Las Sendas Living — November/December 2021

LAS SENDAS

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 2021

FORMERLY The Vision

Gratitude

& TOGETHERNESS

this Holiday Season

INSIDE: 2022 Budget Process Helen's Hope Chest Stocking Drive

Give the Gift of Health Golf Club: Turkey Take Out

THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE

THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF Professionaly managed by

CONTACTS & INFO

Meet your

LAS SENDAS 2020/21 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Bill Hettling | President billhettling@gmail.com Tony Reid | Vice President Tonyreid012@gmail.com

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OFFICE @ THE TRAILHEAD 7900 East Eagle Crest Drive, Mesa, AZ 85207 480-357-8780 | info@mylassendas.org | www.mylassendas.org Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm LAS SENDAS SPA & FITNESS 480-832-6900 | www.lsfitspa.com Varying hours; see website

Mike Peckham | Treasurer Peckham19@gmail.com

COMMUNITY PATROL 480-220-1794 Monday – Friday 3 pm – 5 am | Sat 10 am – 5 am | Sun 11 am – 5 am

Linda Barton | Secretary Linda.barton@me.com

CCMC CORPORATE OFFICE 833-301-4538

Kelly Intagliata | Director kellycurtismail@gmail.com Pat Shafer | Director patshafer53@gmail.com George Gutierrez | Director gutierrez.george.l@gmail.com

Community Park Hours: 7 am – 10 pm | Pool Hours: 5 am – 10 pm Las Sendas Golf Course: 480-396-4000 Las Sendas Elementary School: 480-472-8750 Kristine Nau | Executive Director knau@mylassendas.org Christal Bromley | Community Manager cbromley@mylassendas.org Calee Burch | Compliance Supervisor cburch@mylassendas.org

Las Sendas Living is the Official Publication of the Las Sendas Community Association

Ryan Gurr | Communications Coordinator rgurr@mylassendas.org

This magazine is delivered to homeowners, residents, and businesses in the Las Sendas Community bimonthly. You have received this publication because your Association believes you take pride in your home, environment and community.

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Contents

NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 2021

FROM THE STAFF Gratitude & Togetherness

COMMITTEE NEWS Board Bits: 2022 Budget

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Proposed CC&R Amendment

HEALTH AND WELLNESS Give the Gift of Health!

Personal Training A Healthy Holiday Treat The Gift of Membership Live Blood Cell Analysis

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The Gift of Self-Care

CLUBS AND PROGRAMS The Jack Sullivan Foundation

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Las Sendas Tennis and Pickleball Pickleball 101

LAS SENDAS LIFESTYLE Fenders + Vendors Event Trolly Rides Say Cheese: Event Photos Holiday Boutique Holiday Hoopla

My Las Sendas Home Featured Yard

Club LASSO

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HOME AND LANDSCAPE

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Elegant Winter Decor

SCHOOLS AND RESOURCES Holiday Safety Tips Dining Night Out

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Helen's Hope Chest Stocking Drive

LAS SENDAS GOLF CLUB Pro Shop: The Best Gifts 2022 Membership Options

Blood Drive

Greetings from the Vista’s Pavilion New Menu Items at the Grille & Patio

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Thanksgiving: Let Us Do the Work!

MEETING & EVENT SCHEDULE Nov/Dec Dates Veterans Day Cookout

FROM THE

Staff MORGAN COLLINS Las Sendas Lifestyle Director

REMEBERING

Gratitude

The holiday season has finally arrived and it’s time to focus on family, friends, and traditions. One of my favorite things about being a Lifestyle Director is spreading the holiday spirit throughout our community. I love creating joyful experiences for everyone and I am grateful for the opportunity you have given me to participate in building traditions that will last for years to come.

One tradition celebrated by many families around the country is to gather for Thanksgiving and share what they are thankful for. Now more than ever I value the importance of this custom. While the holidays can sometimes be hectic, keeping an attitude of gratitude helps remind me of all the good that surrounds me and I am thankful for the bright future that lies ahead.

On behalf of our entire team, we wish you the happiest of holidays! Thank you for helping to make Las Sendas an incredible community. 

HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURES This time of year, there are so many reasons to celebrate!

The Las Sendas Community Association wishes you a very happy holiday season.

In observance of various federal holidays, our Association offices will close early or be closed on the following days: • Wednesday, November 24 — closing at 3 pm • Thursday, November 25 — closed all day • Friday, November 26 — closed all day • Thursday, December 2 — closing at 1 pm • Thursday, December 23 — closing at 3 pm • Friday, December 24 — closed all day • Monday, December 27 — closed all day • Thursday, December 30 — closing at 3 pm • Friday, December 31 — closed all day • Monday, January 3 — closed all day

Community Tree

This year the Trailhead will be lit up like never before with a beautiful, 14-foot Christmas tree in the lobby. We invite you to bring an ornament to the Trailhead that represents you to help decorate our community tree.

These ornaments will be displayed year after year to represent the fantastic residents here in Las Sendas. 

DON’T FORGET! Holiday lights are approved 30 days before and 30 days after public holidays.

Enjoy the decorations this season and be sure to take them down in a timely manner.

DID YOU KNOW? NOW YOU CAN GET COMMUNITY UPDATES VIA TEXT MESSAGE! Text Las Sendas at 480-530-5231 to get started, or scan the QR code to the right.

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Committee

NEWS

BOARD BITS:

CommunityTHROUGH Success BUDGET PLANNING Mike Peckham | Treasurer

As I write this, the Budget Process has been underway for several months and will continue for a while. As always, we encounter challenges that need to be addressed.

