Leisure World News December 2022

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ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Board and District Meetings

All meetings subject to change. Updates will be provided.

2023 and Beyond

Leisure World Offices will be closed

Friday, Dec. 23rd, Christmas Eve and Monday, Dec. 26th.

Wednesday Coffee

Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 10, 2023 to attend the Ten-Year Celebration of Wednesday Coffee in the Rec. 2 Hopi Pima Room. From 8:00 am to 9:30 am enjoy coffee, conversation, beverages, treats, a Silent Auction and Raffle with all the proceeds given back to the Community. From 9:30am to 11:00am we will be merging with LW’s Big Band, for your listening and dancing pleasure.

Further details to follow in the January LW newspaper.

December 7 at 8 a.m.

December 14 at 8 a.m.

December 21 at 8 a.m.

December 28 at 8 a.m.

2022

Election Results

By Barb Yapp, Leisure World Board of Directors President

2022 is drawing to a close, however, Leisure World activities never stop.

The Rules and Regulations proposed changes have been posted online for review by the residents. The Rules and Regulations committee worked on the current document for months and it represents the ideas of your peers. The purpose of the Rules and Regulations document is to provide guidelines for Leisure World residents to live harmoniously. Your district chairpersons are expecting resident feedback which will be funneled back to the committee for further discussion. It is vital each Leisure World resident read the proposed changes

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and respond with your thoughts and comments. This is your time to be heard! The tentative timeline is to discuss the document at the December 6, 2022 board work session and approve the changes at the December 21, 2022, open board session. It is the board that votes on the document, and that is why your feedback to district chairs is so important.

Working on the 2023 budget is underway. With inflation running at over 10% in the Phoenix area, Leisure World’s staff is working diligently to combat increases. Finding a new insurance carrier is paramount and the staff is focused on finding a workable solution for 2023.

Leisure World is a complex company, but luckily, we have employees with the skill sets to meet the challenges.

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DISTRICT 4

Chairman

Barb Yapp, Manor 742

Vice Chairman - Secretary / Treasurer

Jan Tedrow, Manor 741

DISTRICT 6 Chairman

Wayne Balmer, Manor 1449

Vice Chairman

Carl Johannesen, Manor 1413

Secretary / Treasurer

John Wilson, Manor 1410

DISTRICT 8 Chairman

Doug Bailey, Manor 2505

Vice Chairman

Vacant Treasurer

Kathleen Wheaton, Manor 2565

Secretary

Claudine Sanchez – Parrot, Manor 2262

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Tis the Season!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Can you believe that we have reached December and the holiday season! I love the holiday season! Right now, I am kneedeep in looking for Lego City kits, vintage arcades for the family room and dolls and dolls and more dollhouses! Along with gifts from Santa, my husband and I are intentional about creating memories for our children. We have a tradition of going to the World of Illumination in Tempe the Saturday before Christmas. We go in our Christmas pajamas and return home to a cocoa and cookie bar and pizza. We also take in all the festivities at the Fairmont Princess hotel in Scottsdale. My children love melting smores and dancing with the holiday characters. This year, we are incorporating the Santa parade here at Leisure World into our holiday adventures. We came

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last year, and it was just amazing! It was such a good feeling to see all of the families together and to hear the excitement of all of the kids throughout the Rec. 1 complex. The parade itself is quite extraordinary! Santa made his appearance at the end in a vintage car no less! I mean, who does it better than Leisure World!

Although Christmas for little people is about toys, Santa and treats. I am a stickler in having my children grow into compassionate adults. Every holiday, we go to Target and purchase gifts for children in shelters. We often give to St. Vincent de Paul or Toys for Tots. I also have my children create gifts for other kids. They have to draw pictures and we send them along to UMOM with fresh baked cookies. It is important that they understand that money can help but love is what transcends. When you create something for someone else, the thought goes a little deeper and it means something different for the giver. My family will also participate in the Jingle All the Way 5k in support of the Mesa Veterans Resource Center. I am looking forward to the swag bags and the fellowship with other families at the Jingle Jam after party. Leisure World is full of the holiday cheer while helping us all create so many wonderful memories.

Is anyone else a Christmas movie fan! Another reason to love this time of year! Hallmark and Lifetime have my full attention for the month of December. There is nothing better than getting cozy under a blanket and absorbing all of the holiday cheer through stories. Of

course, I can’t forget about the classics! It’s A Wonderful Life, Charlie Brown Christmas, A Christmas Carol, and my favorite of all time, White Christmas. Fun fact about me…I love musicals in any form and will sing and dance just as if I am in the film. My husband shakes his head, and my kids think it’s a dance party. Yes, there is a lot happening in my home during the holidays, but I would not change it for anything.

I think that for so many, the holiday season puts us all in a joyful mood because there is so much love spread in these 6 weeks. Think about it, we think about others in ways that we don’t do in our daily lives. Most of us are more considerate and open to participating with others. We are forced to think less about self and become more aware not only of our immediate environment but the world around us.

This holiday season, I wish you and your family nothing but joy, peace, and an abundance of love. Spend time with your families, check on those who may have a hard time during this time, give out more hugs and laugh a lot!

Have a wonderful holiday and remember to live life on purpose with purpose!

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Leisure World Foundation does not only speak this sentiment, but the Foundation also works at making this happen for others. And it cannot be done without Leisure World residents.

Leisure World Foundation’s mission is to provide charitable relief to help meet the needs of elderly, disabled and distressed persons in Mesa and nearby areas, including the Leisure World community. The Foundation has continued this mission since 1996 with volunteers and a lot of passion.

As a nonprofit organization, the Leisure World Foundation, uses only 5% of all donations for administrative purposes. The remainder of donated funds benefits worthy causes.

The generosity of donors has benefitted residents in need, such as Music Therapy classes and Leisure World’s Outreach Specialist Office, which assists residents in difficult emergency situations.

The annual Premiere Lecture Series is also supported with Foundation funds. These are free informational and entertaining speakers during the fall and winter seasons. Attendees have provided positive feedback about these presentations.

Donation Options

How can a Leisure World resident get involved and make a difference? Donations are always accepted for specific or unrestricted giving. It is the time of year when donating may make sense.

IRA: Individuals 70-1/2 or older can give directly from their IRA to qualified charities without paying federal income tax on distribution. This option provides tax savings to donors even if they do not itemize deductions. The funds must be transferred directly to the Leisure World Foundation. Please consult with a tax advisor.

In Memory Of: Gifts in honor of or in memory of an individual may be made at any time. They are promptly acknowledged by the Foundation. Various projects have benefitted from these funds,

Happy Holidays!

especially the large print books in the Leisure World library.

Attached to this article is a form that can be used and dropped off at the Admin Building’s reception desk.

Consider the difference you can make here in Leisure World and the surrounding community. And Happy Holidays will be more meaningful!

Congratulations, Barry!

Barry Jacobsen, current vice president of Leisure World Foundation, received a Distinguished Alumni Award from University of WisconsinMadison, College of Agricultural & Life Sciences.

He earned the award after launching a career in three land-grant universities in the fields of plant pathology and integrated pest management. He is a Fulbright alumnus and holds eight patents. Barry has served in different roles as a professor, department head and associate director and dean at Montana State University. He has also served on the faculties of the University of Illinois and Auburn University. His background proved to be invaluable as coordinator for USDA integrated pest management programs in Washington D.C. for two years.

The award honors meritorious service to the college and university, to the citizens of Wisconsin, and to people around the nation and the world.

The Foundation is fortunate to benefit from Barry’s leadership skills and experience as we continue into 2023. Congratulations to Barry Jacobsen!

Premiere Speaker Series

The Buckhorn Baths presentation by Jay Mark, historian on Wednesday, November 9 was attended by approximately 300 people. His photos and remarks told of the humble beginnings of Buckhorn Baths from cottages to a motel that attracted celebrities and athletes seeking medicinal relief from the hot natural waters.

The next speaker is the popular Bill Harrison who will speak about “Ancient Ruins in Arizona” on Wednesday, January 18. A large display will also be presented by The Photography Club as part of the night.

If you have heard a speaker and would like them to come to Leisure World as part of this speaker series, please write to LWFoundationAZ@gmail.com

The planning for the 2023-24 season will begin soon and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Leisure World Foundation Brings Valley Goldmine to our Community

Valley Goldmine pays cash for your unwanted gold, silver, platinum, and coins. 10% of the sales are going back to your Leisure World Foundation. They are a highly reputable business known for treating clients fairly. They have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

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Our mission is to provide charitable relief to help meet the needs of elderly, disabled and distressed persons in the Mesa, Arizona, and nearby

January 26th, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Queen Card Room/Rec.1.

By appointment only; contact or text Laurie Quartermain at 480-277-1545 to schedule your visit or email laurie@valleygoldmine.com.

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The Big 80! Happy Birthday wishes and cake for three pickleball players!

From left: Bob Godfrey, Georgiana Vaughn, Dick Zengel

Did you know

By Eric Cobb

… That you must put all charity pick up appointments on your guest list. … That we observe the same traffic rules inside L.W. as the city does. … Transponders can not be removed and replaced after they have been installed.

SOCIAL MEDIA “GURU”

Don’t Miss Out!

By: Carley Cathemer

As we are all taking the giant step into the world known as the internet, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Carley Cathemer, I am Leisure World’s Social Media “Guru”, I have been the face behind the Facebook and Instagram accounts you see popping up. I am thrilled to be here at Leisure World and am excited to have some fun with all of you.

As many of you already know, social media is a great way to get news from around the world, state, and now even your community. With all your friends and neighbors returning to our little slice of home things are going to get very exciting around here. We plan on using these accounts to help us crowdsource information, get ideas, announce, and remind of upcoming events and highlight all of you!

If you have any questions, you can catch me in the Library on Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. with my “Social Media Help Here” sign. I look forward to getting to meet all of you on and offline.

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Making Christmas Brighter

Photo and Story Submitted by Kaye West

Christmas will be a bit brighter in December for many area children, thanks to a collaborative effort of the Woodshop and Quilters. As early as 2003 these two Leisure World clubs have annually donated hand-crafted toys to local organizations. They take wooden cars as well as cradles with dolls and linens to such charities as Mesa Police Department, the Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots, East Mesa Baptist Church, the Navajo Indian Reservation, and Sunshine Acres for distribution to disadvantaged children.

As an all-year project, the cars this year were made by Charlie Dyck, Tom Atchison, Gary Gale, and Jim Lane. Vince Dermont, Ira Leibowitz, Mike Sweador, and Bill Moulthrop built the cradles, and the woodshop purchased the dolls.

The colorful quilts, mattresses, pillows, and receiving blankets were created by Mary Johnson, Helen Mosley, Marie Sharkey, Rhonda Vaglio, and Kaye West.

The Leisure World Quilters have donated many other items to local charities this year including 175 quilts, 60 clothing protectors, and 25 doggie pillows. Both clubs invite others to participate in these activities by joining their clubs and are grateful for purchases at the bi-annual art shows which fund the donations.

By Jack Babb

As you probably know from all of the television commercials, the Medicare open enrollment period is upon us and will last until December 7, 2022. This is the period in which those who are already in the system can make certain changes in their Medicare choices. For the growing population in Leisure World that are still in the work force, you may be about to take a look at those choices for the first time. Medicare eligibility for seniors begins at age 65, though some people qualify before that time because of a disability or other circumstance. Your initial enrollment period for Medicare begins three months before the month of your 65th birthday and ends three months after the month you turn 65. You do not have to wait until the open enrollment period for your initial enrolment and you do not have to be receiving your Social Security Benefits in order to receive Medicare. Let’s take a look at the four parts of Medicare, and a few options for supplemental coverage.

Parts A and B - Original Medicare

Original Medicare is managed through the federal government. The biggest upside to Original Medicare is that it covers your healthcare needs anywhere within the United States as long as the provider accepts Medicare. Coverage is not limited to your local region. In most cases, you do not need a referral to see a specialist. The downside is that without some type of supplemental coverage, you could end up paying very high co-pays. Also, drug coverage is not included in Original Medicare and a part D plan must be added on. You can add supplemental coverage through a Medigap policy as discussed below. Some people may be able to add supplemental coverage from a current or former employer or union or from Medicaid. Even with some of those supplemental coverages in place, you may still need to add on a Part D plan for prescription drug coverage.

Part A: Covers hospital stays, hospice care and a very narrow amount of short-term skilled nursing care. Most people do not need to pay for Part A premiumsthey are free as long as you qualify for a social security benefit. You do not have to be actively collecting your social security benefit - you just need to be eligible to collect one. However, deductibles and co-insurance amounts can be very high if a catastrophic condition occurs. Also, unlike with Part C Medicare Advantage Plans, there is no annual cap on the out-of-pocket costs you may have to pay in a given year.

How Medicare Works

Part B: Covers doctor visits, lab tests, diagnostic screenings, medical equipment, ambulance transportation and other outpatient services. Most people will have to pay the standard part B premium of $164.90 a month in 2023, unless you are still employed and receive these benefits through your employer sponsored health insurance. There is a 20% co-pay for most part B services and there is no cap on the amount you may have to pay out of your pocket in a given year.

Part C - Medicare Advantage

Part C (also known as a Medicare Advantage Plan) is a bundle of all services in Parts A and B with a private insurance company. Unlike Parts A and B, Part C is not administered by the Federal Government. Costs vary by insurer and market. Most people still pay the standard part B premium of $164.90 a month in 2023. You will also usually pay a separate premium for the Medicare Advantage Plan itself, although some plans have no premium and a few even give you some money back from your part B premiums. Most Medicare Advantage plans also include prescription drug coverage. But not all plans do, so if prescription drug coverage is important to you, make sure that you choose the right plan, because you cannot add a separate Part D Plan to a Medicare Advantage Plan. Not all of these plans cover the same benefits, so make sure to read the plan descriptions carefully.

The biggest upsides to Medicare Advantage plans as opposed to Original Medicare are that these plans are much simpler for you to manage as everything goes through one place and they might cover extras like dental, hearing, or vision. Also, these plans have a yearly limit on what you pay out of pocket for services Medicare Part A and Part B cover. Once you reach your plan’s limit, you’ll pay nothing for services Part A and Part B covers for the rest of the year.

The biggest downside might be the scope of the networks that are available. Medicare Advantage plans generally are either health maintenance organizations (HMOs) or preferred provider organizations (PPOs). In HMOs, you typically choose a primary care doctor, who will then direct your care and usually will have to give you a referral to see a specialist. PPOs have networks of doctors that you can see and facilities you can use, often without the need for a referral. If you

go to a provider who is not in the plan’s network, you likely will pay more. If you plan to travel, you will want to be very careful in taking a look at the scope of the network for the Medicare Advantage Plan that you choose. While emergency care is usually available outside of network, routine care is usually not.

Part D - Prescription Drug Plans

Medicare Part D are optional, add-on prescription drug plans offered by Medicare through private insurance companies. The details of what these plans cover and how vary wildly, but it is important to note that Part D can only be added to Original Medicare plans. It can’t be added to Medicare Advantage plans. But the good news is that most Medicare Advantage plans already cover prescription drugs. If you choose to supplement Original Medicare with a Medigap supplemental plan, those plans do not include drug coverage, but you CAN add a Part D Plan to Medigap if prescription drug coverage is important to you.

Medigap

Medigap plans, also known as Medicare supplement insurance, are optional private insurance plans offered through Medicare that help you pay for your share of Medicare services. Medigap can be pricy and there is a wide range of prices and coverages available.

What if I can get health insurance through my workplace?

If you wait too long after your 65th birthday to sign up for Medicare Part B, you’ll face a 10 percent increase in your Part B premiums for every year-long period

you were eligible to enroll but didn’t. That can add up! There are also financial implications associated with waiting too long to sign up for a Part D drug plan. However, you might be able to stay on your health plan through your workplace (or your spouse’s workplace) after you turn 65 and not face any penalties for signing up for Medicare later. The first step is to ask the plan administrator what you or your spouse’s options are.

If the company has 20 or more employees, you should be able continue with this job-based health insurance. You may want to sign up for Medicare Part A because it’s generally free, but you may opt not to sign up for Part B in order to avoid paying the monthly premiums. Keep in mind that it’s important to sign up for Part B before or within eight months of your or your spouse’s departure from the job and loss of coverage as an active employee to avoid a late-enrollment penalty.

If the insurance comes through a company with fewer than 20 employees, Medicare usually begins to pay its part of insurance claims when you turn 65, and the employer coverage becomes secondary. If that is the case, you should still sign up for Medicare within your seven-month initial enrollment period to avoid coverage gaps and penalties. Once again, check with the plan’s administrator, especially if the company has fewer than 20 employees.

Where to get additional information

If you have questions about your unique situation there are two great organizations that you can contact for free. These organization are not brokers and will help you sort through the many choices that are in front of you. The Medicare Rights Center is a National Non-profit organization that operates a help line that you can call at 1-800-333-4114. The State Health Insurance and Assistance Program (named SHIP in most states) provides unbiased help to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers. You can call the Arizona offices at 1-800-432-4040. You can also take a look at Medicare options available in your area at www.medicare.gov. If you meet certain income requirements, you may qualify for the Extra Help Program to pay for part of your prescription drug costs. Contact the Social Security Administration for more information at 1-800-772-1213.

By Bob Bennett

My Story: Before retiring in 2014, Barbara Larsen was a Commercial Interior Designer, specializing in hospitals and medical facilities. She lives in Manor 1161 with her husband Kent Larsen who is a retired architect.

My Family: The Larsens have three children. One daughter, Kjerstin Lifto, is a social worker. She lives in Canistota, South Dakota, with her husband Chris, a retired Army Chinook helicopter pilot. They have three children. Their son, Jared Larsen, is a computer engineer/game designer. He lives in El Granada, California, with his wife Sarah, who is a stay-at-home mom to their 4 children. Their other daughter, Kendra Harms, lives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota with her husband Chad. Together they have four children. Both Kendra and Chad are certified occupational hand therapists.

My Leisure World Discovery: Barbara’s parents, Ralph & Betty Braun, wintered here in Leisure World for about 20 years. During this time, Barbara and her family would spend every other Christmas with them. On the off year, Barbara and Kent would come down

in February without their children for a break from the frigid South Dakota winters. After many years, Barbara’s folks sold their home in Leisure World. So, when it came time for them to retire, Barbara and Kent couldn’t imagine being anywhere else. They bought a home in Leisure World in 2014. This last summer they sold their home in South Dakota, but they have a motor home which is now where they will spend their summer months.

My Leisure World Hometown: Barbara’s hobbies include painting, jewelry making, and lapidary. She enjoys gathering with friends, family, and her lady’s bible study group. She belongs to the Sonoran Club, the Art Association, the Jewelry/Lapidary Club, PEO, the Rovers RV Club, and the Wine Tasting Group. She is also serving on the ACC Committee, the Rules and Regulations Committee, and the District 7 Landscaping Committee.

My Leisure World Favorites: According to Barbara, the weather, and the people – combined, they make it fun to be here!

Thanks Barbara, for making Leisure World your hometown!

