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Thanksgiving Blessings Thanksgiving is the time to be thankful for all the things that have been given to us.

Life is a journey and can be very trying.

Look at challenges as things to be turned into rewards. Thanksgiving thoughts should be year round. Those with thankful hearts have lives filled with joy.

Thanksgiving Day, comes by statutes, once a year; to the honest man it comes as frequently as the heart of gratitude will allow – Edward Stanford Martin We at Seniors Out ‘n About Greater West Valley are thankful for our family, friends, advertisers, and those who read our publication. Enjoy your family, friends and associates this Thanksgiving. Show appreciation everyday.

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.

- John Fitzgerald Kennedy HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Helen Estep, Publisher Seniors Out ‘n About 623-262-0034 helen@seniorsoutnabout.com Visit us at our website: www.seniorsoutnabout.com/greaterwestvalley

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WEST VALLEY FARMER’s MARKETS

LAKESIDE FARMERS MARKET

10300 S Estrella Pkwy Goodyear Every third Saturday of the month through April 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Come enjoy local fare and socialize while taking in the gorgeous views of North Lake and the Sierra Estrella Mountains. Merchants from across the Valley showcase specialty items such as locally grown produce, fresh breads and pastries, local artwork, and more.

Food vendors provide quick tasty bites while you’re shopping, and the monthly themed bounce house lets the kids have a little fun too.

PEORIA FARMERS MARKET

PARK WEST (w of the 101 & Northern) Every Saturday 9 am to 2 pm through April Fresh local produce, breads, salsas, baked goods, gluten free goodies, pet adoptions, kid activities and more. www.facebook.com/mommasorganicmarket 602-703-7154

OPEN AIR MARKET PHOENIX

721 N Central Avenue (Central and McKinley) We are open rain or shine, year-round!

OPEN AIR MARKET

Wednesdays: 5 pm to 8 pm Saturdays (Oct-Apr): 8 am to 1 pm

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY

721 N Central Avenue (Central and McKinley) 11 am to 1:30 pm

EL MIRAGE FARMERS MARKET GATEWAY PARK 10100 EL MIRAGE November 6 and every other Thursday 7 am – 1 pm Farmers, Foodies, Crafters, Gardeners, Artists, and Entertainers www.cityofelmirage.org/farmersmarket 623-876-2973

MARKET ON THE MOVE

1st and 4th Saturday 8 am to 11 am $10 Donation for up to 60 lbs of produce to share with friends & family Check the web www.the3000club .org for full schedule, updates, and last minute changes 11/8 Adelante Healthcare 15351 W Bell Rd (E of Reems) Surprise 11/22 Bell Mar Plaza 11340 W Bell Rd (at Ave of the Arts) Surprise

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Turkey Talk: Take Leftovers Beyond a Sandwich Inspired Ideas for Day 2 Turkey

(Family Features) After spending hours roasting your turkey to perfection, it (and you) deserves more than a sandwich the day after. With a little creative pre-shopping and stocking of refrigerators and cupboards, you can take your day-two turkey from boring to amazing – and nutritious.

Enjoying delicious meals doesn’t have to mean blowing the bank on calories. Simple, fresh ingredients that are full of nutrition and flavor can take leftover turkey to a different level, says Marisa Paolillo, nutritionist with NuVal. When planning for the big harvest meal (and the dayafter dishes to follow), you can rely on tools such as the NuVal Nutritional Scoring System. Many grocery retailers now provide these scores on the shelf tag to help shoppers find more nutritious food choices.

Based on a scale of 1 to 100, foods and beverages are scored based on their nutritional content, with the most nutritious choices scoring highest.

Spice it: Pair reheated turkey with baked spiced apples. Core and slice fresh apples (NuVal 100) and combine with raisins (NuVal 88), chopped pecans (NuVal 71), cinnamon and lemon. Roast for 30 minutes at 375 degrees. No need to add sugar.

The apples provide all the sweetness you need.

Wrap it: For a lighter take on the traditional leftover turkey sandwich, chop cold turkey in small pieces and layer with raw vegetables, avocado (NuVal 88), mustard, Romaine lettuce (NuVal 100), tomatoes (NuVal 100), sliced red or green bell peppers (NuVal 100), shredded carrots (NuVal 100) and cucumbers (NuVal 100) in a tortilla wrap.

Curry it: Need a quick 30-minute post-Thanksgiving meal that is both savory and

sweet? NuVal’s pick is Curried Turkey with Raisins and Mushrooms. The recipe works really well with leftover turkey and it’s simple to make. The meal combines proteinrich turkey with the earthy flavors of mushrooms and the sweet, spicy tones of raisins and curry.

Find more recipes and ideas for nutrient-rich ingredients to spice up your holiday dishes at www.nuval.com.

