Lunch `n` Learn - Sun City Aliante

October 2014
Edition 135
The BREEZE
A Monthly Publication of Sun City Aliante Community Association, Inc.
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SCAL Hosts NV Senior Games Pickleball Tournament - New Sports Complex
Meet ‘n’ Greet Candidates - Vista Ballroom
California Dreamin’ - Musical Folk Renaissance - Vista Ballroom
Monster Mash Halloween Ball - Vista Ballroom
7th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair - SCAL Community Center
They’re Back - Monroe Powell’s Salute to the Platters
WE ARE...
FROM THE PRESIDENT
MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT
Don Schaefer, President, SCAL HOA
Board of Directors
Sun City Aliante Community Association
7394 Aliante Parkway
N. Las Vegas, Nevada 89084
www.scalnlv.com
Association Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Community Center
702-638-5065
Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
FirstService Residential, Nevada
702-737-8580
www.fsresidential.com
Community Association Manager
Arnie Snow - 702-638-5007
[email protected]
Assistant Activities & Fitness Director
Trish Williamson - 702-638-5035
[email protected]
Activities & Fitness Department
Office Manager
Lori Daniels - 702-638-5065
[email protected]
Director of Standards and Compliance
Cathie Snow - 702-638-5023
[email protected]
Board of Directors
Don Schaefer, President
Warren Geller, Vice President
Mark Smith, Secretary
Betty Kramer, Treasurer
Judith Hanson, Director
Wayne Headrick, Director
Mark Klein, Director
Aliante Master Association Info
702-638-7770
The Breeze
As your Board president, I am asking you to get involved. Attend a Board
meeting; come to a workshop; attend a committee meeting; and learn about
the association, so you won’t be surprised when certain actions are taken by
the Board. I feel we are the luckiest association in North Las Vegas. Very few
associations have the facilities we have, and even fewer offer the activities and
programs that are presented each month.
I know we would have a thousand unit owners at the next Board meeting if the
rumor was that the Board was considering an increase in assessments. Make it
a point to get informed. It’s your home, your community, and we want to hear
from you.
Don Schaefer
Publisher & Editor in Chief - Lynn Garlock-Wright
Managing Editor - Trish Williamson
Resident Consultant - Sandy Valley
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Facilities Manager
Juan Macias - 702-638-5009
[email protected]
T H E
Customer Service Coordinator
We, as members of a volunteer board, do not elect to make decisions in a
vacuum. Decisions are, hopefully, made once all the pertinent data is in, and
it is determined that the action taken is in the best interest of the community.
Not every Board member may agree; but in a volunteer democracy, the
majority decision carries. We, who volunteer to run for the Board, do the very
best we can for the community. We have heard that unit owners want the
Board to act faster than we do. Those in favor don’t understand why it takes
so long to come to a final conclusion. The same is true for those who oppose
an action. Both sides need to understand the Board has a fiduciary duty to the
unit owners to maintain and enhance the quality of the lifestyle people wanted
when they bought here. The Board understands not everyone takes advantage
of the facilities or the programs that are offered, but that does not mean we
shouldn’t have these facilities or activities.
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Assistant Manager
Virginia Marquart - 702-638-5006
[email protected]
Certainly, owners have the right to answers. This is our community, and what
is done or not done affects everyone. My first response, especially to questions
about the “sport complex,” is: did you attend any of the workshops held in
2013? Have you attended a Board meeting or even read the Breeze? Sad to
say, the answer is generally no; or I don’t have time for such meetings; or I won’t
be using this or that, so why do I care? In truth, we all need to care.
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Activities & Fitness Director
Lynn Garlock-Wright - 702-638-5061
[email protected]
It seems hard to believe, but we are about
to end the third quarter of 2014. Over the
summer months, I have had some time to
think about what is happening and what I
perceive is missing. I’ve had owners approach
me asking, “What is happening within our
community?” I receive questions about
parking on the streets; questions about
the money we are spending on the “sports
complex” and questions about removal
of grass around the front drive into the
community and around the community center.
ASSOCIATION NEWS
Dear Residents:
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Good nutrition plays an important
role in how well you age. Eating a
healthful diet helps keep your body
strong and can help reduce your
risk for heart disease, diabetes,
stroke and osteoporosis. Studies
even show a link between healthful
eating and longevity.
“As we age, the body becomes less
efficient at absorbing some key
nutrients. Appetite and taste can
suffer from loss of sense of smell
and taste or from side effects of
medications. Bad teeth can make
some foods difficult to chew or digest,” said
Arthur Hayward, MD, a geriatrician and the clinical lead physician for
elder care with Kaiser Permanente’s Care Management Institute. “So
choosing foods carefully is smart.”
Here are five tips to help you get the nutrition your body needs:
1. Avoid empty calories.
Foods with empty calories may contain very few vitamins and
minerals. “Convenience foods,” such as packaged snacks, chips and
sodas, are common sources of empty calories. Avoid the “bad” carbs
-- foods that have white flour, refined sugar and white rice.
2. Choose nutrient-rich foods.
Eat a variety of foods. The more you vary the foods you eat, the more
vitamins, minerals and other nutrients you get. For example:
* Eat lots of fruits and vegetables -- Choose fresh, frozen or no-salt
canned vegetables and fruits in their own juice or light syrup.
* Eat foods with protein -- Protein is found in lean meat, fish, poultry,
eggs and cheese, cooked beans, peanut butter and nuts and seeds.
* Get enough calcium and vitamin D -- Calcium and vitamin D are
found in milk and milk products, including yogurt and cheese. They
are also in green leafy vegetables (spinach, kale, collard greens) and
tofu.
* Include foods high in vitamin B12 -- After 50, the body produces
less gastric acid and absorbs less B12, which helps keep blood and
nerves vital. B12 is found in milk, meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
* Eat high-fiber foods -- This includes fruits, vegetables, cooked dried
beans and whole grains.
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3. Drink plenty of fluids.
Drink plenty of fluids -- enough so that your urine is light yellow or
clear like water. Fiber and fluids help with constipation.
4. If your appetite is poor.
Try eating smaller meals, several times a day, instead of one or two
large meals. Eating while socializing with others may help your
appetite. You might also ask about changing medicines. Medication
can cause appetite or taste problems.
5. Eat soft foods.
As we approach our senior years, chewing food is sometimes
difficult. Choose low-sodium canned vegetables or cooked fruits and
vegetables. These are often softer. Chop or shred meat, poultry or
fish. Add sauce or gravy to the meat to help keep it moist.
For healthy recipe ideas, check out Kaiser Permanente’s Food for
Health blog at https://foodforhealth.kaiserpermanente.org.
In addition to eating a balanced diet, aim for 150 minutes of physical
activity each week. Ten-minute sessions several times a day on most
days are fine. For more information, visit kp.org and everybodywalk.
org. For questions or advice about a specific condition, talk with your
physician. Source: News USA.
I hope to see all of you at the Halloween Bash this month.
Lynn Garlock-Wright
Activities & Fitness Director
ASSOCIATION NEWS
BOD NOTICE
This Notice is distributed according to NRS116.31083. At the
beginning of every Board Meeting, there is a member comment
period for comments relating to agenda items only. At the end
of every Board meeting, there is a member comment period for
comments on any subject.
During this period, the Board will hear member comments. The
Board of Directors will not take action on comments or requests
made during the comment periods.
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Agendas for the Board meeting are available one week prior to the
meeting at the monitor’s desk and on the Association’s website
(www.scalnlv.com). Copies of the minutes from a Board of Directors
meeting are available from the Association Office after approval by
the Board of Directors. Audio copies of a Board of Directors meeting
are available from the Association Office after the minutes have been
approved by the Board of Directors.
The Association Office is located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North
Las Vegas, Nevada 89084. Office Hours are 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday
through Friday. The telephone number for obtaining an agenda is
702-638-5000.
BOARD MEETINGS
Board Meeting Notice
Board Meeting Notice
Wednesday, October 8, 2014, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, December 10, 2014, 7 p.m.
BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE
Wednesday, October 8, 2014, 8 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 8 p.m.
Wednesday, December 10, 2014, 8 p.m.
Aliante Garage Sale
October 11 & 12
The next Garage Sale, sponsored by the Aliante Master Community,
will be held on Saturday and Sunday, October 11 and October 12.
For more information, please contact Kerry Guerra, lifestyle director
at the Aliante Master Community at 702-399-4273.