For 2022, the challenges include: • An increase in the reserve fund contribution caused by increased asset values, the effects of rising inflation, and other factors.

• Our irrigation systems have deteriorated over the last 20 years, and now we need to replace the system at an estimated cost of $1.7 million.

• We have experienced a growth in criminal activity in Las Sendas. The Board has been looking at the option of replacing our current patrol group with third-party security.

We have addressed these in part through the new transfer fee, approved by the Board in 2021. This fee, equal to one-half the annual assessment, is paid by a buyer when purchasing a home in our community.

Some brief highlights from the 2022 budget: gross revenues, before contributions to the reserve and capital improvement funds, amount to $5.6 million, and after contributions amount to $3.6 million. The contribution to the reserve fund is $1.8 million, up approximately 7% from the prior year and as recommended by the most recent Reserve Study. The contribution to the capital improvement fund remains at $213k, the same as the preceding year. Total expenses (before depreciation) are $3.6 million, up approximately 1% from the 2021 budget.

We have a budgeted surplus from operations of ‘zero’ and a

budgeted deficit of $130,000 after depreciation. Depreciation is a non-cash expense that has no impact on our cash positions and is excluded from our assessment calculation.

The Las Sendas Reserve Fund has planned expenditures for asphalt work, mailbox replacements, vehicle gate component replacement and upgrades, Trailhead remodeling to better serve the community’s changing needs, and many other smaller projects that will benefit the community.

We live in a beautiful community. The goal of the efforts and investments we make is to enhance our residents’ enjoyment and maintain and grow the value of our residents’ properties.

We would like to thank the many volunteers who offer their time, effort, and experience to benefit all residents and the community’s ongoing success; also CCMC, which continues to add great value; and our residents for your continued support. 

We are pleased to announce that there are no planned changes to the Las Sendas, Windsong, and Las Sendas Mountain assessments for 2022.

The annual assessments remain as follows:

2022 2021

Las Sendas

$1,463.52

Windsong

$240.00 $240.00

Las Sendas Mountain

$171.60

$1,463.52 $171.60

LOGO UPDATES With the expert help of the Communications Committee, the Community Association has created updated, independent logos for the Las Sendas Community Association and the Las Sendas Spa and Fitness Center. While we won’t change any stone monuments, and will continue to use the original logo to represent the community, we will use these new logos in all future materials from the Association. Additionally, we have developed branding guidelines to help our publications have a more consistent Las Sendas look across platforms such as print materials, social media, and email communications. 

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Committee

NEWS

PROPOSED CC&R AMENDMENT The Board recently approved a proposed amendment to the Las Sendas CC&Rs prohibiting rental periods shorter than 31 days. The goals of the proposed amendment include safeguarding the quality of life in Las Sendas and aligning our governing documents with those of other nearby master-planned communities. Because any amendment of the CC&Rs requires approval by 75% of eligible voters, it is critical for every owner to vote on the proposed amendment.

BACKGROUND

The original version of the Las Sendas CC&Rs was adopted in 1995 prior to the proliferation of short-term rentals. In response to concerns arising from the impact of short-term rentals on the safety and quality of Las Sendas neighborhoods, the Board adopted a rental policy in 2009 consistent with the CC&Rs prohibiting any new leases having a term of six months or less. 2016 legislation raised questions regarding the continuing viability of the 2009 policy absent a specific CC&R amendment.

Most newer master-planned communities in Arizona, including the Las Sendas sister communities of Mountain Bridge and Mulberry, prohibit short-term rentals in their CC&Rs. Additionally, many older master-planned communities in Arizona have amended their CC&Rs to prohibit short-term rentals to preserve the quality of their neighborhoods.

THE SHORT-TERM RENTAL WORKING GROUP (STRWG) In response to an increasing number of complaints about problematic short-term rentals, the STRWG was formed in 2019 to determine the scope and impact of short-term rentals on the residents of Las Sendas.

One of the first actions was to survey homeowners on their opinion of short-term rentals. Most responses were negative citing impacts such as increased noise, parking and traffic issues, security concerns, littering, misuse of common areas and community amenities, etc.

The following narrative (next page, left column) is representative of the overwhelmingly negative responses received:

In response to an increasing number of complaints about problematic short-term rentals, the STRWG was formed in 2019.

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The voting process will not end until enough residents vote either in favor or against the proposed amendment.

"We moved into Las Sendas in June 2020. Unbeknownst to us, the house immediately to our south was an STR (advertised to hold groups up to 18 individuals). The very first weekend in our home we were met with loud and obnoxious sounds (loud voices, cursing with F-bombs, and rap music) coming from this house continuing into the late hours of the night. This devastating experience has continued virtually every week notwithstanding several calls to the City of Mesa police, the Las Sendas HOA, and the management company handling the property."

No one living in a master-planned residential community should have to deal with the numerous negative impacts caused by STRs. Las Sendas is often promoted as a quiet and peaceful neighborhood; however, for those of us in proximity to STRs the neighborhood is anything but quiet and peaceful. We have considered moving from the area because of this very significant concern.

Similar sentiments were expressed by many other residents who live close to a short-term rental.

Other efforts pursued by the STRWG included evaluating legislative options and recommending the registration of all rentals. Ultimately, the STRWG agreed that the best way to address the devastating impact of short-term rentals was to propose an amendment to the CC&Rs prohibiting such rentals.

The proposed amendment also provides for a delayed effective day of 180 days to allow for owners of current short-term rentals to pivot to an appropriate use of their residential property.

