Leisure World News September 2025 Issue

CONTACTING LEISURE WORLD

Leisure World sta is available by phone Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Please do not hesitate to contact us at 480-832-0000. Dial the extension for the department that will best address your needs. For all emergencies, call 9-1-1 before notifying the LW Security Department at ext. 601.

LWCA DIRECTORY

Main Number: 480-832-0000

Administration Reception Ext. 101 reception@lwca.com

Village Medical

LW On-Site Office 480-977-6349

Compliance Office Ext. 115

Facilities Department Ext. 109 facilities@lwca.com

Finance Department Ext. 119 finance@lwca.com

Fitness Center Ext. 212 fitness@lwca.com

Golf Coyote Run: Ext. 300

Heron Lakes: Ext. 400

Golf Course Conditions 480-832-0005

Landscape Department Ext. 201 landscape@lwca.com

Library Ext. 128

LW News/Communications Ext. 210 news@lwca.com outreach@lwca.com

Recreation Department Ext. 209 recreation@lwca.com

RE/MAX Classic Ext. 705

Resource Office Ext. 126 resources@lwca.com

Security Department Opt. 1 security@lwca.com

David Kowalski

Renee & Gerald Balcom

John & Sharon Starr 2673 D-3

Carolyn Bursch 906 D-4

Sarah Dunlap

Kimberly & William Stephenson

Linda Westcott &Steven Sturgis

Greg & Kathy

Keith & Beth

Roger and Carolyn

Neesa & Leslie Galanti

Via Norte Hours

Leisure World News

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Communications/LW News Office: 480-832-0000 ext. 210, news@lwca.com

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Contributing Writers: E.B. Blacke, Sue De Carlo, Larry Caves, Patti Diamond, Mary Ellen doValle, C. Barry Ingerson, Dr. Carol S. Kessler PhD, Sherry Rinddels-Larsen Ken Weinstock, and Kay West

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October Board and District Meetings

Board and district meetings resume this month.

Wednesday Morning Coffee

September 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th

Leisure World

Wednesday Morning Co ee is open to all residents. e wonderful volunteers of the Wednesday Morning Hospitality Committee host this event.

District Chair Email Addresses

District1@ LWCA.com, District3@ LWCA.com, District4@ LWCA.com, District5@ LWCA.com, District6@ LWCA.com, District7@ LWCA.com, District8@ LWCA.com

Leisure World Elections

District 1, 3, 5 and 7 are up for elections this year. e following Council members have submitted candidate resumes to run for o ce again in the 2025 election.

District 1

Howard Siegel Chrm. Sharon Gephart V- Chrm John Kyker, Sec. Treas

District 3

Don Wodek, Chrm

Gary Lock Jr, V-Chrm.

Mary Ellen Dovalle, Sec. Pat Billingsley, Treas

District 5

Virgil Knapke, Chrm. Don Steffan, V-Chrm.

Steve Stocker, Sec. Ken Steele, Treas.

District 7

Dan Callahan, Chrm.

Kathy Taylor, V-Chrm.

Susan Strainis, Sec. Treas.

Leisure World Elections Are In Districts 1,3,5 And 7

Electoral Process Timetable 2025 is sequence of events shall be furnished to all nominating committees and shall also be published in the Association’s newspaper for the months of September, October, and November. e following format shall be used.

a. On or before the first Wednesday after Labor Day

September 2, 2025

Appointment of the Nominating Committee.

b. No later than the First Day of October

Wednesday October 1, 2025

Nominating Committees reports to the Community Manager or Designee, followed by an immediate

report by the Community Manager or Designee to the residents.

c. No later than the 15th day of October

Wednesday October 15, 2025

Valid petitions for candidacy must be in the hands of Nominating Committee.

d. The first working day after October 15th

Wednesday October 16, 2025

White Ballot: Should there be but one candidate for each position on the council, those candidates shall be declared by the Nominating Committee as elected to the respective o ce by “White Ballot.” erefore, since there are no write-in candidates allowed, no ballots will be provided to the residents of that district.

e. Twenty (20) days prior to election day which is the third (3rd) Tuesday of November

Thursday October 30, 2025 - Ballots will be emailed All Districts submit nal candidate list to management for preparation of ballots. Twenty days (20) days prior to election, Ballots will be emailed to all residents with email addresses or by phone for those without email addresses.

f. October 19th to October 30th

If there are multiple candidates for District Council o ce the Nominating Committee will schedule a meeting to introduce the candidates, allow each candidate to speak on their quali cations and goals for the o ce they seek, and respond to any questions for those in attendance. e Nominating Committee will appoint a District resident who is not a candidate for o ce as the meeting facilitator and will insure that timely notice of the time and place of the meeting is provided to all District residents. e notice for this meeting will be emailed at least four (4) days prior to all Districts having elections.

g. The third (3rd) Tuesday of November - Election Day November 18, 2025

e acceptance of ballots will terminate at ve (5:00) p.m. (MST) Elections results will be announced the following day.

7am-5:30pm Daily

Persons who walk, run, or ride bicycles on the cart paths do so at their own risk and are only allowed on the golf courses during non-golfing hours.

Leisure World cordially invites all to Wednesday Co ee. Visit with fellow residents and learn about Leisure World from a resident’s perspective. Join us for Co ee and light snacks in the Clubroom at Rec.1 just across from the Courtyard, every Wednesday from 8:00 to 10:00 am.

LW Offices will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 for Labor Day

Memorialize Your Pet

Plaques for the dog park are now available at AlphaGraphics. Purchase your plaque for a nominal fee at AlphaGraphics and then make a $50 donation to Leisure World to memorialize your pet. Bring your $50 to the nance o ce, then bring your plaque and Finance receipt to the Facilities o ce. plaques will be installed on a monthly basis. 4" x 2" metal plaques are $12 each. ere are two color choices: Black with gold letters or gold with black letters.

AlphaGraphics is located at 7143 E Southern Ave, Suite 113, Mesa on the right side of the road.

Meet Penny, the resident swan of the Leisure World Newspaper. Penny the Swan is hiding inside one of the three sections of the paper. After the 15th of each month we choose a winner at random, winners will be awarded a small gift certi cate!

Rules:

• Your email must be sent to news@lwca.com.

• Penny’s location must consist of the page number she was found on as well as the title of the article she is closest to.

• Gift certi cates are to be picked up in the Communications O ce.

• All correct answers will be collected by the 15th of each month and the winner will be chosen at random.

• ere will only be one winner per month.

oughts on Volunteering

Submitted by Don Wodek - District 3 Chair and VicePresident of the Leisure World Board of Directors

ere’s something special and gratifying about volunteering. People often say that when they volunteer with some regularity they often get more out of it than they give. ere are mental health bene ts from volunteering. One key for deriving health bene ts from volunteering is to do it for the right reason.

Studies have shown that volunteering helps people who donate their time feel more socially connected and this helps to ward o loneliness and depression. When you volunteer you expand your perspectives and improve your sense of purpose – and this is positive for your mental health.

A recent study from Carnegie Mellon University showed that adults over age 50 who volunteered on a regular basis were less likely to develop high blood pressure than non-volunteers. People who volunteer may be more likely to do other things, like eat a healthy diet or exercise.

Interestingly, the majority of people spend time volunteering. In fact, 54% of people have donated their time in the last year and 31% have done so in the last month. When people volunteer, they usually spend an average of 6 hours per month, according to a poll conducted by BioLife. Another bene t of volunteering is connecting with others and making friends. In fact,

according to the BioLife poll, 31% say they have made a close friend while volunteering and 22% of people choose to volunteer because of the social connections they expect to reinforce.

Another great reason to volunteer your time, in addition to helping others, is to improve your own wellbeing. Research on happiness demonstrates that when you focus on others and emphasize how you contribute to your community, you are likely to signi cantly enhance your sense of joy. e Greek philosopher Aristotle once surmised that the essence of life is “To serve others and do good.” If recent research is any indication, serving others might also be the essence of good health.

volunteers are used for ushering at the Performing Art Series (PAS) events and 15 volunteers are utilized for assisting at the Leisure World yearly expo. e Fitness Center also uses approximately 15 volunteers for events throughout the year.

In Leisure World there are numerous opportunities to volunteer. A few examples where residents can volunteer include the District Councils, the Leisure World Board, clubs and committees. e Recreation Department has around 15 volunteers that consistently help throughout the year. Eight Volunteers are used for serving ice cream for the ve Summer Social events, 10

As the District 3 Chair and Vice-President of the Leisure World Board of Directors, I sincerely appreciate and want to recognize and thank the past, current and future volunteers here in Leisure World. Your e orts help make Leisure World a great place to live.

Editor’s Note

Summer Fun with Leisure World Friends

is summer I got to do something that I normally do not have the time to do…hang out with Leisure World residents! I made the commitment to myself and my teams, that I was going to engage myself within the community and “experience” Leisure World through the eyes of the residents. How better to serve the community if no one walks in the shoes of those we service. We work at a disadvantage. I have had the most fun this summer! If you know me, I love to dance. You can often catch me at Aqua t dancing with Nancy and hyping up the class or in the gym playing around with some of our tness members and the sta . It was no surprise when I actually got in the water and did the Aqua t class with them! e real surprise is when I was requested to teach a class and actually did it! When I say that I had the most fun! I am not Nancy or Erica, but a workout was provided, and fun was had.

I thought, why stop there. I made my way into the Pilates and Barre classes, giving Nancy and Erica a run for their money! e way that I laughed with these classes, it should be a sin to call it work! If you have not tried either of these classes, let me warn you that they are hard workouts but so e ective. My legs and core were on re! Not to mention, Nancy asks some crazy questions to keep your mind o the number of reps. Do you remember your rst kiss being in kindergarten? I know someone who does. I will never tell. You have to come to the class to get all the secrets!

Besides having a ball, I really had the chance to connect with the community and for residents to see my personality from behind the desk. I will say, you all are pretty cool people! e conversations and suggestions, I didn’t take lightly. I took them all back, discussed with my boss, and together we made decisions to approach and improve a lot of what residents had to say. I will admit that at times it can seem that with residents, there is a complaint after complaint; but many complaints, seeing through a resident’s eyes are valid. Again, how better to serve, than by walking in the shoes?

I also got to meet some of our community who are not so visible. I did many home visits with Jessica, our Outreach Coordinator. My eyes were also opened to how many “silent su erers” we have in the LW community. However, I got to sit and spend time with so many and to assist in helping to guide the residents and their families towards bene cial resources and assistance.

I also learned that despite what the very low percentage of people think, we have amazing sta . e quality of those classes, events, and outreach to the community is nothing short of excellence. e drive and commitment that the sta have to want to improve and o er the best product to our residents, you can’t nd that in many places. I look at how Shana and Carley take time with the clubs and work to get the requested information out. e “above and beyond” attitude that these two work with…can’t be taught. Molly, the heart of an event coordinator, is always overlooked, but the work ethic that she demonstrates to provide the entertainment and

keep the community social, I am in awe some days. Jill, what can we say about our social butter y and the scheduling of these events. She is the right person for the job! Linda and her sta , Leisure World, couldn’t name a better team. Hard work is the motto and “get it done” is the tagline. Jessica, you won’t nd someone who has more compassion and empathy for this community. Elizabeth works around the clock securing sponsorships and advertisements to help keep HOA fees down. Do I really need to speak on the tness sta ? Nancy is crazy ( tness people get what I’m saying. She is an experience). Erica is tough as nails. I know…she trains me! Christine, if e ciency was a person, it would be her. And our newest member…Jaimee she has come with so much knowledge and ideas to improve tness, but above all, she has the “want” to be here!

e Leisure World sta as a whole works with real commitment and dedication and it shows.

I had such an amazing time with everyone this summer. I will try my best during “season” to pop-in for a class, share a laugh, or do my dance. Just know that you all taught me so much, I never knew how much fun you are, and I have great respect for this community.

ank you for a blast this summer and I can’t wait to do it again!

Carley’s Corner

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

I would like to congratulate our year rounders on their survival of yet another summer. I have a special fondness for those of you who bring your smiles into

our o ces during our slower months, it is always a pleasure.

is month as we remember 9/11 and honor the memory of the heroes, we lost that day we can also re ect on the strength and resilience that have carried

forward in the years since, may we continue to stand together.

As always, I am excited to see what comes our way in the next 30 days and hope each of you have a safe and beautiful month.

Happy September, Leisure World!

Hello Leisure World,

As summer winds down, I’m excited to welcome a new season of connection and community. I know we are all looking forward to cooler temperatures and more time outside.

ank you to all of you who attended our rst Hearts of Leisure meeting last month. Hearts of Leisure is our newly formed volunteer program with the goal of linking resident volunteers with other Leisure World

residents who may need some extra connection or support. We are looking for more resident volunteers to participate in this special program. Please come to our next meeting on Monday, September 22nd at 10am in the Queen Card Room or contact me if you are interested in joining.

In September, we will be joined by Hospice of the Valley who will be covering the topic of “Care for the Caregiver.” Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and so very challenging. Come explore how to optimize

your loved one’s well-being and take care of yourself in the process. Join us on ursday, September 25th at 10am in the theater for this thoughtful exchange. Here’s to the opportunities this month brings and fall days ahead.

With Gratitude, Jessica jmontes@lwca.com or (480) 207-1611

support groups

Every 2 Tues. nd Queen Card Room 10am-1130am

Every 2 & 4 Tues. nd th Banquet Room 10am-1130am

Every 3rd Wednesday Queen Card Room 10am-12pm

Every 3rd Thursday Queen Card Room 9am-1030am

Leisure World Lions Club

SPOTLIGHT: Aluminum Recycling

MANY thanks to LW residents Bruce & Linda Faber. ey are supporting our aluminum can project by collecting & delivering cans from their summer home community. e cans are sorted & many are crushed. To date, they have contributed several hundred pounds. ey are truly nice & wonderful people who are thrilled to be able to help LW Lions Club. If you know them, please show your appreciation.

2. Camp Tatiyee LW Donations

e 2025 LW Lions Camp Tatiyee fundraiser was a phenomenal success! As of July 22nd, 77 Leisure World residents donated $85,831 to Camp Tatiyee!! is exceeded the 2024 amount by $28,245!!

Your generosity and kindness in helping the kids to Camp was amazing! Both the Lions Club and Camp Tatiyee are grateful and blessed.

3. How did the Lions School Supplies Project for Jefferson Elementary School start?

In previous years, di erent individuals would bring school supplies directly to the school themselves.

Approximately six years ago, Lion Bob Sharkey began our School Supply project as the “School Pencil Drive”. He worked with the Vice principal there and asked her to nd a room we could call the “Teachers Pantry”. For several years Bob would bring in school supplies to restock that room. Bob’s inspiration was his granddaughter who used to dip into her own pocket to buy school supplies for her students. She now teaches at a rural school with the same poverty level as Je erson.

e original project has evolved where the school provides our Club with a list of what the teachers really need. We now focus on getting the items they request.

Great example: Two years ago, the students needed backpacks. One Leisure World woman purchased and donated 30+ brand new backpacks!

4. Lions 2025 Jefferson School Supplies Project

On July 24th, volunteers from the LW Lions Club, along with non-Lion volunteers, delivered 22 boxes of sorted/labeled school supplies to Je erson Elementary School.

It looked like “Christmas in July” with that pushcart dolly loaded up!

ank you to everyone who donated! Your kindness and generosity show the students that their LW neighbors care enough to give from the heart. Both teachers and kids will have a great school year!

ROCK AND ROAR LIONS

“WE SERVE”

6. Sunshine Acres A background story about recycling books.

Lion Dennis O’Grady volunteered at Sunshine Acres and Lion Carolin Lowy volunteered in the LW Library. At that time, library books that had been withdrawn and did not sell at the annual book fair were given to Good Will. “Book Heaven” was born. It was discovered that Sunshine Acres would accept and pick up a bulk donation of books. ey, in turn, sell them for pulp. Sunshine Acres gets 90% and LW Lions gets 10% of the money raised. e Lions money goes directly to Camp Tatiyee. Each year this project raises enough funds for at least one camper.

7. English Tea

e English Teas were started about 12 years ago by Lion Carolin Lowy when the Lions budget needed more funds to help purchase books for the annual Book Fair at Je erson Elementary School.

Afternoon teas are part of Lion Carolin’s traditional way of entertaining groups of people. She can accommodate up to 12 guests but prefers 6-8.

e invitees come to Carolin’s house, view a lot of artwork, and enjoy a four-course meal based on English formal afternoon teas.

For $17.50, the menu starts with a small quiche and apple juice; then 4 tiny sandwiches - cucumber, homemade egg salad, cream cheese with dates and nuts, and smoked salmon. Hot tea is served. A choice of real British breakfast tea with either milk or lemon or green tea. e next course is scones with butter, clotted cream and raspberry jam. Finally, the holiday dessert of Tri e. To end the meal, dried fruit and an English cookie are served.

During the meal, Lion Carolin thanks the guests for supporting the Leisure World Lions Club and the annual Book Fair. She talks about the di erence between what is considered a formal tea here in the USA versus her own childhood experiences.

Many guests dress up to include wearing their own or borrowed hats. Unmatched china and glassware are used which adds to the fun.

Conversation ows and guests have always enjoyed the event. A number of people have been more than once!

is is a great way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion.

All the money paid goes directly to Lions charities. Carolin contributes all the costs involved.

Call Carolin at 480-641-4626 to schedule your own English tea!

8. Camp Tatiyee Announcement:

“Lions camp tatiyee receives funds from generous benefactor to fully purchase land from lions foundation of arizona

Lions Camp Tatiyee is proud to announce the generous donation from a valued benefactor to complete the purchase of the 40 acres that the Camp resides on from the Lions Foundation of Arizona. e process has begun to purchase the land and permanently place the title in the name of Lions Camp Tatiyee.

is generous person has been a longtime friend of Camp Tatiyee and wanted to ensure the Camp’s continued success and autonomy for generations to come. e introduction to our Camp came with the friendship they have developed over the years with Camp Tatiyee Board 21S VP PCC Bill Menard. rough their friendship, they learned about Camp Tatiyee. A visit to the Camp helped solidify the decision to make this donation.

eir legacy will be providing this donation including speci c directions that the money’s sole purpose is to open escrow and purchase the land.

Camp Tatiyee is thrilled for this new chapter in our story. We can now focus on operating funds and fundraising and do what we do best; provide the best experience for our campers.”

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Employee Spotlight: Kimberly Nevarez

Meet Kimberly Nevarez , she is our Human Resources Payroll Specialist. She was nominated by her team member, and we agree she is an excellent addition to the Leisure World team.

When did you start at LW? March 2024

How would you describe the work you do? I work in H.R. My primary responsibilities are onboarding and payroll, but I am involved with most HR functions.

What’s your favorite part of the job? LWCA employees are my customers. Supporting our employees is a responsibility I take seriously. I enjoy making sure employees have a positive “work life” experience.

What are hobbies/ or things you enjoy outside of the L.W. walls? I enjoy playing golf, reading, and camping. I most enjoy spending time with my children and grandchildren.

What is one thing you wish more people knew about you? Something most people do not know about me is, I am a certi ed SCUBA diver and years ago I taught ballroom dancing.

Rendezvous Cafe Going Cashless!

The Rendezvous Cafe is now cashless.

Penny the Swan Answer August

ough August came in with a blast of heat, Looking for Penny was a real treat.

Oh, where was my sweetie trying to hide? I perused the paper far and wide.

ere’s times she’s good at avoiding detection. So, I just have to look in every direction. I searched high and low and in between And I nally found her with eyes so keen.

Near the top of the 23rd page, section B

She looked out at me with unbridled glee.

e Leisure World pro shop o ered her fun

As she imagined getting a hole-in-one.

I asked if she was good on the green

She said in the next round that remains to be seen

“One under-par is what I usually do. After all,” she laughed, “I’m a birdie too.”

Whether using your putter, an iron, or wood I hope your next round is really good

Patty

O’Brien Manor 769

Grub N’ Groove

Due to the closure of the Rec. 1 Ballroom for the Facilities ooring project, a reminder that Friday evening bingo games for the remainder of August and September have been cancelled. e return of bingo will be announced as soon as the room is completed, and events can be reestablished.

Stay Connected & Phonebooks

A friendly reminder to update your contact information! Take a moment to review and update any of your phone numbers or email addresses established with LW on the online directory via Community Resources>Resident Directory. You can update your information through the website by submitting a “Get in Touch” inquiry or by contacting Administration or Communications. is helps us ensure we can reach you by your desired methods!

Also, a reminder that all resident phone numbers in our system will be published in the 2026 phone book unless you submit Form 6 stating you do not want your number included. If you submitted a “do not publish” Form 6 last year we will honor for 2026 unless you inform otherwise. If we don’t have this form on le, your name, manor, and phone number will be automatically published. Forms are available online Important Forms>View all Forms>Form 6 or through Administration. e due date for Form 6’s will be December 19th.

End Of Year/ End Of Season Pajama Jam

Saturday, Nov 29th, 5:30pm-9:30pm At Rec. 2

Come in your fun PJ’s, comfy robes, & cute slippers! But let’s leave the lingerie for the bedroom!

BUCCANEERZ CATERING serving breakfast (2 burritos pp)

• Select smoked ham, bacon, or chorizo w/eggs & cheese or just scrambled eggs, no tortilla

• Potatoes with onion, pepper, and salt

• Guacamole/chips, salsa, sour cream

• Fruit

• Co ee, OJ, water & ice provided or BYOB

• Hourly giveaways, surprise gifts on tables, & 50/50 $$ra e

• Wear PJ’s to be entered in special drawing

• ADULTS 16 & OLDER PLEASE

*$35 Pp if purchased before 10/31/25, $40 pp afterwards* Reserved seating so pick your favorite table . Come enjoy a night full of fun & laughter while listening or dancing to the music of dj steve!

WELCOME TO CULINARY CORNER

ICE CREAM - e BunnyBee Ice Cream Truck has been scooping up handmade ice cream for our residents and their guests for two months now. It has been a lot of fun, and many of us have made new friends while enjoying a sweet treat! e BunnyBee Truck has committed to serving us for two more months but will be coming only on Saturdays from 1:00 – 3:00 in September and October. e truck will be set up in the Rec 2 parking lot. Join us in the Café if you’d like to enjoy your treat with friends in a cool environment.

e next exciting event to come to the Corner for the month of October (beginning October 6th) is the Batchelor’s Pad Food Truck. e owner, Erik, has designed a special menu – JUST FOR LEISURE WORLD – so plan to partake of some great food, prepared especially for us 6 days a week! Here’s the what, when and where!

LUNCH – Rec 1 – (beginning October 6)

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday – 11:00-2:00

The Promenade will be available for you to sit down and eat (weather-permitting)

DINNER – Beginning October 9

Thursday (Rec 2), Friday (Rec 1) and Saturday (Rec 2) – 4:00-7:00

The Promenade will be available for you on Friday nights to sit down and eat (weather-permitting) The Café has been reserved on Thursdays and Saturdays so that you can eat with friends (new and old)

If you choose not to eat at Rec 1 or 2, Erik will package your meal for the short drive to your manor or to take to whatever afternoon/evening activity you are participating in!

Here’s a synopsis of the special Leisure World menu:

• Monday – Salads, including Pitmaster’s Pick and Strawberry Fields (enjoy with or without meat)

• Tuesday – Burgers, including the Awe-Sam Patty Melt and the Heatwave Burger

• Wednesday – Sandwiches, including the Massive Pastrami Sammie, the Cashew Chicken Salad Croissant and a variety of grilled sandwiches

• ursday, Friday and Saturday – Erik’s mouthwatering BBQ, including the Maverick, the Duke and Batchelor’s Special

BunnyBee Ice Cream

Batchelor's Pad

Discover Connection, Adventure & Community with SOLO: Stepping Out – Lively Outlook

Are you single, solo, or simply looking for friendly faces and fun experiences? en it’s time to rediscover SOLO — the vibrant social group designed especially for Leisure World residents who want more out of life.

