February 2016 - Sun City Shadow Hills

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Rack ‘Em Up: Our Billiards Club
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Photo by Graham Jones
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Important Contact Numbers
Sun City Shadow Hills Community Association
80-814 Sun City Boulevard, Indio, CA 92203
760-345-4349 · www.scshca.com
Montecito Clubhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-772-9617
Montecito Clubhouse Fax . . . . . . . . . . . 760-772-9891
Montecito Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . 760-772-0430
Montecito Fitness Center (Temporary) . 760-772-1470
Santa Rosa Clubhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-342-2850
Santa Rosa Clubhouse Fax . . . . . . . . . . 760-342-5976
Ceasar Larrach, General Manager
ceasar.larrach@associa.us . . . . . . . 760-345-4349 Ext. 225
Richard Smetana, Assistant General Manager
richard.smetana@associa.us . . . . . 760-345-4349 Ext. 227
Ozzie Lopez, Facility Maintenance Director
ozzie.lopez@associa.us. . . . . . . . . 760-347-6780 Ext. 202
Evangeline Gomez, Lifestyle and Fitness Director
evangeline.gomez@associa.us. . . . 760-772-0430 Ext. 231
Liz Gutierrez, Lifestyle Coordinator
elizabeth.gutierrez@associa.us . . . 760-772-9617 Ext. 241
Veronica Moya, Lifestyle Coordinator
veronica.moya@associa.us . . . . . . 760-772-9617 Ext. 243
Gus Ramirez, Communications Manager
gus.ramirez@associa.us . . . . . . . . 760-342-2850 Ext. 204
Tony Chavez, Director of Golf Operations
tchavez@wgolfp.com . . . . . . . . . . 760-200-3375 Ext. 221
David Archer, Community Safety Director
david.archer@associa.us . . . . . . . . 760-342-2850 Ext. 202
Main Gate House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-345-4458
Phase III Gate House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-342-4725
Sales Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-772-5400
Shadow Hills Golf Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-200-3375
Shadows Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-772-4342
SUN CITY SHADOW HILLS
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Hours of Operation
Association Office
Monday – Friday · 9 AM – 12 PM, 1 – 4 PM
First Saturday of the Month · 8 AM – 12 PM
Lifestyle Desk
Daily · 8 AM – 5 PM
Montecito Clubhouse
Montecito Fitness Center
Santa Rosa Clubhouse
Shadows Restaurant
Monday – Friday · 10:30 AM – 8 PM
Saturday – Sunday · 8 AM – 8 PM
Montecito Café
Santa Rosa Bistro
Golf Snack Bar
All hours are subject to change.
Visit www.scshca.com for the latest hours.
Sun City Shadow Hills Community Association
Board of Directors
Joan Dzuro, President
president@scshca.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-347-6496
John Council, Vice President / Secretary
vicepresident@scshca.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-360-9331
Stu Stryker, Treasurer
treasurer@scshca.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-469-3922
Erica Hedlund, Member at Large
memberatlarge@scshca.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-200-1939
Vicki Berg, Director
director@scshca.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-772-0577
For warranty or customer service needs concerning
your home, please email: socalservice@delwebb.com
All warranty issues and questions must go through this email.
You will receive an auto-reply stating your email has been received.
Mailbox Repair . . . Ozzie Lopez, 760-347-6780 Ext. 202
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The View is published monthly by the Sun City Shadow Hills
Community Association. This publication is copyrighted and may not be
reproduced or reprinted without the written permission of SCSHCA.
Mission Statement
To promote the community and recognize the individuals
who contribute to the identity of the community, and to impart
information relevant to the community as a whole.
SCSHCA Communications Advisory Committee
Shaun Casey, Chair; Linda Aasen; Beth Bolduc;
Arnold Choy; Tom Hutson; Lee Powell; Sid Weiss
Staff
Editor-in-Chief: Ceasar Larrach, General Manager
Production Manager: Evangeline Gomez, Lifestyle and Fitness Director
To inquire about articles, content, and advertising – or to submit
stories for publication – please contact Gus Ramirez, Communications
Manager, at gus.ramirez@associa.us or 760-342-2850, ext. 204.
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President’s
Report
BY JOAN DZURO
PRESIDENT
Log on to www.scshca.com
News from the Board
Trying to impart information to a community
that has over 3,500 homes and 6,000 residents
where 40 percent of our residents are seasonal
can be quite a challenge. It is a challenge that
your current Board worked on for the past two
years.
There are many ways we have developed to
share information such as:
• our current website (www.scshca.com);
• our monthly magazine (the View);
• our Smart TVs located in our clubhouses;
and
• flyers located in the clubhouses.
What can you find on our current website? You
can look up our financial statements; see our
Board videos (if you weren’t able to attend the
meeting); pull up the open forum Board book
the Friday afternoon before the Board meeting
to know what will be discussed; and review
minutes from the committees who have met,
information on our clubs, information about our
food and beverage venues, all of our governing
documents (CC&Rs, By-laws, Rules and Regs,
DRC Rules and Regs, Charter Club Rules and
Regs), the event calendar for the community, and
the latest issue of the View. We also include
information on what is going on within the City
of Indio as well as updates on the Jefferson
Interchange project and so much more.
If you have a question, you can go to the “Ask
a Question” box on the website and type in your
question. The Information Advisory Committee
reviews the question, forwards it to the person in
the community who handles that issue, and gets
an answer that is then sent to you. You can also
ask a question by emailing Hot Topics or a Board
member or Ceasar Larrach (our GM) directly.
Our fabulous monthly magazine (the View)
contains more detailed information about things
in our community and human interest stories to
help us learn more about our neighbors and the
interesting lives they have lead before coming
here. Both the website committee and magazine
committee work together to get as much
information as possible to the community.
Both the website committee and magazine
committee members spend their time trying to
inform the community. We appreciate so much
their wonderful efforts and, obviously, we have a
tremendously talented group as you can see from
the results they produce for us each month.
You may have noticed that, in the front of The
View, you will find each Board member’s phone
number and email address, so if you have a
question about the community you can always
contact a Board member to get an answer. We all
try to respond within 48 hours of receiving an
email.
Once a month a Meet a Board Member session
is held rotating between the Santa Rosa
Clubhouse and the Montecito Clubhouse. This
is where two Board members meet with residents
and listen to their concerns. These are relaxed
sessions where the Board members can hear
resident concerns in more detail or explain
decisions that have been made by the Board.
The Board has been talking about additional
communication tools which are in the research
stage. One is a texting system that residents could
sign up to receive and, when something urgent
occurs (a gate is closed, we have a natural
disaster, etc.), we can let residents know. Another
possibility is a radio station that would broadcast
to our community and to your cell phone if it has
a radio app. We could communicate resident
information on events, clubs and, in case of a
disaster, we could broadcast what is going on and
the steps we need residents to take to remain safe.
As a resident of the community, how you can
help yourself and your neighbors is to stay
informed about what is going on in the
community by going onto our website and
checking out the information. If you have any
difficulties in getting signed in, Gus Ramirez
(gus.ramirez@associa.us) is always willing to help
you get registered.
If you have ideas about how we can help get
more information out to the residents, the Board
is always willing to review them.
Joan
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Where I$ Your Money
BY STU STRYKER
The Definition of “Risk-Return Tradeoff”
Risk-Return is the principle that potential
return rises with an increase in risk. Low levels of
uncertainty (low risk) are associated with low
potential returns, whereas high levels of
uncertainty (high risk) are associated with high
potential returns. According to the risk-return
tradeoff, invested money can render higher
profits only if it is subject to the possibility of
being lost.
Breaking Down “Risk-Return Tradeoff”
Because of the risk-return tradeoff, the board
must be aware of the risk tolerance of our
community when choosing investments for our
portfolio. Taking on some risk is the price of
achieving returns; therefore, if you want to make
more money, you can’t cut out all risk. The goal
instead is to find an appropriate balance — one
that generates some profit, but still allows you to
sleep at night.
As your Treasurer, currently, I sleep fine. We
have found the right balance. We have invested
our finds according to our investment policy that
provides for the best returns with minimal risk. I
know there are those out there who say we can
get a better return on our money, and yes we
might. Or, if we took their advice, we could lose
it all. If it was all my money, then I might
consider a little risk. But it’s not, it’s yours, too.
In my opinion, anyone willing to risk our funds
would be acting recklessly with our community’s
future.
So where is your money? At any given moment
your money is invested in over 40 different
banks. Why so many? Well, the F.D.I.C.* only
insures funds at any one bank up to $250,000.
So we have to spread our funds around to be
safely covered. We are in major institutions like
Goldman Sacks Bank, JP Morgan Chase,
Barclay’s Bank, and GE Capital Bank. We are also
in smaller institutions like San Lorenzo Calif
Unified, Murrieta Valley Calif Unified, Palomar
Calif Com, and Inglewood Calif Unified. All
of our monies that are invested are in safe and
secure deposits, and these are handled for us by
a company named Comerica. They are a wellestablished firm with over 160 years of
experience and are listed on the NYSE. We
recently put this contract out to bid, and the
Board voted to stay with Comerica at this time.
Every month along with our financials there is
a list of all our investments on the community
website. Then quarterly, the Finance Advisory
Committee and the Board reviews the progress
of these investments. There is an annual meeting
with Comerica to review the year’s progress.
The community has a conservative investment
policy that the Finance Advisory Committee
reviews and submits for the Board’s approval
each year.
Our money is safe, secure, and invested wisely.
Stu Stryker
News from the Board
There has been lot of talk about where and
how your Association funds are invested, and
most of it is wrong or poorly researched. So I am
going to recap the Who, What, Where, Why, and
When of the community’s investments.
The first item of discussion is: we all know that
the more aggressive we are with our investments,
the greater the possibility of higher returns,
sometimes known as “Risk-Return Tradeoff.”
What is Risk Return?
* The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is a United States Government corporation providing deposit insurance to depositors
in US banks.
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2015 HOA Election Candidate Statements
Disclaimer: Neither the Association nor the management company made any revisions, alterations, and/or corrections
to the information submitted by the candidates. The information was transferred exactly as submitted.
Vicki Berg
I’ve been a resident of SCSH
since 2005.
I’ve been on the Design
Review Committee for the past
3 years and have recently been
appointed to fill the vacated
position on The Board. Helping
our community maintain high standards is important to
me. I see serving on The Board as an opportunity for me
to help our community in a more productive way.
I have extensive experience working with a variety of
non-profit groups starting in the early 1960’s, both in
Northern California and here in the Coachella Valley.
Working with groups requires patience, an open mind,
and rational thinking, in order to build consensus and
serve the greater good, I have done non-profit and
political fundraising as well as event planning. I retired
from owning a small business in San Francisco in 1990.
I have attended the Budget meeting, Strategic Plan
Study Session, Meet a Board Member and Board
meetings and personally met with each Board Member.
I keep current of residents concerns. I know how to work
as part of a team and how to ask the tough questions,
nicely. I also know how to handle difficult situations
and difficult people while showing respect and finding a
middle ground.
I make decisions based on facts and logic using rational
thought to arrive at conclusions. I believe in hearing all
sides and have no problem changing my stance if the facts
bear it.
I am committed to honesty, because honesty is the only
foundation on which trust can be built.
Glen Brock
I came to California in 1983
with my wife and three children
after being a Police Officer in
Cincinnati, Ohio for ten plus
years where I earned 26 letters
of accommodation and one
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Federal Accommodation.
I managed several businesses from the time we came
to California until the time I opened my own business,
these businesses were as follows:
• Investors Thrift
• Arbek Manufacturing, Inc.
• Reel Furniture, Inc.
• G.E. Capital Mortgage, Inc.
• Life Bank, Inc.
In 2000 I started my own business Asset Management
& Recovery Services, Inc. (AMRS) I moved AMRS from
the Riverside area to Palm Springs in 2002. AMRS, Inc.
remained in Palm Springs until I sold the company at
which time it was the largest collection agency in the
valley.
My Education is as follows:
• Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio) Phycology
• La Verne University (So. Cal.) Business (grade point
3.89)
• California Southern Law School Paralegal
I am a Veteran of Vietnam U.S. Navy (MCB 5)
I am a Mason 32 degree and Treasure of my Lodge
I am a Shriner
Joan Dzuro
I have spent 37 years in
business and have a BA degree
in Business Management. As the
head of numerous Human
Resource departments and my
own HR Consulting firm I was
responsible for creating and
adhering to departmental budgets, reading and
understanding various financial reports, understanding
legal issues and dealing with employee safety, security and
work issues. I am currently on the Indio Planning
Commission, Indio Rotary Board, IPAC Board and
Women’s Club of Indio Board.
As a member of our HOA board of directors for the
past 2 years I have worked with my fellow board members
to make sure information is posted on our association
website such as all committee minutes, all financial
reports, and staff reports. I have conducted a Meet a
Board Member session every month (except a couple
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during the summer) since elected to listen to
resident concerns and give them a forum where
they can be heard in more detail than time will
allow at board meetings. Our community is
financially sound using GAAP accrual accounting
methods, as confirmed by our new auditor, and
we have a sound 90% funded reserve to help
prevent extra assessments being needed for the
replacing or repairing of items in our community.
If you re-elect me to the board I will continue
to work on keeping this community financially
sound, looking great and the amenities up-to-date
for the enjoyment of all of our residents. I would
appreciate your vote.
I would be honored to
have your vote for Board
of Directors.
I am a levelheaded
person, someone who
asks questions, listens
and makes informed
decisions. Our current Board has done a good job
in keeping our association fees down and our
reserves up and there is no doubt that we live in
a beautiful community.
In the 16 months I have lived here many of you
have seen and heard me ask questions at Board
meetings and at “Meet the Directors”. I have had
face to face meetings with several Directors. Why?
Because we are at a critical time that will define
the future of SCSH since all governing
documents are in the process of being rewritten.
We need to have input in this process!
I bring with me forty plus years business career.
I have served as a Chief Financial Officer, worked
in HR. I Chair the CDP Senior Caucus.
I have a proven record in long term strategy and
planning. My history of working on committees
has taught me to use negotiation to achieve
balanced results.
As voters it is time we take a serious look at the
relationship of our Board to the Homeowners.
We need a new “look before you leap” Board.
Carey Thompson
My
professional
background has been
spent serving the public.
I had a 29-year career
working for the State of
Oregon in a series of
progressive positions.
For the last 15 years I was the budget director of
the Department of Consumer and Business
Services, a 1,000+ employee state agency with an
$800 million budget.
I have experience preparing detailed fiscal
documents and working collaboratively with the
public, professional staff and the Oregon state
legislature to ensure passage of my agency’s
budget and to get significant legislation passed.
I was a member of my agency’s executive team
and managed a professional staff of 50 employees.
I lead strategic planning committees and was
commended for my ability to work with people
with different viewpoints and get things done.
My husband and I purchased our home in
January 2014. I love the lifestyle here and am a
member of the Classy Niners - serving this year as
the pairings chair - the Tutta Bella Vino wine
club, and Couples Golf. I plan to be here for the
rest of my life and want to continue to be involved
and contribute to a positive atmosphere.
I want to make sure that the amenities we all
enjoy remain in top condition, and that our HOA
dues are appropriately managed.
HOA Boards can always be more involved
and responsive to the homeowners and I am
committed to make that happen. I want to make
sure our members have a say in the decisions that
are made.
February 2016
News from the Board
Agi Kessler
One that doesn’t repeat the “EIN debacle”, the
current “corkage crisis”, or even the “fines
fiasco”. We need a homeowner friendly Board.
Your Board should work for you. If you agree,
vote for me.
For
more
information
about
me:
agikessler@gmail.com 805-469-6050
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From the General Manager
BY CEASAR LARRACH
GENERAL MANAGER
Switching the Nines
The Golf Advisory Committee (GAC) and Western
Golf Management are evaluating reversing the nines on
the south course. This would put Shadow Hills in line
with many courses that start with a relatively easy hole,
and finish with their signature hole leading right into the
clubhouse. All of the SCSH golf clubs have been polled,
and have been overwhelmingly in favor of the switch.
The only costs involved would be new hole markers.
Since many of the current ones are damaged and need
replacement, this would be a good time to make the
change. And, the cost is covered in the current reserve
fund. Scorecard updating is a non-factor since they are
reprinted several times each year. If the plan is adopted,
it will take effect this summer.
Comments may be directed to Dave Bakshy, chairman
of GAC, at: dbakshy@aol.com.
Ceasar
Vendor Access Program
BY DAVID ARCHER
COMMUNITY SAFETY DIRECTOR
There seems to be some confusion/misunderstanding
regarding the Vendor Access Program that is administered
here at Sun City Shadow Hills. I would like to explain
the program in simple fashion so that the program is
more easily understood by everyone.
There are three main reasons for the program:
1. Providing vendors with a transponder allows them to
access the property via the transponder lanes. This
frees up the guest lanes at the attended gates from
unnecessary vendor traffic and makes it easier and
quicker for guests and homeowners to gain access to
the property.