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ASSOCIATION NEWS
COMMUNITY STANDARDS
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News from Community
Standards
It’s time to prepare your landscape for
the cooler temperatures! Desert plants
grow whenever water is available to
them. Because new growth is tender, it is
very important to limit the water given
to desert plants, especially cactus, during
the winter. Most desert-adapted species
can survive a cold winter well with one
good soaking at the end of October or mid-November, and no more
water until late February. This is particularly true for cacti, which
may look shriveled, but will survive severe cold much better. Often
we experience a rather warm winter, and your watering schedule
will need to reflect this. Warm winter watering can be as little as two
to four times per month. Spring watering will resurrect them quite
nicely!
Extremely cold weather can do sever damage to your irrigation
system and exposed pipes. Don’t wait until the damage is done!
Wrap any exposed water pipes with an insulating material to protect
from freezing. Cover exposed anti-siphon valves with a protective
covering, such as PVB protectors, and fill valve boxes with perlite or
vermiculite for insulation.
Trash pickup is every Tuesday and the bulk pick up dates are October
14 and 28. Do not put your trash receptacles out at the curb before
Monday night at 6 p.m., and put them away no later than Tuesday
night at 6 p.m.
The Architectural Review Committee will meet on the October 3
and 17. All applications must be submitted no later than noon the
Thursday prior to the meeting. Please remember that any exterior
change to your home or your front or backyard requires the approval
of the ARC before you start the project.
The Membership and Compliance office will be closed on October 31
in observance of Nevada Day.
Be safe this Halloween and don’t let your yard get spooky! Make
sure to trim your trees and bushes back to your own property
line and out of your neighbor’s yard. Make sure you can see your
address numbers clearly by keeping mature trees trimmed back, and
remember to never leave out treats for wildlife no matter what time
of year it is!
To update your emergency contacts, email Cathie at csnow@
suncityaliante.us or stop by the office Monday through Friday from 8
a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m.
If you have any questions please contact me, Virginia, at 702-6385006 or [email protected].
Virginia Marquart
Director of Standards & Compliance, Assistant Manager
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Aliante Masters Association
The Aliante Master Association Board Meeting will be held
on Thursday, October 23 at 7 p.m. in the Activity Room at the
Community Center. All Aliante residents are encouraged to attend.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
KEEP THE LIGHTS ON
The North Las Vegas Police
Department recommends
that we turn on our porch
lights and the carriage lights
on your garage at night. It
helps the police, as well as the
Neighborhood Watch patrols
driving around after dark to see
the front of your home.
Make sure your porch lights and
address number lights are in
working order and not burned
out. Help make your street the
brightest in the community!
COMMITTEE NEWS
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
Meets every other Friday, 9 a.m.
Harlan Nelson at
[email protected]
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
Meets third Fridays, 10 a.m.
Lynda Towers at
[email protected]
COVENANTS COMMITTEE
Meets third Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room.
Mark Smith at
[email protected]
FINANCE COMMITTEE
LIFESTYLE COMMITTEE
Meets last Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Alan Melnick at [email protected]
PROPERTY AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE
Meets third Thursdays, 1 p.m.
ELECTION COMMITTEE
Sandy Valley at [email protected]
MONTHLY TIP
LET’S TALK TRASH
Did you know that once trash is placed on the curb it is public
property? You never know when someone might go through your
trash or just steal it altogether. They can be looking for aluminum
cans, plastic or scarier yet, your identity. Identity theft is one of the
fastest rising types of crime today!
According to the Las Vegas
Metro Police Department
Fraud Division, if your
social security number
or that 20 year-old bank
record that you finally
got around to tossing out
were to fall into the wrong
hands, you could suffer
financially.
Those in possession of
your identity information
could refinance your
home or reactivate a
closed credit card account
without your knowledge within a matter of hours. Frightening isn’t
it!!!
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B R E E Z E
Be safe,
Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains
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For more information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood
Watch program, contact our Coordinator, Jerry Overton,
at [email protected] and 702-639-2291.
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You can reduce the risk of identity theft by simply shredding your
files with a cross-cut shredder before throwing them away. The
Police Department tells us that the old straight cut shredders aren’t
good enough any more. So, do not put anything in your trash you
don’t want someone else to see, and remember to shred, shred and
cross-cut shred.
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Meets last Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Don Stewart at [email protected]
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH
HEALTH AND FITNESS
Sun City Aliante To Host
Nevada Senior Games
Pickleball Tournament
October 6-8 a.m., Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.
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Sun City Aliante will host the 2014 Nevada Pickleball Tournament, for
individuals 50 plus, in the community’s new Sports Complex (located
at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas, NV 89084) on October 6
through October 8.
The National Senior Games,
presented by Humana, is the
premier event of the National
Senior Games Association
(NSGA). To date, there have been
14 national championships in
cities throughout the country.
The 2014 Pickleball Tournament
played at Sun City Aliante is a qualifying event for the National Senior
Games and tier-3 sanctioned by the USAPA Pickleball. The schedule
includes the following:
• Monday, October 6 at 8 a.m. – Men’s Doubles and
Women’s Singles
• Tuesday, October 7 at 8 a.m. – Women’s Doubles and
Men’s Singles
• Wednesday, October 8 at 8 a.m. – Mixed Doubles
The registration began April 1, 2014 and is limited to the first 240
players to register. The link to the registration form is available on
www.nevadaseniorgames.com and www.usapa.org.
Lodging for guests is available for guests at several nearby hotels
including the Aliante Casino & Hotel, a resort located across the
street from the Pickleball courts (visit www.aliantegaming.com),
the Santa Fe Station Casino (www.santafestation.sclv.com) and the
Cannery Casino(www.cannerycasino.com).
For more information about pickleball, visit www.usapa.org and
Nevada Senior Games ([email protected]) or phone
702-242-1590. Tournament Director: Bob Ziegler at 801-414-4752 or
[email protected].
Other Team Sports Offered:
Archery - Badminton - Basketball - Bowling - Cycling - Dance - Golf
Pickleball - Pistol Shooting - Racquetball - Shuffleboard - Swimming
Table Tennis - Tennis - Track & Field - Walk-a-Thon - Basketball skills
- Volleyball (Henderson)
Blood Pressure Checks
Friday, October 10, 9 a.m.
Donna McCarthur from Centennial Hills Hospital will perform free
blood pressure checks on Friday, October 10, from 9 a.m.-10 a.m. in
the community center. No advance sign up is necessary and tests
are done on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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HEALTH AND FITNESS
Tee It Up
With A Pro
By Paul Cox, PGA
NEW SEASON, NEW
ADDITIONS
I look forward to seeing you on the practice tee here at Aliante Golf
Club, and I look forward to helping you improve your skills and your
enjoyment of the game.
This is our club, our community and I’m glad to be a part of it,
Paul
At The Club:
We’ve had a blast at the golf clinic (open to all abilities) Tuesdays at
8:30 a.m. ($20 per golfer). The clinic includes 45 minutes of group
instruction and is limited to eight students per session,
email [email protected] to sign up.
Golf Quote:
“The ardent golfer would play Mount Everest if somebody put a
flagstick on top.”
-Pete Dye
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On the Golf side of the fence, we are proud to unveil two added
values to the green fees, which we hope will also serve as a speed
up in our pace of play. Our brand new GPS system is up and running
and installed on every golf cart. The tablet-based system from Digital
Caddie will allow our golfers to get an overview of the hole before
tee off and accurately view their ball position yardage to the green;
so no more wandering around the fairways looking for yardage!
Secondly, we will include a warm up basket of practice balls, along
with our green fees, to golfers who tee off prior to twilight. This will
allow our golfers to get a bit looser before heading to the first or
tenth tee!
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It is my pleasure to welcome
you back to another
exhilarating season at Aliante
Golf Club! To those of you
who never left the valley this
summer, we survived the heat again and played some golf along the
way. To those who are rejoining us, good to have you back safely. We
have some exciting changes to discuss so let’s get right to it!
I would like to start by welcoming Chris Morris to Aliante Golf Club.
Chris is our new food and beverage manager. He hails from Troon
Golf by way of St. George property, Entrada. Chris brings a wealth of
food and beverage experience, and he has already endeared himself
to all of us here at the club. Chris is excited about the opportunity,
and I am excited to see him display his “Hibachi Ninja Skills” at our “9
and Dine,” as he was a Hibachi Chef in the past! Come over and say
hello to our “new guy,” and check out the brand new “3100 Grill” with
some of the old favorites and a new flare.