At SOLO, we’re more than just a club — we’re a welcoming, spirited community. We believe no one should feel left out just because they attend events without a partner. Whether you’re single by choice, circumstance, or simply have a partner who prefers staying home, SOLO o ers a space where you’ll feel included, connected, and genuinely seen.

No pressure, no awkward setups — just great people and great times.

We’re not a dating club (though love has bloomed more than once!). Our true mission is to help solo residents make new friends, explore new places, and create unforgettable memories.

Here’s how we connect each month:

Tuesday Breakfasts at 7:30 AM – Café, Rec. 2 Monday Lunches (2nd & 4th Mondays) at 11:00 AM – Café, Rec. 2

First Friday Dinners at 5:00 PM – Café, Rec. 2 ird ursday Potlucks at 5:00 PM – Rec. 1 Club Room (our main monthly event!)

And because we know there’s a whole world beyond the gates, we also organize monthly carpool outings to explore exciting local restaurants and attractions. We call it “Outside the Walls” (OOW) — and it’s always an adventure!

Four years strong and growing!

Just a few places we’ve explored recently:

Scottsdale Community College’s Artichoke Grill

Organ Stop Pizza

Desert Botanical Garden

Mystery Castle

Queen Creek Olive Mill

Cheesecake Factory

Mesa Christmas Market

And many more!

Our membership is more than 150 strong, and our events are lively, relaxed, and always with laughter. From 30–60 attendees at our gatherings, you’ll nd someone to sit with, laugh with, and maybe even plan your next adventure with.

Contact Barbara Peters Call or Text: 309-215-7203

Ready to see what the buzz is about? ere’s no fee to join — just send us your name and email to get on the list. en come to an event and experience the SOLO spirit for yourself!

Email: bapeters56@gmail.com 2114 Capri Manor

Reservations

Recycling Options Inside and Outside LW

Info:solo@thespearmans.com

Inside the Walls

Lions Club:

Drop o sites: Rec. 1 Admin parking lot & Promenade, Rec. 2 parking lot near back, Coyote Run

Pro shop

a. Cans at Rec. 1 & Rec. 2

b. Eyeglasses

c. Old ags

d. Phones

e. Hearing aides

f. Hearing aid batteries

Outside the Walls

J&C Recycling: No fees. ey accept and pay for cans and plastic only.

431 S. Stapley Dr. Ste. 21 Mesa, AZ 85204 480-232-4482

Mesa Recycling Center: Cans, cardboard, paper, plastic, & glass 116 West Broadway, Mesa, AZ 480-639-0116 M-F 8-4 pm SAT 8-12 pm

SA Recycling: No fees. ey accept and pay for metal only.

12 W. Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210 480-964-1177

Household Hazards Waste: 2412 North Center Street, Mesa, AZ 480-644-4463 T 7-12pm W/TH/F/SAT 7-2pm Closed SUN/MON WILL ACCEPT Refrigerators, freezers, TV at screen, batteries (most kinds), paints, solvents, stains,

spray paint, computer printers, laptops, water heaters, auto oil, antifreeze, gasoline, light bulbs, fertilizers, household cleaners, garden pesticides, & spa/pool chemicals WILL NOT ACCEPT: Furniture, lawn equipment, & medications

MEDICATIONS: Bring to Some Pharmacy Kiosks, or Police Stations.

Take to: Red Mountain Police Station, 4333 E. University, M- , 8-4; or Superstition Station, 2430 S. Ellsworth, M- , 8-5.

MEDICAL SHARPS: Place in strong puncture proof container, duct tape closed, mark DO NOT RECYLE, throw in trash.

AUTO OIL: Accepted at O’Reilly Auto Parts, Pep Boys, Auto Zone.

A 9/11 Remembrance: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Response

Sourced from: https://www.nan.usace.army.mil/

On September 11, 2001, the world watched in horror as the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center collapsed following a terrorist attack that shook the foundation of our nation. In those moments of chaos, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) quickly mobilized, responding to one of the most signi cant and unprecedented disasters in American history. What followed was a massive, coordinated e ort by USACE and other agencies to aid in the immediate aftermath and recovery in New York City.

Immediately after the collapse of the second tower, members of the Corps of Engineers stationed along the Hudson River for a Coast Guard boat-safety class became an impromptu lifeline. Boats from the New York and Philadelphia Districts, including motor vessels Hocking, Hayward, Hudson, Hatton, and others, were quickly put into action, ferrying over 2,300 people o the island of Manhattan. “Without a second thought, everyone volunteered to help,” recalled Joe Meyers from the New York District. ese vessels provided crucial transportation for evacuees and brought emergency personnel and supplies back into the city.

ree marinas were set up at Caven Point, New Jersey, to receive passengers. Buses and trains awaited those able to walk, while medical facilities were arranged for the injured and critically wounded. “On each return trip, the crews would bring back emergency personnel,” Meyers noted, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.

In addition to the evacuation e orts, USACE played a vital role in supporting emergency responders on the ground. Motor Vessel Hayward worked alongside local reboats and re trucks, supplying over 16,000 gallons of fuel and water to re ghters, as well as muchneeded equipment like ashlights, batteries, protective gear, food, and shovels. “ ey were passing ve-gallon cans by hand. ere was no other way to access the site,” said Josh Daskalakis from the New York District, highlighting the challenges responders faced.

Beyond these immediate actions, Motor Vessel Hocking became the command vessel, transporting the North Atlantic Division Commander Brig. Gen. Stephen Rhoades to the site. e Corps worked closely with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and New York City to meet the ongoing transportation, recovery, and supply needs.

For nearly a year, USACE remained an integral part

of the recovery operation. e largest task was the removal of 1.6 million tons of debris from Ground Zero. Emergency dredging of the Hudson and East Rivers allowed barges to transport wreckage to Staten Island, where the Corps’ Construction Division oversaw inspection operations. e process was slow and painstaking, as the debris was part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Despite the complexity, USACE helped ensure that critical evidence, human remains, and personal belongings were recovered and returned to loved ones.

Re ecting on the Corps’ response, omas Creamer, then Acting Chief of the Programs Directorate, remarked, “What’s most important was watching the Corps create the largest forensic crime scene investigation laboratory on Staten Island. Every piece of debris was checked twice, and identi ed belongings were returned to loved ones.”

As the world looked on in disbelief, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, alongside countless other agencies and civilians, demonstrated extraordinary resolve and courage. e events of 9/11 tested the limits of the nation’s emergency response capabilities, but the determination to serve and protect never faltered.

Today, as we remember the nearly 3,000 victims of that tragic day and honor the bravery of the rst responders, we also re ect on the resilience and dedication that continues to de ne the Corps’ mission. From ferrying evacuees to clearing debris and aiding in the recovery e orts, USACE played a pivotal role in the nation’s response to 9/11—a role they will never forget.

As we pause to remember the lives lost, we also celebrate the spirit of service and unity that emerged from that dark day. e U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will always be proud to have stood shoulder to shoulder with other heroes, answering the call when the nation needed them most.

“Now, we have inscribed a new memory alongside those others. It’s a memory of tragedy and shock, of loss and mourning. But not only of loss and mourning. It’s also a memory of bravery and self-sacrifice, and the love that lays down its life for a friend; even a friend whose name it never knew.” — George W. Bush

A Moment in LW History

9/11 donation information that was posted in the October 2001 edition of the Leisure World newspaper, 24 years ago.

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— Sandy Dahl, wife of Flight 93 pilot Jason Dahl.

Memorial Stair Climbs

9th Annual Salt River Firefighters: 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 North Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Salt River Fire ghters and Salt River Fields at Talking Stick have proudly partnered with the National Fallen Fire ghters foundation to host this event. All proceeds will bene t the NFFF, the Salt River Fire ghters Relief Fund, and provide assistance to families of our fallen brothers and sisters in the Public Safety community.

Registration and event details: https://saltriver elds. com/stairclimb/

9/11 Tower Challenge Glendale

Presented by the 100 Club of AZ. Arizona law enforcement, re ghters, military personnel, along with their family and supporters, will honor 9/11 heroes by climbing 110 ights of stairs—the 2,071 steps NYC Fire ghters took during the Trade Center attacks.

Glendale Desert Diamond Arena

Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 7 a.m.

Registration and event details: 100club.org/ event/911-tower-challenge/

“September 11, 2001, revealed heroism in ordinary people who might have gone through their lives never called upon to demonstrate the extent of their courage.” — Geraldine Brooks

9/11 Events in Arizona

Walks/Runs

Tunnels to Towers 5k Run and Walk

Sunday, September 14th, 2025 @7:30AM Ceremony Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281

Registration and event details: https:// runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Tempe/ TunneltoTowers5KRunWalkTempeAZ

9/11 Heroes Run

September 20, 2025

Mountain America Stadium, Tempe, 8:30am 500 E Veterans Way, Tempe, AZ 85287

e 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and tness levels to honor the heroes of September 11th and those who stepped up to serve in the wars that followed. Now, over two decades later, these annual 9/11 events are critical to helping Americans ful ll a promise to never forget and share the signi cance of that day with future generations.

Registration and event details: https://runsignup.com/ Race/AZ/Tempe/911HeroesRunPhoenixAZ

Other

Tempe Healing Field

e Tempe Healing Field pays tribute to all of the lives

lost that day. e ags WILL be back at Tempe Beach Park this year! e ags will stand from 9/11/25-9/14/25.

• Stand Up Flags: ursday, September 11th

• Freedom Concert: Saturday, September 13th

• Tunnel to Towers 5k Run/Walk: – Sunday, September 14th

• Healing Field® Tribute 5:46AM 9/11/25

• Healing Field® Tribute: / Candlelight Vigil: ursday, September 11th 7:00PM.

• Stand Down the Field – Monday, September 15th at 6:00AM.

Full details: https://tempehealing eld.org/

Meal Pack for 9/11 Day

9/11 Day is the nonpro t organization that created and annually organizes the federally recognized September 11 National Day of Service & Remembrance. Our mission is to inspire millions of Americans and others to rekindle the remarkable spirit of unity and compassion that arose in the immediate aftermath of 9/11, and to perform good deeds and other acts of service in tribute to the 9/11 victims, survivors, rst responders, and members of our military who bravely rose in service in response to the attacks.

Mullett Arena, 411 South Packard Drive Tempe, AZ 85281

ursday, September 11th, 7:30am – 4pm

Registration and event details: https://911day.org/ resources/meal-pack/

by Charlene Ingerson

GRANDPARENT'S CORNER

Leisure World’s Activity Discovery Chest

is program was made possible with generous donations from our own ReMax Classic Realty O ce and from several Leisure World residents. e Activity Discovery Chest contains free activity packets for various age groups. Here’s how it works:

• First, come to the Recreation/Communication Ofce to pick up an activity kit voucher for each child. e Rec Department is open Monday - ursday, 8:00 - 3:00 & Friday 8:00 - 12:00

• e Communications Team will document the name of the manor owner, manor numbers, and the date of pick up. Each child is allowed one voucher per week

• You’ll receive a treasure map/voucher for each kit that will take you and your child on an adventure to the ReMax Classic o ce located near the tennis courts and the Power Road entrance. ReMax Classic is open Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 - 4:30.

• Don’t forget to say hello to our wonderful sponsor while you’re there!

• e ReMax Classic sta will then show the child to the Discovery Chest where they will have the chance to choose a premade activity kit.

• Each kit contains a book to keep as well as fun, creative activities to enjoy.

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As a bonus, a large resource card is also included for the grandparents with important Maricopa County and Leisure World phone numbers on one side and photographs of our sponsors on the other.

For more information or or if you would like to donate so we can continue this program throughout the year, please email me (Charlene Ingerson) at ingerson.cb@gmail.com or text me at 401-473-4213

Examples of Activity Kits by age group

e following is a list of packet activities per age group. Please note that each kit contains one activity.

2-4 YO

• Paper and colored pencils

• Modeling clay

5-7 YO

• Canvas easel, paints and brush

• Suncatcher kit

8-10 YO

• Princess necklace kit

• 350-piece puzzle

11-12 YO

• Newspaper basketweaving instructions and tools

• Paint chip garland kit

Grandparents Day 2025:

When, why and how to celebrate this holiday

Whether you call them Grampy or Lolo, Abuela or Meemaw, grandparents occupy very special places in our lives, and in our hearts.

So it’s only tting that we have a special day to celebrate them. Grandparents Day happens every September, and it’s a great excuse to show the grandparents in your life (whether biological or honorary grandparents) some love.

Grandparents Day occurs on the rst Sunday after Labor Day every year. is year, Grandparents Day is on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2024.

You might want to get them a special card or a gift. For many grandparents, the gift of time is most precious. Whether you celebrate with a dinner, a present or a simple phone call, read on to learn more about the holiday of Grandparents Day.

When is Grandparents Day?

President Jimmy Carter signed a proclamation creating a National Grandparents Day in 1978, according to Donna Butts, the executive director of Generations United, an organization that focuses on intergenerational strategies.

Fun fact: In 1978, President Carter and wife Rosalynn had two grandchildren. With four children, they would go on to have more than 20 grand- and greatgrandchildren.

Grandparents Day is not technically a federal holiday. It is, however, a great excuse to honor and show some love for the older generations in our families. Since they are often the ones “spoiling” their grandchildren with a ection, consider this an opportunity to show them how much they mean to you.

Wish of Lifetime & More!

Joe Womeldorf, a long-time AARP volunteer, visited Leisure World on July 17th through the LW Outreach O ce and gave a stellar presentation with exciting and inspiring opportunities o ered by AARP. In case you missed it, we wanted to reshare the information.

e Wish of a Lifetime program from AARP focuses on ful lling the dreams of older adults, no matter how big or small, to promote joy and healthy aging! Eligibility requirements are that the individual is 65+, unable to ful ll the wish on their own, in good enough health to experience the wish, and able to obtain approval from a doctor, if necessary. Visit wishofalifetime.org for full wish stories, more information, and applications! If you know of anyone in your life that could use a wish and quali es, consider nominating them for Wish of a Lifetime! Joe or another AARP volunteer can help you ll out the application, call 202-434-2479.

AARP o ers multiple other opportunities and volunteer positions:

AARP Friendly Voice: Trained AARP Friendly Voice volunteers will provide a call to say hello, listen, or chat. Volunteer as a voice or request for calls: 888-281-0145 for English or 888-497-4108 for Spanish.

AARP Cupid Crew: Aims to combat loneliness in senior communities by providing them with fresh roses, handmade cards, and meaningful connections on Valentine’s Day. More information at https://wishofalifetime.org/programs/cupid-crew/.

Musical Instrument Museum Music & Memory: A 45-minute gallery tour followed by a 45-minute music making session designed for individuals with cognitive impairments. Held once a month at the Musical Instrument Museum in Pheonix. Registration details: MIM.org/senior-programs, questions contact adulttours@ MIM.org or 480-245-6920.

Volunteer Joe with Ray Ann on her

Wish of a Lifetime trip at the Grand Canyon!

Meet Your TEAM

Greetings Leisure World

elcome to this bright and cheerful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home spanning 1,504 square feet in the prestigious Leisure World community. This delightful residence greets you with desert landscaping featuring fruit trees, while the backyard showcases beautiful artificial grass & lush plants that’ll make your neighbors green with envy. Throughout the home, you’ll find elegant tile & luxury vinyl flooring that combines durability with style. A/C was replaced in 2024, New lighting has been installed throughout the home. Kitchen was reconfigured and designed, cabinets painted & appliances wrapped to o er a unique decor.

Residents from your Community Owned Real Estate Brokerage, ReMax Classic. We are the only real estate brokerage that contributes directly back to Leisure World Community Association through our real estate sales commissions.

We encourage all owners to stop by our office and receive a FREE Manor evaluation to find out your Manor’s value. The market continues to be a slight Seller’s market and knowing the value of your home is vital in making sound decisions.

As your trusted Brokerage, if you are thinking about selling your home, please don’t give away your equity. There are many cash buyers, and their offer may seem terrific but call ReMax Classic to get a second opinion before proceeding.

Warm regards, Mike Ryan

Designated Broker Re/Max Classic 480-832-7451

Mike Ryan

AUGUST FEATURED ARTIST

by Linda Weinstock

Meet Pat Billingsley:

A Talented Artist and Community Member

Pat Billingsley is a true Renaissance woman, with a career spanning multiple elds and a passion for art that knows no bounds. After living and working in Tempe and the Valley for 28 years, Pat moved to lowa to be closer to family before returning to Leisure World in 2013. She initially rented a home before purchasing one in 2018.

Pat’s professional background is impressive, with experience working at an ultrasound equipment manufacturer and retiring as an actuary in 2008.

However, it’s her artistic side that truly sets her apart. Pat has been drawing and creating art since she was young, and her talent was evident even back then. She won rst place in her rst art show at just 20 years old.

Although a busy work schedule and active life took over, Pat’s love for art remained strong. She has been an active member of the Art Association for seven years, serving on the board for six. Pat currently manages the club’s communications and data, and helps coordinate the spring art show.

Pat’s artistic talents have been recognized with several awards, including three rst-place wins since 2019. She enjoys working with various mediums, including watercolors, acrylics, and pour painting. In fact, Pat has previously taught watercolor and pour painting classes, sharing her expertise with others.

e COVID-19 pandemic proved to be a catalyst for

Pat’s artistic growth, as she explored new mediums and techniques. She credits several great teachers with inspiring her, including Sally Bailey, Mary Opat, and the late Jill Friedman.

One lesser-known fact about Pat is that the home she built in Tempe was featured on the cover of Phoenix Home and Garden magazine, showcased on HGTV’s Extreme Home Show, and even won a City of Tempe beauti cation award. As Pat looks to the future, she’s grateful for the community and friendships she’s built in Leisure World. “We are living in a beautiful oasis,” she says.” Let’s make the best of our time here and leave a artistic footprint behind.” With her talent, dedication, and passion for art, Pat Billingsley is sure to make a lasting impact on the community.

M.E.'S CORNER OF BLESSINGS

By Mary Ellen doValle

I am not being lazy, but I felt with all of the past year’s tensions and political discord, I would reiterate what I wrote last September. is month I will be 79 years old. I will turn that number on the 11th. is is a day of sorrow and of pride. Although 9-11 is a day that was meant to demoralize our nation, 9-12 symbolizes all that America is and what united Americans can be. It was a time of an elimination

of political discord. Truly it t Dickens opening of a Tale of Two Cities in reverse “It was the best of all times; it was the worse of times

We took the worst of our history and showed the world the best of our people. at next day America was a united people. A people without prejudice or bias. It is time to re ect on that day and return to the concept of one people under God. Let us bury our biases, our preconceived opinions, our intolerance. Let us stand up as a nation. Let us be kind to each other no matter color, religion, sex orientation, or economic situation.

Our world is in turmoil. Too many innocent people have faced untold agonies because of greed and hate. is isn’t the rst time we have experienced such events. It sadly will not be the last. But we, each individual, can make a di erence. We can take it upon ourselves to promote friendship, care, and love. Let’s be kind to our neighbors. Let’s show tolerance to those that re ect di erent views. Let’s be kind to strangers. Let’s unite as we did on September 12th, 2001. Let’s be Americans

Holiday Traditions

Where people come as strangers and return as friends.

Our next Holiday Traditions dinner will be on Thanksgiving, November 27th.

If you are interested in volunteering in any capacity, please email my volunteer chairman, Lynette Waltemath at lynwalt52@gmail.com. We especially need servers and dishwashers.

Donations are taken to cover all the cost of this event. ey will be accepted at:

1. My manor 875 (Cash or check)- a lock box is at the front door.

2. Venmo @che amott

3. Donation box at event (Cash or check) Please make check out to Doris Hoel.

Reservations will be accepted by Lynette Waltemath by email at lynwalt52@gmail.com from October 1-31 or until lled (maximum of eight attendees per reservation). If you have any questions, you may call Lynette at 308-520-1425.

If you want to sit with certain people, please make sure that you make the reservation together under 1 name and include ALL the names of the people that will be sitting at your table. We will arrange all of you in tables of 8. Please remember to check on your friends and neighbors of Leisure World so that they can be included in our Holiday Traditions dinner– especially those that may be alone on a holiday. For those who cannot get out, we will have a delivery option, as well as transportation for those that need it. We just need to know ahead of time. Even when you donate, you will need to make a reservation if you are planning to attend, so that we have adequate seating and enough food for everyone!

Many of you will be spending the holiday with family, but you choose to donate to our event, even if you aren’t joining us. I so much appreciate it. It takes a village to make these Holiday Traditions Dinners successful!

ank you so much!

Remember- No walk-ins are allowed.

Remember my favorite bible verse is1st Peter 4:9-10 “PRACTICE HOSPITALITY WITHOUT GRUMBLING, each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God‘s grace and its various forms.” is is why I do what I do!

Sincerely, Chef LaMott, Doris Hoel, Manor 875, che amott@gmail.com

Spot Fall Colors in Arizona

https://www.visitarizona.com/like-a-local/spottingfall-colors-in-arizona

Leaf peeping in Arizona? Yes! Arizona o ers plenty of hikes, drives and picnic options for those who want to surround themselves in autumnal hues.

If one is willing to put forth a bit of e ort, or doesn’t mind getting feet wet, venturing into Arizona’s wilderness in November or December can be as rewarding as wandering a New England hillside in early October.

Timing Arizona’s fall foliage

Generally, look for Arizona fall color as early as midSeptember in mountainous elevations and lasting well into early December at high-desert spots.

Late September to late October brings rich yellows and reds to the high-desert creeks near Sedona, Cottonwood and Camp Verde. By late November, the colors move lower in elevation and farther south. is is an exciting time of year for desert-dwelling nature photographers, as autumn in the Sonoran Desert equates to images of yellow cottonwoods framed with Saguaro cacti.

rough early to mid-December, colors continue to permeate the Sonoran Desert, lighting up all of the canyons, such as Araviapa Canyon.

Northern Arizona’s aspens and the pines of the White Mountains

Flagsta ’s San Francisco Peaks are the epicenter of fall’s brilliance—particularly the shimmery, goldenhued aspens, which drift down mountain slopes into meadows. If you’re ambitious and have a high clearance vehicle, try the Around the Peaks Loop, a 44-mile scenic drive on forest service roads around the mountains and through aspen groves. You’ll pass Lockett Meadow, where the Inner Basin trail leads to the midst of an ancient volcano. Nearby, Arizona Snowbowl ski resort o ers scenic chairlift rides through late October.

Also in northern Arizona, State Highway 260 passes through the White Mountains near the towns of Pinetop-Lakeside. is sure- re roadway for fall color is anked by small lakes where you can pull o for impromptu picnics beside one of the largest contiguous ponderosa pine forests in the Americas.

The red rocks and yellow leaves of the Verde Valley and Sedona e classic hotspot in this north-central region is Sedona’s Red Rock Crossing, where small waterfalls and yellow foliage along Oak Creek stand out against the red sandstone of Cathedral Rock, inspiring photographers from around the world.

Avoid the crowds for Sycamore Creek, a moderate hike accessible via the Parsons Trail near the town of Cottonwood. After a quick hike that drops about 180 feet from the rim of the canyon, one is greeted

with a lush, perennial creek lined with trees, all in various stages of autumn transformation. is trail continues for another 3.5 miles until it reaches Parsons Spring. e spring makes a perfect turnaround point for casual day hikers. Or continue on deeper into the Sycamore Creek Wilderness, where soaring sandstone walls, extreme solitude and historic cabins await.