2. A vendor with a transponder can now enter the
property from any one of six gates allowing him to
gain entry closest to his client rather than having to
drive his equipment through the entire property to get
to where he is going. This takes unnecessary heavy
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traffic off large portions of our streets, and it greatly
reduces wear and tear on our roadways.
3. Finally, by having every vendor register with our
Vendor Access Program, we gain greater visibility about
who is on our property at any given time and provide
greater accountability on the part of the vendor.
We have structured the fees and requirements to be as
simple and inexpensive as possible while, at the same
time, making sure we get the necessary information from
each vendor. Those fees and requirements are:
• All vendors that enter our property more than four
times per month are required to register their b
usiness with us. That entails a $50 one-time fee per
vehicle, which includes the first quarter payment of
$20, and providing us with the current registration/
vehicle insurance for each vehicle as well as a current
CA driver’s license for every driver. At only
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gate to see if the vendor in question is on that
list.)
Over 2.5 million vehicles come through our
gates each year. That doesn’t include the more
than 170,000 passes issued each year for guests
and service providers. Prior to the vendor
program, during season, guests routinely waited
for up to an hour to gain entry through the gates.
It’s rare that anyone waits more than 5 or 10
minutes since the implementation of the program.
Two benefits of the vendor program to our
residents are:
1. Once listed in the program, vendors are
directly responsible for any and all damages
and/or fines they cause or incur, not the
homeowner who may have called them in.
2. Once a vendor is listed in the program, all the
homeowner needs to do is contact the vendor
directly for service. There’s no need to call
them in at the gate as they have a transponder.
In the case of a registered non program
vendor, the resident can add them via the
vendor tab on their guest entry module of
Dwelling Live. In the event a resident is not
computer savvy, a quick call to the gate, as
with any other guest, is all that’s required.
I hope this has been helpful. As with any such
program special circumstances will, from time to
time, present themselves. We will deal with them
on a case-by-case basis with the best interests of
our residents in mind.
Should you have any questions feel free to give
me a call at (760) 342-2850, extension 202.
David
Next Board Meeting:
Date: Monday, Feb. 29, 2016
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Ballroom
Please join us!
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$20/quarter, we are the least expensive
property in the Valley that has such a program.
It amounts to less than $7/month!
• Additionally, we require a list of the properties
they service; a current contact name, phone
number, and email address for the business;
and a magnetic sign or a professionally
painted sign on the vehicle that displays the
business name and current phone number.
• For non-program vendors who come in four
times or less per month, there is no fee
involved but they still must register with the
same information as program vendors and
operate under the same requirements. They
are granted entry via a service pass.
All fees collected for the program go to cover
the costs of the transponders and the
administration of the program. Any remaining
fees go to the Association’s General Operating
Fund.
We give every vendor who comes through the
guest lane of either the main gate or the north
gate a program or non-program packet that
must be filled out with the aforementioned
information. Vendors are given a deadline to get
that information back to us. While we give the
vendors every opportunity to comply with the
program requirements, there is a point at which
we may have to suspend a vendor’s permission to
enter the property until he brings his profile up
to date with both fees and/or information.
Those vendors are put on a weekly Vendor Non
Compliance list. (Before you ask a service
provider in, it may be prudent to check with the
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People Who Make Our
Lives Better
From The Library
BY CINDY DEGRAF
Photo by Beth Bolduc
Jill Carmona
Employee of the Month
January 2016
We are pleased to announce that Jill Carmona,
who works at the HOA front office, is our
We Accept As Donations:
3 Fiction
3 Historical/political
3 Biographies/autobiographies
3 DVDs and CDs (movies/audio books)
3 Puzzles (no missing pieces, please)
Employee of the Month. Jill joined our team last
3 Recent magazines
September and has shown her abilities to work
We Do Not Accept:
with the homeowners in assisting them with
their needs and solving problems. She always has
a pleasant personality and is willing to help her
fellow employees. She knows her job, does it
well, and is always willing to do special projects.
It is a pleasure to have her here at Sun City
Shadow Hills and we enjoy and appreciate her
hard work.
Please help us to recognize Jill Carmona as the
January 2016 Employee of the Month.
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Did you know that February is Library Lover’s
Month? Well, we sure love our library in the
Montecito Clubhouse. Visit often to see what’s
new and interesting. We operate on the honor
system – just take what you’d like to read and
bring it back when you are done.
Fiction and historical/political books are
arranged by the first letter of the author’s last
name, and biographies/autobiographies are
arranged by the last name of the subject. We also
have many LARGE PRINT books available.
They are all together on some of the lower
shelves in the hard cover section.
If you have any questions or comments about
the library, please contact Barbara Perler at 760772-4484 or baramp@verizon.net.
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7 Cookbooks
7 Sports books
7 Self-help or “How to” books
7 Coffee table or picture books
7 Religious books
7 Travel books
7 VCR tapes or music CDs
Please be sure all donations are in excellent
condition and no more than 10 per month, per
household.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS · COMMITTEE REPORTS
Design Review Committee (DRC)
BY JIM WIEBORG
February 2016
Association News
It is raining as I write this article on January 5.
The weeds will be growing in your yard when
you read this in early February. We are predicted
to receive a good amount of rain but, if that
doesn’t happen, the areas under the drip line
accumulate more water and I see weeds growing
in my yard already. This means that the
back-breaking task of pulling them is at hand.
With all the various sized rocks in your yard, you
must move them so you can pull the small weeds.
You can spray them but, if they are big, you will
be left with big dead weeds that will need to be
pulled. Maybe you can entice your grandchildren
to do the job, but it would probably require a
monetary reward unless you are a very slick
talker.
Courtyards are becoming more popular. Here
are the main rules that will affect how you build
your courtyard. Stucco must be applied to the
walls and be the same color as the stucco on your
house. If the walls of the courtyard do not go
beyond the point of your house closest to the
street, the walls can be four feet high. If the walls
are closer to the street, they must be three feet
and under — including pilasters, caps, and
columns — but may extend no more than five
feet past the vertical face of the house. Items
on a wall or column cannot exceed 24 inches
in height.
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Photo by Sid Weiss
Out & About
February 2016
Cathedral City Hot Air Balloon Festival
Dates:
February 12, 13, and 14, 2016
Location: Civic Center Plaza, Cathedral City
Website:
www.hotairballoonfest.com
Contact:
(760) 321-5154
The Second Annual Fantasy Balloon Festival takes place
over the Valentine’s Day weekend. Check out the three
days of activities for the whole family that include balloon
tether rides, balloon weddings, nighttime balloon glow
romantic dinners, musical entertainment, gourmet food
trucks, Kids’ Zone, wine tasting, beer garden, and more.
General admission to the festival is free, however, tickets
and/or passes are required to participate in certain
activities and access VIP areas. Please check the website
for prices and schedules: www.hotairballoonfest.com.
Volunteers are needed! Check the website or call the
festival hotline to volunteer.
BY BONNIE TUCKER
Please note: The information included in this column has been verified as
of the date of its publication. We recommend you confirm the information
before you make plans.
Indio City Council Meetings
Dates:
February 3 and 17, 2016 (Wednesdays)
Time:
5 pm
Location: City Council Chambers,
150 Civic Center Mall
Pool Tournament
Date:
Friday, February 5, 2016
Hours:
9:30 am
Location: Indio Senior Center,
45700 Aladdin Street
Contact:
(760) 391-4170
The ISC Pool Tournament costs $5 per person in twoperson teams. Eight-ball last pocket tournament. Each
player will be rated A or B. Each team will consist of one
A player and one B player, conducted by a drawing.
Prizes are gift cards to the first- and second-place teams.
Reservations are necessary. Please contact Fernando for
more information.
Knife Sharpening
Date:
February 9, 2016
Location: Indio Senior Center, 45700 Aladdin
Street, Meeting Room 10
Contact:
(760) 391-4170
Each individual is allowed five items to be sharpened. A
voluntary donation of $1 per item for this unique service
is greatly appreciated. Please sign up at the front desk or
call the Center.
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Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival
Dates:
February 12 – 21, 2016
Location: Riverside County Fairgrounds,
82-503 Hwy 111, Indio
Hours:
Every day, 10 am – 10 pm
Contact:
(800) 811-FAIR
Website:
www.datefest.org
Indio, the City of Festivals, has been home to the National
Date Festival & County Fair for more than 50 years. Live
entertainment includes camel and ostrich races, a nightly
Arabian Nights musical pageant, and headliners like
Trace Adkins and KC and the Sunshine Band. There is
also a carnival, food of all varieties, and lots of shopping.
The competitive exhibit program includes the following
categories: Agriculture, Crafts & Hobbies, Fine Arts &
Photo, Gem & Mineral, and Livestock. Extra Value Days,
listed on the website, include special pricing and free days
such as Canada Day on February 16; Waste Resources
Day on Wednesday, February 20; and veterans are always
free with proper identification.
Contact the author at brtucker429@yahoo.com.
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Computer
Q&A
BY THE SCSH
COMPUTER CLUB
Q: How do you sign a document in your
iPhone’s Email? (Apple)
A: How to Digitally Sign & Return Documents
in Mail for iOS. You have to try this! If you have
iOS 9 (software version) on your iPhone, iPad,
or iPod Touch, you can now quick-sign any PDF
or form attached to an email and send it back
without ever leaving the Mail app. It is very easy
due to the Markup Feature Set, as seen in diagram.
Q: Suppose I upgrade to Windows 10, then
decide I don’t like it? (PC)
A: You have 30 days after upgrading to go back
to your previous version of Windows (7, or 8.1).
To go back to your previous version of Windows
(7 or 8.1), go to Start>>Settings>>Update &
security icon>>Recovery.
Markup Feature Set
Suzy Kerekes can be reached at
i.Suzyhelp@gmail.com
Q: What are “apps” and how do I get them
for my tablet? (iPads, tablets)
A: “Apps” are the short term for applications.
They are software programs customized for your
tablet that do special operations such as play
music or let you buy and read books.
To use an app, you must first download and
install it on your tablet. (Many tablets come with
some apps already installed.) On iPads apps can
be found in the “App Store.” On Android tablets,
apps can be found in “Google Play.” For Microsoft
they can be found in the “Windows Store.” Once
in the stores, you can search for apps by type. Be
sure to read the reviews before downloading any
app. Note that, although many
apps are free, there are also apps
for which you will have to pay.
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1) Open an email with a PDF or Form or, perhaps,
you can send yourself a PDF you have on file.
Then, open the email and tap on the attached
document itself. A soft toolbar should appear
at the bottom.
2) Now tap on the toolbox icon, which is the
Markup Feature Set.
3) Tap the Signature button on the soft toolbar.
4) Then tap Add Signature to create one. Then
using one finger on the touch screen, create
your signature (hit clear if you need to redo)
and then tap Done.
5) Position the signature in the appropriate place
using the blue handles; then tap outside the
signature for the handles to disappear.
Also in the soft toolbar is a color-dot to make
color changes and a pen to scribble any further
notes. Remember, the steps may vary slightly from
device to device or form to form…but the icons
are the same. And, should you need to make any
changes, just tap on any signature
or scribble to get the dropdown
edit options. Have fun!
Then select either Go back to Windows 7 or
Go back to Windows 8.1. Click Get Started.
Windows will ask you why you’re going back,
then give you warnings. Then it will uninstall
Windows 10. This won’t affect your personal
files. But any apps you installed after the upgrade
to Windows 10 will be removed.
Bill Singer can be reached at
wsinger2@earthlink.net
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Quiz
BY DENNIS SHEEHAN
PHOTO BY CHRISTINE KARNES
Presidents: Uncommon Knowledge
About Those Who Have Served
You probably know many a fact about our presidents, especially
the first, George Washington, and the 16th, Abraham Lincoln,
who have served this nation during some very trying times. This
month’s quiz focuses upon the lesser known qualities of some of
these men…perhaps you never knew these uncommon facets
about their lives and backgrounds. Whatever the case, try to
answer these questions and become a better presidential scholar,
of sorts! Answers may be found on page 19.
1. The only president who later served as Supreme
Court Chief Justice was:
A. Ulysses S. Grant
B. John Adams
C. William Howard Taft
D. Theodore Roosevelt
2. This president was a record setter, as he was the
longest-lived:
A. Gerald Ford
B. Ronald Reagan
C. Franklin Delano Roosevelt
D. Woodrow Wilson
3. The first president who was born west of the
Mississippi River was:
A. John Quincy Adams
B. Martin Van Buren
C. Franklin Pierce
D. Herbert Hoover
4. The first president who attended a major league
baseball game was:
A. Theodore Roosevelt
B. Woodrow Wilson
C. William Howard Taft
D. Benjamin Harrison
5. The only president who served two, non-consecutive
terms was:
A. Theodore Roosevelt
B. Grover Cleveland
C. Zachary Taylor
D. Richard Nixon
6. The only president who earned a PhD was:
A. Herbert Hoover
B. John F. Kennedy
C. Calvin Coolidge
D. Woodrow Wilson
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7. Who was the only president to have founded a
university?
A. Thomas Jefferson
B. Andrew Jackson
C. Richard M. Nixon
D. William Jefferson Clinton
8. BONUS Question: Who was the only president
defeated by his vice president?
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Book Review
BY JHAN SCHMITZ
The Innovators
By Walter Isaacson
stage for further digital innovation for the
remainder of the century.
At least as important in this progression was the
Hippy counter-culture of the 1960s, a rebellion
against central authority that influenced the
personal liberation of computing. Partnerships
were also a key to digital innovation – Gordon
Moore (of “Moore’s Law” fame) and Robert
Noyce, who founded Intel; Bill Gates and Paul
Allen, who founded Microsoft; and Steve
Wozniak and Steve Jobs, who began Apple. Each
of these partnerships had a “techno geek” (like
Wozniak) to design and develop the innovation
plus a marketing-savvy entrepreneur (like Jobs)
to commercialize it. But once the spark lit the
fuse of innovation, it was the teams that the
partnerships formed rather than individual egos
which brought us the magic we have today.
In the end, Isaacson asks whether innovation
will be as revolutionary in the future. Although
innovation still feeds further progress, the Apples
and Microsofts of the digital world are spending
more and more on patent attorneys and less on
research and development.
If you want to read more about the digital age,
Isaacson has previously documented the lives
of Steve Jobs and others. Another excellent book
in the same genre is How We Got to Now: Six
Innovations that Made the Modern World, by
Steven Johnson.
Jhan welcomes everyone to join him and his
fellow instructors at the SCSH Computer Club
to explore how 2+2 works on devices more
advanced than the Altair.
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This Eureka moment from 1975 perhaps best
exemplifies the start of the modern digital
revolution: “Oh my God, it just printed 4!” This
is a quote from Ed Roberts, president of the
company that invented and marketed the Altair
home computer (only available in kit form). He
had just seen Paul Allen load a program into the
computer, written carefully by Harvard student
Bill Gates to fit within the available 4K of
memory on the Altair. This was the launching
pad for what became Microsoft.
The test of the program for the Altair was to
add 2+2. It was historic – the first time a software
program had run on a small “home” computer.
The previous generation of computers could take
up as much space as a function room at the
Montecito Clubhouse, definitely not for the home.
And 4K? Our first home computer, an IBM PC
Jr. bought in 1984, had 128K of RAM and a
floppy drive. And today, my iPhone 4S has 16 GB
of memory, some 4 million times what was available
on the Altair. That’s how far we’ve come.
The Innovators by Walter Isaacson charts the
history of the digital revolution, starting with the
Spirit of the Revolution: Lady Ada Lovelace,
daughter of the poet Lord Byron and the
mathematical savant behind Charles Babbage and
his Analytical Engine of the mid-19th century.
This was arguably the first-ever computer
concept (although Babbage never built it himself).
Isaacson then moves a hundred years forward
to the WW II era when technology became
available to move from concept to reality with the
27-ton ENIAC “Giant Brain” machine, which
ran via some 18,000 vacuum tubes. Invention of
the transistor, the integrated circuit, and the
microprocessor in the 1950s and 1960s, and
packet-based communications and computer
networking in the 1960s and 1970s, then set the
Contact the reviewer at
jhan.schmitz@gmail.com.
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Rack ‘Em Up: Our Billiards Club
BY DENNIS SHEEHAN
As you come in the main entrance of the Montecito
Clubhouse and look to your right, beyond the Lifestyle
desk, you will see an adjacent, open room appointed with
six pool tables, related equipment and, most likely, at
least several pool players.
It’s no secret that our community has a Billiards Club,
but readers may not know the club has been in existence
for nine years, has 47 resident-members, and is always
accepting new members any time of the year.
The club organizes open play each Monday and
Wednesday evening from roughly 6:30 – 9:30 pm.