AMENDMENT PROCESS

The voting process will not end until enough residents vote either in favor or against the proposed amendment. Our CC&Rs require that 75% of Las Sendas homeowners vote in favor of any amendment for it to be adopted.

The votes will be validated by a third party for authenticity and current homeownership in Las Sendas. The Association will then notify all residents of the vote's outcome. 

PROPOSED AMENDMENT

The proposed amendment is supported by the Board and the STRWG. It was carefully crafted to only prohibit leasing for a term of fewer than 31 days (most master-planned communities prohibit leasing for any term less than six months). This revised approach provides flexibility for owners to lease to family members in the offseason or for longer-term rentals.

IMPORTANT DATE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15 CC&R Amendment Voting Opens | CC&R Amendment Town Hall @ 6 pm

FOR MORE INFORMATION: mylassendas.org/vote LAS SENDAS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION | mylassendas.org

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Health Wellness AND

Explore the Las Sendas Group Fitness Class Schedule at

lsfitspa.com

Become a part of our treasured fitness family.

All classes at Las Sendas are created to inspire and give you results.

Every class at this time is complimentary with a fitness membership.

Meet your

LAS SENDAS FITNESS TEAM GINA GLUVNA Spa & Fitness Director

FRONT DESK: Darla Gray Charlotte Hunsaker Marcelle Hurst Thomas Rosales Andrew Schrater Shelia Vegari INSTRUCTORS: Michelle Bodrero Beverly Crupi Felicia DeBruin Diane Dunn Tanya Emmer Judy Hettling Kayleen McAllister Irek Mlezko Kaitlin O'Neil Meg Polainer Jenn Racki Donna Rafferty Mark Swartz Jackie Zimmerman CLASSES: Barre | Pilates | Strength Cycling | Yoga | Meditation Tai Chi | Senior Strong High Fitness | Mobility 8

Give the Gift of Health In the flurry of all the stress to “give” during the holidays, we tend to forget the life-changing gift of giving ourselves and others the gift of health and selfcare we each deserve. Helping others achieve and maintain good health is one of the most valuable gifts you can give, and one that will positively impact their lives year round. So make a difference this holiday season, and let the Las Sendas Spa & Fitness Center help you give the gift of health.

GINA GLUVNA Spa & Fitness Director

The gift of Staying STRONG & HEALTHY Not all who wander are lost (J.R.R. Tolkein) except in the fitness center! Are you feeling lost when exercising? Building a partnership with one of our expert trainers at the Las Sendas Spa & Fitness Center might be your answer. Strength and conditioning coaches, Titleist Performance trainers, and Pilates instructors all have different areas of expertise suited for your individual needs. All will keep you accountable, maximize your results, and challenge you. Together you will assess your current lifestyle needs, create a tailored program, build a customized training timeline, and provide you with a support network. These trainers have the metrics needed to see your progress and give you the direction to keep you on task, committed, responsible, and not wandering the center in search of a routine!  LAS SENDAS TRAINERS AND SPECIALTIES • Mark Swartz — Strength & Conditioning; Senior Strong; Athletic Performance Trainer • Diane Dunn — Titleist Performance Golf Specialist Trainer • Margie Clegg — Eat. Move. Thrive. Specializing in results-driven exercise and nutrition.

• Meg Polainer — Certified Private Pilates Instructor • M ckayla Adams — Strength & Conditioning; Athletic Performance; Circuit, Small Group Trainer • G eorge Blasiola — Personalized fitness and couples trainer

If you are looking for a gift that provides motivation, clarity, Individual attention, and a fitness support system, Las Sendas personal training is the perfect choice.

Gift certificates are available.

3 PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS FOR *Introductory offer. Limited time, some restrictions apply

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$99

*

HEALTHY HOLIDAY TREAT

Cinnamon Roll Smoothie

INGREDIENTS • 1 scoop vanilla protien powder • ½ baked sweet potato (skin removed) • 2 - 3 pitted Medjool dates • ½ teaspoon cinnamon • 1 - 1½ cups coconut milk • coconut whipped topping INSTRUCTIONS • Add the sweet potato, cinnamon, dates, and protien powder to a blender.

• On the stove or in a microwave, bring the coconut milk to a boil.

• Add the milk to the blender. Blend until smooth and thick.

• Transfer to a glass, top with coconut whipped cream and cinnamon, enjoy!

THE GIFT OF

MEMBERSHIP

Give it all! The Spa & Fitness Center defines well-being. Our holistic practitioner, expert trainers, innovative group fitness classes, and spa service treatments create an environment that will motivate, inspire, or relax you. There are several membership options available to give yourself or your loved ones the complete gift of health.

No enrollment fees. No annual fees. Ever.

Plus, all memberships include access to all group fitness classes. Memberships starting at:

$37

a month

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Health Wellness AND

Give the Gift of Health

APRIL BRANTON Live Blood Cell Analyst

Take a Good Look at

YOUR BLOOD

We all want to lead long, happy, and healthy lives. Unfortunately, hectic schedules and daily pressures often force us to take shortcuts with our health.

It doesn’t have to be that way. By being proactive and making a few simple lifestyle changes, we can get back on track in no time.

Our blood is responsible for so many important tasks to keep us in optimal shape and health. Blood transports oxygen, nutrients, and other life-giving agents throughout the body. It also aides in detoxifying by delivering cellular waste to the liver and kidneys for elimination from the body. Blood can, therefore, serve as a predictor of health and provide an indication of illness well before symptoms appear.