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By Sue De Carlo

Library Hours & Staffing - Please note the library desk is scheduled to be occupied by helpful volunteers from 8 am to 4 pm every day once the part-time residents return.

The Wall Street Journal – Our subscription to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) runs out on December 31. The cost of renewal is a whopping $600. This library is run on volunteerism, donations and what we earn from book sales. We cannot renew the WSJ with the money on hand. If you want the convenience of having the WSJ here, please make a donation to the Leisure World Library and note that it is for the WSJ subscription. Donations can be put into the wooden box on top of the circulation desk.

Meet a Really Popular Author – C.J. Box- Box is a NY Times bestselling author of 30 novels including the Joe Pickett series, 7 stand-alone novels and a collection of short stories. His books have sold over 10 million copies in the US and have been translated into 27 different languages. Box has won many awards for his work both in the US and abroad in France and Japan. Born in Wyoming, Box has worked as a ranch hand, surveyor, fishing guide, newspaper reporter and editor and he owned an international travel agency together with his wife winning the “Big Wyo” tourism award from the State Tourism Industry. He is an avid outdoorsman hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and skiing in Wyoming and mountain country throughout the west. He and his wife Laurie currently live on his ranch and enjoy visits from their three daughters and two grandchildren.

Author New to the Leisure World Library - Alaina Urquhart – Co-host of the popular podcast ‘Morbid’ Urquhart is an autopsy technician.

Married with three daughters she lives and works in Boston. Urquhart has degrees in criminal justice, psychology and biology. She hosts two other podcasts called Crime Countdown and Scream. Urquhart believes she brings a new perspective to the genre of psychological horror.

Review of New Author’s Book – The Butcher and the Wren This tale is told from the dual perspective of a notorious serial killer and the medical examiner following where his trail of victims lead. The story is set in the Louisiana bayou where a killer with a penchant for medical experimentation is hard at work completing his most harrowing crime yet and taunting the authorities who are desperately trying to catch him. Enter forensic

pathologist Dr. Wren Muller who has never before been unable to solve a case. As the cases pile up in her morgue, Wren is sucked into an all-consuming cat-andmouse chase with a brutal murderer getting more brazen by the day. goodreads.com calls this “an addictive read with straight-from-the-morgue details only an autopsy technician could provide. The Butcher and the Wren promises to ensnare all who enter." Of 12990 readers who rated this book 62% gave either 4 or 5 stars.

New Non-fiction: Paul Newman The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man – A Memoir Research for this memoir was begun by Newman in 1986 and lasted 5 years. His closest friend, screenwriter Stewart Stern was to compile an oral history based on conversations with family, co-workers and friends about Newman’s life. Then Newman would give his side of the story. Newman stipulated that anyone who spoke on the record had to be completely honest including himself. Richard Russo in the NY Times Oct 18, 2022 opined that the resulting book was somewhat less harsh than originally planned due to input from Newman’s daughters who did not want their dad’s image to suffer. Russo ended his review stating; “Newman’s voice comes through loud and clear, offering a first-person glimpse into the heart and mind of a man we imagined we knew. The book provides compelling evidence we didn’t.” Kirkus Reviews describes Newman’s book as “a revealing memoir of a life marked by pain, grief, and regret. Intimate reflections on an extraordinary life steeped in sadness." Out of 527 ratings on goodreads.com 84% assigned either 4 or 5 stars.

New Acquisitions By some Favorite Authors

Life Changes – Out of the Clear Blue Sky by Kristan Higgins

a plethora of tough topics, including infertility and sexual assault, and give them the respect they deserve while also crafting a story that’s full of hope. With a blend of humor and poignancy reminiscent of Nora Ephron’s Heartburn, Lillie’s witty narration never obscures the very real devastation that she feels as the family she loved breaks apart.” According to goodreads. com this is a “funny and surprising novel about second chances and why the lies we tell ourselves are the most dangerous. It’s the end of Lillie’s life as she knew it. But sometimes the perfect next chapter surprises you.”

Mystery – The Shadow Murders The 9th Department Q Novel by Jussi Adler- Olsen

Department Q is Denmark’s premier cold case department staffed by a team of intrepid misfits. The existence of a serial killer with a career dating back over 20 years is discovered during an investigation of a seeming accidental death. Every other year since 1988 there have been unusual, impeccably timed deaths with connections between them that cannot be ignored. An in-depth investigation makes clear that these ‘accidents’ are in fact murders by a cunning and violent serial killer who if the prior schedule is followed is due to strike again soon. To complicate matters, COVID 19 shuts down government offices so the team goes underground to continue their investigations. Out of 3300 reviews, 75% gave The Shadow Murders either 4 or 5 stars. Only 4% gave fewer than 3 stars.

Large Print Western – Disturbing the Peace by Terrence McCauley Featuring Deputy US Marshall Jeremiah Halstead, this is the second book in the Halstead Series. In this western thriller, Ed Zimmerman a wanted gang leader hiding out in the hills of Montana puts a bounty on the marshal’s head. Halstead’s duty is to stay alive long enough to bring Zimmerman to justice. The author is known for historical accuracy, three-dimensional characters, and non-stop, adrenaline-fueled action. On goodreads.com 90% of readers gave Disturbing the Peace either 4 or 5 stars.

Library Thanks and Stats

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When empty-nester Lillie Silver’s husband dumps her for another woman she is shocked that she isn’t heartbroken but furious. How to vent her fury? Should she show up at his wedding dressed as the angel of death or release a skunk into his newly furnished home? Sure, probably not. But it beats just mopping around. Lillie finds allies in her glamorous sister, the man who ran her over with a car and her ex husband’s niece. A band of well drawn interesting characters inhabit her life. Kirkus Review says; “A beautifully told blend of grief, hope, and humor... Higgins manages to address

Many thanks to all those who may have tucked a donation into the box on the library desk this past month. Your generosity funds the book purchases that keep our inventory fresh and refreshing. The library just couldn’t function without your thoughtfulness.

Carolin's Challenge

The proposed new Fiber Arts Multipurpose Building needs your help.

I have $300,000.00 available to utilize towards the cost of the new building. Having lived here in Leisure World for the past 14 years, I am well aware of the need to replace the current Sewing Room at Rec. 1 home base for the eight groups that make up the Fiber Arts group. Currently, we all use other locations none of which provide adequate space, electricity, storage, efficient furnishings, and the list goes on.

In August of 2021, I was blessed with a totally unexpected inheritance. I had meetings with the Leisure World Board of Directors, the community manager, and certain staff members. A plan was developed regarding location, engineering study, and actual architectural drawings. The Fiber Arts building was designed with our needs in mind which could also provide a new meeting location for other groups.

The Leisure World Foundation had hoped to come on board to assist with further fundraising. Unfortunately, under their current guidelines, the foundation is unable to offer their services.

So here we are $300,000.00 seed money.

A possible contribution from the Homeowner’s future development fund has yet to be voted on.

My challenge to all my fellow residents is: Help me raise the funds needed for the Fiber Arts and MultiPurpose Building. In order for the project to proceed you need to let me know if you would be willing to offer your financial gift to complete the project.

Thank you all for your support!

By Bob Bennett

My Story: Linda retired in 2014 after 10 years as a design consultant with HOM Furniture, and 20 years with Ethan Allen prior to that. Her career with Ethan Allen included customer service and communications director, training/mentoring design consultants, and managing one of the four stores in the Twin Cities.

My Family: Linda was married for 14 years and has two daughters. Her oldest daughter, Tara, is a nurse practitioner for Nextcare Urgent Care. Tara is the mother of Linda’s two grandsons, aged 17 and 9, and they live in Gilbert, Arizona. Linda’s younger daughter, Megan, lives with her along with her two dogs.

My Leisure World Discovery: Linda first heard of Leisure World when her grandparents put a deposit on a lot in Leisure World. However, the floorplans offered at the time didn’t suit her grandmother who had definite ideas on design and decorating. So, they canceled their deposit. But Linda’s parents wintered here for over 20 years, finally buying a home in 2009. During that time, Linda visited her parents and as she drew closer to retirement age, she began to consider

a Leisure World condo that she could remodel. But when the time to retire came in February 2016, she was lucky enough to get her current house and make it her home.

My Leisure World Hometown: According to Linda, she is blessed with great friends and neighbors. Her days are filled with transporting her grandsons to and from school and basketball, and caring for her daughter Megan, along with her dogs, Brea, and Godiva. She is also one of the ACC reps for District 6.

She had a card and calligraphy business when she was a stay-at-home mom, but computer fonts have made the work a lot easier, so she no longer pens poetry. Her goals include getting back into art, and possibly sewing, but she has not committed herself yet.

What Linda likes best about Leisure World is all the people who “speak to my soul”. She especially enjoys Wednesday morning coffee when there’s time, and her front patio gatherings when the weather permits. Thanks Linda, for making Leisure World your hometown!

By Colleen Cottrell

December 7, 1941, It begins

It would forever be known as “Pearl Harbor Day”, due to the unprovoked air attack by Japanese forces against our own armed forces located at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The next day, in response to President Roosevelt’s speech to Congress, an official Declaration of War was issued against Japan. It would be followed three days later with a similar declaration against Germany.

For the next 3 years and 10 months, the citizens of the United States would be required to make sacrifices as the nation joined with others in the fight for democracy.

The children were also called upon and some have vivid memories of that time. Others “Nothing special”. One boy, now in his 80s has a very traumatic memory but it was what he experienced changing school systems and had nothing to do with the war. The actual announcement of the attack on Pearl Harbor is not recalled by many.

Having his 9th birthday that Sunday was Terry, living with his family in Missouri. Yet he says “I don’t recall any of the kids who were there, and we moved (from Trenton, Missouri to California) soon after.” He remembers the adults in another room, listening to the radio, and they were very sad and crying. “I don’t remember it being a particularly traumatic period for me---I may have been shielded from most war details and my stepfather (who was in the Navy) eventually returned safely”.

But Bill age 6 remembers being told and wondering “What is Pearl Harbor?” He thought it might be a “giant pearl”. He remembers the radio as “a very big deal”. His father was in the Navy; he had re-enlisted rather than be drafted and was a Chief Petty Officer. Once re-enlisted the family moved from Ohio to Alameda, California into Naval housing

eventually was overseas in the Marshall Islands: his aircraft was shot down at one point but he was rescued. He eventually returned home with pictures of the people of the Pacific islands where he had been stationed. He also recalls the black-and-white newsreels before movies that brought the war home on film in a way that radio and newspapers couldn’t.

Yet the biggest trauma of that period was totally unconnected to the war. By 4th grade, the family had moved to Long Island, New York. The school system was rigid in its approach to learning and so was his teacher who publicly and repeatedly called him her “pain in the neck from California.” The school had a learn-at-your-own-pace philosophy, and he was having difficulty with reading. Then one day she gave him a 3rd-grade reader and forced him to read out loud in front of the entire class as they laughed at him. He calls it being the most traumatic memory and doesn’t recall anything else being especially difficult during this period.

Along with Bill, others were aware of the attack. Marilyn had just been to Mass with her mother and was eating with both parents at a nearby hotel restaurant as they often did on Sunday mornings. She and her parents noted people standing or sitting around speaking to each other in hushed tones. It was only on leaving the restaurant that a local newspaper EXTRA told the news “PEARL HARBOR ATTACKED!” She was 3 months shy of her 6th birthday but still, it registered. Californians wondered if they would be attacked next and how soon.

And even though only 3 years old at the time, Barbara clearly remembers the family was driving home to Peoria from Grandma’s house in Belmont, Illinois when the announcement came on the car radio. “I don’t remember a lot, but I’ve always remembered that.”

Anita, also only 5, and living on a family farm in Central Kansas remembers that radio announcement which came from Washington, D.C. She recalls a feeling of fear and the war years that followed as a terrifying time. The farm was close to the Santa Fe Rail lines, and she had a green chair, and she would watch the troop trains going by. “Everybody was very sad”, especially as the trains carried the young to a war from which they might not survive.

Back in California, James, Jr., called “Jay” and 8 years old was sitting on the back porch when his mother came out and said quietly “World War II has started”. She had reason to be concerned. His father was a Captain in the US Army. As a civil engineer, he was responsible for building army facilities all over the country. Jay, meanwhile, often changed schools, (27 in all) and enjoyed listening to “The Lone Ranger” on the radio and collecting stamps. Then came his father’s deployment to Attu, a part of the Aleutian Islands. And the site of the only battle to take place on American soil. Before leaving, he called Jay, now age 11, aside and giving him a watch said, “Now you are the Man of the Family”. With two younger brothers, he now would be expected to help his mother and keep the boys in line. A big responsibility for a boy.

But with all the husbands and fathers going to war one this was likely played out in many other homes during that period.

Lola, age 12, living in Springville, Arizona didn’t worry about the Japanese, but did worry that the Germans were “going to come and kill us all”. The 2nd of six children of a single mother, she went to work as a dishwasher

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where her mother and older sister worked as waitresses. This changed when the family moved to Phoenix which held the chance for a better job and the two boys went with their father and Lola could return to school.

Carol, age 5 and living in Boston, Massachusetts, also remembers those years when fear of Germans was paramount. She describes herself as a “latch-key kid” thanks to a hard-working single Mom and recalls the frightening sound of the air-raid sirens and then searchlights scanning the skies for enemy aircraft. But also, of a general feeling of “Unity”. She never heard slurs toward anyone; Those in service wore their uniforms all the time and were given free passes to movies. She loved the music of the time. Like “We’ll Meet Again” (Vera Lynn) and “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” (Andrew Sisters). Ships were in the Harbor-” We were all one”

The war definitely included the children- she had her own little “victory garden” thanks to a special program for kids. An older man helped her with it. They would have lunch together.

Kauai, in the Hawaiian Islands and 120 miles from Oahu where Pearl Harbor is located, is the Garden Isle and was described by an author as an idyllic place. Few in numbers but with a mixture of cultures and ethnicities, Grace who was very young also, remembers all got along. The Japanese-Americans who lived there didn’t experience prejudice against others even after 40,000 Americans came and the island became an important training area for troops pre-deployment to the Pacific theater.

While the mainland interned all Japanese Americans only those with business ties to Japan and one Buddhist minister was deprived of their liberty. The island became a major military training area, using all of the islands to prepare troops for what they might expect as they would fight their way toward Japan. It was here Grace lived with her family. Her worst memory is of the same as Carol in Boston and Carolin in England, i.e. that of air raid sirens. The two-tone ear piercing sounded regularly. (Carolin stated it was inadvertently described as that of an ambulance siren. It’s the sound heard in films like “Mrs. Miniver” she states).

It was necessary to be home by 8 p.m. If still out, a soldier would escort the person to their home. And like in England, there were shelters that were basically dugout areas in the dirt. The primary difference was Grace’s held 3 families. “And we got snacks”. And everywhere throughout the country blackout curtains or paper sealed off the indoor lights after dark. Perhaps because the home was considered the women’s domain, it was the women who remembered the rationing of goods, foodstuffs more specifically.

As children, they particularly remembered missing sugar (and Anita Banana!) they especially missed having meat, coffee, dairy, canned milk, and butter. I personally remember the butter substitute which was lard or shortening with an orange food color button in

the middle to impart the color of butter when mixed in. Of course, it didn’t work if you put your thumbnail thru the button and messed up the food color as I did! But gasoline and other fuels, along with automobiles, rubber, and nylons (ladies put a line with eyebrow pencil down their calves to look like nylons). Some had allotments, such as farmers, or the military for needed items such as gas. While there were those who would hoard, this was considered unpatriotic, and it was nowhere near what existed during the initial shortages during the recent pandemic that I can recall any adults mentioning.

While the Japanese never did invade the United States mainland Jay relays a less common experience, seeing a “Fire balloon” A Japanese invention designed to cause widespread havoc and devastation.

Airborne weapons made of mulberry oak and paper that were filled with incendiary devices that would explode when the balloon crashed starting fires everywhere. The Japanese had made the discovery of what is now known as the jet stream and surmised it would carry the balloons across the ocean to the U.S. In fact, they were sighted from Alaska to the Mexican border. While some did start fires, most of the 9000 they released crashed into the ocean. However, one landed starting a fire in which 5 Americans lost their lives. Jay spotted one in Northern California which did crash and start fires which were put out.

Because trains were needed to transport people vital to the war, troops included, it took a special permit to ride. Marilyn’s father needed to send her to a family in the East and obtained one but was unable to accompany her. A woman traveling agreed to watch her as she was only 8 years old. But the woman had to depart at Nebraska, so Marilyn was on her own the rest of the way to Chicago. Fortunately, the young men on the train looked after her like a younger sister. Hard to imagine today allowing a child to travel alone; the airlines set a minimum age and one of 8 requires a special charge due to the extra responsibility. And at 3 ½, her younger sister (me), also remembers a troop train (it was summer 1945) where she was lifted up to tickle a sleeping sailor’s feet while he slept. He awoke gruffly and when seeing his assailant immediately offered her candy. As you may have noticed I’ve only used first names as that’s how those who contributed to this article were children.

Our last little person is Sue and here are her memories. It was on an afternoon in summer 1943. I was 4 years old and living in Brooklyn, NY with my mom and dad,

grandmother, and brother. The Air Raid sirens woke me from my nap. Dark window shades had been drawn throughout the house and no electric lights had been lit. It was very dim. I searched for anyone from my family and found the house to be empty. My dad was an air raid warden as his hearing disability made him ineligible for other types of service. I went into the street thinking he would be patrolling. I was very frightened and crying loudly as I walked between the houses up one side of the street and down the other seeking my father or anyone. The street was deserted except for a big brown dog named Buster. Buster came to me and brushed gently with his huge head. He was a friend, so I clung to him as I screamed for my dad. There was another warden on our street who came to my rescue and took me to my father located on a neighbor’s roof. I have never gotten that day and the frightful feeling of loss and the kindness of Buster and my neighbor. As it turned out, my mother and brother had gone to the market, grandma was visiting a neighbor and dad was at home with me until the air raid called him away. Brooklyn experienced several air raids but was never bombed. My other two memories of the war involved walking the curbs seeking silver foil-lined gum wrappers which we peeled free of paper and pressed into a large “silver” ball that went to the “war effort” to be melted down. Many children at that time were engaged in the salvage efforts. (writer’s note: We did the same in East Los Angeles where I lived and saved melted bacon grease which grocers bought).

Many foods were rationed which means they were scarce. Being anemic, I was under a doctor’s orders to eat liver and spinach at least three times a week. My grandmother gave up her share of meat rations so I could have extra, and a neighbor gave us fresh spinach from her garden because I hated it from the can. These were extraordinary times, and it was wonderful how everyone tried to help others in any way they could. Wartime cooperation and kindness were great lessons for the rest of my life.

The writer thanks the following for their contributions: Theron “Terry” Bowers, Bill Johnstone, Carolin Lowy, Grace Nakazawa, Barbara Peters, Lola Phillips, James and Marilyn Stogsdill, and especially Sue DeCarlo for the above.

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By Bob Bennett

Nothing says Christmas like a gift-laden tree. But of course, you must first find the right tree. When I was a boy, we would go to the Christmas tree lot and wander up and down the aisles until my father found one that suited him. At that point, my mother would have to approve and then we would take it home tied to the top of our Buick.

