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Volume 3 ▪ Issue 5

This month Woodbridge LIFE celebrates mothers and milestones.

We're honoring those we call mom and grandma, as well as all the Woodbridge women who have enhanced countless lives through their nurturing, care and example.

Woodbridge by Del Webb is celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Lakeview Clubhouse, May 5.

Unfortunately, the WOA is unable to accommodate every resident due to space limitations. If you didn't have the opportunity to sign up before, you may still place your name on the waiting list.

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The photo at left depicts the first "recreation center" at Woodbridge, which was a temporary trailer located about where the pickleball and tennis courts are today. While it was a humble facility, it provided an opportunity for our early residents to enjoy activities and create the foundation of the community camaraderie we enjoy today.

Lakeview Clubhouse is five years old !

Another milestone for our growing Woodbridge community

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Inside Bedford and Hancock . . . 37 Bridge Scores . . . . . . . . 8 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Committees . . . . . . . . . 16 Doggie Bag . . . . . . . . . . 25 Coming to Woodbridge 19 Garden Tasks . . . . . . . . 30 Groups and Clubs . . . . . . 34 Softball . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Where in the World. . . . . . 38 WOA Updates . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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It wasn't long before the Lakeview Clubhouse took the place of the trailer in 2008, and five years later, we're still enjoying this fabulous hub of our community. To learn some interesting history about the planning of Woodbridge in the early days, please read Kayo Armstrong's "Woodbridge Milestones" article on page 5.

Congratulations, Woodbridge!

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From the Editor:

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am delighted so many of you love our Woodbridge LIFE. Kayo’s article about the origins of our community made me realize that everything about our newspaper follows the Norman Rockwell theme, too. We look for good and seek heart-warming stories to share.

This issue is all about moms and milestones. If these subjects don’t make you smile, you get my vote for grump of the year, or you are in serious need of a hug. Either way, you have the power to fix it, and you have hundreds of neighbors to help.

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own skin. So who am I? I am my mother’s daughter. Still, my two grandmothers, Granny and Gramma, as different as two women can be, are part of my heart and spirit. I'm not sure how they did it, but those three women guided me through life and I embrace the lessons learned.

My mom Joyce, the youngest of eight, keeps me going when I’d rather not. She is the doctor/mom who takes care of everyone and everything that needs fixing. From Mom, I learned to delegate and trust but also to have a back-up plan.

Then there is my mom’s mom, my gramma. From her, I inherited a love of cooking, a connection with the earth and agriculture and to have a heart that rarely holds back.

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By Deb Ristau

ohnny and Dee Price and the Rhythm Riders tribute band took an energetic Woodbridge crowd on a journey through time to the country music era dominated by Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline. Johnny and Dee sang popular favorites and kept the audience on the dance floor throughout the evening. "If you close your eyes, it's like having a private performance put on by the real Cash

and Cline," said resident Joyce Renebome who first saw Johnny Cash perform live at a junior high school in Salinas, California.

Activities Director Dodie Miller continues to seek and deliver excellent entertainers for our growing community. Check pages 19 and 35 for more information regarding future entertainment options at Woodbridge. �

Thinking of Mother’s Day, milestones, Norman Joyce Renebome and Deb Ristau Rockwell and reading Bekke Gramma found joy Hess’s column about Memories in her garden and always saw good of Mom sent me on a sentimental in others. I long for the day I might journey. garden like Sandi Larson and my gramma.

First, let me wish a happy Mother’s Day to every mom in our Then there is my granny, my community but especially to my dad’s mother. As proper as any own mom, Joyce Renebome, who woman could ever be, Gran was lives here and who contributed tall, slender, elegant, soft-spoken a story about her mother – my and she traveled the world. My grandmother. We actually have good Woodbridge friend, Frances several moms living nearby, like Kennedy reminds me of my very Dottie Avery who lives at The gracious and precious gran.

Commons (see page 13).

Unfortunately, I didn’t get the Have you ever spent much time thinking about the milestones of your life? Or why you are the way you are? Or do the things you do?

Are you a Norman Rockwell kind of person?

The marketing plan implemented

by Pulte did indeed attract people looking for the Rockwell lifestyle.

People like Nick and Kathleen Music, Fred and Patty Gallegos, Cheryl and Dick Juarez, Dan and Birdie Nieri and Larry and Chris Russell come to mind.

Closer to home, I realized several years ago that I am definitely a product of my heritage. As I near 60, I choose to be comfortable in my

filter Gran received with her English birthright and upbringing.

But, from my time with Gran, I developed a love of words, reading, travel and laughter.

These three women have made me who I am, and I love them for the gifts they have given to me. I cherish the memories of my time with them. I hope I am not a disappointment. I do my best.

Today, join me in wishing all of our marvelous moms a most happy month. Someday, I’ll be anxious to hear what my own children have to say about the lessons learned from me.

Love and hugs, Deb Ristau

WBL photo by Deb Ristau.

Shirley and Chuck Foley share a dance while listening to the beautiful voice of Dee Price as she sings Patsy Cline favorites.

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From Dodie's Desk:

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e began the month of April with the Silver Sluggers Softball Opening Day. Our Woodbridge Singers got the program started with "The Star Spangled Banner" while members of the East Union JROTC presented the colors. The Singers followed with an enthusiastic rendition of “Take Me out to the Ball Game.”

The first pitch was caught by Max of the Manteca Police Department’s K-9 unit, and Sgt. Jason Massey presented Woodbridge with a plaque of appreciation for the fundraiser that made it possible to purchase protective vests for Max and other K-9 unit dogs.

The weather cooperated, and our residents enjoyed the first softball games of the season.

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he Rhythm Riders band gave us a very impressive performance that evening with Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline songs. The entertainment was much enjoyed by residents who found it a relaxing way to end the day.

Dodie Miller holes had teams of four. If you’re interested in joining in for May, I suggest you sign up early.

Our Grandparent’s Group put on another fun and successful Easter Egg Hunt. There were a little over 80 in the egg hunt, sack races and balloon toss game. There were 200 parents/grandparents in attendance and some of them even joined in the games and helped with the event.

Another success!

The Men of Woodbridge prepared and ur first Happy served Corned Beef Hour will be and Cabbage for Friday, May 17, 171 residents in with music by Dave March. You saw Badilla. It will the pictures of the start at 5:30 p.m. happy faces at with a little change the dinner in last going into effect month’s issue of this year: You may Woodbridge LIFE. begin to find your The cheese buffet/ spot on the patio tasting was another starting at 5 p.m.

WBL photo by Robert Philis. success with the Sign-ups are required Calaveras Cheese Sgt. Massey of Manteca and please remember to Police Department and Lady choosing some bring a chair.

K-9 Max, wearing his new very different cheeses Keep watching the bulletproof vest, presented for us to experience. calendars and pick There was enough for us an appreciation plaque to up detailed flyers at to have second and third Cindy Armstrong during Softball Season Opening the Clubhouse for the plates. With the wine of activities, shows, dances, Ceremonies. our choice, the cheeses etc. We encourage were a perfect match. everyone to participate in the Be looking for another cheese enjoyment and fun. I want to thank tasting in three to four months. the Lifestyle Committee and all

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WBL photos by Deb Ristau.

TOP: Pat and Don Peirano swing to the music of The Rhythm Riders featuring lead vocalists Johnny and Dee Price (above).

The first golf putting tournament of the year was a sell-out. This is a first for Woodbridge. All eighteen

of the other groups for everything they do for you and for me.

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Directors’ Forum:

Spence elected to lead P&GC

By Bill Barnhart, Resident Director

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would like to start this month by announcing the election of a new chair and vice chair to the Property and Grounds Committee (P&GC). At our April 11 meeting, the committee took nominations and then, by unanimous vote, selected Mike Spence as chair and Garry Dudley as vice chair. Mike brings a unique and strong skill set to the position having been past president of a small HOA, with his employment integrally involved with the California Landscape Contractors Association.

I expect that Garry as vice chair, with his background in education at the district administration level and his experience as a Top Gun U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, will help to keep the focus (dare I say gun sights?) on things important to our growing community. If you happen to see either of these two guys, congratulate them on their new positions and let them know you expect great things from them.

You should be able to find

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A small yet highly visible project was completed the week of April 8. The wood bridge leading to the Clubhouse was cleaned and stained. The previously dark and Bill Barnhart drab bridge railing now Resident Director looks like new and really sets off Lake Rockwell, that great feature where his is now the time of residents like to take their year when the P&GC families to share a fishing kicks into gear in support experience or watch the of the Executive Director turtles sunbathing. Check it relative to renewing various out; I think you will like it. contracts. The scope of e will be taking work for each contract must preventative action be reviewed and enhanced this month in several areas based on our experience that got away from us last over the past year and then requests for bids will be sent year with the prior landscape maintenance company. This out. When the bids come back, the subcommittees will year we’ll be having GP, our landscape maintenance assist in a review of the bids company, spray for spiders and recommend the winning every month between April bidder. This process has and September around the worked extremely well in the past, improving the level upper lake and outside the block wall surrounding of service throughout all the outdoor swimming contracts. pool. They will also spray

broadleaf weeds by hand to catch those weeds missed by the pre-emergent put down earlier this spring. They will be injecting systemic insecticide and fertilizer around those trees subject to hosting aphids with the intent to preclude the mess we were left with last year.

Don’t forget, it’s time for the first treatment of your own aphid-loving plants if you’ve not already done so.

their contact information elsewhere in this issue of Woodbridge LIFE. So, from this point forward, any phone call or comment you were going to make to me regarding a P&GC question, check in with either of them or Executive Director Kayo Armstrong first!

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wish to close my article this month by thanking the residents of Woodbridge for allowing me to serve in the capacity of P&GC chair over the past three-plus

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years. It has truly been a privilege and a pleasure in addition to being the most educational, perplexing, often exasperating, and yet inspiring experience I have ever encountered. As the second term for your current Resident Board members draws to a close, it is time for new leaders to step forward who will continue to provide direction and continuity to our great Woodbridge community. I believe we have found those leaders for the Property & Grounds Committee, and I wish Mike and Garry the best in their new roles.

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he committee unanimously elected Norm Hauser as its new chairman. Alice Correia graciously volunteered

By Denise Drewry, Resident Director to act as secretary, with Debby Hickey filling in when Alice have is unable to served as attend. I chair of the will continue Policy and to attend Procedures meetings as Committee a non-voting (P&PC) for advisory three-and-amember of the half years. committee.

Each year Norm asked five to six me to draft an members amendment to rotate off the our committee committee bylaws to and are add a new replaced by vice-chair Denise Drewry applicants position. We Resident Director approved by hope to send the Board. the amended Each member bylaws to the serves a two-year term.

Board for approval in May and elect a member to fill the new On Monday, April 8, the position in June.