I am excited to get back to work with all of my students! We have
enjoyed a nice little break, and now it is time to get back to it. We
will offer something a bit different this year in the way of lessons. Ask
us about a “Quick Tune Up.” We will offer 20-minute lessons for $20.
These tune ups are great for folks who just want a quick look, and
you’ll be surprised how much you can accomplish in 20 minutes.
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Are You Prepared for an Emergency
or Natural Disaster?
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Wednesday, October 8, 10 a.m.
The City of North Las Vegas Office
of Emergency Management and
Homeland Security will offer a seminar
on how to prepare yourself for all types
of emergencies, including natural
disasters and potential terrorist attacks.
In the event of a disaster, emergency responders may not reach
you quickly. What do you do? The most important step to take
is knowing what to do to take care of your family. Emergency
Manager and Homeland Security Liaison for the City of North Las
Vegas Carlito Rayos will offer important information about what
to do in the event of a disaster. He will also discuss the basics you
need to maintain in a Family Disaster kit, how to receive timely
notifications to protect yourself during an emergency and much
more. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by October 7.
What You May Not Know About
Medicare Supplements...
Get the Facts!
Thursday, October 9, 10 a.m.
What are the differences between Medicare supplemental plans? Do
the same plans differ from company to company? Are the premiums
identical for the same plans from company to company? Why would
you choose one company over another?
Annual Open Enrollment… what does that mean? Can I change
companies or Medicare supplemental plans at any time during the
year?
Does the agent you use for your supplemental plan really make a
difference in what you pay and the benefits you receive?
Jacqueline Adoski of Insurance Resolutions has answers to these
questions and more. Join her on October 9 at 10 a.m. Sign up at the
monitor’s desk by October 8.
Open Enrollment for Medicare
Wednesday, October 15, 10 a.m.
It’s that time of year again. Medicare Open Enrollment begins on
October 15 and runs through December 7. All insurance companies
have submitted their plans for 2015 to the Centers for Medicare and
Medicaid Services (CMS) and are officially available for review on
October 1.
If you’d like to learn more about the changes to Medicare Open
Enrollment, Lee Jordan from Healthcare Plans West, LLC. will present
the latest information on October 15 at 10 a.m. Sign up at the
monitor’s desk by October 14.
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
What’s the Difference Between
Home Healthcare and Home Care?
What Does Medicare Cover? When Is It Too Late
to Purchase Long-Term Care?
Thursday, October 16, 11:30 a.m.
Whether you need a caregiver to stay at home with an aging
parent or you are considering an assisted-living facility, the choices,
planning and expenses involved can be intimidating. Where do you
start? At what age can you still purchase long-term care? Is it worth
it for you?
You are probably wondering: Which types of facilities are better for
your family members or your needs? What is the difference between
Home Healthcare and Home Care? Which options will Medicare
cover?
You may have a number of choices depending on the needs of your
family member and you including, skilled nursing, rehabilitation
and assisted living facilities, group homes and independent living
facilities.
During this seminar, representatives from Amada Senior Care will
give you a better understanding of the various options available.
They will also explain the difference between Home Health Care and
Home Care and what types of services are available. Lunch will be
served. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by October 15.
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
It’s Time To Dust Off the Furnace For
Winter! - Learn About NV Energy
Rebate Programs Ending Soon!
Friday, October 17, 11:30 a.m.
While it may seem early, the cold season is right around the corner.
Join Chris Roth, owner of Climate Control Experts, as he prepares
you for the upcoming fall/winter season with tips and ways to save
you money this winter. Topics will include the importance of regular
maintenance tune-ups, air filtration tips and NV Energy’s rebate
programs that can really make a difference to your bottom line.
A free 27-point fall/winter precision tune up will be raffled off. This is
a $129.00 value! Lunch will be served, don’t miss this presentation!
Sign up at the monitor’s desk by October 16.
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
Housing Options for Older Adults
Tuesday, October 21, 11:30 a.m.
Independent versus assisted living – Do you
know the difference?
In today’s housing market there are many options for older adults
looking for a safe and stable place to live. Many adults, who cannot
afford to live at home, look for independent senior apartment
communities. Others find that nursing homes or assisted living
communities are a better fit. Which option is more affordable? What
is the level of care you are looking for?
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Robert Colbert, R.N. and vice president of Quality Assurance and
Risk Management for Silver Sky at Deer Springs Assisted Living, will
present details about the different housing options available to older
adults. Following the presentation, Treavor Hudgens, executive chef
at Silver Sky at Deer Springs Assisted Living, will prepare lunch for all
attendees. There is no charge to attend and all are welcome. Sign up
at the monitor’s desk by October 20.
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
Options and Considerations for
Leaving a Financial Legacy
Wednesday, October 22, 11:30 a.m.
the most common desires.
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You may want to provide lifetime income
for a spouse, maximize assets for children
or grandchildren or minimize taxes on
your estate. If you are interested in
leaving a financial legacy, you need to
plan ahead to obtain the best results.
At this Lunch ’n’ Learn presented by
Adam Goodman, you will learn about the
important factors to consider as well as
which strategies work best for some of
The topics covered will include:
• The financial instruments that provide the greatest benefit
for your beneficiaries
• The pros and cons of different options
• Other factors to consider to realize maximum benefits
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Lunch will be served following the presentation. Sign up at the
monitor’s desk by October 21.
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Lunch ‘n’ Learn
Elder Law Essentials – “Protecting
Yourself in Uncertain Times”
Thursday, October 23, 11:30 a.m.
We are living in a time of change and uncertainty. So many things
are beyond our control. What can you control to make sure you, your
family and everything you worked for will be okay?
Mark your calendar for October 23 for a Lunch ‘n’ Learn presentation
entitled, “Elder Law Essentials - Protecting Yourself in Uncertain
Times” presented by Kim Boyer, certified elder law and VA
accredited attorney and veteran of the US Navy. She will discuss
the pros and cons of wills and trusts, the new changes in law for
advance directives, the new POLST form and powers-of-attorney,
guardianship—when they are and when they are not appropriate.
Learn about joint tenancy and how it could potentially impact
second marriages. Ask and get answers about long-term care
planning, five-year planning and a VA benefit that could help defray
the costs of long-term care. Avoid the mistakes people make with
their legal documents and avoid potentially disastrous results.
You have worked hard. Empower yourself! Join us for some great
information, and ask the questions you have in order to protect
yourself and your family. Lunch will be served. Sign up at the
monitor’s desk by October 22.
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Lunch ‘n’ Learn
The Feel Good Factor – The Gift of
Aging Well & Staying Healthy
Friday, October 24, 11:30 a.m.
Tina Marie Phyfer, APN, executive director of Clinical Care, WellHealth,
Women’s Specialty Care, will offer an informative presentation about
the process of aging, chronic/progressive age related illnesses and
how the right lifestyle, nutrition, and positive imagery can help you
preserve a long life with good health.
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If your health is important to you, make it a point to come to this
Lunch ‘n’ Learn seminar and get the facts on how you can prepare to
live to a ripe old age and feel fabulous. Sign up at the monitor’s desk
by October 23.
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
“Spine Health and YOU”
Monday, October 27, 11 a.m.
Join MountainView Hospital for a Lunch and Learn on “Aging
Back and YOU.” The guest physician speaker is Dr. John S. Thalgott,
Orthopedics Surgeon for Center Disease and Surgery of the Spine.
Learn the signs, symptoms and treatment options.
Please bring your questions for a Q & A session after the
presentation! Lunch will be provided by MountainView Hospital.
Please sign up at the monitor’s desk by October 24.
When Should You Go to the ER With
Abdominal Pain?
Tuesday, October 28, 1-2 p.m.
Abdominal pain is felt from anywhere below your ribs to your pelvis.
The abdomen houses many organs, including your stomach, liver,
pancreas, small and large bowel and reproductive organs. Serious
causes of abdominal pain include appendicitis.
Come and meet Dr. Allison Davis. Learn about the different types
of abdominal pain and when you should go to the ER. Light
refreshments will be served. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by
October 27.
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SEMINARS
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
Everything You Should Know
About Fine Jewelry, from
Purchasing to Care
now time to buy versus rent. Investors can now refinance to lower
their monthly payment and increase their rental income.
Find out about down payment assistance up to a $400K purchase
with a grant of four percent! Non repayable!
Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. October 28, 2014
Knowledge is power. Purchasing fine jewelry, whatever the
occasion, should be a pleasant experience; however, it can also be
overwhelming. Every consumer wants to feel they are making an
informed decision when making a purchase. Whatever your budget,
you should expect quality and value. During the presentation,
respresentatives from Better Jewelers will discuss what you need to
know to make an informed purchasing decision and how to care for
your fine jewelry.