The next step would be to line the garage floor with lots of newspaper and then fire up the air compressor. The noise from that thing would rival the Queen Mary departing for England. My father would then install the new tree in the stand, making sure it was centered just right. And then he began to spray with his paint gun. Our tradition was a silver tree and all blue lights. I remember the smell of paint and evergreen and the compressor pounding as the green tree turned silver. And then of course it had to dry.

Luckily, I was too young to be of much assistance, so all I had to do was look and wonder. And wonder I did. What would Santa bring to put under this beautiful blue and silver tree? My mother would hang all the ornaments, and of course, they were blue as well. My father would then put the famous silver plastic star on top and we were done.

My grandmother, who had been a seamstress by trade, made custom stockings which we hung from the mantle. On top of the mantle was the nativity scene complete with cotton snow and all the important characters. There were angels, shepherds, wise men, animals, and of course Mary and Joseph and little Jesus in a manger. And then it was done. All that was left was to wait for Santa’s arrival, and that was the hardest part of all.

The tradition was that we would go out to dinner on Christmas Eve. After dinner, we would start home and my father would suggest we go for a drive and look at Christmas lights. My mother never went on these adventures, always feigning a migraine or something urgent she had to do. We would drop her off at our house and then take off to see the wonders of our neighbor’s yards. We would be gone for an hour or two and by the time we got home, mysteriously Santa had come and gone. My mother pretended that she hadn’t noticed Santa’s visit, but there it was. The tree was dwarfed by the piles of presents. The stockings were stuffed with fruit and nuts, and always the Life Saver Story Book. The cookies and milk were drained. How could she not have noticed all this activity?

We tore into the packages, especially the odd-shaped ones. I remember so many special things from those

days. There were Erector Sets, Lincoln Logs, chemistry sets, doctor kits, and best of all, Hardy Boy mysteries. There were double-holster gun sets, bb guns, and a series of matched classic books. I remember those most fondly. There was Black Beauty, Tom Sawyer, Robin Hood, Treasure Island, and many, many more. I had the whole collection and loved reading them repeatedly.

As I got older, the toys got more sophisticated. I remember a Wham-o slingshot and a pogo stick. One year there was a real miniature steam engine that really worked. And who can forget Lionel and the fabulous trains that circled around the tree. And the mess! But soon the last packages were open, and it was time to go to bed. But who could sleep when your only thought was to get up early and start playing with your new toys!

And then it was time to put childhood fantasies away. I promised my parents that I would not disclose Santa’s true identity to my brother or sister. Everyone must experience their own passage. But the true delight from all of this was reliving the fantasy years later with my own twin daughters. No, the tree was no longer painted silver, and the trimmings were not all blue. But more importantly, we shared the joy of Christmas together as a family, and that’s what lives on in my memory to this day.

LET’S TALK REAL ESTATE

By Mike Ryan (Designated Broker)

Welcome back to Leisure World! The real estate market has seen a change in direction since last March and depending on what side you look at (Sellers / Buyers) the view seems to be the same. Sellers are listing with expectations of the past market and buyers are having expectations that pricing will fall.

The current real estate market is balanced. Not favoring the seller and not favoring the buyer. This market can be championed by the experience of your RE/MAX Classic Realtor. Our complete knowledge of Leisure World is insurmountable. Did you know that we have every Manor original floor plan? Our office has every plat and survey map. We have all relevant forms that are needed to complete the real estate transaction. Outside agents struggle to get the correct paperwork into LWCA administration which could delay closing.

RE/MAX Classic understands the market and we communicate this information directly to

our clients. We track real estate on several fronts, number of listings, pricing, days on the market, and closing numbers. Percentage of list price to closing price and any concessions that are given.

If you are considering selling your manor, you can meet with several agents and you can choose from their listing presentations. The question I’d suggest is how many transactions have you completed? Were they professional, diligent, and extremely knowledgeable? If you are thinking about having a new roof put on your manor you would meet with several roofing companies before approving one to complete the job. You should do the same with real estate agents.

The RE/MAX Classic office is here for all your real estate needs. We are also highly experienced outside of Leisure World real estate.

We look forward to earning your trust. Stop by the office anytime or call us at 480-832-7451

Market “Break Downs” with Mike!

QWhat separates REMAX Classic from outside real estate agents? Why should I look to REMAX Classic as my “go-to” for my real estate needs?

ARE/MAX Classic Realtors have proven that experience, trust, professionalism, and diligence in all efforts separate our agents from others.  Knowledge and familiarity with individual markets, and individual homes in each market is the key to our success.  Repeat business from satisfied clients drives us to be the best we can be.

QIn the current market, as a buyer, what are some options available to me now, that were not available at the beginning of the year?

AExcellent question, the market has shifted to a balanced market which has surprised many in the industry.  The Seller and Buyer now have different expectations, for example, from the beginning of 2022 through March 2022 it was a strong Seller market.  Homes were sold quickly at and above the List price. The buyer had little time to consider before acting on purchasing.  April through November 2022 the buyer has time to shop around and with a REMAX Classic agent, we can negotiate pricing.  More homes are on the market which in time will decrease the original list price.  It’s a good time to be a buyer in this current market.

QWith the increase in the interest rates, should I wait to buy, or would it be wise to buy now and refinance later?

AThere have been many conversations on interest rates.  My thought is we can never time the market or the interest rates.  If this is a strong reason for not buying, then the buyer hasn’t fallen in love with their forever home.  I’m not a fan of purchasing now with the hope that interest will go down in the future as with a refinance there are costs to the buyer that may exceed what the current interest has.

Are you interested in gaining more insight about the current market? Please send your questions to Leisure World’s top broker, MIKE RYAN at mryan@lwca.com.

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This home is an entertainer’s dream and a past feature in the Lions Club Home Tour.  Incredible open concept layout with vaulted ceilings and elegant finishes. 1426 Leisure World is a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with an office that is currently being used as an additional bedroom.  The home is approximately 2227sf which overlooks the 2nd and 3rd fairways of Coyote Run Golf course and has views of Red Mountain, Four Peaks, and the Superstition Mountains.  This home is fully furnished and is move-in ready.  The property is listed at $639,900. This beauty will not last long! Call today for an appointment to see this beautiful home. Listing by Dan Callahan.

By Colleen Cottrell

December 7th, the day “that will live in Infamy”. On that fateful day, my mother and sister had gone to church and after were joined by my father for brunch at a well-known local hotel. There was, as my sister remembers, a hushed anxious atmosphere. They didn’t really know what to think. My father had been playing golf and only later realized that the foursome of Japanese-Americans who usually proceeded his group wasn’t there. After eating and leaving the hotel, they saw the headline JAPAN ATTACKS PEARL HARBOR’.

Because we lived in California, there was ongoing fear of a Japanese attack. It made it all the easier to order all those of Japanese ancestry, regardless of citizenship or number of generations here into internment camps. Their land and other property were confiscated with no reparations for many decades.

My father had been doing business with them since coming to California and was incensed. I hadn’t been born of course, and following my birth in February of 1942, our family became frequently separated. My mother suffered a prolonged illness immediately following my birth and my sister was shuttled between

family members in the East and one year in a boarding school. I was cared for by various people, whoever could be found with the help of our Parish priest.

Both of us remember troop train rides. Her first came when Dad found a woman to take watch over Marilyn on a train going to Chicago. It took special permission for anyone not military to travel by train. Unfortunately, the woman departed the train in Nebraska, leaving my sister now barely 8 in the care of the soldiers. Because many were farm boys from the Midwest, they saw her as like a little sister and would buy her soda and look after her. It’s unthinkable to put a child, a girl, on a public conveyance to go across America alone and trust to the goodness of people that she would arrive safely at her destination. She remembers many of the boys being enthused as though they were going on an adventure. That many would be injured or killed wasn’t on their mind nor any idea of the horrors they would witness and endure for the next few years.

She eventually lived with our father’s aunt, in Virginia, on a farm by railroad tracks. She and Auntie would go out and wave at the troop trains on their way to Norfolk. Although born in 1942, I have my own memory as mother and I took trains to and from Virginia in 1945 to bring her home. I especially remember because it was Navy men being transported (in Pullman cars) to be ‘mustered” out, their days of service over. Because many had become Dads before

or after the war started, they looked at me as the child they were coming home to.

That meant CHOCOLATE! And a little rocking horse to play on.

I was lifted up to a top bunk to tickle the thick white socks of one sailor who was asleep. Waking up angry, he laughed with the others when he saw who his “assailant” was.

My memories are basically post-war, but much remained the same in America for a few years.

“Victory gardens” remained and people were frugal. We rolled the tin foil from gum wrappers into balls, butter remained scarce, and the blackout curtains remained on the windows. And I remember afterward as I was growing up, the men sitting on the sidewalk, some with tin cups, disabled from the war. One, in particular, has never left me. He was on a “litter”, basically a cot with wheels, and bars above it with postcards. Totally paralyzed. He was a black man, and I could see the pain of all his life experiences in his eyes. I think I got a coin, a dime I think, from my mother and bought a card. Not really sure, I’ve never been able to forget him.

Later, as a teen, I would visit a great Uncle at the Veteran’s hospital in Los Angeles. So many with lung illnesses like his from being gassed in WWI and other victims of the other wars, WWII and Korea (the “forgotten” war).

Thank You From the LW Lions

By Bob Sharkey

The Lions Club and New Hope Community Center wish to thank all the wonderful residents of Leisure World that donated during the Lions Charity Food Drive on October 8th.

Your generous hearts shined through once again.

These charitable gifts of food, water, and cash were delivered to “The New Hope Community Center” in Mesa, a non-profit organization. It will help feed so many homeless and those with special needs in the East Valley.

The chairperson for this event was Lion Bob Sharkey, Manor 1170, 480-389-8109.

If you would like to join our wonderful Lions Club, please contact Lion Jill Heimpel at 480-262-7535, our membership Chairperson.

Thank You

Aurora Sunday Beacon News, Aurora, IL, December 7, 1941. Public Domain.

Propaganda poster of people in three different occupations walking (marching) on the flags of Germany and Japan to inspire folks on the homefront. By Luther Horney, 1942 - 1945. Public Domain.

Photo credit: New Hope Community Center

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Resident Christmas Party 2021

The Simpler Side of Christmas

By Carley Carmean

As I lounged in my childhood home, watching as the brightest parts of my family gathered around my mother, in true matronly fashion as she walked them through our yearly Christmas decorations, the ones that could withstand the hold of little fingers and the ones that surely would not. Their empty promises to their grandmother fell one by one out of their mouths. This was promptly followed by 3 small bodies taking 2 steps away from the glass knick-knacks.

I leaned over to the feisty five-year-old who was heavily eyeballing one of those precious ‘do not touch decorations’ and asked, “So, what do you think?” She took a moment to truly absorb the decoration that sprawled around the living room. Her eyes bounced from the tree to the makeshift stocking hanger and the garlands that now covered any ledge and landing within eyeshot.

“I think that this is perfect and maybe we could do this all the time” her ramble landed at my feet, and I couldn’t help but nod.

“I think you might be right” I laughed and turned to the boy on my left who is 4 months her senior and asked him” What about you? What’s your favorite part of all this?” waving my hand to all the glitz that now covered her once classic Farmhouse aesthetic.

Needing no time to consider, he responded, “I like this!” his hand flew to the tree as he inhaled deep through his nose. My parents as true residents of Arizona, who need no excuse to travel to the northern part of the state, had gotten a permit to cut their tree. This resulted in the sappy and terribly pokey but fragrant tree that sat in the room.

“It does smell good doesn’t it, bud?” He nodded almost feverishly as he plucked off some of the needles and dropped a clump into my hand.

Who would have guessed that with a pile of presents in the same room, these two kids are in awe of the brightly colored ambiance and the smell of a tree that resembles a cactus?

I took the moment to ponder the simpler parts of Christmas, the parts that we wait all year to see and smell and taste; things like velvet, Christmas candles, silly embroidered tea towels, the 24-hour burning log, YouTube videos, and peppermint mochas. All those things we crave in September but force ourselves to wait to enjoy.

It’s my hope that in between shopping trips and Christmas obligations we find a second to enjoy something sparkly, to get lost- just for a minute in something that is awe-worthy. Because, if we don’t during Christmas, then when will we?

THE MOST LASTING GIFT YOU CAN GIVE YOUR LOVED ONES IS TO PLAN YOUR ESTATE.

Photo credit: Erica Odello. The USDA Forest Service releases permits to cut down a Christmas tree in different national forests each year. Each forest has limitations on the size of the tree you can cut and the species of trees that are permitted. Since the trees are "wild," they are often quirky shapes that can add a home grown charm to holiday decor.

By Steven Rabin

Have you ever held off from making an investment because you’re concerned that the timing may not be right? If this fear is preventing you from investing, dollar-cost averaging is an approach that you may want to consider. It has the potential to help you accumulate wealth over time and throughout the market’s highs and lows. Here is an overview of the strategy.

How it works

The concept is simple – you invest a consistent amount of money at regular intervals. You put the money to work in the same investment – a stock, a mutual fund or other type of asset – regardless of the price of the asset. This should continue over an extended period of time.

Investing with such a defined cadence takes market timing out of the picture. If the asset has fallen in price, your periodic investment will allow you to purchase more shares. If the asset rises in price, you’ll purchase fewer shares. If you are committed to your dollarcost averaging plan, all that matters is maintaining a consistent monthly investment, not the price of the investment you’ve chosen. You may want to periodically increase your monthly contribution amount.

Here’s a brief, practical example of how dollar-cost averaging works. Suppose you commit $200 per month to purchase a mutual fund. In the first month, you invest, the share price is $10, resulting in a purchase of 20 shares. In the second month, the price drops to $8, and you purchase 25 shares. In the third month, the value is back to $10, and you again purchase 20 shares. In total, you accumulated 65 shares at an average price of $9.23/share. Yet after three months, your initial $600 investment is worth $650.

While this demonstrates the advantages of dollarcost averaging during periods of market volatility,

keep in mind that the future direction of an investment’s value is difficult to predict. If the share price continues to rise over time, you’ll purchase fewer shares. That means the benefit of the systematic investment approach will be reduced. It’s important to note that dollar-cost averaging does not assure a profit or protect against a loss in declining markets. It is a way to utilize market volatility to your advantage if you invest consistently, hold the investment over the long term, and the underlying investment likely increases in value.

You may already be doing it Dollar-cost averaging may already be part of your investment regimen. If a portion of your paycheck is directed to investments in your workplace retirement plan, you are taking advantage of this strategy by making consistent investments into a specific investment regardless of its value.

Keep in mind the advantages and disadvantages discussed above as you consider whether to use dollar cost averaging. It may also help to consult with a financial advisor to find out more about how this strategy may fit into your financial plan.

Steven M. Rabin, CFP, CRPC, APMA, CDFA, ChFC, is Managing Director of Rabin, Barkat and Associates Wealth Advisors. Rabin, Barkat & Associates Wealth Advisors, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC in Gilbert, AZ. We specialize

in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and have been in practice for a combined 42 years. Contact us at, www.rabinbarkat. com, 480-396-6040, 161 E Rivulon Blvd. Ste. 108 Gilbert, AZ 85297 or 16220 N Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85254.

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Why You Need Both a Will and a Trust

By: Rilus M. Dana

One of the biggest estate planning myths that we hear regularly is that a Will and a Trust are interchangeable. During our free personal family legal session, we are often asked if you need both and what purpose the two documents serve. The main difference between a Trust and a Will is how your assets are retitled after you pass away. These differences help preserve your assets for the next generation, so it’s an important decision for you to make.

What Is the Difference Between a Last Will and Testament and a Trust?

The most important difference between a Will and a Trust is the distribution of your assets after you pass away. If you have only a Will, court supervision is required to prove the validity of the Will. This process is known as probate. A Trust, by contrast, automatically transfers assets to your beneficiaries upon your death. Avoiding the need for probate court protects the privacy of your wishes and saves your heirs time and money.

A Will is a relatively simple legal document that sets forth your wishes regarding the distribution of your tangible personal property at death. Imagine if you could pick up your house in your hand and turn it upside down. Everything that would fall to the ground, your jewelry, your baseball card collection, your toaster, is considered your tangible personal property.

By contrast, a Trust is a more complicated legal document. A Trust protects any assets that are titled in the name of the Trust. This can include your house and your bank accounts, which are automatically retitled into the name of your beneficiary upon your death. This is why a Trust likely prevents the need for probate court.

Why Do I Need Both?

After learning this, often clients ask, “If a Trust is more effective in transferring my assets, why do I need both?”

A Will and a Trust go hand in hand. A peanut butter sandwich is good, and a jelly sandwich is okay, but neither is as good as a PB&J. While they are different, they complement each other to make a complete sandwich, the same is true for your estate plan.

What If I Only Have a Will?

As mentioned above, if you only have a Will, your family may have to go through the complicated and costly process of probate. However, this is not the only benefit of having a Trust. A Trust can include provisions to care for your estate in the event you are incapacitated. For example, if you were to experience a catastrophic medical event, such as a stroke, your family may need to sell your house to afford assisted living. If your house is titled in the name of your Trust, your trustee can sell the home and use the money for your care. This would be impossible if you only had a Will because you are still alive.

What if I Only Have a Trust?

Wills provide clear instructions for the distribution of your personal property which can curb family conflict. Moreover, a Will can name guardians for minor children in the event you pass away. This prevents the need for a family member to go to court to gain guardianship and ensures the care and financial protection of your children. Moreover, even if you have a Trust, you should still have a Will for any assets that the Trust does not cover. A pour-over clause in the Will can save the day when the creator of a Trust neglects to or improperly transfers all of their property into the Trust. It is important to remember probate will come into play if your assets aren’t properly transferred into the Trust or your Trust isn’t properly funded.

We tell clients all the time that a Will is not enough to avoid probate, but don’t think you can get by with just a Trust. Wills and Trusts are both important ingredients

Where Has the Time Gone?

By Ken Weinstock CPA, Leisure World resident

December. A time for cooler temperatures, celebrating the holidays with friends and family, and of course, year-end tax planning!

Here are some things to consider:

Filing Status

If you’re married, you and your spouse can file one joint tax return or two separate tax returns. If you’re not married or if you’re considered unmarried, rather than file a single return you may be able to use the head of household filing status. If you paid over half the cost of keeping up a home for the entire year for a dependent parent, or if you paid over half the cost of keeping up a home for six months or more for yourself and someone else, you can claim the tax benefits of the head of household filing status. These include a larger standard deduction and tax brackets that start at lower dollar amounts. Are you unmarried and paying for assisted living for your mom or dad? Consider using the head of household filing status.

Standard Deduction vs. Itemized Deductions

For 2022 the standard deduction is $12,950 for single taxpayers, $25,900 for married taxpayers, and $19,400 for those who file as head of household. Additional deduction amounts are allowed for taxpayers who are 65 or older or blind. If your 2022 itemized deductions will be close to the standard deduction, consider whether you could benefit over a two-year period by paying additional amounts for medical expenses or contributions in 2022 or 2023.