This is where Live Blood Cell Analysis comes in — and can be lifechanging in achieving wellness. With this simple test, you get a look at the health of your blood and biological-terrain (plasma). A painless, single drop of blood taken from your fingertip is placed under a powerful microscope and displayed on a screen.

The goal of Live Blood Cell Analysis is not to diagnose but instead is used as an educational tool. With just a single drop of blood, your analyst will be able to view: • • • • • • •

owel and Liver Toxicity B Weakened Immune System Poor Digestion Vitamin Deficiencies Dehydration Increased Cholesterol Parasites

• • • • • •

Candida Heavy Metals Poor Circulation Low Iron/Anemia Free Radical Damage Early Recognition of Cardiovascular Risk Factors • Cell Degeneration

During your visit the analyst will not only provide a full explanation but will offer dietary, supplemental, and lifestyle suggestions. With these recommendations and changes, the condition of your blood can enhance health, vitality, and energy thus improving overall quality of life.

April Branton is a Certified Live Blood Cell Analyst and owner of Magnify Wellness LLC. She received her Bachelor of Science in Natural Health, completed the CHHP program at Trinity School of Natural Health (Certified Holistic Health Practitioner) and is now offering her services at the Las Sendas Spa and Fitness Center.

“Live Blood Cell Analysis is not only educational, but also very interesting,” says April. “The moment a client can see their blood cells on the screen in live time, their jaw drops. I love to take time with my clients and truly describe what they are seeing, make a connection, and offer recommendations that can help them embark on their individual journey to wellness.” 

Get your first

LIVE BLOOD CELL ANALYSIS for * reg $175

$150

MAKES A GREAT GIFT!

*Introductory offer. Limited time, some restrictions apply

KEEP YOUR GOLFER ON THE COURSE! A Golf Massage can help decrease the chances of injury, accelerate recovery and enhance performance on the golf course. This massage is relaxing and healing for all the muscles involved in a golf swing.

Get a Golf Massage or other custom massage for yourself or a loved one, starting at *some restrictions apply

$59

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PATRICIA PHILLIPS LPN, LE Las Sendas Spa Aesthetician

Give Thanks and Show You Care Reminding someone to put themselves first by giving them the gift of self-care may be the best gift of all — for them and for you.

People often are so busy taking care of others, that they forget to take care of themselves. Maybe you are one of the people they are taking care of? Maybe your sitter, coach, or kid’s teacher deserves something special?

A skincare routine, like many other forms of self-care, can be soothing and calming. On a deeper level, it makes you feel like you're honoring yourself. Absolutely everyone can benefit from a visit to the spa. And for you, it is an easy, stress-free way to gift someone with health and well-being.

Most people who receive a gift certificate for a facial or other spa treatment are thrilled. “They are over the moon, and would not have treated themselves to the service,” says Marcelle who

SPA

Specials

November/December

PACKAGE 3

PACKAGE 1

Dermaplaning

with Hydrofacial and a pomegranate enzyme

$99

reg $130

PACKAGE 2

Ultimate Beauty Cocktail:

Hydrofacial, Radiofrequency, pomegranate enzyme and oxygen

$125

works at the front desk of the Spa and Fitness Center. “It is a great gift they will definitely use — and it’s always the right size!” Marcelle also points out that about 90% continue coming to the spa and love the monthly specials.

Facials are a great way to get started with self-care — and are also the best anti-aging treatment around. They improve the skin’s tone, texture, and elasticity by counteracting the damaging effects of air pollution and sun exposure. One of the most important steps of a facial is exfoliation. Having your skin exfoliated by a professional often means getting microdermabrasion, hydrofacial, micro needling, dermaplaning, or having a fruit acid peel to help remove dead skin.

For more information, a list of therapeutic skincare treatments, or holiday gift ideas for that someone special, please visit our website at lsfitspa.com. 

reg $135

Chemical Resurfacing with TCA and Microdermabrasion

Amazing anti-aging treatment for deep resurfacing, color correction, and wrinkle reduction.

Great for correcting sun damaged skin and décolleté.

$145

Contact the Las Sendas Spa and Fitness Center for more information at 480-832-6900 or visit lsfitspa.com

Clubs Programs AND

Las Sendas

CLUB CONTACTS

ADOPT-A-STREET jhold6201@gmail.com BOCCE DROP IN Michael Innes minnesells@gmail.com BOOK CLUB Janet Bartelt 480-206-5089 or janet.k.bartelt@gmail.com BRIDGE CLUB Elaine Wiesner 480-518-0023 CORVETTE CLUB Gary McMartin gary.mcmartin@outlook.com or melloone747@hotmail.com DROP IN PICKLEBALL dorisbrashear@cox.net LADIES OF LAS SENDAS Patricia Phillips gotgoodskintx@gmail.com MASTERMIND FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL WOMEN Joanne Jolee joanne@joannejolee.com MOMS OF LAS SENDAS Jillian Lerner jclerner@icloud.com RETIREE’S BOCCE CLUB 480-802-9928 RETIREE’S CLUB Tom Draggoo tom.draggoo@gmail.com RETIREE TENNIS CLUB Ulla Kukora 215-920-1788 or cellmom@hotmail.com RUN/BIKE/TRI GROUP Beverly Crupi bcrupi@cox.net QUILTER’S CLUB penny1cnt@aol.com

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From Friendship to Foundation:

Supporting Las Sendas Residents with Autism Spectrum Disorder Laura Sullivan

Earlier this year, The Jack Sullivan Foundation For Life and Learning was founded by Laura Sullivan and Andrea McHatton. The two met as Andrea helped Laura’s son, Jack, learn life skills as an adult with an autism spectrum disorder here in Las Sendas.