Monday evening’s format is nine-ball play at several
levels. On Wednesdays the format is eight-ball, complete
with an eight-ball “bank” to which each player
contributes 25 cents. Any player making the eight ball
on the break that evening “breaks the bank” and receives
all the money accumulated in the bank!
of champions” to determine the best eight-ball player of
the year. This lucky person will have his or her name
engraved on the club’s championship plaque that is
displayed in the Montecito clubhouse Billiards Room.
Following the tournament the club is hosting a pizza
party for all members and their guests…so check it out
and become a member now to ensure you can play in the
tournament. The cost of membership, you ask? A “lofty”
$12 per year and the time required to fill out a club
membership form…an estimated five minutes.
The Billiards Club in action (photos by Graham Jones)
Club members enjoying several competitive matches (photo by Beth
Bolduc)
The highlight of each month, though, is the tournament
scheduled on the last Wednesday for all members. On
February 24, the club is holding a special “tournament
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Most club members are pictured on this month’s cover.
Don Salvatore, the club’s President, is originally from
Youngstown, Ohio. He has been playing pool since, well,
since he was a youngster growing up in his industrial
hometown. Under Don’s leadership, the club has worked
out a handicapping system for current and new members.
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Club members at open play (photo by Graham Jones)
What has kept the club interesting, even
compelling to its membership? Don says:
“I have enjoyed the game for a lot of years,
mostly because of the competitiveness of the
sport. It’s much more than just a game of skill;
it takes timing, accuracy, and a good stroke.
You also have to think about the next shot and
placement of the cue ball. A casual observer
might think that a player is lucky and gets a
lot of easy shots. But a good pool player always
knows where the cue ball is going next.”
Newer members of the club simply say they
enjoy the companionship of the other players.
It’s a very open and friendly group. There is
always a designated teacher, someone with a
great deal of experience, available to instruct
newer members every Monday morning from
10 am to noon in the Billiards Room, free of
charge.
Some members bring their own cues and other
personal gear, but there is plenty of equipment
in the Billiards Room that anyone can use. In
fact, the only real club requirements are that all
players sign in for play and use a felt pad as they
“break” to minimize wear-and-tear on the tables.
Sound like something you’d like to take up
once again, or try as a neophyte? Come on out
and enjoy the fun and camaraderie of Billiards
Club open play at the Montecito Clubhouse
anytime, but especially Monday and Wednesday
evenings.
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This helps players meet others at their own level
so everyone has an opportunity to play an enjoyable match consistent with their own ability.
Translation: although some players have played
consistently for years, there is no need to be a
“Minnesota Fats” to be truly welcomed in this
club.
Contact the author at
djsheehan46@gmail.com.
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On the Air
BY JIM HOLLADAY
It was an early morning in 1953 on the far-stretching
and desolate plains of western Kansas. I was sitting at the
control board of our local radio station with my eye on
the official clock waiting for the second hand to reach
twelve. My hand was on the master switch. Now! I throw
the switch and pull down the mike. The red light over
the door comes to life with “ON THE AIR.”
First, I take care of the legal requirements: “It is 6 am
Central Standard Time, and today is (I inserted the
appropriate date). This is radio station KGAR
broadcasting from Garden City, Kansas, with a power of
1,000 watts on the license issued under the authority of
the FCC on a frequency of 1050 signing on for another
broadcast day.” Even though the broadcast day started
at 6 am, I had already been in the studio for about
30 minutes reviewing the log, pulling my commercials,
gathering my fan mail, checking the teletype, and pulling
my first few records.
We were now officially ready for business. The theme
song for the first program was already cued and had
begun to play. After a few seconds, I fade the music and
introduce myself and the program, “Dawn Patrol,”
which is primarily Country Western music. For the next
two hours, I play tunes plus offer up some nonsense and
banter. Sometimes it’s comments on whatever is going
on in the world that might be of interest to my listeners.
One of the most important things that I have to work
in is the response to the fan mail, which often contains
requests that I play a certain record for a birthday,
anniversary, or special event. I recall a lady wanted a
certain record played at an exact time when she and her
husband would be having breakfast. She said that was
how she was going to tell him that he was going to be a
father. A few months later, she wrote in asking what my
middle name was since, if they had a boy, she wanted to
name him after me. I never found out how that ended.
After “Dawn Patrol,” the rest of the morning was
consumed with various established programs: news
around the nation and world, happenings in agriculture,
grain and livestock market reports, and some local
and regional news. There were a few periods reserved
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for some music. We were located in the “Bible Belt,”
so a program was presented live from our studio by
the Council of Churches to bring comfort and offer
prayers for shut-ins and whoever needed some religious
sustenance.
At twelve o’clock I gave the “News at Noon,” which
came to us by way of teletype from United Press
International and Associated Press. I then hung around
to read the news again at 1 pm, which was noon for
much of our audience because we were on the borderline
between the Central and Mountain Time Zones. I was
now through for the day unless there was an event that
I needed to cover, or a sponsor that wanted to talk, or
whatever. The station was now in the hands of some
other very capable announcers.
In those days, Garden City was surrounded by farms
of various types and sizes. Some were small family
farms of a few acres, and others were large “mega” wheat
farms covering a section or more. Neighbors were
sometimes miles away. Our radio station was what held
these communities together.
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Television had not yet arrived out on the
plains, and our station was a big part of local
entertainment. In fact, we became a part of our
listeners’ families and were invited to many
various functions. Listeners wrote in to tell of
births, marriages, and deaths. It was not unusual
for them to drop off foodstuffs for us – some
were home-grown and others were homeprepared.
When I got married, several of the families
attended the wedding. My wife was really
surprised at the number of people who were
there. She didn’t know any of them, of course,
since she had arrived from London, England,
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only a few days before. Numerous gifts also
arrived for us at the studio.
Those days have now faded into the past. I
know they can never be again – too many
changes in the media have come about. One
of the fondest memories I have of that time is
that every day was the same, yet every day was
different. When I came to work, I had no idea
what was coming next.
jimholladay@yahoo.com.
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Presidents: Uncommon Knowledge About Those Who Have Served
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1. C, William Howard Taft
2. A, Gerald Ford
(93 years, 166 days)
3. D, Herbert Hoover
(Iowa)
4. D, Benjamin Harrison
5. B, Grover Cleveland
6. D, Woodrow Wilson
7. A, Thomas Jefferson
8. BONUS: John Adams
(Thomas Jefferson)
BY DENNIS SHEEHAN
PHOTO BY CHRISTINE KARNES
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Super Bowl Patches: A John Casey Collection
BY BILL SINGER
PHOTOS BY BETH BOLDUC
In 1967, resident John Casey saw an ad by a company offering a patch commemorating the first Super Bowl. He
purchased the patch and subscribed to receive patches for successive years. Little did John dream that 50 years later
he would still be collecting Super Bowl patches.
John has paid between
$16 and $19 dollars a
year for each patch. His
49-patch collection now
fits into two binders. As
they filled up, the binders
moved across the country
with him; his wife, Gail;
and their children. The
binders have travelled
from Massachusetts to
Portland, Oregon, to
Sun City Shadow Hills.
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The very first patch and related
information for Super Bowl I.
Each page, encased in plastic,
contains the patch, starting lineups,
and a game summary on the front
page. On the back is a play-by-play
description of the entire game as
well as vital statistics about the game.
At first, the statistics did not include
attendance numbers. John, a
detail-oriented man, noticed
and wrote to the company. Sure
enough, they then started including
the game attendance on each sheet.
Patches from Super Bowls II, III, and XIV.
At first, the patches were relatively simple.
But over time the patches began reflecting
where the game was played as well as
including more colors.
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Patches from Super Bowls XXX, XXXII,
XXXV, and XLVIII. In recent years,
patches are larger, have different shapes, and
have a detailed design reflecting where the
game is being played. John points out that
Super Bowl 50, being played this February,
will not use Roman Numerals because the
winning athletes didn’t want to
wear a hat with “L” on it.
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The Old Tram
BY VICKI PRINCE
PHOTO COURTESY OF PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY.
I had just turned off the freeway coming into Palm
Springs for the first time ever, when I noticed a light
moving steadily up the side of the mountain. I had no
idea what it was and, after a long drive from Fresno with
kids in the car, I wasn’t about to stop and find out.
However, my mother had the answer. The next day she
took us up the tram.
The year was 1968 and, after one ride, the kids and I
were hooked. Every visit to my mom’s, we always made
time to ride the tram to the top of San Jacinto Mountain.
If we came in summer, it was a place to get out of the
heat. If we came at Christmas, we got to play in the snow.
It was a perfect counter-balance to the desert below.
The old tram was a lot smaller and had more swing in
the wind. It was scarier than the new one. When you got
to the towers on the way up, you’d get a surprise. The
car would hesitate ever so slightly at the top of the tower
and then take a nose dive, sliding down the cable on the
other side for about 10 feet. At the first tower some
unsuspecting tourist always screamed as the bottom of
her or his stomach came up to meet their chest.
Over the years I had some unusual experiences on that
old tram. One winter day, we rode up with a team of
huskies and their sled. Yes, they did have sled dog races
at the top, and the only way to get the dogs up was
by the tram. By the time we reached the top of the
mountain, the kids and dogs were best friends. We
watched the races and rooted for “our” dog team. They
didn’t win, but my grown children still reminisce about
that day.
Another time it was just mom, me, and a man in
coveralls. Once the tram started up, he removed the
hatch to the roof of the car and climbed out. Above the
car was a ladder that reached the remaining eight or so
feet to the cable. We were told the cable had to be
greased every few days to keep the cars moving properly.
The maintenance men would hold onto the ladder with
one hand and onto the cable with a heavy grease glove
with the other, sliding the glove along the cable as the
car moved up. It was a harrowing job, dangling by one
hand hundreds of feet above the canyon floor.
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What was even more unbelievable, the man riding with
us that day had only one arm. As we stared up the open
hatch, we saw him wrap his legs around the rungs of the
ladder and grasp the cable with his one remaining hand.
Mom and I were silent observers for the whole trip up,
afraid that talking would somehow distract him. When
we arrived at the top, he lowered himself back into the
car. Of course I had a million questions and comments.
I remember telling him he should have been on an old
TV show called What’s My Line. He would have stumped
the celebrity panel for sure.
One of the last times I rode the old tram, I got on with
a group of psychiatric nurses and their spouses who were
in town for a convention. They were all having a great
time teasing each other about being afraid of heights.
A very large man was standing directly behind me. As
we hit the first tower and started swooping down the
other side, he grabbed my shoulder and let out the
loudest, most terrified scream I’ve ever heard. Between
the huge hand grabbling me and the scream, I lost it and
started screaming, too. Once the car stabilized and we
settled down, he was horrified at what happened. He
apologized the rest of the way up the mountain and,
of course, his friends laughed and teased him up the
mountain as well. At the top we all decided to stop at the
bar together for a drink and ended up spending the rest
of the afternoon there.
Somehow the new tram just doesn’t feel the same. I’ve
taken the trip a couple of times, but the excitement
just isn’t there for me. Yes, it makes a 360-degree turn
and, yes, you are still so far above the ground you
almost get a nose bleed. But where are the dogs and one
armed man? Where’s the camaraderie of the passengers?
To me, the old tram is stuffed full of wonderful memories
of family fun and adventures.
vprince514@gmail.com.
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Made in Heaven
BY LINDA AASEN
Some marriages are made in heaven, others are simply
heavenly. Forty years ago, Bobby and Margo Goldsboro
joined their lives in the “Love Chapel” in beautiful Lake
Tahoe. It was close to heaven and the beginning of a
wonderful marriage and an amazing, loving partnership.
Bobby and Margo were living in the same apartment
complex in Manhattan Beach, CA, when they met in
1973. Their careers in the transportation industries
provided flexible hours, inexpensive travel, and plenty of
time to pursue other interests.
Shopping for antiques in London
Loving Partners (photo by Don Paskewitz)
But how did they find one another?
In 1966, after graduating high school in Yuma, AZ,
Bobby’s brother urged him to apply for a summer job on
the railroad before heading to the University of Arizona
on a wrestling scholarship. Bobby, enticed by the good
money and flexible schedule that provided time to invest
in the stock market and real estate plus indulge his
passions for golf and poker, turned this summer job into
a career.
Margo grew up in Anchorage, Alaska, where her father
had relocated his family to invest in the new frontier and
work for Alaskan statehood. As valedictorian of her class,
Margo earned a scholarship to Stanford to study math
and foreign languages. After her freshman year, Margo
attended an “Up with People” concert. She was so inspired
by their mission to bring the world together through
service and music that she immediately auditioned to join
the group. Two weeks later she had packed her bags and
was singing her way through 14 countries. Margo
extended her visit to Japan when she was hired to sing
Pepsi Cola commercials on radio and television…in
Japanese, of course. When Margo returned to the U.S.,
she became a flight attendant for Western Airlines.
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One of those interests was collecting and decorating
their homes in American and European antiques. Their
passion for collecting eventually propelled them to open
three antique businesses called “Yesterday’s Treasures.”
They specialized in Americana Pottery, Art Deco, Art
Nouveau, and first-edition Victorian books. Their shop
in Santa Monica was frequented by Hollywood stars and
movie set designers. Books, suitcases, and other antiques
from their shops became props in movies such as The Age
of Innocence and Titanic. Bobby’s expertise in Americana
Pottery attracted the attention of the Los Angeles
County Museum of Art, which asked Bobby to donate
several pieces of his rarest Bauer pottery collection when
they retired.
Bobby inside their antique store, “Yesterday’s Treasures”
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While they were still in Santa Monica, Bobby
convinced his brother Buddy, a baker, and other
family members to open two Goldsboro’s Bakery
shops in Yuma, AZ. Of course, they were furnished
with antiques. Yuma is world renowned for its
gorgeous sand dunes perfect for movies with
desert scenes. Never one to miss an opportunity,
Goldsboro’s Bakeries supplied movie production
crews with food and confections.
Because two careers and five businesses didn’t
keep them busy enough, Margo joined the South
Bay Sandpipers Philanthropic Organization in
1987. She served on the Executive Board for five
years, one year as President.
But Margo’s true philanthropic passion was Vistas
for Children, Inc. She joined the organization in
1993 and a year later was elected President.
Margo expanded their philanthropy to include
not only visually impaired children but all
children with special needs. As a board member
of the Institute for Blind Children at Children’s
Hospital, Los Angeles, she and members of the
Institute founded Retinoblastoma International
to work to find a cure for cancer of the eye.
When a friend of Margo’s and Bobby’s was
paralyzed from the neck down in a swimming
accident, they became involved for 11 years in
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Bobby and Margo standing in front of photograph presented
by Sandpipers in appreciation for five years of leadership
(photo by Don Paskewitz)
Ralph’s Riders, an organization dedicated to
helping people with spinal cord injuries. Margo
loved working on their fashion shows which
featured both able-bodied and wheelchair-bound
people as models.
Margo may have been the president of these
charities, but the man in the background, always
supporting his wife, was Bobby. Whether he
was setting up events, playing in charity golf
tournaments, or bidding on auction items,
Bobby was a huge supporter and donor to
children’s charities.
Working together and playing together created
a very strong bond between the couple. When
asked why they fell in love, Margo responded
that she never met a kinder, funnier, or more
nurturing man than her husband. Bobby loves
Margo’s sweetness, sense of humor, and joy of
life.
Although they
loved living at the
beach, Bobby and
Margo are avid
golfers
and
dreamed of retiring
to the desert. Enter
Shadow Hills, their
Heaven on Earth!
Bobby relishes
desert life playing
golf in the Shadow
Hills Men’s Golf
Club and as Vice
President of the
Kings and Queens
Celebrating Valentine’s Day
Poker Club.
Margo plays cards, attends Bible study, and
reads non-fiction books. She also loves exercise
and danced as one of the Sun City Rockettes for
the past three years.
Margo and Bobby love to dance, host parties,
play games with friends, and entertain outof-town guests. But they both say that those
activities do not compare to their evening walks,
hand-in-hand, marveling at the beautiful desert
sunsets.
laasen3730@aol.com.
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The New “American Bocelli”
BY RICHARD HERWIG
Hailed by critics as the new “American Bocelli,” Nick Palance is truly
an extraordinary artist. Nick has held private concerts for well known,
celebrated figures such as William Shatner, Jerry Bruckheimer, Jon
Voight, LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and many more. Nick is the
second cousin of Oscar-winning actor Jack Palance
The youngest child of a family raised on the rough streets of LA’s
violence-riddled Crenshaw District, singer/songwriter Nick Palance
was literally born with music in his blood. His father was an
accomplished musician in his own right, and his mother’s family was
known across the globe for building exceptional hand-crafted pipe
organs. Although their small home was filled with musical instruments,
they remained largely untouched. At only six years old, Nick was drawn
to his father’s Hammond organ that had been overlooked for so many
years and taught himself to play. When he was nine, he discovered the
guitar and labored for hours to become proficient in a variety of
musical styles. At age 14, years before he was legally allowed to enter
a bar, Nick began writing songs and performing with rock bands at
clubs throughout Los Angeles, including the trendy Sunset Strip.
