthday.

I have a couple of things to note this month. First, due to the long holiday weekend, the Artists & Crafters General Meeting (normally held the first Friday of each month) will happen instead on Friday, July 12.

Secondly, there will be no watercolor painting class in July. Molly Cooper is taking a well-deserved break but she’ll be back teaching her painting classes soon.

Here’s what’s happening with the Artists & Crafters group this month: Monday, July 8 at 10 a.m. – Kathy Dezotte will teach the DOODLEBUGS class. Come see and create beautiful artwork with a special liner pen. Kathy will show you how. All supplies are included.

Friday, July 12 at 10 a.m. – Artists & Crafters GENERAL MEETING. Come to this meeting to hear what’s coming up for the month and be among the first to sign up for classes. At the end of each meeting, we do a show-and-tell and it’s always inspiring to see projects crafters have completed. The talent in this community is simply amazing. All are welcome at our General Meetings – we’d love to meet you.

Monday, July 15 at 10 a.m. – KAISER ONCOLOGY PILLOW WORKSHOP. In this workshop led by Martha Harman, talented ladies make pillows for oncology patients. You don’t need to know how to sew to help. You may help cut out fabric, stuff the pillows or hand sew the pillows closed. Please come help put these pillows together and know your talent

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Friday, July 19 at 9 a.m. – the SCRAPBOOKERS meet to work on their individual albums/projects.

If you’re a scrapbooker, it’s a great place to get ideas and work on your project. If you’re not a scrapbooker but always wanted to be – or wanted to learn more about it – stop by and the ladies will be happy to show you what they’re working on. You can get a lot of tips and ideas from these talented ladies.

Friday, July 26 at 10 a.m. – Kathy Dezotte will lead the WOODBRIDGE ROCKS class.

Kathy will teach attendees how to paint the fun rocks people are discovering all over the community and beyond. All supplies are provided.

Friday, July 26 at 1 p.m. – WOODBRIDGE QUILTERS meet for their bi-monthly Show and Tell. Come see beautiful quilts, wall hangings and other projects these talented ladies have been working on. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome. It’s a great place to rub elbows with those who have been quilting for a long time, to ask questions, hear about the latest gadgets or for those who would like to get started in quilting. If you’re interested in quilting, this is the place to be.

We post the Artists & Crafters calendar of activities for the month on the easel outside the Westport Room. Sign-up sheets/class supply lists for classes are also located on the easel. In these hot days of summer, why not get out of the house, come down and join in the fun – we’d love to see you!

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Our August 21 meeting will be held in the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room at 11 a.m. We will discuss upcoming events including the fall scone sale with proceeds presented to Shop with a Cop and the Black and White Gala, October 4 and 5, with The Boys & Girls Club as recipients.

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These organizations follow the WOW Mission Statement which is: “Women of Woodbridge representing the Del Webb 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, and develop interests.”

Kim Pell, center, representing the Women of Woodbridge, presented $1,000 scholarships to Luisa Millard, left, and Angelina Medeiros, right, at the Sierra High School Senior Awards Night on May 15.

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omen of Woodbridge is planning another spectacular, lakeside catered dinner and indoor dance. A Black and White Gala is slated for October 4 and 5, a Friday/Saturday combo. We will, once again, start the evening with complimentary champagne cocktails for the first hour of the five-hour event.

Jerry Lopes and Company are all set to get us moving on the dance floor from 7 to 10 p.m. with music we know and love. The entire Multipurpose Room will be utilized for dancing so that all line, ballroom and freestyle dancers have plenty of room to show their talents, unencumbered. We all love Jerry Lopes and his renditions and he will be with us both nights.

This upscale event will be resplendent in black and white with outdoor lighting and stunning table décor to make you exclaim, “WOW!” upon arrival. The caterer has not yet been secured but, as always, the four-course meal will be designed with delicious choices, both appealing and cost worthy.

How nice it will be to dress in our gala finery usually set for New Year’s Eve and dine al fresco in the warmth of an Indian Summer on the beautiful patio with lakeside fountains in the background.

Set aside the date, plan to purchase tickets the day after Labor Day, select your table seating from 20 tables each night and your menu option. Please remember, if you are mobility challenged or have special dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. Dates and times for ticket sales will be posted in the Clubhouse lobby where WOW will sell its own seating options. Price has not yet been decided.

You can also expect a fundraising raffle offering to further the donation to our chosen charity, The Boys and Girls Club of Manteca.

As always, volunteers are a welcome sight for all our activities.

Contact Kathy Belcher or Birdie Nieri (co-chairs) to offer a helping hand and be part of this worthwhile event.

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he Strummin’ Wonders ukulele group provided their 7th annual Memorial Day Patriotic Concert to honor all veterans, Monday, May 27. The audience sang along to many of the tunes with patriotic enthusiasm. Woodbridge resident retired Maj. Gen. Eldon Regua gave a special tribute to our national heroes. Jean Damasco and Carla Marquardt performed an elegant hula to “God Bless America” and “You Raise Me Up.” Dressed in red Strummin’ Wonders shirts, black pants and red, white and blue boaters or other patriotic headwear, musicians strummed their ukuleles. Jan Cox and Jean Damasco played the marimbula bass and Cres Anton played drums in many selections.

Richard Lanzon added tambourine and even a cow bell. It was a meaningful evening to honor our country and those who have given their lives for our freedom.

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The Men of Woodbridge continues to plan more fun-filled events for all of you to enjoy. Next up is the MOW Summer Dance, August 15, featuring live and DJ entertainment from our favorite Del Webb entertainer. Based on the feedback from many residents seeking later event hours, we have approval to open the doors for this event at 6 p.m. and have three full President Chuck Harvey hours of entertainment from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The MOW will clean up the room for a Clubhouse at 10 p.m.(MOW) Don’t miss this hanks to all who attended June’s Men ofclosure Woodbridge event! Tickets will be on sale as you read this “Spring into Summer Dance� featuring the Second Chance Band. article.

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the MOW is planning the annual Baked Potato and Chili Feed, September 12. We In September, look for the Men of Woodbridge annual Baked Potato and will support the Wheels of Woodbridge 13,cooking with earlythe morning Chili Feed, September 11 from 5 to 7:30 Car p.m.Show, WeOctober will be chili coffee and donuts and the traditional honoring the memory of Men of Woodbridge Past President Terrell Estes, hot dog lunch. We are working with the Womenfor of Woodbridge (WOW) to deliver who passed on May 17, 2019. Terrell’s recipe outstanding chili has a gala event in October. More information on been the foundation of this event for many years and will live on as we this will be released by the WOW. Finally, rename this event The Terrell S. Estes Memorial Baked Potato and Chili on November 7, we have tentatively planned our annual Lasagna Dinner and Feed, sponsored by the Men of Woodbridge.