As their friendship grew, Laura and Andrea began to realize that Arizona families needed better programming for adults, like Jack, with developmental needs. Together, they established the Jack Sullivan Foundation to fund scholarships for the Lifelab Institute. It is designed to provide a positive, hands-on, goal-oriented approach to teaching essential life and social skills in a safe, nurturing, simulated home environment.

These life skills include self-care activities, cooking, money management, shopping, room organization, transportation, and other essential abilities. These skills are learned over time, beginning at home at a young age and develop further throughout adolescence and adulthood.

The Jack Sullivan Foundation is committed to bringing opportunities for life skills-building and social connections to our neighborhood and the entire East Valley. A Harvest Dance, Winter Ball, pizza parties, movie nights, game nights, and craft-making are just a few opportunities already on the calendar!

For more information, please contact Laura Sullivan at 917-364-4081. 

Above: Andrea McHatton (left) with Laura Sullivan (right) and her son Jack.

Below: Photos from the first Club L.A.S.S.O. event.

Contact Janet Bartelt at janet.k.bartelt@ gmail.com for more information about our

Club L.A.S.S.O. Don’t miss out on Club L.A.S.S.O. held the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6 pm at the Trailhead. Club L.A.S.S.O (life/abilities/social skills/ organization) is sponsored by the Jack Sullivan Foundation for Life and Learning and is geared towards individuals with special developmental needs ages 15+ (accompanied by their caregivers or respite/habilitation worker) and any other Las Sendas residents interested in volunteering. Donations are always accepted.

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TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL Lori Williams | Director of Tennis and Pickleball at Las Sendas

Our fall Tennis and Pickleball Program began on September 20th and runs through December 17th, but there’s still time to join!

The junior tennis program offers classes for tots as young as four years old through beginners, advanced beginners, tournament prep, and high school junior varsity and varsity clinics. Clinics run Monday through Thursday.

The adult program offers pickleball for beginners as well as 101, 201, and 301 clinics.

Don’t miss “Rusty Racquets,” our beginner tennis class. We also offer a drills clinic and intermediate and cardio tennis classes. 

Please check our website for days and times at PlayTennisandPickleball.com

PICKLEBALL 101 Doris Brashear

Pickleball is a game that combines elements of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. The rules are simple, and the game is easy for beginners to learn. It can develop into a fast-paced, competitive sport for experienced players. Played on a court about one-third the size of a tennis court with a 34-inch net, a paddle, and a perforated ball, pickleball is one of the fastest-growing games in America.

HOW DO YOU PLAY PICKLEBALL?

In simple terms, the pickleball is served diagonally across the net to the opponent’s service court using an underhand motion. The ball is then hit back and forth across the net until a player fails to return the ball. Only the serving team can win points, and the games are generally played to eleven points (you must win by two). Most games are played quickly, lasting only ten to fifteen minutes.

WHAT IS “DROP-IN” PICKLEBALL?

“Drop-in” pickleball is a fun, social time designed for any Las Sendas resident to drop in with a paddle and some balls to play pickleball with other residents. Drop-in play is offered Monday through Friday, and you will be able to play pickleball with many different players. It’s completely FREE, it’s active, it’s healthy, it’s challenging, and you’ll meet some of the nicest people of Las Sendas. In addition, the Drop-In group hosts numerous social events and mini-tournaments throughout the year. Come have fun with us! We guarantee you’ll have a blast. New players are always welcome, and they often become addicted to this fun game.

If you are interested in learning more about playing drop-in pickleball, contact Doris Brashear or dorisbrashear@cox.net 

WHERE CAN YOU PLAY PICKLEBALL IN LAS SENDAS? Boulder Mountain Parke is the site of six Las Sendas pickleball courts. Residents may reserve a court at reservemycourt.com

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LAS SENDAS

Lifestyle

MORGAN COLLINS Las Sendas Lifestyle Director

FENDERS + VENDORS After taking a year off, the 6th Annual Las Sendas Car Show is back and better than ever! In addition to the traditional car show, we’re adding a vendor fair to the mix. Attendees will be able to enjoy an afternoon of cars, shopping from local vendors, live music, games for kids, and food trucks at our Fenders and Vendors event on Saturday, November 13 from 10 am to 2 pm. 

Do you own a classic, muscle, or unique car that you want to show off?

Register your vehicle for a chance to win people’s choice, best in show, best classic, best muscle, or best custom.

Do you have a small business you want to showcase to your neighbors and the surrounding area? Sign up to be a vendor at the event for only $25. Each vendor will receive a ten-foot by ten-foot booth space at the Trailhead Parke to display and sell your one-of-a-kind products, gifts, crafts, décor, candles, food, and more.

Trolley Rides On Friday, December 17, Ollie the Trolley returns to give holiday light tours through the most festive enclaves in Las Sendas. Grab a cup of hot cocoa at the Trailhead before boarding the trolley. Once you board, you’ll be greeted by carolers singing all your favorite Christmas carols and enjoy a magical, memorable evening.

SAY CHEEEESE! This fall, we’ve brought back some fun Las Sendas traditions and introduced a few new events. Take a look at some photos and find more at mylassendas.org/photos. Also don’t miss our event recap videos on social media and the Las Sendas Community Association YouTube channel. 