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New diamond treatments to avoid at all costs
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The differences between certified and non-certified
diamonds
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How to read the hallmark stamp on jewelry to determine
what you are buying (14K-10K, filled plated etc.)
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The difference between laboratory and natural diamonds
and gemstones
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The benefits of shopping with an independent jeweler
versus a retail chain or an online store
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Why white gold has to be treated to maintain its luster
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The care of your fine jewelry
Computer Clinic
Jim Davis, Sun City Computer
Guy, will be holding a free
Computer Clinic at the
Community Center every
Thursday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. during
the months of October (except
Thursday, Oct 9th), November,
and December.
If you have any computer
questions, bring them to the free clinic, send them to Jim at
[email protected] or visit Jim’s free web site at http://
www.suncitycomputerguy.com.
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The important things to look for when you purchase a
diamond
Don’t miss this opportunity to get the scoop on the real estate
market. Lunch will be served. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by
October 29.
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Learn how you can get a mortgage credit of $2,000 a year for the
life of your loan with the MCC program! Find out about these great
programs, how to save money on your purchase and continue to get
money back year after year on your mortgage.
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Better Jewelers will be on hand to discuss these topics with you, and
answer any questions that you might have. Lunch will be served.
Sign up at the monitor’s desk by October 27.
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
Update on New Programs to Save
You Money When You Sell or
Purchase A Home
Thursday, October 30, 11:30 a.m.
Join Julia Hebert, (Realty One)
and Julia Miller (PRMG) as
they present the most current
programs and market updates
related to purchasing your dream
home or selling a home.
They will discuss “Heroes Home
Advantage” program and how
veterans, police officers, first
responders and teachers can
save on closing costs and get
CASH BACK after closing!
If you’re an investor or renter, it’s
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HOT TICKETS
*** Sign Up at the monitor’s desk by October 2
My Mother’s Italian, My
Father’s Jewish and I’m in
Therapy
Enjoy this wonderful evening of belly-laughs. Sign up by October 2.
The cost of $56 includes general admission and transportation.
We need 10 people for the group price and 20 people for a bus.
We will depart at 1:45 p.m. for the 3 p.m. show. and return
immediately following the show. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
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T H E
Prepare to laugh, prepare to cry,
prepare to join Steve Solomon
on stage with more than twenty
imaginary characters—all
brought to life by Steve’s talent
with accents, dialects and
hilarious story-telling in this side
splitting one-man show. We’ll
meet the whole gang including
the Italian/Jewish family, Steve’s
ex, their therapists, the kids, the
TSA…you get the picture. Thirty five people you’ll all identify with at
dinner with one bathroom and one plunger.
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The Smith Center in the Troesh Studio Theater
Sunday, November 2, Depart SCAL 1:45 p.m.
CSN Announces 2014-15 “Behind the Curtain”
Theatre Season Featuring
Circle Mirror Transformation
Friday, October 10, Depart SCAL at 6 p.m.
The BackStage Theatre at the College of Southern Nevada will
be home to all four theatre productions being staged by the
Department of Fine Arts Theatre Program.
Calling the season “Behind the Curtain,” new theatre faculty member
Aaron Tuttle has announced the play selections, all chosen with the
black box setting of the Back Stage Theatre in mind, and he says,
“Each of these plays were chosen because they show some aspect
‘behind the curtain’ of the theatre. The theme of these productions
plays perfectly in the fittingly named BackStage Theatre.”
“Circle Mirror Transformation” by Annie Baker – Friday, October
10 This comedy/drama, which won the 2009 Obie Award for Best
New American Play, traces the lives of a handful of small-town
New Englanders who enroll in a six-week drama class at a local
community center.
The SCAL Activities Department will offer tickets and
transportation for the BackStage Theatre program at CSN.
Admission and transportation is $22. Refunds are not available
and tickets must be purchased by October 3.
Sign up at the monitor’s desk. A minimum of 20 people are needed
for this event. Call the Ticket Office at 651-LIVE (5483) for additional
information or to request a season brochure or visit www.csn.edu/
pac. Bus departs at 6 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
Movie Nights!
Enjoy great current releases in the Vista Ballroom. This is the perfect
time to round up the gang and have fun meeting new residents. Switch
off your phone, sit back and enjoy the show! The price is $4 per person
to cover the cost of the food. We offer snacks for all moviegoers… hot
dogs, sauerkraut, relish, popcorn, pretzels, chips, cheese dip, peanuts,
candy, sodas and water. We normally feature movies on the first and
third Fridays of the month at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Sign up at
the monitor’s desk by noon the day of show.
The Book
Thief
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Friday, Oct 3, 6 p.m.
The Book Thief is a 2013
American-German war
drama film starring Geoffrey
Rush, Emily Watson and
Sophie Nélisse. Based on
the novel of the same name
by Markus Zusak, the film
is about a young girl living
with her adoptive German
family during the Nazi
era. Taught to read by her
kind-hearted foster father,
the girl begins “borrowing”
books and sharing them
with the Jewish refugee
being sheltered by her foster
parents in their home. The
film features a musical score
by Oscar-winning composer John Williams. Rated PG-13; 131 minutes.
Tickets must be purchased by noon the day of the movie and
presented at the door for admission.
Quartet
Friday, Oct 17, 6 p.m.
At a home for retired
musicians, the annual
concert to celebrate Verdi’s
birthday is disrupted
by the arrival of Jean,
an eternal diva and the
former wife of one of
the residents. The film
stars Maggie Smith,
Michael Gambon, Billy
Connolly Directed by
Dustin Hoffman. Rated:
PG (comedy, drama) 98
minutes.
Tickets must be
purchased by noon the
day of the movie and
presented at the door for
admission.
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Friday Night Social and
Dance Party
Friday, October 10, 6 p.m.
Sign up at the monitor’s desk by noon, the day of event.
Step up and get ready to
dance! On October 10, the
Activities Department will
host the Friday Night Social
and Dance Party in the Vista
Ballroom. This fun-filled
event is held the second
Friday of each month from
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come enjoy
an evening of socializing,
dancing, great music, snacks
and delicious desserts.
The dance floor is open, whether you enjoy Ballroom, Line, Square or
Disco dancing. You will be able to bring the music that provides the
rhythmic beat you most enjoy.
The Friday Night Social and Dance Party provide residents with an
entertaining evening for enjoyable expression, social interaction and
a pleasurable exercise. Even if you don’t want to dance, it’s a great
opportunity to get out and meet new friends. You are welcome
to bring your favorite spirit libation. Tickets are $3. Sign up at the
monitor’s desk by noon, the day of the event.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
Master Community Fall
Harvest Festival
Saturday, October 18, 1-4 p.m.
The Master Community Fall Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday,
October 18 from 1-4 p.m. at Deer Springs Park. Enjoy free snacks,
carnival games, zip line, a haunted house, music and much more.
The Sun City Aliante Homeowners Association and the citizens of
North Las Vegas understand the importance of getting to know
and understand the candidates, and where they stand on the issues
that confront our city. SCAL does not make any endorsements;
however, the association provides our residents with an opportunity
to become better informed about the candidates running in this
election.
General Election Early Voting at Sun City Aliante
Monday, October 27 and Tuesday, October 28
The Clark County Elections Department has selected Sun City
Aliante’s Community Center as an official early voting site on October
27 and 28 for the 2014 Early Voting in the General Election. Booths
will be set up in the Social Hall for all Clark County residents from 8
a.m. to 6 p.m.
General Election Voting at Sun City Aliante
Tuesday, November 4
B R E E Z E
The Clark County Elections Department has selected Sun City
Aliante’s Community Center as an official voting site on November 4
for the 2014 General Election. Booths will be set up in the Social Hall
for all Clark County residents from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’
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Friday, October 24 at 7 p.m. - Vista Ballroom
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California Dreamin’! Take a
nostalgic, moving musical
ride with The Mamas and the
Papas, Simon and Garfunkel,
The Carpenters, The 5th
Dimension, Peter Paul and
Mary, Joni Mitchell, Burt
Bacharach, The Association
and many more!
Experience the easy listening
feel-good ballads of the
musical folk renaissance,
along with many of the upbeat and just plain fun songs that filled
the radio airwaves back then.
Georgeous harmonies and introspective moments combine with
historical narrative, energetic dancing, and good laughs to create a
truly touching walk down memory lane that will take you back and
move you forward!