Charitable Contributions

Donating appreciated assets such as stocks or other securities may be a good thing to consider. If you purchased stock for $5,000 that’s now worth $20,000, you may have to pay capital gains tax on $15,000 if you

sell the stock. If you donate the stock to a charity there is no capital gains tax on the transfer to the charity plus you would get a charitable deduction of $20,000, the current value of the stock.

Qualified Charitable Distribution

If you have a required minimum distribution from an IRA but don’t need the money, you can exclude the distribution from income and avoid paying tax by make a qualified charitable distribution directly from your IRA. Reducing your adjusted gross income may help reduce or eliminate the amount of social security benefits included in taxable income and the amount of income subject to the 3.8% net investment income tax.

Residential Energy Credits

You still have a few weeks left to significantly reduce your 2022 tax liability by improving your home. The IRS allows a 26% tax credit for amounts paid to install a home solar electric system. There are also credits available for other home improvements. Fortunately, the credit has been extended to future years, so if you can’t get solar panels installed now, the credit will still be available next year.

Credit for Electric Vehicles

With increased gas prices you may be considering getting an electric vehicle. You can get a tax credit of

in your comprehensive estate plan. If you want to learn more about the difference between Wills and Trusts, we’re always here to help.

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

up to $7,500 for purchasing a qualified electric vehicle. Get a new car and use your gas money for something else!

Business Deductions

If you have a business, there are a number of ways to reduce your 2022 taxes in the remaining weeks of the year.

The cost of purchasing new business equipment can be written off in full if the equipment is placed in service by December 31, 2022. Is your old office printer slower than you can live with? Perhaps now is the time to replace it and take a 100% tax deduction.

If you use the cash method of accounting, consider buying business supplies in December. Generally, amounts paid in the current year are deductible when paid even if the supplies are used in the following year. You may also want to think about sending out bills to customers until later in December. The cash method of accounting requires you to report income when you receive it, not when you send out a bill.

There are many ways to reduce your 2022 taxes, but some of them need to be done before you attend your New Year’s Eve celebration. Action now can save you money later.

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25 Things You Don’t Know About Me

By Carley Cathemer

1) Who do you admire and why?

My grandmother, she was the embodiment of kindness.

2) If you could travel anywhere, where would it be?

I would love to go to Sweden, the towns look like they are straight out of a story book.

3) How many siblings do you have?

I have 3 brothers, two older and one younger.

4) Do you have a nickname? If so, what and why?

My dad almost only refers to me as Baby Jane. He claims that the 9 months my mom was pregnant with me went by so fast that when I was born, he felt like I was an enigma- came so quickly that there was hardly time to give me a real name.

5) What is your favorite TV show and why It’s a toss-up between Psych and How I Met Your Mother.

6) What is your favorite movie of all time and why? The Sound of Music, Julie Andrews is one of my favorite actresses.

7) What is your perfect weekend? 48 hours spent exploring a new city with my husband, preferably one with a massive farmers market.

8) What is the last book you read? What did you like about it?

A Court of Thornes and Roses (series) by Sarah J Maas. I love underdog stories, especially when magic is involved.

9) What is one thing you would never settle for? I could never settle for cold french fries.

10) What could you not live without?

My friends and my Spotify account

11) If you were stranded on a desert island and could only choose one person or thing to keep you company, who or what would it be? My husband, I really like looking at him.

12) What song do you sing in the shower? On your commute?

My set list usually features Miley Cyrus, Harry Styles with a sprinkle of some very poorly done Rihanna.

13) What do other people do that drives you nuts? When people are mean to servers at restaurants, I cannot stand it.

14) What is your favorite quote?

Don’t look back, you aren’t going that way.

15) If you could start any business, what would it be? I would own a bookstore/ plant shoppe with loads of natural light, big fluffy chairs

16) What do you spend way too much money on? I love, love buying shoes.

17) What inspires you? People who are inspired themselves.

18) What is the most important thing in your life? My family and a vanilla chai from Dutch Bros

19) What’s your favorite place to take an out-of-town guest?

The Windmill Winery in Florence Arizona, during fall they have some incredible weekend events.

20) Are you a dog person or a cat person? All the above plus anything else fuzzy

21) Are you a good cook? If so, what is your favorite thing to cook?

I love baking, and my skills are average at best, but I have a recipe for a French Silk Pie that is my favorite.

22) What is the best part of your job?

My team, they have been incredibly welcoming and patient with me.

23) If you could give your younger self advice, what would it be and why?

Would tell that very blind clumsy little girl “Don’t change a thing! We end up right where we are supposed to. Also, our husband is really hot and totally in love with us.”

24) If you had one day left to live, who would you spend it with?

My family, my siblings, and their families all of us huddled around a campfire in my parent’s backyard.

25) What is the most ridiculous thing you had to visit the hospital for?

An allergic reaction to the inside of a pumpkin.

By Carley Carmean

Festive Spots around the Valley

Enchant Salt River Fields

Nov 25 – Jan 4

Whether you’re feeling like lacing up some ice skates or strolling the world’s largest light maze, this is the spot! Salt River Fields will be transformed into a Hallmark movie complete with Christmas Village and the appearance of Mr. and Mrs. Claus

The

Lights at the Farm @ Vertuccio Farms

Nov. 23 - Dec. 30

For those of you who don’t enjoy driving far, I have the spot for you! Head south down Power Rd. and you’re sure to see the farm. They have a synchronized light show that spans their 10acre farm, as well as activities and games spread throughout! The perfect place for any of the little ones in your life.

Las Noches de Las

Luminarias

Dec 9- Dec 30

For those of us who enjoy the calmer side of Christmas these hand-light luminarias and live performances at the Desert Botanical Gardens are for you. Join in on their 44th annual celebration of the true meaning of the holiday.

World Of Illumination

Nov 16 – Jan 1

Hate going out into the cold? You’re in luck! This year World of Illumination will be offering 3 different experiences across the valley. The drive-through light show is the perfect way to feel festive and enjoy your heated seats at the same time!

Diablo Stadium is Candy Rush Theme, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is Rockin’ Christmas Theme and Desert Diamon Casino is an Enchanted Safari Theme. All three are drive-thru experiences and are the same price, so choose one or choose all but know you’re in for a festive ride.

By Jeanne Gardin

The month of December is baking time for me. I love the smells that bring back so many memories and I also love baking for my friends.

The following recipe fulfills all the above. My son Danny had a terrific teacher in second grade, and she sent this recipe home with all her students to try out. Danny was with me in the kitchen from the time he was 4 yrs. old when both his older sisters were in school, and he always wanted to “help” me. So together this became one of our traditions. We decided we liked the bread with all cranberries the best, so I skip the raisins. The choice is yours!

It’s Baking Time

Cranberry Orange Bread

2 cups all purpose flour

1 cup sugar

1 ½ tsp. baking powder

1 tsp salt

½ tsp. baking soda

¼ cup butter

1 egg beaten

1 tsp. grated orange peel

¾ cup orange juice

1 ½ cups light raisins

(optional)

1 ½ cups fresh cranberries, chopped (3 cups if you don’t use raisins). I use a food processor

½ cup chopped walnuts (can be omitted)

Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda into a large bowl. Cut in butter with a fork or pastry blender until mixture is crumbly. Add egg, orange peel and orange juice all at once; stir until mixture is evenly moist. Fold in raisins and/or cranberries. Spoon into a greased loaf pan. (Sometimes I double this recipe and make 4 small loaves. If you do, cut the baking time to 45 minutes and check.) Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Spectacular Holiday Concert for a Good

Cause

Friday, December 9 • 3:00pm–4:00pm

Join us for a concert with The Linford Twins as seen on America’s Got Talent . Known as “The Hollywood Bug Guys,” this duo will lift your spirits and leave you smiling.

Tickets are $10, payable only

By: Chef LaMott (Doris LaMott Hoel)

December is here! My favorite month of the year! Yes, it does get stressful, yes it does get busy but it’s such a beautiful time of the year to reminisce. As you begin to celebrate your December and your Christmas time with your family and friends, it’s a really good time to reflect on who you can bless with special visits and gifts. Food is always a great gift for anyone. We all must eat, so what better gift is a gift of food?

Christmas cookies are of course the favorite and it’s such an easy fun task! I usually pack up all kinds of little gift containers of cookies and send them to my family and friends as my little token of thanking them for being in my life.

Food and Entertaining

You can get so many cute little containers on Amazon, at the Dollar Store, Target or just about anywhere. When packing cookies make sure they’re totally cool and put them back-to-back in your container as tightly packed as you can. If it’s loose they will move during shipping.

One of the great things you can do is make caramel corn and use that as packing between the cookies. There is a great recipe called caramel puff corn that is absolutely the best. It’s highly addictive but so so good. I will definitely enclose that recipe in here for you.

In fact, I was thinking that I should probably include some easy Christmas cookie recipes that all of you could take and make. The favorite cookies for Christmas that I always make are Ginger Snaps, Grandmas $1,000,000 Sugar Cookies, Buttery Spritz, Peanut Blossoms, and Russian Tea Cakes. When you read the recipes, notice

I used liquid eggs. You can buy them at your local grocery store, it just eases your work. You can always convert to regular large eggs if you want. 16-18 large eggs = 2#. If you don’t want to make as much as the recipe, just divide it in half or whatever you like.

After you have made all your cookies, decide how many you have extra for yourself. Now it’s time to plan a holiday get together, you can just have cookies with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or apple cider. This is such an easy way to entertain with your neighbors and friends! Remember the people who don’t have family here in Leisure World would love a get-together!

See pages A34-A35 for more of Chef LaMott's fabulous holiday treat recipes!

Caramel Puff Corn

Makes: 5 Quarts

1 bag (8 to 9 ounces) puff corn (also known as hull less popcorn)

1 cup butter (no substitutes)

1 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup Karo® Light Corn Syrup

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat oven to 250°F. Spray a large roaster with cooking spray. Pour puff corn into the roaster.

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and corn syrup and mix well. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook for additional 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla extract; the mixture will foam and expand. Carefully pour syrup over puff corn and toss to mix.

Bake for 30- 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Pour onto waxed paper or foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Let Caramel Puff Corn cool at least 30 minutes. Break into bite size pieces and store in closed container. Note: Puff corn is found in the snack/chip aisle of the grocery store.

Merry Christmas and Enjoy Baking!!

Christmas Cookies

Spritz*

Recipe Yields: 160 ea.

Description: All butter piped cookies with sugar sprinkles. A tradition for Christmas

1# softened butter

1.5 cups granulated sugar

2 whole eggs

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 tsp almond extract

4.5 cups of flour

1 tsp salt

Assorted colored sugars

Preheat oven to 350°F

Line 2 or 3 large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment beat the butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, and beat on high speed until combined, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides and beat again as needed to combine. On low speed, beat in the flour and salt. Turn up to high speed and beat until completely combined. If coloring your dough, do it here. Add a little water if the dough is too stiff to pipe into shapes.

Press the dough: Put into a piping bag and squeeze OR follow the cookie press manufacturer’s directions. Scrape some of the dough into your cookie press. Place the cookies 2 inches (5 cm) apart. If desired, decorate with sprinkles or press a chocolate chip into the center. Note: It’s helpful to lightly brush the shaped cookie dough with water before adding sprinkles—this helps them stick. If the cookie dough becomes too soft as you work, chill the shaped cookie dough in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before baking.

Bake until very lightly browned on the edges, 7–9 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, drizzle with melted chocolate. Cookies stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Peanut Blossoms*

Recipe Yields: 200 ea.

Description: A Christmas traditional favorite, a peanut butter cookie baked with a Hershey’s kiss in the center.

2 cups granulated sugar

2 cups brown sugar

1 # softened butter

1.5# peanut butter

4 whole eggs

4 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp salt

7 cups of flour

4 tsp baking soda

1 cup extra granulated sugar to roll them into before baking.

Preheat oven to 375°F

Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside. Using an electric mixer, cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add egg, and vanilla; beat until well blended. Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing thoroughly. If the dough is very soft, refrigerate for about 1 hour. Spray, oil or line a cookie sheet with a nonstick liner and set aside. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Roll cookies in sugar and place 2 inches apart on the cookie sheet. Bake until very light brown and puffed, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the sheet from the oven and lightly press a candy kiss into the center of each cookie, allowing it to crack slightly. Return to oven until light golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the oven, cool completely, and store in an airtight container.

Ginger Snaps- mini*

Recipe Yields: 120 ea

Description: Mom’s old recipe with a delightful amount of cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger to create a great flavor! These are made mini to be enjoyed often!

1 lb. softened butter

2 ½ cups brown sugar

6 fl. oz molasses

3 whole eggs

6 cups flour

2TB baking soda

2 ½ tsp salt

1 TB cinnamon, ginger

1 tsp Cloves and nutmeg

Preheat the oven to 375°F

Sift flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt into a mixing bowl. Stir the mixture until blended, then sift a second time into another bowl. Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually beat in white sugar. Add eggs and molasses and beat until light and fluffy. Sift 1/3 of the flour mixture into the shortening mixture; stir to thoroughly blend. Sift in the remaining flour mixture and mix together until a soft dough forms. Scoop small amounts of dough and roll them with your hands into 1-inch-diameter balls. Place balls in colored or plain white sugar and roll to coat, then place 2-inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven until tops are rounded and slightly cracked, about 8- 10 minutes, switching racks halfway through. Cool cookies on a wire rack.

Christmas Cookies

Russian Teacakes*

Recipe Yields: 120 ea.

Description: Buttery shortbread-type cookies with ground pecans baked and rolled into powdered sugar. A Christmas tradition!

1# softened butter

4 cups flour

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup powdered sugar

½ tsp salt

1.5 cups ground pecans

Powdered sugar to roll them in, or donut sugar if you can find it.

Russian tea cakes are buttery, tender, and studded with walnuts. These snowball cookies are easy to make, keep well, and are perfect for your Christmas Cookie Platter.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment or silicone liner. optional- Toast nuts on a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, tossing frequently until fragrant and lightly golden.

How to Make Russian Tea Cakes:

In a large bowl, using an electric hand mixer, cream together butter, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, and 1 tsp of vanilla, until smooth. Add flour and salt and continue mixing until no streaks of flour remain. The mixture will be lumpy. Use a firm spatula to fold in the nuts until evenly incorporated. Use a firm spatula to fold in the chopped nuts until evenly incorporated. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls (using a small cookie scoop to portion the dough makes the process easy) and place them on a clean baking sheet at least 1-inch apart. Bake at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden at the base.

Fill a bowl with 1 cup powdered sugar and roll the cookie balls in it while they are still very warm then transfer to a platter to cool completely. Once cookies are at room temperature, roll them in more powdered sugar to get perfect little snowballs. Cookies may be stored for up to 1 week in an airtight container.

Grandma's Million Dollar Sugar Cookie* (mini for Christmas 65 doz)

Recipe Yields: 65 Dozen

This is a HUGE batch! I like to make this huge batch to freeze in small freezer amounts to bake fresh cookies whenever I want!

Description: Fabulous butter sugar cookie that is filled with flavor, just like Grandma used to make!

7.5 cups of granulated sugar

6# of butter

1 oz vanilla extract

1 oz almond extract

16 whole eggs

10.5# of flour

1 TB salt

1.5oz baking soda

1.5 oz cream of tartar

Colored sugars

Cream butter and sugar, add extracts, and blend well. Add liquid eggs, and blend well. Slowly add dry ingredients- you will need to use a bus tub to mix. Start with a mixer and add only 1/3 of the dry mix before putting it into the bus tub. Scoop with a yellow scoop for 1/2oz cookie, (or drop onto parchment for varied sizes needed) drop and roll unto granulated sugar. Cool before baking so they don't spread too much. Push down with a sugared glass or cookie press.

Put on parchment lined pans 3x5 for best bake with 2oz cookie. Bake at 330°-350°F for 8-10 minutes. 5 minutes with mini cookies. Just until light brown edges and lightly brown bottoms.

This dough can be frozen into 2 oz balls or in 1# rolls to slice before baking. Use colored sugars if desired. 1 gallon of flour weighs 5# 10 oz. If you do not have the cream of tartar, use baking powder instead.

DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS: Jingle Jam Holiday Party B4

Fifty Fabulous Years B6

Trips and Tours B10

Performing Arts ....................... B17

Santa Parade: Friday, December 23

It’s time for Santa to make his annual trip to Leisure World. Santa leads the parade with LW residents in decorated golf carts, vintage vehicles, bicycles, or other from Rec. Center 2 at 2 p.m. Sign up in the Rec. Office to be part of the parade…the more the merrier! Please check out the route map on the community website, posted on bulletin boards, in the Library, and at the Recreation Office by December 16.

At 3 p.m., the parade will arrive at Rec. 1 Clubroom where Santa’s helpers will have cookies, beverages, and free hot dogs for the kids. You’ll want to come out and see Santa to share cookies and hot chocolate with him in the Clubroom. Bring a gift for your grandchild to the Rec. Office by Tuesday, December 21. Be sure the child’s full name is written clearly on the package for Santa to personally give them their gift. Santa will be passing out the gifts by last name; this way we can make sure families all get their gifts at the same time. Santa’s

Jingle All The Way 5k

This year your Fitness and Recreation teams are joining forces. We will have the new Jingle All the Way 5K and will end with the Jingle Jam All-Resident Holiday Party!

This brand-new event is bigger than ever and open to the public.

Come early for fun activities before the race!

* Santa and his elf will be here for picture taking and face painting.

* We will have a Gratitude Tree where you can leave a Holiday Cheer message for the Veterans.

* Visit the vendors and be entered into a raffle, grab a quick treat from the Runners Snack Bar and enjoy the fun before the run!

A HUGE THANK YOU to our current sponsors:

Diamond Sponsors

Crockett Dental & Paul Kelly Maxillofacial

Platinum Sponsor

Laser Pain Away

Gold Sponsors

One Medical Senior ReMax Classic

This year’s 5k registration funds will be donated to Mesa Veterans Resource Center a program of Mesa United Way.

Mesa United Way Mission

“United we fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community.”

Mesa Veteran’s Resource Center Mission

“To provide a centralized location in Mesa

offering access to comprehensive resources to support the health, education, and financial stability of every veteran in our community.”

Due to recent inflation, increase of rent and general cost of living; Mesa United Way has prioritized this program. Mesa Veteran’s Resource Center has seen a drastic increase for veteran’s need of assistance. Help support our veteran’s as they face these challenging times!

Afterwards join us in the Rec. 2 Hopi/ Pima Rooms for the Jingle All the Way awards ceremony. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and entertainment at the Jingle Jam Party!

Doors open for Jingle Jam at 4:30p.m.!

Open to the public… Friends, family, and neighbors…EVERYBODY is invited to join!

Race Date: Sat., Dec. 17

Race Check in Time & Swag bag pick up: 2:30 p.m.

Race Start Time: 4:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 South Parking Lot Awards Ceremony: 6:00 p.m. in Rec. 2 Hopi/ Pima Rooms during the Jingle Jam Party!