Other fall color destinations in the Verde Valley include West Clear Creek Trail #17 and Bell Trail #13 to Wet Beaver Creek. ese are both moderate day hikes that follow the brilliantly lush creeks.

Further southeast near Payson, Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and its dramatic travertine arch, a geological wonder that spans Pine Creek. Short trails lead you down to get up close and personal with the formation, its waterfall and the surrounding trees that signal fall weather.

campgrounds, a lake and forests dense with not only pines but also colorful aspen, maple and walnut trees. Drive the mountain’s Catalina Highway as it zigzags up the slopes, or pull o near a trailhead and explore the changing landscape on foot.

Southern Arizona’s fall-colored mountains and canyons e aforementioned Aravaipa Canyon is a prime autumn viewing destination. (Don’t forget your permits.) From the trailhead, it’s a quick jaunt down to the creek where hikers are soon greeted with a wet creek crossing.

Don’t bother to keep your feet dry here—the route follows a shallow creek the entire time. e hike through Aravaipa Creek spans 12 gorgeous miles during which you’ll see soaring canyons, large pools, small rapids and amazing, bright yellow cottonwood groves. It’s possible to enjoy this canyon as a full-day hike; however, we recommend spending at least one night at one of the many campsites along the creek. Bonus tip: Early morning and late evening hours along the creek will allow for prime viewing of deer, javelina and coatimundi.

Heading south towards Tucson, you’ll nd Mt. Lemmon, part of the Santa Catalina Mountains. At its height, it reaches an elevation of more than 9,000 feet and sports numerous trailheads, picnic sites,

Farther south still are Madera Canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains, and the Nature Conservancy’s Ramsey Canyon Preserve, both popular birdwatching spots. In the fall, these areas’ lush greenery turns golden and orange as their creek beds and sycamore trees display their fall nery. Ramsey Canyon also o ers guided nature walks several times a week through November.

Know before you go

While the hikes mentioned are all rated easy to moderate, it is still important that hikers exercise caution and use good judgment. Always bring a map. GPS units are extremely helpful but shouldn’t be solely relied upon to get you in and out of a hike. Always watch the weather forecast before entering canyons, as ash oods do happen and can be dangerous. If backpacking, keep in mind that none of the camping destinations described have established campgrounds with amenities. ere are no bathrooms, toilets, drinking water or pay stations. Always exercise Appreciate AZ principles and pack out whatever you pack in. Lastly, have fun and happy trails!

Photo Credit: Evan Clay. Aspen trees flourish on the slopes of the San Francisco Peaks.

September Upcoming Movies & Classics

Upcoming movies you can catch outside the walls at theaters like Harkins, AMC, Regal, Majestic etc.

By: Barb E. Dawl

September 2: The American Southwest (G)

Narrated by Quannah Chasinghorse, an adventurous journey down the Colorado River that explores the region’s extraordinary wildlife, cultural history, and uncertain future.

September 12: Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (PG)

e cinematic return of the global phenomenon follows the Crawley family and their sta as they enter the 1930s. e Crawleys must embrace change as the sta prepares for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.

e Long Walk (NR)

Adaptation of master storyteller Stephen King’s rst-written novel, and Francis Lawrence, the visionary director of e Hunger Games franchise lms (Catching Fire, Mockingjay – Pts. 1 & 2 , and e Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), comes THE LONG WALK, an intense, chilling, and emotional thriller that challenges audiences

to confront a haunting question: how far could you go?

September 19: A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (PG)

What if you could open a doorway and walk through it to re-live a de ning moment from your past? Sarah (Margot Robbie) and David (Colin Farrell) are single strangers who meet at a mutual friend’s wedding and soon, through a surprising twist of fate, nd themselves on A Big Bold Beautiful Journey – a funny, fantastical, sweeping adventure.

September 21: Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe (NR)

One of the world’s greatest singers, Andrea Bocelli has a voice that transcends genres and generations. In this intimate portrait of the acclaimed Italian tenor, Bocelli, for the rst time, tells his story in his own words.

Harkins Tuesday Night Classics:

September 2: Transformers

September 9: Edge of Tomorrow

September 23: 2001: a space odyssey

Maricopa County Library, Queen Creek Library Offers a Broad Range of Programs.

e Queen Creek Library o ers free programs for people of all ages. For a complete list of o erings visit www.mcldaz.org/queencreek. 21802 S Ellsworth Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 85142 and is open to the public Monday- ursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and FridaySaturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

After learning about that artist and their style, we will create our own unique replica. is month we’ll be learning about Piet Mondrian. No art experience required!

Puzzle Palooza

September Adult Events

Registration may be required. Check online or call for details.

Artist of the Month for Adults

Thursday, September 4

6:00-7:15 pm

Join us each month as we learn about a di erent artist!

Parent/Caregiver Literacy Workshop: How to read with your 0-5 year old

Wednesday, September 17

6:30-7:30 pm

We will provide parents/caregivers with the latest research and strategies to help their children with reading. Information will be presented and there will be time to discuss topics with participants. is session will focus on teaching parents/caregivers why Interactive Reading is so important for 0-5 year

Thursday, September 18

6:00-7:30 pm

olds. ey will learn the strategies to use with their children and have time to practice and ask questions.

Do you love puzzles? Join us for some puzzle making and swapping! You can bring a puzzle to swap with someone else, or just come in to piece together provided puzzles. is event is for all ages and anyone looking to puzzle is welcome! No registration is required and participants are welcome to come any time.

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An Exciting Way to Explore AZ!

Maricopa County Library District has partnered withAct One to provide Culture Passes at all 14 of the libraries.

How Culture Passes Work

e Southwest Regional Library is only 15 minutes from LW! More information at https://mcldaz.org/en-US/subject/culture-pass/.

• Culture Passes will provide you with admission for two people at each participating organization.

• Passes must be checked out in-person at the library, available on a rstcome rst-serve basis.

• Customers are limited to one pass per family at a time, up to two passes per month.

• Passes are not renewable and cannot be requested in advance

• You have 7 days to use your culture pass; the pass will remain checked out in your library account for 7 days.

• e pass will come o your account after the 7-day checkout period.

Some of the participating organizations include:

Arizona Heritage Center

Desert Botanical Garden

Heard Museum

Art

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Reid Park Zoo

• Customers can check out one pass per household at a time, up to 2 passes per month.

Superstition Mountain Museum

Arcosanti-Cordes Junction

Gilbert Historical Museum

Sedona Heritage Museum

River of Time Museum

Verde Valley Archaeological Center

Lowell Observatory Desert Caballeros Western Museum Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Compare Triple Swing with Single Swing

ose who have been following the monthly dance lessons have previously learned several patterns in the Single Swing Rhythm which is often one of the rst rhythms dancers learn because there are just four changes of weight and the weight changes alternate just like regular walking does (left, right, left, right for Leads who are typically males and the opposite for Follows who generally are females). Each Quick (counts 1 and 2 on the chart below) takes one count and a Slow takes two counts (count 3 and 4 has one change of weight and counts 5 and 6 has one change of weight). Because there is one change of weight over two counts, it is called “Single Swing.” (At https://home.csulb.edu/~kwest/wido/wi-do.html Lesson #4 has a full review.)

Now on Saturday nights at the Rec I ballroom Dabney Hopkins is teaching Triple Swing. It is very handy to know both rhythms because they are interchangeable on the dance oor and even one partner can dance the slower rhythm (Single Swing) while the other dances the more energetic one (Triple Swing). Notice that even though Triple Swing is described as a “six-count” dance, there are eight changes of weight because each Slow in Single Swing is substituted for three changes of weight (a triple, hence the name Triple Swing or East Coast Swing).

While the Quick Quick can either begin or end various gures (be counts 1 & 2 or 5 & 6), in social dancing it does not matter which is used because just like repeating a two-word phrase over and over (apple tree apple tree apple tree apple….etc.) the parts are in a loop with one following the other. Does “tree” or “apple” come rst? Either one! In the Triple Swing lessons patterns are generally beginning with Quicks, so in the comparative chart below the timing is shown beginning that way:

While both rhythms take six counts, each word in the chart stands for a change of weight. erefore, since the Leads begin with the left foot, they would step as follows:

In Single Swing: Left, Right, Left, -, Right, - (thus a timing pattern of QQSS). In Triple Swing: Left, Right, Left/Right, Left, Right/Left, Right (the “/” means one quick count is split in two parts; the rst part of that count gets ¾ of the count and the second part gets ¼ of the count resulting in a timing pattern QQQ/aQ). e triple step has three changes of weight during two quick counts. Dabney described this middle step as being a “shu e” step such as one might take when walking with someone and taking a very quick extra step in order to synchronize their steps.

Practice Triple Steps

Sometimes teachers introduce the triple steps alone at rst and have dancers face each other with a Two-Handhold Position (joined hands are typically at waist or hip height of the Follow in these rhythms). ese six changes of weight occur over just four counts. In this position, and the timing pattern from above (3/a,4,5/a,6) or that in the chart below, dancers would take the following steps repeatedly until it begins to feel natural:

Stand up and do the above pattern twenty or thirty times while essentially marching in place Notice that dancers can say to themselves a variety of things while stepping to get the concepts embedded in their minds: ey can repeatedly chant the timing (“1/a,2, 3/a,4” or “3/a, 4, 5/a, 6”); they can say the words (“Quick-a, Quick, Quick-a, Quick” or “Tri-ple step, tri-ple step”). “Triple Step” has three syllables, each indicating a change of weight. Notice that the word “triple” is divided in the chart so that more emphasis is placed on the rst syllable and less on the second syllable. ey can also name which foot is moving (Leads would say “left/right, left, right/left, right” and Follows would say the opposite). Trying all such possibilities while actually marching in place provides some variety in practicing the six changes of weight repeatedly. e more repetitions one makes, the more “normal” it feels to do the pattern!

Next, add some movement: On beats one and two dancers would step to one Side (using the indicated foot) and on counts three and four to the opposite side. e middle change of weight in each triple has the foot approximately next to the foot that just stepped to the side (it can’t go further!). en the rst foot steps again to the side. Some might call this “Side/Close, Side” or “Side/Together, Side” so these are alternate chants one might use. Another chant might be “left/and, left, right/ and right” (matching the appropriate feet, of course). Notice that when the left foot steps one moves to the left; when the right foot moves one moves to the right. Use the above chants to practice moving side to side. Notice approximately where the feet are on the oor (dancers should not move very far from their original spot). Do this twenty or thirty times (or more). Again, the more one does it, the more natural it feels!

Once comfortable with that, change positions so that the Lead’s right hip is next to the Follow’s left hip; the Lead’s right hand is placed on the Follow’s back and the Follow’s left hand is placed on the Lead’s upper right arm or shoulder. e other hands (Lead’s left and Follow’s right) remain about the same height, but they are now joined in front of their bodies. From above, the bodies exhibit a “V” shape so they are slanted somewhat away from the partner; the Lead’s left foot is further forward than his right; the Follow’s right foot is further forward than her left. Dabney called this position “Closed Position,” which is ne for the Swing rhythm, in other contexts it might be called “Hip to Hip,” “Promenade,” or “Semi-Closed Position.” In this position do one Triple step (three changes of weight) forward then one Triple step back.

Notice that the feet are placed in approximately the same spots on the oor as

when doing triple steps from side to side! In other words, e Lead’s left foot and the Follow’s right foot are always further forward than their other foot. On the middle change of weight the opposite foot comes close to the previous foot, but it is still slightly behind it. Also notice that when doing a forward triple the Lead’s left foot and the Follows right foot are dominant. When they move backwards, the Lead’s right foot and the Follow’s left foot “lead.”

Practice doing triple steps forward and back numerous times, then change positions to Two-Hand Hold without interrupting the cadence. Do additional triples from side to side in this position, then change again to the Hip to Hip position and do more forward and back triples. e Lead is in charge of deciding which pattern to do and how many times to do it. e Follow has the responsibility of monitoring the Lead’s movements and matching her body posture and foot placements to correspond with his. Randomly change how many times each pattern is repeated (or whether it is danced only once before changing) to practice deciding when to change and how to respond.

Add the First Two Counts

After practicing the two triple patterns many times, rst without music and then with music, it is time to practice the triples with the introductory Rock and Recover steps, with each taking one quick count.

Start in Hip to Hip position. On count one both dancers step back (Leads with the left foot and Follows with the right). It is called a Rock step because the other foot remains close to where it was in space, though the other leg might bend (even taking the foot o the oor momentarily). en on count two, one “Recovers” or “Replaces” weight again on that “free” foot (Lead’s right and Follow’s left) at about the same spot on the oor as it had been prior to moving on count one. It is best to take a small step back rather than a large one, in order to be ready to regain weight easily. It often appears that this back step is a large one because the other leg bends so the foot is lifted from the oor creating extra space between the feet. It is just an illusion. ere are many illusions in dance! Often what we think we see is not really what is happening.

In Hip to Hip position, then, the Lead would step as follows (starting with his left foot) and the Follow would move comparably, beginning with her right foot (“L” and “R” indicate which foot takes weight). Leads step:

After practicing this numerous times, intersperse doing pairs of Forward and Back Triple steps (as practiced above) without the Rock and Recover. en occasionally add the Rock and Recover to surprise the partner.

Next, in Two-Hand Hold Position add the Rock and Recover counts. In this position both dancers still Rock Back, so they are moving apart from the partner. e Lead holds his hands steady in space, and because all of the body parts are interconnected, there is a slight pressure at the hands as he steps back. e Follows can feel this. It is called a “push connection” but the Lead does not actually push the partner. Rather, when the Follow senses that added pressure, she responds by providing a comparable pressure and also Rocks back, or apart. eir joined hands remain approximately where they are in space! e Lead’s pattern is charted below (the Follow does the natural opposite):

Recap is document describes four di erent patterns using Triple Swing, two patterns using four counts:

• (In Two Hand-Hold Position) Side triples each way

•(In Hip to Hip Position) Forward Triple and Back Triple

And two patterns using six counts:

• (In Two Hand-Hold Position) Rock Apart, Recover, Side triples each way

• (In Hip to Hip Position) Rock Back, Recover, Forward Triple and Back Triple

One can change positions after the last step of a pattern and before the rst step of the next one. Do a random number of one pattern (only one or several repetitions) to practice the Lead and Follow roles. en change the pattern (and possibly the position) to do a second one a random number of times. en change to a third pattern or the fourth one, mixing them all up in an unpredictable order. Practice to a variety of swing tunes. Exchange roles to develop empathy for what the partner is expected to do.

Most of all, have fun, and return on Saturday nights for more practice, learning a new pattern or two, and dancing with other attendees!

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Power of Attorney: What is it and How to Set it Up

By: Rilus M. Dana

While wills and trusts often dominate estate planning discussions, the Power of Attorney (POA) is arguably one of the most vital legal documents you can establish and use while you're still alive. It's a foundational element of future planning, even for those as young as 18 with minimal assets.

What is a Power of Attorney?

Simply put, a POA is a legal document allowing you to appoint someone else to make important decisions on your behalf. You, as the person creating the document, are the principal, and the individual you designate is your agent.

For a POA to be valid, the principal must be mentally competent during its creation. e agent's authority typically becomes active when the principal becomes incapacitated or unable to manage their own a airs. A POA can end in various ways, including a speci ed date, completion of its purpose, revocation by the principal, or the death of either the principal or agent.

Types of Powers of Attorney

POAs can be customized for speci c purposes, but generally fall into these categories:

• General Power of Attorney: Grants broad authority to your agent for managing nances, business decisions, property transactions, and more.

• Limited or Special Power of Attorney: Confers speci c authority for a de ned purpose or duration, like managing an investment portfolio until a child reaches legal age.

• Durable Power of Attorney: Remains valid even if you become incapacitated, o ering continuous protection.

• Medical or Healthcare Power of Attorney: Authorizes your agent to make healthcare decisions on your behalf.

• Financial Power of Attorney: Assigns an agent to handle nancial matters, such as accessing accounts and paying bills, especially valuable during incapacity.

While broad authority POAs exist, designating

speci c powers is often recommended to ensure clarity of your intentions and prevent potential misuse.

Steps to Set Up a Power of Attorney

Setting up a POA involves several key steps to ensure it is e ective and legally sound:

1. Do Your Research

Understand what a POA entails. Knowing your needs and objectives is crucial before proceeding.

2. Choose your type.

Select the POA type (or types) that best t your circumstances. Remember, there's no one-size- ts-all solution, and customization may be necessary.

3. Select an agent.

healthcare providers) so they recognize your agent's authority.

8. Inform relevant parties.

Your agent should be trustworthy, competent, reliable, and willing to ful ll their responsibilities. is could be a close family member, friend, or even a professional, like an attorney or nancial manager, who o ers impartial and expert services.

4. Draft the document.

Your POA must comply with your state's legal requirements. Rilus Law o ers free state-speci c Arizona POA documents directly through our website, providing a valuable starting point. While free forms are available, a customized document drafted by an experienced team like Rilus Law ensures it precisely matches your unique situation and comprehensive needs.

5. Review and revise.

Carefully examine the document to ensure it accurately re ects your wishes and grants the necessary powers. Make any required changes.

6. Execute the document.

For validity, both you and your agent must sign the POA, typically in the presence of a notary public or witnesses. Notarization adds an extra layer of protection against future challenges.

7. Distribute the copies.

Provide copies to relevant parties (e.g., banks,

Let family members, friends, and healthcare providers know about the POA and who to contact if needed.

9. Review periodically.

Like all estate planning documents, review your POA at least annually. Update it immediately if there are changes in your circumstances or relationships.

Questions About a Power of Attorney? Ask Rilus Law. A well-executed Power of Attorney is a simple yet incredibly valuable tool for your estate plan, ensuring your wishes are followed even if you cannot manage your a airs. For those looking to understand POAs better and navigate the process, Rilus Law has created a Free Powers of Attorney Course. is course will help you determine:

• When a free form is su cient

• When it's best to consult a professional

• How to accurately complete the right documents for your state

It also includes our free state-speci c POA forms and our guidance on how to complete them. Head to RilusLaw.com/free-resources to download your Free Powers of Attorney Toolkit today, or give us a call today if a custom POA is a better t for your needs.

- Rilus M. Dana, J.D., is the Managing Partner at Rilus Law, formerly Dana and Associates.

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MARCI E’S HOMECARE

YOUR POCKETBOOK

Strategies to Protect Your Goals from Consistent Inflation

If you’re like most investors, you’ve noticed the impact of higher in ation in recent years – whether at the gas pump or the grocery store. American investors are experiencing the e ects of prolonged in ation for the rst time since the early 1980s. As a result, many are concerned about how in ation levels will impact their ability to reach their long-term nancial goals. While it may not be possible to avoid the e ects of in ation altogether, there are several strategies investors can utilize to mitigate the impact of in ation on their nancial plan. Here are three investment considerations that may help address in ation concerns and better prepare your goals for long-term success.

1

– Keep your money invested

When the in ation rate soared in 2022, stock and bond markets declined. Some investors responded by pulling money out of the market. is can be counterproductive as investors too often miss much of a market’s recovery gain before they put their money back to work. For example, the U.S. stock market (as measured by the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index, an unmanaged index of stocks often used as a benchmark of market performance), declined 25% between January and October 2022. But by the end of 2023, the S&P 500 regained nearly all of the ground lost in the bear market.1 It is normal for markets to go through ups and downs. Investors that stay the course and keep their money invested commonly see their investments make up gains that were lost in a sudden downturn. While it may be tempting to remove yourself from the market during volatile periods, it could be helpful to stay invested at a level that re ects your risk tolerance.

2 – If time is on your side, take advantage of stocks

Over time, stocks have historically outpaced in ation, an important consideration as you try to build wealth to achieve your ultimate nancial goals with more condence. is doesn’t mean that year-in, year-out, stocks

will keep you ahead of in ation. 2022 is a good example of a year when stocks declined as in ation rose. But if you have time to let your money work for you, stocks have historically outpaced the rise in living costs. According to data collected since 1871, stocks have grown faster than in ation for holding periods of 20 years or more.2 Investors who can ride the highs and lows of markets are often better suited to keep up, if not pass, the rate of in ation.

3 – For short-term money, seek higher yields

You may have money set aside for short-term needs, such as your emergency fund or to cover upcoming expenses. In these times of elevated in ation, you’ll want to nd ways to earn more competitive yields on your short-term savings. Search out options such as money market funds, CDs, short-term U.S. Treasury securities and other savings vehicles that o er yields that may keep pace with in ation. Utilizing these tools may allow you to stay more liquid with your investments while hedging against the impacts of in ation.

Whether an economic cycle brings conventional or elevated in ation it should be considered as a factor of your long-term nancial plan. A nancial advisor can help develop a comprehensive strategy that addresses the in ation environment today and over the long term.

1 S&P Dow Jones Indices.

2 NBER, Bloomberg, American Enterprise Investment Services, Inc.

Steven M. Rabin, CFP, CRPC, APMA, CDFA, ChFC, is Managing Director of Academy Advisors Wealth Management Academy Advisors Wealth Management, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC in Gilbert, AZ. We specialize in fee-based nancial planning

and asset management strategies. Contact us at, www. academyadvisors.com, 480-545-8390, 161 E Rivulon Blvd. Ste. 108 Gilbert, AZ 85297 or 16220 N Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85254.

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TAX CORNER

An Overview of Retirement Plans

By Ken Weinstock CPA, Leisure World resident.

e topic for this month’s Tax Corner was suggested to me by Dan Bernstein. anks, Dan!

In this article I would like to share some basic information about retirement plans. In future Tax Corner articles I’ll cover additional topics such as rollovers, conversions and inherited retirement plans.

Qualified Retirement Plans

In general, a quali ed retirement plan is an arrangement where you can put money aside for retirement and reduce your taxes at the same time.

A major tax bene t is that contributions made to a retirement plan are generally tax deductible. Employers who set up a retirement plan for their employees will get a tax deduction on their business tax return and contributions to individual retirement accounts will generally be deductible on the tax return of the individual making the contribution.

Another tax bene t of retirement plans is that they are exempt from tax. is means that income earned by the plan is not taxable as long as contributions and earnings remain in the plan and are not distributed to the plan participants.

Distributions from retirement plans are taxable only when amounts are actually distributed from the plan to the plan participants. Sometimes distributions are not taxable such as when a contribution to a retirement plan did not generate a tax deduction.

Types of Qualified Plans

ere are two basic types of quali ed employer plans: de ned contribution plans and de ned bene t plans.

De ned contribution plans require that contributions,

which are determined by the employer, must be kept in separate accounts for each plan participant. De ned contribution plans include pro t sharing plans, money purchase pension plans, and employee stock ownership plans.

De ned bene t plans provide a de nitely determinable bene t over a period of years, usually for the life of each plan participant. e amount contributed will be based on actuarial assumptions regarding the number of years to retirement, the bene t amount, the assumed interest rate, and life expectancy after retirement. Social Security is an example of a de ned bene t plan run by the federal government.

Elective Contributions

Some quali ed retirement plans may allow employees to make a plan contribution from a portion of their earnings in addition to the amount contributed by the employer. A cash or deferred arrangement (CODA), also known as a 401(k) plan, allows employees to contribute part of their pretax compensation to the plan rather than receive the compensation in cash. ese contributions are generally referred to as “elective contributions.”

Other plans which may allow elective contributions include tax sheltered annuity plans (TSA) also known as 403(b) plans. ese plans are available for employees of public schools, tax-exempt organizations, and churches.

State and local governments and certain tax-exempt organizations may establish a special type of nonquali ed deferred compensation plan called a 457 plan.

Individual Retirement Accounts

An individual retirement account (IRA) is a trust or custodial account for the exclusive bene t of the

account owner or his or her bene ciaries.

ere are various types of IRAs.