At 17 he was drawn to the Southern California Conservatory of
Music to pursue a career as a professional studio musician. Many
of Nick’s fellow band members told him that his voice was that of a
lead singer, so Nick approached his piano teacher at the conservatory
for advice. After hearing Nick sing a few scales on the piano, she
immediately turned to him and said, “You have to compete for the
school’s vocal scholarship, it’s in two weeks.” Nick just laughed
thinking that she was joking, but he did compete, winning the
scholarship for four consecutive years and ultimately graduating with
a degree in voice and a minor in classical guitar. Thus began his career
as a singer.
Shortly after graduating, Nick began formal training with worldrenowned Baritone, Dr. Hernan Pelayo. Pelayo is known for 10 ten
years as lead Baritone at La Scalla in Italy as well as his lead rolls aside
Maria Callas and Beniamino Gigli. He also sang and toured with
Placido Domingo Sr. and Pepita Domingo.
After a tenure with the Canadian Tenors and starring in the lead
role of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor
Dreamcoat, Nick has spent the last few years traveling full-time sharing
his remarkable voice with captivated audiences from coast to coast.
His unique repertoire spans five languages and encompasses nearly
every musical genre from opera, “popera,” and show tunes to rock,
pop, oldies, and even a little country as well as his own original
compositions. Nick also released a DVD entitled “Nick Palance Live
from El Paseo” recorded right here in Palm Desert, California.
Nick’s current project is his album called Saving Grace, and he is
thrilled to be working with Oscar and Grammy award-winning
producer, arranger and composer Jorge Calandrelli and talented
producer, programmer, sound designer, and engineer Greg Bartheld.
The powerful and romantic original songs you will find here are the
latest additions to this project.
And now, you can see Nick Palance appearing live in the Montecito
Clubhouse on Saturday, February 20! Reserved seat tickets are $40
for the 2 pm or 7 pm performance. Good seats are still available at the
Lifestyle desk: 760-772-9617.
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Fitness Update
BY EVANGELINE GOMEZ
LIFESTYLE AND FITNESS DIRECTOR
It’s hard to believe that February is already upon us!
With it comes increased usage in the Fitness Centers,
which we love! The added activity is so wonderful
because it shows that everyone is working out, keeping
healthy, and making new fitness friends. So let’s all work
together to help everyone have the best fitness experience
possible by adhering to the following fitness etiquette:
• Share. Most of the time when you are working out you will
be in-between sets; this is the perfect time for someone else
to use the equipment. If possible, please let others work in
(take turns) with you.
• Clean Up After Yourself. Always bring a towel with you
and wipe the machines and stretch table down when you are
finished. We also provide disinfectant gym wipes for your use.
• Leave No Trace. Please put your weights (re-rack) away
when you are finished.
• 30 Minute Rule. During peak/busy times (6 am – 12 pm)
and when others are waiting, please limit your Cardio
(treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, etc.) to 30 minutes.
• Keep It Down. Please refrain from using your cell phone,
unless it is an emergency, save your chat-time for after your
workout. It will make your workout more effective and
reduce your chances of injury. Also, please avoid counting
out loud; it is disruptive to others using the facilities.
• Manners Please. Don’t swear, yell or talk/count too loudly.
• Prevent. Help us prevent unnecessary damage to the
equipment by not allowing the weight plates to slam
together or drop the weights.
• Appropriate Fitness Attire. Please make sure to wear closed
toed athletic shoes and comfortable workout clothing.
Refrain from wearing clothing with belts or metal items that
can damage the equipment. Appropriate workout clothing
includes pants/shorts and a shirt, please do not use the
equipment in your swimwear.
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The following is an etiquette reminder for those that
attend the Group Exercise classes at Sun City Shadow
Hills:
• Please be on time. If you should arrive more than five
minutes late, entry will not be allowed due to safety concerns
(warm up is completed in the first few minutes of class).
Should you enter late, please take a spot in the back or to
the side so as not to disturb a member who is already in
place. Be considerate of their space.
• Please silence your cell phones. Keep conversations to a
minimum. Cell phone use is not allowed in class.
• Please do not enter the Aerobic Studio or room prior to the
current class finishing.
• Appropriate fitness attire must be worn.
• Gym bags are not permitted on the Aerobic Studio floor.
• Please refrain from talking/socializing during the class, it is
a distraction to others and makes it difficult for class
instructions to be heard.
• Water must be in an enclosed unbreakable container. Food
is not permitted in the classes.
• Towels are encouraged and wipes are supplied for you to
wipe off the mats after use.
• All equipment (mats, steps, weights, etc.) should be returned
to their proper storage area.
• Please remember personal hygiene and please refrain from
wearing perfume or cologne.
• Remember why you came to class. You should show up
focused on the reason you are there and work to achieve your
personal fitness goals. Listen to your body and respect your
own boundaries at all times. It’s never a competition but feel
your own personal challenge.
• Classes are a group activity. We request that you follow the
instructor’s routine. If you must “do your own thing,” please
choose a spot to the side or back of the studio or room.
• Please do not stand directly behind the instructor, so that
others in the class can see.
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BY TONY CHAVEZ, PGA
GOLF OPERATIONS GENERAL MANAGER
Course Care:
Correctly Repairing a Ball Mark
We are now in season and very busy! Because
of the amount of rounds of golf played, we have
quite a few ball marks on the greens. Please repair
your ball mark and one other when playing.
Remember to push the grass toward the center,
never lift up and tear the roots.
Fill in Your Divots
Please use the sand and seed mixture to fill in
your divots.
Course Conditions Update
Please log on to www.shadowhillsgolfclub.com
for daily updates – our website is updated daily
by 6:15 am.
Hours Update
• The driving range closes from 7:30 – 10:00 am
on Thursdays for regular maintenance.
• Monday is a double shotgun day – 7:30 am and
12:30 pm.
Wednesday and Thursday we have a 12:30
pm shotgun open for all players.
• On
Player’s Cards
• Player’s
Reminder
Want to Learn to Play Golf?
If you have ever thought about picking up a
club, either again or for the first time, you can
make golf your sport for a lifetime. Stop by the
South Course’s golf shop or give us a call at
760-200-3375 to book a lesson. We have three
golf professionals that will customize their
instruction to meet your needs.
For everyone’s safety: no walking, jogging,
bicycles, or dogs on the golf courses.
Tony Chavez
I will see you at the turn…
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cards are valid for one year form the
date of issue.
• Earned rewards are valid for one year from the
date of issue.
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2016 Fitness Guest
Punch Cards
The 2016 Fitness
Guest Punch Cards will be
available for pick up at the
Montecito Fitness Center
AFTER 12 PM.
Please make sure to pick up your
punch card. It is required for
any guests that will be using the
Fitness Center. This card must
be presented at the desk prior to
using the Fitness Centers. One
of the 50 squares will be signed
off for each guest for every day
of use. If a guest does not have
the punch card, a fee of $5 per
person per visit will be charged.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Mixed Doubles 3.5
7:00 AM (TC)
(2nd & 4th Sunday only)
Total Body Circuit
7:00 AM (AS) $
Stretch
7:00 AM (AS) $
Women’s 3.0-4.0
7:00 AM (TC)
Men’s 3.0
7:00 AM (TC)
Pickleball Club
8:00 AM (SR)
Pickleball Club
8:00 AM (SR)
Interval Training
8:00 AM (AS) $
Total Body Circuit
8:00 AM (AS) $
Bocce Buddies
8:30 AM (MC)
Yoga
9:00 AM (AS) $
Zumba
9:00 AM (AS) $
Aqua Fitness
10:00 AM (IP) $
Men’s 3.5
9:00 AM (TC)
Cardio & Strength
10:00 AM (AS) $
Yoga
9:00 AM (SR) $5
Reformer Pilates
11:00 AM (AS) $12
Pickleball Club
8:00 AM (SR)
Table Tennis Club
2:30 PM (SR)
Aqua Fitness
9:00 AM (IP) $
Guest Policies For Fitness
Centers And Pools
Guests, for admittance to
Fitness Center and Pool
please register each day at the
desk to receive your wristband.
• Beginning November 1, 2015
to April 30, 2016 guests
unaccompanied to the Fitness
Center by a resident are
permitted only after 12 pm.
• All
guests must present the
guest card if not accompanied
by the resident. No exceptions.
• All
forms must be completed
prior to using the facilities
including the pool areas.
rules including personal
conduct must be adhered to
by all users.
Reformer Pilates
12:00 PM (AS) $12
Mat Pilates
10:00 AM (AS) $
Legend
AS – Aerobic Studio
FC – Fitness Center
GC – Golf Club
IP – Indoor Pool
MC – Montecito CH
SR – Santa Rosa CH
OS – Offsite
TC – Tennis Courts
$ – $3 charge
Listings in BLUE
indicate Charter Club
membership required.
Massage
10:00 AM (FC)
(2/1 & 2/29)
Lively Liners
Beginner Review
1:00 PM (AS)
Beginning
Happy Tappers
2:00 PM (AS)
Men’s 3.5
11:00 AM (TC)
Reformer Pilates
11:00 AM (AS) $12
Intermediate
Happy Tappers
3:00 PM (AS)
Lively Liners Beginner I
12:30 PM (AS)
Beginner Yoga
4:00 PM (AS) $
Lively Liners Beginner II
1:30 PM (AS)
Bocce Buddies
6:30 PM (MC)
Lively Liners Advanced
Instruction
4:00 PM (AS)
SWAD
7:00 PM (AS)
(2/9, 2/16 & 2/23)
• All
• Guests
may be asked to
relinquish the use of any
equipment when residents are
waiting to use said equipment.
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Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Men’s 3.5
7:00 AM (TC)
Stretch
7:00 AM (AS) $
Women’s 3.0-4.0
7:00 AM (TC)
Men’s 3.0
7:00 AM (TC)
Pickleball Club
8:00 AM (SR)
Men’s 3.0
7:00 AM (TC)
Pickleball Club
8:00 AM (SR)
Pickleball Club
8:00 AM (SR)
Interval Training
8:00 AM (AS) $
Women’s 3.0-3.5
7:00 AM (TC)
Total Body
Circuit
8:00 AM (AS) $
Open Line Dance
9:00 AM (AS)
Zumba
8:00 AM (SR) $5
Pickleball Club
8:00 AM (SR)
Yoga
9:15 AM (SR) $5
Total Body Circuit
8:00 AM (AS) $
Zumba
9:00 AM (AS) $
Yoga
9:00 AM (AS) $
Aqua Fitness
9:00 AM (IP) $
Aqua Yoga Tai Chi
10:00 AM (IP) $
Men’s 3.5
9:00 AM (TC)
Zumba Toning
10:00 AM (AS) $
Beginner Yoga
10:00 AM (AS) $
Reformer Pilates
11:00 AM (AS) $12
Massage
10:00 AM (SR)
(2/10 & 2/24)
Thera-Band
1:00 PM (AS)
MAX 40/CLASS
Reformer Pilates
11:00 AM (AS) $12
Happy Tappers
3:00 PM (AS)
Beginner Yoga
4:00 PM (AS) $
Reformer Pilates
12:00 PM (AS) $12
Lively Liners
Intermediate Review
5:00 PM (AS)
Lively Liners
Beginner/Intermediate
Transition
1:00 PM (AS)
Lively Liners
Intermediate Instruction
2:00 PM (AS)
Zumba
9:00 AM (AS) $
Men’s 3.5-4.0
9:00 AM (TC)
Reformer Pilates
11:00 AM (AS) $12
Reformer Pilates
12:00 PM (AS) $12
Table Tennis
Open Play
12:00 PM (SR)
Yoga
9:00 AM (SR) $6
Cardio & Stability Ball
9:00 AM (AS) $
MAX 12/CLASS
Aqua Fitness
10:00 AM (IP) $
Chair Yoga
& Stretch
11:00 AM (AS) $
Lively Liners
Intermediate/Advanced
Transition
12:00 PM (AS)
Lively Liners
Advanced Instruction
1:00 PM (AS)
This schedule is
subject to change.
Check the Fitness Center
page on www.scshca.com
for class cancellations.
Studio classes are limited
to 30 participants for safety
purposes. Please arrive early
to ensure your spot.
Table Tennis Club
2:30 PM (SR)
For more information
on calendar listings,
call the Fitness Center
760-772-0430,
or log on to the web site
and check the Fitness Center
page for class descriptions.
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Fitness Calendar
Table Tennis Club
11:30 AM (SR)
Bocce Buddies
8:30 AM (MC)
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Sunday
Monday
1
8
14
15
21
22
10:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
2:30 PM
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
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9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
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8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Performing Arts (FH)
Mountain View Church (CAP) 10:00 AM
10:30 AM
MVC Bible Study (PAT)
12:00 PM
Needles & Pins (CAM/MIR)
12:30 PM
Table Tennis (PIS/NEW)
12:30 PM
Couples Golf (BR)
1:00 PM
Solo’s Club (CAP)
1:00 PM
4:00 PM
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
6:15 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM Quilters (CAM/MIR)
9:30 AM Bridge Lessons (CAP)
10:00 AM Performing Arts Tickets (CL)
10:30 AM Safety Meeting (LJ)
6:00 AM Town Hall (FH)
11:00 AM Women’s Golf (SHA)
8:00 AM Ceramics (CAM/MIR)
11:30 PM Mah Jongg (BR)
9:30 AM DRC Meeting (LJ)
11:30 AM Table Tennis (PIS/NEW)
12:00 PM Duplicate Bridge (BH)
1:00 PM Jewelry Club (MIR)
12:00 PM Tuesday Pan (PIS/NEW)
2:00 PM Landscape Advisory (LJ)
1:00 PM King & Queens Poker (MIR)
3:00 PM Camera Club (MON)
2:00 PM Community Facilities (LJ)
3:00 PM Golf Meeting (CAP)
2:00 PM GAC (CAP)
4:30 PM Table Tennis (PIS)
4:30 PM Town Hall (BH)
6:00 PM Bridge (CAP)
5:00 PM King & Queens Poker (PIS)
6:00 PM Performing Arts (FH)
6:00 PM Performing Arts (CAP)
7:00 PM Billiards Club (PAC)
10:00 AM Mah Jongg Lessons (FH)
9:45 AM Rimona Hadassah (FH)
10:00 AM Desert Life Board (LJ)
12:30 PM Mah Jongg (FH)
1:00 PM Computer Club Class (MON)
2:00 PM Men’s Golf Board (LJ)
3:00 PM Attainable Wellness Sem (PIS)
2:00 PM View Subcommittee (CAP)
3:00 PM Tuesday Night Putters (FH)
4:00 PM Desert Gardeners (MAR/SY1)
6:00 PM Gin Rummy (NEW)
5:00 PM King & Queens Poker (SY)
6:30 PM Pet Club (CAM/MIR)
7:00 PM Performing Arts (MIR)
6:30 PM Republicans (PIS/NEW)
7:30 AM Men’s Golf (BR)
9:30 AM DRC Meeting (LJ)
10:00 AM Mah Jongg Lessons (MAR)
11:00 AM Classy Niners (FH)
12:00 PM Desert Life (OS)
12:30 PM Mah Jongg (FH)
3:00 PM Golf Meeting (LJ)
3:00 PM Travel Club (CAP)
5:00 PM King & Queens Poker (NEW) 4:30 PM Table Tennis (PIS)
6:30 PM RV Club (CAP)
7:00 PM Veterans Club (CAM)
7:00 PM Comedy Night (BR)
10:00 AM Mah Jongg Less (CAP)
Lady Putters (CAP)
Creative Arts (CAM/MIR)
Performing Arts Tickets (CL) 10:00 AM Performing Arts Tickets (CL) 11:30 AM Table Tennis (PIS/NEW)
Int. Bridge Lessons (MON)
12:30 PM Mah Jongg (CAP)
12:00 PM Duplicate Bridge (FH)
Pan (SY2)
Needles & Pins (CAM)
Paper Crafters (MIR)
2:00 PM Performing Arts (BR)
1:00 PM King & Queens Poker (MAR)
Games Plus (CL)
2:00 PM Readers Ink (CAP)
Gin Rummy (NEW)
4:30 PM Table Tennis (PIS)
PM Tuesday Night Putters (CAM)
3:00
Community Singers (CAP)
King & Queens Poker (PIS)
6:00 PM Movie Group (CAM)
Performing Arts (BR)
5:00 PM Performing Arts (BR)
Pan (CAM)
7:00 PM Bunco (MIR)
8:00 AM Lady Putters (CAP)
9:00 AM Creative Arts (CAM/MIR)
10:30 AM Int. Bridge Lessons (MON)
12:00 PM Pan (CAP)
12:30 PM Needles & Pins (CAM)
12:30 PM Paper Crafters (MIR)
1:00 PM Games Plus (SY2)
1:30 PM Shall We All Dance (FH)
3:30 PM Communication Mtg. (LJ)
4:00 PM Community Singers (FH)
9:00 AM Mountain View Church (CAP) 10:30 AM Int. Bridge Lessons (MON)
11:00 PM Games Plus (SY2)
9:00 AM MVC Bible Study (PAT)
9:00 AM Needles & Pins (CAM/MIR)
2:30 PM Table Tennis (PIS/NEW)
4:00 PM Community Singers (CAP)
6:00 PM Indio Water Authority (BR)
6:00 PM Performing Arts (MON)
6:15 PM Pan (CAM/MIR)
7:00 PM DCF Meeting (LJ)
VALENTINE’S DAY
10:00 AM Candidate Forum #3 (FH)
12:00 PM Pan (MAR/SY1)
1:00 PM Games Plus (GR)
9:00 AM Mountain View Church (CAP) 1:00 PM Gin Rummy (NEW)
2:00 PM Finance Committee (LJ)
9:00 AM MVC Bible Study (PAT)
4:00 PM Community Singers (CAP)
2:30 PM Table Tennis (PIS/NEW)
5:00 PM Tuesday Night Putters (BR)
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Mountain View Church (CAP) 9:00 AM Executive Session (LJ)
MVC Bible Study (PAT)
Quilters (CAM/MIR)
A Bad Year for Tomatoes (BR) 12:30 PM Paper Crafters (MIR)
1:00 PM Games Plus (GR)
2:00 PM Board Meeting (BR)
4:00 PM Community Singers ()
7:00 PM Tutta Bella Vino (BR)
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Sign up or purchase tickets to Lifestyle events
at the Lifestyle Desk in the Montecito Clubhouse.