Policy and Procedures Committee welcomed newlyI am proud of all our appointed members Terrell committee has accomplished Estes, Garry Dudley and over the years, and I know Debby Hickey (the fourth the current committee will member, Tom Mishoe, was work diligently and continue out of town). Alternates to serve the community and Daniel Hansen and Al the Board by ensuring policies Sanchez were also present are fair, easily understood (the third alternate, Thomas and appropriate in order to Heath, was unable to facilitate smooth and safe attend). These new members operation of our Clubhouse and joined continuing committee amenities. members Alice Correia, he P&PC is currently Kathy Dezotte, Norm working on several projects: Hauser, Bob Hall, Roger ►Event seat reservation La Presle, Jackie Rudy guidelines and Bill Barnhart. Bill Barnhart will be leaving ►BBQ rental guidelines and the committee in September, check-off form at the end of his term on the ►Rental policy update Board of Directors.

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All residents interested in observing the Policy and Procedures Committee in action are invited to attend the meetings held the second Monday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Clubhouse.

Woodbridge Milestones

By Kayo Armstrong, Executive Director

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s we celebrate the fifth anniversary of our Lakeview Clubhouse and other milestones at Woodbridge, let’s take a look back at how it all came to be.

Prior to joining the Woodbridge Owners Association as your Executive Director, I had the distinct honor of being a part of the team that created the community you call home.

As the VP of Marketing for Pulte/Del Webb in this area, I was recruited and relocated from Roseville to plan, develop and open Woodbridge. That was back in 2003, and a lot has happened since then!

Even before I began working on Woodbridge, several years of preparation had already occurred. When planning a community, the developers start with a general concept, a preliminary land plan, financial feasibility, customer research and a name. The initial planning team called the community Woodbridge, and it is unknown if the actual name came from the wood bridge or if the bridge was born of the name. Either way, the bridge leading to the Lakeview Clubhouse and outdoor amenities was designed, and still serves, as the gateway to the “heart” of Woodbridge … the area providing the backdrop for the fabulous Del Webb lifestyle here in Manteca.

About ten years ago, one of my tasks was to develop the theme for Woodbridge, from which all aspects of the community would follow. A “Norman Rockwell” theme was chosen to represent the vast similarities between the American family values depicted by the famous painter and the new Manteca

Kayo Armstrong Executive Director community about to be born.

The Rockwell theme directed the naming of streets, the street light design, benches, signage, white fencing throughout the community and even your mailbox style. he sales pavilion was also designed according to this theme, offering a warm, friendly and inviting venue in which to conduct the serious business of buying a home. Even the freshly baked cookies and hot coffee made you feel welcome! The sales brochures represented the theme in design and words, as did advertising and marketing efforts. The goal was to attract buyers who shared these traditional American values and to create a community that was not only active and vibrant, but also peaceful, affordable, welcoming and friendly.

Lake Rockwell was, of course, named for the painter and Americana he represented, and the fishing areas and pier were created to enhance the family generational experience. The model homes were positioned along Lake Rockwell to create a park-like setting where buyers could envision a comfortable way of living.

The Lakeview Clubhouse, while stunning and practical, was also designed to embrace the Rockwell theme. The clock tower, indicative of Northeastern American architecture, was to serve as the community’s main

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The Clubhouse exterior follows the theme, utilizing elements such as siding, brick and white trim. Upon entering the Clubhouse, a homey handmade quilt hangs to the left while the statue on the right depicts grandpa and grandson enjoying a simpler way of life. The checkerboard game table was also placed to encourage tradition.

The Clubhouse interior architecture, artwork and furnishings all reflect the Rockwell theme while providing a welcoming and highly functional amenity.

The large stained glass panel was commissioned to be the “signature” Rockwell statement of the Clubhouse.

A Modesto-based stained glass artist was provided with a vision to capture the well-known “Stockbridge at Christmas” street scene painting, except using our own models and lake rather than the snow-covered village Norman Rockwell called home.

As you may have guessed, our own Stockbridge Park is named for the Massachusetts town in which Rockwell resided for the last 25 years of his life. aving been integrally involved in the early theming and design of Woodbridge, it has been very fulfilling for me to watch the community develop over the years.

However, far more personally rewarding than the business success of the community is the character of Woodbridge. Our residents embody the family values, friendliness and neighborly spirit which the community was designed to capture. Thank you for being a part of Woodbridge!

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 FITNESS

Sarcopenia

By Paul Serpa Senior Fitness Specialist

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arco-whatia??? Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass and strength as age increases.

Sarcopenia can also increase the burden of chronic disease; seven million older adults are chronically disabled and studies show that one percent of muscle mass is lost per year after the age of 40. This is more than the standard muscle atrophy, as it is more of an overall body deterioration, not only loss of muscle mass but also of bone mineral density and the start of organ tissue breakdown.

The best way to fight sarcopenia is through a comprehensive resistance-training program. That program would consist of: four weeks of low intensity strength training, two times per week at 50 percent of one RM (rep max, the amount of weight you can lift/ pull/push one time); 2-3 sets; 12 -15 repetitions. The next four weeks at high intensity, two to three times per week at 80 percent of one RM; two sets; 10-12 repetitions.

Studies have shown that by following this program you can expect to gain up to:

• 174 percent improvement in overall strength • 48 percent improvement in tandem gait speed • Decrease in falls and resulting fractures

Older people who are more cognizant of what they have gained from strength training may be more likely to adhere to an exercise regimen over the long term in order to continue preventing sarcopenia.

The best way to fight sarcopenia is through a comprehensive resistancetraining program.

 SOFTBALL

Softball season has arrived

By Dave Reed

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hat a wonderful Softball Opening Day ceremony it was!

The Woodbridge Singers started us off by performing the national anthem while the East Union High School JROTC presented the colors. The coaches of each team were announced, as well as the softball council members and the umpires (including our first female umpire). This was the first time we had five Silver Slugger teams, and they looked resplendent in their new shirts with a different color for each team. The ceremonial first pitch was thrown by Officer Jason Massey. His police dog Max made a tremendous effort to catch the pitch by doing a flip and a twist at the same time. The Second Chance Band was also planning to participate, but the early rain caused them to cancel.

Special thanks go out to the Diamond Gals for arriving early and decorating the stands. The Snack Shack opened early, offering coffee and donuts; later, they also offered taco salads, hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and other refreshments available for purchase. All of the food was delicious, as usual. The Snack Shack will be open for future Wednesday and Saturday games.

exciting. There are two games on Wednesdays (starting at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m.) and three games on Saturdays (starting at 8:30, 10 and 11:30 a.m.).

Please check the schedule for when our Wolverines team is playing a senior team from outside of Woodbridge. We look forward to seeing you at our games!

 CHAIR VOLLEYBALL

New sport group

By Jacquie Steffy

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ome out and join the newest group at Woodbridge. Chair volleyball is one of the fastest growing sports at communities like ours. The fun of playing volleyball is back – but you don’t have to get out of your chair. In fact, you can’t get out of your chair. The other thing is we play with a beach ball so no one gets a fast spike in the face. Our first outing was a great success.

To start out, we will meet on Tuesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. This may change as we get organized and find a better time slot. Watch the community calendar for exact dates.

 BOCCE BALL

Sundays at 6 p.m.

By Carole Pfoutz

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ow, spring is here and the weather is perfect! The rain is gone and daylight is getting longer. That means that the bocce ball group is now meeting at its summertime hour, 6 p.m. on Sunday evenings. There is plenty of seating for everyone. Thanks go to Bill Barnhart and the Property and Grounds Committee for delivering three more benches to the bocce ball courts. So, come on out and get some fresh air, exercise and togetherness with your neighbors. Instructions are gladly given to the novices.

For those residents and their guests who wish to play at other times, the bocce balls are always available. Just get the keys from the front desk and go to the sports equipment room across from the Clubhouse. One key unlocks the door to the room, and the other is for the cupboard where the bocce balls are kept. Directly after playing, be sure to return the balls to the cupboard, lock the doors and return the keys back to the person at the desk. For questions, call Carole Pfoutz, 209239-0387.

The announcing and scoring crews also deserve a round of applause for their efforts during the first three games. The Diamond Gals got their first double play for the season during their game. It is also noteworthy that the Silver Sluggers' Orange team got a triple play during a later April game. That was the first triple play in the Silver Sluggers' history!

Many thanks go to Robi Cornelius for organizing the event.

And, many thanks go to our fans who attended the games. We invite all of our Woodbridge residents to come to see the games, as they can be very entertaining and

Photo courtesy of Dave Steffy.

Residents are enjoying chair volleyball in the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room.

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Woodbridge Bowlers

Tuesday Seniors bowling standings as of April 10: 1st place: TEAM 25 Steve Ravazza Bob Perrin Carol Littlejohn Jerry Littlejohn

By Karla Hoyer

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owling is one of the most popular sports played in the world. This sport is enjoyed by over 95 million people in more than 90 countries.

In 1930 British anthropologist Sir Flinders Petrie discovered a collection of artifacts in a child’s grave in Egypt that appeared to be used for a crude form of bowling. If he was correct, then bowling traces its ancestry back to 3200 BC. There is substantial evidence that a form of bowling was in vogue in England in 1366, when King Edward III outlawed it to keep his troops focused on archery practice.

The game has changed and evolved many times over the years.

The invention of the automated pin setter changed the game and human pin setters were no longer needed to work behind the lanes to reset pins by hand. Do any of you remember bowling prior to 1952 when the pin setters did all of the work manually?

The Tuesday Seniors 2013 is a group of Woodbridge residents that, along with other seniors from Manteca, meets at the Strike Zone for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition for 33 weeks of bowling.

This league is made up of 34 teams of men and women striving to be the best while having fun.

Caroline Oestreicher stated, “Bowling is not a sport that you can dress stylishly for.” I noticed at the Strike Zone pro shop they sell very chic bowling shoes and bowling bags along with very stylish, colorful bowling balls. I thought these would be easy to coordinate with my clothes and jewelry. However, I must say that I did realize this could become a very expensive addition to the game of bowling. I didn’t think, that for my one day outing, it was worth the added expense to add bowling

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2nd Place: WILL-BE-JOLEE Lee Weintz Beth Weintz Joann Weintz Will Weintz

Karla Hoyer shoes, a bag and a bowling ball to my wardrobe with the limited space in my closets.

For me, the most difficult thing about bowling is enduring the noise level in the Strike Zone. It is hard to hear people talk or even hear yourself think! Bill Bolin told me he leaves his hearing aids at home on bowling days to help keep the noise level down. I actually wished I had had that option for a few hours myself.

I spent the afternoon as a spectator and enjoyed watching the many different levels of skill displayed on the lanes. The teams are now in their 30th week of bowling and have only three weeks left of their season. I plan to return to watch the last day of the season to see how the teams end up in the standings. I was asked by several of our Woodbridge residents not to post their scores, so I decided to honor their wishes. I wish Craig and I were free on Tuesdays to join this great group of people in bowling, but we still have two more years of watching our little Princess Addie until she is old enough to go to school.