A Traditional IRA may be set up if you receive taxable compensation during the year whether or not you are covered by any other retirement plan. Contributions to a Traditional IRA are deductible on your tax return to the extent allowed by tax law ($7,000 for 2025, $8,000 if you’re age 50 or older), however, the deduction may be limited if you or your spouse is covered by a retirement plan at work and your income exceeds certain levels.

Roth IRA contributions may be limited if your income exceeds the limits for making a contribution. Contributions to a Roth IRA are not tax deductible. A Simpli ed Employee Pension, or SEP, is a retirement plan where an employer makes contributions to an individual retirement account called a SEP IRA for each eligible employee. A SEP IRA may be either a Traditional IRA or a Roth IRA. e account is owned and controlled by the employee and the employer makes contributions to the nancial institution where the employee’s SEP IRA is maintained.

Another kind of IRA is a SIMPLE plan, which stands for Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees. Under a SIMPLE IRA, an account must be set up for each eligible employee. Employees can choose to make salary reduction contributions to the plan, and the employer must make either matching or nonelective contributions.

If you have questions about retirement plans, the IRS has several well-written publications which can be found at the IRS web site www.irs.gov including Publication 590-A, Contributions to Individual Retirement Arrangements, Publication 590-B, Distributions from Individual Retirement Arrangements, and Publication 560, Retirement Plans for Small Businesses.

Last Summ Social of the Summ ! Brownies and Ice Cream and Comedian Jenny Locklin

Comedian Jenny Locklin is back with her hilarious, clean, comedy geared toward seniors who are ready for a good laugh! Enjoy a laugh and a brownie with some ice cream as we

Date: Thurs., Sept. 18

Cost:

Time: 2:00 p.m. Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

2025-2026 Season Ticket Sales

All the shows are booked for the next terrific season of entertainment in the performing arts series. Now is the time to plan on purchasing your 2025-2026 Season Tickets! In addition to the six shows (two each January, February & March), we have two great “preseason” shows (one November and one December). A brochure highlighting each act and outlining the season ticket price is available online and in the Recreation Office.

2025 Preseason

Nov. 10, 2025 – Evolution of Music – Rhythm Edition

Dec. 8, 2025 – In The Christmas Mood

2026 Season

Jan. 5, 2026 – Johnny Cash Tribute – Almost Folsom

Jan. 19, 2026 – Ben and Cassandra Magic Show

Feb. 2, 2026 – Beatles Tribute – Britain’s Finest

Feb. 16, 2026 – Bob Seger Tribute – Turn the Page Mar. 2, 2026 – John Denver Tribute – Take Me Home Mar. 16, 2026 – Eagles Tribute – Eagle Eyes

This season we will have an open seat, first come process for purchasing, both online and in the Rec Office. Residents can go to LWCA.com website or by calling or coming into the Rec. Office. Select your seat from “2026 Season Ticket 6pk”. During the checkout process you will be asked to acknowledge Yes or No to include the 2025 Preseason 2-show-package; the Recreation Office will contact you later to finalize your Preseason purchase.

On Salethrough Sept. 5

Individual show tickets starting: October 1st

Bingo cancelled through September!

Dear Residents,

Due to the closure of the Rec. 1 Ballroom for the Facilities flooring project, a reminder that Friday evening bingo games for the remainder of September have been cancelled. We will announce the return of bingo as soon as the room is completed and events can be reestablished.

Thank you, LW Administration

Community Happy Hour

Trivia Night

Community Happy Hour is a great way to meet your neighbors and hang out with friends. With a rotating schedule of Resident Volunteer DJ’s, it is different every month. BYOB is always encouraged. Mingle with friends, meet new people, and enjoy different varieties of music based on the Resident DJ that month. If you would like to get in the rotation of Resident DJ’s, please contact the Rec. Office!

Date: Fri., Sept. 5 & Oct. 3

Times: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Clubroom

Gather with your friends and neighbors to test your knowledge and expand your brain! Trivia will be hosted by our very own, Scott Immel! Three rounds of 15 questions will challenge you and others to see who will top the charts. Test your knowledge with a group of eight or on your own.

Date: Sept. 10 & 24

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Cost: $2 per person

Date: Sat., Sept. 27

Time: 4:30-8:30 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Cost: $6 advance or $8 at the door

COMMUNITY DANCE PARTIES

Join in the fun, socialize, and dance! Come listen to great music, friendly conversation, and have a groovin’ time! All dances include your mixology stations of soda, water, ice, and cups, all you need to bring is the

Fresh popped popcorn will also be provided for $1.

Ann ncement:

Due to the rising costs of bringing Leisure World’s favorite bands to our events, we will be adjusting dance ticket prices to $10 in advance and $12 at the door in October. This change will help us continue to provide the highquality entertainment our community enjoys. We appreciate the support and look forward to an amazing line up of bands for the upcoming year!

Midnight Confessions

Get ready to hit the dance floor at the ultimate throwback party! Join us for a night of fun and nostalgia as Leisure World's favorite band, Midnight Confessions, takes the stage with their high-energy performance of live hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Whether you're grooving to Motown, disco, or classic rock, this dance party promises nonstop music, good vibes, and memories to last a lifetime. Don't miss out—bring your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie!

Date: Thurs., Sept. 4

Time: 7:00 – 10:00 pm

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima

Cost: $8

Whiskey Rose

Whiskey Rose is back with their wide variety of Rock n’ Roll songs. They play everything from 1960’s-1990’s, specializing in Bob Seger, the Eagles, Rolling Stones, Bryan Adams, and much more! They are a great band that will get you on the dance floor to kick off our fall here at Leisure World!

Date: Thurs., October 9

Time: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Cost: $10 in advance | $12 at event

Date: Sat., Oct. 25

Time: 5:30 –

All Aboard to Broadway 2026 Season

Announcing Leisure World 2026 Broadway Across America at ASU Gammage. All shows include round-trip deluxe motorcoach transportation with show tickets in Orchestra Level seating. *Please notice the deadline for registering is a month before the show date, so please register accordingly.

Book of Mormon

It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical. This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language.

Date: Tues., Jan. 6

Price: $140 per person

Deadline: Mon., Dec. 8

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.

Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s

greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.

Date: Wed., Jan. 28

Price: $120 per person

Deadline: Mon., Jan.

Six

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! SIX won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including the Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.

Date: Tues., March 17

Price: $145 per person

Deadline: Mon., Feb. 16

September Sunday Movie Matinees

Free Sunday movies in the Theater 4 p.m. Refreshments provided.

Due to the popularity of the movies, there will be no seat-saving All seats will be on a first-come basis only. Schedule may change due to Netflix movie availability.

September 7 Happy Gilmore 2

Gilmore returns to the sport of golf after his retirement after winning his first Tour Championship, to finance his daughter’s ballet classes.

September 14

Friday Night Lights

A small, turbulent town in Texas obsesses over their high school football team to an unhealthy degree. When the star tailback, Boobie Miles (Derek Luke), is seriously injured during the first game of the season, all hope is lost, and the town’s dormant social problems begin to flare up. It is left to the inspiring abilities of new coach Gary Gaines (Billy Bob Thornton) to instill in the other team members -- and, by proxy, the town itself -- a sense of self-respect and honor.

September 21 Miracles from Heaven

Anna Beam (Kylie Rogers) lives with a rare, incurable disorder that leaves her unable to digest food. Despite the dire diagnosis, devoted mom Christy (Jennifer Garner) relentlessly searches for a way to save her beloved daughter. Everything changes in an instant when Anna tells an amazing story of a visit to heaven after surviving a headlong tumble into a tree. Her family and doctors become even more baffled when the young girl begins to show signs of recovering from her fatal condition.

September 28 Penguin Lessons

During the 1976 coup in Argentina, an English teacher rescues a penguin and brings it to his school. His life begins to change when the bird’s presence starts to have a positive effect on the school.

Classics of the Silver Screen Movie Night:

Defiant Ones” (1958)

In 1950s America, members of a chain gang are being transported through the South when their truck crashes. Two of the convicts, John Joker Jackson (Tony Curtis) and Noah Cullen (Sidney Poitier), who are chained together, find an opportunity to escape. Jackson is white, Cullen is black and, at first, the men appear to be opposites in every way. But as they flee across the country, the two form a deep bond. A female landowner leads Jackson to make a difficult decision about his own freedom.

Date: Tues., September 16

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Theater

2025-2026 Hale Theatre Season

Anastasia

Be transported from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the excitement of 1920s Paris, as a brave young woman sets out to discover her mysterious past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a con man & lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love & family.

Date: Thurs., Sept. 18

Price: $50

Deadline: Thurs., Sept. 4

Singin’ In The Rain

MGM’s mega-hit, Singin’ in the Rain is widely considered the finest movie musical ever! And it is! You’ll laugh and sing along with all the hits such as “Singin’ in the Rain”, “Make ‘em Laugh”, and “Moses Supposes”. Incredible singing, tapdancing, and powerhouse performances will entertain you like never before. Will it really rain on our stage? Come see!

Date: Thurs., Oct. 23

Price: $50

Deadline: Thurs., Oct. 9

A Christmas Carol

A Hale Holiday Classic! Our spectacular, heart-warming version of Dickens’ classic tale of redemption is magically brought to life on the Hale Stage. This production is rich with traditional carols, stunning costumes, and memorable characters that are guaranteed to enrich the holiday season for you and your family. Now celebrating its 23rd year in Gilbert!

*Matinee Performance: 5:00 pm

Date: Thurs., Dec. 4

Price: $50*

Deadline: Thurs., Nov. 20

Beau Jest

Simply one of the funniest comedies ever written! Lovely Jewish parents have asked their charming Jewish daughter to bring home the beau she has been dating for months. But wait —he’s not Jewish! So she hires an actor to play her kosher Jewish boyfriend in order to please her folks. Problem solved? Absolutely not! A brilliant, witty, and hilarious comedy!

Date: Thurs., Jan. 8

Price: $50

Deadline: Mon., Dec. 22

Comedies to downtown

you’ll be sure to have a great night, in the round, filled

please get your tickets accordingly.

Always… Patsy Cline

and family on a local, economical excursion once

friends as we follow along as a group to Hale Theatre!

Based on a true story about Patsy Cline’s friendship with a fan who befriended the star in a 1961 Texas honky-tonk. Complete with down home country humor, true emotion, and even some audience participation, this show includes many of Patsy’s unforgettable hits such as “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Sweet Dreams” & “Walking After Midnight.” 27 songs in all!

Date: Tues., Feb. 17

Price: $50

Deadline: Tues., Feb. 3

Guys and Dolls

Set against the fast-moving high lights and low lives of New York City in the 1940’s, this bigger-than-life Broadway musical returns triumphantly to our stage! With classic songs like “Luck Be a Lady,” “Take Back Your Mink,” “A Bushel and a Peck,” and “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat,” this memorable musical is a winner with every roll of the dice!

Date: Thurs., Mar. 19

Price: $50

Deadline: Thurs., Mar. 5

She Loves Me

This sweet, romantic musical, set in a charming 1930s Budapest parfumerie, tells the story of two feuding colleagues who are unaware they’re secret pen pals. A classic show, with delightful songs and heartwarming moments, She Loves Me is a perfect blend of humor and love, and the inspiration for the film “You’ve Got Mail”, which featured Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan.

Date: Thurs., April 16

Price: $50

Deadline: Wed., March 26

Wizard of Oz

Join Dorothy, Toto, and their friends Scarecrow, Tinman, and Cowardly Lion as they journey down the Yellow Brick Road to the magical Land of Oz! This cherished musical brings the classic story to life with all the iconic music you know and love from the legendary MGM film. A family-fun must-see at Hale Theatre!

Date: Thurs., May 21

Performing Arts Series Show Announcement: 2025-2026

Nov. 10, 2025 – Evolution of Music – Rhythm Edition

The Evolution of Music Show is a comedy Broadway-esque show that takes you on a journey from the 50’s to music of today, with multiple costume changes, and comedy skits. We will be performing many artists and their music backed by a full band. Andrew’s sister, Elvis, Beach Boys, Aretha Franklin, Neal Diamond, Sony & Cher, Village people, Johnny Cash, Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars and more.

Dec. 8, 2025 – In The Christmas Mood

Get into the spirit of the season with In the Christmas Mood: A Holiday Music Spectacular. The evening is filled with singing, dancing, live music, and holiday magic as the show pays homage to the classic Andy Williams and Bing Crosby Christmas specials. In the Christmas Mood features timeless treasures such as “Sleigh Ride,” “Here Comes Santa Claus,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and many more.

Four principals (2 male, 2 female) and a six-piece band create the magic in this fast-paced, fun-filled, and family-friendly show. Two hours will fly by, and audiences will leave full of holiday spirit.

Jan. 5, 2026 – Johnny Cash Tribute – Almost Folsom

The music of the man in black is back! Spend a night with Almost Folsom as he provides the greatness of Johnny Cash and the amazing legacy of music he left behind for us all to enjoy. Relive the amazing songs of Johnny Cash in this electrifying tribute to the Man in Black. Hear all of Johnny’s biggest hits, like Folsom Prison Blues, Ring of Fire, Boy Named Sue, Walk the Line, and many more accompanied by a live band.

Jan. 19, 2026 – Ben and Cassandra Magic Show

Come witness the impossible with master magicians Cassandra and Ben Nemzer! New York Times considers them “The Most Magical Couple!” As seen on Netflix, Apple +, Fox Sports, & Comedy Central and the most recent season of Let’s Make a Deal on CBS; These two magicians present a nonstopjourney of wonder, excitement and laughter. Through jaw-dropping magic, audience participation, and even CRAZY card tricks; This duo creates one once in a lifetime moment after another! Cassandra is a classically trained singer and combines her magic with opera in a way that has never been seen before. Ben’s Comedy magic and sleight of hand is some of the best in the world! Together, they present a show you can’t take your eyes off of.

Feb. 2, 2026 – Beatles Tribute – Britain’s Finest

Relive Beatlemania! Witness the youngest Nationally and Internationally touring Tribute to The Beatles embody the energy and spirit of Britain’s Finest band! The lads as you’ve

Feb. 16, 2026 – Bob Seger Tribute – Turn the Page

never seen them before! Britain’s Finest is a band of Beatles tribute all-stars who bring the look, the sound, the cheeky humor and the outright vivacity of the Beatles back to life. With over a decade of sold out shows across the globe, Britain’s Finest has crafted a trip through Rock and Roll history from the cobblestone roads of Liverpool to The Beatles’ place as one of the greatest bands of all time.

TURN THE PAGE is an incredible re-creation of the Live Bob Seger Experience performed by The Sam Morrison Band. Every effort has been made to make sure that each song is performed exactly as you remember it and that it is delivered with all the passion and excitement you would expect in a Bob Seger show.

Mar. 2, 2026 – Eagles Tribute – Eagle Eyes

Eagle Eyes is critically acclaimed and considered to be one of the best Eagles tribute bands. With an enthusiastic fanbase and tour area stretching from Alaska, BC, Alberta, Washington, Idaho, and Oregon to California. Eagle Eyes has been selling out performances at festivals, theateres, corporate events, and many other venues for the past 7 years!

Mar. 16, 2026 – John Denver Tribute – Take Me Home

“Jim Curry was over there sounding like John Denver… I closed my eyes and went back to the times when I worked with John.” Pete Huttlinger, guitar player for John Denver. Come join in the fun and take in the joy and hope of a full inspired evening of the music of America’s most beloved singer songwriter. National touring performer Jim Curry will have you clapping your hands and singing along to hit after hit.

From the very first song you will know why Jim was cast to be the voice of John Denver in the CBS movie “Take me home: the John Denver Story”. Curry was chosen as a key performer in the induction of John Denver into the Colorado Music Hall of fame show and hosting the official John Denver Estate show that toured the United States and Australia, because of his pure clear voice that really delivers the music of John Denver.

Curry has delighted audiences for over 23 years. Come and experience it yourself with family and friends

2025-26 Season Ticket Sales

All the shows are booked for the next terrific season of entertainment in the performing arts series. Now is the time to plan on purchasing your 2025-2026 Season Tickets! In addition to the six shows (two each January, February & March), we have two great “pre-season” shows (one November and one December). A brochure highlighting each act and outlining the season ticket price is available online and in the Recreation Office.

This season we will have an open seat, first come process for purchasing, both online and in the Rec Office. Residents can go to LWCA.com website or by calling or coming into the Rec. Office. Select your seat from “2026 Season Ticket 6pk”. During the checkout process you will be asked to acknowledge Yes or No to include the 2025 Preseason 2-show-package; the Recreation Office will contact you later to finalize your Preseason purchase. Processing this way will guarantee you will receive the identical

seat for all 8 shows.

Season Tickets On Sale Now through September 5th!

Individual show tickets starting: October 1st

Trips and Tours

If you like one-day excursions or are looking to find your next big travel destination, look below to see what might fit your interests.

Tickets will now be sold directly through Kindred Tours. For more information, and a complete listing of all that Kindred Tours has to offer, call the office to receive a free subscription to the monthly newsletter. You can reach Kindred Tours at 480-497-2478 or visit the website at www.kindredtours.com to book tours.

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Featured Trip

Leisure World’s 5th Annual Cruise

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10-Night Ultimate Southern Caribbean on the Celebrity Ascent | Sailing Jan. 2-Jan. 12, 2026

Your Leisure World Cruise is back!!! Join your Leisure World neighbors and friends for fun and high seas luxury on Celebrity Cruise’s new Celebrity Ascent. Experience the beautiful ports of the Southern Caribbean as we travel to Tortola, St. Johns, Barbados, St. Lucia, and St. Kitts & Nevis. Discover culture around every corner: Museums – Caribbean Shopping – Snorkeling – Crystal Blue Beaches –History – Delicious Caribbean Cuisine, with pleasant weather year-round. Departure will be from Fort Lauderdale and there will be 4 relaxing days at sea on this voyage. Price includes a Mid-Ship (Infinite Veranda) Stateroom with a balcony, round-trip flights from Sky Harbor to Fort Lauderdale, 1 pre-night hotel stay in Fort Lauderdale, classic beverage package, and basic wi-fi package, all port charges, government fees and taxes, pre-paid gratuities, cruise travel insurance, all meals and entertainment

aboard ship, and round-trip motorcoach transportation from Leisure World and back, and all round trip transports from airport to hotel to ship in Fort Lauderdale.

Act fast! Limited staterooms available. Register now in the Rec. Office or call 480-832-0000 ext. 209.

Room upgrades, Single, 3rd and 4th occupancy available upon request. Prices can be subject to change depending on fuel charges for flights and motorcoach rates.

Date: Jan. 2-Jan. 12, 2026

Cost: $4,530.00 per person (double occupancy)

Deposit: $450 per person, due at time of booking

Deadline for Full Payment: Mon., Aug. 5, 2025

Discover all that the Valley has to offer! Join your friends, neighbors, and family on a local, economical excursion a few times each month! Drive yourself or carpool with friends as we follow along as a group to various locations around the Valley. FOLLOW-ALONG TRIPS:

Anastasia

Be transported from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the excitement of 1920s Paris, as a brave young woman sets out to discover her mysterious past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a con man & lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love & family.

Date: Thurs., Sept. 18

Price: $50

Deadline: Thurs., Sept. 4

SEPTEMBER

Exploring the San Rafael River Valley

September 2nd, Tuesday $115

Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains, the high-desert town of Patagonia, Arizona welcomes visitors with its artsy charm, mild climate, and small-town warmth. We’ll begin our day here with lunch on self at the Wild Horse Restaurant, a local favorite known for its comforting fare and laid-back western atmosphere. Just beyond Patagonia lies one of Arizona’s most breathtaking and untouched landscapes—San Rafael Valley. Surrounded by the Huachuca, Patagonia, and Canelo Hills, this rare ecosystem and protected state natural area stretches out in golden grasslands beneath wide, open skies. Rich in history, the valley has been home to Indigenous peoples, Spanish

Carole King & James Taylor Tribute Concert

Relax and unwind with a heartfelt tribute to Carole King and James Taylor, featuring timeless hits like Fire and Rain, Caroline in My Mind, You Got a Friend, and Natural Woman. Experience the warmth and unforgettable melodies that have stood the test of time in this feel-good tribute concert.

Date: Wed., Oct. 15

Price: $60

Deadline: Wed., Oct. 1

MOTORCOACH

explorers, and generations of ranching families. Its timeless beauty has drawn Hollywood filmmakers for decades— Oklahoma! and McLintock! were filmed here, capturing the iconic scenery that still defines the region today. Unlike more traveled routes, the valley offers a serene escape, with quiet roads, panoramic overlooks, and a sense of Arizona as it once was—wild, expansive, and peaceful. Escape the ordinary and discover a quieter side of Arizona—open skies, golden grass, and endless horizons. Join us!

The Grand Canyon Desert View September 8th, Monday $120 Often referred to as the East Rim or the Other South Rim by Arizonans, the Grand Canyon Desert View area offers some of the most breathtaking and expansive scenery along the South Rim. Less crowded and more remote than the main visitor

Singin’ In The Rain MGM’s mega-hit, Singin’ in the Rain is widely considered the finest movie musical ever! And it is! You’ll laugh and sing along with all the hits such as “Singin’ in the Rain”, “Make ‘em Laugh”, and “Moses Supposes”. Incredible singing, tap-dancing, and powerhouse performances will entertain you like never before. Will it really rain on our stage? Come see!

Date: Thurs., Oct. 23

Price: $50

Deadline: Thurs., Oct. 9

areas, Desert View is anchored by the iconic Desert View Watchtower, built in 1932 and designed by renowned architect Mary Colter. Perched on a promontory, Desert View is the highest point on the South Rim, offering sweeping views of the Colorado River, Navajo lands, and, of course, the awe-inspiring sights of the Grand Canyon. We’ll stop for lunch on self at the historic Cameron Trading Post before arriving at Desert View. Nestled along the Colorado River, just 30 minutes south of the Grand Canyon, this well-loved trading post has been catering to Arizona travelers since the early 1900s—serving great food at moderate prices.

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Sunset Crater Volcano & Wupatki National Monuments September 11th, Thursday…………..$139

Join us for a scenic and fascinating day exploring two of Northern Arizona’s most

strikingly past.

remarkable landscapes! We’ll begin our journey at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, where a powerful eruption nearly 1,000 years ago reshaped the land and left behind dramatic lava flows and cinder fields. These rugged features still look strikingly fresh and are now surrounded by pine forests, wildflowers, and signs of wildlife. Enjoy an easy onemile walk or relax at our picnic site, where we’ll serve light refreshments in a beautiful setting. Next, we’ll travel the scenic loop to Wupatki National Monument, home to a 100-room ancestral pueblo built around AD 1100. This impressive site once served as a cultural hub for the region—its expansive views and ancient structures offering a fascinating glimpse into the past. Along the way, we’ll stop in historic downtown Flagstaff for lunch on self, with plenty of great local spots to choose from. September is a wonderful time to

visit these high-desert landmarks—fewer crowds, crisp air, and stunning views.

28th Annual Empty Bowls in Prescott

September 14th, Sunday $129

For 28 years, Empty Bowls—a grassroots movement to feed the hungry—has raised thousands of dollars for local food banks, including Prescott Community Cupboard, Chino Valley Food Bank, Prescott Valley Food Bank, Yavapai Food Bank, and Open Door. All very worthy charitable organizations! Each year, the historic Courthouse Plaza in downtown Prescott is lined with long tables spread with beautiful ceramic and wooden bowls crafted by Arizona artists. Attendees pay a $25 donation (included in your tour price) to select a bowl to take home—and before they do, they’ll fill it twice with gourmet soups prepared by local chefs. Prescott merchants donate rolls and bottled water, and the chefs really step up—preparing as many as 14 different gourmet soups. Think tortilla chicken, potato cream cheese, New England clam chowder, tomato mushroom bisque… we could go on and on! Every part of this event is powered by community generosity—from potters and woodturners to restaurants, merchants, and volunteers. Prescott Girl Scouts even pitch in to wash the bowls before the soup is served! After lunch, we’ll take the scenic route home through Skull Valley, Peeples Valley, and Yarnell—a quiet and beautiful drive through wide-open ranchland, forested hills, and charming mountain towns. This is going to be a really fun and worthwhile event, and a great opportunity to escape the heat of the Valley!