760.772.9617
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10:00 AM Writer’s Club (MON)
12:00 PM Pan (CAP)
12:30 PM Ukulele Lessons (CAM)
1:30 PM Ukulele Strummers (CAM/MIR)
2:00 PM Food & Beverage Comm. (LJ)
3:00 PM Women’s Golf (SY2)
5:00 PM King & Queens Poker (PIS/NEW)
5:00 PM Oke Dokey Karaoke (FH)
6:00 PM Democrats (CAP)
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12:00 PM
12:30 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
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9:30 AM
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12:30 PM
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12:30 PM
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2:00 PM
2:30 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
Ceramics (CAM/MIR)
Performing Arts Board (SY2)
Computer Club Meeting (FH)
Performing Arts Tickets (CL)
Pan (CAP)
Canasta (MIR)
Creative Arts (CAM)
Bingo (BR)
Movie Night: Mission
Impossible Rogue Nation
(CAM/MIR)
Ceramics (CAM/MIR)
Pan (CAP)
Canasta (MIR)
Creative Arts (CAM)
Computer Club Workshop (MON)
Oke Dokey Karaoke (FH)
Performing Arts (MON)
Movie Night:
Desert Dancer
(CAM/MIR)
Ceramics (CAM/MIR)
Pan (CAP)
Canasta (MIR)
Table Tennis Club (PIS/NEW)
Jewish Outreach (CAP)
Lively Liners (BR)
Performing Arts (MON)
Movie Night:
The Age of Adeline
(CAM/MIR)
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Creative Arts (CAM/MIR)
Pan (CAP)
Ukulele Lessons (CAM)
Ukulele Strummers CAM/MIR)
Camera Club (MON)
King & Queens Poker (PIS/NEW)
Bridge (CAP)
A Bad Year for Tomatoes (BR)
• = Montecito Clubhouse
• = Santa Rosa Clubhouse
AMP – Amphitheater
AS – Aerobic Studio
BC – Bocce Courts
BH – Back Half Ballroom
BR – Ballroom
BW – Breezeway
CAM – Cambria
CAP – Capistrano
CL – Clubhouse Lobby
FC – Fitness Center
FH – Front Half Ballroom
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
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9:00 AM MVC Bible Study (CAP)
11:00 AM Creative Arts Show (BR)
4:00 PM Let’s Meet & Eat (MON/PIS/NEW)
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5:00 PM Tennis Club (MON/PIS/NEW)
6:00 PM Shall We All Dance (BR)
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9:00 AM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
MVC Bible Study (CAP)
February Concert 2016 (CL)
Nick Palance Concert (BR)
Let’s Meet & Eat (MON/PIS/NEW)
Nick Palance Concert (BR)
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Ceramics (CAM/MIR)
Covenants Committee (LJ)
Pan (CL)
Canasta (CAP)
Creative Arts (CAM)
Table Tennis Club (PIS/NEW)
A Bad Year for Tomatoes (BR)
Movie Night: The Gift
(CAM/MIR)
GC – Golf Clubhouse
GR – Green Room
KSK – Kiosk
LJ – La Jolla
MAR – Marisol
MC – Montecito Clubhouse
MIR – Mirada
MON – Monterey
NEW – Newport
OS – Offsite
OUT – Outdoor Event
PAC – Pacifica
PAT – Patio by Capistrano
Saturday
7:00 PM A Bad Year for Tomatoes (BR)
PC – Putting Course
PIS – Pismo
PRK – Parking Lot
SC – Sports Court
SEL – Santa Rosa Events Lawn
SHA – Shadows Restaurant
SRC – Santa Rosa Clubhouse
SRP – Santa Rosa Patio
SY – Santa Ynez
SY1 – Santa Ynez I
SY2 – Santa Ynez II
TBD – To Be Decided
TC – Tennis Court
February 2016
Lifestyle Calendar of Events
8:00 AM Women’s Golf (CAP)
10:00 AM Writer’s Club (MON)
12:00 PM Men’s Golf (BR)
12:00 PM Pan (CAP)
1:00 PM Couples Golf Board (PIS)
1:30 PM Ukulele Strummers (CAM)
2:00 PM Information Advisory (LJ)
6:00 PM Holistic Health Club (MON)
9:30 AM Temecula Wine (OS)
10:00 AM Camera Club Light Room (LJ)
12:00 PM Pan (CAP)
1:30 PM Ukulele Strummers (CAM/MIR)
2:00 PM The Voice (BR)
3:00 PM Meet a Board Member (SRP)
6:00 PM Holistic Health Club (MON)
7:00 PM Discussion Forum Club (FH)
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Club Contact Information
Billiards
Don Salvatore
760-775-8394
salvatoredon1@gmail.com
Bocce Buddies
Rick Halla
760-347-9676
rick@rickhalla.com
Bowlers Club
Rose Borses
760-636-4788
desertrose19@dc.rr.com
Bridge
Marty Martin
760-262-8104
martymartin30@gmail.com
Bunco
Marcia Guntman
760-347-1534
mguntman@msn.com
Camera Club
Jeff Fier
408-410-5616
jeff@leefier.com
Canasta
Mary O’Hara
760-863-2108
jadeeve1950@gmail.com
Ceramics Club
Wes Warner
760-775-7501
wesriviera@yahoo.com
Classy Niners
Cynthia Bakshy
714-914-5480
scsh9ers@yahoo.com
Community Singers
Mary Harder
760-775-1427
maryharder@aol.com
Computer Club
Bill Singer
760-636-5055
infoscshcomputerclub
@gmail.com
Couples Golf
Arnold Choy
760-501-0345
choyarnold@yahoo.com
Creative Arts
Geoff Toner
760-345-8785
geoffreytoner6@gmail.com
Desert Gardeners
Linda Delaney
714-732-1225
lindajdelaney@gmail.com
Desert Life
Kathy Reid
760-469-2335
kreid2@dc.rr.com
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Discussion Forum
John Crawford
760-565-1311
crawford@earthlink.net
Games Plus
Pat Rosandich
760-343-0783
rosandich2@verizon.net
Gin Rummy
Marie Devito
760-636-5593
mariedevito2@gmail.com
Happy Tappers
Caroline Konczey
619-890-2916
caroline4health@gmail.com
Hiking Club
John Ramsey
760-342-0076
jobe@bendcable.com
Holistic Health Club
Jill Coleman
760-912-3797
jillrn50@gmail.com
Jewelry Club
Sharon Degenhart
619-777-3457
sdegenhart@ymail.com
King & Queens
Card Club
Mike Strittmatter
760-698-2790
mstrit2003@yahoo.com
Lady Putters
Maureen Whittaker
760-342-1260
scshladyputters@gmail.com
Let’s Meet and Eat Club
Tami Lamporte
760-399-2299
tlamporte@gmail.com
Lively Liners
Katy Linkjendal
760-610-5710
linkjendal@hotmail.com
Mah Jongg
Arlene LaPierre
760-403-7467
tigerntrixie@yahoo.com
Men’s Golf Club
Dennis Hooper
760-636-1048
dhooper101@aol.com
Needles & Pins
Cheryl Taylor
410-507-5591
eirikannie@gmail.com
Oke Dokey Karaoke
Gary Miller
760-393-2390
gcmiller21445@verizon.net
February 2016
Pairs 9-Hole Golf Club
Frank Bradish
760-469-2622
franknpeg@dc.rr.com
Pan
Susan Regier
559-361-4552
susan.regier@gmail.com
Paper Crafters
Margo Pagnini
760-565-1930
mjpagnini@juno.com
Tuesday Night Putters
Bud Nautel
760-636-1030
tuesdaynightputters@
gmail.com
Tutta Bella Vino
Julie Harris
760-217-6062
mjharris.88@verizon.net
Jewish Outreach Group
Arnie Gillman
760-347-8873
sg2467@aol.com
Mind, Body, and Soul
Karen Bernert
818-355-1188
kbern22@verizon.net
Ukulele Strummers
Mel Borses
760-636-4788
poppamel27@gmail.com
Republicans
Al Miller
760-863-1115
alm7651@verizon.net
Performing Arts
Gene Gambale
760-772-7555
gyneaux@aol.com
Veterans Club
Tom Hutson
760-347-6317
tomhutson@dc.rr.com
The Voice
Darlene Turner
760-200-5022
dardar3773@gmail.com
Pet Club
Bob Schuster
818-437-3699
lightingprofessionals@
yahoo.com
Women’s Golf Club
Susan Moss
760-834-9638
sjmoss49@earthlink.net
Clubs in Formation
Pickleball
Ray Colletti
805-558-0692
scsh.pickleball@gmail.com
Rainbow Friends
Frances Panster
760-393-8493
panichetti@dc.rr.com
Readers Ink
Connie Brennan
760-360-7182
conniebrennan@icloud.com
RV Club
Charlotte Emert
760-485-2990
charlotteemert@gmail.com
Shall We All Dance
Linda Delaney
760-772-1765
scshdanceclub@gmail.com
Solos
Mary Solty
760-863-4727
mlsolty@msn.com
Table Tennis
Ron Case
714-883-4509
rallencase@gmail.com
Tennis Club
George Cerny
760-347-9408
gcerny40@gmail.com
That’s Entertainment
Julie Johnston
760-772-0317
jjohnston003@dc.rr.com
Travel Club
Jerry Irwin
760-289-6748
ongreenpar@dc.rr.com
Writers Club
Tony Davis
760-775-9521
antiqphoto@gmail.com
Resident Groups
Backgammon
Bud Krause
760-321-5545
Car Club
John Ziegler
ziegler@pacifier.com
Baptist Church Group
George Vivlamore
760-775-7271
gavesq@aol.com
Motorcycle Rides
Robert Mastrangelo
760-636-0093
agourabob@dc.rr.com
Concerned Homeowners
of Shadow Hills
Gary Paff
contact@concernedhomeownersofshadowhills.com
Off-Road Jeeps
Lou Padilla
951-265-7222
offroadpad60@gmail.com
Democrats
Dom Summa
760-972-4640
dsummacal@aol.com
Hadassah
Cindy Hailpern
760-360-4902
cindy.hailpern@verizon.net
Off-Road Motorcycles
Rich Scales
562-714-7404
rescales@verizon.net
Road Bicycle Riders
Dario Fadiga
760-345-7398
dfadiga62@gmail.com
Interested in starting
a new club?
Are you interested in
another hobby? Drop by the
Lifestyle Desk to pick up an
informational packet.
760-772-9617
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Billiards Club
Bowlers Club
On Wednesday, December 30
we held our monthly tournament
for December. We played a singles
eight ball tournament with a race to three wins. We
had 14 players in competition. We also had a
consolation flight for those who lost their first
match. First place was won by Jeffrey Stoll and
second place went to a Blair Giem. The consolation
flight was won by Balta Rosales. Everyone played
well and had a great time.
Our club continues to meet every Wednesday at
7 pm in the Billiards Room for open play.
Tournaments are held the last Wednesday of the
month at a cost of $3 per player each tournament.
You must be a club member to play in the monthly
tournaments.
Women and men of all levels of experience are
welcome and encouraged to join. It’s a great way
to make new friends and meet your neighbors!
Come to the Montecito Billiards Room on
Wednesday nights for open play. Free lessons are
available at 10 am every Monday in the Billiards
Room by Bryan Murray (760-342-9028). Need
any further information please call Don Salvatore
(760-775-8394). See you on Wednesday at the
Billiards Room.
By now Bowlers are into the
second half of the league year. It’s
so exciting to see how beginners and
“returners” have been improving from week to
week. One of our wonderful, more experienced
bowlers, John Garcia has volunteered to teach
classes such as “How to make spares”, which has
been a tremendous help. As well, Joe, the manager
of Fantasy bowl has been coaching during our
bowling time and when any bowler requests private
time. Many of our bowlers have purchased new
equipment, which improves their game a great deal.
Before we know it, it will be time for the “BIG
BOWL OFF”, when winners of the first half year
will face off against winners of the second half. Also,
we’re gearing up to once again bowl against the
Sun City Palm Desert Bowlers for the “ULTIMATE
TROPHY”.
They say that one picture is worth 10,000 words.
See how much fun and enjoyment our Bowling
Club is having this winter:
We play bocce at the Montecito
Clubhouse every Monday and
Friday at 8:30 am and on Tuesday
evenings at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to play and
join our club. There are no membership dues.
Come along and meet a nice group of residents
who enjoy the game. It does not matter if you have
never played before, we can teach you the game.
We have five bocce courts at the Montecito
Clubhouse and only two courts now at the Santa
Rosa Clubhouse due to the additional Pickle Ball
courts recently constructed. We will play club events
at the Montecito throughout the winter months
until the snowbirds leave, when we will probably
return to the Santa Rosa. We will keep you posted.
The club plays year round in foursomes and
groups of six. If you want to play bocce at any time
other than when the club meets, bocce balls are
available for your use at the fitness desk. For more
information please call Carolyn 760- 636-1591.
Helping
each other
No you can’t throw
3 balls per frame
You’re invited to come down to Fantasy Bowl any
Friday at 10 am to cheer us on, laugh with us or at
us. Or if you’re lucky we may be looking for a sub
for the day.
Bridge
In 1958 Charles Goren appeared
on the cover of Time magazine
and proclaimed bridge the “United
States’ No. 1 card game.” For players who love the
challenge of bridge or just having fun, our SH
Bridge Club offers three weekly bridge games!
1) Tuesday afternoon starting at 12:20 pm in the
Montecito Ballroom is an ACBL-sanctioned game
where you can earn Master points. The cost is $3
for members and $5 for guests. 2) Wednesday
evening (6:30 – 9 pm) in the Capistrano Room is a
free game run by Carole Morgan. Contact her at
cmorganpr@aol.com or 760-262-8408 to get on the
invitation list for this group that likes to socialize
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and not take themselves too seriously! 3) Thursday Niter’s
is a free game (6:30 – 9 pm) in the Capistrano Room where
players get an opportunity to improve their skills as
coaching with bidding and play of the hand is provided. No
reservation or partner is needed – just show up!
Please check out our website at www.shbridgeclub.com for
score results, finding a partner, links for books/lessons, and
current announcements. Our Club President, Marty Martin,
(martymartin30@gmail.com or 760-262-8148) will answer
any questions. If you need a partner for the Tuesday ACBL
game, Sue Blom (blomzig@gmail.com or 760-565-1213)
will be happy to help you! Please join us at the bridge tables!
Bunco
Happy New Year everybody. May 2016
be the best year ever! Please join us the last
Wednesday night of each month at the
Montecito clubhouse for Bunco. The next time we will meet
will be on Wednesday, February 24 at 6:45 pm in the evening.
If you have any questions please contact Marcia Guntman,
also known as the Bunco Queen, at 760 347-1534.
Camera Club
Our club welcomes back Stewart Lynn
from the Coachella Valley Camera Club.