5K Run Cost: $25

Registration Race Price: $30 for ages 5 and up. To be guaranteed a race t-shirt, bib and swag bag please register by Dec. 2!

Registration for this race will include a race bib, t-shirt, completion medal, swag bag and more!

Register online at www.LWCAevents.com

For sponsorship and volunteer information please contact Courtney Brand at cbrand@lwca.com

helpers will be on hand to help facilitate the gift giving. This is a great outing for everyone, whether you have visiting family or not! Don’t miss the excitement as visiting children in Leisure World get their gift from Santa Claus. Want to be a Santa’s Helper? Sign up in the Recreation Office.

Thanks to our sponsor, Simply Smile Photo Booth will be in the Queen Card Room so you can take your holiday photo in front of fireplace decorated with Christmas spirit. Enjoy taking home a memory and share with your family and friends.

Date: Fri., Dec. 23

Parade starting: 2 p.m. departing from Rec. 2 Parking Lot Santa and fun: 3 p.m. Rec. 1 Center

Deadline: Wed., Dec. 21

Big thanks to our Sponsor Modern Physical Therapy and Hearing Life.

Midnight in ParisNew Year’s Eve

May all your dreams come true in the new year. Join with friends and neighbors as we celebrate another New Year’s Eve together, just like a fairytale. Johnny K & Kompany band won’t be running home when the clock strikes twelve. With an unforgettable vibe they will take you back to a time when life was simple, and people enjoyed being together. You will have a grand experience of yesteryear with a touch of simplicity and timelessness of the music standards from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Did we mention food? We will be calling you up to eat in groups starting at 9 p.m. A full meal buffet will be served which includes prime rib, salmon, green salad, roasted garlic potatoes, roasted vegetables, and of course shrimp cocktail! To satisfy your sweet tooth, mini desserts and coffee will also be available.

Tickets include live dance band, fabulous food, party favors, and BYO set-ups. Doors open at 8:00 p.m., band starts up at 8:30 p.m. and the party wraps up around 12:30 a.m. Limited to 312.

Date: Sat., Dec. 31

Time: 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Cost: $59 per person

Deadline: Wed., Dec. 21

RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Parade of Lights: Participants and Spectators Wanted!

Would you like to dress up your golf cart with lights and other festive decorations?

Recreation is adding some extra holiday fun this year. In joint effort with Re/MAX Classic, Recreation is organizing a golf cart light parade to follow Re/MAX Classic judges the homes in their Holiday Light Judging contest this year.

Sign up to be part of the parade in the Rec Office or online – electric golf carts or electric vehicles only. Parade map will be posted on the community website, bulletin

boards, in the library, at Re/MAX and the Recreation Office by December 12 for all the community to come out to see.

Date: Thurs., Dec. 15

Assembly begins: 5:30 p.m. Line-up starting from junction of the Power Rd. entrance and LW Blvd. south toward the dead end.

Start Time: 6:30 p.m. The light parade will follow Re/MAX Classic as it enters the community from Re/MAX Classic.

Community-Wide Garage Sale

Interested in being a part of Leisure World’s community garage sale? Great! Sign up in the Recreation Office by 12 noon, Tuesday, November 30 to be sure your sale gets highlighted on the list.

A listing by district, of all garage sale locations, and maps of the community will be available online, in the back of the LW Library, Administration Reception Desk, and Recreation Office starting Thursday, December 1 for you to plan your day of shopping!

Date: Sat., Dec. 3

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Map Deadline: You must have signed up by 11/29/22 for your sale location to be included on the map.

Sunday Serenade with Leisure World Big Band

Enjoy the big band sound featuring our very own Leisure World Big Band! They’ll be playing the hits made famous by the legendary big bands of Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Stan Kenton and more! Dance or enjoy listening to two hours of the sound of big band hits.

Reserved seats are on sale now through

Recreation and include entertainment and water, soda, and ice. BYO spirited beverage.

Date: Sun., Dec. 4

Time: 2:30 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Cost: $10

Big Brothers Big Sisters Onsite Donation Drive

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, professionally supported matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in Maricopa County and Pinal County. They develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

They accept shoes and clothing of all types: men’s, women’s, and children. All donated items are then sold to

Savers Thrift stores where they turn the donations into money that is used to support the mentorship programs of their Agency. Come to the Rec. 1 Parking Lot to drop off donated items. Items must be in good and clean condition. Items must be able to be easily lifted by one person and fit into the bins provided. Please visit http://www.donateaz.org/content/ acceptableitems for a list of acceptable and non-acceptable items.

Date: Sat., Dec. 3

Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Parking Lot

Hit the Right Note at Karaoke!!!

Date: Thurs.,Dec. 8

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

out to hundreds of songs. Water, ice, and cups provided with an entry fee.

Cost: $2 per person advance ticket or $4 at the event

Leisure World Recreation Department Staff

Flea Markets

Take this opportunity to sell those used household items, handmade craft items, or residents may sell commercial items like Tupperware, Avon, and other similar items. Sellers sign up for $5 per table. Racks $1 – limited supply. Residents selling commercial items will be required to pay 10% of their sales back to Leisure World. Sale reconciliation sheets will be provided by LWCA. Tables are on a first come basis and limited to two per manor. Sign up for a table online or in the Recreation Office no later than the day prior to the event.

Date: Fri., Dec. 9 and Jan. 13

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Cost: $5 per table $1 per rack

Christmas”

Community Happy Hour

Have fun, chit-chat, dance, and just relax to some of his favorite music from the 70s and now. Ice, water, and plastic cups provided. Sodas available for $1.

Big thanks to Steve Evangelista and George Miller for stepping and doing a great a job DJing! To keep this event alive, Recreation needs a few more DJs to “spin for us,” and we are still accepting interest from residents to volunteer DJ. Are you someone who likes to be in the center of the party? Do you like music? Can you put together a playlist? Then be our next DJ. We are looking for volunteers to learn the equipment and take turns hosting. If interested, please email

recreation@lwca.com. We need your name, contact information and five top songs.

Date: Fri., Dec. 9

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

Place: Rec. 1 Promenade

Trivia Night

The annual Christmas concert presented by the Leisure World Mixed Chorus is one of the highlights of the holiday season. The Chorus will delight the audience by providing a mixture of sacred and secular music designed to put everyone in the holiday spirit. Tickets are available in the

Rec Office, from members of the chorus, or at the door.

Date & Time: Sat., Dec. 10 at 7:00 p.m. or Sun., Dec. 11 at 3:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Cost: $10

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

with

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your own. There is only one trivia night in December!

Date: Wed., Dec. 14

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Cost: $2 per person advance ticket or $4 at the event

Community Dance Parties

Join the Fun, Socialize and Dance!

Grab your partner, get your gang together or attend on your own. Come listen to great music, friendly conversation and have a good time. Keep your feet happy and let your body do the talking on the dance floor.

Tin Trailer Band

Thurs., Dec. 1

NEW BAND- First time playing for Leisure World! The Tin Trailer Band is a country/classic rock band combining the talents of Robb Smith on drums and vocals, Rick Pacella on bass and vocals, Jeff Stephens on guitar, keys and vocals. Tin Trailer plays all your favorite songs for any occasion.

Uncorked

Thurs., Jan. 5

City Nights Band

Thurs., Jan. 19

The band combines a multi-faceted female vocalist with a full arsenal of collaborating musicians and singers. The band is a full 6-piece band with saxophone, and keyboards and up to 7 members adding percussion. Uncorked provides a diverse selection of dance music, peppered with offerings of rock, R&B, country and even music with a Latin flair... something for everyone! With their fun, high energy, and familiar songs, you’ll have no choice but to get up and dance.

The City Nights Band is a variety band, not a classic rock, country, R&B, or blues! Why? Because they do all of them! Their music selection covers Carrie Underwood, The Band Perry, Janis Joplin, Michael Jackson, Stevie Ray Vaughn and so much more that gives you and your guests, family and friends a genre they can relate to, dance to and have fun, all in one band!

All dances at Rec 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance tickets $12/person or $15 at the door. On sale now online or in the Rec Office and include your mixology stations of soda, water, ice, and cups. Fresh popped popcorn for just $1 sponsored by our very own Re/Max Classic.

Don’t miss Johnny K & Kompany at “Midnight

in Paris”

New Year’s Eve Party!

Back again to rock your New Year’s Eve is Leisure World favorite, Johnny K & Kompany. Johnny K & Kompany has an unforgettable vibe that will take you back to a time when life was simple, and people enjoyed being together. Let this band bring back the good times with some of your favorite oldies like Stand By Me, Proud Mary, Brown Eyed Girl, Can’t Help Falling in Love, and more. You will have a grand experience of yesteryear with a touch of simplicity & timelessness of the music standards from the ‘50s, ‘60s & ‘70s. Make sure you get your tickets.

Date: Sat., Dec. 31

Time: 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Cost: $59 per person – Prime Rib & Salmon

Dinner Buffet

Deadline: Wed., Dec. 21

Jingle Jam Holiday Party

Get into the holiday spirit and join the fun at our all-resident holiday mixer. Mix, mingle and be merry with your friends and neighbors while you rock around the Christmas tree with Scott Hallock and friends who are bringing a mix of holiday cheer and some classic rock.

Let’s celebrate the holidays with some good food! Recreation will be carving up fresh baked ham on a delicious bun, along with other holiday treats to put you right in the Christmas spirit.

Be the first to know the winners! Re/ Max Classic will announce the holiday lights decorating contest winners, plus the Fitness Center will present the awards from the Jingle All the Way 5K.

Keeping with the giving spirit of the holidays and in conjunction with the Jingle All the Way 5K, we are asking for your support to the Mesa United Way Veterans Resource Center. This program provides a centralized location offering comprehensive resources to access services and personal assistance including employment, soft skills training, resume building, and health

Gift Wrapping

Running out of time to wrap your gifts? Want that special gift to look even more special? Village Medical will be here to help wrap the perfect gift for you. Sign up in the Recreation Office. Each sign up may have three gifts wrap, only bring what you can carry. Hot cocoa will be provided while you wait. There will also be a holiday giveaway! Sign up soon, limited to 20.

Date: Mon., Dec. 19

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Time: 12 noon

Cost: Free thanks for Village Medical

care. Donation items needed are backpacks, blankets, and new hygiene items. Donation boxes will be available all month in the Administration building, Fitness Center, RE/MAX Classic, Coyote Run Golf Course, and the Recreation Office. We’ll also be accepting donations at the event in the Rec. 2 Lobby.

Refreshments include hot chocolate, spiced cider, regular and decaf coffee and water. BYO is welcome. Stop by the Recreation Office for your free ticket!

Date: Sat., Dec. 17

Time: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Holiday Photo Booth

Have you been wishing you had new photo of the both of you? Want a new picture with all your friends? Do you finally have the whole family together and want to take a picture? This year thanks to our sponsor, the Simply Smile Photo Booth will be here for you to get a candid holiday snapshot. Find your way to the Clubroom where you can take your holiday photos and choose

your backdrop for you photo. Enjoy making memories to share with your family and friends.

Date Fri., Dec. 23

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Place: Queen Card Room

Sponsor: Modern Physical Therapy

Cooking Classes

Popular classes by Mary Kulgren will introduce you to new, exciting, and tasty recipes. Classes offered in January and February. Registration is December 1st to the 5th, 2022.

Start: January 6 thru February 20

When: Friday and Monday

Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Location: Rec. 1 Banquet Room

Cost: $35 per person, cash only

Contact: Mary Kulgren, 480-324-8442

Is the dating scene got you and your single friends longing for the days of arranged marriages? Even with the many dating services and apps that are out there, finding the perfect match isn’t always easy, especially if this is the second time around. Singles looking to meet a special person without the help of your well-meaning friends and social media, speed dating events could hold the answer.

Speed dating has been around since 1999, when Rabbi Yaacov Deyo and several of his single students put a new twist on the longstanding Jewish tradition of introducing young Jewish singles to one another at chaperoned gatherings. At a speed dating event, participants are paired up in a series of quick five- to sevenminute “dates.” When

Ballroom Dance Lessons!

Come learn how to ballroom dance with three rhythms that are used in night club and party dancing. Three exciting sessions instructed by Bill & Carol Goss, each one 4 lessons for $32 per person.

Sign up at the Rec Office to get your tickets. Sessions will be limited to 12 couples, so sign up quickly.

Dates: Wednesday evenings

• Session 2 Rumba: January 4, 11, 18, 25 - This Latin style dance can be used with lots of different styles of slower music, but particularly those with a Latin flavor.

• Session 3 Salsa: February 1, 8, 15, 22 - One of the hottest club dances today, this one is great for faster music particularly with a Latin beat.

Bridge Lessons – Beginner,

Intermediate, & Advanced

Have you always wanted to learn to play Bridge? This is your chance. Classes offered in January, February, and March.

Start: January 9

When: Monday mornings

Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Rec. 1 Clubroom

Cost: $90 per person

Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-3099039 or babs.booker@gmail.com

50 First Dates: Speed Dating

the time is up, a bell or timer is rung, and participants move on to their next one-onone conversation.

While seven minutes may not seem long enough to determine whether a new acquaintance is a potential match, it gives participants plenty of time to gauge their level of interest or get a feeling that the other person is just not the right fit. As an added bonus, the roundrobin setup enables participants to meet more potential matches in one evening than they might otherwise encounter in a month or more of traditional dating.

As with any first date, the object of a speed date is to determine if the person sitting across from you is someone you’d like to know better. The difference is that you have just seven minutes to make that decision (and to make a good impression on your date), so skip the small talk and

Comedy Night

Comic Magician Michael Finney received the Academy of Magical Arts Award for Comedy Magician of the year 2004. He made six appearances on Fox’s Comic Strip Live; HBO’s Comics on the Road; Sunday Comics with Lenny Clark; Bud Friedman’s An Evening at the Improv; and Two NBC specials hosted by John Ritter, World’s Greatest Magic and World’s Wildest Magic. Come and laugh your funny bone off.

Includes BYO set-ups plus one FREE popcorn per ticket! Other snacks options will be available for purchase. Our sincere thanks to our event sponsor, On Broadway Dentistry

Date: Mon., Jan. 30

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/ Pima Rooms

Cost: Advanced Tickets $15 per person or $18 at the door

start with the questions that matter most to you, like “What’s your favorite breakfast cereal to eat for dinner?” or “Star Wars or Star Trek?” A series of 5-minute interactions or “dates” will allow you to sum up your interest.

Daters can keep track of new acquaintances they meet on a comment card. Comment cards are kept confidential and turned into the host at the end of the event. If (and only if!) there is a mutual interest, the host will share contact information with the other interested party. Helps take the pressure off, right?

Leisure World is teaming up with several communities in the East Valley to connect you with other singles; this event is for men to meet women. The plan is to rotate which community hosts the event so depending on which event you sign up for will determine its location. Transportation is on your own.

Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Place: Rec 1 Classroom

Cost: $32 per person per session

Teachers: Bill & Carol Goss

For more information call: 480-275-4647

New Image Fashions, and more!

Freshen up your wardrobe! Welcome back New Image Fashions and take advantage of a chance to shop thousands of fall arrivals from Ruby Road, Alfred Dunner, Maxine Swimwear, Erin London, and more at 25% – 75% off retail. Coordinates and separates, shorts, capris skirts, pants, blouses, jackets, and swimwear for all including missy, petite, and large sizes. Watch batteries will be replaced for a nominal fee. Remember, a percentage of all sales come back to Leisure World.

Date: Fri., Jan. 13

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

We’re looking for singles open to a new experience in dating - 5 males and 5 females. Please note we’re limited to include only even numbers for male/ female ratio (i.e., cannot bring 5 male and only 2 female), so be aware that uneven registrants may be dropped from the event.

Date: Fri., Jan. 27

Time: 5:30 p.m. Check-in & Social 6:00 p.m. Speed Dating begins

Place: Fountain of the Sun Association 540 S 80 Street Mesa, AZ 85208

Cost: $5 per single

Deadline: Fri., Jan. 20

Please register online, by calling 480-8320000 Ext. 209 or in-person at the Rec. Office. Step out of your comfort zone and meet someone new. Sign up today!

Leisure World Arizona will be celebrating its golden anniversary in 2023. In preparation for the big day, we are searching for:

1) Leisure World’s long-term residents

2) Leisure World memorabilia

3) Volunteer assistance

Long-Term Residents

Did you move into Leisure World before 2004? Have you lived in Leisure World for 30 or more years? We are looking for residents who have lived in Leisure World for the longest time in hopes to hear and tell your story and honor you for your time with us here in our Leisure World community.

Community Memorabilia

Recently one of the manors in District One sold and they found an original marketing brochure when we were known as Rossmoor Leisure World Golden Hills. We would love your help with finding Leisure World keepsakes and mementos

Fifty Fabulous Years

to showcase our community’s past. If you have any historical items, you will loan us or even just to make us aware of to highlight during the anniversary festivities, please bring to Rec Office.

Event Volunteers Needed

If you have time to give, we have celebratory projects and activities for you to get involved in. Your assistance is in high demand in a multitude of areas like researching, writing, planning, designing, decorating, hosting, food handlers, and more.

Please stop by the Rec Office, call 480832-0000 Ext. 209 or email LWturns50@ lwca.com to tell your story, donate a souvenir, give your time, and help make Leisure World shine!

Saturday, January 28 • 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Rec. Center 1 Complex

One of the most highly anticipated events of the year. You are invited to come and enjoy the day experiencing a myriad of commercial exhibitors and vendors, enjoy free presentations, have chances to win great raffle prizes & cash drawings, plus a great food court! Take advantage of the shuttle service sponsored by Free Spirit Vacations from Rec. Center 2 and Rec. Center 3 or pick up the shuttle along the way. Look for more details in this Leisure World News, Leisure World Facebook page, and on the community website.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – SIGN UP IN THE RECREATION OFFICE TO JOIN THE FUN!

FREE Informative Seminars Presented by these Companies:

• 9 AM - Arizona Beauty Lab- Aesthetics using Morpheus 8 technology

• Integrity Health – 9:15 AM Neuropathy, 10:15 AM Knee Pain, 11:15 AM Shoulder Pain, 12:15 PM Spinal Stenosis

• 9:30 AM Summit Memory Care

• 10 AM - Care Access

• Edward Jones – 10:30 AM Market Update, 12:30 PM Long Term Care

• 11 AM - Shepherd Insurance –Medicare 101

• 11:30 AM - Stem Cell Pro – Natural approach to chronic pain using regenerative medicine

• 12 PM Humana- Medicare

Expo Volunteers Needed!

Don’t miss out, plan now to volunteer and be part of the action at the Expo & Home Show Saturday, January 28. Both morning and afternoon shifts available! Sign up in the Recreation Office! Volunteers will be given a free lunch and free T-Shirt for participating.

Vendor Greeters: Meet vendors in on specific area in Rec. 1 and help them find their booth location and give them their vendor packet.

Expo Ambassadors: Posted outside Rec. Center 1 to act as host and hostess for the event. Greet guests, hand out programs, and answer general questions.

Room Hosts: Stationed in one of the various exhibit rooms to welcome guests, hand out programs and answer general questions. Coordinate with staff on room conditions such as A/C or heat.