Candidate Meet ‘n’ Greet
and General Elections
Tickets are $13 for residents and $15 for guests. Sign up at the
monitor’s desk. www.californiadreaminshow.com
October 22, 7 p.m.
The North Las Vegas Alliance of Homeowner Associations and
Concerned Citizens, the Sun City Aliante HOA and the North Valley
Leadership Team, will offer a joint Meet ‘n’ Greet opportunity for
each candidate or their representatives running in the election to
represent the residents of North Las Vegas.
The event is scheduled for Wednesday evening, October 22, from
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. After a brief welcome, each
candidate will position themselves at tables in the ballroom to
answer your questions.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
Monster Mash
Halloween Ball
Thursday, October 30, 7 p.m.
The Halloween Ball will be held on Mischief Night, the night before
Halloween beginning at 7 p.m. It will be a haunting evening of
gravestones, pumpkins, blood, bones and skulls… all of the eerie
objects that have connections with death, the spirit world or
protecting property from evil spirits. And let’s not forget the spooks,
ghosts and skeletons that rattle. Boo! They are the contact between
the spiritual and physical world and the living and the dead. Yikes!
2013 Monster Mash costume Winners!
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There will also be witches and wizards, who have the power to
contact the spirit world. Bats, black cats and spiders are hiding in
dark places. They are associated with the night and darkness and
often accompany witches and wizards. Eeek!
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Remembering Our Monster Mash 2013!
Don’t Miss This One!
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You are invited to come enjoy hauntingly good music in your best
costume. Prizes will be awarded for “Best Costume,” “Most Creative,”
“Scariest Costume” and “Most Comical.” Get ready to “mash” it up with
a delightful selection of desserts.
You are welcome to bring your favorite spirit libation (beer, wine,
etc.) and the dance floor will be open until 9:30 p.m.
Ghouls and Goblins - this is a Bash not to be missed! Tickets are $12.
Sign up at the monitor’s desk. A minimum of 40 people is needed to
hold this event.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
7th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair - Featuring Artistic Items
Crafted by Hand - Saturday, November 1, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Calling all residents who love unique handcrafted items! Come one, come all! It’s time for
the Seventh Annual Sun City Aliante Arts and Crafts Fair. This unique event, designed to
showcase handmade items, will be held at the SCAL Community Center, November 1, 10
a.m.-3 p.m.
This event, which is already sold-out to vendors, promises to be a fantastic shopping
experience… all those handmade items you love… just in time for holiday shopping.
Representatives from Opportunity Village, the Clark County Artisan Guild, Mt. Charleston
Crafters, the Beader’s Guild and many more will participate in the event.
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Join us to shop for such items as silk scarves, paintings, ceramics, pottery, glass, quilted
items, sewing crafts, knitted items, needlework, beading, jewelry, crocheted items, candles,
woodworking products, local author’s books, greeting cards and much more. Only arts and
crafts which are handcrafted will be available for sale during the show. No resale items or
commercial products will be allowed.
T H E
Make a day of it! The ladies from Moose Lodge Chapter #862 (Red Rock WOTM 862) are
hosting a lunch. You can purchase a hot dog or hamburger plate with chips and a drink
for only $5. All lunch proceeds will benefit Moose Charities, a 501 (c) (3) organization that
provides funding for at-risk children, teens and their families and seniors.
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The new SCAL baking group, founded by Pastry Chef Raylena O’Bryant, will sell delicious
bake sale items. Proceeds will benefit the new group. The Seniors with Warm Hearts will
sponsor a raffle to benefit S.A.F.E. House., a charity for at-risk mothers and their children.
In addition to the Arts and Craft Fair, Kiss for Homeless Animals, a nonprofit corporation located in Las Vegas, will be there with some furry
friends available for adoption. This organization is dedicated to animal
rescue, focusing specifically on animal protection and welfare programs.
Kiss for Homeless Animals is classified as an organization to prevent
cruelty to animals.
All residents are invited to come free of charge to enjoy the fun and get
some great gift ideas for the upcoming holidays. For more information,
contact Chairperson Debbie Diaz at 702-463-0316.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
Celebrating Military Family
Appreciation Month on
Veteran’s Day
Santa Fe Station Casino - Chrome Showroom
Tuesday, November 11, 7 p.m.
performances for each war era.
In addition, the Swing City Dolls will take us back to yesteryear with
music and dance through the war eras, beginning with World War
II. The show will commemorate each war-era since WWII to the
present war in Afghanistan and the music associated with each of
those eras. Other act, such as the Beatles Band, which performs in
The BeatlesShow, will bring their glorious melodies to the stage. The
Shakes and Hope Spin will also entertain during the evening with
special guest stars.
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Each year, the President signs a proclamation declaring November
as Military Family Appreciation Month. President Obama said our
nation owes, “Each day of security and freedom that we enjoy to the
members of our Armed Forces and their families. Behind our brave
servicemen and women, there are family members and loved ones
who share in their sacrifice and provide unending support.” As a
result, we will also pay tribute with an upcoming event.
This annual proclamation marks the beginning of a month-long
celebration of the Military Family in which the Department of
Defense and the nation honor the commitment and sacrifices
made by the families of the nation’s service members. This show is
designed as a salute to military families and service members of over
15 military installations in the Las Vegas area are invited to attend.
Talented military youth will be featured spotlight performers. The
Gateway Arts Foundation will also present scholarship recipients.
Gateway Arts Foundation promotes the arts and scholarships in Las
Vegas. Their annual scholarships are awarded directly to private
teachers to benefit outstanding students for continued advanced
studies. The Foundation is also a huge supporter of the Las Vegas
Valley-wide military community and partners with several military
organizations. Proceeds from this event will specifically benefit
students of military families stationed in Las Vegas for private music
studies.
Join us Tuesday, November 11 for this patriotic event. Showtime
is 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. The cover charge is $10 (tax
inclusive), cash at the door. Sign up at the monitor’s desk, so the
Activities Department can arrange the showroom properly.
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The evening will begin with the
presentation of colors by Sunrise
Mountain High School Junior ROTC.
The National Anthem will be sung by
Gateway’s own Stephanie Ferazzi. The
Governor of the State of Nevada Brian
Sandoval shall present a proclamation
to the Gateway Arts Foundation for their
contributions to the military community.
The Sun City Aliante Songsters will
open up the show with a patriotic song.
Videos will be shown during the music
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Producer Mick McCoy is one of the hardest working men in show
business. He is a member of the Disneyland band Voyager, Riverboat,
and Orange County staples, such as, Tomboy, Bytes, Boogie Nights
and Groovline. He has backed and recorded some of the greatest
musicians and singers in the world, including David Foster, Josh
Groban, the Beach Boys and Chaka Kahn. He owns Fabbey Road
Studios and has produced The Fab Four and the Las Vegas Strip show
The BeatleShow, in which he plays Paul McCartney. Mick has traveled
all over the world playing sold-out shows. He is a very strong
supporter of annual military community events.
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This year, Sun City Aliante Residents will have the opportunity to
honor military families and Veterans Day on Tuesday, November
11 at 7 p.m. in the Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station Casino.
This event is produced by Sun City Aliante Activities Department,
Sun City Aliante Veterans Club, Producer Mick McCoy, Gateway Arts
Foundation and Tony Munzo from the Veterans of Foreign Wars
(VFW) Post 10047.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
Monroe Powell’s
Salute to the Platters
Saturday, October 18
The Vista Ballroom, 7 p.m.
Enjoy the golden tunes of the yesterday right here in the SCAL
Vista Ballroom. Back by popular demand, we invite you to a special
performance of “Monroe Powell’s Salute to the Platters” in Sun City
Aliante’s Vista Ballroom on Saturday, October 18 at 7 p.m.
In 1956, The Platters appeared in the first major motion picture
based around rock ‘n’ roll, “Rock Around the Clock,” performing their
hits “Only You” and “The Great Pretender.” Their unique vocal style
touched a nerve in the music-buying public, and a string of hit
singles followed, including two more Top 100 #1 hits, one Hot 100 #1
hit, and more modest hits such as “I’m Sorry” (#11),“He’s Mine” (#23),
“Enchanted” (#12) and “The Magic Touch” (#4).
The Platters then hit upon the successful formula of updating older
standards, such as “My Prayer,” Twilight Time,” “Harbor Lights,” “To Each
His Own,” “If I Didn’t Care,” and “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes.” The group
was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and into
the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in its inaugural year of 1998.