Stewart has served as Competition Chair of
his club since 2005; and has won annual best image and best
photographer awards. He was also Competition Chair of the
Southern California Council of Camera Clubs (2006-2015)
and its President (2009-2015). In January he did a presentation
for us on MACRO photography. This month he will be judging
and critiquing on our member’s photos. Photographic
competition is an area into which our club is expanding
along with our yearly entries to the Riverside County Date
Festival Photo Competition. Our photos will be featured at
the Festival from February 12 – 21. The club will also be
doing our first Photo Exhibit at the Montecito Clubhouse
on March 10. Look for more information in the View.
The club is open to everyone from beginners to advanced
users who want to actively participate in improving skills
and expanding knowledge.
We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 3 –
5 pm at the Santa Rosa Clubhouse. For more information
contact our president, Jeff Fier at jeff@leefier.com or
secretary, Anna at annaakelly@me.com. To join go to
www.scshcameraclub.com.
Canasta
The Canasta Club meets Fridays from
1 – 4pm in the Mirada Room. Old and
new players are welcome. New players can
observe, learn and play. For more information, please call
Mary at 760 863-2108.
Ceramics Club
Many of our members have been gone
over the holidays, but they are back now
along with many of our returning snowbirds.
Over the holidays, it was fun to have several members bring
their grandchildren in to make their own special projects.
We’re expecting a full house now, but there is always room
for new members who want to find an easy and fun way to
get in touch with their more creative side. Each month we try
to feature different kinds of projects in our display window.
The photograph featured here show some of the many
beautiful vases that club members have produced. The vases
were created using a variety of methods that can be used in
ceramics. Over the next several months we will be offering
two special classes to teach us even more techniques
Ceramic Club Vase Projects
Camera Club Trip to Zion by Diane Anderson
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Stop by our display case and take a look at those beautiful
vases or drop in to one of our classes. Maybe you will be
inspired to create something of your own. We meet on
Tuesday and Friday mornings from 8:30 am – 12:15 pm
in the Montecito Clubhouse. If you would like more
information, feel free to contact our club president, Wes
Warner, at 760-775-7501.
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Classy Niners
Thank you to Heritage Palms
Golf Club for hosting our first
invitational tournament of the season.
We enjoyed playing nine holes on a different course
and making new friends with a common interest.
We will be hosting Sun City Palm Desert on the
South Course for a tournament on February 16.
The cost is $46 which includes golf, lunch and
prizes. The field may be full but you may find the
sign-up on our website (www.shclassy9ers.com)
under the events tab.
Our members enjoyed two fun additions to our
regular Tuesday play in January; a pick-your-own
foursome featuring a sit-out scramble game and a
crazy and wild attire day. You must see the photos
on the website because words cannot begin to
describe the high spirits.
The Temecula Creek Inn Golf Getaway is only a
month away on March 22 – 24. Check the website
for more information about this event. Contact
Donna Campbell (donnafrankcampy@yahoo.com)
if you are interested in making a reservation.
Our new and improved website makes it easy to
stay current with all club activities, to sign-up for
weekly play five weeks in advance as well as for
Saturday clinics with Jon Manack, and to pay
online, too. Visit this site for everything you need
to know as a present or prospective member.
Busy, busy, busy learning our
concert music for April titled
HOMELAND! With all the
conditions going on in our world and at home, you
will love our patriotic musical salute which we will
present on Sunday, April 3, 2016. Many of the
tunes will be very familiar so save the date and be
sure to get your tickets ahead of time. We are so
fortunate that our snowbirds have also returned to
join in with our members here in the desert.
If you have any questions about our group, please
contact Eileen Heckel at 760-262-8046. More news
from us in the next issue of the View.
Computer Club
The February meeting of the
Computer Club will be held on
Couples Golf
Happy Valentine’s Day to all
you “young” lovers out there!!! In
February our 12:30 pm shotgun
events are on the 7th and the 21st with the latter
date being our ever popular Member/Member
Event (check in at 12 pm). Pay online or in the Pro
Shop. Signups are always the Monday after a
Sunday event at 8 am sharp. Membership
application and waiver forms are on our website and
in the Couples Golf drawer in the Shadow Hills GC
Pro Shop.
Club News
Community Singers
Friday, February 5 from 10 – 11 am in the front
half of the Ballroom, Montecito Clubhouse.
The purpose of this meeting is to help you do
more useful searches on your computer. This meeting
will focus on using search engines.
Google is the most popular search engine. We’ll
provide you some tips and tricks so you can get to
where you want to go on the Internet more
efficiently. There’s more to Google than just the
white page with the graphic and search box.
You’ll also learn about alternate search engines
such as Bing, Dogpile, Safari, and DuckDuckGo.
We all use search engines. Come to the meeting and
add to your expertise.
This General Meeting is open to all SCSH
residents. If you’re not a member and want to take
classes you can join the club at the start or end of
the meeting.
You can register for our February/March classes
online at our website, www.scshcomputerclub.com.
Simply go to the Calendar/Class Sign Up tab.
Select the class you want to take to see a short write
up of what the class is about. If you want to take
the class, select Sign Up, enter your name and email
and you’re registered.
In February our Open Workshops will be on
Friday, February 12 & 26. There will be an Android
only Open Workshop on Friday, February 19.
During Open Workshops our instructors and
mentors try to answer your computer-related
questions. Stop by any time between 2 – 4 pm.
Open Workshops and classes are held in the
Monterey Room, Santa Rosa Clubhouse.
Computer Club dues are $10 and include all
classes, presentations, workshops and meetings.
Questions? Reach us at infoscshcomputerclub@
gmail.com.
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Board Members for 2015/2016 are:
• Arnold Choy, President
• Susan Toder, Vice President
• Nancy Zimmerman, Membership
• David Moss, Treasurer
• Vivian Rayson, Secretary
• Joyce Johnson, Handicap
• Bill and Shirley Bergman, Tournaments
Check the website at www.shcouples.com for events,
schedules, membership info, green fees, pairings, games
formats, etc. For website changes, contact Rita Drinkard,
jacknritad@sbcglobal.net.
Questions concerning overall golf activities can be
directed to our Golf Advisory Committee (GAC) members,
Joyce Johnson, johnsonjoyce@verizon.net, 760-619-2758
or Don Hauser, dwlhauser@aol.com, 760-345-6223.
Questions regarding membership can be directed to Nancy
Zimmerman, nancyz0880@gmail.com, 916-825-4356.
General inquiries about the club can be directed to
Arnold Choy, choyarnold@yahoo.com, 760-501-0345.
“Duffers who consistently shank their balls are urged
to buy and study Shanks – No Thanks by R.K. Hoffman,
or in extreme cases, M.S. Howard’s excellent
Tennis for Beginners.”
~ Henry Beard, Golfing, 1985
If you are interested in learning more
about gardening in the desert, consider
joining the Desert Gardeners Club.
At our January outing, a Rosarian from the Desert Rose
Society gave us a hands-on demo on pruning roses, and we
then joined members of the Desert Rose Society to prune
the rose garden behind the Palm Desert City Hall.
We learned a new skill, and got to practice on someone
else’s roses!
Our February meeting is on February 9 at 4 pm in the
Montecito. A speaker will be talking to us about landscape
lighting.
Plans for our popular home garden visits will be discussed
at each monthly meeting.
Please see our flyer in this View for events scheduled this
spring.
The club meets on the second Wednesday of each month
at 4 pm in the Montecito Clubhouse, unless otherwise
noted. If you would like to be added to our email list and
receive notice of our meetings, please send an email to
SCSHDesertGardeners@gmail.com.
For more information, please contact Linda Delaney at
760-772-1765.
Creative Arts
Desert Life
We are artists of varied skill levels and
techniques who meet Monday and
Thursday mornings from 9 am – 12 pm at
the Montecito Clubhouse. Club dues for 2016 of $15 are
now due. You must be a member of the Club to take any of
the classes offered, or to participate in our club’s Annual
Art Show. Artist Barry Zauss Acrylic Classes end on
February 12. Artist Bill Butler will be teaching Figure
Drawing Classes on February 26 and March 4 (Fridays from
1 pm – 4 pm). Models may be provided. If you have any
questions contact: Bill Butler at 760-772-4458. Watercolor
Classes are scheduled for March 4, 11, 18 and April 1, 2016
from 1 pm – 4 pm. Class limit is 20. Price and the artist to
be announced.
Linda Williamson will be the featured Artist of the month
for February in the Montecito Clubhouse.
Don’t forget that our Annual Creative Arts Show is on
Saturday, February 6, from 11 am – 4 pm in the Ballroom
of the Montecito Clubhouse. Invite your family and friends.
Admission is free and there will be refreshments. Find the
perfect gift for your Valentine. Contact: President, Geoffrey
Toner at 760-345-8785.
Now that we are in the swing of 2016,
please come and join us to meet new
neighbors and regroup with old friends.
If you would like to join Desert Life, pick up a membership
application at the front desk (or with handouts at Santa
Rosa). Fill out the application, and attach a check for the
$15 membership fee made out to SCSH Desert Life. Write
“new” or “returning member” on your check and drop it
into the Desert Life mailbox in the Montecito Clubhouse.
For more information, contact Membership Chairperson,
Marie DeVito, at 760-636-5593.
February’s Luncheon Date: February 16, 2016
Time: 12 – 2 pm (doors open at 11:30 am)
Location: Heritage Palms Clubhouse
Program: Birgit Phillips from Operation Safe House will
be there to tell us about their program to rescue
troubled teens.
Charity for the Month (Optional): “Safe House”. They
need clothing such as slippers, pajamas, socks and
underwear (t-shirts - gray or black).
Menu: Sand Dabs and Cheesecake. Vegetarian menu is
Pasta Primavera. (Indicate “Vegetarian Menu” on
your check)
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Price: $23 Checks must be in by February 9 – in
mail slot at Montecito.
We are having an exciting new season at Desert
Life! Hope to see you there.
Discussion Forum Club
Games Plus
Games Plus was formed to play
various games. Currently we play
Bingo the first Friday of each month,
unless otherwise notified. Doors open at 5:30 pm
with games starting at 6:30 pm. Paper sells for $5
for 12 games, each game sheet has three cards. You
Gin Rummy
The gin rummy club meets
every Monday at the Santa Rosa
Clubhouse at 1 pm in the Newport
Room. The game usually lasts until 5 or 5:30 pm.
If you play gin rummy or would like to learn,
please contact Marie DeVito at 760-636-5593. We
are a fun group and all are welcome.
Hiking Club (Over the Hill Hikers)
SCSH’s Over the Hill Hiking Club
offers hikes from October to April,
most on the second and fourth
Thursdays of each month –
exceptions: November & December.
To be placed on the Club Email list
please contact John Ramsey at jobe@bendcable.com.
Members will receive additional hike information
by email. There are no dues!
• February 11 Fern Canyon (Indian Canyons)
3.5 miles, 400', Easy
Hike Leader – Sam Seebart
• February 25 West Fork (Indian Canyons)
5 miles, 1800', Moderate
Hike Leader – John Tang
• March 10
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
(Idyllwild) 5 miles, 300’ Easy
Club News
Morgan Levine: The Story of
Our Coachella Valley
For February we
welcome Morgan Levine, a tour
guide for Desert Adventures for
a quarter of a century. Her
passion for our desert and its
geology and cultural history is
contagious. When she is not
guiding eco-tours, she is working with numerous
environmental groups to protect our cultural and
natural desert resources.
Supported with numerous personal images, she
will share the history of the Coachella and Imperial
Valleys including:
• Its geological origins
• The arrival of plant and animal life
• The arrival of primitive man
• Our own use of this rich Valley
Morgan has been selected Best Guide by the PS
Desert Resorts Convention and Visitors’ Bureau
and by Palm Springs Tourism. Now, she has come
here to share her knowledge, and the nuances of
the desert, that set the standard for tours and
guides throughout the Valley.
Following the presentation, she will answer your
questions. Refreshments will be served.
When: Thursday, February 11
Time: 7 – 8:30 pm
Where: Montecito Ballroom
Season Pass $10 pp. in Mailbox or at the door.
Single session $5 for 2 or $3pp. at the door.
For information, contact President John Crawford
at crawfordc@earthlink.net or 760-565-1311.
may add additional sets of paper for $4 each. There
are two special games throughout the evening. You
may purchase double actions for $1 each and the
final game is 3 for $2. You may purchase as many
as you want to play. The two special games are
usually our biggest payouts. We also have a free
door prize raffle right after intermission. Our
December session was well attended. We had 176
people at this session with our two largest payouts
of $250 each. It’s a fun evening with lots of
fellowship. Bring your friends and or family to play.
Outside guests are always welcome. You must be
18 years of age to play.
On Mondays of each week there is a room
available from 12:30 – 4 pm for Scrabble and other
games. You must put together your own group to
play. There is no charge or dues to play on Monday.
If you have questions please contact Pat at
760-343-0783.
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• March
24
Pipes Canyon to Chaparrosa Peak
(Pioneertown) 8 miles, 1300' Moderate
• April 14
Mission Creek to Whitewater Canyon
5 miles, 600' Easy
• April 28
Keenwood to South Ridge (Idyllwild)
8 miles, 1750', Moderate
Marney Weaver, thank you for all your help as you
will be truly missed. We all wish you the very best down
the trail of life.
Jewelry Club
Holistic Health Club
Kings and Queens Card Club
We are a relatively new club with a
vested interest in natural solutions for
overall health. Our topics of discussion are
unlimited along the lines of holistic practices to create a
more balanced state. Instead of discussing disease or
medications, we’d rather explore holistic alternatives to
health, increase our knowledge of how our bodies work,
and sort out the conflicting information that is so prevalent
today. There will be a variety of speakers from different
practices, a few demonstrations, and stimulating
conversation! We simply ask that everyone be open to new
information and have respect for other’s viewpoints.
We are not approved by the FDA or AMA. The
information presented here is in no way intended to replace
the treatment or advice of your doctor. Always consult your
medical practitioner before starting any new treatments or
nutrition plan.
No need to be invited, and no obligation to join if you
just want to check us out on your first meeting. Yearly
membership is $10. Meetings are every first Thursday of
the month in the Montecito room in Santa Rosa at 6 pm.
We look forward to meeting you!
Please contact Jill Coleman RN for any questions:
760-912-3797 or jillrn50@gmail.com.
The name of the game is POKER!
Kings and Queens Card Club is open for
play throughout the year giving you the
chance to join in.
Who: Shadow Hills residents looking for a good night
out with friends and neighbors
When: Monday and Thursday nights at 5:30 pm and
Tuesday at 6 pm starting times
Where: Santa Rosa Clubhouse
What: Dealers choice (Omaha, Stud, Hi Low etc.)
Everyone is welcome to participate and just have some
fun. We’re always looking for new players from our Shadow
Hills community.
So let’s all shuffle up and deal!!!
For more information call Mike (760-698-2790) or
Bobby (310-977-1896).
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Have you ever wondered if you would
enjoy creating jewelry? Come to the
Mirada Room in the Montecito Clubhouse
any Wednesday afternoon between 1 – 3:30 pm and find
out. Come and watch what we are doing or jump right in
and choose from among our Newcomer Kits to learn to
make earrings or a bracelet. There will be a member
available to talk you through the process so that you will be
successful.
Our members possess a wide range of abilities. Each
month we shall have a specific focus with an opportunity
for us to learn a skill or work on your own project. The
schedule of events is being developed now. During January,
you may sign up to work with Bob Lewis learning to design
rings.
Each of us work on their own creations. We learn to make
necklaces, bracelets, earrings, anklets and bookmarks. Please
remember to look in the hall cabinets to see what we have
already created. There are two shelves in different cabinets.
We have so much fun designing, sharing and making new
friends. We look forward to meeting you one day soon!
Questions, please call Sharon Degenhart 619-777-3457.
Lady Putters
In February we always look forward to
our special Valentine Putting Event where
we have the chance to putt with a family
member or friend in a friendly competition. The two
morning putting sessions and afternoon reception will be
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held on Monday, February 8. Be sure to sign up for
this fun loving event by February 1! Our Valentine
committee is busy planning a fun day for all.
Lady Putters meet every Monday morning in the
Capistrano Room in the Montecito Clubhouse.
Putting check-in times are: Session 1, 7:45 am and
Session 2, 9 am.
We invite all ladies who have not tried their hand
at putting to come and visit us! No experience is
necessary. Come as a guest at no cost for the first
time! Annual membership dues are $15 for the
2015/2016 club year, plus the cost of a logo shirt.
All that is needed is a putter, a ball, $2 and the
desire to meet new friends and have fun. Please
note that we do adhere to standard golf dress codes
(no jeans or tank tops). No golf spikes, please.
Visit
the
Lady
Putters
website
at
www.shputters.com for more information and the
latest updates about the club. If you have any
questions, please contact Nancy Hansen at
760-895-4611 or send an email message to
scshladyputters@gmail.com.