Presentation Hosts: Similar to Room Hosts; greet guests, hand out programs, answer questions and help time the speakers.

Swag Bags for the First 500 people!

Be one of the first 500 people at the event and receive a swag bag filled with goodies, coupons, and more from a variety of our vendors sponsored by Optum Health

2023 Expo & Home Show Exhibitors

Affordable Windows Plus Exteriors

All About You Placement +

Marcie’s Homecare

Amada Senior Care

Amazing Dental

American Premier Palliative

American Vision Windows, Doors and Baths

Angels Crematorium and Burial

Aqua Therapy Tubs

Archwell Health

AZ Euros

Belmont Custom Remodeling

Canyon Winds Senior Living Care Access

Citrus Valley Dental

Collins Comfort Masters

Comprehensive Integrated Care

Connect Hearing

Crockett Dental

Edward Jones

Ellsworth Home Services

Encompass Health of the East Valley

Endeavor Home Care

Fellowship Square

Free Spirit Vacations

Hearing Life of Mesa

Home Instead

Home Time Bathrooms

Home Time Windows

Homewell Care + Songbird

Senior. Placement

Hospice of the Valley

Humana

Iconic Garage Door Services

Integrity Health

Mi Casa Nursing Center

MWPS Kinetico Quality Water

On Broadway Dentistry

Optum Home Solutions

Optum Medical

RENCO Roofing

Renewal by Anderson

Sagebrush Dermatology

Scott Dentistry

Semper Fi Heating and Cooling

Shepherd Insurance

Signal Home Care/Kaizen Care

Management

Stem Cell Pro

Swagel Wootton Eye Institute

The Summit Asst. Living Memory Care

Ultimate Pro Heating & Cooling

V Juv

Village Medical

Western State Bank

Wilson Insurance Inc.

Your CBD Store Mesa

…with more registering every day!!!

Interested vendors call (480)-832-0000 x206

FROM

(602) 739-5717

SINGLE ROOM TO WHOLE HOUSE DESIGN. We can give you the home you’ve always wanted!

Great Raffle Prizes include free dinners, gorgeous gift baskets, a TV, and more!

BACK THIS YEAR is the 50/50 raffle!

December Movies

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.

December 4 No Movie Electrical Project

December 11 The Holiday (PG13) – 2hr 16m

Stuck in a vicious cycle of dead-end relationships with two-timing men, Los Angeles resident Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and Londoner Iris (Kate Winslet) decide to swap homes. In the process, their trade paves the way for romances they never imagined possible. This charming comedy from writer-director Nancy Meyers features an all-star cast that includes Jude Law, Jack Black, Edward Burns and Rufus Sewell.

Classics of the Silver Screen Movie Night: “It's a Wonderful Life”

George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all - and it’s Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence - who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn’t been for all his good deeds over the years.

Award winning movie director/producer and Leisure World resident, Jim Politano shares some unique cinematic experiences, facts, and trivia before and after the movie. You will have the opportunity to ask questions in a Q & A session.

Do not miss this chance to seeing this classic on the big screen. FREE! See you at the movies!

December 18 Love Actually

(R) – 2hr 15m

Writer-director Richard Curtis’s charming treatise on romance and relationships is an all-star ensemble comedy that tells 10 separate (but intertwining) London love stories, leading up to a spirited climax on Christmas Eve.

December 25 No Movie

Merry Christmas

Date: Tues., Dec. 20

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Theater

Comedy Classics

“An Evening with Laurel & Hardy”

Adding a barrel of laughs to our line-up. Jim Politano will host a special comedy movie night where he will show three classic short films from Laurel & Hardy. He will screen “County Hospital”, “Busy Bodies, and “The Music Box”. For a bonus, a Betty Boop cartoon will start things off. Don’t miss a chance to see these classic hilarious comedians on the big screen. FREE! See you at the movies.

Date: Wed., Dec. 6

Time: 6 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Theater

Trips and Tours

Whether you enjoy traveling near or far, there is a trip that is right for you. 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. To reserve your spot, visit the community website, the Recreation Office or call 480-832-0000 ext. 209 to purchase your tickets. Please note trips with * may depart from Burger King if less than 10 have signed up. The tour company will verify 2-7 days prior to trip. Trips categorized with KT will always pick up and drop off from Leisure World.

KEY CODES: Collette (C) ¤ Free Spirit (FS) ¤ Kindred Tours (KT) ¤ Leisure World Recreation (LW)

Follow-Along Trips (LW)

See page B13 for full information

DECEMBER

WORLD OF ILLUMINATION (KT)

We’re off to explore the nation’s largest animated light show—World of Illumination! This holiday extravaganza is a symphony of light and sound, masterfully synchronized to your favorite holiday music. The technology behind Illumination is wild, using the most advanced hardware and software the lighting world has to offer— millions of lights—making it the first fully animated interactive holiday show in the Southwest. We’ll kick back and enjoy this drive-through experience from the comfort of our own vans, then top it all off with a stop for Christmas cookies served with hot coffee and Bailey’s Irish Cream. Delicious!

Date: Mon., December 19

Cost: $75 per person

Deadline: Mon., Dec. 5

ZOOLIGHTS (KT)

We’re on our way to the Phoenix Zoo, but don’t expect to see any live animals—animals created from lights are the star of this show. With almost four million lights and 700 light sculptures, this great festival just keeps getting better, offering the wonderful holiday displays that we’ve grown to love, including MUSIC IN MOTION featuring the music from the movie Polar Express and CAROL OF THE BELLS by Arctic Express—synchronized to 15,000 lights—as well as spectacular new creations every year. We’ll begin with an early dinner on self, at the Miracle Mile Deli, a true Phoenix landmark for more than 60 years. Miracle Mile serves the best deli sandwiches and homemade soups, along with great daily specials including a roast turkey plate, Hungarian stuffed cabbage rolls, meatloaf, mac & cheese, and so much more. This is a Kindred Tours Holiday Classic that you will not want to miss!

Date: Tues., Dec. 27

Cost: $85 per person

Deadline: Mon., Dec. 19

JANUARY

TORTILLA FLAT & THE DOLLY STEAMBOAT CRUISE (KT)

Nestled in the Tonto National

Forest, in the Superstition Mountain Range, Tortilla Flat is an authentic old west town. Founded in 1904 as a stagecoach stop, this fantastic destination is just a hop-skipand-a-jump away, on the historic Apache Trail. We’ll arrive early to get seated on the BBQ Patio, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self—burgers hot off the grill, Tortilla Flat’s famous chili and BBQ, of course. The entertainment on the BBQ Patio is legendary, as the Tortilla Flat Band takes the stage daily, providing old-time rock & roll, plus so much more. Midafternoon we’ll board the Dolly Steamboat enjoy the 1.5-hour Nature Cruise, offering dramatic views of Canyon Lake, known for beautiful shorelines along red rock cliffs and steep canyon walls. Guests on the Dolly may see Big Horn sheep and Bald Eagles, as well as other wildlife. This relaxing tour offers so much!

Date: Tues., Jan. 3

Cost: $120 per person

Deadline: Tues., Jan. 27

HISTORIC YUMA (KT)

Eighty years before the Pilgrims stepped foot on Plymouth Rock, Europeans were living in Yuma—the safest place to cross the mighty Colorado River for hundreds of miles. Yuma is rich with multicultural heritage and amazing historic sites, including the notorious Yuma Territorial Prison, our first stop on this exciting tour. Authorized in 1875, with a construction budget of $25,000, the Yuma Territorial Prison only operated for 33 years, but that was long enough to leave behind a fearsome legacy. A total of 3,069 prisoners, 29 of them women, lived within the prison’s granite walls, surrounded by the powerful Colorado River and the unforgiving desert. After exploring the prison, we’ll head to the Colorado River State Historic Park—home to the Yuma Quartermaster Depot—once the beating heart of all military outposts in the American Southwest. At this site, beginning in 1864, on high ground above the Colorado River, the U.S. Army warehoused a six-month supply of food, clothing and ammunition for forts in Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas, along with more than 900 mules and their teamsters. Ocean vessels brought goods to the Gulf of California, where they were transferred to steamboats for the trip upriver to Yuma,

then later dispersed overland by the legendary 20-mule teams. We’ll explore these historic sites, along with downtown Yuma, and we’ll stop by Lute’s Casino for lunch on self. A great favorite with the locals, Lute’s was built in 1901 as a general store, turned into a pool hall in 1920, and is now a no-frills greasy spoon—dishing up cheeseburgers, sandwiches and some traditional Mexican dishes. There is much to explore in Historic Yuma—don’t miss out on the fun!

Date: Thurs., January 5

Cost: $121 per person

Deadline: Mon., Dec. 26

THE DOWNTOWN PHOENIX MURAL TOUR & MRS. WHITE’S GOLDEN RULE (KT)

The once dreary streets of Downtown Phoenix are like an art museum, making it a must-see destination! An explosion of murals, bursting with color, have revitalized this arty and eclectic region—a phenomenon that continues to evolve as new murals debut—seemingly overnight. Today you can barely travel a city block without spotting a remarkable, often larger-than-life mural, paving the way for a whirlwind driving tour that has all the thrill of an urban scavenger hunt! We’ll also enjoy lunch, included, at Mrs. White’s Golden Rule Café. Elizabeth White, a Phoenix culinary legend, has been serving up soul food in Downtown Phoenix for nearly 60 years. Food Network’s Beau McMillan recounts on The Best Things I Ever Ate, Mrs. White’s fried chicken beats all the old Southern standbys. We’ll enjoy a big plate of fried chicken, scrumptious mac & cheese and a side of slaw. But don’t just take it from us, join us on this exciting tour—BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND—and find out for yourself.

Date: Thurs., Jan. 12

Cost: $99 per person

Deadline: Mon., Jan. 2

LAUGHLIN SCENIC OUTSKIRTS + CASINO TOUR (FS)

Lady Luck in Laughlin! On our way we still stop to see the London Bridge in Havasu + lunch on own. Then we will head to Laughlin for two days at the Aquarius Casino. There is an option tour at Keepers of the Wild as well! You wont want to miss this!

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Day One: Depart the Valley and travel to in Lake Havasu to see the London Bridge and have lunch on your own. Continue on to Laughlin and Check into the Aquarius Hotel. Flirt with lady luck at the casino this evening.

Day Two: Optional Tour- Keepers of the Wild Nature Park, an accredited nonprofit wildlife sanctuary. Tour includes Safari Tram tour during animal feeding. $25.00 per person OR Stay and Play!

Day Three: After a leisurely morning, depart for home. Stop and Visit the historic Route 66 mining town of Oatman, AZ.

Date: Tues., January 17

Cost: $350 (dbl)

Deadline: Tues., January 3

HAVASU BALLOON FESTIVAL (KT)

Day One: We’ll leave the Valley with a stop for lunch on self, as well as plenty of great sightseeing, on our way to beautiful Lake Havasu City! Upon arrival, we’ll check into the brand new contemporary styled Holiday Inn Express, conveniently located in English Village, next to the London Bridge. Guests of the hotel are just steps away from restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. After a refresh, we’ll head out for a fabulous Welcome Dinner at Angelina’s Italian Kitchen, where we’ll enjoy a three-course meal, with several entrée items to select from, a glass of red or white wine, and dessert, included. After dinner we’ll head out to the balloon field to explore the Glow Spectacular, a truly remarkable event, as pilots ignite the burners of their tethered balloons simultaneously and they glow like enormous holiday ornaments. Later we’ll enjoy a free evening in Lake Havasu City, on a festival weekend, where there will be much to see and do.

Day Two: Breakfast is included at the hotel, then we’re off to experience the heart-stopping Mass Ascension—an early morning launch of hundreds of balloons—the most amazing display of sound and color! Afterwards we’ll explore all that this thrilling festival has to offer, including tethered balloon rides, food vendor’s booths, live music and so much more. Early afternoon we’ll head off to

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exciting Laughlin, Nevada—home to eight different resorts, side by side along the beautiful Colorado River, miles of fun-filled recreational and gaming opportunities, and a huge variety of dining choices—making it the perfect destination for lunch on self and a great afternoon. Later we’ll head back to Lake Havasu City where we’ll enjoy a free evening and dinner on self with several wonderful restaurants to choose from.

Day Three: Breakfast is included at the hotel, then it’s bags out and we’re off to explore Oatman, one of Arizona’s most interesting ghost towns. This crazy little town began as a mining tent camp over 100 years ago, but quickly became a flourishing gold mining center in 1915, when two miners struck a ten-milliondollar gold find. Mining in Oatman was short lived. The town survived by catering to travelers on old U.S. Route 66 and nearly died when the route became what is now Interstate 40. Today tame burros roam the streets of lively Oatman, descendants of the early mining burros. We’ll check out the Oatman Hotel, where Clark Gable and Carol Lombard honeymooned in 1939, stroll the historic streets and handfeed the burros. Afterwards we’ll head back to the Valley with a stop for lunch on self, and plenty of great sightseeing along the way. Don’t wait to make your reservations for the 12th Annual Havasu Balloon Festival, designated as one of THE TOP 100 EVENTS IN NORTH AMERICA. You’ll be glad you did!

Date: Fri., Jan. 20-Sun., Jan. 22

Cost: $769 (double) | $1028 (single)

Deadline: Fri., Jan. 6

TOMBSTONE & BISBEE (KT)

Entertain your out-of-town guests this holiday season with this wild west tour to Tombstone—where they wanna go, then to Bisbee—where they oughta go! We’ll head south, with a stop for coffee & goodies, on our way to “The Town Too Tough To Die.” Tombstone, with its rowdy, drunken, bullet riddled past, is home to several great little restaurants, including the world-famous Big Nose Kate’s Saloon. Lunch is on self at the restaurant of your choice and afterwards we’ll take a little time to stroll the very same blood-soaked streets as Wild Bill Hickok, Doc Holliday, Johnny Ringo, and Wyatt Earp—just to name a few! Later we’ll jump back in the Transits headed for Bisbee. Founded in 1880, driven by a booming mining industry, Bisbee became a thriving community nearly overnight. Now a living ghost town, Bisbee is home to interesting shops and galleries, terrific restaurants and neighborhoods full of artfully restored Victorian and European-style homes. We’ll spend some time exploring the downtown area and the Brewery Gulch District, before visiting some

of Bisbee’s most notable sites, including St. Patrick’s Catholic Church—a magnificent monument to Bisbee’s early residents who wanted to transform a mining camp into one of the largest commercial centers in Arizona. Located 90 miles southeast of Tucson in the Mule Mountains, Bisbee draws visitors from around the world!

Date: Fri., Jan. 27

Cost: $105 per person

Deadline: Wed., Jan. 18

FEBRUARY

ASU GAMMAGE - “JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR” (LW)

With lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’, ‘Gethsemane’ and ‘Superstar.’

Date: Wed., Feb. 1

Cost: $105 per person

Depart: 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Deadline: Wed., Jan. 4

BARLEEN’S DINNER SHOW (KT)

This affordable local tour includes so much, beginning with a delicious luncheon of slowed roasted beef complete with all the trimmings, topped off with a decadent slice of chocolate cake. After lunch it’s time to kick back and enjoy a fabulous matinee performance, brought to you by masterful musicians. We’ll enjoy Rock & Roll Through the Years featuring the early hits of Elvis, The Everly Brothers, and Buddy Holly. Take a trip down memory lane with those doo-wop hits we heard on the radio like Duke of Earl and At the Hop, and let’s not forget The Angels, The Chiffons and The Ronettes. This show also transports you into the 60’s with Roy Orbison, The Tokens and the great sound of Motown. Get your toes tappin’ and sing along as the Barleens cruise through the early years of Rock and Roll!

Date: Wed., Feb. 8

Cost: $119 per person

Deadline: Wed., Jan. 25

THE 64TH ANNUAL TUBAC FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS (KT)

Nestled at the base of the Santa Rita Mountains, on the Santa Cruz River, Tubac has enjoyed a rich history of festivals dating back to 1959. The February Tubac Fine Arts Festival, with its 64-year tradition, is the longest running art festival in Southern Arizona, drawing

more than 200 artists and thousands of visitors from all over the world. The artist’s tents compliment the 100 shops, fine art galleries and working artist’s studios that grace The Village throughout the year. While the show is juried for quality, it is not pretentious—serious paintings share the street with whimsical sculptures and New Age music. We’ll also enjoy lunch on self, and there are many fine restaurants in Tubac, along with an international food court packed with fun vendor’s booths. This is a Kindred Tour’s annual trek that always fills very quickly. Don’t wait to make your reservations.

Date: Fri., Feb. 10

Cost: $110 per person

Deadline: Fri., Jan. 27

MYSTERY TOUR* (FS)

You’ll be able to see some of the most beautiful sights around while having fun with fellow travelers. This is an experience everyone will love! It’s perfect for anyone who wants to get out and see more than just their own backyard. And it won’t break the bank either! So, what are you waiting for? Sign up today and let us show you why we’re #1 when it comes to tours in Phoenix, AZ. Where are you going? We can’t tell you quite yet but rest assured that we have something great in store for you on this Mystery Tour! *Pick-up at Burger King on Superstition Springs Blvd.

Date: Thurs., Feb. 16

Cost: $140 per person

Deadline: Thurs., Feb. 2

MARCH

ASU GAMMAGE - “FROZEN” (LW)

From the producer of The Lion King and Aladdin, Frozen, the Tony®-nominated Best Musical, is now on tour across North America and the critics rave, “It’s simply magical!” (LA Daily News). Heralded by The New Yorker as “thrilling” and “genuinely moving,” Frozen features the songs you know and love from the original Oscar®-winning film, plus an expanded score with a dozen new numbers by the film’s songwriters, Oscar winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez and EGOT winner Robert Lopez. Oscar winner Jennifer Lee (book), Tony and Olivier Award winner Michael Grandage (director), and Tony winner Rob Ashford (choreographer) round out the creative team that has won a cumulative 16 Tony Awards. An unforgettable theatrical experience filled with sensational special effects, stunning sets and costumes, and powerhouse performances, Frozen is everything you want in a musical: It’s moving. It’s spectacular. And above all, it’s pure Broadway joy.

Date: Wed., March 1

Cost: $115 per person

Depart: 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Deadline: Mon., Jan. 30

SPRING TRAINING | DIAMONDBACKS @ CUBS* (FS)

Take Me Out to the Ball Game! Come & enjoy the afternoon at the VIP 3rd base Party Deck exclusively at the stunning Cubs Spring Training Field as we watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Diamondbacks. Guests will enjoy the spring Training game at the VIP 3rd Party Deck at Sloan Park. Your afternoon here will include a delightful lunch & a cash bar is available.

Lunch Menu | Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Assorted Toppings, Ranchero Beans, Pasta Salad, Tomato Cucumber Salad, Assorted Cookies, Iced Tea, Lemonade, Water.

Pricing Tiers

All options include game tickets, VIP Deck access & lunch as described above.

• Self-Drive (base price) | $105.00 per person; NOTE: This option does not include transportation or parking passes

• East Valley Pick Up | $130.00 per person; includes small group transportation

*Pick-up at Burger King on Superstition Springs Blvd.