The show begins at 7 p.m. The cost is $15 for residents and $17
for guests. Please sign up at the monitor’s desk by noon, October
17. Come and see them perform before they head off on tour to
Australia.
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Third Annual
Yippee Ki Yay Fall Festival
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Tuesday, November 18, 6 p.m.
Winner of 16 Grammy Awards, The Platters were the first rock ‘n’
roll group to have a Top 10 album in America. They were also the
only act to have three songs included on the “American Graffiti”
soundtrack that sparked an oldies revival in the 1970s: “Smoke Gets
in Your Eyes,” “The Great Pretender,” and “Only You.”
Monroe Powell, an opera-trained virtuoso, holds the distinction of
being the lead singer of The Platters longer than any other legitimate
member. He began his career with The Dominos and The Ink Spots,
and, in 1970, found a permanent home with The Platters. On stage,
his voice is characterized by swelling crescendos, whispers and
sensual pauses in a magnificent and unique style. There is no doubt
music lovers are overwhelmed by his voice, debonair charm and
warm sense of humor.
Join us for an evening of good old bluegrass music, barbeque and
fun at the Third Annual Yippee-Ki-Yay Fall Festival, featuring the
“Bluegrass Believers.” The group plays traditional and contemporary
bluegrass music and features Sun City Aliante resident Sy Nielson.
Sy has been playing banjo for over 20 years. He joined the band in
2010.
The Bluegrass picnic takes place on Tuesday, November 18 at 6 p.m.
in the Vista Ballroom. Guests should dress comfortably and be ready
to ramble. Enjoy a good ole’ fashioned BBQ catered by Dickey’s
Barbecue Pit. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit prides itself on authenticity,
innovation and barbecue sauce, one store at a time. With roots in
Dallas, Travis Dickey set out to perfect Texas-style barbecue. In 1941,
Dickey opened the first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Dallas, Texas. The
Dallas Observer honored Dickey’s with the coveted 2010 “Choice for
Best Barbecue” award.
Come enjoy foot stomping music, award winning BBQ, tastetempting side dishes and home-style desserts. Tickets are $18
for residents and $20 for guests. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by
November 11. Refunds will not be available for this event.
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SUN CITY ALIANTE HIGHLIGHTS
Sister’s Summer School Catechism
It was a hilarious laugh fest on August 23, when more than 20 SCAL
residents attended the matinee performance of “Sister’s Summer
School Catechism” at The Smith Center. Poor Sister was stuck with
her students this summer! And summer was already rough enough
for her–wearing 50 pounds of gabardine in 90-degree heat! It was
another fun rendition of “religious training” when the good Sister
addressed such topics as “What is an appropriate summer vacation
for a practicing Catholic?” and “Did Jesus Attend Catechism?” A good
time was enjoyed by all.
The Friday Night Social and Dance
Party Goes Country
The Friday Night Social and Dance Party went Country with a Hoe
Down/Line Dance Party on September 12, sponsored by the Sun
City Aliante Activities Department and hosted by Club Dial (Dance
in a Line) in the Vista Ballroom. More than 80 residents stepped up
to enjoy county music and dancing with “Line Dancing Queen” Lil
Rothstein in the lead. The party-goers enjoyed an array of country
foods, including barbeque chicken wings, potato salad, baked beans
and salsa.
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Kinky Boots
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Kristen Hertzenberg In Concert
The Wright Entertainment and Jack Walker presented Kristen
Hertzenberg in concert on September 13 in the Santa Fe
Station Casino Chrome Showroom. SCAL residents enjoyed the
accomplished vocalist and her six-piece band, “Beyond the Stage,”
perform a rendition of favorite pieces. Kristen, best known for her
role as Christine in the Las Vegas production of Phantom of the
Opera, and her band performed for sold-out audiences at the Art
Square Theatre and the Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay. Most
recently, they played for a sold-out audience in the Cabaret Jazz
room at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
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Broadway’s newest smash hit, “Kinky Boots,” kicked off its much
anticipated National Tour at The Smith Center on September 4!
More than 30 SCAL residents enjoyed the exhilarating Broadway
musical on opening night. Winner of six Tony Awards® including
BEST MUSICAL, this inspirational story follows a struggling shoe
factory owner who works to turn his business around by learning –
sometimes – the best way to fit in is to stand out!
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CHARTER CLUB CORNER & SPECIAL INTEREST
SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS
On August 18, members of Seniors with Warm Hearts sorted and
distributed approximately 1,700 items to S.A.F.E. House, Ollie
Detwiler Elementary School and Del Sol High School. The members
want to thank everyone in the community whose contributions
made the school supply drive such a tremendous success. The
recipients expressed their appreciation and gratitude to the
community and shared with us that they would be able to help so
many needy children in our area.
The Steppers performed
again on September 21
in Summerlin for the
Chicago Mid-West Club.
This show was produced
and directed by Pam
Baltz and Margo Young.
HIKING CLUB
Join Hiking Club members on Tuesday, October 21, as they return to
the Valley of Fire to hike White Domes. White Domes is a one-mile
moderate hike, where you will see sandstone formations, desert
vistas, a slot canyon, caves and even a historic movie site. The
Professionals, a 1966 western starring Lee Marvin, Burt Lancaster
and Claudia Cardinale was filmed there. So grab your hiking boots,
sunscreen and hats and join them for a wonderful hike.
Their next meeting is scheduled on Thursday, October 16 at 11 a.m.
in the Activity Room across from the monitor’s desk. If you would
like more information, contact Dolores Abbott at 702-365-0673 or
Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 for more information.
CERAMICS CLUB
Did you know that the Ceramics Club is a great way to meet your
neighbors in Sun City Aliante for fun, enjoyment and camaraderie?
You can create your own unique ceramic pieces for your home or
make a birthday, holiday, thank you or special occasion gift for your
friends and family.
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Seniors with Warm Hearts will participate in the community garage
sale on October 11, so watch for their sign! They are also doing
a raffle at the Fall Arts and Crafts Fair, held in the Vista Room on
Saturday, November 1. Both of events will help the group to raise
funds to benefit S.A.F.E. House.
They will meet in front of the SCAL Community Center on October 21
at 8:30 a.m. and carpool from there. Please note: they will now hike
on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. For this hike, they recommend you
bring plenty of water, a snack and/or lunch, as there is a very nice
picnic spot in the area. For questions, call Maureen Grey at 702-6336719 and [email protected].
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Congratulations to the new Ms. Senior Nevada 2014 Ms. Audrey
Smith from Sun City Summerlin. (pictured above)
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Sun City Aliante Steppers performed
to a sold-out crowd on August
20 at the South Point Hotel for
the Ms. Senior Nevada Pageant.
Congratulations to all the Steppers
who participated. SCAL Aliante
Steppers Director Margo Young
danced a solo to Bob Fosse’s “Bye
Bye Blackbird,” followed by a duet
performed by Steppers Rita Marantz
and Cindy Ritsko and choreographed
by Pam Baltz.
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STEPPERS SHINE AT THE MS. SENIOR
NEVADA PAGEANT
Learn the technique of hand-building your own flowers from clay.
Produce a beautiful design on a ceramic plate using a piece of lace.
Discover how to complete a unique air-brush design on a ceramic
vase.
Take a moment to look at some of the beautiful pieces designed in
the Ceramics Club that are exhibited on the shelves in the Ceramic
Room (SCAL Community Center, Crafts Room #3) or in the display
case in the hallway next to the monitor’s desk.
It doesn’t matter if you have never participated in ceramics, or
if you want to revisit a fun hobby that you used to enjoy. Our
knowledgeable instructors and friendly members are available
to help. In the Ceramic Club, laughter and great conversation are
always key elements of the process.
Please join Ceramic Club members every Wednesday starting at 9
a.m. and every Saturday starting at 10 a.m. in Crafts Room #3.
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CHARTER CLUB CORNER & SPECIAL INTEREST
PICKLEBALL CLUB
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The Nevada Senior Olympics Pickleball Tournament will be held at
the new Sun City Aliante Sports Complex October 6 through 8. A
total of 250 players from around the country registered to compete
in the games. Players, participating in the Pickleball Tournament,
will compete to qualify for the nationals held in Minneapolis,
Minnesota in 2015. The biennials National Senior Games (NSGA) hold
a national competition which is open to players who have qualified
in sanctioned state tournaments under stringent standards. To date,
the National Senior Games have held 14 national championships in
cities across the country.