The Strike Zone offers food, drinks and a game room along with bowling for a complete family fun day. I suggest you go bowling for the opportunity to enjoy the best time you thought you’d never have.

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3rd Place: B&B Caroline Oestreicher Suzanne Mauck Perry Gibson Ernie Mauck

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Games

 BRIDGE

By Don St. Lawrence

The Bridge group meets Mondays from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Club Room.

Bridge Scores

APRIL 1: Letha Watson 6630; Nancy Compton 6400; Phyllis Tindell 4310; Kathy Comden 3980; Grace Pasion 3970; Renée St. Lawrence 3640; Ted Rupert 3590; Janet Webster 3380; Phil McCallion 3290; Lee Stern 3190; Don St. Lawrence 2810; Don Harris 2610; Robi Cornelius 2410; Judy McNamara 1900.

APRIL 8: Phil McCallion 4920; Letha Watson 4170; Lee Stern 4040; Nancy Compton 4030; Judy McNamara 3420; Ted Rupert 2950; Phyllis Tindell 2890; Renée St. Lawrence 2740; Carolee Jones 2640; Kathy Comden 2570; Robi Cornelius 2430; Sharyl Burgeson 2180; Don St. Lawrence 2000.

APRIL 15: Phil McCallion 6370; Letha Watson 5100; Phyllis Tindell 4530; Jeannie Grinsell 4360; Nancy Compton 3820; Robi Cornelius 3710; Kathy Comden 3360; Judy McNamara 3190; Sharyl Burgeson 3180; Lee Stern 3140; Don Harris 2930; Ted Rupert 2330.

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APRIL 22: Phyllis Tindell 5810; Lee Stern 4840; Nancy Compton 4690; Renée St. Lawrence 4510; Carolee Jones 4170; Jeannie Grinsell 4030; Phil McCallion 3770; Don St. Lawrence 3690; Don Harris 3340; Janet Webster 2170; Robi Cornelius 1920.

Health  CPR CLASSES

The next CPR class will be held on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to noon. Do not pass up the opportunity to relearn and regain your confidence to administer this life-saving technique.

Resident Director and Registered Nurse Denise Drewry will instruct this informative session.

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Arts  THE BOOK NOOK

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By Marie Evans

ur book selection for April was THE MOONFLOWER VINE, written by Jetta Carleton and suggested and presented by Sally Collins. THE MOONFLOWER VINE was first published in 1962 and was the only novel published by this author - or was it? There is another novel, CLAIRE de LUNE, written by Jetta Carleton, but not published until March 2012, thirteen years after her death. From what I read, it may also be autobiographical but on a more personal level than THE MOONFLOWER VINE. Sally pointed out that Ms. Carleton's life may well have been as interesting as her books. She was born in Holden, Mississippi, in 1913, earned a master’s degree, was a school teacher for a short time, was married but had no children, wrote for radio and television in New York City, lived in Hoboken, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C., before moving to Santa Fe, New Mexico, with her husband and opening a small publishing firm The Lightning Tree Press. She died in Santa Fe in 1999.

THE MOONFLOWER VINE appears to be a simple book about a large southern family, but, as you read, you uncover layers and secrets. But it is simple as well, a story of a family, a basically happy family but imperfect within the layers. THE MOONFLOWER VINE is a quiet tale, with surprises here and there, some of which aren't so surprising when you think about it but, nevertheless, unexpected. The characters are well drawn by Ms. Carleton and her descriptions of the landscape are wonderful. Mississippi is one of two states I have not visited, and her descriptions of the farm and surrounding areas allowed me to visualize what it must be like, at least in the area in which the story was set.

Everyone enjoyed the book, and it received high praise. Sally's research led to her discovery of 'neglected books,' and the fact there is a website with that title. Many of us have read and loved books that have just disappeared from view. I think some of us will visit that website and revisit some of our 'book friends' from our pasts. Thank you, Sally.

UNBROKEN by Laura Hillenbrand, the author of SEA BISCUIT, will be discussed at our May meeting. This book was suggested by Tamara Supremo who will lead the discussion.

Renée St. Lawrence selected THE O'BRIENS by Peter Behrens for her presentation in November.

The Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Lakeview Clubhouse. Every Woodbridge resident is welcome.

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By Deb Ristau

he Wine 101 group held its May education session Wednesday, May 1, at the Clubhouse.

The theme for the evening included a discussion of red wines and winegrapes known as syrah in the United States and shiraz in Australia and New Zealand. Members shared a variety of syrah/shiraz wines, tasting both strong and subtle differences in these wines from around the globe with varying price points.

The June Wine 101 session will meet Wednesday, June 5, as members gather for a blind tasting and discussion of pinot noir.

This group offers a unique setting to make new friends and learn more about one of our largest

local industries. All residents are welcome. Meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse.

Be sure to make reservations as directed on the flyer as space is limited.

Bring to class: • Your own wine glasses.

• A bottle of wine as directed per the education session.

June 5: Syrah or shiraz.

• An appetizer to share.

Plates, utensils, napkins and water will be provided.

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By Carla Marquardt

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he Strummin’ Wonders Ukuleles will entertain residents in an Armed Forces Day celebration Thursday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at the Lakeview Clubhouse.

The Wonders will play a series of patriotic sing-along songs as they honor and pay tribute to all of the U.S. Armed Forces.

This FREE event will also feature personal stories from some of our Woodbridge veterans. All residents are welcome. Seating is limited.

Sign up at the front desk soon.

You are invited to bring goodies to share and your own beverage of choice.

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he Strummin’ Wonders Ukuleles offers this free service to liven up the day of your special someone.

Four to six ukulele players will arrive at your specified location and time for birthdays, anniversaries or to cheer up a friend. They will play three or four appropriate singalong songs to add something special to your next party or gathering.

Ukulele-Grams are free!

Contact one of our ukulele coordinators to order your UkuleleGram today: Margo Flanagan, 823-3979, Sue Adams, 665-4294 or Carla Marquardt, 624-3754.

 POETRY

By Marie Evans

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he Woodbridge Singers opened the Stockton Ports game singing the national anthem on April 10. Pictured at right: FRONT ROW: Chris Seibert, director (kneeling). CENTER ROW (l to r): Barbara Shapiro, Jacquie Steffy, Jill Seibert, Carla Marquardt, Ken Olson, Eunice Olson, MaryAnn Kackley and Marie Moffatt.

BACK ROW (l to r): Diana Clements, Carole Pfoutz, Rose Marks, Jerry Clements, Novie (Peggy) Kay, Shirley Reynolds, Roger Cunning, Dave Steffy, Kirby Brown, Lorenzo Gonzalez, Jon Ford, Monika Hunt, Carol Jo Hargreaves, Elizabeth Cunning and Carolyn Cruz.

The Woodbridge Singers are planning "An Evening with the Carpenters," Wednesday, May 22, at 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse.

Photo courtesy of Dave Steffy.

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Questions to ask when considering the purchase of an electric vehicle (EV)

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his month the Wheels of Woodbridge is trying something different to help educate residents regarding automotive questions. If you have an automotive related question you would like researched and reviewed in future issues of the paper, please let us know, and we will be happy to oblige. Some information mentioned here is found at www.Earth911.com, prepared by staff writer Alexis Petru.

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out your regular driving habits will help you decide if an Electric Vehicle (EV) will fit your daily routine and will also give you insight into what type of EV you should purchase. If you drive no more than 60 to 75 miles a day, one of the all-electric cars on the market might just work for you.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) estimates, the smaller EVs have a range from 62 to 76 miles per charge. You may be able to squeeze out more miles from a single charge by turning off the car’s climate controls, decreasing your driving speed and avoiding frequent braking and steep inclines.

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A VERY BIG THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HELPED SPONSOR OUR WOODBRIDGE CLUBHOUSE'S FIFTH ANNIVERSARY!

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is possible to avoid paying for the installation of a special 240-volt outlet to fuel your EV. However, charging on a 120-volt outlet is much slower than using the 240volt outlet. For example, it takes about 10 hours to fully fuel an EV using a 120-volt outlet, but charging with a 240-volt outlet only takes about four hours. For your own convenience, you may want to shell out the extra bucks for an EV home charger to cut down your time to "fuel up."

Can I afford an electric vehicle? The price of an

EV may be higher than your average gas-powered midsized or compact car, but, with gas prices on the rise again, an electric car may actually save you money in the long run.

The federal government’s fuel economy website, www. fueleconomy.gov, is a great place to compare the cost and fuel savings. At 15,000 miles per year and an electricity cost of $0.12 per kilowatt-hour (kwh), it will cost a little over $600 for the year. With this kind of fuel savings, the EV’s sticker price may seem more reasonable considering the estimate for a gasoline-powered car is approximately $3,200 per year for the same miles.

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Are there financial incentives for buying an EV? Both all-

electric vehicles and plug-ins qualify for a federal tax credit up to $7,500, depending on the vehicle’s battery capacity, which can bring down the car’s initial purchase price and help you realize gas savings faster.

A tax credit is generally more lucrative than a tax deduction: A deduction removes a percentage of the taxes owed, while a credit reduces your taxes dollar-fordollar. The EV incentive will be phased out once an automaker sells 200,000 of the vehicle model.

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Are there public charging stations in my area? You

may plan to do the bulk of your charging at home, but – especially if you’re considering an all-electric car – you’ll want to locate nearby public charging stations that can extend your battery range when you’re on longer trips. Finding charging stations can be as simple as a quick Google Map search. You can also download a smartphone application from www.plugshare. com that not only lists public charging stations, but gives you access to private home chargers that owners are willing to share with other EV enthusiasts. To find out plans for future EV charging infrastructure in your area, contact your local transportation or environmental agency, and you may find several charging stations coming soon to a neighborhood near you.

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Memories of Mom

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Do you have a nostalgic story to share? Please contact Bekke Hess or any of the journalists listed on page 16. We would love to share your story here in Woodbridge LIFE.

hroughout history, mothers have played a key role in society, from Eve in the Garden of Eden to Mother Teresa; from Queen Elizabeth to Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. In the entertainment world, we have quite a variety of mothers, from June Cleaver and Donna Reed to Ma Kettle, Lucille Ball, Judy Garland and Madonna. In literature, we have Marmee in Little Women, Mother Goose, Queen Gertrude in Hamlet, Mrs. Robinson, Ma Joad and Molly Weasley. Artistically, there are Mona Lisa and Whistler’s Mother. And, never mess with Mother Nature!

One thing is true, we all have mothers, and some of us have stepmothers and a mother-in-law.

Here are some remembrances of mother from our residents.