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Holiday Boutique

Our second annual Holiday Boutique Event hosted by the Ladies of Las Sendas will be on Friday, November 19, 2021 from 5 pm to 8 pm at the Trailhead.

Our members, along with other businesswomen from our community, will be selling their goods and services. This is a no-fee boutique open to the public. We will be showcasing a variety of beautiful holiday gifts for the whole family, carefully selected and handcrafted by our talented business owners.

Please join us for refreshments and enjoy the holiday season while supporting our community business owners and the Jack Sullivan Foundation for Life and Learning. 

For more information, please reach out to Patricia Phillips at the Las Sendas Spa and Fitness Center at 480-832-6900 extension 1.

HOLIDAY HOOPLA! Some of you may remember Breakfast with Santa and Snow Day. This year, we are combining the two for an event with twice the amount of holiday cheer! Bring out the whole family for our first-ever Holiday Hoopla on Saturday, December 11 from 10 am to 1 pm. Experience a winter wonderland filled with 20 tons of snow, s’mores with Santa, hot cocoa, games, and much more!

Give the Gift of Life

Give the gift of life this holiday season by donating blood at our upcoming BLOOD DRIVE on Tuesday, December 21 from 3 to 7 pm at the Trailhead.

Vitalant, a nonprofit organization that collects blood from volunteer donors, needs to collect as many as 5,500 blood donations every day to meet patient needs.

This is an opportunity to transform your life and the lives of so many others. 

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Home Landscape AND

MY Las Sendas

HOME

THE MALDONADO FAMILY Eagle Feather | Desert Legacy model

Dan and Heather Maldonado bought their home four years ago with big dreams to give it a custom feel. At the time it was all original, so they immediately made plans for a remodel.

“Where everybody else is doing white cabinets, we chose to go the darker route,” said Heather, who is a real estate agent and interior designer. “Darker cabinets paired with lighter granite fits the black and white vibe we have going throughout the home.” They also used a dark manufactured hardwood for the floors that creates a warmth they love.

The kitchen and great room space has become a family favorite.

The large island has plenty of room for everyone and all the windows bring the outside in — and this family loves being outside. They also love their game room connected to this space. “The black and white wall was a quarantine project I did with the kids, which was kind of fun, and makes this space a really great area with the pool table.”

The master bedroom is a really large room, and the Maldonados hoped to make the space more useful. They had the idea of building a dual-sided fireplace — one side is the bedroom side, and the other side is a sitting area. “It’s a space for my husband and I to enjoy a drink and catch up on our day — for the most part it’s a place for us to be and we really enjoy it.”

In the master bathroom, they utilized the space better and gave the room a complete makeover. By removing niches, downsizing the bathtub, and squaring off the shower they were able to add a sit down vanity and create a much more open feel. With the contemporary style and a large window that opens to a desert view, the space has become more practical, more useable and gives that spa feeling everyone loves. 

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Featured YARD

TIM MANOLA | Echo Canyon

ELEGANT WINTER DECOR Samantha Tate-Jones | Interior Designer

Holiday decorating can be so much more than putting up a Christmas tree and tacking some lights around your house — and it doesn’t have to scream Christmas. Instead, showcase the warmth and beauty of your home and the season. Here are a few ideas.

1 | C hoose an elegant color palette. While green and red are the traditional colors of

Christmas, too much can be a bit overwhelming to the eye. Try mixing in colors that highlight your existing décor. This will give your home a seamless, professionally decorated look.

2 | A ppeal to the senses. Holiday décor doesn’t have to just be visual. Your sense

of smell can bring back stronger memories than any other sense. A cinnamon candle or fresh pine sprigs make any home feel more welcoming.

3 | Create a natural centerpiece. Using fresh

greens like cedar, olive leaf and myrtle, as well as candles and fruits such as pomegranate or apples will make your dining room or kitchen island really stand out.

4 | A dd luxury and light to your space. As the

days get shorter and darker, home interiors may need more than just a strand or two of Christmas lights to feel warm and filled with light. Incorporating shiny objects and mirrors into your decoration can really boost the impression of size and light in your space.  LAS SENDAS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION | mylassendas.org

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Schools Resources AND

HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS

from the City of Mesa Police Department

By Commander Aaron Spicer, Mesa Police Department Superstition Division

The holidays are a joyful time as we celebrate with family and friends, but it doesn’t take much to ruin a festive experience. The critical thing to remember is that as we get busy shopping, planning, and hosting, it’s easy to overlook the simple things that can keep our loved ones and ourselves safe. So here are just a few things we recommend to have a safe and enjoyable holiday season.

• P lan for any upcoming holiday parties you may be attending, and be sure to designate a driver ahead of time.

• M ake sure your lights are on timers if you will be spending any time traveling or away from home.

• Lock your parked vehicles and remove all valuables.

• H igh-dollar merchandise boxes can be an invitation to thieves. Don’t leave them out on the curb after unwrapping gifts.

• T here may be more pedestrians out and about enjoying the wonderful weather here in Arizona. Be extra alert when you’re behind the wheel.

• T he holidays can be a challenging time for the elderly and anyone spending it alone. Take the time to check in on your neighbors.

• B e aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activity. For emergencies, call 911. 