The National Senior Games Association was founded in 1985 in
St. Louis, Missouri. A group of seven men and women formed the
original leadership for the group initially known as the National
Senior Olympics Organization. Their vision was to promote healthy
lifestyles for adults through education, fitness and sports. In 1990, an
agreement was reached with the US Olympic Committee to drop the
term Olympics and change their name to the National Senior Games
Association (NSGA). Nevada was one of the few states, which was
allowed to continue to use the term Olympic. The NSGA exists today
as a non-profit organization comprised of 49 member organizations
and two associate member organizations which conduct multi-sport
state competitions dedicated to motivating active adults to lead a
healthy lifestyle through the Senior Games movement.
The Senior Games are played across the country, allowing seniors
to compete in 19 core sports, with many sports comprising several
events against competitors of similar ages. Sports, including track
and field (hammer throw, javelin, high jump, triple jump, pole vault
etc.) swimming, shooting, archery and various team sports, such
as basketball and softball, are held in Olympic form. Events may
be divided into specific age groups, usually in increments of 10
years (50-59, 60-69 etc.). The age groups can be smaller or larger,
depending on the event and number of participants. Pickleball
is divided into five-year increments due to the large number of
entrants. Winners are awarded gold, silver and bronze medals. The
2015 National Games in Minneapolis are expected to draw 12,000
participants with an anticipated audience of 100,000 plus.
Please take the opportunity to view some of the finest pickleball
players in the world completing on Sun City Aliante’s new courts. For
more information, please contact Bob Ziegler at 801-414-4752 and
[email protected].
TENNIS CLUB
The beautiful new Sun City Aliante Sports Complex is now open,
and avid players from tennis, pickleball, and basketball clubs have
nothing but praise for a job well done.
Although open play on the new courts began in September, the
highlight was the Grand Opening Celebration on Sept. 20. The
festivities began with a beautiful rendition of our National Anthem
by the Sun City Aliante Songsters, followed by welcoming speeches
by Board members and local dignitaries.
Following the ceremony, all three sports demonstrated their agility,
abilities and prowess with the racquet, paddle and basketball.
Guests then proceeded to the Vista Ballroom to partake in an icecream social hosted by MK House Consulting, Inc., the construction
company contracted for the renewal project. Kudos to our Board of
Directors and MK House for a job well done!
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Good luck to Bob Ziegler and the Pickleball Club on the upcoming
regional tournament they are hosting October 6-8. They are helping
to put the Sun City Aliante community “on the map,” and we should
all be proud of those involved with the planning and execution of
this major project.
Please refer to the Chartered Clubs page in your Breeze for tennis
play schedule. If you have any questions, please contact Larry
Rothstein at 702-649-8766 and [email protected]. See you on our
NEW COURTS!
Calling For Volunteers to Assist at
the Nevada State Games Pickleball
Tournament, October 6-8
The Aliante Pickleball Club will
host the Nevada State Games
Pickleball Tournament on October
6-8 on Sun City Aliante’s brand
new courts. This state-of-theart sports complex will bring in
pickleball enthusiasts from all over
the nation, including Canada. This
is a great time to showcase our
community and participants to
discover just how much fun it is to
live in Sun City Aliante.
The Pickleball Club is asking for volunteers from our community to
assist with the event. This is a great time to get involved, have fun
and learn about pickleball. Please contact Bob Ziegler at bob.ripbc@
gmail.com if you would like to be a part of this event.
POKER CLUB
On Saturday, August 16, the Sun City Aliante Poker Club held
its quarterly No-Limit Texas Hold’em Tournament. A total of 28
residents participated’ and the following people placed in the
tourney:
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1st Place
2nd Place 3rd Place
4th Place
5th Place
6th Place
7th Place
8th Place
Larry Roberts
Leon Block
Bill Dillenbeck
Jack Witt
Vaughn Reuther
Mark Hjortness
Donnie Graves
Nick Medeiros
The next tournament will take
place on November 15 in the
Social Hall.
Gary Davis
President
Larry Roberts (l) accepts his award
from President Gary Davis.
BOOK CLUB
The Book Club selection for October is The Prize Winner of Defiance,
Ohio: How My Mother Raised 10 Kids on 25 Words or Less, by Terry
Ryan. Join us at the SCAL Community Center at 7 p.m. on Thursday,
October 16. For further information, please contact Jeannette Smith
at 649-2468.
CHARTER CLUB CORNER & SPECIAL INTEREST
SUN CITY ALIANTE VETERANS CLUB
SCAL SONGSTER SPOTLIGHT
Rod Stark
Welcome home to those of you who were away during the summer.
It’s great to have you back. I hope you had a great summer traveling
and visiting with your families.
Rod Stark was born and raised
in Rapid City, South Dakota in
the beautiful Black Hills near Mt.
Rushmore National Memorial.
As a kid, he would hike and fish
in the hills, learning about the
best trout streams and panorama
views of the hills. Rod’s dad was
an independent businessman.
He owned a hardware store
where Rod worked after school
and on weekends. One of the
items sold in the store was
Magnus chord organs. Rod
practiced on these organs and actually became proficient enough
to demonstrate one in a Christmas television commercial for the
hardware store. During his junior high, he took accordion lessons
and performed in recitals.
We will hold our 2nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday,
November 8 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. We hope
you will support this event. The proceeds from the dinner will
benefit the Foundation Assisting Seniors, our parent organization
for the Seniors Assisting Senior Program in Sun City Aliante. Tickets
for the dinner are on sale from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the following
Saturdays: October 12, October 18, October 25 and November 1. Buy
your tickets early, because this event is always a sellout!
If you want become a sponsor for the popular Adopt-a-Flag program,
the Veterans Club is still accepting submissions. The cost is $40 for
a Flag and equipment. You will receive a plaque and a certificate
for your generosity. Flags from new sponsors will be installed on
Lintwhite and Crested Cardinal Streets in Sun City Aliante.
Thank you again for your outstanding support to the Veterans
Club and the Auxiliary. We really appreciate your support and
encouragement. Please continue to pray for our brave men and
women serving our country; they are the bravest of all.
It’s great to have your back!
Sy Nielson, Chairman Veterans Club of Sun City Aliante.
SENIORS ASSISTING SENIORS
The Foundation Assisting Seniors, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) charitable corporation
founded in 2002 by Favil West and Chuck Davis of Sun City Anthem.
Karl Vonderohe, Alan Melnick, Trustees
Sy Nielson, Veterans Club Chairman
Rod lives with his wife, Elaine, and is active in the Veteran’s Club,
the Pickleball Club, Bunco and Trinity Lutheran Church, where he
plays guitar and drums in the Praise Band. Rod joined the Songsters
shortly after moving to SCAL, and he supports the Songsters with
his guitar and drums. He also helps with group photos, designs
songbook covers and produces videos of the group’s annual
performances.
Rod is also active in the local Submarine Veteran’s group Base 51.
He participates in most of the veteran’s activities and parades in the
area. Among his hobbies, Rod enjoys flying (he earned his private
pilots license in the 1970s).
Rod and Elaine each have two adult, married children, and together
they share eight wonderful grandchildren. “It seems like most of our
travel together is to see our children and grandchildren, as they are
scattered like dust in the wind,” says Rod.
Rod enjoys playing both drums and guitar with the Sun City Aliante
Songsters because, “It’s a nice group of people who enjoy making
music together.”
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B R E E Z E
Since the start-up of SAS at Sun City Aliante in 2011, volunteers in Sun
City Aliante have made 1,379 calls to provide help to those in need. SAS is
sponsored by The Veterans Club of SCAL, Sy Nielson, chairman. The Trustees
of SAS are Karl Vonderohe and Alan Melnick. The SAS hotline is 702-981-3149.
T H E
Donations from seniors, community groups and fund-raising activities
provide the resources to grant funds to the volunteer groups at no charge.
These services include replacing light bulbs, air filters, smoke alarms and CO2
alarm batteries, as well as, wheelchairs, walkers and other items free
of charge.
Before moving to Sun City Aliante in 2012, Rod worked for a scientific
manufacturing firm in Carlsbad, California as the director of sales
and marketing. The company made instrumentation primarily for
colleges and universities; one of their instruments was featured on
the popular television series 24, and several of their instruments
were installed on the space shuttle vehicles.
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The Foundation provides funds to Seniors Assisting Seniors (SAS) in Sun City
Aliante, The Community Service Club, Sun City Anthem, Neighbors Assisting
Neighbors and Solera at Anthem. This represents about 15,000 residents.