Marie Evans

My mother was born Florence Marie Johnson on a farm outside of Duluth, Minnesota, the fifth of six children. Everyone in her family played multiple musical instruments, including the zither. My immigrant Norwegian grandmother was widowed, so Mother had to work as a servant to obtain her teaching degree and then taught school in a small farming community near the Canadian border. Later, she lived in Minneapolis until she was married. She never again worked as a teacher, but always taught Sunday school and catechism classes and sometimes was superintendant of the Sunday school at our church.

Once she left the farm, she remained close to her siblings the rest of her life.

After I married, my mother, father and little sister moved to a small town in Mendocino County where my father opened a grocery store.

There my mother was, back in

a small country town (after much persuasion from my father). They soon became active in the community, to the extent of building a church.

My mother resumed her volunteer teaching career until she became too old to continue. She also played the organ for the church. She was very social and always belonged to several clubs, as I think was fairly common in her time. One of the clubs she belonged to was the “Etude Club,” for the study of music.

We sometimes played duets on the piano after I was married. As an older child and teenager, if neither of us was singing in the choir, we would sing the church hymns as a duet; she took the alto part, and I, the soprano.

I am grateful that she passed her love of music on to me. She rarely, if ever, read a book, although she loved music. Although not a “career woman,” she certainly had a career as a volunteer and full-time mom and wife! She was an asset to her community and remained the center of her family until she died.

Pam Heaney

Occasionally, my mother would take one of us kids out of school for the day to go to the racetrack. We went to either Santa Anita or Hollywood Park to bet on the “ponies,” as she called them. Seemed my mom always knew someone who would give us box seats, which made me feel very important.

I would walk up those stairs to the special seats and think I really knew what I was doing! Later, I found out the man was someone my mom knew in the restaurant business. On his days off, he worked at the track and knew what days the owner of the box wouldn’t be there.

One day we were picking our horses and an older gentlemen next to me said, "Young lady, if there is a gray horse running I will put in a dollar and you match it; then, we will split the winnings." I was thrilled to think someone would trust me enough to

Happy Mother's Day! want to split! But, as the day went on, every gray horse we put our money on didn’t even show. I just kept thinking the next one will win me all my hard earned money back, plus lots of money to go spend on clothes. Well, needless to say, no winnings and no new clothes. Oh, and, by the way, the older gentleman setting next to us was Mickey Rooney! I didn’t really know who he was at the time; I just knew he trusted me with his dollar.

Thanks, Mom, for teaching me the difference of Win-Place-Show and how to read the racing forms. And for me ... to this day I never bet on the gray!

Nancy Ome

As I think about my mother, Lila, I picture a little four-foot, eleven-inch, feisty Irish redhead. She mothered seven children and never seemed to get tired. Our home was always busy, with Mom cooking, cleaning, washing and line drying clothes, as well as teaching us good work ethics and deep spiritual lessons. She and my father were a "salt of the earth" couple whose family was the most important thing in their lives. While Dad worked to put a roof over our heads and food on our table, Mom worked to make our house a home, even growing and canning much of our fruit and vegetables, raising chickens for our table and sewing many of the school clothes for her brood. Yes, there were hard times, but I don't remember them nearly as much as the fun, laughter and companionship we

enjoyed with each other. Material "store bought" toys were few, but we learned to build many of our own, and those make-do lessons have proven advantageous to us throughout our lives.

As the years passed, they took their toll. We children grew up and moved away from home. Mother's red hair turned white and her mind grew dim with dementia. Upon my father's death, I had the privilege of becoming her primary caregiver. I cannot deny the unpleasant tasks this responsibility entailed, but the joys we shared far outnumber the negatives. There were many funny incidents that kept our spirits up.

As Mom slipped deeper into her "other world," her speech became less and less frequent until she ceased speaking altogether. One memory stands out as most precious to me. Mom had not spoken one word for several weeks. On this particular afternoon I was sitting at her feet, engrossed in giving her a pedicure. I suddenly felt her hand stroking my hair. She then said in a clear voice, "Oh, Nancy, I'm so sorry you have to do this for me."

She smiled as I reassured her that it was my pleasure. Her blue eyes sparkled for just a moment, and, in the next instant, they once again clouded over, as she slipped back into the world of dementia.

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she was still there. Like a coma patient, I could not know how aware of her surroundings she was, but it encouraged me to make the remainder of her life as comfortable as I was able. My dear husband Don was a saint throughout the three years she lived in our home, and we both were truly blessed to have her as our guest.

Patty Gallegos

Patty Gallegos tells us that her mother had written a beautiful poem, put the words to music and it was recorded when she sang it in church. When she passed, the minister played the recording and Patty's mother actually sang at her own funeral, bringing tears to everyone’s eyes.

Joyce Renebome

My mother was not only Mom to her own eight children, but to many foster children. In fact, she was "Mom" to most who knew her.

Our house was the quintessential “house by the side of the road,” sitting about one hundred feet off the west side of the El Camino Real, (Highway 101) on the outskirts of Salinas. Our house, especially our kitchen, was always open to neighbors, friends, and the itinerant “Okies” from the Dust Bowl days who came to pick fruit or labor in the lettuce and bean fields. With their meager belongings stuffed in a sack, they walked along the highway, and many would stop by our house and ask for work. My mother would never turn them away. She always had a roast or stew warming on the stove. My mother was the hardest working woman I have ever known. She managed our farm while my father worked as a commercial fisherman off the coast of Monterey. When my three oldest brothers went off to war, she took in three Army Air Corps pilots and their wives. They all called her "Mom," too.

Because of our family connection with the fish markets on Cannery Row, when John Steinbeck came out with his book, Cannery Row, some people got upset at certain things he had written. I remember

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my mother’s response when I asked her why they were mad at him. She said, “Because he told it like it is, and people don’t like to see the bad in themselves.”

As hard as my mother worked, she always had time to make sure we all did our chores and homework during the week, and that we went to church on Sunday. After church, the neighbors would show up, knowing my mother always made buttermilk pancakes, along with bacon and eggs on Sunday. She never expected anything in return, it was always “her pleasure;” my mom was a “giver” throughout her life.

Bekke Hess

Some enduring memories of my own maternal grandmother include the original scent of Jergen’s lotion, her propensity for Tavener’s Fruit Drops, her delicious pound cake and her watching game shows while working on needlecraft projects.

At the same time, when I think of my paternal grandmother, I recall her many rocking chairs, the crankup phone, country-fried chicken and homemade jam. She used a wringer washing machine and made the best gingersnaps ever.

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I call her Mom

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've known Dorothea Avery, who When she heard that we were is nearly 93, for over 54 years planning on moving "up north" she and only in 1995 did the name Mom again said she would like to also really stick. My own mom died in enjoy some new scenery. that year and now I still have one We settled on Woodbridge in who is alive and kicking.

Manteca for several reasons. First, My mother-in-law, who is better we liked what we saw, and we looked known as "Dottie," was born in Battle at them all. There were also several Creek, Michigan, and at a very early "retirement-type residences" we were age moved with her family to settle sure Mom would like. in the Eagle Rock/Highland Park We surveyed several places, but area of Los Angeles.

The Commons stood Upon reaching out in her mind and adulthood, she the details were married Hubert worked out to her Avery who shortly satisfaction. Now, after was called instead of 24 miles to war and served apart, we were only as a SeaBee in the a mile and a half.

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Although there They created a are more than five family of three and residents at The Hugh soon became a Commons who firefighter with the Dottie Avery have family here in LA fire department.

Woodbridge, Dottie During this time they both loved to seems to be known far and wide. travel and acquired a taste for living She is involved in nearly everthing in a camping trailer. that is offered, including playing the ukulele. Some of her activities After 25 years in the fire have recently been put "on the shelf" department, Hugh retired as a including bowling, round, square and captain and they moved to Nevada. line dancing. She still enjoys bowling They soon pulled up stakes and moved to Arizona where they lived in in the form of Wii. She has bowled a mobile home park until they moved more 300 games than anyone else in the competition. to a single family home in Mesa's Leisure World Arizona.

Dottie has six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and three greatHugh died shortly before the turn of great-grandchildren with one more the century, and Dottie continued to on the way. live there for several years more.

Dottie wouldn't have to do all these Upon learning that Nancy and I activities to be recognized as someone were planning on moving to Moreno special.

But, these are just a few of Valley, Dottie asked if she could live the reasons I love to call her Mom. closer to us. We found her a place in Hemet known as "Camelot" and she � resided there for almost 10 years.

Photo courtesy of Ron Berger.

Photo courtesy of Bekke Hess.

Bekke Hess remembers her grandmother's needlecraft projects like this one.

"The mother's heart is the child's schoolroom."

~Henry Ward Beecher, U.S. Congressional clergyman

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he Woodbridge Grandparents Group held its fifth annual Children's Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 30. Steve's Mobile Sunscreens sponsored the event and served delicious root beer floats for the second year in a row.

It was a fun-filled day! More than 80 children, ranging in age from one to 12, searched for over 700 filled eggs as about 200 family members urged them on. Some brave parents

participated in the sack races, and we held our first ever baseball game, set up and run by Rudy Salvador and Ron Kackley. There was an exciting water balloon toss and face painters added color to the day.

Tessa VanNatta, granddaughter of Chuck and Karen Steele, made a grand appearance as the Easter Bunny and gave away "Bunny Cotton Tails," which were special marshmallows made by Kathy Dezotte.

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TOP: Kathy Dezotte (center), flanked by Savannah and Alexis, pause briefly during face painting adventures at the Grandparents' Easter party. CENTER: Grandparents and children enjoy the addition of baseball fun thanks to Rudy Salvador and Ron Kackley. ABOVE: Children and adults alike compete in sack races that were also fun for spectators.

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The way we were...

By Dodie Miller

Can you guess the names of these Woodbridge residents? Want a few clues? Don't despair. If you can't guess, you'll find answers on page 26.

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Reaching Out

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e had some changes at P&GC in April. Bill Barnhart has stepped down as chair, but will remain with the committee until the end of his Resident Director term in September. Bill is the best person to address his future plans, but his phone number is staying on my speed dial for advice. John Bosma is also leaving the committee. Bill and John have served on the committee for three years, sometimes literally knee-deep in the mud. They both deserve our thanks and respect for a job well done.

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ur fountain and lakes' maintenance contractor, Water Works, is doing a good job maintaining these features and helping with upgrades to reduce maintenance and utility costs.

GP, our landscaping contractor, has applied a polymer to the infield of the softball field to aid traction and make it retain moisture better. More moisture means a softer infield which is kinder and gentler on players. GP is also applying various eco-friendly herbicides, insecticides and fertilizers throughout Woodbridge. Tuesday is the big work day here for GP. They plan to have a large crew on site who will be mowing, edging, trimming and cleaning up. Let’s all be aware of their presence and give them a little extra room.

We have several paint projects to mention. Early in April, Mirage Painting finished a multi-week refurbishing of the wood railing on our namesake “Woodbridge.”