Date: Thurs., March 16

Cost : See above – Self Drive: $105 per person | Pick-up $130 per person

Deadline: Tues., Feb. 28

ASU GAMMAGE - “ANNIE” (LW)

Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production — just as you remember it and just when we need it most. Annie, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.

Date: Fri., March 24

Cost: $115 per person

Depart: 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Deadline: Mon., Feb. 20

KEY CODES:

Collette (C) ¤ Free Spirit (FS) Kindred Tours (KT) Leisure World Recreation (LW)

Travel is Calling - Collette Trips

As the longest running tour operator in North America, Collette has been providing guided travel for 102 years. They offer trips on all seven continents, allowing guests to fulfill their deepest travel aspirations. As a family owned and operated business, they consider our travelers to be our personal guests. Collette understands that each guest is unique, so we offer a variety of travel styles, including small groups, single hotel stays, faith-based experiences and river cruises. Stop by the Rec. Office for more information and registration sheets.

Shades

July

Discover

From history-filled Dublin to the rolling green hills and dramatic coast, experience Ireland’s charms on a journey through the Emerald Isle. Choose how you explore the city of Dublin. Kiss the Blarney Stone at historic Blarney Castle. See Killarney from an Irish jaunting car. Pick from a selection of the best restaurants with our Diner’s Choice program. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. See border collies in action during a traditional sheepdog demonstration. Stand in awe at the top of the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. A vibrant blend of captivating culture and stunning nature, this is the Ireland you’ve always imagined. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1128614

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• Hamburgers

• Pancakes

• Waffles

• French Toast

• Omelets

• Homemade Soups

Buy one regular menu item and beverage and get a second regular menu item of equal or lesser value for free. Limit one per person per ticket per visit. Must present coupon to be eligible for discount.

• Salads

• Sandwiches

• Breakfast Specials starting at $6.95

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Follow Along Trips: Hale Centre Theatre

On Sale Now at the Recreation Office and Online

For 19 years, Hale Centre Theatre has been bringing exciting, family-friendly Broadway Musicals, Dramas, and Comedies to downtown Gilbert audiences. With discounted tickets seated on the north side of the stage, you’ll be sure to have a great night, in the round, filled with laughs, music, and high-quality stage productions. Join your friends, neighbors, and family on a local, economical excursion once a month to enjoy theatre right down the road. Drive yourself or carpool with friends as we follow along as a group to Hale Theatre this season!

Molly’s Miles

A Hale Holiday Classic! Our spectacular, heart-warming version of Dickens’ classic tale of redemption is magically brought to life. 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 20th year in Gilbert!

Date: Tues., Dec. 13

Cost: $40

Deadline: Advance ticket only

A USO performance from the Andrews Sisters is in jeopardy when they fail to appear. Thankfully, three earnest stagehands are determined to go on with the show! The Andrews Brothers is filled to the brim with 30 songs made famous by the Andrews Sisters and other top artists of the era in this WWII show of mistaken identities and madcap adventures.

Date: Tues., Jan. 17

Cost: $40

Deadline: Tues., Jan. 3

It’s 1960 and teen heartthrob, rock-and-roll superstar Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the army. His manager cooks up a plan to send him off in style, with a swell new song and one last kiss from a lucky teenage fan on The Ed Sullivan Show. Featuring beloved songs such as “Put on A Happy Face” and “A Lot of Livin’ To Do.”

Date: Thurs., May 25

Cost: $40

Deadline: Thurs., May 11

Motorcoach Trips: ALL ABOARD TO BROADWAY On Sale Now at the Recreation Office and Online!

Announcing Leisure World 2022-2023 Broadway Across America season at ASU Gammage. All shows include roundtrip deluxe motorcoach transportation with show tickets in Orchestra Level seating.

“Jesus Christ Superstar”

$105 pp

Wed., Feb. 1, 2023

Departs at 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

With lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’, ‘Gethsemane’ and ‘Superstar.’

Deadline: Wed., Jan. 4

“Frozen”

“Annie”

Are you not sure what to get for a significant other, family member, or friend for the holidays? One of my favorite presents to give/receive are experiences versus tangible gifts. If you are stumped on what to get your loved ones this holiday season give them a trip or an experience that will give them memories to last a lifetime! Lucky for you, trips and day tours are right at your fingertips in Leisure World. We offer monthly trips and tours that give you the opportunity to stay near or travel far. ASU Gammage is a great place to take a friend or loved one. Treat someone to seeing Jesus Christ Superstar on February 1st, or if you have grandkids near, or plan to have them visit in the month of March, we will be offering Frozen (March 1st) and Annie (March 24th) as well. With a ticket from Leisure World, you and your loved ones will be granted Orchestra Level seating and round-trip transportation from Leisure World on a deluxe motorcoach. Make sure to get your tickets early as the deadline for these tickets are January 4th and January 30th.

$115 pp

Wed., Mar. 1, 2023

Departs at 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Frozen, the Tony®-nominated Best Musical, is now on tour across North America. Frozen features the songs you know and love from the original Oscar®-winning film, plus a dozen new numbers by the film’s songwriters, Oscar winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez and EGOT winner Robert Lopez. Oscar winner Jennifer Lee (book), Tony and Olivier Award winner Michael Grandage (director), and Tony winner Rob Ashford (choreographer) round out the creative team that has won a cumulative 16 Tony Awards. Frozen is everything you want in a musical: It’s moving. It’s spectacular. And above all, it’s pure Broadway joy.

Deadline: Mon., Jan. 30

$115 pp

Fri., Mar., 24, 2023

Departs at 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production — just as you remember it and just when we need it most. Annie, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.

Deadline: Mon., Feb. 20

If you are looking to take someone to a new place whether it may be in Arizona or a little further, we have many offerings in the upcoming months that would make great gifts. Whether it is taking family in town for the holidays on a tour with Kindred Tours to Yuma (January 5th) or to the wild west in Tombstone & Bisbee (January 27th) they will give you an experience of a lifetime. With transportation and a guided tour included, the work is done for you!

Looking more toward the future, if you are looking for a bigger excursion, we will also be offering a 10-day trip to Ireland in July 2023 and a 4-day trip to Nashville in September 2023. We have a little bit of everything for whatever your needs may be. Take a look at page __ for more information on all of the trips and tours we will be offering in the upcoming months. Treat a loved one (and yourself) this holiday season with a trip that everyone will love! Stop by the Rec. Office for further information on any of the trips mentioned, and we will get you set on your special gift.

Happy Holidays!

Molly

SUN 11

3:00 p.m. Mixed Chorus Concert (HPG)

Contact Carla Nicely in the Recreation Department: 480-832-0000 ext. 208 or cnicely@lwca.com.

THURS

MON 12

TUES 13

WED 14

1:00 p.m. Grief Support (BQ)

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

THURS 15 4:00 a.m. District 7 Meeting (BR)

FRI 16 !2:00 p.m. Art Association Christmas Party (CLR)

SAT 17

2:00 p.m. Jingle All the Way 5K (R2PL)

4:00 p.m. Movie Matinee “Love Actually” (T)

8:00 a.m. Computer Club Meeting “Solar Power Your Home” (T)

10:00 p.m. District 8 Meeting (Hopi)

7:00 p.m. PAS “In the Christmas Mood” (HPG)

4:00 p.m. District 5 Meeting (Hopi)

4:30 p.m. District 3 Meeting (BR)

4:30 p.m. Lions Club Meeting (CLR)

5:00 a.m. Trip Hale A Christmas Carol (MC)

8:30 a.m. Library Volunteers (QCR)

10:00 a.m. District 1 Meeting (BR)

1:00 p.m. Democratic Club (CLR)

1:00 p.m. Performance Physio Presentation (T)

3:00 p.m. Tennis Club Meeting (CLR)

4:30 p.m. District 6 Meeting (Hopi)

4:30 p.m. Sonoran Desert Club Meeting (Prom)

6:00 p.m. Trivia Night (BR)

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4:30 a.m. District 4 Meeting (QCR) 5:00 p.m. SOLO (CLR)

12:30 p.m. Music Therapy (MR)

5:00 p.m. Pickleball Christmas Party (HPG)

7:00 p.m. Bingo (BR)

5:00 p.m. Jingle Jam Holiday Party (HPG) SUN 18 3:30 p.m. Shalom Holidays Chanukah (CLR)

*Depending on Electrical Project completion, highlighted events will be relocated (if able to accommodate) or cancelled.

On select Mondays, November through March, Recreation provides audiences access to unparalleled artists, diverse programs, cuttingedge experiences, and high quality performances by local,

2022-2023 Individual Tickets

All individual show tickets now available!

Section One (Blue) $25 pp

Section Two (Yellow) $23 pp

Section Three (Pink) $21 pp

Section Four (Green) $19 pp

Individual Tickets are available at the door with an additional $2 surcharge.

Get into the spirit of the season with this spectacular holiday performance. 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 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, I’ll Be Home for Christmas and many more.

Travel back in time, over many decades, with the greatest hits songs, starting with the 1960s. Colorful costumes, a live rock band, and powerhouse vocalists, this show features hits such as “My Girl,” “Respect,” “What the World Needs Now,” “Imagine,” “Play That Funky Music,” “Mamma Mia,” “YMCA,” “Stayin Alive,” “9 to 5,” “Easy Like Sunday Morning,” and many more!

Down On The Corner:

Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute

Monday, January 23, 2023

Settle in for a show that pays tribute to the pioneers of Southern rock. Professional entertainer Mike Yarema tells the stories and sings the songs of this iconic group. This long-running popular show features several favorite hits: “Born on the Bayou,” “Fortunate Son,” “Proud Mary,” “Who’ll Stop the Rain,” “Green River” and many more!

Back by popular demand direct from New York City, The Rave-Ons perform their brand-new show that has delighted Holland America Cruise audiences around the world. Rock out to the top hits of the 1950s with “Who’s Sorry Now,” “That’ll Be the Day,” “Donna, At the Hop,” “Rock Around the Clock,” “Hound Dog” and many, many more!

This uproarious show takes audience members back – sometimes nostalgically, sometimes fearfully – to the children they once were. The irrepressible Sister teaches an adult catechism class to a roomful of “students” (the audience). Sister goes from benevolent instructor to authoritative drill sergeant. These abrupt mood swings are bound to strike a resonant chord with everyone who survived going to school, with an omniscient authoritarian at the helm. Time to laugh your sins off!

Direct from Chicago and Las Vegas, Colte Julian’s electrifying tribute to the great Elton John features a live band, backup singers and Elton’s greatest hits, including “Rocket Man,” “Bennie and the Jets,” “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” “Crocodile Rock,” “Candle in the Wind” and many more!

Smooth, soft rock from the 1970s and 1980s has a new name: Yacht Rock! This amazing, hit-filled concert features songs from Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Hall and Oates, Christopher Cross, Ambrosia, The Doobie Brothers, Rupert Holmes, England Dan and John Ford Coley and many more.

Tired of Bad Tasting and Smelly

Outreach Services

January Group Exercise Class registrations begin December 1 at 7:00 a.m., online, in-person or by phone.

If you have not signed up for the Leisure World e-blast communication, please do so to receive updated registration information.

As a reminder, we have launched a new Group Exercise Calendar with new classes, a new class progression rating system and new workshop. There is something for everyone! Our Fitness Specialists are happy to assist you with finding the right class!

The Fitness Center is challenging you to increase your fitness level! Sign up for the New Year New Goals Fitness challenge! This is an exciting journey you’ll be taking alongside the Fitness Center Team. We will guide you and help you successfully reach your personal goal! Select from one of these three goals:

• Improve your mile(s) time

• Gain Muscular Strength (Lower Body/ Upper body)

• Improve Hip Flexibility/ Mobility

• The choice is yours!

We will start with a kickoff presentation on January 9, 2023 with your Fitness Team, selecting a plan to achieve your goal, recommendations for progression, with a structure your program.

This New Year New Goal Challenge is for any fitness level. If you are at an advanced stage in your fitness journey and have reached a plateau this challenge will help you push yourself to a new limit. For those at the beginning stage this will help you set a goal and teach you how to reach it.

Challenge yourself to follow the program to a “T”, stay accountable, meet your personal goal at the end of the 8 weeks to receive a Challenge Winner T-Shirt!

Children’s Holiday Fun Pack

The kids’ pack will be returning in December. The packet will consist of fun activities to do from home and around your community. The joyous fun packs are loaded with Christmas countdown, random acts of kindness, quick crafts, word games, coloring activities and more that will help entertain you and your “little angels”! Packets are divided into two categories: 0 - 8 years old and 9 years on up. Stop by the Fitness Desk in December to pick one up while supplies last.

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.

Dates: Jan. 9 – Mar. 6, 2023, for the challenge

Presentation Date: Jan. 9, 2023

Time: 1:30 P.M.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Cost: $100

Register: Online at LWCA.com or call the Fitness Center 480-832-0000 ext. 212

Deadline: Must register before January 9th.

Meetings will be at 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. on the following dates and places:

Jan. 16 Initial assessment and Phase 1 Rec.1 Fitness Center

Jan. 23 Goal Setting with Guest Speaker Performance Physio, Sarah Hanna-Powel!

Jan. 30 Phase 2 Rec.1 Fitness Center

Feb. 13 Phase 3 Rec.1 Fitness Center

Feb. 27 Final Phase Rec.1 Fitness Center

Mar. 6 Final Assessment Rec.1 Fitness Center

Complete this challenge, and in March you will be invited to walk The Runway at our Celebration Awards Ceremony.

Mar. 20 Celebration Awards Ceremony Rec.1 Ballroom

Insurance Updates for Group Exercise Benefits

As we quickly approach the end of the year there are always some changes, we may need to address…some small some large. Open Enrollment for insurance changes usually begin in October but lasts to midDecember. Sometimes we change insurance companies, sometimes the insurance companies change their offerings.

Leisure World Wellness Department Staff

If you are currently using SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, or Renew Active (One Pass) and participate in our Group Exercise program, we respectively request that you review your exercise subscription with your insurance company. Please notify the Fitness Center if there were changes and/ or confirm your current subscription is active in our system for the upcoming season. Thank you for being proactive.

Learn about health risk factors with RightPath Health Screenings’ Options:

Abdominal Ultrasound screenings:

• Liver - The screening scans for cysts, nodules, masses and texture/density/ size changes in the liver.

• Kidney - The screening scans for cysts, nodules, masses, stones, fluid and other abnormalities.

• Gallbladder- The screening scans for stones, sludge, wall thickening and other abnormalities

• Pancreas- The pancreas is an important organ providing essential hormones and digestive enzymes. This screening detects small lesions, abnormalities and other signs of disease.

• Spleen- The spleen is an essential organ to the immune system and red blood cells. The screening detects any enlargements and other abnormalities.

• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm- Aneurysms form as a result of weakening in the arterial wall. This ultrasound screening detects aneurysms in the aorta which is the largest artery in the body.

Cardiovascular Screenings:

• Heart Ultrasound- Screening visualizes the heart valves, measures systolic function, the motility of the left ventricle, ejection fraction and dimensions of the atrium and ventricles.

• Atrial Fibrillation- Atrial Fibrillation is a heart rhythm problem found in almost one in every 150 people causing palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue and risk of stroke.

• Stroke Screening (CAROTID ARTERY ULTRASOUND) Stroke is the most

RightPath Health Screening

This Screening Could Save Your Life!!!

common cause of long-term care admissions in the US. This screening visualizes the level of plaque buildup in the carotid arteries.

• Thyroid Ultrasound- Screening detects cysts, nodules and other abnormalities that may indicate signs of thyroid disease.

• Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)- a condition where blood circulation is restricted in the legs. It affects over 8 million Americans. This screening

detects signs of circulatory problems in the lower extremities.

Blood pressure, pulse, blood oxygen saturation level, and temperature are included FREE with all health screenings.

Now, more than ever, understanding your medical risk factors is of utmost importance. RightPath’s health screenings are thorough & safe and can help you gain awareness of possible health concerns.

Relax • Recharge • Heal

There’s no denying the power of bodywork. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen.

The Benefits Include:

• Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow-the body’s natural defense system.

• Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles.

• Help athletes of any level prepare for,

and recover from, strenuous workouts.

• Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ- the skin.

• Increase joint flexibility.

• Lessen depression and anxiety.

• Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks.

• Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.

• Reduce spasms and cramping.

• Relax and soften injured, tied, and overused muscles release endorphinsamino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller.

• Relieve migraine pain.

Date: Thurs., Dec. 7

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Appointment is Necessary Call 602.254.7130

Place: Rec. 2 Pima Room

Cost: All 11 screenings for only $200.00!

Please wear a two-piece outfit. A minimum 4-hour fast is required with the Abdominal Package. A confidential report is immediately provided.

BOOK NOW

To book a massage contact the Massage therapists below:

Bret Stilson, LMT Call or Text: 480-332-0180

Rita Schuller, LMT Call or Text: 480-322-0809

Are you looking to enhance your hand and eye coordination while working on agility and motor skills? Then this class is for you! This NEW class is here to help improve your skills in all planes of motion. Please bring athletic shoes with grip and ankle support!

Date: Tues./Thurs.

Time: 5:00 - 5:45 P.M.

Place: Rec. 1 Sport Court

Cost: FREE for the Month of December register to save your spot or drop in first come for serve!

HydroSPIN is a level 2 class that will be styled after a traditional spin bike 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. This Aqua Cycling class is spin emphasis that will focus on cardio and aerobic foundation utilizing lower body large muscle group.

Date: Saturday

Time: 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

Place: Rec 2 Therapy Pool

Cost: FREE for the Month of December register to save your spot or drop in first come for serve!

Group Exercise Spotlights

TRX Sport

Dec. 1 – Dec. 16

TRX Sport is designed to enhance your athletic capabilities. It will focus on full body continual motion, concentrating on core, balance, and aerobic conditioning. Exercises in this class will progress, challenge your athleticism, and focus on coordination that will improve your sport performance. It is recommended that you take TRX Fundamentals and TRX Fit in preparation for this class, before participating in this class.

Date: Tues./Thurs.

Time: 8:30 - 9:15 A.M.

Place: Rec. 1 Sport Court

Cost: FREE for the Month of December register to save your spot or drop in first come for serve!

Yoga Flow

This class starts with breathing and poses to warm up and move through poses that flow, one to the next; holding postures to build strength. Yoga is a practice, without competition, expectation, or judgement. It is for everybody. Modifications for poses will be provided. Learn to manage stress and anxiety by using breath work. You must be able to get up and down from the floor.

Date: Mon./Wed.

Time: 4:00 - 4:45 P.M.

Place: Rec. 1 Classroom

Cost: FREE for the Month of December register to save your spot or drop in first come for serve!

Tai Chi Chih For Wellness of Body, Mind and Spirit

Tai Chi is a Chinese form of exercise suitable to people of all ages. It’s often called a moving meditation. Students learn a series of graceful, flowing movements which look a bit like karate in slow-motion. Tai Chi teaches balance, coordination, body awareness, deep breathing and concentration.