After graduation, Rod enlisted in the US Navy and went through
years of training to become a nuclear reactor operator on a fast
attack submarine that deployed several times to the Vietnam
War patrol area. A member of the crew, who was previously a
professional guitarist, he wanted to learn to play the drums. Rod
had always wanted to learn the guitar, so he bought a guitar during
a stop in the Philippines. The other sailor bought a practice pad
and set of drum sticks. With their instruments, they gave each other
music lessons off the coast of Vietnam. Although Rod’s primary
instrument is drums, he is still pretty good at the guitar. During
college, he took music theory and piano to enhance the keyboard
skills he first learned on the accordion; he never followed through to
become proficient on the keyboard.
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Greetings Friends, Neighbors and fellow Vets:
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CLIP & SAVE DISCOUNT COUPONS
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CLIP & SAVE DISCOUNT COUPONS
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CHARTERED CLUBS
Chartered Clubs, as outlined in the “Sun City Aliante Club Guidelines,” are
Board-recognized and open to all Sun City Aliante residents. These clubs are sanctioned strictly for the
members of this Association with no exceptions, unless a club invites guest speakers, instructors, etc. A
household guest will be allowed to participate at club activities, in compliance with required guest policies
and fees. All club members should be familiar with these guidelines set forth by the Board, as well as
their individual club bylaws and/or policies and procedures. If you have questions regarding your club
charter, feel free to call Director of Activities & Fitness, Lynn Garlock-Wright, at 702-638-5061.
Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays from
1-4 p.m. Contact Terri Petrie at 702- 405-7382 and
[email protected].
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Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of each
month at 7 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith at 702649-2468 and [email protected].
Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday 6:30-9 p.m.
Contact Don or Mary Kaufmann at
702-405-7092 and [email protected].
Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - noon
and Saturdays at 10 a.m. Contact Audrey Blankfeld
at 702-240-7542 and [email protected]
or Holly Claghorn at 702-642-5016 and
hollyquilts@ cox.net.
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Basketball Club. Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Contact David Baker at 702-834-5976 and db221@
aol.com or Larry Schlecht at 702-657-8507 and
[email protected].
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American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and
Fridays 12:30-3:30 p.m. Classes taught on Fridays
12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at
702-633-5798 and [email protected].
Art Workshop. Meets Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m.
Contact Peggy Totino at 702-217-5973 and
[email protected].
Baking Club. Meets 1st and 2rd Wednesday and
Thursday at 10 a.m. Contact Ralena O’Byrant at
702-540-8509 and [email protected].
Beading and Jewelry. See Forget-Me-Nots.
Chess Club. Meets Monday evenings from 7 p.m.
to 9:15 p.m. Contact Ed Bernheim at 361-739-9684.
Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets Mondays at
6:30 p.m. Contact Monte Eagle at 702-649-2912 or
702-688-9176.
Club DIAL (Dance in a Line). Meets Wednesdays
at 6:30 p.m. in the Fitness Studio. Contact Lil
Rothstein at 702-649-8766 or Xiaoli Huang at 702750-2477.
Computer Club. Meets the 1st Thursday at
6:30 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. Contact Wayne
Headrick at 702-823-2627 and
[email protected].
Contract (Rubber) Bridge. Meets the 2nd and
4th Thursdays from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Contact Nancy
Albers at 702-202-1265 and [email protected].
Cribbage Club. Meets Tuesdays from
1:30-4 p.m. Contact Donna Johnson at
702-685-9247 and [email protected].
Eight Ballers. Meets Mondays, 10-11 a.m. &
Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon. Contact Hank Gulland at
702-642-1581.
Forget-Me-Knots. Needlework, knitting, crochet
and jewelry making. Meets Mondays from 1-4
p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and
[email protected] or Madeline Shapiro at
702-399-5347 and [email protected].
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Glass Crafters. Meets every other Saturday at
noon – 4 p.m. Contact Robin Sharp at 303-6412107 and [email protected] or Jill Ramsey at
702-642-8716 and [email protected].
Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays from 1- 4 p.m.
This game is similar to Canasta. Contact Mary
Hartwell at 702-399-3334.
Hiking. Meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at
8:30 a.m. Contact Maureen Grey at 702-633-6719
and [email protected] or Mary Kaufmann at
702-405-7092 and [email protected].
Kaluki. Meets Thursdays at 1 p.m. Contact
Dorothy Martin at 702-399-2045.
Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets Thursdays,
4-5:30 p.m. Contact Judy Shields at 702-476-0594
and [email protected] or Connie Bensler at
702-738-0025 and [email protected].
Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays at 6
p.m. and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young
at 702-649-1176 and [email protected]
Table Tennis. Meets every Monday, Wednesday
and Friday at 9 a.m. in the Social Hall. Open
play is on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at
9 a.m. Contact Mike Long at 702-656-9819 and
[email protected].
Tennis. Meets Tuesdays (open play), Thursdays
(open play) & Saturdays. Meets 8 a.m. October
and November; 9 a.m. in December through
February; 8 a.m. in March & April; 7 a.m. in May
through September. The weather may affect start
times. Contact Larry Rothstein at 702-649-8766
and [email protected]
Mahjong. Meets Mondays from 1-4 p.m.
Contact Grace Wong at 702-646-9664 and
[email protected]
Veterans of Sun City. Meets 3rd Tuesdays at
7 p.m. Contact Sy Nielson at 702-234-9183 and
[email protected]. The Veterans Auxiliary meets
the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. Contact Helen Melnick at
702-538-8396 or Anne Zarate at 702-657-9807.
Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets the 2nd and
4th Friday at 1 p.m. Contact Norm and Linda Bach at
702-646-1016 and [email protected] or
Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and [email protected].
SPECIAL INTEREST
The following Special Interest Groups are
Board-recognized and may schedule meetings in
advance. Please check the calendar.
Pan. Meets every Monday at 6:30-9:30 p.m. and
Fridays from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Contact Lil at
702-649-8766 and [email protected].
Havarah. Meets monthly to share and celebrate
Shabbat, Simchas, Jewish holiday celebrations,
heritage, and culture. Contact Mady Shapiro at
702-399-5347 and [email protected].
Papercrafting. Meets the 1st Monday of the
month from 6–9 p.m. All other Mondays at 1-4
p.m. Contact Lillian Williamson at 702-242-9298
and [email protected] or Lynn Kiedrowski at
702-463-9141 and [email protected] or Joyce
Hambacher at 702-649-2127 and nanaundpapa@
cox.net.
Pickleball. Meets Thursdays (open play), Fridays,
Saturdays (open play) & Sundays at 9 a.m.
Tuesdays (open play) & Wednesdays (open play)
at 5:30 p.m. Visit usapa.com for details. Contact Bob
Ziegler at 801-414-4752 and [email protected].
Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays from 6-8:30 p.m.
Contact Margie Laviletta at 702-755-0615 or Jim
Menagh at 702-449-8284.
Poker. Meets Wednesdays & Fridays at 5
p.m. Contact Gary Davis at 702-649-0996 and
[email protected] or Earl Miller at 702-6479081 and [email protected].
Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. in Craft
Room #1. Contact Sandy Rust at 702-258-4167 and
[email protected] or Maureen Grey at 702-633-6719 or
[email protected].
Softball. (men & woman) Meets Fridays at 9:30
a.m. at Aviary Park. Contact Joe Shuman at 702750-0745.
Solos. Social group for singles. Contact Club
President Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and
[email protected] or Welcoming Committee
Chairman Kaye Burr at 702-487-6789 and
[email protected].
Minnesota Nice Group. Folks from Minnesota
are meeting monthly for lunch and potluck
parties. If you would like to join in, please
call Obbie Harvieux at 702-399-4340 or Rory
Raymond at 702-489-2405 to get on the
mailing list.
Neighborhood Watch. Meets the third Thursday
in the Social Hall at at 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7
p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information contact
Coordinator, Jerry Overton at 702-639-2291 and
[email protected].
Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with
limited home needs and medical equipment. Hot
line 702-981-3149.
Seniors With Warm Hearts. Helps disadvantaged
children. Contact Dolores Abbott at 702-365-0673
or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at
702-647-1289 or Julie Cizenski at [email protected].
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Bowling. Meets Wednesdays at noon at the
Santa Fe Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray
Wong at 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@
embarqmail.com.
Horseshoes. Meets Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. in the
Summer and 9 a.m. in the fall/winter. Contact
George Larson at 702-541-6233 or Jack Witt at
702-642-6282.
Ladies’ Golf. Meets Thursday mornings at the
Aliante Golf Course. Contact Vicki Briggs at
303-884-1113.