Valley to the west and the Dos Cabezas Mountains rising over the vineyard to the north. We’ll taste a flight of five wines at Birds and Barrels, where the focus is not only on producing great wine but also on offering its guests an Arizona wine experience — and it’s all included. Later, we’ll check into our hotel rooms at the Holiday Inn Express, and after a refresh, we’ll enjoy a Welcome Dinner, complete with a glass of beer or wine, at the Double S Steakhouse, a great favorite with the locals — included.

Day Two : We’ll enjoy breakfast, included at the hotel, then we’re off to explore Chiricahua National Monument. Early afternoon, we’ll make our way to Tirrito Farm, a welcoming destination farm in the heart of Arizona’s wine country, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self. Tirrito Farm offers visitors a fabulous and affordable lunch menu that includes a lineup of craft beers, artisan cheeses, and local wines. After lunch, we’ll jump on the Old West Highway and hightail it for home. It’s gonna be fun!

offering a fantastic connection to nature and a dramatic ending to a Kindred Tours Classic!

Frozen at Phoenix Theatre

September 27th, Saturday $139

Disney’s Frozen is the Broadway musical sensation that takes the beloved animated film and expands its heart, depth, and magic for the stage. Follow the epic story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they navigate icy powers, dangerous secrets, and the healing strength of love. Disney’s Frozen marks the grand opening of the brand-new Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre with jaw-dropping effects made possible through incredible state-of-the-art technology. Whether you’ve seen the movie or are falling in love for the first time, this stage version is packed with new surprises, dazzling visuals, and the kind of theatrical magic that only happens live in a magnificent theatre like this. We’ll also enjoy lunch, on self, at the Miracle Mile Deli, prior to arriving at the theatre.

for wildlife. We’ll enjoy lunch on self at the Kaibab Lodge, offering ringside seating to all this breathtaking scenery. Late in the afternoon, we’ll return to our hotel, enjoy our own Happy Hour, and then dinner on self.

Day Three: Breakfast is included at the hotel, then it’s bags out as we head for home, with a stop for lunch on self in historic downtown Flagstaff and plenty of great sightseeing along the way. Don’t miss this bucket list tour!

OCTOBER

The Chiricahuas—A Wonderland of Rocks!

September 16th-17th, 2025 $399 Per Person (Double Occupancy) +$69 (Single Supplement)

In the far southeastern corner of Arizona are the impressive Chiricahua Mountains, one of several “sky island” mountain ranges rising sharply from the surrounding desert grasslands. The Chiricahua Mountains are an inactive volcanic range roughly twenty miles wide and forty miles long. They form part of the Mexican Highland section of the Basin and Range Biogeographical Province and rise dramatically from the valley floor to over nine thousand feet, cresting in a series of rugged, volcanic looking peaks. At the northern end of the range is an extraordinary area of striking geological features and remarkable biodiversity. Tucked deep into its steep, forested valleys and craggy peaks are the remains of a massive volcanic eruption that occurred some 27 million years ago — the pinnacles, columns, spires, and balanced rocks of Chiricahua National Monument. The Apache people called this place “The Land of Standing Up Rocks,” a fitting name for its canyons of towering stone formations. Early pioneers in the late 1800s, including the Ericksons and the Riggs, recognized the unique beauty and singularity of the area and were instrumental in persuading Congress to protect this “Wonderland of Rocks,” leading to its designation as Chiricahua National Monument in 1924. In 2023, Congress authorized its redesignation as Chiricahua National Park, poised to become Arizona’s newest national park and cementing its place as one of the state’s premier natural treasures.

Day One: We’ll head south for Tucson, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self in the historic Congress Street District, home to many fantastic restaurants. Back in the Transits, we’ll travel to Birds and Barrels Vineyard, where the onsite tasting room is located on the Willcox Bench, offering remarkable views of the Sulphur Springs

An Afternoon in Jerome September 19th, Friday $115

Once known as the Wickedest Town in the West, Jerome sits near the top of Cleopatra Hill between Prescott and Flagstaff. Founded in 1877, Jerome grew from a tent settlement to a bustling mining community—the fourth largest city in Arizona, with a population that peaked around 15,000 in the 1920s. Jerome’s economy—completely dependent upon the mining industry—collapsed during the Great Depression, roared back as World War II increased demands for copper, only to decline dramatically at the end of the war. With the closing of the mine in 1953, the remaining 50–100 residents promoted Jerome as a historic ghost town, eventually leading to the federal government designating Jerome as a National Historic District. Once home to miners, gamblers, bootleggers and prostitutes, Jerome is now a haven for artists, healers, and wine-lovers and is the largest ghost town in America. We’ll explore Jerome’s historic streets— lined with shops, galleries, wine-tasting rooms and plenty of great little bistros, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self. This is always a fantastic September tour!

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park

September 30th, Tuesday $139

We’re headed for the cool pines of Arizona’s Rim Country, with a stop in Payson, where we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch, included, at Fargo’s Steakhouse. After lunch, we’ll continue on to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, home to what is believed to be the largest natural travertine bridge in the world. This breathtaking geological wonder stretches across a 400-foot-long tunnel, spans 150 feet at its widest point, and rises 183 feet high—an unforgettable sight set amid lush forested surroundings. The bridge was first documented in 1877 by David Gowan, a Scottish prospector who reportedly discovered it while hiding from Apache tribesmen. So taken by the beauty of the area, he encouraged his family to settle nearby. Their historic lodge, still standing today, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The North Rim of the Grand Canyon

Sept. 30th – Oct. 2nd, 2025

$599 Per Person (Double Occupancy) +$169 (Single Supplement)

The Lakes of Prescott

September 25th, Thursday $115

There are four beautiful lakes in Prescott: Goldwater, Watson, Willow, and Lynx. We’re going to visit them all, starting with a stop on Prescott’s famous Whiskey Row for lunch on self. Once home to 40 saloons fueled by gold rush culture, Whiskey Row drew cowboys, gamblers, prospectors, bawdy girls, and outlaws. Today, it’s home to not just saloons, but also galleries, charming shops, antique stores, and several wonderful restaurants. After lunch, we’ll head to Goldwater Lake, the jewel of the Prescott National Forest. From there, we’ll travel northeast on a scenic driving tour of Watson and Willow Lakes. Known as the twin lakes, Watson and Willow sit in the Granite Dells of Prescott— an area so scenic it has been featured in numerous western films and was once home to the very popular Garden of the Gods Resort. The Granite Dells, an otherworldly stretch of gigantic boulders, runs along Granite Creek, with Watson and Willow Lakes nestled right in the middle—creating some of the most remarkable vistas in Arizona. We’ll finish our day at Lynx Lake, located in the cool pines of the Bradshaw Mountains. Completely different from the twin lakes, Lynx Lake is heavily wooded and surrounded by tall ponderosa pines, scrub oak, and manzanita. This peaceful, highcountry setting is especially beautiful in September, with cooler temperatures, early hints of fall color, and abundant wildlife—

Day One: We’ll leave the Valley with a stop for coffee and goodies on our way to Cameron Trading Post for lunch on self. Nestled along the Colorado River and just 30 minutes south of the Grand Canyon, this historic trading post has been catering to Arizona tourists for over 100 years, serving great food at moderate prices. After lunch, it’s back in the Transits as we head to Kanab, Utah—an incredibly scenic drive through Navajo land, with views of Marble Canyon, Lake Powell, Glen Canyon Dam, and more. After checking into our hotel, we’ll take a little time to refresh, gather for our own Happy Hour, and then head out for dinner on self.

Day Two: Breakfast is included at the hotel, then it’s back in the Transits as we head for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon! More remote and less developed, the North Rim attracts far fewer tourists than the South Rim. At an elevation ranging from 8,000 to 9,000 feet above sea level, the North Rim forms the edge of the Kaibab Plateau— offering some of the most spectacular views in the world. In early October, autumn colors should be at their peak, the weather—fingers crossed—still pleasant, and the crowds greatly diminished. Our journey to the North Rim is a dramatic one, taking us past golden stands of quaking aspen and into forests of ancient spruce, fir, and pine trees. We’ll explore the North Rim as a driving tour along paved roads, stopping at key viewpoints with an eye out

Kitt Peak Observatory

October 7th — 8th, 2025 $499 Per Person (Double Occupancy) $568 (Per Person, Single Occupancy)

Day One: Early October is the perfect time to head to Tucson—one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the American Southwest. We’ll begin our day with a visit to Mission San Xavier del Bac. Known as “The White Dove of the Desert,” this stunning National Historic Landmark was founded by Father Eusebio Kino in 1692, and the current church structure dates to the late 1700s—making it the oldest intact European building in Arizona. The richly decorated interior features remarkable statuary and murals that offer a glimpse into 18th-century Spanish Colonial life. From there, we’re off to Casino Del Sol, a luxurious AAA Four-Diamond resort and TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence winner. After checking in and taking some time to refresh, you’ll enjoy lunch on self, with multiple on-site dining options, including the Festa International Buffet— offering everything from Asian stir-fry to Italian favorites, a carving station, fresh salads, and decadent desserts. Later that afternoon, we’ll visit Kitt Peak National Observatory, home to 23 optical and two radio telescopes—making it the largest and most diverse collection of astronomical instruments in the Northern Hemisphere. Located high on the Tohono O’odham Nation in the Quinlan Mountains, the observatory sits at nearly 7,000 feet and offers pristine dark skies ideal for stargazing. As part of the Nightly Observing Program, we’ll begin at the Visitor Center to explore engaging exhibits and enjoy a light meal (choice of turkey, vegetarian, or gluten-free sandwich) before joining a docent-led introduction to astronomy and the night sky. We’ll then step outdoors for a guided session on identifying stars and constellations with high-powered binoculars. Because temperatures drop quickly at this elevation, it’s important to wear warm clothes, pants (not shorts), closed-toe walking shoes, and a jacket. The evening continues inside one of the telescope domes, where we’ll view deepsky objects through a powerful researchgrade telescope—an unforgettable evening of exploration under the stars.

Day Two : Breakfast is on self at the hotel, with several food outlets available for a relaxed and easy start to the morning. Then we’re off to the Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, located on the beautiful University of Arizona campus. Established in 1975, Flandrau has long been a place where science meets curiosity—offering thoughtfully designed exhibits and immersive experiences that explore everything from astronomy and space exploration to geology, energy, and optics. Two floors of science exhibits invite you to explore our vast and fascinating universe—both here on Earth and beyond our solar system—while showcasing real University of Arizona research. We’ll enjoy a private showing in the Eos Foundation Planetarium Theatre, a recently renovated space featuring a 4K fulldome projection system, surround sound, and premium

Trips and Tours continued from B11 stadium-style seating. After our time at the planetarium, we’ll head to Gentle Ben’s Brewing Company for lunch on self. A longtime Tucson favorite since 1971, Gentle Ben’s offers both indoor and patio seating— making it an ideal spot to relax and enjoy a great meal before we begin our journey home.

Graveyard, or simply soak up the festive atmosphere. Lunch is on self, and you’ll have plenty of options — from hearty western BBQ and saloon fare to casual cafés and ice cream shops. After a full day of fun, we’ll board the Transits and make our way back to the Valley with plenty of great memories from this quintessential Arizona celebration.

The 64th Annual Phoenix Greek Festival

October 11th, Saturday $59

We’re off to celebrate the 64th Annual Phoenix Greek Festival, the longestrunning ethnic festival in the Valley — featuring fantastic food, music, art, and activities — at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Community Center. Food is at the heart of this festival! Lunch is on self — look for gyros, calamari, pastitsio (Greek lasagna), spanakopita (spinach pie), and lamb roasted on a spit. Save room for freshbaked Greek pastries lovingly prepared by Greek yiayias (grandmas) — baklava, melomakarona dipped in honey, Greek doughnuts, and more. Top it all off with a little ouzo or Metaxa brandy, a Greek beer, or a glass of Greek wine. Award-winning dancers will be performing throughout the day and offering lessons — everyone is welcome to join in! This fabulous festival is run entirely by volunteers, with proceeds benefitting the ministries of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral — tons of fun, all for a great cause!

Lunch at the Asylum

October 13th, Monday $145

We’re on our way to Jerome, Arizona, and the historic Jerome Grand Hotel. Originally constructed in 1926 as the United Verde Hospital, it was once the most modern and well-equipped medical facility in the western states. The hospital closed in 1950 as mining in the area declined, leaving the building vacant for 44 years before its renovation into the hotel we know today. Soon after reopening, reports of paranormal activity began to emerge. Guests and staff have described hearing wheezing, coughing, and labored breathing in empty rooms, along with voices whispering from vacant spaces. Others have reported mysterious scents— flowers, dust, cigar smoke, and whiskey— as well as unexplained light anomalies and televisions turning on by themselves. Some visitors have even claimed to see apparitions of nurses and doctors in period uniforms. During October, the hotel is adorned with festive holiday décor that adds an extra layer of spooky charm — the perfect backdrop for our visit. We’ll enjoy a delicious, included lunch at the awardwinning Asylum Restaurant, offering everything from gourmet salads to hearty sandwiches, burgers, homemade soups, and more. After lunch, we’ll have time to explore the hotel, then head into Jerome’s charming historic downtown — home to wonderful galleries, unique shops, wine tasting rooms, and more. This popular holiday trek always fills quickly — call in your reservations today!

Helldorado Days in Tombstone

October 18th, Saturday $115

We’re off to Tombstone, Arizona — The Town Too Tough to Die — for Helldorado Days, the oldest and most popular annual festival in town. Founded in 1929 to celebrate Tombstone’s wild past, this lively event features continuous entertainment on historic Allen Street, including gunfight reenactments, vintage parade floats, western dancing, and live music. Enjoy the colorful costumes of cowboys, lawmen, outlaws, and can-can girls as you explore the town’s unique shops, saloons, museums, and historic sites. Visit the O.K. Corral, Bird Cage Theatre, or Boothill

Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway featuring Mesa Verde & Chaco

Culture National Parks

October 20th-23rd, 2025

$949 Per Person (Based Upon Double Occupancy) $231 (Single Supplement)

The Trail of the Ancients is a modern-day drive that connects the migration routes of America’s first peoples—the Ancestral Puebloans—who occupied a vast region of the American Southwest for over 2,000 years. The only National Scenic Byway that was designated primarily for its archaeological sites, the trail passes through some of the southwest’s most protected places. With no particular right or wrong way to explore this multi-state trail—which the Federal Highway Administration says is 480 miles in total—we’ve planned a route that takes us through the trail’s most iconic sites, including Mesa Verde and Chaco Culture National Parks.

Day One: We’ll leave the Valley headed for Farmington, New Mexico, enjoying plenty of pitstops along the way, including a stop for lunch, on self, at the Painted Desert Diner at Petrified Forest National Park. Late afternoon, we’ll check into the Holiday Inn Express, and after a refresh, we’ll head out to enjoy a festive Welcome Dinner, included. Day Two: Breakfast is included at the hotel. Back in the Transits we’re headed for Chaco Culture National Park. Chaco Canyon is home to the densest and most exceptional concentration of pueblos in the American Southwest. The park preserves one of the most important pre-Columbian cultural and historical areas in the United States. Between 850 to 1250 CE (Common Era), Chaco Canyon was a major center of culture for the Ancient Pueblo Peoples. Chacoans quarried sandstone blocks and hauled timber from great distances, assembling fifteen major complexes that remained the largest buildings in North America until the 19th century. Many Chacoan buildings may have been aligned to capture the solar and lunar cycles, requiring generations of astronomical observations and centuries of skillfully coordinated construction. Climate change is thought to have led to the emigration of Chacoans and the eventual abandonment of the canyon, beginning with a fifty-year drought commencing in 1130. Chaco Canyon is a World Heritage Site and considered sacred ancestral homelands by the Hopi and Pueblo people, who maintain oral accounts of their historical migration from Chaco and their spiritual relationship to the land. We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch, included, while exploring Chaco Canyon. Late afternoon we’ll head back to our hotel, and after a refresh we’ll gather for our own Happy Hour, included, before heading out to enjoy dinner on self. Day Three: Breakfast is included at the hotel. Back in the Transits we’re headed for Mesa Verde National Park. For over 700 years, the Ancestral Pueblo people built thriving communities on the mesas and in the cliffs of Mesa Verde. Today, the park protects the rich cultural heritage of 27 Pueblos and Tribes and offers visitors a spectacular window into the past. This World Heritage Site and International Dark Sky Park is home to over a thousand species, including several that live nowhere else on earth. Early afternoon we’ll travel to historic Durango, Colorado, where we’ll enjoy lunch, on self, with several wonderful restaurants to choose from. Later we’ll visit Aztec Ruins National Monument, a Chaco Canyon out-

lier, home to some of the best-preserved Chacoan structures of its kind. We’ll learn about the ancestral Pueblo people in the park’s museum and explore the Aztec West great house to see exceptionally advanced architecture, original wooden beams, and a restored Great Kiva. Aztec Ruins is a deeply sacred place to many Indigenous peoples across the American Southwest. Early evening we’ll return to our hotel, and after a refresh we’ll gather for our own Happy Hour, included, before heading out to enjoy dinner on self.

Day Four: Breakfast is included at the hotel, then it’s bags out and we’re headed for home. We’ll enjoy plenty of great sightseeing along the way, as well as a stop for lunch, on self, at the fabulous La Posada Hotel—the last of the great railroad hotels. The La Posada is home to the award winning Turquoise Room—said to be the best restaurant in the Four Corners region—offering an affordable lunch menu that features regional contemporary Southwestern Cuisine, with an occasional tribute to the great days of the Fred Harvey Company. We’re revving up our engines for this remarkable road trip and we’d love to have you join us!

Would you like to know more? We recommend The Mystery of Chaco Canyon, available free on Prime Video. Narrated by Robert Redford, this documentary examines the ancient ruins of Chaco Canyon, describing and demonstrating the intricate and precise astronomical alignments among the many buildings spread over a wide desert area. These alignments, along with other evidence, support the theory that Chaco Canyon was a major ceremonial center.

with Ron Brumley, Alcantara’s Winemaker & Vineyard Manager. This 90-minute, behind-the-scenes experience includes a walking tour of the vineyard, where Ron shares insights into organic farming and local growing conditions, followed by a cellar presentation highlighting the art and science of winemaking. We’ll enjoy a rare opportunity to “thieve” wine directly from the barrel, taste a vintage in progress, and have time for questions and answers. We’ll wrap up with a little free time to shop for bottles, gifts, or simply soak in the scenery before we make our way back to Phoenix — and it’s all included. Space is limited, so early reservations are recommended.

Spirits of the Southwest

featuring the Gadsden Hotel October 31— November 1, 2025

$459 Per Person (Double Occupancy)

Fall Leaves in Oak Creek Canyon

October 25th, Saturday $115

Rated one of the Top 5 Most Scenic Drives by Rand McNally, the Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road is at its most spectacular during the fall season! Our adventure begins in historic downtown Flagstaff, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self, with several wonderful restaurants to choose from. Back in the Transits, we’ll travel south on Arizona 89A — a 14-mile stretch of highcountry switchbacks — with stops along the way at dramatic overlooks. And if that’s not enough, the Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road turns onto the Red Rock Scenic Byway, Arizona’s first All-American Road. Often called “The Museum Without Walls,” the Red Rock Scenic Byway in Sedona is visited by travelers from around the world. It cannot be overstated how fortunate we are that these two breathtaking scenic byways are just a hop, skip, and a jump from the Valley — and ours to enjoy with every changing season! Do not miss this Kindred Tours fall classic!

An Afternoon at Alcantara Vineyards

October 27th, Monday $189

October is the perfect time to head north to the lush Verde Valley — cooler temps, crisp air, and vineyards heavy with ripening grapes. We’re on our way to Alcantara Vineyards, an 87-acre gem where the Verde River meets Oak Creek in the heart of Arizona wine country. Founded with a vision to bring the winemaking traditions of Italy to the high desert, Alcantara now boasts more than 20,000 vines representing 17 different varietals. Its unique location offers rich volcanic soils, plenty of sunshine, and cooling river breezes — perfect conditions for producing awardwinning wines. We’ll begin our afternoon with a shared charcuterie spread and a wine tasting of four of Alcantara’s most popular wines, hosted by their knowledgeable tasting room staff. After our tasting, we’ll enjoy a pre-ordered lunch served with a pickle spear and kettle chips, with choices including classic sandwiches or a fresh Greek salad. Following lunch, we’ll embark on the Winemaker’s Barrel Tasting Tour

$523 (Per Person, Single Occupancy) Day One: We’ll head south with a morning stop for coffee and goodies before arriving in Tombstone—The Town Too Tough to Die. Enjoy lunch on self at one of Tombstone’s historic eateries, then take some time to explore this legendary frontier town, home to the O.K. Corral, dusty saloons, and Wild West lore. From Tombstone, we continue to Douglas, Arizona, to check into the renowned Gadsden Hotel. Originally opened in 1907—and rebuilt in 1929 after a fire—the hotel is an architectural gem featuring an Italian marble staircase (which legend says Pancho Villa once rode his horse up) and a stunning 42-foot Tiffany-style stained glass mural depicting the desert landscape. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Gadsden has welcomed cattle barons, miners, and Western personalities. It is also famous for being haunted, with guests and staff reporting eerie activity on every floor, particularly the third, and strange phenomena in the basement. After settling into our beautifully renovated rooms and taking some time to refresh, we’ll head to Bisbee for a welcome dinner at Café Roka. This acclaimed bistro offers a warm, artful atmosphere and a seasonal menu featuring a selection of delicious entrées, your choice of wine, beer, or a non-alcoholic beverage, and a house-made dessert—a refined and memorable start to our Halloween adventure. Following dinner, we’ll embark on a private Old Bisbee Ghost Tour, a guided walk that delves into Bisbee’s haunted past. Once a bustling mining town, Bisbee is known for its rich history, tragic accidents, and ghostly legends that linger in its historic hotels, miners’ quarters, and narrow alleyways. The tour brings these stories to life in a chillingly immersive way. Afterwards, we’ll return to the Gadsden to settle in for the night—surrounded by the rich history and lingering legends of this iconic hotel.

Day Two: Breakfast is on self at the hotel, then we’ll head east to Slaughter Ranch, the former home of legendary lawman John Horton “Texas John” Slaughter. Slaughter purchased the San Bernardino Ranch in 1884, overseeing what became a sprawling cattle and ranching operation that straddled the U.S.–Mexico border. Elected sheriff of Cochise County in 1886, he helped bring law and order to the Arizona Territory and earned the respect of Western icons like Wyatt Earp and Wild Bill Hickok. At the ranch, we’ll explore the well-preserved grounds, including the adobe ranch house, ice house, granary, commissary, and more— offering an authentic glimpse into life in the Old West. After our visit to Slaughter Ranch, we’ll head to Tandem American Eatery in Tucson—a Kindred Tours fan favorite—for a delicious lunch, included. Then we’ll make our way home, rolling through the scenic grasslands of Southern Arizona with plenty of great views along the way. Join us for this Kindred Tours Classic—an unforgettable Halloween getaway steeped in history, mystery, and adventure!

LEISURE WORLD AQUATIC & ATHLETIC SPORTS CLUB

October Group Exercise Class Registrations Begins Tuesday, September 2nd at 7:00 a.m., online, in-person or by phone.