HAPPY HOLIDAYS & a night out for a cause Happy holidays from the Las Sendas Elementary PTO! Support our school by eating out and mentioning Las Sendas Elementary on the following dates: November 8 | All Day CHICK-FIL-A, 6707 E McKellips Rd

December 8 | All Day BARRO’S PIZZA, 6663 E McDowell Rd

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HELPING FOSTER YOUTH Helen’s Hope Chest Stocking Drive

Feel at Home

This November, Helen’s Hope Chest and KOR Properties will be working together to collect Christmas stockings filled with gifts for 2,000 youth in foster care, and they need your help to achieve this lofty goal. Foster and kinship families of Arizona, who open their homes to children in need, do the incredible work of offering a safe place for children to live but often struggle to afford other simple luxuries.

Everyone is invited to participate in this special donation drive until December 2, 2021 and help make the holidays exceptional for local children and teens in foster care.

Helen’s Hope Chest is a non-profit organization that provides clothing and other basic needs to more than 450 foster children each month. Since 2015, they’ve hosted a holiday toy drive called JaKelle’s Christmas Box, which provides more than 2,000 children a bundle of age-appropriate gifts, stuffed animals, books, stocking stuffers, and more. Throughout the week-long distribution event in December, caregivers shop through a free pop-up toy store — lovingly described as the “North Pole of the Desert” — to handpick items they know the children in their care will love.

Those who wish to participate before the deadline can sign up to contribute stockings and get more information such as gift guidelines and drop-off instructions by visiting korproperties.com/stocking-drive. The Las Sendas Trailhead will be a designated drop-off spot this year! Those who want to contribute financially, either in addition to or instead of stockings, may do so at helenshopechest.org/jakelle 

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LAS SENDAS

Golf Course

THE BEST GIFTS! Happy Holidays! The golf course is beautiful, and the Las Sendas Pro Shop is full of all the best gift ideas for everyone on your list. Some of the more popular items include Theraguns, Las Sendas rocks glass and decanter sets, and some of the best athleisure wear.

For those of you taking advantage of our fantastic golf course, be sure to book your tee time well in advance. These next few months are expected to be the busiest our Phoenix metro area has ever seen. You can book tee times at our lowest rates up to 30 days in advance online at lassendas.com.

We hope all of you enjoy the holidays! Be safe and have fun! 

CAUSE YA GOTTA EAT Don’t forget about our Back Nine and Breakfast! We have early morning tee times daily for nine holes that include breakfast at the Las Sendas Grille where you can sit down and order your favorite items off the menu.

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Las Sendas Golf

2022 MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS Fully Refundable Membership

$45,000 Initiation Fee + Yearly Dues (seasonal dues option available)

Non-Refundable Membership

$25,000 Initiation Fee + Yearly Dues (seasonal dues option available)

NEW Non-Refundable Financed Membership

$5,000 Initiation Fee + Yearly Dues (seasonal dues option available) Pay $5000 each year until $30,000 paid in full

1-Year Trial Membership

$5,000 Initiation Fee + Yearly Dues (seasonal dues option available)

Non-refundable & fully transferable

Junior Membership (under age 45)

$5,000 Initiation Fee + Yearly Dues (seasonal dues option available)

Fully transferable at age 50

Proxy Membership

Zero Initiation Fee + Yearly Dues (seasonal dues option available) $220 month to Proxy Owner, 2 year commitment

Social Membership

$2,000 Initiation Fee + $500 Annually

Receive 10 golf passes annually, 10% off at pro shop & restaurants

NEW Non-Member 12 Month Family Pass $3,000 for the entire family

Play unlimited family golf — range and carts included Restricted play after 3 pm (Winter) and 12 pm (Summer) Max 4 family members, kids age 18 & under

MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGES: • Discounts in the restaurant and pro shop • Access to all member events • Priority tee time bookings • Unlimited practice facility • Locker room and club storage • Use your own cart or one of our 2021 EZ-GO fleet carts

Contact Wayne McBean | 480-323-9364 | wmcbean@lassendas.com LAS SENDAS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION | mylassendas.org

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LAS SENDAS

Golf Course CARLA SHAW Catering and Event Sales Director, Las Sendas Golf Club

Greetings from The Vistas Pavilion We are excited to share some exciting news with you — the refresh and remodel of the Vistas Pavilion is complete. We had an amazing crew of contractors who were able to work us into an accelerated timeline and complete the job over a month ahead of schedule. It turned out beautifully and we have been getting rave reviews on the finished product. With our new look, the Vistas Pavilion at Las Sendas is an excellent venue for a wedding and we are currently booking for 2022 and 2023. You are invited to preview our venue, or you can visit us at the Bridal & Wedding

Expo on Sunday, November 14 from 12 to 5 pm. This event is held at the Arizona State Fairgrounds.

As the holidays are quickly approaching, I am here to make your celebration effortless. First, for Thanksgiving, call me to order your turkey takeout meal — a complete meal that serves 8-10 guests for $225 plus tax. Next, on Christmas Eve bring home our Holiday Prime Rib Family Dinner, which serves 5-7 for $350.

Quantities are limited so call and make your reservation early! For all the details and reservations call me at 480.396.4000 ext 222 or email at cshaw@lassendas.com.

As a result of the early completion we still have a couple of prime holiday dates available for booking. We are here to provide you with an amazing venue space, spectacular sunsets and gourmet food prepared by Chef Al and his culinary team, and to assist you in planning an incredible Holiday Celebration. Please call me for more information.