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Woodbridge Owners Association Board-Appointed Committees Thanks to the numerous volunteers who comprise the Board-Appointed committees at Woodbridge. Listed below are the committees along with contact information for the chairperson and secretary, if applicable. Your participation in any of the scheduled committee meetings is always welcome.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW • Mike Wallick, Chair mike.wallick@pultegroup.com

FINANCE • Christine Carlson, Chair christine.carlson@pultegroup.com LIFESTYLE • Dodie Miller, Chair millerdodie@gmail.com 209.824.7927

this writing, the pool fencing is still under repair, but we have a painter in the wings. The Clubhouse repaint is primed and ready to go (pun intended). Inspection reports and possible repairs are pending. Look for a posting on the portal for the start date.

The Property and Grounds Committee is comprised of residents who investigate, evaluate and make recommendations to our Executive Director and Board of Directors about spending YOUR money to maintain and improve the property and grounds of OUR Woodbridge.

Please come to a P&GC meeting, apply to become a member, voice your concerns or just watch.

POLICY & PROCEDURES • Norm Hauser, Chair hauserl18@yahoo.com 209.824.8582 • Alice Corriea, Secretary corrieaas@yahoo.com 209.823.9583

PROPERTY & GROUNDS • Mike Spence, Chair mspence1740@gmail.com 209.924.8032

• Garry Dudley, Vice Chair duds11@gmail.com 209.648.4868

COMMUNICATION • Kayo Armstrong, Chair kayo.woodbridge@gmail.com

209.824.7831

• Deb Ristau, WBL Editor debristau@verizon.net 209.825.8095

WELCOMING COMMITTEE • Cheryl Juarez, Co-Chair cheryl.juarez@sbcglobal.net 209.239.6962

• Sue Vernali, Co-Chair suemo52@comcast.net 209.923.4899

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Important WOA Information – May 2013

By Kayo Armstrong

Outdoor Pool/Spa Opening

The outdoor pool and spa will be heated and open May 1, although it will close periodically for fence repairs and the Clubhouse painting project. Please refer to your Rules & Regulations regarding hours and age limits for grandkids for the pools, spas and other Woodbridge amenities.

New Website Needs Your Permission

As you know, NETCOM, the Internet subcommittee, has been diligently working to build a new Woodbridge website which will be a vast improvement over our current portal. To ensure the information on the site is as accurate as possible, we need you to give us your updated information. If you were listed in the 2013 printed directory, please look for and respond to an email asking for your permission to use your directory information for the website. If you were not listed in the directory, but have updates to your current portal profile, please contact the front desk to update your information.

Don’t Forget Your Membership Badge

As a reminder, membership badges are REQUIRED when in the Clubhouse. Except in the case of an emergency or medical reason, the front desk monitor will ask you to obtain your badge before using the Clubhouse. Thank you for respecting both the rules of your Association and those who enforce them.

WOA Resident Cost-Savings Task Force Update

The resident volunteers on the Cost-Savings Task Force have been working hard on your behalf to reduce operating costs throughout the community while still maintaining the great lifestyle we all enjoy. These residents

have identified and are researching more than 40 different cost-savings opportunities. If you have a suggestion on how we can reduce operating costs, please submit your idea to Kayo or one of these resident task force members: Steve Wells, Don St. Lawrence, Norm Hauser, Garry Kerr, Garry Dudley, George Jones, Bill Goodwin or Bill Barnhart.

As a reminder when vacating meeting rooms, please return the thermostat and lights to the settings you found them when entering. For safety in the Clubhouse, please allow staff to operate lights in common areas.

Event Seating Policy

At the April 24 meeting, the Board approved the commencement of the process to incorporate an appendix to the community’s Rules & Regulations. The appendix is a seat reservation policy applying to both indoor Clubhouse events as well as patio events. Beginning on April 25, residents are given a 30-day period in which to comment on the proposed policy. You may view the proposed appendix on the portal or obtain a copy at the Clubhouse front desk and provide comments to Kayo Armstrong at kayo.woodbridge@ gmail.com or to Policy & Procedures Chair Norm Hauser at hauserl18@ yahoo.com by May 24, 2013. The Board will again vote to finalize this policy at the May 29 meeting.

Facilities Subcommittee Seeks Volunteers

Your help is needed on the Facilities subcommittee of the Lifestyle Committee. Subcommittee members are called upon as available to assist in set up and take down for various events, especially those occurring in the evening such as the potluck, happy hour, drama plays, etc. Whenever available, subcommittee members may assist the WOA staff in set up and take down of meetings and other programs,

on-the-spot furniture rearranging, bringing in additional chairs, tables, opening/closing umbrellas, etc.

Because the subcommittee has Board-appointed status, the Association's liability insurance will provide coverage for the subcommittee members when performing these tasks.

Please fill out an application available at the front desk. Thanks for contributing to your community.

Property & Grounds Committee (P&GC) Seeking Applications

New Chair and Secretary for Policy and Procedures Committee (P&PC)

May Dates to Remember

Congratulations to Norm Hauser and Alice Corriea, who were elected chair and secretary, respectively, of the P&PC at the April meeting. The committee is modifying its by-laws to include a vice chair, who will be elected at an upcoming meeting.

Thanks to Norm and Alice for taking on these important roles.

Norm Hauser replaces Denise Drewry as chair. Denise will continue to serve as an advisor to the committee. Thanks to Denise for her service to the P&PC.

• Wednesday, May 29 at 3 p.m.

– Board of Directors Meeting

New Chair and Vice Chair Elected on Property & Grounds Committee (P&GC)

Congratulations to Mike Spence and Garry Dudley, chair and vice chair, respectively, of the P&GC. Mike and Garry were both elected unanimously by the committee at the April meeting. Mike and Garry, we appreciate your contributions to Woodbridge and look forward to your leadership.

Bill Barnhart, former chair of the P&GC, is still an active contributing member. Thank you, Bill, for your commitment to the P&GC – you’ve accomplished endless tasks for the betterment of Woodbridge and your leadership on the committee has been greatly valued.

The P&GC is currently accepting applications for two open positions to begin serving in June. If you would like to serve your community in this way, please complete an application available at the front desk or on the portal home page and submit it to Kayo Armstrong by May 17.

• Wednesday, May 15 at 3 p.m.

– Community Listening Post

• Thursday, May 30 at 6 p.m.

– New Resident Orientation

New Models are Open

After months of speculation and anticipation, Woodbridge residents had the first opportunity to tour the new model homes at an exclusive VIP preview on Saturday, April 13, a week prior to the official Grand Opening to the public.

The new models offer some great options and feature many innovative design elements.

A store-front design studio is situated in one of the garages, where buyers can choose from a variety of designer selections for their new home’s interior and exterior.

A few residents touring the models on April 13 had thoughts of buying a new Woodbridge home, while most were just curious about the new layouts.

Whether you’re thinking about a move or happy where you are, it’s always great to get fresh ideas from the professionally decorated models.

For more information on the new models, floor plans or pricing, please visit the Del Webb Sales Pavilion.

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Coming to Woodbridge COMMUNITYWIDE GARAGE SALE – Saturday, May 4 @ 8 a.m. – This is advertised in our local Manteca Bulletin. Everyone wanting to participate should set out their items in front of their own garages.

Everything must be cleaned up by 2 p.m.

FIVE-YEAR CLUBHOUSE ANNIVERSARY – Sunday, May 5 @ 4 p.m. – Pictures will be displayed of our Clubhouse in the early building stages. Mexican style food and a mariachi band will help celebrate our anniversary and Cinco de Mayo. This event is sold out, but you may place your name on the waiting list.

MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST – Sunday, May 12 – Men of Woodbridge is sponsoring its annual Mother’s Day breakfast with two seatings: 9 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to noon. Deadline to buy tickets is Friday, May 10 @ 5 p.m. Ticket cost is $7pp.

STRUMMIN’ WONDERS’ UKULELE PATRIOTIC SING ALONG – Thursday, May 16 @ 6:30 p.m. This performance is in honor of Armed Forces Day, May 18. Sign up at the front desk. You are invited to bring “goodies” to share.

HAPPY HOUR – Friday, May 17 @ 5:30 p.m. – The first Happy Hour of the summer and all future Happy Hours will be on Fridays. Dave Badilla will be our first entertainer to start us off as he has done in the past. No entrance to the patio until 5 p.m. Bring your beverage of choice and appetizer to share at your table.

Sign up at the front desk. $3pp.

Remember to bring your own chair.

ARTS & CRAFTS WORKSHOP SHOW & TELL – Saturday, May 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be paper crafters, painters, quilters and even one painter who will be painting outside! Residents will display items they have made over the years.

WOODBRIDGE SINGERS SALUTE TO THE CARPENTERS – Wednesday, May 22 @ 7 p.m. “Yesterday Once More.”

The Woodbridge Singers will take us through songs by The Carpenters as we reminisce about where and what

we were doing when these songs were played. Please bring “goodies” to share. Sign up at the front desk.

POTLUCK NIGHT – YOUR CHOICE! Tuesday, May 28 @ 5:30 p.m. Bring a dish to feed eight to 10 people and your beverage of choice. Coffee, water and sodas will be provided. Sign up, please.

SPRING GARDEN TOUR – Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – We have 10 residents' backyards on the tour this year. A brochure and map will be provided as well as a box lunch featuring gourmet sandwiches.

Denise’s Farmers’ Market and one of our local nurseries will be available for shopping. $15pp tickets will be available beginning May 1.

‘50s HOT RODS BAND DANCE – Saturday, June 22 @ 6 p.m. We’ll be serving In-N-Out Burgers again this year, and the band will begin playing at 7 p.m. You may bring your beverage of choice and any snacks you may want for later in the evening. Tickets will be $13pp and go on sale May 13.

POTLUCK ITALIAN STYLE – Tuesday, June 25 @ 5:30 p.m. June is Strawberry Month – we may be seeing lots of strawberry desserts!! Sign up at the front desk.

TAHOE GETAWAY – Wednesday, June 26 through Thursday, June 27 – Bus will leave at 8:30 a.m. from the Clubhouse and return from Tahoe at 2:30 p.m. the next day. $159 single/$209 double.

This price includes your hotel room at Harvey’s, taxes, resort fee, r/t bus transportation, bus driver gratuity, games, movies, cocktails, snacks and other beverages on the bus. There will be a hosted cocktail reception for all attendees Wednesday evening.

Deadline for sign-ups is June 12.

GOLF OUTING AT CARSON VALLEY INN – September 15 – 18. Full details are provided on the flyer in the Clubhouse or from any monitor at the front desk.

Reservations need to be made early. A $25 non-refundable deposit is due by May 15.

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Paul Bowers and his “Litter Getter”

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By Sharyl Burgeson WBL photos by Robert Philis

f the Merry Maids® cleaning service ever wanted to venture into the litter removal business, it would have a hard time gaining support from the Woodbridge community.