If you register for a class with Silver Sneakers®/ Flex®, Silver & Fit®, or Renew Active®, you are required to attend 100% of the classes for the month. A $2 fee will be charged to your account for each class missed.

Open 4:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Daily Staffed M-F 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. 480-832-0000 Ext. 212 www.lwca.com

Pool hygiene reminder to shower before entering the pools and Jacuzzis at Rec 1 & Rec 2

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

My name is Diane Ende, and I’ve been living in Leisure World for nearly three years. Before that, I called the western suburbs of Chicago home. I enjoy the twice-amonth trivia sessions, monthly classic movies, and the craft fairs are great fun too.

I discovered Leisure World’s Fitness Center through the Leisure World Newspaper. I noticed interesting classes and I could choose ones that t my physical abilities. I started with three weekly Strength and Balance classes since I have di culty with both my strength and balance. It was just what I needed. is past year, I added twice weekly Chair Yoga. e combination of the two has added a whole new dimension to my life! e instructors are wonderful and understanding of those who can’t quite do everything. I work at my own pace. Chair yoga has shown me a way to relax through controlled breathing.

I would recommend anyone considering taking an exercise class here in Leisure World to look through the newspaper and then stop in at the Fitness Center. e Fitness Center is one of the best I’ve seen, and it’s free to use. If you’re having a bad day and don’t feel like coming in to work out, come in any way! You’ll be glad you did!

Demystifying Crystal Bowls

On September 22, I will be holding an Autumn Equinox Experience and part of the experience will be a Crystal Bowl Meditation.  Either people are very familiar with it and love it or people push it o to be too “woo woo-ey” or esoteric.

One of my favorite things to do is make things accessible and understandable for everyone at every level, and Crystal Bowls are no exception.  ey o er a wide range of bene ts including stress reduction, improved sleep, pain relief, and enhanced focus. e soothing sounds and vibrations can induce a state of deep relaxation, promoting both physical and mental well-being. ese bowls can also be used to balance mood, clear mental clutter, and foster a sense of inner peace.

Here’s the scoop...our cells having “antennae-like structures” called cilium that receive and respond to vibrational energy elds, such as sound, light and radio frequencies. e existence of cilium is why the state of our physical bodies, in addition to our mental perspective, is impacted so positively by sound healing modalities. e sound vibrations are imparting a healing e ect at the cellular level of our physical being that is being received by these cilium structures. Everything that has an atomic structure has a vibration. e speed or rate at which it is vibrating is called its frequency. e most ideal frequency for an object to naturally vibrate is called its resonance. Every cell, organ, and bone in our body has its unique resonant vibrational frequency. When illness takes hold, at a fundamental level the vibrational resonance of that structure has been compromised or become “dissonant”. e goal of sound therapy is to bring all the systems in the body out of a state of dissonance, back to a state of resonance.

e natural origins of quartz crystal are fascinating. Two very mundane and well-known elements, silica and water, join naturally under heat and pressure to create the crystalline structure we call “quartz crystal”.  e crystalline elements of quartz crystal are also present within our bodies. In this way the resonant vibration of crystal singing bowls has a powerful and impactful e ect on the resonant frequency of our physical bodies. Generating resonant tones from quartz crystal singing bowls enables the crystalline structure within our bodies to resonate at the same frequency, thus re-establishing balance and harmony at a vibrational and cellular level.

As we learn through examination of a rainbow, the various spectrums of light result in the display of color. Color is visible because of the type of energy called a photon.  Photons are a type of energy, just as sound vibration is a type of energy. Sound and light travel, or vibrate, at di erent speeds, or frequencies, which makes it so we perceive them di erently with our senses. Typically, color is seen, and sound is heard. Sound is usually described and measured in terms of Hertz, whereas light is measured as a wave, or particle. Regardless, the two dance together quite beautifully. is union between light and sound is how we are able to determine sound waves that resonate with the various colors that align with the areas of nerve bundles (also known as chakras) of our body. is is also why people are apt to “see” colors when hearing the sound frequencies of crystal sound bowls. Each nerve bundle (chakra) has its area of resonance within the body, a color spectrum, and a sound vibration that brings it into resonance:

• Root Chakra: Red, C Note

• Navel Chakra: Orange, D Note

• Solar Plexus Chakra: Yellow, E Note

• Heart Chakra: Green, F Note

• roat Chakra: Blue, G Note

• ird Eye Chakra: Indigo, A Note

• Crown Chakra: Purple, B Note

When we are exposed to the crystalline therapeutic sounds of these keys they bring the energy centers of the body back into balance in a multidimensional manner, helping us to restore health and balance in a holistic way.

Diane Ende

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September Group Exercise Schedule*

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday

TRANSFORM: Strength Lab (FormerlyTRUStrength) 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor–Erica)

SPLASH: Aqua Fit 45 minutes – M/W/F (Instructor–Theresa)

SPLASH: Aqua Fit 45minutes–T/TH (Instructor–Erica)

SPLASH:HydroRider® 45 minutes (Instructor–Theresa)

GLOW: Drumming 45 minutes (Instructor: Nancy) Chill: Stretch 30 minutes (instructor-Nancy)

GLOW: Cardio/Core/Sculpt (FormerlyForeverFit) 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor:Nancy)

EVOLVE: Barre 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor – Erica)

STABLE: Total Body Strength (Formerly Strength & Balance) 30 minutes–M/W/F (Instructor–Erica)

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CHILL: Breath & Meditation 30 minutes (Instructor–Jaimee)

STABLE: Chair Yoga 30 minutes – M/W (Instructor–Jaimee)

TRANSFORM: Circuit Training 45minutes–M/W (Instructor: Nancy)

TRANSFORM: Strength & Sweat (FormerlyForeverFit) 45minutes–T/TH (Instructor:Erica)

EVOLVE: Pilates 45 minutes – T/TH (Instructor–Nancy)

STABLE: Total Body Strength (Formerly Strength & Balance) 30 minutes–T/TH (Instructor–Erica)

TRANSFORM: Mobility 45 minutes (Instructor–Jaimee)

TRANSFORM: Strength Lab (FormerlyTRUStrength) 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor–Erica)

SPLASH: Aqua Fit 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor – Nancy)

SPLASH: Aqua Fit 45 minutes – T/TH (Instructor–Theresa)

SPLASH:HydroRider® 45 minutes (Instructor–Nancy)

CLASS ALERT! GLOW: ZUMBA COMING SOON! TRANSFORM: Core Conditioning 30 minutes (Instructor – Erica)

GLOW: Cardio/Core/Sculpt (FormerlyForeverFit) 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor:Nancy)

EVOLVE: Barre 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor – Erica)

STABLE: Total Body Strength (Formerly Strength & Balance) 30 minutes–M/W/F (Instructor–Erica)

TRANSFORM: Strength Lab (FormerlyTRUStrength) 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor–Erica)

SPLASH: Aqua Fit 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor – Nancy)

EVOLVE: Pilates 45 minutes (Instructor–Nancy)

STABLE: Chair Yoga 30 minutes – M/W (Instructor–Jaimee)

TRANSFORM: Circuit Training 45minutes–M/W (Instructor:Nancy)

TRANSFORM: Strength & Sweat (FormerlyForeverFit) 45minutes–T/TH (Instructor:Erica)

EVOLVE: Pilates 45 minutes – T/TH (Instructor–Nancy)

STABLE: Total Body Strength (Formerly Strength & Balance) 30 minutes–T/TH (Instructor–Thereda)

EVOLVE: Yoga 11:45am–1:00ppm 75 minutes (Instructor–Jaimee)

EVOLVE: Yoga 11:45am–1:00ppm 75 minutes (Instructor–Jaimee)

GLOW: Drumming 45 minutes (Instructor: Nancy)

GLOW: Cardio/Core/Sculpt (FormerlyForeverFit) 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor:Nancy)

EVOLVE: Barre 45minutes–M/W/F (Instructor – Erica)

STABLE: Total Body Strength (Formerly Strength & Balance) 30 minutes–M/W/F (Instructor–Erica)

GLOW:Clogging 11:45am–2:45pm (Instructors–Cathy & Dan)

GLOW:Clogging 11:45am–2:45pm (Instructors–Cathy & Dan)

GLOW: Clogging 11:45am–2:45pm (Instructors–Cathy & Dan)

TRANSFORM: Circuit Training 45 minutes (Instructor–Jamiee)

Please use the following descriptions to help guide your fitness journey

SPLASH classes performed in the pool that offer a low-impact, full-body workout that can improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, flexibility, and balance. These classes are often designed for various fitness levels and can be adapted for individuals with joint pain or injuries

CHILL classes focus on breathing and mental well-being. Techniques may be provided to help manage stress, anxiety and pain. These classes include breathing, meditation and yin yoga/stretch

EVOLVE classes aim to promote physical along with person development. All low-impact and true to form. These classes include yoga, Pilates, barre and tai-chi

GLOW classes are designed to elevate the heart rate and to improve cardiovascular health and well-being.

STABLE classes are designed around the use of a chair whether it is cardio or yoga, we’ll focus on keeping you stable and secure.

TRANSFORM classes are designed to change body composition through strength, mobility or circuit training.

Bulletin Notes

• Schedule is subject to change.

• There is no longer a minimum number of people needed for class registration. Classes will be held whether there is 1 or 25 in the class!

• You now have the option to buy pre-paid packages to use for any daily class. A pack of 10 will be $40 ($4/class) and a pack of 20 will be $60 ($3/class) Packages are good for 180 days from the date of purchase

• Class name changes – A few of the class names have changed to better describe what the class is. They will still be the same class that you remember just with a new name. TRU Strength is now Stretch Lab Forever Fit (M/W/F with Nancy) is now Cardio/Core/Sculpt Forever Fit (T/TH with Erica) is now Strength & Sweat Strength & Balance is now Total Body Strength

Mindful Movement Chair Yoga is now STABLE: Yoga

• Be sure to check out our new classes!! Registration for all individual classes can now be done online, in person at the fitness center or by calling 480-832-0000 ext 212.

• Please note, this will only hold your spot in the class, payment (if applicable) will be due at the time of the class

• Fitness Center Guest Membership: Leisure World members who would like to add a guest to their membership for use of Fitness Center can please do so at the front desk of the administration building or online at lwca.com. Sign into your member account, go to ‘departments’ and choose ‘Aquatic & Athletic Sports Club’ scroll down to ‘Guest Membership’. There is room to enter four guests. Click ‘Submit’

• All members and guests must sign-in on the computer at the fitness center desk. If you do not know your member number, please touch the screen for ‘last name’ enter your last name, touch ‘register’, find your name and touch the red ‘check in’ box. You are all set, there is no need to do anything when you leave.

• Aqua Fitness and Hydro Rider classes are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions. Residents who self-pay for these classes will receive a credit to their A/R member account for cancelled classes.

Class Descriptions

CHILL:Breath&Meditation-Mondays1:00PM-1:30PM – 30-minute class A class that will explore various breathing techniques to improve physical and mental well-being. It will focus intentional breathing, guided meditation and mindfulness to promote relaxation, reduce stress and increase energy. $5/Class or 1 punch on pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 1 drop-in)

CHILL:Stretch-Tuesdays8:00AM-8:30AM – 30-minute class A class dedicated to improving flexibility, range of motion, and overall muscle and joint health. This class emphasizes controlled and deliberate stretching exercises that help participants release tension, prevent injuries, and promote relaxation. $5/Class or 1 punch on pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 1 drop-in)

EVOLVE:Barre-M/W/F10:00AM-10:45AM – 45-minute class This low-impact, ballet-inspired workout is designed for active older adults seeking to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. Using a sturdy barre or chair for support, we’ll combine gentle movements with controlled strength training and stretching. Perfect for those ready for a moderate challenge while staying joint-friendly and safe. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $30.00/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew –monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

EVOLVE:Pilates-T/Th10:00AM-10:45AM – 45-minute class This class is based on Joseph Pilates principles focusing on connecting breath and core activation. It’s designed to build core strength, abdominal endurance, and tone muscles. You must be able to get on and off the floor with or without chair assistance. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $25.00/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

EVOLVE:Pilates-Tuesdays2:00PM-2:45PM – 45-minute class This mat-based Pilates class focuses on controlled movements, breathwork, and core engagement to help you build strength, improve posture, and increase flexibility. Expect a low-impact, full-body workout that targets your core while also toning your arms, legs, and back. With a focus on alignment and form, Pilates is perfect for anyone looking to move with more intention and control. This class is designed for all fitness levels. You must be able to get on and off the floor with or without chair assistance. $5/Class or 1 punch on pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 1 drop-in)

EVOLVE:Yoga-Thursdays11:45am-1:00PM – 1 hour 15 minute class

Unwind, stretch, and strengthen in this all-levels yoga class designed to help you reconnect with your body and mind. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or brand new to the mat, this class offers a balanced blend of breathwork, gentle movement, and mindful poses to increase flexibility, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. Bring your own yoga mat (or you can use one of ours) $10/Class or Counts as punches if using pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 2 drop-in)

GLOW:Cardio/Core/Sculpt-M/W/F9:00AM-9:45AM – 45-minute class

A full body workout to improve cardiovascular fitness, build muscle and enhance core strength. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $30.00/month for M/W/F, $25.00 for T/TH (FLEX, S&F, Renew –monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

GLOW:Clogging-Fridays11:45AM- 2:45PM Clogging is a truly American form of dancing, with steps taken from different cultures, and can be danced to a wide variety of music styles. It is good physical exercise as well as brain exercise! The focus is on learning the steps, and the steps are “called” so you can easily dance to different songs as you learn. You are welcome to learn at your own pace, and the class ranges from early beginner to intermediate plus and more. $5/hour or $30.00/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in per hour)

GLOW:Drumming-Mondays8:00AM-8:45AM&Thursdays2:00PM -2:45PM – 45-minute class BEAT IT! Cardio Drumming! – A fun, fastpaced workout that incorporates drumming and cardio to the rhythm of music. Improve balance, coordination, and concentration while listening to music. All levels welcome! $5/Class or 1 punch on pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 1 drop-in)

SPLASH:AquaFit-M/W/F8:00AM-8:45AMORT/Th8:00AM-8:45AM – 45-minute class This class provides a water workout that includes cardio conditioning and muscle strengthening exercises using a variety of equipment with the water’s natural resistance. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $30.00/month for M/W/F, $25 for T/TH (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

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SPLASH:HydroRider®-TuesdayORThursday8:00AM-8:45AM –45-minute class Aqua cycling has become a fitness phenomenon because of the many incredible benefits - high caloric burn, lean muscle-building, increased circulation, with low impact on the joints. Aqua shoes are required. $10/class (2 punches on pre-paid package) or $30.00/month for Tues, $30 for Thurs (S&F and Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

STABLE:TotalBodyStrength-M/W/F11:00AM–11:30AMorT/TH 11:00AM–11:30AM – 30-minute class Enhance overall strength and balance through exercises primarily performed either in or with a chair $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $25.00/month for M/W/F, $20.00 for T/TH (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 dropin)

STABLE: Chair Yoga-M/W2:00PM-2:30PM – 30-minute class

Join us for a rejuvenating and gentle yoga experience designed to promote flexibility, body awareness, mental clarity and pain management from the safety and comfort of your chair. No prior yoga experience is necessary. Minimal equipment may be used to assist in a deeper or more stable stretch. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $20.00/month for M/W (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

STABLE:Yoga-FridaysOnly3:00PM–3:30PM – 30-minute class

Join us for a rejuvenating and gentle yoga experience designed to promote flexibility, body awareness, mental clarity and pain management from the safety and comfort of your chair. No prior yoga experience is necessary. Minimal equipment may be used to assist in a deeper or more stable stretch. $5/Class or 1 punch on pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 1 drop) This class is not part of the M/W class

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TRANSFORM:CircuitTraining-M/W/F3:00PM-3:45PM – 45-minute class An interval type of physical training (cardio & strength) that involves high intensity exercise alternated with rest periods is highly effective in conditioning the cardiovascular system. Must be able to easily get up and down from the floor. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $25.00/month for M/W only (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

TRANSFORM:CoreConditioning-Thursdays8:00AM–8:30AM –30-minute class Core Conditioning is a dynamic 30-minute fitness class designed to strengthen the deep stabilizing muscles that support every move you make, from lifting to balancing to simply standing tall. This focused workout targets your abdominals, obliques, lower back, and glutes through a mix of functional movements, bodyweight exercises, and stability challenges. $5/class or 1 punch on pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 1 drop-in)

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TRANSFORM:Mobility-Tuesdays11:45AM–12:30PM – 45-minute class A class created to move the body with better muscle and joint function making way for more effortless and pain free movement. It is a preventative tool to reduce injury and lubricate the body creating better balance and range of motion. This class will require being on the floor $5/Class or 1 punch on pre-paid package (FLEX, S&F, Renew – counts as 1 drop-in)

TRANSFORM:Strength&Sweat-T/TH9:00AM–9:45AM – 45-minute class A combination of strength training and cardio. Ensures a wellrounded fitness experience targeting both muscle growth and endurance. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $30.00/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in-in)

TRANSFORM:StrengthLab-M/W/F6:00AM-6:45AM – 45-minute class

Build real, measurable strength. A class for progressive overload using proper form and technique with a variety of equipment like dumbbells, barbells, bands and even body weight. Break plateaus, prevent injury and get stronger week by week. $5/class (1 punch on pre-paid package) or $30.00/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew – monthly class or counts as 1 drop-in)

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• Several lifestyle changes can help lower the risk for heart disease, including being physically active.

• A new study found that adults who developed heart disease later in life experienced a decline in their physical activity about 12 years before their cardiovascular event.

• Scientists also discovered that Black male participants had a more continuous decline in physical activity from young adulthood to middle age, and Black female participants consistently reported the lowest physical activity throughout adulthood, highlighting disparity.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases are currently the leading cause of death worldwide, with about 17.9 million people dying from one each year.

Previous research tells us there are several lifestyle changes we can make to help lower our risk for heart disease, including eating a healthy diet, quitting smoking, getting enough quality sleep, maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress, and being physically active.

“Cardiovascular disease is largely preventable through lifestyle modi cations, and physical activity is one of the most powerful tools we have,” Yariv Gerber, PhD, professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine at the School of Public Health, Gray Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences at Tel Aviv University, Israel, told Medical News Today

“Lifelong physical activity is essential for maintaining function, preventing disability, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. However,

staying active over time can be di cult, especially during life transitions or after health events — periods when people are most vulnerable to decline,” Gerber said.

He is one of the authors of a new study published in the journal JAMA Cardiology, which found that adults who developed heart disease later in life experienced a decline in their physical activity about 12 years before their cardiovascular event.

Less physical activity from young adulthood to middle age

For this study, researchers analyzed health data from more than 3,000 participants of the Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults (CARDIA) study. e study started in 1985-1986 and study participants were given 10 physical activity assessments until 20202022.

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Upon the study’s conclusion, researchers found that most study participants experienced a decline in their moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) levels from young adulthood to middle age, which then evened out in later years.

“While not every individual declined, on average, all demographic groups showed reductions in physical activity from young adulthood through midlife,” Gerber said.

“ is highlights how di cult it is to maintain healthy behaviors over time, even among generally healthy adults. Since physical activity is so closely tied to cardiovascular and overall health, it’s essential to recognize when these declines occur — and to intervene early, ideally before habits become ingrained or health starts to deteriorate,” he noted.

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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

Understand How Systemic Lupus Affects a Person’s Body VETS POST

Avoiding foreclosure

By Freddy Groves

Veterans who are in danger of losing their homes to foreclosure have just been given protection with the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act. Just passed, the act o ers help just as the previous program, Veterans Affairs Servicing Purchase (VASP), expires.

e old VASP program helped veterans by purchasing their VA home loans and changing them to incorporate more manageable repayment terms. This typically meant stretching the repayment period out to 40 years and lowering the interest rate.

The new Partial Claim Program will involve the VA taking out a lien (a claim) on the home and paying o part of the overdue mortgage, thus canceling the foreclosure and bringing the loan current. e veteran doesn’t have to pay back that money until either the home is re nanced or it’s sold. In other words, the past due amount will be put at the end of the loan with no interest. e program will run for ve years and any help given cannot exceed 25-30% of the unpaid principal,

depending on when that default occurred. Victims of a declared disaster (and unable to make payments because of that) can qualify for assistance.

at’s good stu .

Not needing to pay the money back immediately, and not having it rolled into what they currently pay, will give veterans the breathing room they need to reduce their nancial outgo over the long term -- and keep their homes.

If you’re a veteran in a bad situation (and have missed three mortgage payments) that could end with the foreclosure on your home, there are steps you can take now: Call either the VA regional o ce nearest you, or the VA home loan guaranty department (877-827-3702) or your lender to see if you qualify under the new Partial Claims Program.

If you’re struggling right now and have fallen behind in making your mortgage payment, don’t delay in nding out if you qualify for help. You won’t be alone; they’re expecting to assist 70,000 veterans to keep their homes.

DEAR

DR. ROACH: What is lupus, and what does it do to your body? I just had a friend who was diagnosed with it after many months of tests. -- T.S.B.

ANSWER:

e term “lupus” generally means systemic lupus erythematosis (SLE), which is a systemic disorder as its name suggests. So, by de nition, it a ects multiple systems of the body.

One of the most commonly affected systems is the skin, and one particular localized disease of the skin -- discoid lupus -- is a condition that helps make the diagnosis of SLE. Other skin conditions seen with SLE include the classic “butter y” rash on the face, marked sun sensitivity, mouth ulcers, and hair loss.

People with SLE commonly have systemic or “constitutional” symptoms such as fatigue, fever and generalized aching. Weight loss is common with early SLE, but some people gain weight due to salt and water retention from the kidney manifestations of SLE or from treatment.

Joint problems (both pain and swelling) are present in over 90% of people with SLE. It always a ects more than one joint. Kidney problems with protein in the urine are common and a diagnostic criterion. Neurological disorders are infrequent but may include seizures, peripheral neuropathy, and acute confusion or psychosis.

e lining of the heart and lungs are often a ected, which can be heard by an examiner. An electrocardiogram shows typical changes. All of the blood cells -red, white and “blue” (platelets) -- can be decreased.

There are different scoring systems to make the diagnosis of definite and probable SLE, but in clinical practice, the diagnosis is made using the judgment of an experienced clinician, preferably a rheumatologist.

Management of SLE also requires a clinician who is both experienced and currently up-to-date in the medical treatment. This usually means a rheumatologist.

Seventy years ago, prior to the development of steroids, the diagnosis of SLE used to be extremely dangerous, with half of people who were newly diagnosed dying within ve years. Since steroids have many side e ects and aren’t 100% e ective, many new drugs have been developed, and most people who are diagnosed with SLE now can be well-managed.

However, it is still a serious, life-changing diagnosis that increases the risk of heart disease and cancer in addition to all the organ issues mentioned above. A general doctor working with the rheumatologist can recommend treatments to reduce your heart risk, as well as appropriate cancer screening tests.

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GOLF DEPARTMENT

Golf Shots from Tough Lies

Golf is as much a mental challenge as it is a physical one, and few scenarios test a player’s skill and composure like hitting from tough lies. Whether you’re in deep rough, a fairway bunker, or an awkward slope, handling these challenging situations can be the di erence between a great round and a frustrating one. is article will delve into techniques and strategies to help you navigate these tricky spots on the course, with a special focus on hitting from deep rough.

General Strategies for Tough Lies

1. Assess the Lie: Before deciding on a shot, take a moment to analyze the lie of your ball. Determine how much grass or sand is around the ball and whether the ball is sitting up or buried. is will help you choose the appropriate club and shot type.