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CRAFT BEER HAPPENINGS – Exploring IPAs

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oodbridge craft beer lovers learned more than they need to know about the World of India Pale Ale (IPA) on May 27. IPAs have been the star of the craft beer market for the last 10 years.

Current IPA sales represent over 27 percent of overall craft beer sales.

IPA sales are rising, even in the relatively flat craft beer market.

We learned how IPA came about through the British involvement in India in the 1700s. We also discussed the key ingredients in the flavor profile that make IPAs unique.

The fun segment of the evening involved exploration by tasting the three major IPA classifications, as well as most of the nine IPA subclassifications. We tasted an English IPA, several American IPAs, two double (imperial) IPAs, and several “specialty” IPAs. The relatively new East Coast style seemed to be a big hit flavor-wise. Even though every beer was an IPA, attendees seemed pleasantly surprised that the tastes were so different.

Our next session will be Thursday, July 25. The title of the presentation is, “Craft Beer by the Numbers.” We will revisit some industry marketing data presented several years ago to catch up with major recent mergers and acquisitions in the industry. We will explore information such as: How fast the industry is growing; where the hot new markets are popping up, and what economic impact craft beer has on the overall beer market.

Event date: Thursday, July 25 Time: 6:30 p.m.

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Cars will be displayed beginning at 9 a.m. in the order they arrive. If paying by check, make check payable to: Second Harvest Food Bank.

Send your entry and payment to: Steve Ray, 1408 Bailey Park St., Manteca, CA 95336.

For questions, contact Steve at 510-876-2962 or e-mail him at: rayfmly04@yahoo.com (put “Car Show” in subject line).

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MY NEW LIFE AND LIFESTYLE Part 2 - Doctor’s Diagnosis and Orders

By Roger Cunning

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ast month, in “My New Life and Lifestyle,” part 1,” Getting My Attention,” I described how my smart watch alerted me I might have an Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) condition with my heart. My cardiologist confirmed the condition and together we set about determining the best course of action.

My cardiologist prescribed a blood thinner. After 30 days, I had a cardioversion procedure to (hopefully) correct my AFib heart rhythm with electrical shock. On my doctor’s orders, I needed to change my lifestyle. I immediately began a daily diet I plan to stick with forever – hence, “a new lifestyle.” [For more information on the watch or the blood thinner, please contact me to discuss in more detail.]

My cardiologist and my primary care physician recommended that I begin to eat mostly plant-based foods. While I am permitted to consume food that is other than plant-based, that should only be a rare exception. I have also learned that I must avoid some specific foods that could potentially trigger an AFib condition based on my heart condition.

In less than a week on plant-based nutrition, my wife noticed I seemed to have more energy and I became more active.

After five weeks on the blood thinner, my doctor was ready to perform the cardioversion procedure, as any potential blood clots should have dissolved.

I reported to the hospital for the procedure and, good news, I had lost 30 pounds since I began the plant-based diet. The hospital staff prepped me, including padding my arms and connecting “paddles” that would deliver a jolt of electricity to my heart.

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Once I was under the fog of anesthesia, my doctor and the technicians began the procedure. After one zap, my heart flat lined for about 8 seconds and then it rebooted. That was it. The staff ran several electrocardiograms (ECGs) on me as I was recovering from the procedure and the anesthetic.

I was blessed that one zap corrected my AFib condition. As I was released and wheeled out of the recovery room, I ran an ECG on my smart watch and the results matched the hospital’s. Since my heart began beating correctly, I now needed to do my part so that the AFib condition would not return.

While I was losing the initial 30 pounds, during the two weeks prior to the cardioversion, my blood pressure dropped - I was now reading about 90 systolic over 55 diastolic. At the same time, I became light-headed. On my doctors’ advice, I stopped taking four different prescription drugs for high blood pressure. There was no longer a need for them.

Three weeks after the cardioversion, I underwent a treadmill stress test that included an echocardiogram and an electrocardiogram. The doctor said I could return to moderate exercise. I continued to lose weight, albeit not as quickly. I dropped three trouser sizes, or about five inches from my waist.

Next month, Part 3 of my story will address the specific foods I now eat and those I avoid.

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 health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or for nutritional guidance.

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SCENE @ the Clubhouse Happy Hour Returns!

By Carol Jo Hargreaves. Photos by Robert Phillis.

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opular and much-anticipated HAPPY HOURS returned to the Lakeview Clubhouse patio, Friday, May 31. Bay Area bluesman and Greaseland Studio recording artist A.C. Myles kicked off the season with rock and blues music. Opie’s GSB (Gourmet Stacked Burgers) truck was parked nearby with a variety of burgers and sides available for purchase. Residents filled seats at tables on the patio and brought their own tables and chairs to set up on the lawn around Lake Rockwell. The clear, sunny evening was a great way to welcome the start of summer’s monthly gatherings.

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Cooking 401 Makes Crab Cakes

July 2019 • Page 21 Mango, cucumber and jicama salad dressed with lime juice was served with the crab cakes and lemon aioli sauce. Lemon wedges, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, homemade “Old Bay” seasoning and cilantro stood ready as optional condiments.

Photos and captions by Phyllis McDonald

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Jan Spence (right) makes crab cakes as Bonnie Pater stands by to assist.

Cooking 401 attendees watch food being prepared (here by Bonnie Pater), learn new techniques, obtain recipes and taste results.

Mike Spence fries crab cakes for the May Cooking 401 class.

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ATTENTION, GRANDPARENTS

By Denise Armstrong

Grandparents Day is only two months away – Sunday, September 8.

Mark your calendars and let’s plan to have another fun grandkid/grandparent softball game.

Grandkids must be 8 to 17 years old to play but any age “kid” is welcome to come and watch.

If you have any questions, let me know (I’m in the directory). More information will be coming as we get closer to September 8.

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July Garden Checklist

Gardener’s Corner

By UCCE Master Gardener Cate White Photos courtesy of University of California Agriculture & Natural Resources

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aster Gardeners are trained to offer advice to home gardeners through the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) program. One of the core principles of the program is Integrated Pest Management, or IPM. So, what is IPM about and why is it important?

Biological controls are promoted by creating a healthy environment for the natural enemies of insect pests. Most of us know that lady beetles eat aphids, but do you recognize them in their various stages of development? (see photos) There are numerous other predators

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IPM is a science-based strategy, based on research and scientific trials. It aims to preserve ecosystems while achieving longterm prevention of pests and their damage. Eliminating overuse of pesticides while employing a combination of complimentary and environmentally sound techniques benefits the environment. These techniques include gardening culture practices, biological controls and, when necessary, chemical controls. When chemical controls are employed, they are chosen to target a specific pest and to have the least persistence in the environment. Regular monitoring of pests and the ecosystem is also part of the program.