Paul Bowers has that realm monopolized and spends an hourplus every Friday driving his golf cart around the perimeter of the community and picking up trash.

Belle Glade Lane good friends and neighbors Bernie Jenson and Del Henry take turns helping Paul. “They’re very dependable and alternate Fridays. If one is busy or ill, the other fills in.

“We value Woodbridge so much that we want visitors to see the community as we see it, clean and well-maintained,” Paul explained. aul started his project in February 2012 and is proud that the trio has never missed a Friday. “Amazingly, it has never once rained on us,” he added.

Most of the litter generates from construction areas where workers toss empty cups and sandwich bags into pickup beds, and the wind blows them out or from Lathrop Road where there is extensive fast food debris, according to Paul.

“When we started, we were filling a 40-gallon garbage can. I don’t know why we’re only getting a half can now. Hopefully, it’s because people driving Lathrop Road see what we’re doing and don’t throw their fast food bags out the window,” he concluded.

Paul is easily recognizable in his yellow golf cart which sports eyes with long lashes, red lips and a mustache. “My brother-in-law started the decorating when he gave me the adhesive eyes. My wife added red lips, and I had to add a mustache to keep the cart from looking too feminine,” he explained.

The back of the cart holds pansies unless it’s a Friday when Paul inserts his garbage can emblazoned with “No. 1 Litter Getter.”

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“Fridays are fun days, and we like the camaraderie and enjoyment we get from the good we’re doing. It’s far from being drudgery,” he commented.

Paul and his “Litter Getter” route

Paul, whose motivation is that visitors see a community that cares about its appearance, begins his pilgrimage at the new north entrance on Union Road.

“We need two people in the cart so we can catch both sides of the perimeter. I drive the Tidewater Bikeway and clean the gutter area on Union Road to The Commons, while Bernie or Del polices the landscaped side,” he explained. Paul said he cleans the gutter because the debris would eventually blow into the landscaping if left alone.

Paul then drives the Tidewater Bikeway to Lathrop Road and eventually to Airport Way where he turns onto Daisywood Drive. From Daisywood it’s a straight shot to the Lakeview Clubhouse where the litter is deposited into the community dumpster.

In addition to the Woodbridge perimeter, Paul cleans both sides of Del Webb Boulevard and the streets surrounding the new fire house on Lathrop Road. “It’s not drudgery.

We get such satisfaction from everyone seeing a well-maintained neighborhood,” he reiterated.

Paul and the Men of Woodbridge

The Manteca community supports Woodbridge by Del Webb, and, in turn, Woodbridge gives back to the town.

Paul wanted to add to that liaison.

He approached Mayor Willie Weatherford about a community clean-up project by Woodbridge volunteers. The mayor suggested the state Adopt-a-Highway program, and Paul had a new goal.

Paul contacted the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and applied for a permit to clean up the on and off ramps at Airport Way and the Highway 120

Bypass. While waiting for the permit, Paul, an active member of the Men of Woodbridge (MOW), presented his idea at a meeting and asked for volunteers. Twothirds of those present responded favorably.

Caltrans issued a seven-year permit in Paul’s name for the Del Webb Men of Woodbridge and provided hard hats, vests and Paul Bowers picks up litter around the grabbers. The project was a “go.”

Woodbridge community every Friday.

Approximately 14 MOW volunteers now pick up trash and debris every third Tuesday along the Airport Way/Highway 120 Bypass on and off ramps.

“It only takes an hour-anda-half, and we feel pride in helping the community and in having our members recognized,” said Paul.

The volunteers have also discovered some unusual litter. One member found a $50 bill and took his work crew of two others Belle Glade Lane good friends and neighbors Bernie to breakfast; Paul found a Jenson and Del Henry take turns helping Paul. wallet with credit cards which he was able to return to the owner, and another volunteer was startled by a gopher snake.

Paul and his church

Paul is thinking Paul's "Litter Getter" sports eyes with long lashes, red lips and a mustache. ahead about enlisting volunteers from his church Paul and his family to man another Adopt-a-Highway Paul and his wife Shirley moved program at the new Highway 99/ from Modesto to live in Woodbridge Lathrop Road interchange. “It five years ago, but both are all depends on a sound wall. If graduates of Manteca High School. one is installed, volunteers may They have three children, eight not collect litter for safety reasons. grandchildren and two greatSafety reasons are why we see so grandchildren. On February 15, much highway trash on the way to the Bowers celebrated 55 years of Modesto,” he explained. wedded bliss at a family gathering in their Belle Glade Lane home.

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Life at Woodbridge

Story and photos by Sue Lough

"Welcome to Medicare!" was the theme of a neighborhood party held at Mike and Sue Lough's on Sunday, April 7. It was discovered that three neighbors, Sharon Tassano, Mike Lough and Roger Cunning, were all turning 65 in April. We immediately decided this definitely called for a celebration, and that the three families would host a mutual party. It is well known that our neighborhood will look for any excuse to have a party!

Mike grilled hot dogs and hamburgers while guests provided side dishes to share. We had a great afternoon of food, fun, conversation and laughter as everyone got to know their neighbors just a little better.

Most of us have not lived in this neighborhood very long; others moved in as recently as two weeks ago. The neighbors couldn't be friendlier, and Woodbridge is turning out to be a wonderful place to live. I am looking forward to living here for many years and to the many celebrations to come.

Photos courtesy of Sue Lough.

TOP LEFT: Mike Lough holds a birthday balloon while posing with fellow 'New-to-65-and-Medicare' neighbors, Sharon Tassano and Roger Cunning last month. The trio celebrated their April birthdays at a neighborhood gathering on Red Bud Way. Life at Woodbridge is all about bringing people together, and these newly acquainted Woodbridge neighbors have caught the Woodbridge Spirit! TOP RIGHT: This clever birthday cake welcomes Mike, Roger and Sharon to their new status as Medicare beneficiaries. ABOVE: Sharing the fun are (l to r) Carol Turner, Dick Dickie, Robyn Bartley, Sylvia Dickie, Gloria Gerow and Benita Ohler.

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Historical May Milestones

By Bekke Hess

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ive years ago, the Del Webb Woodbridge Clubhouse was completed. Other items of historical note include: • May 1 is known around the world as “May Day.” It has long been celebrated as a spring festival; in socialist countries, it is also a worker’s holiday, similar to our Labor Day. • On May 21,1927, Charles Lindbergh completed the first transatlantic solo flight from New York to Paris, where he was met by cheering crowds. His airplane was nicknamed the 'Spirit of St. Louis' and can be seen in the National Air and Space Museum at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. Five years later, Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic from Newfoundland to Ireland.

• Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were ambushed in 1934 and died in a fusillade of gunfire, ending their reign of terror in the Midwest. The couple murdered several people and committed hundreds of robberies.

• Early in May 1915, the Lusitania was struck by a torpedo fired by a German submarine, foundered and sank. More than one thousand people perished in the disaster.

• On May 14, 1607, in Jamestown, Virginia, the first permanent English settlement in the New World was established.

• This year, Memorial Day is celebrated on May 27. Originally known as Decoration Day, it is a tribute to all the men and women who have died during service to our country. It is also the unofficial first day of summer vacation.

Photo circa 1993 by Deb Ristau.

The Spirit of St. Louis flown by Charles Lindbergh.

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Woodbridge residents living and loving the Woodbridge life last month

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Reno Cortesi, Glenda Mohrman and Mary Salvador are ready in the announcer's booth at Del Webb Field; Leila and Barry Carter enjoy the Rhythm Riders concert, as do Jim and Cindy Armstrong (below); and (left, l to r) Gale Serpa, Sharon Sgro, Karan Plummer and Oveta Blanchard. BOTTOM: The softball teams line up for opening day at Del Webb Field.

WBL Photos by Robert Philis and Deb Ristau.

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By Karla Hoyer

Karla's guide to local eats and treats Haven Acres Bar & Grill

Serving the community since 1979.

1691 Frewert Road ~ Lathrop, CA 95330 209-983-0643 Monday – Thursday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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f you’re looking to step outside the box for a new place to eat, I have just the place for you. Haven Acres Bar & Grill is a place where the ambiance is extremely casual, and it’s a very relaxed place to dine on the Delta. This is a great place to go on a warm spring or summer day to watch the boats go down the river while dining or just enjoying a glass of wine. Haven Acres offers outdoor seating on a deck overlooking the Delta. Restaurant owner Rich Hogan is in the process of building a new deck closer to the water’s edge for dining and cocktails.

Jane and Garry Kerr joined Craig and me for dinner at Haven Acres to relax and watch the sun set. Haven Acres offers a menu of salads, sandwiches, burgers and appetizers. The food is fresh and served hot or cold in a very timely fashion. The waitresses are friendly, polite and cheerful and make everyone feel welcome. The prices at Haven Acres are very reasonable and many specials are offered. A big favorite is Taco Tuesday, where for $5 you get two tacos and beans along with chips and salsa. You can add extra tacos for $1 each. You won’t leave hungry.

Thirsty Thursday is another great special offered at Haven Acres where the drinks are cheaper and the hamburgers are only $2 along with fries or onion rings for $1. The Fish Friday Special is “all you can eat” deepfried shrimp or shrimp scampi for $9.99.

I spent my most recent birthday celebrating at Haven Acres with 20 of my fantastic Woodbridge friends. I first learned of this place from Dodie Miller when she told me about the Alligator Races held on the Delta at Haven Acres each August. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the races and is sure to be as exciting as ever. Children and adults race on huge inflatable reptiles for top bragging rights.

Haven Acres is actually located in a trailer park setting on the west side of I-5 on the San Joaquin Delta. A free boat ramp is offered for patrons.

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The way we are...

By Dodie Miller

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Our namesake gets a facelift

Early in April, Mirage Painting finished a multiweek refurbishing of the railing on our wooden bridge, the bridge that inspired our community's name. The result is a fresh and revitalized look that will also preserve the wood for several more years. The Clubhouse repaint is primed and ready. Work should get underway soon when inspection reports and possible repairs are completed. Watch the portal for the latest update on the Clubhouse repaint project.

WBL photos by Robert Philis.

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WOA Groups

By Linda Little

By Deb Ristau

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The group raised ticket prices from $12.50 per person last year to $20 per person this year, surmising that the prices had been too low because 160 tickets were sold in 10 days.

However, the opposite was true last month.

They sold only 88 tickets but made up the difference with a raffle and silent auction. The veterans are now confident that each of the WWII veterans who wish to participate in the Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C., will have that opportunity. The

Veterans of Woodbridge wish to thank our very generous residents, friends and neighbors who helped make this possible.

The veterans are now faced with only one project going forward. The group will focus all efforts on the Veterans Memorial project they spearheaded in the new North Park.

After voting unanimously in March to put all other fundraising projects and requests on hold until both the memorial and the Honor Flight projects were fully funded, the group is planning two events for the remainder of the year.