2. Club Selection: Opt for clubs that o er more loft and forgiveness. Hybrids and wedges are typically better for tough lies as they help get the ball airborne more easily.

3. Adjust Your Stance: A stable stance is crucial. Widen your stance for better balance, especially on slopes or uneven ground. Adjust your ball position according to the lie—forward for uphill lies and back for downhill lies.

4. Swing Modi cations: Shorten your backswing to maintain control and focus on a smooth, steady follow-through. Avoid trying to hit the ball too hard, which can lead to poor contact and errant shots.

Getting out of the deep stuff

Hitting from deep rough can be one of the most challenging lies in golf. e thick grass can wrap around the clubface, reducing control and distance. Here are speci c tips for dealing with this predicament:

1. Club Choice: Use a club with more loft, like a wedge or a high-lofted hybrid. Avoid long irons or fairway woods, as they can get tangled in the grass and are di cult to control.

2. Grip Pressure: Hold the club a bit tighter than usual. e thick grass can twist the club in your hands, so a rmer grip helps maintain control.

3. Ball Position: Move the ball slightly back in your stance. is adjustment allows you to hit down on

GOLF CLUBS

Heron Lakes Men’s Club - 18 Hole and 9 Hole League

JULY 2025 League Play Results

Submitted by: Joe Vitetta for Don Paulson

The Heron Lakes Men’s 18 Hole League (Monday): Wow! It’s August already……the HLMC Summer Warriors are still out there competing. We are always looking for new members so if you are interested in joining us, please contact Don Paulson (paulsondo01@gmail.com).

July 7, 2025 – Red, White and Blue Scramble

1st Place with a 70 – John Fleming, Jim Gardin, Joe Vitetta

1st Place with a 70 – Jim Nell, Ben Boss, Dave Foley

July 14, 2025 – Lone Ranger

1st Place with a 112 – Ben Boss, Jim Greene and John Mullen

July 21, 2025 – 1 Net Ball + Putts

1st Place with a 134 – Rich Blum, John Mullen and Larry Ziehm

June 23, 2025 – 1

1st Place with a 81 – John Fleming, John Mullen and Dave Foley (Blind Draw)

2nd Place with a 85 – Rich Blum, Jim Nell and Dave Foley

July 30, 2025 – Chutes and Ladders

1st Place with a 115 – Rich Blum, John Mullen and (BD) Larry Ziehm

2nd Place with a 119 – John Fleming, Jim Nell and Larry Ziehm

The

Heron Lakes Men’s 9 Hole

League (Thursday):

Our ursday Men’s league is shooting great scores despite the heat. Come out and join the league for the rest of the summer. We are always looking for new members so if you are interested in joining us, please contact Don Paulson (paulsondo01@gmail.com).

July 3, 2025 – Captain America Individual Low Net

FLIGHT 1

1st Place with a 31 – George Chrouser

2nd Place with a 33 – Bill Funke

FLIGHT 2

Leisure World Golf Staff

the ball, helping it to pop out of the rough.

4. Swing Path: Aim for a steeper swing path. is helps to minimize the amount of grass between the clubface and the ball. ink of a chopping motion, striking down and through the ball.

5. Follow rough: Expect a shorter follow-through. e grass will naturally slow down your club, so don’t force a full swing. Focus on solid contact and let the club do the work.

Practical Drills

1. Rough Practice: Practice hitting balls from the rough on your local course or practice area. is helps you get a feel for how the grass interacts with your club and how to adjust your swing accordingly.

2. Balance Drills: Work on maintaining balance with one-legged drills or using balance boards. Improved stability will help you handle uneven lies more effectively.

3. Impact Awareness: Use impact tape or foot spray on your clubface during practice to understand where you’re striking the ball. is feedback can help you adjust your setup and swing for better contact.

Hitting from tough lies requires a blend of technique, adaptability, and mental fortitude. By assessing each situation carefully, making smart club choices, and adjusting your stance and swing, you can improve your performance from these challenging positions. With practice and perseverance, you’ll nd that tough lies become less daunting and more manageable, turning potential pitfalls into opportunities for great recovery shots.

1st Place with a 31 – Robert Hoyt and Jim Nell

FLIGHT 3

1st Place with a 31 – Joe Miola

2nd Place with a 34 – Gino Vitetta

July 10, 2025 – Chutes and Ladders

1st Place with a 57 – Ben Boss, Robert Hoyt and Dave Foley

2nd Place with a 58 – Jim Gardin, Bill Klepacki and Bob Richey

July 17, 2025 – Handicap Scramble

1st Place with a 26 – George Chrouser, Larry Ziehm and Bill Klepacki

July 24, 2025 – Checkerboard Scramble

1st Place with a 32 – Bill Dalling, Jim Gardin and Joe Miola

2nd Place with a 33 – Tim Bauer, Robert Hoyt, Bob Richey, Rich Blum, Jim Nell and Bill Klepacki

July 31, 2025 – Chicken Ball

1st Place with a 50– Bill Dalling, Dave Foley and Bill Klepacki

2nd Place with a 53 – Bill Funke, Jim Nell and Joe Miola

Leisure World Billiards

Leisure World Billiards Welcomes Start of New Season

September heralds the return of Leisure World Billiard loyalists. To all those returning to the East Valley, LW Billiards would like to encourage those nding themselves in a Tough Spot…

If you nd yourself in a Tough Spot - our Tuesday 9-ball and ursday & Saturday 8-ball tournaments (12:30p.m.) continue into the new season, Leisure World Billiards welcomes players at all levels to join us - Hang out with people who know how to get out of Tough Spots!

Thursday Morning Lady Billiard Players

Submitted by Carolin Lowy Ladies, are you a Billiard Player?

Have never played but are interested in learning the basics?

e ursday Morning Lady Billiard Players are a group of friendly folks who gather every ursday morning at 8.30 a.m. throughout the year. We enjoy the Billiard Room at rec.1 where everything is on hand to utilize, some of us have an own cue sticks! We are happy to welcome new players so come on by and say hello.

Need to know more give me a call: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626.

Chef Lamott Club

We started our rst class August 8 in the banquet room kitchen. It was a total success. We have a waiting list to join !

CLUBS

With the refinishing of the Rec.1 Ballroom floor, some of these clubs may have temporary location changes. We urge anyone with questions regarding potential changes call your club contact. Thank y !

Email Doris Hoel@ che amott@gmail.com. Or text 651-247-6785 to be put on the waiting list.

We meet on the second Friday of the month throughout the year except for July. $20 annual dues, $10 per class to cover the food costs.

We make extras to share with the shut-ins -- that we call our home buddies. If you know of someone who we can bless with a food treat let me know!

We will be having a culinary chat in the Banquet room kitchen on Fridays - August 22, September 26, and October 17th at 9am. We will discuss any kind of food ideas, restaurants, tricks of the trade etc. Bring your own water and notebook.

Gather

Submitted by George Miller

In July we visited Organ Stop Pizza for their Christmas in July event and had a cheerful time!

I have been busy gearing up for turning the big 70 and organizing the September Birthday Dance! Don Williams, former keyboard player from the Temptations

and the Commadores, is going to entertain us with a 6-piece band to listen and dance. All proceeds from tickets sales are being donated to the Make a Wish Foundation. We will also have a 50/50 ra e, and a wishing well, if guests would like to donate more.

I am telling people that I know it is customary to blow out birthday candles, however this is one party I will not blow out candles! e “Make a Wish” candle is one I want burning and granting wishes for years to come!

Please join us on Saturday, September 20th, from 7-10 pm at Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima. Tickets are on sale through the Recreation O ce for $10.00 each.

Investment Club of Leisure World

( San Tan Investment Club)

Submitted by Shelly Begel

Investment Club of Leisure World (aka San Tan Investment Club) is a closed end mutual fund. It consists of blue chips and other stocks (with average earnings between 10 – 15% annually).

Each member has an interest according to the amount of their deposits and contributions. ere are no membership fees to join, but there is a minimum contribution requirement of $25 per month, which is $300 annually, and is required when you join. is entire amount goes to your part of the club portfolio.

We recommend you attend a meeting or two as our guest, to see how we do it, and have your questions answered. Our concept is to exchange ideas with others and to learn more about investing in the stock market. We will meet the third ursday in October, on the 16th, at 1:00 p.m., for between 1 and 2 hours, in the Internet Oasis Room, which is in Rec 1. You are welcome to join us when the season begins in the fall. If you cannot attend a meeting in person, you can join us virtually. For more information you can contact our president, Alan Forbes, 808-497-8109. You can call, text, or email Alan at johnalanforbes@yahoo.com. You can also just come a meeting, when our “season” restarts again on October 16th.

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Leisure World Investment Club (Aka: Green Bananas)

Submitted by: Frank Jacoby Manor 1540

Our current club members have on average, enjoyed a 14% compound annual return over the duration of their memberships. Non-members, new members, beginners and seasoned investors are always welcome guests at our meetings.

Are you making the right moves for your retirement? Learn about investing, discuss market conditions, discover ideas for your retirement portfolio, bounce ideas/tips o others, experience an entertaining and social way to build your nest egg.

e Leisure World Investment Club has been educating members and residents about investing in the stock market and investing the assets of the partnership for the bene t of members/partners since 1987.

Members enjoy access to the resources and bene ts derived from our a liation with “myICLUB” and “Better Investing”.

We typically meet on the second Wednesday of each month, October through May and additionally as needed over the summer.

Our summer meeting/s will be held via Zoom.

Please contact Frank Jacoby (frankjacoby4@gmail. com) or 248-535-5456 for more information or an invitation to a summer meeting. Our meeting focuses on analysis of our portfolio as well as easy techniques for critical evaluation of hot new stock tips.

Nebraska Club

Nebraskans in Leisure World have been gathering for football watch parties, outdoor barbeques, and dining at local restaurants. As events are planned this coming season, a notice will be placed in the weekly emailed Communications Clubs Newsletter from the Communications Department. In addition, a noti cation will be sent via email to all those on the Nebraska Club mailing list. To join this red-clad group, contact Sharon Ash by email at: sash3129@gmail.com, or by phone at: 602-689-4677.

We look forward to seeing everyone again and extend a welcome to newcomers.

Leisure World Christian Fellowship

Submitted by Lynette Magnuson

Leisure World Christian Fellowship is in a time of

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transition. Mary Louise Hendricksen has led the bible study since 2004 and has decided to resign. She has been a faithful leader all these years and we have grown to love and appreciate her immensely. She is most certainly a beautiful child of our Lord, and her leadership will be missed. I am pleased to say that she will continue to attend the meetings, and we will be blessed with her participation.

I have humbly accepted to be her replacement as the new bible study leader. I am excited to see what the Lord has planned for us. Hebrews 11:40 “God has planned something better for us and only together with us will they be made perfect.” As we study the word of God I pray, we will continue to grow in biblical knowledge and strength to face each new day. Romans 15:4 “for everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.”

We will begin the new bible study in early November, and I hope to see you there. We meet in the Rec 1 theater from 9:30-11:00 every ursday, so make room in your calendar! Until then Dave Speyer will be showing Christian movies (with popcorn!) from 10:00-11:30, in the Rec 1 theater every ursday. For questions regarding the movies you can call or text Dave at 909-915-8809. With questions regarding the bible study feel free to call or text me, Lynette Magnuson, at 903-316-2116.

Leisure Worlds Singles Group

SOLO SEPTEMBER Calendar

Stepping Out Lively Outlook

• HAPPY LABOR DAY MON. SEPTEMBER 1st

• Tuesday, Sept. 2, Solo Breakfast at Cafe, Rec. 2, 7:30am

• Wednesday, Sept.3, OOW Cheesecake Factory, Noon Rec. 2, ** Monday, Sept. 8, Solo lunch in the Cafe, Rec. 2, 11a m , **

• Tuesday, Sept. 9, Solo Breakfast at Cafe, Rec. 2, 7:30 am

• Wednesday, Sept. 10, Lunch Talk, Free, Tempe Historical Society, 11:30 – 12:30 Carpool **

• Tuesday, Sept. 16, Solo Breakfast, Cafe, Rec. 2, 7:30 am.

• ursday, Sept. 18, POTLUCK 5pm Club room Rec. 1, bring dish to share, theme Back to School $3. for expenses** club willl furnish main dish of roast pork loin and veggies, speaker from Mesa Library Red Mt. Branch

• Monday, Sept. 25, Solo lunch, Cafe Rec. 2, 11am, **

• Tuesday, Sept. 26, Solo Breakfast, Rec. 2, Cafe 7:30 am **means reservations are necessary, make reservations here: Solo@theSpearmans. com

Question, comments Barbara Peters, 309-2157203, Manor 2114

Sonoran Desert Garden Club

Who We Are and How We Grow!

Future possibilities (2025-2026): We’ll be looking to our membership for ideas!

• Visit to Lavender Farm at Chateau de Vie, Chandler

• Tour of Agritopia Community in Gilbert

• Fabricating a moss terrarium (hands-on fun)

• Auction of donations (books, planters, etc.) toward education outreach

Club Meeting Topics for Discussion with Guest Speakers (2024-2025)

• Beekeeper’s Life

• Chile Farmer grows indigenous foods

• Medicinal Plants of the Sonoran Desert

• Growing Heat Tolerant Plants

• Rose Care

• Flower Arranging

• Virtual tour of Longwood Gardens

• Growing Herbs

• Programming and discussions led by our in-residence Horticulturist

• Members bring their successes in gardening

• Preparing a Spring garden-Worm Farm

Leisure World Programs outside of club meetings:

• Tour of TruGarden aeroponic “farm”

• Walk’n Talk Citrus Pruning and Cactus Care

• Design Charette for member

• Painting Gourds

• Plant and garden accessory swap

• Visit Boyce ompson Arboretum

• Walk at Mesa Rose Garden

• Visit a member’s vegetable garden

• SRP Free Shade Program and delivery of trees to participants

• Geranium Project for Community

Bene ts of becoming a member of the Sonoran Desert Garden Club:

Dues collected at the Membership Meeting each October

Members pay $10.00 yearly dues is entitles the member to advance notice for meetings held the third ursday of each month (in theatre unless posted). Members get rst choice to sign up for hands-on programs or any discounts for entry if available for group. A discount card for Summerwinds Nursery is available at no cost and discounts on our yearly geranium pre-order.

REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2025

12:30 p.m.

9:00 a.m. ........Pottery Open Studio (POT)

9:00 a.m. ........Ceramics (CER/SG)

10:00 a.m. ......Computer Lab Open (CC)

12:30 p.m. ......Pinochle (QCR)

12:30 p.m. ...... ACBL Bridge (CLR)

6:00 p.m. ........Hand and Foot - Samba (LC)

THURSDAY

8:00 a.m. ........Glass Program (CER/SG)

8:00 a.m. ........Table Tennis (PIMA)

p.m. .......Partner Bridge (LC)

MONDAY

7:00 a.m. ........Early Bird Stretch (BR)

8:00 a.m. ........Yoga (PIMA)

9:00 a.m. .......Glass Program (CER/SG)

9:00 a.m. ........Lawn Bowls Play (LBG)

9:00 a.m. ........Pottery Class (POT)

9:00 a.m. ........Twiddlers (FA)

10:00 a.m. ......Computer Lab Open (CC)

12:00 p.m. ......Mah Jongg Madness (LC)

1:00 p.m. ........Hand and Foot (LC)

2:00 p.m. ........Water Volleyball (P)

3:30 p.m. ........Music Makers (MR)

6:00 p.m .........Dealer’s Choice Poker (NAV)

7:00 p.m. ........Mah Jong (LC)

8:30 a.m. ........Ladies Billiards (B)

9:00 a.m. ........Swim Exercise (P)

9:00 a.m. ........Lawn Bowls Play (LBG)

9:00 a.m. ........Pottery Class (POT)

9:30 a.m. ........Christian Fellowship (T)

WEDNESDAY

7:00 a.m. ........Early Bird Stretch (BR)

8:00 a.m. ........Wednesday Coffee (CLR)

8:00 a.m. ........Yoga (PIMA)

9:00 a.m. ........Swim Exercise (P)

9:00 a.m. ........Quilters (FA)

10:00 a.m. ......Computer Lab Open (CC)

12:00 p.m. ...... Pottery Open Studio (POT)

1:00 p.m. ........Bridge Thurs Ladies (LC)

1:00 p.m. ........Dealers Choice Poker (NAV)

1:00 p.m. ........Mah Jongg (APA)

9:00 a.m. ........Lawn Bowls Play (LBG)

9:00 a.m. ........Swim Exercise (P)

9:00 a.m. ........Open Studio (AS)

12:00 p.m. ......Pottery Open Studio (POT)

12:30 p.m. ......ACBL Bridge (CLR)

1:00 p.m. ........Texas Hold’em (QCR)

1:00 p.m. ........Swim Exercise (P)

6:00 p.m. ........Scrabble (LC)

TUESDAY

9:00 a.m. ........Glass Program (CER/SG)

9:00 a.m. ........Lawn Bowls Play (LBG)

9:00 a.m. ........Porcelain Painting (POT)

10:00 a.m. ......Computer Lab Open (CC)

12:00 p.m. ......Mexican Train (LC)

12:00 p.m. ......Happy Ladies Bridge (APA)

2:00 p.m. ........Water Volleyball (P)

4:00 p.m. ........Chess (LC)

6:00 p.m. ........Hand and Foot - Samba (LC)

6:30 p.m. ........Party Bridge (APA)

7:00 p.m. ........“l-15” tournament (B)

8:00 a.m. ........Table Tennis (PIMA)

9:00 a.m. ........Swim Exercise (P)

9:00 a.m. ........Lawn Bowls Play (LBG)

12:00 p.m. ......Pottery Open Studio (POT)

12:30 p.m. ......Pinochle (QCR)

1:00 p.m. ........Cribbage (QCR)

6:00 p.m. ........Texas Hold’em (QCR)

6:00 p.m. ........Dealer’s Choice Poker (NAV)

FRIDAY

7:00 a.m. .......Early Bird Stretch (BR)

8:00 a.m. ........Porcelain Painting (CER/SG)

8:00 a.m. ........Yoga (PIMA)

9:00 a.m. ........Knitters & Crocheters (FA)

9:00 a.m. ........Porcelain Painting (POT)

9:30 a.m. ........Ceramics (CER/SG)

9:30 a.m. ........Ukulele Group (MR)

10:00 a.m. ......Computer Lab Open (CC)

12:00 p.m. ......Glass Program (CER/SG)

12:00 p.m. ......Pottery Open Studio (POT)

1:00 p.m. ........Cribbage (QCR)

6:30 p.m. ........Game Night (LC)

7:00 p.m. ........Bingo (BR)

SATURDAY

8:00 a.m. ........Table Tennis (C) 9:00 a.m. ........Swim Exercise (P)

9:00 a.m. ........Pottery Open Studio (POT) 9:00 a.m. ........Lawn Bowls Play (LBG)

12:30 p.m. ......“8-ball” tournament (B) 2:00 p.m. ........Water Volleyball (P)

CARD & GAME CLUBS

Card and Game Events Schedule

Card groups listed are open games and residents are welcome to come and join the group. Reserved room is subject to sharing if less than 20 in attendance.

BRIDGE GROUPS

ACBL Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-3099039 . Mondays & Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Year Round

ACBL Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-3099039 . Friday, 12:30 p.m. April – October

ACBL Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-3099039 . Sunday, 12:30 p.m. October-May

Non-Sanctioned Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Roger Mickelson, 319-750-7112 . Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Sept –May.

Partner (LC) Contact: Lynn Peters, 262-853-4870 Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Year Round.

Party (APA) Contact: Lynn Peters, 262-853-4870 Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Year Round.

Progressive (QCR) Contact: Marlene Patton 507-2710003 . Thursday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct – May.

POKER GROUPS

Dealer’s Choice (NAV) Contact: Jim Munkwitz, 803-7471677 . Tuesday & Wednesday 6:00 p.m., and Thurs 1:00 pm. Year round.

OTHER CARD AND GAME GROUPS

Bunco (CLR) Contact: Laura Krever, 310-916-8105 or Dana Bourque, 602-757-4348 . 1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Year-round.

Cribbage (QCR) Contact Don Newman, 402-578-2743 Wednesday and Friday, 1:00 p.m. Year-round.

Euchre (APA) Contact Ted Jackson, 518-248-2052 Tuesday, 6:45 p.m. Oct – April.

Texas Hold’ Em (QCR) Contact: Randy Rickert, 602524-2503 . Monday, 1:00 p.m. & Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. Year-round

Game Night (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-290-2936 . Every Friday, 6:00 pm. Year-round.

Hand and Foot Progressive: (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-290-9396 . Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. Year-round.

Hand and Foot: Samba (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-290-9396 . Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 6:00 p.m. Year-round.

Mah Jongg Madness (LC) Contact: Jan Biddle, 303-8817808. Monday, 12:00 p.m. Year-round.

Mah Jongg (APA) Contact: Neesa Galanti, 206-356-2727. Tuesday 7:00 pm and Thursday 1:00 p.m. Year-round.

Pinochle (QCR) Contact: Jackie Anderson, 480-9858503 . Summer: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. Winter: only Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m.

Scrabble (LC) Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626 Monday, 6:00 p.m. Year-round.

Mexican Train/Dominos (LC) Contact: Theresa Cuocci Wednesdays, 12:00 a.m. Year-round.

Dear Residents,

Due to the closure of the Rec. 1 Ballroom for the Facilities flooring project, a reminder that Friday evening bingo games for the remainder of September have been cancelled. We will announce the return of bingo as soon as the room is completed and events can be reestablished.

Thank you, LW Administration

Bunco

Bunco meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month in the Club Room at Rec 1, all year round. It’s a very easy game to learn, so if you haven’t played before, come and try it. We start promptly at 6:30 pm, so please be there by 6:15pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Our next game will be on Tuesday, September 2nd. Please wear your name tag if you have one.

e cost is $3.00 per person and all money collected is paid out in prizes. Please don’t bring anything larger than a $5 bill as we may not be able to make change.

For more information, call Laura Krever at 310-9168105 or Dana Bourque at 602-757-4348.

Chess

e chess club is alive and well. We meet every ursday at 4pm in the Lakeside building, next to the lawn bowling. It doesn’t matter what your skill level is, everyone is welcome, including beginners or people that wish to learn how to play. ere are no Bobby Fishers in our group and the emphasis is on fun while also improving one’s skill. Most of us have not played since high school so it was a welcome reintroduction to the game. ere are no dues, please bring a chess set and board if possible. Hope to see you there. For more information contact:

Matthew Menenberg Manor 2171

602-334-7597

mattmenenberg@gmail.com

Leisure World Scrabble Club

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

Are you a resident who enjoys spelling games?

e Leisure World Scrabble Club meets every Monday evening throughout the year. Monday evenings at e Lakeside Club House, Rec.1 time to show up - 6.00 p.m.

Scrabble and Upwords are o ered with the club supplying everything needed to enjoy an evening of spelling fun. e only person missing is YOU!

Looking forward to meeting some new players, hope that will be YOU.

Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626

MUSIC & DANCE CLUBS

Leisure World Big Band

Submitted by John Andrews

e Leisure World Big Band wants to remind everyone that the band will resume rehearsals on Tuesday, October 14 at 10:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.at the Hopi-Pima ballroom.  We will be trying new tunes and preparing for the December dance, which is scheduled for Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM. As always, Leisure World residents and their guests are welcome to attend the rehearsals and dance and enjoy the co ee and conversations. See you there!

For more information, contact John Andrews phone 660-541-2588.

Manor 1465

Leisure World Cloggers

Submitted by Joyce Loland

e Leisure World Cloggers danced their way through August and continue the same class schedule every Friday from 11:45 - 2:45 in the classroom next to the Fitness Center.