Important cultural practices involve choosing the right plant for the right place and planting pest resistant varieties. Over fertilization should be avoided, since it raises the nitrogen level in plants, making them attractive to pests. Severe pruning brings problems by weakening plants, causing them to be more susceptible to disease and insect damage. Maintaining regular garden cleanup and sanitation and practicing good water management are other key elements of the program.

such as green lacewings and their larva, various kinds of wasp, especially parasitic wasps, certain types of flies, spiders, and the preying mantis.

Vertebrate enemies include birds and lizards.

All feast on insect pests and will help keep them under control if provided a friendly environment.

This brings us to pesticide use, which may become necessary if insects cause too much damage and cannot be controlled by other means. When using pesticides, use those that target the specific pest you are dealing with and that have the least persistence in the environment. Insecticidal soaps, some of which contain pyrethrum or pyrethrin, are a good choice, as well as neem oil. Insecticidal soaps are best for chewing and sucking insects, such as aphids.

Neem oil is also effective against chewing and sucking insects, as well as some fungal problems such as powdery mildew and rust.

• Mow lawn down by no more that 1/3 when weather is hot.

• Monitor watering system closely, checking valves, hoses and sprinklers.

• Deep water trees every week or two in hottest weather.

• Prune vigorous vines such as wisteria to keep them in check.

• Continue to monitor plants for disease and insect damage.

Discourage insects with a sharp spray of water, neem oil or insecticidal soap. Use neem oil on powdery mildew. Use Bt on caterpillars. Spraying is best done early in the morning before the heat of the day.

• Put out bait if ants are invading plants.

Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides such soil organisms. Some are quite persistent in the environment.

Often you can multiply problems by killing natural predators, causing an explosion of harmful insects.

Spider mites in particular can explode out of control this way.

Learn to read labels.

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Larva, pupa and adult stages of lady beetles

These products require direct contact through spraying, are not as harmful to beneficial bugs, and do not linger in the environment. Caterpillars such as tomato hornworms and cabbage loopers can be treated with products containing Bt (Bacilluus thuringiensis) or Spinosad.

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Tomato hornworm as malathion, neonicotinoids and pyrethroids, as well as systemics that contain carbamates or carbaryl and imidacloprid are not recommended, since they will kill all insects, including beneficial predators. They may also kill bees, earthworms and other beneficial

Practicing IPM causes you to think beyond the immediate problem, pay attention to what is going on in your garden, and choose your control methods thoughtfully.

You will be rewarded with a healthy and thriving garden ecosystem. For more information about IPM, go to: www.ipm.ucanr.edu

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It Could Only Happen At Woodbridge It happened eight years ago when I was in the Del Webb Sales Office (we had already moved into our new home here). I heard a gentleman talking and his voice Robert Phillis sounded familiar. I looked at him and said, “I know you. You’re from Pleasanton! You took our wedding pictures.�

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e recognize people from the past through voices as well as pictures and faces. When we hear a familiar voice, it triggers so many memories of our past. When we hear that certain voice in person, we acquaint ourselves with an old friend we have not seen in many years and the many memories we’ve shared together.

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By Melinda Fiorio Photos by Robert Phillis

Robert Phillis lived in our hometown of Pleasanton and owned a photography studio. He took our wedding pictures in Pleasanton in 1969.

It was so wonderful to see him buying a home in Woodbridge!

On June 15, my husband Gary and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. We feel so blessed to have had a great life together starting with a beautiful wedding with family and friends and a wonderful photographer.

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We love seeing Robert at dances and ball games and it is great to have him as our friend and Woodbridge neighbor.

Thank you, Robert. It really is a small world. We are so glad you are still part of our lives.

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ÌÌ Day Trippin’

Walt Disney Family Museum

By Harleene Bebout. Photos contributed by Robert Phillis.

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have a question for all my Woodbridge neighbors: How many of you have visited the Presidio in San Francisco in the past 10 years? It’s only a two-hour drive from Manteca.

Why visit the Presidio? The Presidio has many attractions to enjoy, including the Officers’ Club Heritage Museum, the park’s oldest structure now a history and culture center, Fort Point National Historic Site under the Golden Gate Bridge, the World War II Memorial to the Missing at Immigrant Point Lookout, and the one we chose to visit, the Walt Disney Family Museum.

The museum was founded by Walt Disney’s daughter, Diane Disney Miller, and opened in 2009, displaying many artifacts and exhibits highlighting Walt Disney’s history. If you visit the museum, allow 3 to 4 hours to complete a tour of the 40,000 square foot space and its 10 permanent galleries including early Disney drawings and animation, movies, music, listening stations and a 12-foot diameter model of Disneyland. Take a break in the small cafÊ, visit the museum store, then continue your tour. A senior discount is available and admission is free for all active and retired military, their spouses and dependents with valid ID. The Disney Family Museum is located at 104 Montgomery Street in the Presidio. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Last entry is at 4:45 p.m.

See presidio.gov for maps, travel instructions, shuttle information, places to eat, trails, sample itineraries and more.

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Manteca’s History – Part 10: Law and Order – What it takes to run a community S

In 1910, John Southwell was elected the first justice of the peace for Manteca, Lathrop and French Camp. Today, Southwell Place, south of Highway 120, is named after the first elected law enforcement official of the area.

Photo courtesy of Manteca Police Department – scanned from “Manteca, Selected Chapters from its History”

Until 1910, the settlement that was to become Manteca was under the jurisdiction of the French Camp constable but, mostly, the pioneers took matters in their own hands, whenever the need for it arose. Elwyn Arnold, an early settler once said in an interview, “I remember my mother telling me about a man in the early 1850s who used to beat his wife. After several severe beatings, the men of the community banded together to discuss the matter with the husband. The husband was never heard from again.”

Most incidents the justice of the peace had to deal with were petty thefts committed by hobos coming through town Badge of Manteca's first police chief. on the railroad. For example, in 1911, two men served five days in county jail after stealing watermelons from Ed Powers’ property. Another man had to work for the county for 25 days after stealing two railroad ties. Very often, however, the judge withheld sentencing for a while to allow the defendant time to leave town.

In 1912, when tourism from the Bay Area to Yosemite took off, Southwell placed a motorcycle cop on the main road (what is now Highway 120). Bay Area resident E. Richardson became the proud recipient of Manteca’s first speeding ticket: $25 for traveling “at a speed greater than one mile in three minutes” (20 mph).