Let’s Meet & Eat Club
Lively Liners
Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s time
for all young or young at heart
lovers or singles looking for love to
join us for our February dance, “Under the Venetian
Skies,” Friday, February 19 from 6 – 8:45 pm in
the Montecito Ballroom. Don’t forget to bring
your favorite beverage and a snack. Members are
$5 and guests are $10. If you would like to make a
Mah Jongg
Our Sun City Shadow Hills
Mah Jongg club welcomes all our
members to February, 2016! We
hope you are enjoying our fabulous “winter”
weather!
Our annual paid up member’s luncheon is
Wednesday, February 3 at the Montecito
Clubhouse. We will be celebrating the Chinese
New Year with delicious Chinese food. The cost is
$5 per member, paid before February 3. Doors will
open at 11:30 am, and Mah Jongg will be played
after the luncheon.
An important reminder for all our tables: please
set and/or review your table rules before your games
begin. Please fold your tablecloths when finished.
Very Happy Mah Jongg Valentine’s Day Wishes!
See you on Wednesday!
Men’s Golf Club
We have had frost delays, rain
days, and still the spirit and fun of
golf is still vibrant at Shadow Hills.
The Men’s Golf club has a two-man, a four-man
and a stable ford event planned on Thursdays in
February. All of this while the two-man team
matches are still being played. And don’t forget the
famous Can/Am Cup where a Canadian team plays
against an American team of golfers to see who can
win the competition on February 4. Get out your
flags and support the team of your choice.
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We have so many great times.
Join our club for $10.
We meet twice a month, one
includes local entertainment. The cost is $10 for
entertainment. Always pay by check, put in our
clubs mailbox. Bring an appetizer to share at a table
of 10, and for yourself bring a drink (beer or wine
ok, no hard stuff). Check our flyer at the Santa
Rosa, or Montecito.
The second meet is pot luck. Bring appetizer,
main dish, or dessert to share. Come and meet a
new friend.
Karen Dallmann 206-795-6996 or check our
website www.scshneighbors.com.
reservation, you may contact Katy Linkjendal at
linkjendal@hotmail.com or call her at 760-610-5710.
If you would like to try line dancing (we hope
you will), please stop by on Mondays at 12:15 pm
in the Aerobic Studio. If you are new to our Club,
you may try line dancing one time for free.
Membership is $15 per year and classes are $15 per
month for the months you attend class.
Please visit our website at www.scshlivelyiners.com.
Our website will give you contact information, how
to join our club, club news, monthly calendar,
dance steps, links for line dances and much more.
If you would like more information about our
Club without going on line, you may contact our
President, Arnold Choy, at 650-867-7089.
Looking forward to seeing you! Keep on dancing!
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We welcome new members and your membership will be
good through December 31, 2016. Contact Joe Zelazny at
joe.zelazny@gmail.com for more information.
Needles & Pins
2015 is behind us and we ended with a
wonderful holiday dessert party. The room
looked so festive with holiday décor and
some very tasty desserts. The event was coordinated by two
of our members, Joan Kiening, and Susan Miller. It’s hard
to say no to such a display of goodies. Once again our group
gave to the Veterans Club Toys for Tots Holiday program.
As always a generous group.
Our New Year’s January 11th Mexican lunch at the
Montecito Clubhouse was a huge success. All had a
wonderful time.
Roz Leicht continues to teach beginning knitters. Her
project To Children with Love was close to donating 70
blankets and quilts to Project Linus, a national organization
that helps children in local hospitals, shelters, or anywhere
a child needs a hug. The club continues to make quilts,
blankets, and hats for Project Linus all year long. This
charity is near and dear to their hearts.
As of the end of 2015 we have 73 members in Needles
and Pins. Stop by and see some of our beautiful work at the
glass showcase at the end of the hall in the Montecito
Clubhouse. It’s a wow!
Quilters and Knitters meet every Monday 12:30 – 5pm,
and first and third Sundays 9 am – 5 pm. Quilters times,
also, are the second and fourth Sundays 9 am – 5 pm and
Wednesdays 9 am – 12 pm. It’s a great group with a lot of
talent.
Oke Dokey Karaoke
When: Friday, February 12 and Thursday,
February 18, 2016 (5 – 8 pm)
Yay, we’re back to two times a month
again! And with our technical issues behind us we will be
better able to take advantage of the extra dates…
Karaoke is selecting “Your Song” then singing along with
the music, with lyrics on the large screen monitor! You pick
the song from a songbook of 10,000 songs (or online).
Songs by Artist; Songs by Title & write them on Song Slips:
www.scshca.com/clubs-and-groups/okey-dokey-karaoke/.
Filling slips out in advance makes the meeting go so-o-o-o
much smoother…
Come as a guest and try us out for one meeting, then join
as a member. Annual dues are $10. If you are shy or curious,
you can call our president, Gary Miller (408-234-4582) and
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he will be happy to help you with whatever questions you
may have.
Don’t miss the fun – come early to the Montecito
Ballroom. B.Y.O.B and snacks.
Pairs’ 9-Hole Golf Club
Have a Happy Valentine’s Day this
month! Our club’s mission is to share the
love of golf in a social, friendly way. We will
be playing at the par-3 North Course. We have a fun lineup
of games and events planned. Our club does not require
handicaps and is designed to provide golf for those of us
who wish to have a relaxed fun game.
We encourage people to join, be it singles or a couple.
Each month we begin play at 1 p.m. with sign-in at
12:30 pm. We play on the first and third Thursday each
month unless otherwise posted. We use a shot-gun start
format. We are able to play all 18 holes even though our
name is Pairs 9-Hole Golf Club. Annual membership dues
are $10 per person.
All resident golfers in SCSH are welcome to join. There
is a sign-up sheet in the North Course Pro Shop. Sign-up
must be completed either in person at the pro shop or by
using our web site no later than noon on the Wednesday
prior to the posted play date. We gather on the patio at the
Shadows restaurant for a fun social hour after each play date.
For more information about our fun Sun City Shadows
Hills golf club, please contact Frank Bradish by phone at
760-469-2622 or by email at franknpeg@dc.rr.com. Our
web site is: www.mysignup.com/scshpairsgolf.
Pan
There’s a lot of pan in 2016!
Our first General Meeting was held on
January 28. Many of our newest members as
well as our long time players joined the meeting to find out
about this year’s events.
Pan Lessons will be given on Fridays. January 8 was the
first one of the Spring Lessons. Keep in touch with Shelley
Brown (213-200-3932), to find out about more dates and
times and place.
The Pan Club is excited about our Spring Pan Tournament
being held on March 10 at the Montecito Clubhouse. We
will have room for some additional players so be sure to sign
up early. We will be sending out an email to everyone on
our Pan Roster, have sign-up sheets on Pan days, or you can
contact one of the officers to get your name on the list and
hold your spot with a check. You must be a Pan Club
member to play in the Tournament. The $25 entrance fee
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will cover your lunch and prizes for the top players.
Be sure to sign up early to guarantee your spot as
there will be limited space.
If you have any questions, contact one of the
officers. Susan Regier (559-361-4552), Shelley
Brown, Adrienne Helfand, or Francine Schuster.
Paper Crafters
2016 is proving to be an exciting
and fun year already! We’ve added
quite a few new members to our
club and the classroom is full of enthusiastic paper
crafters. We’ve been making some very interesting,
beautiful, and even humorous cards, one of which
is shown below.
“Dance” Card, Created By Sandi Cain
Performing Arts
We welcome to our Club anyone
who is interested in any aspect of
stage performance. That includes
Pet Club
The next meeting of the Pet
Club on February 9 will feature
two guest speakers that will provide
relevant information for all pet lovers. All of us who
love our pets will have to face the terrible grief that
affects us when we lose them. Rabbi Sally Orlin will
speak to guests regarding grief counseling and pet
memorials. Animal Samaritans will also be present
to discuss important issues affecting our pets. Come
join us at the Pet Club meeting. You will learn a lot
and meet many of your pet-loving neighbors. We
are a friendly welcoming group who meet monthly
to hear special guests, talk, and have fun.
We are still working on creating that collage of
our pets to display at each meeting. If you haven’t
already, please bring photographs of your pets to
the meeting. The display will give us all a chance to
show our pet friends off a little.
The Pet Club meets on the second Tuesday of
each month at 6:30 pm in the Cambria Room.
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If you are interested in joining our club, we meet
every Monday in the Mirada Room at the
Montecito Clubhouse at 12:30 pm to “set up” and
“catch up” with each other. Card classes begin at 1
pm and generally end at 3 pm. “Do It Yourself
Time”, learning a new technique, or how to use our
equipment begins after class from 3 – 5 pm. You
are invited to attend a class, make the project, and
then decide if you would like to join our group.
Membership cost per year is $10. Weekly projects
range between $1 – $3.
Please visit our showcase in the clubhouse
(opposite the Mirada Room) to view some of our
current projects (or peek into our classroom on a
Monday and see first-hand what we’re all about).
Questions? Call Margo Pagnini at 760-565-1930
or email her at mjpagnini@juno.com.
performers, producers, set designers, costume
managers, and just general help with the many areas
that are involved in the production of a play or
musical. Our coming meeting is on Wednesday,
February 10, 7 pm at the Montecito Clubhouse.
Everyone is welcome.
Our production team and actors have been active
and rehearsing for our next play to be presented this
month. Our performance is scheduled for February
25, 26, 27, and 28, 2016. The Play is titled A Bad
Year for Tomatoes. Tickets will be available now at the
ticket tables in the Clubhouse. Seats are reserved so
please reserve your premium seats early. The Actors
are our SCSH neighbors and friends, Eileen Heckel,
Criss Keifer, Jeff Moses, Kim Page, Gene Gambale,
Gloria Lash, and Janae Kleban. The Director is
Patricia Melvin, assisted by Pat Rosandich.
Members, even those without any acting
experience, enjoy performing and doing a great
many behind the scene activities involved in
production. Please contact any of the Board
members for additional information: Gene
Gambale (gyneaux@aol.com or 760-772-7555),
Vic Saraydarian (asaraydarian@yahoo.com or
760-912-5499, Maureen Abel (wabel@dc.rr.com or
760-289-6196, Geri Butler (gbutler414@gmail.com
or 760-775-7846, and PJ Nilson (pjnilson1@aol.com
or 760-469-3420.
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We hope you will be able to join us at our meetings. If you
need more information, please contact Bob Schuster at
818-437-3699 or litepro7@gmail.com.
Pickleball
The new courts are in full swing and
getting busy. Our “Intro to Pickleball” was
a huge success with a tremendous turn out
bringing in many new members to our Pickleball Club.
This season we will have three categories of play, Beginners,
Intermediate, and Advance players. Each category will have
scheduled times to play (see below), so you will be able to
play with members that are in the same skill level as you are.
The PB Ladder will be moved to Tuesdays this season and
we encourage all members to sign up and participate no
matter your skill level.
In addition to our new courts we now have a new website:
scshpickleball.com.
You will now be able to access information about the
Pickleball Club activities, events, schedule and other vital
information via the internet. Paid Members will have access
to sign up for the ladder, tournaments, roster, etc.
Current schedule:
Advance Players have courts: 1, 2, 3, and 4, 8 –10 am on
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and courts 1, 2, and 3,
10 am – 12 pm Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
Intermediate Players have courts: 1, 2, 3, and 4, 8 –
10 am on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday and Courts 1, 2,
and 3, 10 am – 12 pm on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Advance and Intermediate Players have open play on
courts 1, 2, and 3 from 12 – 2 pm, seven days a week
Beginners will have court 4 from 10 am – 2 pm, Monday,
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Tuesday is for the Ladder. All courts are reserved for the
ladder from 8 am – 2 pm only.
We look forward to having a great Pickleball Season with
all our returning members and our many new members. It’s
a great social activity no matter what your skill level is.
Rainbow Friends
Happy Valentine’s Day Everyone!
Our sincere thanks goes to everyone who
helped make our Annual Dinner/Dance such
an outstanding event with great friends, tasty food, and
wonderful music! What a great way to start the New Year!
We look forward to seeing members old and new at our
regular meeting, which will take place on Wednesday,
February 10 at the Montecito clubhouse starting at 6 pm.
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Please bring your thoughts and suggestions on what you
would like to do as a club throughout 2016.
We are a social club for gay, lesbian, family and friends. For
further information, please contact Frances at 760-393-8493.
Readers Ink
Readers Ink meets on the fourth Tuesday
of every month in the Montecito Clubhouse
at 2 pm. We read and discuss a variety of
books, chosen by popular vote. Different members lead
each discussion and all our meetings are lively. Everyone has
the opportunity to be part of the conversation and give each
book a numerical rating. Dues are $10.
This month we’ll be reading The Silent Sister by Diane
Chamberlain, a suspenseful tale of a young woman who has
spent her entire life believing that her talented older sister
committed suicide as a teenager. Twenty years later she’s
cleaning out her father’s house after his death when she
learns that her sister is alive and living under a new identity.
Why was she on the run? As she works to uncover the truth,
her discoveries will put into question everything she
thought she knew about her family. The characters are
portrayed with an understanding that sometimes life’s most
tragic mistakes require heroic strength to survive.
For information, please contact Connie Brennan at
conniebrennan@icloud.com.
RV Club
The RV Club has several travel destinations
planned for the months ahead as well as
some fun social events. This past month
several of our members headed to Laughlin, NV, The
Riverside Resort & RV Park. Our wagon masters, Sam
Anselmo and Linda Holmes planned a great rally which
included a week of camping, buffet meals, our cocktail
socials, and a prime rib dinner.
This month on February 8 we will be traveling to the
Palms RV Resort in Yuma, AZ with wagon masters Marty
and Jan Martin. In March we will be heading to Goodyear,
AZ, Cotton Lane RV & Golf Resort with wagon masters
Steve and Lynda Binder. If you are planning on joining our
club and would like information on any of the planned
rallies or social activities, please contact us for details. We
would love to have you join us.
Our next scheduled meeting will be held Tuesday,
February 16 at 6:30 pm in the Capistrano room of the
Montecito Clubhouse. If you are interested in the RV
lifestyle, please come join us. For more information,
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call President, Charlotte Emert at 760-485-2990
or email charlotteemert@gmail.com; or Vice
President, Pat Rosandich at 760-343-0783, or
email rosandich2@verizon.net.
Shall We All Dance
Solos
The Solos Club is designed to
provide single residents an
opportunity to make friends with
other singles who have similar interests. If you like
to eat out, go to concerts and plays, take tours,
travel, then Solos is the club for you.
The Solos Club meetings are normally held the
third Sunday of the month at 5 pm in the
Capistrano room. In January, we had a combined
dinner meeting and trivia night with the Solos of
Sun City Palm Desert. Our plans for February have
Table Tennis
February has arrived once again
and the East Coast thoughts turn
to that pesky little groundhog
rodent to see whether or not he sees his shadow.
Who cares! We always see our shadow here in Sun
City Shadow Hills and if we don’t we can always go
over to the Santa Rosa Club House and engage in
a very competitive game of table tennis.
Thumbing through the View will reveal the days
and times we play.
If any questions come to mind call John Carey,
770-565-1650.
Hope to see you soon.
Tennis Club
Hey there “LOVE” birds.
February is going to be another
action packed month as we continue
with club programs and are also deep into USTA,
Wild Cat and Desert League matches. Throw in
our second, in a series of three, duels at Sun City
Palm Desert on the 6th… better known as “Sunny
Cup”, and our annual Can-Am Tournament,
followed by a social and dinner on the 13th… and
you have yourself a smorgasbord of ways to
participate in this wonderful sport. If you are not
playing, please come to the courts and cheer on
your fellow SCSH players!
We would like to thank all who helped to make
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Do you need somewhere to
relax and socialize? Listen to great
music provided by DJs? Or get your
aerobics fix on the dance floor? Then this is the club
for you! The Shall We All Dance club hosts a
monthly party filled with fun people and great
music.
Remember the sock hops and Friday night school
dances of our youth? Well, this is the adult version.
Come and rediscover all the fun you’ve been
missing.
Our February dance event is Saturday the 13th,
from 6 – 9 pm in the Montecito Clubhouse
ballroom. This event is casual/California casual –
we provide the music (DJ) and you bring your own
food/snacks. No reservations required – just pay at
the door.
Annual membership dues are $10 per person
which includes entry into your first dance. Dance
fees for subsequent dances are only $5 per member.
For non-members, dance fees are $10 per person.
Interested in dance lessons? Free lessons are being
offered to SCSH residents. Check our flyer in this
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February is Night Club Two Step, and March is
Cha Cha.
For more information, call Linda Delaney at
760-772-1765, or check out our website at
www.scshdancers.com.
not yet been finalized. Some of our members meet
at the Shadows at 4:30 pm on Fridays for Happy
Hour.
Our year runs from July 1 to June 30 with annual
dues of $10. A flyer listing a sample of our activities
can be found in the rounder at the Lifestyle desk.