Photo courtesy of Getty Images #12280 Source: NuVal

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Apple Cranberry Cobbler Servings: 6

Serve in Style for the Holidays (Family Features) Make entertaining during the holidays easier, whether you’re preparing for a large buffet or an intimate dinner. The solution is simplifying your food preparation with all-in-one bakeware that’s stylish enough to show off.

Prepare and serve this Apple Cranberry Cobbler recipe in oven-to-table bakeware for a Thanksgiving feast, holiday potluck or Christmas gathering.

Your family and guests will be impressed with your delicious dessert and stylish presentation.

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Gala apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices cups fresh or frozen cranberries teaspoons lemon juice teaspoon Imitation Clear Vanilla Extract cup granulated sugar tablespoons cornstarch teaspoon ground cinnamon container (10.2 ounces) refrigerated home-style biscuits, quartered tablespoons butter, melted tablespoons coarse or sparkling sugar

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Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare small oval pan with vegetable pan spray.

In large bowl, combine apple slices, cranberries, lemon juice and vanilla. In small bowl, combine granulated sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Stir into fruit mixture. Spoon mixture into prepared pan. Cover pan with foil.

Bake on cookie sheet 40-45 minutes or until fruit begins to bubble. Remove from oven. Toss biscuits in melted butter and distribute evenly over fruit, pressing biscuits down slightly into filling. Sprinkle biscuits with coarse sugar.

Return to oven and bake 18-20 minutes or until biscuits are browned and filling is bubbly. Remove from oven. Cool 15 minutes before serving.

For more holiday recipes and inspiration, visit wilton.com. #12308 - Source: Wilton Products

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Out of the Ordinary T hings to Do In the West Valley Have you ever wondered how Surprise, Sun City, and Sun City West originated?

SURPRISE!

The City of Surprise began in what is now called the Original Town Site (OTS). 75 years ago Flora Statler purchased a square mile of property and began developing it. She named it Surprise because she said she would be surprised if it developed into anything. There is a 15 stop walking tour that highlights this area marking significant sites and their contribution to the economic, social and cultural aspects of Surprise. Trail maps with these locations are available in the lobby of City Hall, the City Clerk’s Office, Surprise Visitors Center located at the Surprise Chamber of Commerce. A book about the history of Surprise is also available at the City Clerk’s Office or online at www. surpriseaz.gov Now that the weather outside is great this is a fun way to exercise.

Sun City and Sun City West

Who pioneered the nation’s first active adult community? The answer and more can be found at the Sun Cities Museum located at 10801 Oakmont Drive Sun City, AZ The museum is located in the first Sun City model home. The history of both Sun City and Sun City West along with the biography of Del Webb, developer of these areas is presented.

Find out what Sun City West was before being developed and who the visionary was of this community.

For other fun things to do visit one of the Visitors Centers located in

Surprise

16126 N Civic Center Plaza (off Paradise Ln W of Bullard) 623-583-0692

Sun City

16824 N 99th Ave (s of Bell Rd) 623-977-5000

Sun City West

13823 Camino Del Sol (off RH Johnson Blvd) 623-214-1340

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November 11/1 – 11/23 Mariposa Monarca-Monarch Butterfly Exhibit Phoenix - Desert Botanical Garden Exhibit features hundreds of live monarch butterflies in a beautiful and lush habitat, view these delicate creatures in the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion, a 2,400-square-foot walkthrough butterfly pavilion where visitors learn about the magical metamorphosis of the monarch life cycle, 480-941-1225 or www.dbg.org 11/1 – 11/30 Day at the Ranch Camp Verde - Jackpot Ranch Arizona Equestrian Connection is hosting a day at the ranch which includes hay rides, paddle boating, swimming, water slide, mini cart rides, fun dress-up photos, geo caching, catch and release fishing, giant tree house and more, free, 10 am – 3 pm, Saturdays and Sundays, 602-314-5413 or www.facebook.com/aecatjackpotranch 11/2 White Tank Park Regional Mountains Desert General Store Walk - White Tank Mtn. 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd (at the end of Olive Avenue) Waddell, AZ 85355 The Sonoran Desert is home to many plants that have been used by people for thousands of years for food, medicine, and other essentials. Some of the products we consume and use even today have ther origins in the desert. Join Ranger Jessica on a short “shopping trip” along the Black Rock Short Loop Trail, a 1/2 mile, barrier-free trail (wheelchair and stroller friendly) to see and learn about some of these fascinating plants. After the walk, we will have the opportunity to try a few samples of food 12

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and drink made from Sonoran Desert plants. Please meet at Area 4 at 1:00 PM Fee $6.00 623-935-2505 11/2 Friends of the White Tank Park Annual Meeting 2:00pm to 4:00pm White Tank Mountain Park Nature Center 20304 W White Tank Mtn. Rd Friends of White Tank Park is a non-profit organization formed to provide education and financial support to the park. This is our Annual Meeting and the public is invited.