Photo courtesy of Powers Ave Fire Station – scanned from “Manteca, Selected Chapters from its History”

In the early 1900s, locals were more concerned with fire than with crime.

Thus, Manteca’s fire department, founded in 1915, is three years older than its police department. In the early days, the department’s only equipment was a portable gasoline pump that could be connected to privately owned water wells. The first fire fighters were not professionals and they had to learn the ropes the hard way. An early issue of the Fireman's helmet from 1925 Manteca Bulletin reported “an accident involving the fire chief and a carload of volunteers colliding at the main intersection at their race to a fire.”

The Board of Trade recognized the dire needs of the fire fighters and in 1917, Joshua Cowell reported that the board had granted $795.50 to the fire department. The money was spent on two horse carts, two hydrants, 400 feet of hose and the election of a fire chief and a deputy. First elected fire marshal for Manteca was P. J. Peltier.

However, after incorporation, the city council only purchased a dozen buckets and then cut the funding for the fire department. As a fundraiser,

the volunteer firefighters instituted an annual Firemen’s Ball, which was so successful that, after only three years, the department was not only able to finally reimburse its volunteers for the clothes they ruined while fighting fires but was also able to purchase a new 1920 Ford fire engine for $4,000, although it took another three years to pay it off.

Thanks to the volunteers, in 1920, a fire that started in an oil stove in a building at the corner of Main and Yosemite was contained within an hour.

The fire, which could have easily destroyed the entire business Manteca's first fire engine, on display in the district, only spread to a handful Manteca Historical Museum. of houses before Manteca’s finest had it under control.

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o far, we have concentrated on farming, irrigation and industry, but wherever a group of people lives together, they have to agree on certain rules and, unfortunately, it takes authority to make the rules stick.

In the following years, the fire fighters became even more professional and the number of fire alarms was cut in half from 12 in 1924 to six in 1925. The story of Manteca’s fire department is the most extensive chapter in the book “Manteca – Selected Chapters from its History.” All quotes in this article came directly from that book.

While the fire department was somewhat abandoned by the city council, law enforcement got a boost. With its incorporation in 1918, Manteca got its very own police department. The first chief was L.C. Ladd, who had served as constable since 1915. The first acts of law enforcement at the first meeting of the city council after incorporation were the enforcement of a city-wide 15 mph speed limit and the approval of construction of a new jail. (Until then, an unused ice house on East Yosemite Avenue served as the jail.)

Compared to California’s big cities, Manteca in the 1920s was a relatively calm and crime-free town. Aside from one shooting in 1919 that was ruled a “justified killing,” the police department was mostly concerned with minor traffic problems. Then, in 1920, attention shifted from traffic to prohibition issues. The police department’s biggest catch happened in 1922, when more than 50 gallons of wine were confiscated in a still three miles north of Manteca.

In 1924, Manteca got its first town hall – the red brick building next to Library Park.

The building became the new home for both the police and fire departments – in addition to serving, among other things, as jail and post office.

More about mail, utilities and other public services in the next chapter.

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By Volker Moerbitz

Old Town Hall

Resources: “Manteca – Selected Chapters of its History” by Evelyn Prouty, Manteca Bulletin, 1980; “Manteca Centennial 2018,” published online by the Manteca Bulletin

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IMPORTANT DATES

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WOODBRIDGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION

2019 ELECTION CALENDAR

• Monday, July 8 – Delivery of self-nominating form for open board of directors’ positions. Accept nomination forms by mail, fax or at WOA Clubhouse front desk.

• Mondays from July 8 through July 29 – Names of all persons submitted in nomination shall be posted on a bulletin board in the WOA Clubhouse.

• Monday, July 29, at 5 p.m. – Deadline for receipt of nominations.

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oodbridge LIFE photographer Volker Moerbitz took advantage of a gorgeous post-rain day to capture these images in and around Panda Park. Volker uses a versatile Nikon D3100 digital SLR camera with 3x zoom lens.

• Wednesday, July 31 – Validate eligibility.

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• Friday, August 2 – Post final list of candidates. Also, deadline for candidate statements for Woodbridge LIFE. • Wednesday, August 14 – Meet the candidates night. Selected questions from the committee.

• Monday, August 19 – Town Hall candidates night. Q & A from residents in attendance.

• Tuesday, August 20 – Mail ballots.

• Friday, September 20 – Deadline for receipt of ballots.

• Wednesday, October 2 – Annual Meeting of Members and board of directors and announcement of winners in the election of directors.

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ÌÌ Day Trippin’

THE GARDEN OF “EARTHY� DELIGHTS A Visit to the Ruth Bancroft Garden of Walnut Creek

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he Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery in Walnut Creek is a nice late spring or early summer place to visit. Actually, it is nice to visit any time of year but Walnut Creek can be quite hot in the summertime. It is closer to the Bay than Manteca is, however, so it also can be a relief.

trees. As time went on, her gardens became well known and popular.

In 1988, the Ruth Bancroft Garden became the first preservation project of The Garden Conservancy. The gardens make a delightful stroll and are shady and comfortable for walking. There is also a nice nursery as you enter or leave the gardens.

Anyone who enjoys gardens will love this one. It is located at 1552 Bancroft Road in Walnut Creek, not very far off Highway 680. An additional reason for visiting this garden might also be the fact that Walnut Creek has many very nice restaurants for lunch or dinner.

The gardens are closed Mondays and holidays but are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays they are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission fees are $10 per adult; $8 for seniors 65 and older and children under 12 enter free. The gardens are handicap accessible but are not paved. I think wheelchairs and walkers might be difficult but worth a try. It is even nice to just sit under the shade of a tree with flowers all around, watching the people walk by, especially if you are near a fountain. There is seating located at various places in the gardens.

The garden is 3.5 acres of a wide variety of interesting succulents, trees, native flowers, etc. This garden began as the family farm of Ruth and Philip Bancroft. Ruth planted a large garden around her house in 1950, with a great variety of plants. Later, in 1971, they cut the walnut orchard down and formed her larger garden with various plants including succulents and

Since Ruth Bancroft Garden is located in Walnut Creek, you could make a nice round trip by driving Interstate 580 to Highway 680 north to the gardens and home via the backroads on the north side of Mt. Diablo. If you are not familiar with this route, check your maps or use your GPS/trip guide if you have one.

Or you could drive to the gardens on the backroad and then have a nice lunch or dinner in downtown Walnut Creek and drive home via 680.

Your last question as you leave the gardens might be, “Can I leave without purchasing something at the garden shop ‌ or not?â€?