Future events include a dinner and show on September 11, and a Veterans Day dance on November 9.

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Veterans say fundraiser dinner/dance was "huge success" he Veterans of Woodbridge exceeded expectations after getting off to a rocky start with a spaghetti dinner and dance held last month at the Lakeview Clubhouse.

Gardens of the Northwest

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et your senses be excited as you learn about the gardens of Washington and western Canada presented by Sandi Larson, Woodbridge resident and Master Gardener. This presentation, a continuation of the Women of Woodbridge Speaker Series, will take place Thursday, May 30, at 2 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room of the Lakeview Clubhouse.

Without leaving the comfort of your chair, you will be able to breathe in the beauty of the Northwest region and possibly be inspired to journey there yourself. The Butchart Gardens in Victoria, British Columbia, is a popular tourist destination in the area and will be featured in this presentation. Sandi will also talk about which plants from the Northwest are suitable for growing in Manteca.

Sandi writes the gardening feature which appears each month in Woodbridge LIFE (page 30). She is also a local real estate agent.

There is no fee to attend this presentation. However, please sign up at the front desk in the Lakeview Clubhouse as we need a count for set-up and preparation of materials.

The Butchart Gardens flourishes in an old mining excavation pit in Victoria, British Columbia. The gardens are ever-changing.

Master Gardener Sandi Larson will discuss the beauty and bounty of the Butchart Gardens in a Speakers Series presentation hosted by the Women of Woodbridge, WBL photo by Deb Ristau. Thursday, May 30, at 2 p.m., in the Multipurpose Room of the Lakeview Clubhouse.

Photo by Deb Ristau.

From left to right: Gary Pater and Fred and Patty Gallegos help prepare mushrooms for spaghetti sauce for the veterans Italian Night last month.

Photo circa 2001 by Deb Ristau.

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Men of Woodbridge

Woodbridge LIFE Honor Our Military

By Joanna Fuchs

By Ed Shoup

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e just completed one of our big cooking events, the St. Patrick’s Day Dinner with corned beef and cabbage. It was a great success and serving the meal was great and enjoyed by all who attended.

Our next event is the annual Mother’s Day Breakfast Sunday, May 12, with two sittings, 9 to 10:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Tickets are available and a flyer has been posted, so get your tickets now with the sitting you prefer.

Our men will meet at 8 a.m. to start the preparations.

All resident men are encouraged to join our group on the second Monday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Clubhouse. I hope to see some new faces at the next meeting, Monday, May 13, 2013.

Let's honor our military, The men and women who serve, Whose dedication to our country Does not falter, halt or swerve.

Let's respect them for their courage; They're ready to do what's right To keep America safe, So we can sleep better at night.

Let's support and defend our soldiers, Whose hardships are brutal and cruel, Whose discipline we can't imagine, Who follow each order and rule.

Here's to those who choose to be warriors And their helpers good and true; They're fighting for American values; They're fighting for me and you.

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Artists and Crafters

By Deb Ristau

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he Woodbridge Artists and Crafters Group is planning a show and tell workshop for Saturday, May 18, hosted by the paper crafters. There are quilters, jewelry makers, painters and paper crafters ready to share their talents.

The group invites all Woodbridge residents to come by the Lakeview Clubhouse between 9 a.m. and noon or between 1 and 5 p.m. to see samples of their work and watch paper crafters make cards and design scrapbook pages. You may even try out some of the latest crafting tools.

You are also invited to display any craft projects you created. If you would like to display a craft item at the show, please contact Betty Grandt at 209-815-9827.

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plants to protect them from drying out too quickly and to give them a little

By Sandi Larson, Master Gardener protection from our I always admire folks e are now in a full-on warm summers. I who have close cropped vegetable garden planting don’t understand the jasmine either on a trellis month. Make sure you give your procedure of placing or on the ground. That garden at least six to 10 hours of rocks around a plant sun a day. The best location would type of fine pruning takes – I believe that rocks time and persistence. be facing south. There are many could possibly have varieties of vegetables but try the opposite effect Now is a good time to to find the varieties that do best of mulch – they can Sandi Larson put in summer bulbs such in our area. If you are planting easily heat up your as calla lilies, dahlias, vegetables in containers, consider soil and possibly fry your roots. lilies and tuberous begonias. I love using the dwarf variety or the Watch out for plants in pots on the zinnias, both the dwarf and cherry variety for tomatoes. concrete – they are going to heat up larger varieties, that are now in quickly in our summer heat and will nurseries.

For good vegetable plants, I like need more water.

Park Greenhouse in Ripon. They f you’re looking for plants to put are closed Sundays but open I want to again mention the Hoplia in pots, some of my favorites are: every other day of the week. In beetle. It loves white, light yellow impatiens, New Guinea impatiens, addition to vegetables, they have and peach colored roses. These petunias, potato vine (purple and good bedding plants and wonderful lime green) and Euphorbia “Diamond beetles are out for two to four weeks indoor plants. A quick reminder when our roses are at their peak, and Frost.” Wire vine is a fairly new for tomatoes: Buy “determinate” then they’re gone for another year. introduction and can grow outdoors if you want them to ripen at one There is no real cure or prevention, in Manteca. Several friends have time, or if you’d like tomatoes just get out early in the morning and planted it in the ground in a shady all season long, look for an throw the beetles in a bucket of soapy location. Warning: It can be “indeterminate” variety. water. Check out the University very invasive. It looks great in a of California (UC) Integrated Pest pot and grows nicely on support. phids are out in force now, so Management (IPM) publication on Also try licorice plant; there are you can either spray them off Hoplia Beetles. some varieties that have smaller your flower buds (if the buds are strong enough to handle the water) leaves than others. A good place our lawns may start showing or get the Bayer 12-month systemic to find plants for pot culture is Ace signs of crabgrass brought in Hardware in Ripon or Tracy. in the ground either through by our friendly mow and blow guys. concentrated liquid or granules.

Try to get at it early or, if that isn’t This is a good month to have your I prefer the liquid because with possible, check out some of the postirrigation system checked. If you our drip irrigation, it could take a emergent solutions at the UC IPM want to save on irrigation, you month for the granules to dissolve. can mulch around the base of your site specifically for crabgrass. The If your spring flowering shrubs such as lilac, azalea, snowball bush and camellia have just finished blooming, now is the time to prune. I was recently reminded to prune back a small portion of the hardwood lilac branches close to the ground to give them a chance to rejuvenate. It’s also a good time to fertilize azaleas and camellias with acid type fertilizer after they’ve finished blooming. Many growers believe that fertilizing those two acid-loving plants once in the spring and once in the fall is enough. Rhododendrons would also fall into this category, although they may be in bloom.

Garden Tasks for May

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Your jasmine will be blooming this month unless your gardeners cut them in the last month!

Photo courtesy of Sandi Larson.

Antique David Austin Rose.

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other thing I try to remember as we get into the warmer months is to have your lawn mowed a little higher than in the winter. It helps to minimize evaporation and helps shade the roots.

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he City of Manteca will soon lower water pressure between the hours of 4 and 7 a.m. due to high demand. They advise changing our watering schedules, but not between noon and 6 p.m.

Remember, if your address is even numbered, you may only water on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; odd numbered homes may water Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. No watering is permissible between noon and 6 p.m. I recommend watering very early in the morning.

An event I never miss is the Manteca Garden Club Garden Tour planned for May 11, the Saturday prior to Mothers’ Day. Tickets are available at Silverado and Park Greenhouse nurseries in Ripon, Morris Nursery in Riverbank, Delicato Vineyards, Ed’s Rockery and German Glas Werks in Manteca. This year we are pleased to again have two or three homes from Del Webb by Woodbridge featured in the Garden Tour. We usually feature six or seven homes total throughout Manteca. Tickets are $15, and the tour is held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It is best to buy tickets prior to the tour, but, if you don’t, the first house is 1619 Snapdragon Way, east of highway 99. We have lots of raffle prizes; wonderful gardens are featured, and this is our main fundraiser for scholarships and civic beautification.

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any Woodbridge residents are members of the Manteca Garden Club. If you’d like to attend, we meet the third Monday of the month, September through June. All are welcome whether you are an advanced gardener or beginner. The meeting is held at the Manteca Library at 12:30 p.m.

For more information, go to www.

MantecaGardenClub.org.

Happy gardening!

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FIRST LOOK … ? LASTING IMPRESSIONS Story and photo by Pam Phelps

Hello, friends. My name is Pam and I am one of the newer residents of Del Webb Woodbridge. I thought I would share with you the experience, through my eyes, of how I came to be part of this wondrous community.

Almost four years ago, my dear husband passed away and I found myself suddenly very lost and very alone. This is not to say that I did not have support, because I did have the support of the most extraordinary family imaginable. Be that as it may, I found that all of the maintenance and upkeep of my large home was suddenly, and completely, on my shoulders alone. I asked myself, “How can I do this? Do I want to keep doing this?”

When the dust settled, there were many serious decisions to be made, and they had to be made by me!

I tried my best to make a go of the situation but soon realized that the house seemed like it was getting larger, the stairs were getting steeper, and I certainly was not getting any younger and neither was my house! It seemed a bigger and bigger task to keep up the four-bedroom, threebath, 2-½-story home with two large yards and a pool - all by myself. So, after 35 years, (yikes, now I’m really dating myself!) it was time to downsize my housing and finances. Thus began the hunt to find “just the right new home.” I looked for almost three years in the Bay Area because it was all I’ve known all my life. But later it became pointedly clear that I would not be able to afford anything I’d value over time there. So, I started searching the Internet. And, after many inquiries and responses, I received an invitation from Del Webb to attend a “meet and greet” here at Woodbridge in April 2012.

Exhausted, and reaching for a lifeline, I responded with a “yes” to the invitation, thinking to myself, “Well, Pam, you’ve got more time than money ... just go already!” So, with the help of a Google map and directions, off I went from San Jose to Manteca, a place yet unknown to me. I have to admit, part of me was very nervous and unsure and part of me felt like Magellan going off to explore a new land. This may sound dramatic, but my emotions were very fragile and at a heightened state at this point.

I arrived at the appointed time and place (after getting lost and having

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to call the sales office - another necessary confession). And, from the time I parked and started the walk up to the Clubhouse for the event, I was greeted and embraced with the most surprising and welcoming spirit I could ever have imagined. It may sound funny, but it was like new people I didn’t even know had wrapped me up in a warm, fuzzy blanket. The meeting went extremely well. Valued information was provided by both the sales staff and resident ambassadors who were kind enough to sit at our tables and address our tough questions head-on. There was NO pressure from anyone … what a lovely surprise! Then, I was off to see the models as suggested. I walked, paused, considered and dreamed.

Within an hour, I heard my little inner voice say, “I’m hooked!” So, off I went, back to the sales office. After many more visits to Woodbridge with family and friends, the rest is ‘history.’ Of course, I purchased the home that would take me into my future in the community many could only dream of being part of their lives.