Instructors Dan Rowan and Cathy Martin teach beginning steps at 11:45 and move progressively to Intermediate Plus by 2:45. It means that if you’re new to clogging, you can start any Friday, and the rst class

is free! Just ask an instructor for the coupon. Cost is $30 per month paid in the Fitness Center or $5 per hour on a drop-in basis.

Clogging works the body and the mind. Steps are cued, yes, but you need your memory for how to do them! e environment is cool in temperature, but warm in spirit, the mutual support and camaraderie can’t be beat. Come any Friday afternoon to see how the classes are run and maybe you’ll want to join in on the fun!

Submitted by Susan Strainis

Desert Belles

e Desert Belles are a group of women who love to get together and sing in 4-part harmony. is fall we are going to be busy with a couple of concerts in the Leisure World Courtyard. If you are interested in singing, come to the Music Room at Rec. 2 and check us out!

We meet every Monday and happily welcome new members (bring a friend). Our rst practice will be Monday October 6, 2025, at 12:30.

If you have any questions, please contact Barb Carney at casey2du y@gmail.com or call 480-650-9551.

The Leisure World Mixed Chorus

“ ose who wish to sing always nd a song.”

e LWMC is a joyful group of more than 70 musicians (with varying experience and talent) who delight in sharing our song with you in two annual concerts…December and March.

Hmm, if you are thinking you might want to express

SPORTS CLUBS

Leisure World Gun Club

Hello September, we here in the Leisure World Gun Club are looking forward to cooler weather! Our schedule of shooting events and monthly luncheons continue.

All are welcome to attend.

e sporting events are held at the Rio Salado Sportsman Club at the Usery Pass Shooting Range. It’s at 3960 Usery Pass Rd., Mesa.

September Shooting Events:

• RIMFIRE PISTOL: September 10th. (2nd Wednesday of the month.) Meet at the RSSC Pistol Bay #2 at 7:00 a.m.

• SPORTING CLAYS; September 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th. (Each ursday of the Month)

• Meet at the Shotgun parking lot at 6:45 a.m., Ready to shoot at 7:00 a.m.

• PRACTICAL PISTOL: September 26th. (4th Friday of the Month) Meet at the RSSC Pistol Bay #2 at 7:00 a.m.

• Strictly social (and all invited) is Monthly Gun Club

lunch- Monday, September 29th. Meet at the Cozy Corner Restaurant at 5901 McKellips St., (at Recker Rd.) We meet in the parking lot at 11:30 a.m.

For further information please contact either LWGC President Keith Hepler at kvhepler@gmail.com or LWGC Vice President Cherie Lauro at cherielauro1@ gmail.com

Lawn Bowl

It won’t be long now! Only one more month of this heat may keep some of us o the green during the day, but we can still play after the sun goes down. October begins our new o cial season. Stay tuned for free lessons! Come and try it-you just may like it! Fun game, friendly folks and good exercise! We welcome you to watch our games. We can give you the ground rules and we may even ask you if you want to roll some bowls. Questions? contact our president: Larry Brownell, (541) 990-0924.

MUSIC & DANCE CLUBS

yourself in song, we’d be blessed to have you join us! Rehearsals for our December Holiday concert begin on Tuesday, October 7th and continue, Tuesdays and ursdays from 1:00 – 3:00 PM in the Rec 2 Music Room.

We welcome new voices, so if you are wondering about this opportunity, please do stop in for a listen.

For more information about this opportunity to sing, make new friends, and enjoy a load of fun and laughter in the process, please contact our director, Donna Mahan at 217-720-7990.

Moonlight Serenade Dance Club

Submitted by Mary Cartner

Calling All Frames and Pictures

Join the virtual photo gallery of frames and pictures (guys and gals) dancing this November 15th, 2025, to the big band sound of the 40’s and 50’s orchestrated by Swing Memories. Ladies in no need of more gadgets and gizmos sing Ariel’s song but with a twist, solely longing to be a masterpiece of grace and beauty on the dance oor. We’ll provide the backdrop at a bargain price of $320 per couple for four dinner dances; guest couples at $110 per dance. Not really so much to ask to make your lady ‘Smile!’, gentlemen, yes? Give her a frame and be amazed as she follows you anywhere on the dance oor. en stand back and admire the artistry develop in motion!

If you could spare a few hours to volunteer, short term easy projects to t your interests and schedule requiring only a few hours are available. Dance clubs like ours survive dependent on your help. It’s up to you. Visit the MSDC website: https://moonlightserenade. yolasite.com.

For information on membership contact: joyk3048@ gmail.com; or Jerry: jerrymundell45@gmail.com

Shall We Round Dance Club

Submitted by Kaye West

After teaching this summer in Louisiana, Arkansas, Washington, Indiana, Maryland, and California, in September local dance leaders will teach in Indiana, Washington, and California! With other events in Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas, there are many travel opportunities to continue learning new dances and interacting with friends from around the nation and world.

e Palm Springs Round-Up is a terri c opportunity for newer dancers to experience a dance weekend (September 24-26) with advanced teaches/dancing (September 26-28). Some will attend both events! Flyers are available at www.icbda.com/dance-events/ and roundalab.org/ nd-a-dance/.

Round dancing continues locally in Sun City and with prerounds/rounds between tips at Valley Squares (Mondays) and Checkmates (Wednesdays). Find weekly schedule at rounddancing.azphx.com.

In September Leisure World is sponsoring social dancing on September 11 (with Midnight Confessions) and every Saturday night in September, including a Swing Dance lesson and dance with Kats Korner. Social dancing is also available with Reign-N-Country (September 8 & 22) at SVE and at the Red Mountain Senior Center (Wednesdays 1-3). You can also review lessons, teach yourself to dance, and improve dance technique with information at home.csulb.edu/~kwest/ wido/wi-do.html.

Join us to exercise your body and mind!

Music and Dance Events Schedule

Ballroom Dance Classes - Contact: Bill Goss, 480275-4647

Pop Country Line Dance Contact: Susan Tuttle, 602329-2213.

Music Makers - Tuesday afternoons in the Rec. 2 Music Room from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. NovemberMay

Ukulele Practice Group - Contact: Mary Smith, 480288-1423.

Like to play the ukulele or always wanted to learn? Come and join up with others who love to play this amazing instrument.

By Steve Becker

Sherlock Holmes

Your recent behavior has been quite astonishing, Holmes. For one who prides himself on being painstakingly careful, you have been remarkably careless of late.”

“Watson, my dear fellow,” the great detective replied, “what on earth are you talking about?”

“Your alarmingly casual manner at bridge last night. In particular, that ve-club hand where West led the K-A and another heart, which you ru ed. All that remained was to resolve how to play the trump suit, but instead you ddled around with the diamonds and spades.”

“It was all quite necessary,” Holmes countered. “In order to play my trumps properly, I had to obtain a count of the other suits. Of course, I already knew how the spades were distributed.”

“Spades? But Holmes, the opponents had bid diamonds and hearts, not spades.”

“Come now, Watson, surely you remember the case of the dog that did not bark in the night. Spades were not mentioned by either opponent, so that suit had to be divided 4-4. And while East had to have four hearts for his bid, the diamond distribution was uncertain. In order to learn how many West had, I led a diamond to the ace, ru ed a diamond, led a spade to the king and ru ed another diamond. When East showed out, I knew West had started with precisely ve diamonds, four spades, three hearts and hence one club.”

“But West’s singleton club could have been the queen,” Watson protested. “He had, after all, opened the bidding.”

SPORTS QUIZ CONTRACT BRIDGE

By Ryan A. Berenz

Questions

1. What did the NFL reduce to 18 feet, 6 inches from 23 feet, 4 inches in 1991?

2. Who did Se-rii Pak defeat in the 1998 U.S. Women’s Open golf tournament after an 18-hole playoff and two-sudden death holes?

3. What two boxers battled for the world heavyweight championship in the controversial “Long Count Fight” at Chicago’s Soldier Field in 1927?

4. The headquarters of the Court of Arbitration for Sport, an international body to settle disputes related to sports, is located in what European country?

5. Name the monster truck driver who won 14 Monster Jam World Finals championships, most famously driving the “Maximum Destruction” truck.

“ e singleton queen was not very likely. East needed six points for his heart response, and these were known not to include the A-K of hearts or the king of diamonds. And if East had the Q-J of spades, this would mean that West had opened with 12 points, two of which would be a singleton queen --surely unlikely. So, when I led a spade to the ace and took the club nesse, it was almost certain to succeed. Indeed, it was all quite elementary, my dear Watson.”

6. What Ford C. Frick Award-winning sportscaster is credited with originating the play-by-play radio call in the 1920s?

7. Eusebio, the 1965 Ballon d’Or winner with Benfica and Golden Boot winner at the 1966 FIFA World Cup, played for what national soccer team from 1961-73?

Answers

1. Goalpost width.

2. Jenny Chuasiriporn.

3. Gene Tunney and Jack Dempsey.

4. Switzerland.

5. Tom Meents.

6. Graham McNamee.

7. Portugal.

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HERE'S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

• “Beautiful umbrella stands don’t have to be limited to umbrellas. We keep sports equipment (bats, a lacrosse stick, yoga mat) in ours and it works just as well.” -- T.J. in Kansas

• Make your own camping lamp: Strap a head lamp to a full gallon jug of water. It lls the tent with a soft light, and you can still drink the water!

• Use rubbing alcohol to clean window frames and trays. It evaporates quickly with no residue left behind.

• "If you have a retractable cord on your vacuum, try this trick. Clip a clothespin at the optimum length, and the cord will not retract past that point. So, no more snapping right out of the outlet, which used to happen to me.” -- P.L. in Tennessee

• Co ee lters make wonderful glass cleaners. ey leave behind no streaks and no residual lint.

• Old socks can be t around the head of an old mop or Swi er base. Spray with cleaner and clean away. When you are done, remove the sock and launder.

Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.

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ARTS & CRAFTS CLUBS

Arts & Crafts Meetings and Classes Schedule

DECORATIVE ARTS

Art Assoc. – (AS) Contact: Billie Klaus, 970-231-4845

Open Studio: Friday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Jewelry and Lapidary (LAP) Contact: Dan Coulombe 479715-5826.

Photography Club (AS) Contact: Bob Bennett, 480-250-7127

Rubber Stamping (CER/SG) Contact: Mickey Dent, 480634-4574, Mon 6 p.m -8p.m. Summer every 3rd Thurs 6p-8p

FIBER ARTS

Knitters & Crocheters Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-6414626 – Fridays 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. All interested knitters, beginners to experienced, join in. We teach beginners and help those who are having difficulty with a pattern, No charge.

Open Sewing Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626 Open to all residents who do hand sewing.

Pillowcase Dresses Contact: Darlene Footh, 701-3398491. Make little girls’ dresses out of pillowcases for charity.

Quilters Contact: Judy Kauth, 757-651-5648 – Tuesdays are open swing , Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Join us for group projects, speakers, demos, field trips and more. Donations are made to multi-generational groups.

Twiddlers: Mondays 9:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. Fiber Arts Room Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626. Any handwork done with a needle or needles, i.e., knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, needle point and applique.

FIRED ARTS

Ceramics (CER/SG) CERAMICS CLUB

No skills, low skills, or higher skills come one, come all! We have several supplies and pieces to get you started .Come on in and get those inner creative juices running. Total relaxation.

Come join us or take a look on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. –11:30 a.m.

Call: Linda Derback (President) at 303-913-2066 or

Cheryl Lamers (VP) at 973-262-1898.

Porcelain Painting (POT) Contact: Edie Pearcy, 480-7340685 or Ginger Merkle, 303-988-6420. No teacher. No lessons. Work on your own. A semi-annual fee of $5 for firing. All China painters are welcome.

Open Studio: Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Pottery (POT) Contact: Judy Cooley, 512-470-9456

Open Studio: Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday, 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Open Studio: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday,12 - 10 p.m.

Firing & Unloading: Monday & Thursday

Class with instructor Larron Lerdall: Monday & Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Happenings at LW Glass Studio

by Gail Bower

Beginning October 1, we will be open Monday and Wednesday, 9am to 3pm our winter hours. Summer hours are April 15 to October 1, 12 pm to 3 pm, Monday and Wednesday.

We have Stained Glass, Fused Glass, and Mosaic Classes. Please Stop in on Monday or Wednesday to see what our members are creating or to get signed up for your creation in glass.

Our First Stained Glass Class will be 3 / 3-hour classes October 23, 24, and 30th 1pm to 4pm. Information will be posted for other upcoming classes.

Our teachers will teach you to score and cut the glass as well as help you design beautiful items for your home or for gifts. Stop by any Monday or Wednesday we will help you get started. Due to the sharpness of the glass please wear close-toed shoes.

We look forward to meeting you.

Quilters

e Leisure World quilters had a much-deserved summer; however, they are ready to begin this next season with a bang!

Please join us at 8:50 a.m. on ursday mornings beginning September 11th in the Fiber Arts room. We will be learning new quilting skills, preparing for the Arts and Crafts Fair, sewing beautiful quilts, and making new friends (and renewing old friendships).

Questions: call Judy Kauth at 757-651-5648 or Linda Faber at 480-821-0952. Hope you can join us!

Leisure World Woodshop

e Leisure World Woodshop is open and active. All LW residents are welcome to join. All members may use our many machines and tools. e club sponsors classes in pen making, bowl making and general woodworking for all members. ese classes will be available upon request. ere are very capable instructors who are pleased to share their talents.

e club is also sponsoring an eight-week course in beginning woodcarving called Beginning Woodcarving 101. It starts on ursday, Oct. 2nd. Each class is taught by experienced carvers and lasts for three hours on consecutive ursday afternoons. Tuition is $40 (plus the club membership of $20). Additionally, each participant will be expected to purchase their own carving tools, which can be expensive. To enroll, please drop by the wood shop to read more detailed information and to put your name on the class registration signup roster. Class size is limited to 8

GLASS PROGRAM

Glass Arts (CER/SG) Contact: Gail Bowers 480-577-6677. Open Studio: Monday & Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Ongoing Classes for new artists

students. For further information, call the instructor: Bob Williamson 425-533-5777.

Monday Morning Twiddlers and Friday Morning Crocheters, Embroiderers and Knitters

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

Do you enjoy crocheting, knitting or stitching? We gather every Monday and Friday mornings from 9-11 in e Fiber Arts Studio We each work on our own project or create items for charities that accept our work including hats and scarves for young people and the homeless.

We make throws that are donated to M.D. Anderson Cancer Treatment Center for patients undergoing treatment.

“Warm Up America” is an ongoing project that accepts our rectangles 9x11 that go to create throws for various people in need Donations of yarn help are most welcome to help with all our work.

Stop by and visit or better still stay awhile and join in.

Need more information, give me a call: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

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ASSISTED LIVING HELP

Do you need help navigating senior living options? A free service for seniors!

Trusted and highly vetted experts can help you find your best options for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Call Corrie Shirey with The Senior Solution Group 480-942-9027

BLINDS & SCREENING

Shine Valley Screen & Awning Sunscreens, patio & screen rooms, security/screen doors, retractable awnings, patio roll curtains, window awnings, wood shutters, rain gutters and alum. pergola. Free estimates. 480612-1012, bonded & insured, license ROC#274491.

CAREGIVERS

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In Home Senior Care

• Companionship

• Meal preparation

• Medication reminders

• Errands-shopping-appointments

• Light housekeeping

• Respite care

Caregivers:

• CPR certified

• Fingerprint card

• TB tested Marcieshomecare.com (480) 714-4043

TLC Cleaning Services One call cleans it all! Professional housekeeper available weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly. 10 years’ experience for dependable, thorough & customizable cleans. Call today 480-529-1600 Serving the East Valley.

Companionship Care Assistant: Basic Services $65 per Day

• Visit up to 2 hrs.

• Run errands up to .6 miles.

• Prepare meals.

• Appointment setter.

• Doctor visits.

• Communicate with family members Special services

• Light housekeeping – extra fee

• Notary service from 8am – 8pm weekly Call Serena 480 232-6613.

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Dovely Touch

Elderly Home Care For all Your Special Needs! Doctor visits, light cleaning, 25 years of experience, and CPR First Aid. Call Cassy (480) 468-0431

AJ Electric Co. LLC. Family owned and operated. Residential, Commercial Licensed Electrician. ROC #321474. Bonded & Insured. Comparative rates. New installs, Breaker upgrade, outlets/ switches changed, ceiling fans and lighting fixtures installed, and all electrical repairs. Call A.J. Electric LLC 480-721-9087.

GARAGE DOOR SERVICE

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Always Open Garage Door Garage Door Repairs Free Service Calls. $20 Off Any Repair. LW Repair Specialist. LIC# ROC 182785 Bonded/Insured. 480-703-9963.

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Eddie's Toolbox - Small Job Handyman. Leisure World Resident. Picture Hanging, Bicycle Repair, Car Waxing, Grab Bar Installation, Assembly, Headlight Restoration, Lamp Repair, Minor Electrical, Miscellaneous. Call/Text Ed 480-390-2091

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Home Remodeling and Rain Gutter Specialist. AZ Rooms, Dual Pane Replacement Windows, Aluminum & Vinyl Siding & Trim Seamless Rain gutters-30 colors. Very reliable-Licensed & Bonded. ROC #114475 Call George 480-820-8711. We love small jobs.

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HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES

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HOUSE RENTALS

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July AZ Landscaping Taking care of your projects for 15 years! Irrigation, tree trimming, Desertscapes, maintenance, Gravel, pavers, wall and turf installation. Call Julio Meneses at 480-386-3954 Free Estimates.

15% SENIOR DISCOUNT, Raul’s Clean-Up & Tree Services. Yard Clean-Up, Tree Topping & Pruning, Trash Removal, Spread Rock, Trimming or Removal, Free Estimates, Affordable Rates. ALL WORK GUARANTEED, PLEASE CALL RAUL (480) 553-4285. WE ARE INSURED.

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Don’t want the hassle of selling! I buy all makes and models. Cars, RV’s, Golf Carts, etc. Forty years of buying experience. Honest and dependable Call or email Rickie today. 480-450-4064 or rickietrainor@gmail.com

PAINTING

AKP Services is now offering RESIDENTIAL

PAINTING in LEISURE WORLD. We will handle all stucco, siding, and drywall repairs. We have been serving the valley for 20+ years. 480.910.5181 – See the GAMES page for more info.

PEST CONTROL

Spartan Pest Control Pest. Weed. Termite Veteran Owned 480-853-3811

PLUMBING

Aqua Tech Plumbing & Drain Senior & Military Discounts ask for David! Over 25 years of experience, drain cleaning, R/O systems, fixtures, water heaters, toilets, water softeners, sewer line locating, leak repairs, slab leaks, repipes, sewer repairs, and much more. Call David 480-507-3335 or 480-2266795 ROC # 228747

PlumbSmart Plumbing ServicesFree estimates - no trip charge! $49 drain cleaning, $99 sewer camera inspection, $189 garbage disposal includes installation. Low-cost toilet replacement, water heaters, softeners and reverse osmosis systems. Whole house re-pipe special, seasonal discounts on furnace and AC tune-ups. Affordable full service plumbing, heating and air-conditioning services. Voted #1 Mesa Plumber and Best East Valley Plumber three years in a row. Senior & Vet discounts. Licensed, bonded & insured ROC223709. Call 480-498-8896.

East Valley Plumbing LLC Family Owned and Operated, we have been providing Customers with Quality Service with Integrity for over 30 years. We are East Valley’s Slab Leak Specialist working with most Homeowner Insurance Companies to get maximum benefits for the Customer. We do re-pipes & reroutes, sewer & drain cleaning, garbage disposals, trenchless excavation, natural gas & propane piping, toilets, water heaters, softeners, faucets & fixtures, leaks, water service and sewer repair & replacement, valves, remodeling. Free estimates & competitive pricing. Senior & cash pay discounts. Call 480-2557325. Licensed, bonded, insured.

RWB PLUMBINGQuality work at affordable prices. Licensed/Bonded/ Insured. Complete Plumbing Service. Re-pipes, toilets, faucets, water heaters, gas lines, faucets, garbage disposals, water services. Senior and Veteran discounts. Visit rwbplumbingusa.com for valuable discounts. When hiring a contractor, always check with the Registrar of Contractors to ensure proper Licensing. We have referrals we are happy to provide. Call 480-332-1457. ROC# 178767.

Stay Cool & Dry – With Full Services HVAC and Plumbing

Installations/Upgrades/Maintenance/ Repairs

ACW Mechanical LLC’s Expert Techs are Ready to Help (480) 735-4447 or (949) 235-3877

No trip charge Senior Discount Available!

ROOFING

Geo Roofing

Maintenance, Repairs, Replacements

Coating, Foam, Shingle, Tile Dealer Direct Pricing No Salesman, Owner Direct ! Cell/text Mike 480-239-4297 Mike@geoaz.com www.geoaz.com

Caruso’s Roofing and Coating. Tile Roof Repairs, Flat Roof Repairs, Skylights and Elastomeric Roof Coatings. Family Owned and Operated. No Job Too Small! FREE ESTIMATES! Call Josh at Caruso’s Roofing & Coating 480-200-7156. ROC #261628.

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We always have more room. Call Elizabeth Ramos at 480-832-0000 Ext. 1178 to reserve your ad space. Reach new customers today!

SPRINKLER / IRRIGATION REPAIR & INSTALLATION

Designing Arizona Landscape

Specializing in all phases of Sprinkler Repair, PVC, Drip Systems, Trouble Shooting. Low prices for Seniors. A+ rating with The Better Business Bureau. Prefect record with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. Arizona License #243110. Bonded & Insured. Free Estimates: 480-380-9966

I Repair Sprinklers Full-Service

Sprinkler Repair & Installation. Specializing in all aspects of sprinkler and drip system repair and installation. Timers, valves, leaks, backflow devices, troubleshooting, etc. Licensed, bonded & insured for your protection, 2-year warranties. Guaranteed lowest priced licensed contractor. Flawless ROC record #243662. Call Mike Smith at 480-233-1009 or schedule online at www.iRepairSprinklers.com.

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ASTROLOGY

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This week could offer more opportunities for ambitious Lambs who are eager to get ahead. But don’t rush into making decisions until you’ve checked for possible hidden problems.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Some light begins to shine on professional and/or personal situations that have long eluded an explanation. Best advice: Don’t rush things. All will be made clear in time.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Although you might want to protest what seems to be an unfair situation, it’s best to keep your tongue and temper in check for now. The full story hasn’t come out yet.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Work prospects are back on track, but watch what you say. A thoughtless comment to the wrong person -- even if it’s said in jest -- could delay or even derail your progress.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A colleague might goad you into saying or doing the wrong thing. It’s best to ignore the troublemaker, even if they rile up your royal self. Your supporters will stand with you.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Careful not to let your on-the-job zealousness create resentment with co-workers who might feel like you shut them out. Prove them wrong by including them in your project.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Although it’s not quite what you hoped for, use your good business sense to make the most of what you’re being offered at this time. Things will improve down the line.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A more positive picture of what lies ahead is beginning to take shape. But there are still too many gaps that need to be filled in before you make definitive plans.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21)

Continue to keep a tight hold on the reins.

This way, you don’t charge willy-nilly into a situation that might appear attractive on the surface but lack substance underneath.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You still need to demand answers to your questions. Remember, your wise counseling earns you respect, but it’s your search for truth that gives you wisdom.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You’ll find people who are happy to help you deal with some difficult situations. And, of course, knowing you, you’ll be happy to return those favors anytime. ... Won’t you?

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Give the special someone in your personal life a large, loving dollop of reassurance. This will go a long way in restoring the well-being of your ailing relationship.

BORN THIS MONTH: You are a delightful paradox. You like things neat and tidy, but you’re also a wonderful host who can throw a really great party. You’re quite versatile. (c) 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

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