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THE HISTORY OF THE DIAMOND GALS:

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part Two

By Sally Rankin and Bill Barnhart

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ell, this has been an interesting journey of fact finding for this portion of my series, History of the Diamond Gals. For this episode, I interviewed Bill Barnhart, then Dave Reed. It seems there are quite a few wonderful and dedicated volunteers who stepped up for the Diamond Gals during this time period. I’ll tell you about Bill Barnhart first.

Bill is one of the first people I met when we arrived at Woodbridge. He and his lovely wife Patti were on the Welcoming Committee. I had the pleasure of sitting with them. Bill and Patti are a resource for just about every aspect of the community. Upon finding out that Bill was also a coach for the Diamond Gals program, I looked forward to interviewing him.

In 2010, Patti started playing for the Diamond Gals and Bill started with the Silver Sluggers in 2009.

When Al Sanchez handed the Diamond Gals coaching baton over to Dave Reed, Bill continued in the assistant coach position while still playing with the Silver Sluggers. He managed the team line up for two squads each week while Dave handled the other two squads.

Bill concentrated his portion of the practices on teaching basic throwing and catching skills as well as running skills and drills based at beginning player levels. From the outfield, some women would throw the ball about 10 yards, run pick it up and throw it again. Coach Bill observed that these women showed tenacity like none other. Most of the women at that time did not have the opportunity to play organized team sports while growing up.

Coach Bill enjoyed teaching the women and observing the players as they grew in skill level and confidence. These women would “shine and thrive” and “bloom.” Of course, I observed that Coach Bill had a smile of pride with his fond memories as he reminisced about this rewarding time in his life.

Coach Bill had the goal of morale building and achieved satisfaction when observing players catching their first fly ball, or getting their first hit and the smiles from the players after doing so.

Patti played for three years and when she became more involved with teaching line dancing, she made the decision to stop playing softball. Coach Bill played on the Silver Sluggers as a left fielder and designated runner.

In 2014, he had a terrible collision approaching second base and sustained injuries so he stepped away from the Silver Sluggers. By this time, the

Diamond Gals had squad leaders who stepped up to help at practice and Coach Bill decided to pass the baton forward.

Dave Reed continued as head coach, stating that a lot of the women had never played, so his goal was morale building and having fun.

Teaching the game of softball’s basic skills, watching the improvement of skills and growth in confidence gave the job satisfaction one needs to continue to devote countless hours to anything. In the second half of 2014, Dave decided it was time to transition the program over to the group of women who were squad leaders – Dottie Aubrey, Karen Mower, Sue Lough and Harleene Bebout – who took the baton.

Dave is still active in the Diamond Gals organization as third base coach. Dave has served as a volunteer in many positions within the Woodridge Seniors Softball Club. He has seen many changes within the program since it first began. Dave continues to be extremely involved in the community, including the Wheels of Woodbridge with his 1965 F100 Ford, (which his wife Connie made him sell after it broke down on the freeway), Veterans of Woodbridge and Men of Woodbridge (serving as a cook, he proudly stated). Dave is a prolific reader of anything he gets his hands on.

Speaking of Connie, Coach Dave’s better half, she is a long time Diamond Gals player.

Connie was instrumental in arranging for the ladies to obtain their first Diamond Gals jerseys and hats. She also, on her own dime, provided Coach Dave and Coach Bill the “Coach” shirts they have to this day. Connie was one of the ladies whom the coaches would often turn to for pitching because she was always there and never missed a game.

The softball rules at Woodbridge were established based on safety first and both Bill and Dave coached with that in mind. Both men were huge supporters of team unity, good sportsmanship and camaraderie, emphasizing successes of teammates rather than mistakes or missed opportunities. Both coaches specialized in communicating the strengths of the players, always making players aware that they were out there playing for FUN. The ladies continue to strive for these goals to this day.

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FROM THE BOOTH

By Debby Hickey

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ell, from what I’m told, the change this season to four positions behind the arc creates a defense against home runs. But, in spite of that, determined Silver Sluggers have knocked out 16 Hot Dog Homeruns from April 20 to May 31!

Here are the standings: John Cawley — 6 Craig Radford — 1 Dave Avelar — 2 Greg Meaghar — 1 Rich Ryan — 1 Dennis Donaldson — 1 Ron Bordi — 1 Brain Jones — 1 Mike Coughlan — 1 Glen Jenkins — 1 WSSC Council President Keith Loudermilk doesn’t know what to do about the walk-up song, ”Hail to the Chief,” imposed upon him by the booth. He just shrugs his shoulders and smiles!

So far this season, Glen Jenkins was holding the title of shortest single — 29 inches! That is, until Horace Ellis stepped up to the plate a few weeks later and produced a 21-inch RBI single! That stat is a booth favorite.

The Diamond Gals have become a force to be reckoned with.

Their May 4 game recorded four (yes, four!) double plays AND numerous flyouts — a great defense game! The following weeks produced triples for both Laurie Stillmaker and Charm Mathis.

Hey, girls, don’t forget your free root beer floats at the Snack Shack for hitting triples!

Roger Gibson has long been the “King of the Triples,” but this season he is being chased by Mike Gard, Dennis Shirron, John Cawley, Pete Catineau (who hit two in one game), Greg Meaghar, Mike Frary and Jack Arizcuren — all who have been hitting hard triples! Gentlemen, go get yourselves a free root beer float!

Not that Keith Loudermilk and I are “FANatics,” or have too much time on our hands, but we enjoyed a particular game day that not only had an unusually high number of foul balls, but none of them were alike! Dave Avelar had the longest foul ball (Keith said it “landed in Stockton”). Wayne Gordon hit the most unique foul by hitting the very top of the fence. Dennis Donaldson hit a mile high foul. John Walker hit an outfield foul that was somehow caught by LF Shirron. Bernie Jenson hit the shortest foul that was waist high. Joe Victoria fouled right into the third base coach box.

Art Hogan had an adorable foul dribbler. Ron Long’s foul popped perfectly straight up, then he fouled another all along the third base line to record the second longest foul! Hey, c’mon now, it was fun to note all these fouls!

So far, the winners of the “Free lunch for 2 At Uncle Frank’s Grill” include: Sally Morgan, Diana Bordi, Art Ortega and Phil Haubert. We have a lot of certificates to give away, so come on down to the field, get your free ticket and see if you win.

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Editor’s Note: Each month the Woodbridge Senior Softball Club (WSSC) will submit biographical articles introducing readers to council members, coaches, players and volunteers.

This month we present Score Booth volunteer Debby Hickey.