Membership forms are available at the Lifestyle
desk. Completed forms, along with your check for
$10 made out to “SCSH Solos,” can be placed in
the Solos’ mailbox located in the hallway behind
the library.
Monthly Solos Newsletters providing information
regarding the events and details for the upcoming
month are emailed or mailed to members.
Questions may be directed to Mary Solty at
760-863-4727 or emailed to solos1mary@gmail.com
or to Shirley Bunce at 760-345-8121.
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our World Team Tennis event on January 9th a huge
success. Eight teams mixed it up for world dominance
against “frenemies” and a yummy Chinese dinner followed
the tournament.
Our Spring Fling, dinner and business meeting, will be
held on March 31 at the Montecito Clubhouse. An email
will be sent to all members with details.
To participate in club programs, log on to our website
www.scshtennis.com.
If you are not currently a member and would like to join
our club, an application can be downloaded from the
website. Dues are $20 per year.
Questions? Please contact George Cerny at 760-3479408 or gcerny40@gmail.com
That’s Entertainment
The Third Wednesday of every month
we present Sir-Laffs A-Lot’s comedy night
at the Montecito Clubhouse. If you have
never been to comedy night, we arrange for two LA
comedians to drive out to Indio and do an amazing show
for 90 minutes. The comedians are different every month
and the show can be “R” rated for adult content, so plan
accordingly. Please get your tickets early as this event sells
out quickly during winter season. Please see our ad in this
magazine, the Community Website (scshca.com) or lobby
flyers for further details.
If you would be interested in helping to put on these
events from time to time as a member of the “That’s
Entertainment Club”, please call Julie at 760-772-0317.
That’s Entertainment Club is a proud sponsor of
entertainment at Shadow Hills.
Travel Club
Our next meeting is on February 17 at
3 pm in the Capistrano Room. That
meeting will be hosted by Chuck from “In
The Bag.” Please make note of the early start time. It will
be a two hour meeting. We will get the presentation that
he usually does in his store in Palm Desert. He will have all
sorts of travel tips. Don’t miss it! Our March meeting will
feature Collette Tours.
Last July we did a river cruise from Nice to Paris and we
filled the entire ship which accommodates 45 passengers.
Don’t miss our Tuscany and Amalfi trip in 2017. I included
a group photo taken in Lyon.
At the time of this writing we are planning some 2016
trips. In March we will host a seven day Mexican Riviera
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cruise on Princess Lines. Ports will include Puerto Vallerta,
Mazaltan, and Cabo San Lucas. We are planning a small
ship cruise for about 50 travelers on June 23, 2016 to the
Dalmatian Coast of the Adriatic. Among other stops, it
includes Dubrovnik and Athens. We have a sold out golf
trip to Ireland in August 2016. We are looking for ideas for
2017 and Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast sounds good. Any
other idea will be considered. Our dues are only $5 per
person. Contact Jerry Irwin at 760-289-6748 or
ongreenpar@dc.rr.com.
Tutta Bella Vino
Come join your wine club on Monday,
February 29, 2016, at 7 pm in the
Montecito Clubhouse as we bring back a
perennial favorite at member request: The Wines of Italy.
(Please note that we are not meeting on a Saturday this
month because of scheduling conflicts in the ballroom.)
Home to some of the globe’s oldest wine-growing areas,
Italy – whose production is the largest in the world – is
known for its wide variety as well as distinct regional styles.
Almost one million vineyards are under cultivation with at
least 850 different documented varietals. We’ll be serving a
selection of the most popular plus a surprise or two!
The cost remains $20 per person (which includes a small
plate of food pairings). This event is open to members
and their guests only. (You may attend one event before
becoming a member.) Membership is $10/person for the
season. Flyers with more information and registration
instructions plus a membership application are available at
the Montecito Lifestyle desk. The registration deadline is
February 22, 2016, or until sellout. We cannot accept
payment at the door.
Questions? Please contact Julie Harris, VP/Membership,
at mjharris.88@verizon.net or 760-217-6062.
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Ukulele Strummers
We’re looking forward to an
exciting year. New members
continue to join us, new songs are
being added to our repertoire, and we haven’t met
to discuss all the possibilities for expanding our
knowledge and talent. Here’s a bit of information
you may not be aware of. In the past we’ve been
approached by various clubs and other groups like
Indio Women’s club, Lady Golfers, Indio Police
and Fire Annual Breakfast to entertain for their
affairs. If you think you might want that for your
club contact us. We can play the oldies, western,
Hawaiian, 50s, 60s, and 70s. No we do not do Hip
Hop or Rap. If you have a favorite you’d like us to
play send us the name via email or drop it in the
mail box in the lobby at Montecito. We’ll learn it
then invite you in to hear us perform it.
In closing this month’s article below enjoy some
pictures from the past.
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Women’s Golf Club
This is a busy month for
members beginning with “Beat
the Pro” on February 3, followed by
the February 10 “For the Love of Golf” Guest Day.
The final event for the month is the two day
Member-Member tournament on the 17th and
24th. Please go to the shwgc.com website for
further information on these events and to sign up
to play.
We welcome and encourage all ladies interested
in playing 18 holes of golf each Wednesday at 8 am
to check out the shwgc.com website for information
and application. Questions can be directed to
Cres Conatser at cresconatser@gmail.com for
membership, Nikki Stryker at nikkimstryler@aol.com
for handicap or GHIN and Susan Moss at
jmoss49@earthlink.net for general questions.
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Veterans Club
Unlike many veterans groups,
this club is not about rehashing
war experiences. Our club is about
assisting members and their spouses as well as all
our neighbors. We sponsor speakers to make
veterans aware of the many benefits they have
earned while serving their country. The club has
also established a reference file with the many
agencies that deal with the elderly, including
veterans.
The club provides services to the SCSH
community: Veterans Day in the fall; a highly
successful Toys-For-Tots drive to begin winter; and
Writer’s Club
Every year millions of great
stories disappear forever as people
pass on. Everyone has a story to tell,
wouldn’t you like to write yours now?
Many new members have never written before
and now they have published their book. We will
show you how to self-publish for no cost! All you
pay for are the books you want to buy. It can be
only one if that is all you need.
Try your hand at writing that story you have
always wanted to tell. It does not matter if you
are writing; fiction, non-fiction, memoirs, or
screenplays, write a page a day for a year and you
have a book!
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For information contact
poppomel27@gmail.com.
our Memorial Day flag raising ceremony in the
spring – providing recognition to those who have
served. The flag display in the lobby of the
Montecito Clubhouse is courtesy of our club. We
also offer US flag disposal for worn flags as well as
the sale of new flags. And finally, we offer an
e-newsletter to our members with the latest
information concerning veterans and club
happenings, making this newsletter a “must have.”
We meet on the third Tuesday of the month,
February 16, at 7 pm in the Montecito Clubhouse.
Our new hats, with logo, are in – so be sure to see
Pete Anderson.
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Every member has the opportunity to read one or two
pages (double spaced) of their work to the group; receive
ideas, direction and gentle criticism. Part of being in our
club, is the encouragement we get from each other to write
on a regular basis.
The Writer’s Club meetings this month are Thursdays,
February 4 and 18 at 10 am in the Santa Rosa Clubhouse.
Who knows, you may find the hidden writer in you. Free
membership! How can you go wrong?
For more information: antiqphoto@gmail.com.
Resident Groups
Concerned Homeowners of Shadow Hills
Concerned Homeowners of Shadow Hills
is a Board-authorized resident group. Our
goal is to bring the community together
with accurate information and unifying
ideas. We represent homeowners’
common interests, build community
harmony, and help neighbors work together to
enhance our lifestyle.
Since our inception a few months ago, we have grown to
over 500 members – all homeowners like you who are
committed to ensuring our community stays strong, our
financials remain sound, and our amenities are the best they
can be.
We are currently facing a critical election for Sun City
Shadow Hills – one that will determine our community’s
success in the future. Considering what’s at stake, we
encourage all of our neighbors to join us in our cause. We
urge you to get involved, understand the issues, stay informed,
and vote.
After careful consideration, Concerned Homeowners of
Shadow Hills proudly endorses Joan Dzuro, Vicki Berg, and
Carey Thompson for election to our HOA Board of
Directors. These three residents offer us proven leadership,
in-depth financial understanding, and a unique ability to
listen to and work with all residents.
If you are a concerned homeowner and committed to
ensuring that our community remains strong, please visit our
website at www.ConcernedHomeownersofShadowHills.com,
see what we are all about, and join our membership. But
most important, to protect our property values and
bring our community together, cast your ballot for our
candidates.
We are here for the long haul and will continue to
represent homeowner interests and fight for the truth.
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February 2016
Democrats
The next meeting of the Democrats in
Sun City Shadow Hills will be on
Thursday, February 18, 2016, at 6 pm in the
Capistrano room at the Montecito Clubhouse. Our
program will feature a presentation on Medicare and the
changes that have taken place this year. Many of us rely on
Medicare to provide for our health care coverage, and the
discussion should provide answers to questions about how
to best use this important insurance.
2016 promises to be a very busy election year. If you are
a registered Democrat living in Sun City Shadow Hills, you
are encouraged to attend our meetings and participate in
the many activities that will assist our candidates in 2016.
If you have any questions about the Democrats in Sun
City Shadow Hills, please send an email to Dom Summa –
dsummacal@aol.com.
Hadassah
Well, we have a very busy February
coming up, ladies. February 4 and 5 is our
annual Audrey Grant Bridge Seminar
fundraiser. It will be held at Sun City Palm Desert. February 9
is our monthly program and meeting, held at Sun City
Shadow Hills. Registration is at 9:30 am. The program this
month is: “A Conversation with Author Brenda Barrie.”
$13 per person (prepaid by February 2). Place your check
made out to Hadassah in our mailbox in the Montecito
Clubhouse. Price at door will be $18. February 21:
Fundraiser; “California Cabaret,” 2:30 pm at SCPD, $20
(prepaid by February 16), $23 at door.
Coming up in March – mark your calendars:
• March 7: Fundraiser – Mah Jongg tournament at Sun
City Shadow Hills, $65 per person.
• March 8: Meeting and program at SCSH, 9:30 am $13 prepaid; $18 at the door.
For 2016 only, get a gifted membership for free. Ask
Debbie Orgen Garret, Debbie_orgen@hotmail.com; or
Cindy Hailpern, cindy.hailpern@verizon.net. Join us and
support an organization that builds bridges to peace.
Jewish Outreach Group
The Board of Jewish Outreach wanted
to thank all of you who attended our
January service. The service was great as was
the turnout.
Our next service will be Friday, February 19, at 6 pm at
the
View
the Montecito Clubhouse. Please get your checks
in early and deposit them in the Jewish Outreach
box in the lobby. Unfortunately, we have to be on
a first come basis because of room space.
The Rabbi would also like to start Bar Mitzvah
lessons. If you are interested, please email Arnie at
hag33150@aol.com. This is a great opportunity for
those that never had a Bar Mitzvah to have one
now.
We are looking forward to new programs and
continued Friday night services with our wonderful
Rabbi.
Mind, Body, and Soul
Explore the wonderful health
benefits of Yoga!
• Improve your balance.
• Strengthen your body, calm your mind.
• And nourish your soul.
Interesting yoga workshops, fun retreats, and
more. For more info, please contact Karen Bernert
at kbern22@verizon.net or 818 355-1188.
Republicans
The Voice
Approved by the Board two
years ago, the Voice is a
Homeowner friendly group that was
formed to discuss community issues, to help better
inform all residents. We promote transparency, and
increased resident information, including open
committee meetings. We embrace the original
Del Webb lifestyle. Contact us at the Voice website:
www.newvoicescsh.com or email: voicescsh@gmail.com.
February 2016
Club News
One of the benefits of joining
our Republican Club is that it
connects us to the leadership of our
community of Indio. Through the years, Indo City
Council members, as well as several Mayors, have
kept us abreast of happenings in our growing
community, the addition of new businesses, as well
as planned residential expansion.
Last year Mayor Pro Tem Glenn Miller visited us
and shared good news of several new businesses
that would be opening soon in the North Indio
shopping area. He also shed light on plans to “Save
the Salton Sea.” In November, Council Member
Elaine Holmes brought us more news of Indio, and
Brian Macy apprised us of some of the water issues
facing the Coachella Valley.
Each month our meetings are aimed at keeping
the focus on local as well as national issues in order
to create a more informed electorate. If you want
to be in the loop about what is happening here and
in Washington, we invite you to join with us in
2016. Many of our meetings include speakers;
some are geared toward social gatherings.
Our February meeting will be held on Tuesday,
the 9th, in the Newport/Pismo room of the Santa
Rosa Clubhouse. Social Hour will begin at
6:30 pm, and the meeting will begin at 7 pm.
Come and join us as look ahead to another exciting
political season with an all-important general
election just around the corner.
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Clubs in Formation
Backgammon
Looking to form a group of
Backgammon players. Contact Bud at
760-321-5545.
Car Club
Car club: informal meetings for coffee
and possible day trips to places of interest
to car people.
If interested email Doug Fulton at
defautoworld@hotmail.com.
Motorcycle Rides
Interested in starting
a new club?
Are you interested in
another hobby? Drop by the
Lifestyle Desk in the
Montecito Clubhouse to
pick up an informational
packet.
760-772-9617
We will continue to ride on Wednesday
mornings, usually meeting at 8 am at the
Montecito Clubhouse. During the winter
months, with temperatures low in the
morning. Rides may start later in the morning,
please email Bob or call for ride start times. If any new riding buddies want to join us, call or email Bob Mastrangelo
at 760-636-0093 or agourabob@dc.rr.com for any start
time changes or called rides due to weather. If you are new
to our group, I will include you in our weekly email bulletin
about ride start times.
See you all on your bikes soon.
Off-Road Jeeps
Interested in starting an off-road
jeeps club? Contact Lou Padilla at
951-265-7222.
Off-Road Motorcycles
Anyone interested in riding dual-sport
or
off-road
motorcycles
contact
Rich Scales at 562-714-7404 or
rescales@verizon.net.
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Automotive / Golf Carts
Golf Carts of the Desert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Marc Lucas Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Clothing / Accessories
La Quinta Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Pro Fix Jewelry & Watch Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Computer Services
Blanca Pershke Computer Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
C-Tech Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Linda Borses Computer Consultant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Shadow Hills Computer Man . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Sun City Computer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Education
TLC Writing Retreats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Financial / Legal
Bereavement Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Colleen Rosenberg Living Trust Services . . . . . . . . . . .82
Costlo Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Double Your Retirement Dollars Book . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
“Howard M. Speyer, Attorney at Law” . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Joni Fiorentino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Law Office of Kathie Browne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Lonnie Leeds Tax Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Mack Law Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
“T.Z. Nelson, CPA, CMA” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
TWFG Insurance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
William Sweeney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Health / Beauty
About Face Skincare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Cardiologist Weight Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Cindy Kleine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Desert Dental Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Eclipse Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Health Insurance Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
John Varanelli Master Hairstylist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Lou Reinitz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Millennium Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Rupinder K. Mann M.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Senior Living Alternatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Shelley A. Cooper Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Help Wanted
Center for Natural Lands Management . . . . . . . . . . . .82
HOA Election
Carey Thompson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Concerned Homeowners of Shadow Hills . . . . . . . . . .62
Home Improvement
Affordable Storage Cabinets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Back Nine Greens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
BES Air Conditioning & Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Better than Bidet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Classic Garage Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Complete Handyman Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Desert Pro Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Designing Women Unlimited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Don Kuskie Skilled Handyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Dov Israeli Irrigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
DVS Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Elite Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Garage and Closet Kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Guarantee Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Insulate Your Garage Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Jerry’s Home Improvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Latch-On for Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Lifetime Patios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Magic Touch Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Magic Touch Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Maintain by Bruce Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Mei Men House Cleaning Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Off Duty Handyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
One Stop Cabinet Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Professional Paint by Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Progressive Carpet Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Pull Out Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Robert’s Handyman Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Shade Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Spectacular Pool & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Troy’s Window Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Viking Mike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Yes It’s Done . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Home Watch Services
Professional Home Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Reliable Home Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Moving / Storage
A to Z Auto Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Desert Moving Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Pet Care
Al & Barbara Pet Sitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Donna Straus Pet Sitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Nancy’s Tender Loving Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Pet Oasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Sun Cities Mobile Vet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Real Estate
Bob & Dovie Koop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Bonnie & Clyde . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Brownson Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Carla Potter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Comstock Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Darby Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Diana Dabney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Ellie Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Friends Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Gayle Pietras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
George & Patty Prunty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Horne Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Jelmberg Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Jim Richmond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Loree Littlefield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Nilson Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Pamla & John Abramson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Rita Latham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Sherri Sacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Sue Derr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Religious Services
Congregation Beth Shalom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Mountain View Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Restaurants & Catering
Deli on Miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Noni’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Sports & Recreation
Hyland’s Pickleball Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Transportation / Travel
ARG Shuttle Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Good Life Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Joan Samara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Shadow Hills Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Signature Limousine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
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