Waiting for my little bungalow (now known as “Casa de Pam”) to be built, I stayed in temporary housing while exploring the surrounding areas as often as possible. Something awakened the ‘brave’ in me, and I found myself jumping into my car every day with a new excitement about finding out more about the county that was to be my new home. So many interesting areas, so many charming sites if you just take the time to look and investigate. I saw acres of lush vineyards and magnificent wild flowers. I visited a winery I did not even know existed previously. I quickly discovered the welcome, slower pace of life here; that people take the time to wave and smile, to hold the door open for you, to actually let you cross the street safely and to greet you with genuine warmth when you enter their establishments. I visited and supported “mom and pop” businesses that are thriving because of locals who believe they should. These were heart-warming and very fulfilling road trips to be sure! At times I feel like I’ve been transported back into the days of “American Graffiti.” Just look at Manteca’s charming Main Street and you’ll see what I mean. All of the wonderful wall murals tell quite a story.

And now, here I am … part of the “Northwest Territory” on my huge, four-house street, Bent Willow Way. I love where I am and am still looking for little ways to ‘tweak’ my home from time to time to make it my own. Aaand, my neighbors? I think they were dropped from heaven!

They have quickly become extended family as far as I’m concerned. They are so warm, loving, caring and involved. One of my brothers (and there are many) said, “Sis, you’ve moved into Disneyland for adults.” Yes, that may be true, but I really think that I have moved into “Ozzie and Harriet Land.”

How fortunate are we to be within this beautiful bubble dropped out of heaven on a verrry good day? I think, we are extremely fortunate, indeed!

"Sweet May hath come to love us, Flowers, trees, their blossoms don; And through the blue heavens above us The very clouds move on."

- Heinrich Heine, Book of Songs

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We also sell all the accessories you want or need at a discounted price, including covers, batteries & chargers, seat belts, lights & blinker kits. We can either install the parts and/or accessories or you can chose to install them yourself.

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WOA Groups and Clubs:

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Club, Group Artists & Crafters

Day Mon/Wed/Sat Monday Sunday 1st Wednesday Monday 3rd Monday 1st Tuesday Tuesdays Tuesday Thursday Friday Thursday Fri/Sat

Bocce Ball Book Club Bridge Bunco Cancer Support Chair Volleyball Cribbage Crochet/Knitting Dance Drama Game Night Grandparents Hand & Foot Cards

Having More Retirement Accounts Is Not The Same As Having More Money.

When it comes to the number of retirement accounts you have, the saying “more is better” is not necessarily true. In fact, if you hold multiple accounts with various brokers, it can be difficult to keep track of your investments and to see if you’re properly diversified.* At the very least, multiple accounts usually mean multiple fees.

Bringing your accounts to Edward Jones could help solve all that. Plus, one statement can make it easier to see if you’re moving toward your goals. *Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss.

To learn why consolidating your retirement accounts to Edward Jones makes sense, call your local financial advisor today.

Sharon T Amick Financial Advisor .

1144 South Main Street Manteca, CA 95337 209-824-1000

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Wed/Fri/Sun Thursday Men of Woodbridge 2nd Monday Mexican Train Dominoes Tuesday Thursday

1 p.m.

7 p.m.

10 a.m.

1 p.m.

7 p.m.

Neighborhood Watch Pickleball

10 a.m.

Weekdays

Monday Mon/Wed/Fri Ladies' Doubles Tue/Thu Men's Doubles Wed/Fri Pinochle Monday Thursday Poker Wednesday Friday Second Chance Band Varies Strummin' Wonders Monday Tennis Sun/Tue/Thu Monday Trivia (Fun Trivia) 3rd Tuesday Veterans 2nd Monday WB Softball See Schedule Wheels of Woodbridge 1st Tuesday Wine 101 1st Wednesday Women of Woodbridge 3rd Wednesday Woodbridge Singers Alternate Mondays

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7 p.m.

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Open Play 6 p.m.

7 Ppm. 4 p.m.

Varies 10 a.m.

Varies 11 a.m.

7 p.m.

Contact Kathy Dezotte

Phone 209-239-1617

Ray Pfoutz Reneé St. Lawrence Don St. Lawrence Mary Braun Jackie Rudy Jacquie Steffy Dave Steffy Reneé St. Lawrence Bill Goodwin Anne Madrid Pat Buxton Claudia Watkins Ann King

209-239-0387 209-825-7137 209-825-7137 209-239-0409 209-824-0454 209-825-4805 209-825-4805 209-825-7137 209-823-9767 209-824-5725 209-239-8663 209-823-8678 209-815-9805

Terrell Estes

209-824-7464

Bob Hall Robert Philis

209-239-5712 209-239-1542

Claudia Watkins

209-823-8678

Al Sanchez Joe Victoria John Green Carla Marquardt Matt Madrid

209-239-8235 209-815-9343 209 239-5256 209-624-3754 209-824-5725

Bob Hall Nick Music Dave Reed Bill Barnhart Ron Kreitzer Marybeth Saari Jacquie Steffy

209-239-5712 209-825-9451 209-239-5175 209-629-8838 209-923-4350 209-629-8430 209-825-4805

Location ACR ACR BBC CR CR CR CR MPR MPR ACR MPR MPR CR Varies ACR ACR CR CR CR Varies TPC TPC TPC TPC TPC LVC LVC LVC LVC Varies CR/ACR TPC TPC CR MPR DWF CR BR MPR MPR

Non WOA Clubs of Interest: Member SIPC

Club Christian Men 55ers RV Group Indoor Walking Class Iowa Girls Quilters Red Hat Ladies Senior Bowling Women's Bible Study ACR AR BBC BLDR

Arts & Crafts Room Andover Room Bocce Ball Courts Billiard Room

BR CR DK DWF

Day Varies Varies Mon/Wed/Fri Varies 2nd Friday Varies Tuesday Friday Bristol Room Club Room Demo Kitchen Del Webb Field

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FITC GPC IP LBRY

Fitness Center Golf Putt Course Indoor Pool Library

Contact Mel Reynolds Sue Edmiston Jacque Reynolds Chris Russell Kathy Dezotte Claudia Watkins Barbara Silva Carolyn Johnson

Phone 209-624-3768 209-601-9210 209-629-8508 209-559-1169 209-239-1617 209-823-8678 209-824-0262 209-239-0936

LVC Lakeview Clubhouse MPR Multipurpose Room OP Outdoor Pool PATIO Outdoor BBQ & Patio

Location Varies Varies MPR Varies ACR Varies Strike Zone Varies

TPC Tennis & Pickelball Courts PMH Pulte Model Homes PP Panda Park QR Quincy Room SBP Stockbridge Park

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WOA Special Events Calendar 1

6 p.m. - Wine 101

May 5

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4 p.m. – Five-Year Clubhouse Anniversary

9 a.m. - MOW Mother’s Day Breakfast

2 p.m. - Policy & Procedures Committee Meeting

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MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVED

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5:30 p.m. - Office Max PC & Photo Services Seminar

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2 p.m. - Finance Committee Meeting 5:30 p.m. - Potluck Night

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5 – 7 p.m. - Sip for Scholarship

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4 p.m. Communication Committee Meeting

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12 p.m. - Ladies’ Luncheon

3 p.m. - Community Listening Post

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7 p.m. - Woodbridge Singers Salute to The Carpenters

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1:30 p.m. - Board of Directors Closed Exec.

Meeting

3 p.m. - Property & Grounds Committee Meeting

6:30 p.m. - Strummin’ Wonders Patriotic Sing Along

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5 p.m. - Happy Hour

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8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

-Communitywide Garage Sale

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9 a.m. - CPR Class

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8 a.m. - Arts & Crafts Workshop Show & Tell Event

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Board Meetings: Wednesday, May 29 at 3 p.m. – Board of Directors meeting Wednesday, June 26 at 6 p.m. – Board of Directors meeting

Committee Meetings: Friday, May 3 at 4 p.m. – Communication meeting Thursday, May 9 at 3 p.m. – Property & Grounds meeting

6 p.m. - New Resident Orientation

Tuesday, May 28 at 2 p.m. – Finance meeeting

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4 p.m. Communication Committee Meeting

Friday, May 31 at 4 p.m. – Communication meeting

3 p.m. - Board Meeting

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New Resident Orientation: Thursday, May 30 at 6 p.m.

Thursday, June 27 at 9 a.m.

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4:30 p.m. - Board of Directors Closed Exec.

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2:30 p.m. – Return from Tahoe Getaway

6:30 p.m. - Drama Play

2 p.m. - Community Listening Post

6:30 p.m. - Drama Play

5 p.m. - Happy Hour

6:30 p.m. - Drama Play

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5:30 p.m. - Potluck Night

8:30 a.m. – Leave for Tahoe Getaway

6 p.m. - Board Meeting

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WOA Dates to Remember

Monday, May 13 at 2 p.m. – Policy & Procedures meeting

► All regularly scheduled club and group meeting dates and times are listed on page 34.

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9 a.m. - New Resident Orientation

4 p.m.

-Communication Committee Meeting

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10 a.m. - Spring Garden Tour

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‘50s Hot Rods Dance Band - Doors open at 6 p.m.; band plays at 7 p.m.

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Wednesday, May 15 at 3 p.m. – Community Listening Post Wednesday, June 19 at 2 p.m. – Community Listening Post

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WBL Photo by Deb Ristau.

WBL Photo by Robert Philis.

Couples embrace Woodbridge lifestyle

WBL Photo by Deb Ristau.

WBL Photo by Deb Ristau.

Robi and Ray Cornelius embrace the Woodbridge Lifestyle.

Dottie and Dick Aubrey travel with precious cargo.

Jeff and Gail Pace kicked up the dance floor at the Rhythm Riders concert.

Jack and Georgie Furrer enjoy the Veterans Italian Night.

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Where in the world ?

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Share your travel photos with us. We especially love it when you take along a copy of our very own community newspaper, Woodbridge LIFE.

Wow! Woodbridge LIFE is globe trotting! CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: With Maria and Vern Mendes at the Super Bowl in New Orleans; with Sharon and Ron Kreitzer going through the Panama Canal; with Robyn and Jerry Bartley on the south rim of the Grand Canyon; with Jana Kattenhorn aboard the Radiance of the Seas in front of the Sydney Opera House; with Fran and Mike Hutchings at Sandals, Grand Antigua and (above) with Carol and Bill Goodwin, Mickey Thole and Sharyl Burgeson, LaDean Talcott and Jim and Patty DeRoos who spent four days at long-time Manteca friend LaDean’s vacation condo in Pismo Beach. According to Sharyl Burgeson, "Our condo was right on the sand!"

Send travel photos to WBLIFE2012@gmail.com

Please use highest resolution and type WB TRAVEL in the subject line or leave photos at the front desk.

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