MEET YOUR VOLUNTEERS: Score Booth’s Debby Hickey

By Keith Loudermilk

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hen I considered who first to interview among the many WSSC volunteers, it was easy to choose Debby Hickey. Debby is a “volunteer’s volunteer” not only for the Woodbridge softball club but for many other activities in this community. After serving as booth coordinator the past three seasons, Debby stepped down and R. J. Klug assumed the role. As booth coordinator, Debby initiated separating the music attendant position from the announcer position. The role was originally combined for several seasons but separating it helped enhance music as a larger part of the Woodbridge softball experience. Although no longer coordinating booth assignments and leading the “Booth Posse,” Debby still regularly volunteers as music attendant this season.

Born in Corona, California, to a military family, Debby moved to each new post her father was assigned. Debby’s father served as a Marine Corps officer, retiring as a lieutenant colonel after 26 years of service. A world traveler in her childhood, Debby lived in South Korea, Kansas, Virginia, and Southern California. While her father’s post was at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) – also known as 29 Palms – San Jose was “home base” for the family when not living elsewhere.

Debby attended Mount Pleasant High School her freshman year, followed by two years at the newly opened Silver Creek High School in San Jose. She completed her senior year at Shawnee Mission South High School in Kansas.

After her father retired from a long and distinguished military career, the adult children chose their own paths, with some remaining in Kansas and others, including Debby, returning to San Jose. Debby and her late husband Jeff made San Jose their home for many years before moving to Woodbridge in 2008.

Debby’s career spanned 40 years in the insurance industry. Her educational background included seven of 10 courses completed toward the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) degree, as well as many credits toward the Certified Underwriting degree. Over her long career, Debby worked for all the “Big Four” insurance companies. Her first 20 years were spent at AAA, where she specialized in personal insurance. Moving into commercial insurance, Debby spent the next 20 years working for Farmers, State Farm and Allstate.

Upon retiring and moving to Woodbridge, Debby first served as a volunteer Del Webb Woodbridge Resident Ambassador for several years. This required Debby to attend most Woodbridge functions, helping new residents become more familiar and comfortable with the community’s active adult lifestyle. Debby, along with her fellow volunteers, shared the pros and cons of Woodbridge with the new residents.

Her experience as resident ambassador was not to sell the Woodbridge experience; rather she was really sharing about her Woodbridge lifestyle.

Debby next served from 2011 to 2015 as a Neighborhood Watch Patrol Group volunteer. Working two nights weekly, she enjoyed helping keep the community safe, usually working Friday and Sunday evenings from 9 p.m. until the job was done. Sometimes that could be as late as midnight considering local teenagers were attracted to this community for their late-night rendezvous! Debby was motivated to join this group due to her fear of coming home at night to an empty house after the untimely passing of her husband Jeff in 2011. Instead of isolating herself from her tragic loss, Debby “faced her fears” by working to keep the community safe. Unfortunately, due to legal issues, the Neighborhood Watch Patrol group was disbanded around 2015.

Debby also served on the WOA Policy and Procedures Committee from 2012 to 2015, leading as chair the last year of her service. This committee was responsible for reviewing the Rules and Regulations, CC&Rs, event contracts and the like.

While serving, Debby and the committee developed the initial pool rules and guidelines.

Debby then served a two-year term from 2016 to 2018 as WSSC Council Secretary. Besides the endless duties required of this important council position,

Debby also represented and advocated for the score booth.

Debby has written articles for Woodbridge LIFE since 2012. Among her contributions are Neighborhood Watch, WOA Policy and Procedures Committee, numerous softball articles and general freelance reporting. Perhaps she is most well known for her softball trivia articles, “From the Booth.” She continues to write today from both inside and outside the softball world.

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Debby’s latest volunteering challenge is serving on the newly created WOA Safety Committee. Working with the Property, Plant and Equipment (PP&E) Committee, an exhaustive inspection of all common areas is ongoing to improve the infrastructure and ensure a safer environment for residents and guests. The Safety Committee also liaisons with other WOA committees. While the Safety Committee is only beginning, Debby’s hard work will produce positive results.

Debby sums up the challenges and benefits of volunteering, saying “Anybody can volunteer for anything.” While education and background are important, they are not the only prerequisites for volunteering. Debby emphasizes that volunteer training includes “utilizing your life experiences to enhance your volunteering results.”

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hat a great evening we had on June 3 to wish good luck to our good friends, Lynn and Steve Brazen, as they pack up and move to sunny Florida next month. Their picture is from our party for them. The burgers were grilling and laughter and great conversations filled the evening at Liberty Park. A year ago, we gathered to wish Mel and Kathy Topping good luck as they prepared for their move to Oakdale. I hope this is not an annual event because I don’t enjoy seeing good friends and good tennis players move away from Woodbridge.

Just as Lynn and Steve depart on their journey, another one of our players is about half way through an adventure almost too hard to imagine. Shalice Tilton and her husband Jeff have embarked on a 500-mile trek on the Pacific Crest Trail from the Oregon/California border to the Oregon/Washington border. They started on June 20 and will finish July 24. Shalice said they will be dining on freeze dried meals and power bars during this journey.

Sounds amazing to me but wait, there’s more to come. A year ago, Shalice and Jeff completed 500 miles at the Camino de Santiago in Spain.

I thought that I had accomplished something noteworthy when my Boy Scout Troop hiked 50 miles in the Rockies but that does not compare to what Shalice and Jeff will have accomplished.

So, what is the Pacific Crest Trail?

The Pacific Crest Trail Farewell to Steve and Lynn Brazen. spans 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington. The trail is covered in snow for much of the year and can cause some dangerous travel. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is a treasured pathway through some of the most outstanding scenic terrain in the United States.

Some sections lack natural water sources and finding water can be an issue. The following description that I found in a Pacific Crest Trail Association publication says it all: “ Walking the Pacific Crest Trail is an achievement worthy of superlatives. It represents not just athletic prowess, determination and extreme proficiency in the outdoors, but a devotion and dedication to the magic of the West.”

Finally, I am sad to see our good friends Lynn and Steve move from Woodbridge but I extend my personal good wishes to them in their future. I will miss them as the entire tennis family will too. When Shalice and Jeff return, I will congratulate them and want to hear all about their trip. I can’t wait to see the pictures.

The Woodbridge Tennis family welcomes one and all on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 8 a.m. Hope to see you on the courts!