If you are looking to plan a romantic couples' "holidate", join us for our Champagne Reception on Friday, December 3. We will be serving a variety of French champagnes paired with delectable hors d'oeuvres. Call to make your reservation — 480.396.4000 ext 222 or email cshaw@lassendas.com 

THE GRILLE & PATIO AT LAS SENDAS At the Patio and Grille we are planning for the end of the sweltering heat and the beginning of the best weather in the nation. To celebrate the end ofsummer we have live music every Wednesday through Saturday from 6 to 9 pm on the Patio. Our new Fall Fine Dining on the Patio menu includes dishes such as Chilean Sea Bass, Braised Short Rib Mac and Cheese, Grilled Duroc Tomahawk Pork Chop, New Zealand Rack of Lamb and more. Reservations are highly recommended. Call 480.396.4000 ext 220.

Sundays are special here at Las Sendas - join us on the patio to enjoy a beautiful Sunday brunch with the best valley views while enjoying live music or come inside and watch locally broadcast football games from one of our 15 TV’s. 

Sunday Brunch EVERY SUNDAY: 9 am – 2 pm

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Special Brunch Menu, Live Entertainment and Stunning Views!

Signature Bloody Marys • Bucket of Mimosas – Make your Own! • Kid’s Menu

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Let Las Sendas Golf Club THE CHOICE IS YOURS — Dine in with us or pick up your fully prepared meal and enjoy at home!

Do the Work!

THANKSGIVING DINNER ON THE PATIO STARTERS • Butternut squash soup • Fall mixed greens: pecans, pears, mixed greens, shaved parmesan, maple vinaigrette • Baked brie: raspberry jam and pistachio brie, wrapped in puff pastry with assorted crackers ENTREES • Roasted turkey: mashed potatoes, stuffing, turkey gravy, green beans, cranberry chutney • Prime rib of beef: au jus, creamy horseradish, mashed potatoes, asparagus • Pan roasted salmon: butternut squash risotto, broccolini DESSERTS • Pumpkin cheese cake • Bourbon pecan pie, whipped cream

Thursday, November 25, 3 to 7 pm $65 per person, $16.95 kids 12 & under (plus tax and gratuity) For reservations call 602-734-5524

TURKEY TAKE OUT • R osemary, thyme marinated roasted whole turkey (16-19 lbs) in its natural juice • Southwestern style cornbread stuffing • Roasted garlic mash potatoes • Fresh yams smothered in pecan butter • Green bean almondine beurre noisette • Fresh herb traditional giblet gravy • Whole cranberry relish • Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, english cucumbers, shaved fennel, cranberries • Artisan dinner rolls

Complete Thanksgiving Dinner — Serves 8-10 $225 plus tax To reserve your take out meal call 480-396-4000 ext 222 or email cshaw@lassendas.com

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7900 East Eagle Crest Drive Mesa, AZ 85207

MEETING & EVENT

Schedule

Association Tuesday, Nov 2 | 10 am Landscape Committee Thursday, Nov 4 | 8 am Custom Architectural Thursday, Nov 4 | 9 am Communications Committee Wednesday, Nov 10 | 6 pm Annual Meeting Thursday, Nov 11 | 8 am Regular Architectural Monday, Nov 15 | 6 pm CC&R Amendment Town Hall Thursday, Nov 18 | 8 am Custom Architectural Thursday, Nov 18 | 6 pm Board Meeting Tuesday, Nov 23 | 3 pm Finance Committee Thursday, Nov 25 | 8 am Regular Architectural Thursday, Dec 2 | 8 am Custom Architectural Thursday, Dec 2 | 9 am Communications Committee Monday, Dec 6 | 4 pm Security & Safety Tuesday, Dec 7 | 10 am Landscape Committee Thursday, Dec 9 | 8 am Regular Architectural Thursday, Dec 16 | 8 am Custom Architectural Thursday, Dec 23 | 8 am Regular Architectural

NOV | DEC

For more information visit mylassendas.org |

Lifestyle

Dates are subject to change

Clubs & Programs

FOOD TRUCKS Cup of Joey Wednesdays & Fridays | 7 – 9 am

DROP IN PICKLEBALL Monday - Thursday | 8 – 10 am Fridays | 8 – 11 am

Food Truck Friday Friday, Nov 5 | 5 pm

BRIDGE CLUB Mondays | 1 - 4 pm

SPECIAL EVENTS

Sunset on the Patio Tuesday, Nov 2 | 6 – 8 pm Veterans Day Cookout Thursday, Nov 11 | 12 pm Fenders & Vendors Saturday, Nov 13 | 10 am – 2 pm Holiday Boutique Friday, Nov 19 | 5 – 8 pm Holiday Hoopla Saturday, Dec 11 | 10 am – 1 pm Trolly Rides Friday, Dec 17 | 6 – 8 pm Blood Drive Tuesday, Dec 21 | 3 – 7 pm FITNESS Free Yoga class Mondays in Nov | 5 pm open to all residents | Free

Free Aqua Fit class Tuesdays in Dec | 9 am open to all residents | Free

RETIREES TENNIS Thursdays | 8 am BOOK CLUB Tuesdays, Nov 9 & Dec 7 | 6 pm QUILTERS CLUB Sundays, Nov 14 & Dec 12 | 9:30 am Monday, Dec 20 | 5:15 pm RETIREES CLUB Tuesdays, Nov 9 & 23, Dec 14 & 28 | 9 am CLUB LASSO Mondays, Nov 8 & 22, Dec 13 & 27 | 6 pm SMART SOCIAL Wednesdays, Nov 17 & Dec 29 | 10:30 am

To honor and thank our Las Sendas Veterans we'll be hosting a patriotic cookout for all resident veterans and their families. This will be a free event with a hamburger/hot dog lunch served on the Trailhead Patio from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. For more information contact Morgan at MCollins@mylassendas.org