For more information visit our website at www.friendsofwhitetankpark.com or call 480-273-4806.

11/6 -11/23 Dial M for Murder Sun City West - Ghostlight Theatre Dial M for Murder $15, 7 & 2 pm, www.ghostlightaz.com 11/6 Westgate Bike Night Glendale - Westgate Entertainment District Weekly, see hundreds of motorcycles line Coyotes Boulevard and Westgate Boulevard, plus, enjoy live music, deals and discounts from Westgate bars and restaurants, Bike Night is fun and family-friendly for all ages, free, Thursdays 5-9 pm, www.westgateaz.com/bikenight 11/8 – 11/9 44th Annual Litchfield Park Festival of Arts Litchfield Park More than 250 fine artists and craftsman, confectionary booths, wine tasting, and festival eateries, free, 9 am - 5 pm, 623-734-6526 or www.vermillionpromotions.com

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Calendar of Events 11/9 Arizona Cardinals Preflight Party Glendale - Westgate Entertainment District Free pre-game celebration every home game day, starting 3 hours prior to kick-off in WaterDance Plaza, enjoy live music, games, Cardinals cheerleader autographs, a beer garden for adults, kid-friendly activities and more, the party is open to all fans, 11 am, www.westgateaz.com/cardinals/ 11/11 Annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade“Duty, Honor, Sacrifice: Celebrating Our World War II Veterans” Phoenix Starts at North Phoenix Baptist and goes south, east on Camelback and south on 7th Street, features 100 entries including large helium balloons, Veterans organizations, floats, bands, military vehicles, color guards, a military flyover 11am www.phoenix.va.gov/news/parade.asp 11/15 West Valley Genealogical Society Library 12222 N 111th Ave Youngtown 623-933-4945 www.azwvgs.org Annual Parking Lot Rummage Sale, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Wide variety of items for sale including clothing, purses, shoes, jewelry, and non-genealogy books. Also featured will be household items, furniture, sports equipment, toys and electronics.

11/15 Super Outdoor Swap Meet Surprise Aquatics Center Parking Lot 15831 N Bullard Ave 8 AM - 1 PM Over 70 Vendors selling new and used items Free 623-222-1500

11/25 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony & First Snow Fall Glendale - Westgate Entertainment District Celebrate the start of the holidays and watch as Fountain Park magically transforms into a winter wonderland, festive ice skating performance, followed by Santa’s official arrival and the lighting of our holiday tree, at 7 pm, Santa will be available for free photos from 7-9 pm, free, www.westgateaz.com/holiday 11/28-11/29 44th Annual Sun City Fall Arts and Crafts Festival Sun City - Sundial Recreation Center Award-winning hand-crafted items from more than 40 clubs in Sun City, selling calligraphy, china painting, photography, paintings, silvercraft, needle crafts, ceramics, clay, wood and metal crafts, stained glass, hand weaving, crocheting, quilting, lapidary, pottery, entertainment and more, Free Fri 8 am – 4 pm, Sat 8 am – 3 pm, 623-561-4660 for more information 11/29 19th Annual Holiday Parade Prescott Valley – Historic Downtown Prescott Floats, festively and creatively decorated with lights; holiday music; and Santa to kick off the holiday season, bring your chairs and dress warmly, free, 6 pm, www.prescottdowntown.com We suggest to confirm time and dates with event organizers for any changes.

If you would like us to include an event in December, please contact us @ 623-262-0034 by November 30 with details

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ARIZONA HOME AND LIFESTYLE TEAM

ROBERT ESTEP

Associate Broker, SRES Choosing a REALTOR® is no different than choosing a doctor or an attorney.

You want to choose someone with experience and a proven record. I have been a REALTOR for over 22 years (12 years in Michigan and 10 years in Arizona). I have a proven record in traditional sales as well as foreclosures.

I am an Associate Broker and have my Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Certification. My office is in Surprise.

My business covers Surprise, Sun City Grand, Sun City West, Sun City, and Sun City Festival in Buckeye.

I have created “one-click” search categories for each of the West Valley’s active adult communities and all communities in Surprise. This makes it easy for you to get the information you are searching for. You DO NOT have to register anywhere to get this information. I, myself, do not like when a website asks me to register so I am not requesting this information from you to view the West Valley listings.

Direct: 623.556.6123 Fax: 602.503.4995 Robert@RobertEstepRealtor.com www.RobertEstepRealtor.com www.AZHomeAndLifestyle.com

Of course, my hope is, when you are ready to purchase or sell a home, you will choose me to represent you.

Customer service has always been a priority with me. The service, and in many cases the friendship, doesn’t end when the transaction is finished.

So take a look and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call or e-mail me. There is no obligation.

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