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MAY PUTTING TOURNAMENT RESULTS Saturday, May 25 Submitted by Karen Perrin

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n May 20, Woodbridge Seniors Golf Club (WSGC) held a fourperson, two best ball tournament at Brookside Country Club in Stockton. This was our first visit to this great venue. Hopefully it will be on our schedule next year. Here are the results: 1st Place Thanh Tran Lorrie Tran John Peterson Ken Nelson

2nd Place Andy Aguilar Don Aguilar Clark Hickerson Mike Dooley

CLOSEST TO THE PIN Hole # 1st Place 3 Tom Burton 8 Young Han 12 Young Han 14 Bob Gamch 17 Thanh Tran

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MEN Mike Frary Daniel Lane Mike Quaschnick Jerry Turnshek Bob Perrin Tom Ravazza Ben Kimura George Damas Robert Reynolds Mark Victoria Joe Brusco Larry Alexander Dan Stephens Bill Clements Bob Partridge Stan Sutfin Juan Alvarez Jim Germaine Greg Meagher Mike Tandy George Vautour Mike Socchi Reno Cortesi Jim Peterson Ron Bordi Warren Gray Louis DeServi Peter Salerno Mike Dooley Ken McCoy Don Stephens Jack Greene Tim Sells

3rd Place Steve Howe Greg Meagher Bob Gamch

2nd Place Thanh Tran & Rudy Salvador Dan Theal Dan Lane Don Jones Ken Nelson

This month’s tournament is July 22. We will play at Castle Oaks in Ione with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Please plan to arrive 45 minutes early for a brief meeting prior to tee off. Entry fee is $49 (additional $5 for guests) with payment due by July 7.

Come and join us - we’d love to have you. Not a WSGC member? No problem. All Woodbridge residents and guests are welcomed.

If you have any questions regarding WSGC tournaments, please contact Mike Patterson at 408-640-9768.

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Castle Oaks, Ione

Monday, August 19

Saddle Creek, Copperopolis

Monday, September 9

Elkhorn Golf Club, Stockton

Monday, October 21

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ææwine 101

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t seems that the demand for tickets to Wine 101 has exploded. The tickets for the June class sold %\ -XG\ 0F1DPDUD out in a matter of minutes with people lining up at the door of the Clubhouse prior to opening hours to ensure they could get a shot at obtaining said tickets.

I’ve received emails and spoken to people at the Clubhouse and around the community about the popularity of this class. Yes, someone who wanted to attend will be disappointed, but it is not unlike any other popular function we have in this community. There are many times when show, dance or dinner tickets are sold out and people are left out. The only difference between those events and Wine 101 is the amount of time in which the class sells out.

I have been asked to add another class during the month, but that just doesn’t work for me with my schedule. I’ve been asked to add more tables to the class.

I already expanded the class from 90 to 120 participants many months ago. To expand to an even larger group would be counter productive to the event as it is challenging to teach 120 people now. Imagine what it would be like to try to teach 150 people?

I’ve had other suggestions regarding moving the food tables to other rooms to make more room, but making more room means adding more tables, which is what I want to stay away from. It doesn’t matter what time we release the tickets – the lines are still going to be there. I am keeping with the four tickets per resident allotment because that is what all the other functions in this community adhere to.

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hank goodness for Title IX. Otherwise, Woodbridge might not have been lucky enough to have Ruby Cawley playing on the Silver Sluggers team.

What a Wonder Woman she is!

Raised in the Philippines and No. 6 of eight kids, Ruby decided in 1980 to move to America, more specifically, California and the Fremont and Milpitas areas. She earned an associate -XG\ 0F1DPDUD degree in computer science at Ohlone College in Fremont. This was also the year she met John, her future husband, while both were working at Intel™. They were married in June 1984 and remained in the Fremont area to raise their two kids, Brian and Kimberley.

Ruby worked for Intel™ for 20 years. For two of those years, she was a quality trainer and the remaining 18 years, she was a system administrator.

Not only was she working and raising her children, she was a reading tutor for special needs kids at Pomeroy Elementary School for six years, owned a business (Hawaiian Coffee and Smoothies Cafe) for two years and was caregiver for her mother for eight years.

I have been asked if we could eliminate the food tables and have each table bring their own goodies. This isn’t conducive to getting people up out of their chairs and mingling and also makes it harder on single participants who attend.

The format will remain the same with a total participation of 120 residents at a $3 non-refundable price tag. There will still be a community table of wines based on the format of the class, as well as tables set up for participants to bring appetizers or desserts to share. As always, water, forks, plates and napkins will be provided for the bill of fare. Sign-ups will always commence the day following a class and tickets will go on sale once the Clubhouse is opened.

NOW… The June 20 class featured resident and official sommelier, Don Vehrs.

Don has taught several Wine 101 classes and has been very well received. In this class, Don told the story of the “Judgment of Paris,” about the point systems in judging wine and how a wine can get a gold medal. It was an enlightening evening.

July’s theme will be “Gracious Grenache.” We will be exploring the Grenache grape, known more internationally as Garnacha. It is one of the most widely distributed grapes in the world. It stands well on its own but can also make a fantastic blend with the right grapes. Participants are asked to bring their own wine glasses and an appetizer to share with the class. Tickets are $3 nonrefundable with doors opening at 5 p.m. and class running from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

I look forward to seeing you at the next event.

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So, when did Ruby have time to become involved in sports and hone her softball skills?

Like most women, Ruby is endowed with the multitask Photo contributed chip. She was volleyball coach at Russell Middle School, manager of several girls’ Bobby Sox fastpitch softball teams, co-managed her family’s co-ed softball team for 32 years and is a current member of “Ladies Choice” Senior Softball travel tournament team. When she and John moved to Woodbridge in December 2017, Ruby was more than ready to join a softball team. She attended a couple of Diamond Gals practices then began to play exclusively with Silver Sluggers.

Besides playing sports, Ruby and John are SF 49ers fans, SF Giants fans and Golden State Warriors fans. Given their incredible schedule, they have somehow also found the time to travel throughout South America, Canada, Europe and many states in the U.S. For those of you interested in softball trivia, the game of softball was invented by George Hancock in 1887. It was originally played indoors and was called “mushball.” The reason for that name was because they played with a glove rolled up as a ball. The players needed something softer than a baseball, hence the name softball. The game became so popular that in 1996 it was an Olympic sport. Interestingly, softball and baseball were dropped from the 2012 Olympics but have been reinstated in the upcoming 2020 Olympics.

Good luck to Ruby on her WSSC season.

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ææDid You Know. . .

Avocado Compiled by Mike Spence

The avocado is native to Mexico and flourishes in subtropical and Mediterranean climates, but did you know?

• The fruit of the domesticated avocado tree has several names including: avocado, avocado pear and alligator pear.

• The Universal Product Code (UPC) for a grocery store avocado is 4225.

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• The word avocado seems to be derived from the Spanish word aguacate that has roots in the Aztecan Nahuatl language. www.jmhomecare • Mexico produces over 1/3 of the world’s supply of avocados.

• Stoneless (seedless) avocados are called cukes and when harvested commercially are mostly discarded. Some cukes are retained and marketed as “cocktail avocadoes.” You eat the whole fruit, skin and all.

• Avocados are propagated by planting the seed or grafting.

Grafting is preferred commercially because the fruit quality is more predictable.

• The oldest known avocado pit (seed) was found in the Techuacan Valley in Puebla, Mexico. It is believed to be 10,000 years old.

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LIVE LONGER AND HEALTHIER What is the healthiest frozen treat?

By Susie Blair, RN, BSN

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uly is Ice Cream Month! But what about gelato, sherbet, sorbet and frozen yogurt? They are all sweet frozen treats, popular in hot weather (really, all year ‘round) but which one is better for you? I guess it depends on what you are trying to avoid the most.

In this article, I will describe the major differences and the health considerations of each type of frozen treat. Most frozen treat shops will only offer one or two of these types, so customers are not thoroughly confused.

Ice cream is usually made with more cream (saturated fat – which gives it a higher fat content) along with egg yolks and sugar. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) classifies ice creams by their percentage of butterfat: Super Premium (14 to 18 percent butterfat or more) Premium (11 to 15 percent butterfat) Regular (10 to 11 percent butterfat) Economy (exactly 10 percent butterfat) Ice cream also has air whipped into it, giving a lighter texture than other frozen desserts. Up to 50 percent of ice cream’s volume is actually air! But don’t think that means you can eat more – a ½ cup serving of plain vanilla ice cream will still give you 130 calories.

Gelato has a richer texture than ice cream because it does not have air whipped into it, even though it is made from milk instead of cream and usually without egg yolks. It also tends to have more intense flavor due to the lower fat content (which coats the tongue and interferes with taste buds) and can be served at a slightly warmer temperature. Gelato can have nearly double the calories of ice cream in a ½ cup serving, but fewer calories if you compare by weight rather than by measure (90 calories vs 125 in a 3.5 oz. serving). Gelato is more filling so you might be satisfied sooner. It also tends to come in more natural flavorings than ice cream.

Frozen yogurt seems like the healthier choice as it has fewer calories and less fat (115 calories per ½ cup) but has a higher sugar content that may raise your blood sugar faster. According to the USDA, frozen yogurt must have at least 10 percent milk fat and 1.4 percent egg yolk solids. It starts out with probiotics from yogurt cultures but most of the healthy gut bacteria do not survive the freezing process. There are some low fat and non-fat versions of frozen yogurt but beware of their increased sodium content.

Sorbet and sherbet are both made from water and fruit – puree or juice. Sorbet is made without milk, cream or eggs while sherbet adds a little milk. A ½ cup serving averages about 80 to 100 calories. Again, these treats contain a lot of sugar which might raise blood sugar quickly.

Here are some of the healthier frozen treat choices found in your grocery store: • Halo Top – uses Stevia as a natural sweetener (so there are fewer calories) and adds protein to keep blood sugar from spiking.

• Enlightened – half the fat and sugar of regular ice cream.

• Yasso – made with Greek yogurt and added protein.

• Talenti – air free sorbet and gelato with natural ingredients and added protein.

• Charlie’s Sorbet – gluten, dairy and soy free without any artificial sweeteners or flavors.

• Julie’s Organic Ice Cream – certified USDA organic and non-GMO with interesting natural flavors.

We all love ice cream but watch your portion size and be wary of added toppings that increase the calories, sugar and fat content of your frozen treat.

Live longer and healthier and still enjoy a frozen treat for dessert!

Resources: healtheating.sfgate.com, livestrong.com, dailyburn.com, calorielab.com, thenibble.com, “People Magazine,” August 2016, “Forbes Magazine,” July 16, 2016.

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 health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or for nutritional guidance.

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ææWILD THINGS IN WOODBRIDGE

Ribbits in the Night

By Jana Kattenhorn Photos by Gary Nafis esidents who live around Lake Rockwell may be serenaded at night by the American bull frog. Only the male bull frog vocalizes and gets its name from its cow-like mooing sound. If you walk quietly around the upper lake on the south side of the bridge, you might see one sunbathing. The one I saw was about the size of a very large grapefruit and matched the gray brown rock it was sunning on.

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American bull frogs vary in color from gray brown to green with brown or olive markings. This frog is not native to California. The large amphibian is from the East Coast (Nova Scotia to Central Florida) and has been introduced all over the

world.

It is the frog of gourmet frog leg dinners. Yes, they taste like chicken with a little bit of murky water seasoning.

American bull frogs mate in the spring to early summer in shallow permanent water in and around plant material. These one- to one-and-a-half pound amphibians can lay a clutch of up to 20,000 eggs on the water surface. The eggs hatch in four days and the tadpole can grow to be 6 inches long. Their favorite food is algae. The adults eat anything smaller than themselves: insects, mosquito larvae, crayfish and small fish and will cannibalize their own species. The males are aggressive and can bite when angry, hungry or protecting their egg laying territory.

For more information check out these websites: amphibiaweb.org, nationalgeographic.com, naturemappingfoundation.org, simple. wikipedia.org

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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.

Nancy Sadoyama met her cousins in Florida and enjoyed touring St. Augustine, Florida, Savannah, Georgia, and Tybee Island, Georgia, before a family reunion in Barnwell, South Carolina. Photo courtesy of Linda Moisa.

Travel besties, James and Shelley Tate (left) with Liz Waterbury-Vallero and TJ Vallero hiked up the steep streets of Frigiliana, Spain.

(L to R): Bob and Karen Perrin, Stan Sutfin (Linda and Karen’s dad), Linda Boteler and Fred Proudman, in Yosemite on Stan’s 90th birthday.

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Mike and Kathy Belcher took a Dave Koz Jazz Cruise around Australia and New Zealand.

Pictured at Chicago’s Navy Pier during a Setness tour of the Great Lakes, (L to R): George and Carolyn Johnson, Rene and Micheline Toledo and Barbara and Rich Chandler.

Novel Sefein toured Ireland.

(L to R): Neighbors Laurie and Dan Stillmaker, Paul and Barb Rositto and Lisa and Bill Estrada enjoyed a three-course meal in a winery in France.

(L to R): Neighbors Don and Laura Schwindt, Dan and Lori Meseke and Zack and Diane Dennis took an 18-day trip to Europe including a Viking River Cruise down the Danube, visiting five countries.

Karen Penzenstadler (left) and her two daughters enjoyed a sundowner drink at 5 p.m. in Botswana during their three-week safari in Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia.

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