Tai Chi Chih is a form of Tai Chi which consists of 19 movements and one pose. This style is great for beginners and is not a walking form.

Please come and learn more about Tai Chi Chih during a free demo/class being held on

Tuesday, January 3 at 1 p.m. in the exercise room adjacent to the health club. Wear loose comfy clothes and soft soled shoes.

The 8-week course begins Tuesday, January 10 at 1 p.m., ending February 28. Cost $80.00 or $12.00 per class

Try it first by attending the FREE Demo Day!

Date: Tues., Jan. 3

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Classroom Cost: FREE Demo Day!

Session Details

Days: Tuesdays

Dates: Jan. 10 – Feb. 28 (8-weeks)

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Classroom

Cost: $80.00 for session or $12.00 per drop-in

Taught by certified instructor Roxanne Reynolds. Call 480-452-8265 with questions and to sign up.

Photo Credit: Jeff Bayer

Fitness Center Etiquette

We are so excited to be in our busiest time of the year in the Fitness Center! A new season is the perfect time to share some standard gym etiquette in the Fitness Center that is hopefully common sense. Simply stated, we need to be aware of how our own behavior affects other people. The goal is to keep everyone safe and practice healthy habits in an area that is full of moving bodies and heavy equipment.

Fitness Center etiquette is more important than ever to keep our members safe and our space clean.

• Clean up after yourself

• Be safe & prevent the spread of germs

• Share with others

• Be nice

When everyone follows these guidelines, it creates an environment of comfort and safety, allowing everyone to exercise without having to worry about what the person next to them is doing. These are no-nonsense, common-sense guidelines we live by in everyday life.

Clean it Up: It is standard gym etiquette to wipe equipment off before and after you use it. Use our high-grade disinfectant wipes to clean the equipment you use to keep yourself and others healthy.

Be Safe: Safety is our number one concern at Leisure World. Please stay home if you have any cold, flu, COVID like symptoms! Hand sanitizer stations are located throughout the Fitness Center for your safety and convenience.

Additional safety measures include using a daily locker (key is provided) inside the locker rooms to store your bags and personal belongings to prevent

tripping hazards. Be sure to remove your belongings when finished and leave the key in the locker for the next person to use.

Don’t Sit on Equipment When You’re Not

Using It: During our busy season, please be considerate of sitting on equipment that you are not using. Prolonged resting and/or chatting with a friend may prevent another member from being able to use that machine or bench, etc. We love the camaraderie that happens in the Fitness Center but ask that you be aware of the equipment needs of others.

Pick Up Your Equipment: If you use something put it back. This makes it available for someone else to use right away. Remove weight plates and return them to their proper place. Cleaning up after ourselves creates a more userfriendly environment by being able to locate equipment easily and a safer environment by preventing tripping hazards.

Taking Phone Calls: While we may use our phones for music and/or have them nearby during our workout, talking on the phone is not allowed in the fitness

area. There are times when taking a call may be necessary, but if possible, please take the call in the lobby or outside.

Be Nice

The Fitness Center is a shared space for all of our residents. Please be mindful of others’ workout space. Be respectful of social distancing guidelines. In the end, these etiquette guidelines boil down to the same concept: be considerate of other people. By continuing to do that, the Oasis Health Spa will continue to be friendly and healthy place to exercise for all of us.

Outdoor Class Temperature Guidelines and Cancellations

Safety First! We take this seriously when it comes to offering classes outdoors in colder temperatures. With that in mind, we want to share the temperature guidelines and the procedures we follow for holding and canceling classes outdoors.

Aquatic Classes

Leisure World Fitness Center staff follows the guidelines set forth by the American Council of Sports Medicine in conjunction with the Aquatics Exercise Association for safety purposes. According to these guidelines, Aqua Fitness and Hydrorider should not be held if the ambient temperature is below 64 degrees Fahrenheit.

TRX Fit

Leisure World Fitness requires a “feellike” temperature” of 45 degrees and a dry surface for this class to conduct a safe, dynamic class that is based on stabilization and gripping ability.

How Class Cancellations are Determined: Leisure World Fitness Center uses the website www.weatherbug.com to check temperatures and lightning strikes in Mesa, 85206. The predicted air temperature will be checked when the Fitness Center opens to determine if the ambient temperature prediction meets the required temperature for classes being offered that day at the time of class. If any predicted temperature does

not meet the above requirements for the time of class, communication will be sent via email. Pending any inclement weather, notification of any class cancelation will occur via email through our business operations software. Please be sure to notify staff if not receiving emails and to keep your current email up-to-date. We are grateful to live in a beautiful climate but unfortunately, even in paradise, the weather doesn’t allow for certain activities to happen safely. Thank you for understanding, and your cooperation in creating a safe environment for all participants!

Modified Dec. Group Exercise Schedule

December 1-16

December 12-16

1 Classroom

Strength & BalanceTues/Thurs 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Or 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Rec. 1 Classroom

TRU StrengthMon/Wed/Fri6:00 – 6:45 a.m.Rec. 1 Classroom

TRX® FundamentalsTues/Thurs3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Rec. 1 Sport Court until Rec.1 Classroom reopens

TRX® Fit Mon/Wed/Fri8:30 – 9:15 a.m.Rec.1 Sport Court

TRX® Sport

Tues/Thurs8:30 - 9:15 a.m.Rec. 1 Sport Court

Yoga Flow Mon/Wed4:00 - 4:45 p.m.Rec.1 Classroom

Group Class Descriptions

~*Aqua Fit (Lvl 2) – 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.

~*Aqua Kickboxing (Lvl 2) - Shallow Aqua Kick Boxing will challenge your fitness with combat style full body movements. This class utilizes the water resistance to increase power, cardio, coordination, strength, and balance.

~* Fight Back Boxing (Lvl 3) - This noncontact class is based on the Rocksteady Boxing for Parkinson’s program. It will improve cardio fitness, balance, agility, motor skill & coordination, and functional strength conditioning. You will need to provide your own gloves and hand wraps.

~*Forever Fit (Lvl 2) - This class incorporates low impact cardio intervals with weight bearing exercises to increase strength and bone density for a full body workout

including balance challenges and flexibility. You will also learn how to successfully get on and off the floor with or without a chair as needed.

~*Functional Circuit (Lvl 4) – An interval type of physical training (cardio and strength) that involves high intensity exercise alternated with rest periods. This is highly effective in conditioning the cardiovascular system. Must be able to easily get up and down from the floor.

~*ACE (Lvl 4) – Athletic Coordination

Enhancement (ACE) This class will improve your athletic skills in all planes of motion. It will consist of conditioning drills and motor skill that will enhance speed, balance, and hand eye coordination.

~*Hustle & Muscle (Lvl 3) Enjoy low impact cardio aerobics utilizing full range of motion exercises for joint movement for the first part of the class. Followed by a focus of strength and toning for a total body workout. This class will get the heart rate up and build muscle tone. Must be able to get on and off the floor.

*HydroRider® (Lvl 2) – 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 required.

*HydroSPIN® (Lvl 2) –HydroSpin is an a HydroRider class that styled after traditional spin bike classes. It will focus on aerobic and cardio foundations. Utilizing Lower Body and arge muscle groups. Aqua shoes required.

~*Latin Dance & Tone (Lvl 3) - Learn how to do the Mambo, Merengue, Salsa and other dances. This class combines body-sculpting exercises with these dance moves to create a fun & effective cardio workout. You will also use light weights to enhance rhythm and incorporate toning for a totally body experience.

~* LIIT & Fit (Lvl 3) - Low Impact Interval Training (LIIT) is a full body work out with emphasis on full body exercises and cardio movements. This class will challenge your cardio capacity with low impact movements.

~*Mat Pilates (Lvl 3) – This class is based

Level 1: Perfect for those new to exercise, those wanting to strengthen muscles, and establish a routine while having a chair or machine for assistance and support.

Level 2: Suitable for all skill levels. By increasing movement and intensity options, participants can adapt workouts to their levels

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.

~*Strength & Balance (Lvl 1) - Classes will concentrate on range of motion from head to toe along with lifting hand-held weights and using one’s own body weight to improve stability and strength.

~*TRU Strength (Lvl 4) - This functional strength training class is designed to counter many of the physically adverse effects of aging by improving muscle tone, connective tissue strength, enhancing metabolism, and development of both daily and athletic performance while teaching you proper form & mechanics.

~* TRX® Fit (Lvl 3) - Enjoy a suspension training body-weight workout that develops strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability simultaneously. This advanced TRX class will introduce progressions for the exercises learned in TRX Fundamentals. This class will also include TRX exercises on the floor.

~*TRX® Fundamentals (Lvl 2) – This class is designed to teach you how to properly use the TRX suspension trainer. This tool is excellent for increasing strength and improving body awareness. Your instructor will break down form, technique, and introduce exercises that will improve daily function.

~*TRX® Sport (Lvl 4) – This Level 4 TRX class will focus on full body continual motion, concentrating on core, balance, and aerobic conditioning. Exercises will progress and challenge your athleticism.

~*Yoga Flow (Lvl 2) – This class starts with breathing and poses to warm up and move through poses that flow, one to the next; holding postures to build strength. Yoga is a practice, without competition, expectation, or judgement. It is for everybody. Modifications for poses will be provided. Learn to manage stress and anxiety by using breath work. You must be able to get up and down from the floor.

~ FLEX Approved

* Silver & Fit/Renew Active Approved

Level 3: These classes focus on increasing muscle strength & endurance, cardiovascular and core fitness.

Level 4: Designed for the advance level exerciser who wants to refine their skills and improve their strength and conditioning.

Due to Rec.1 Electrical Project Closure Classes Are FREE! Register Now or Drop In first come for serve!

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Dorothy Pray

My name is Dorothy I am from New York and have been living in Leisure World for the past 3 years. I am 83 years old and on my free time I paint rocks, make meals for my friends, and spend time with my prayer group. I have had a few battles with my health first heart attack in 2009 and the second in 2016. I have a magnet on my refrigerator that reminds me “don’t count the days, make the days count.” I had a doctor’s visit where I found out I had high blood pressure, osteopenia, and considered prediabetic. I started to make a change and increase my exercise routine.

This past summer of 2022 I was attending the free aqua exercise classes hosted at 9:00 a.m. One day I became overheated and could not continue attending. I found myself more comfortable exercising in the Fitness Center. I started my own routine with different cardio and strength equipment. I wanted to learn more because I was only using the seated bike and leg press machine at the time.

In August I started attending the group exercise class Master the Machines. In this class I was able to find out which machines were best for me to use in the fitness center. My favorite machines I have added to my fitness routine now is the seated stepper, Sled push, and weighted row machine. I try to exercise

Shoulder Pain And Pickleball: How to Bullet-Proof your Shoulders

Presented by Sarah Hanna-Powell of Performance Physio

Description and what you will learn:

1. Why joint mobility is important in prevention of pain

2. Why strength is important in prevention of pain

at the Fitness Center 5 days a week before dinner time even if I am tired or get a late workout.

I recently went back to the Doctor and my overall health has improved! My blood work showed my bone density is now normal. I walk without my cane and have better posture. My blood pressure has improved and my A1C levels are going down. My new goal now is to continue to lower my A1C and not be considered prediabetic. I recommend using the Fitness Center even if you don’t know what to do taking a class or talking to the fitness specialist you will find the help you need.

3. Why flexibility is important in prevention of pain

4. Best exercises to start with to prevent pain and support joints

5. How to choose the best exercises or activity for you that will help you stay active, healthy and promote pain-free living.

Date: Wed., Dec. 14

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: Rec. 1 Theater

Cost: FREE

Register: Online at LWCA.com or call the Fitness Center 480-832-0000 ext. 212

Neuropathy Breakthrough!

If You’re Experiencing Pain, Burning, Numbness, Tingling or Pins & Needles In Your Hands Or Feet -> Don’t Miss This FREE Seminar On Peripheral Neuropathy!

In this cutting-edge FREE seminar you’ll learn:

• Why many current treatments for neuropathy don’t work

• The underlying causes of peripheral neuropathy, and the key to prevention!

• The Nobel prize winning discovery that every neuropathy patient MUST know

• How peripheral neuropathy is diagnosed, and when it can be successfully treated

Clinical Studies Reveal: The Debilitating Pain, Numbness & Tingling Experienced By Patients

Suffering from Peripheral Neuropathy Can Be Successfully Treated -Without The Use Of Drugs And Surgery.

Presented By: Dr. Aaron T. Shapiro, D.C.

• A technology originally developed by NASA that decreases neuropathy symptoms

• 3 simple diet changes that can help prevent peripheral neuropathy from developing.

• Advanced diagnostic testing to help determine if your condition can be treated

• A simple home therapy that is used by some of the largest specialty hospitals in the country to treat certain types of neuropathy.

Date: Monday, Dec. 12 @ 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Integrity Health Center, 1122 S. Greenfield Rd., Suite 102 COST: FREE!! Lunch will be served. RSVP by Dec. 9 CALL: (480) 820-9147 • www.incarizona.com

Been Told You Have To “Live With The Pain?”

Healthier Living Workshop

Presented by Dignity Health East Valley

Must register by Monday, January 2nd!

Take Control of Your Health and Wellbeing and Get Your Life Back!

FREE 6-week workshop series for adults with any chronic disease or anyone interested in improving their physical, mental and emotional health. Empower yourself to become an active selfmanager of your health and well-being.

What you can expect to learn:

• Exercise and nutrition

• Relaxation techniques

• Medication usage

• Pain/fatigue management

• Dealing with negative emotions

• Restful sleeping techniques

• Making informed decisions

• Improving communications

• Decision making

• Managing symptoms

• Setting weekly goals

• Better breathing

All participants will receive a “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” book.

Dates: Tuesdays, Jan. 10 – Feb.14, 2023

Time: 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Clubroom

Cost: FREE!

Registration: Contact the Fitness Center at 480-832-0000 ext. 212

Sessions are 2.5 hours each and meet once per week. Register early! Space is limited!

All participants will receive a “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” book.

A Matter of Balance emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling, increase activity levels, and improve your flexibility, balance and strength.

The program teaches you how to:

• View falls as controllable

• Set goals for increasing activity

• Make changes to reduce fall risks at home

• Exercise to increase strength and balance

• Recognize the important physical risk factors for falls

• Use Personal Action Planners to meet your goals

• Learn positive thinking and selfmotivation strategies

Dates: Mondays, Feb. 16 – Apr. 6, 2023

Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Place: Rec 1 Lakeside Clubhouse

Cost: FREE!

Registration: Contact the Fitness Center at 480-832-0000 ext. 212 or at lwca.com

Deadline: Must register by Mon., Feb. 9, 2023

All participants who complete the series receive:

• Certification of Completion

• “A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls” Participant

DOC TALK Hypertension: Strategies to Control Blood Pressure

Presented by Allen Family Medicine in partnership with Village Medical

Dr. Gregory Allen of Allen Family Medicine will discuss high blood pressure. What is it? What causes it? What are the possible complications that may occur if blood pressure is left untreated? How do high blood pressure medicines work? And how important it is to work with your healthcare team all along the way!

Date: Mon., Jan. 16

Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Cost: FREE!

Registration: Online at LWCA or contact the Fitness Center at 480-832-0000 ext. 212

Children’s Holiday Hours at the Rec. 1 Pool

Christmas Day – Sun., Dec. 25 New Year’s Day – Sun., Jan. 1 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Swim hours are extended from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to anyone under the age of 18 on Christmas and New Year’s Day Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving for the REC 1 POOL ONLY. If you don’t want to be bothered by kids in the pool, we suggest you don’t go during those hours or chose to swim over at the Rec. 2 Pool. (Rule 7-103).

Congratulations LW Fitness Dept.

Congratulations to the Leisure World Fitness Department for being awarded the ICAA NuStep Beacon Award for the "Best in Wellness" senior living communities, community centers and CEOS. Leisure World was amongst the top ten in Northern America.

“As wellness has continued to grow in the active-aging industry, we are delighted to provide even more opportunities for organizations and executives to be honored for their influence and impact,” says Colin Milner, ICAA founder and CEO.

“With the ongoing shift to wellness-based models, all of these distinguished award winners serve as shining examples that are leading the way.”

A huge thank you to Rhonda Cap, Ronda Gates and Quoc Tran for assisting with the submission.

Congratulations again to our wonderful Fitness Department for providing top quality programs to the Leisure World community!

A job well done!

Treat Yourself to a New You in 2023

Self-Help Workshop

“I know what I need to do, I just can’t seem to do it.” Whether the issue is procrastination, overeating, lack of exercise, or poor time management, self-defeating behaviors are disruptive to our potential for being the best we can be. This two-day workshop will lead participants through a process which helps identify the origins of a self-defeating behavior then outline a strategy for managing it more effectively.

Date: Mondays, Jan. 23 and 30

Time: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Lakeside Clubhouse

Cost: FREE!

Supplies: Please bring a notebook and pen.

Presented by: Ronda Gates, MS

- LIFESTYLES by Ronda Gates –This best-selling author is known for delivering lectures and workshops to encourage “Living Well, Living Long.”

RSVP: Online, at fitness@lwca.com or by calling 480-832-0000 Ext. 212.

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UNLOCKING THE SECRETS O F THE BLUE ZONE S

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JOIN US AT LEISURE WORLD

All lectures will be at 10:30 am in the Theatre at Leisure World.

RSVP required. Seating will be limited. Call (602) 693-1713 to reserve your seat. There will be a raffle for a wonderful prize for those who attend all four lectures.

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Laser Pain Away™ Announces the Introduction of the LightForce® XLi 40 watt Deep Tissue Therapy Laser

By Dr. Jason Caldwell

Laser Pain Away™ is proud to provide the highest level of pain relief with the LightForce® XLi Deep Tissue Therapy Laser to get patients out of pain and eliminate or reduce the need for surgery or drugs.

About Laser Therapy

Laser therapy is a medical treatment that uses focused light to stimulate a process within the cell called photobiomodulation (PBM). During PBM, the light interaction triggers a biological cascade of events that leads to an increase in cellular metabolism and a decrease in both pain and inflammation. This treatment is FDA-cleared and enables patients to have an alternative to drug and surgery for pain relief.

Laser therapy is a surgery-free, drugfree option for individuals suffering from both acute and chronic pain. Treatments are fast, safe, and painless. Most patients see results in the 1st treatment, and patients can expect notable pain relief, with the effects lasting longer after each treatment.

Our treatments are proven to reduce pain and inflammation associated

Helping Patients Recover Faster and Reduce Pain

with many common musculoskeletal conditions, such as Spinal Stenosis, Lower Back Pains, Sciatica, Hip Pains, Shoulder Pains, Mencius and Knee Pains, Post Surgery Tissue repair, Gout, Fibromyalgia, and many more. Laser therapy is endorsed by professional clinical organizations, including the World Health Organization (WHO), American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP®) with over 3,000 research studies having been conducted in the field.

The LightForce® XLi Deep Tissue Therapy Laser is FDA cleared and represents a great advancement in medical technology. Laser Pain Away™ is proud to provide another effective treatment option to our patients with this latest proven technology used by more than 500 professional sport programs worldwide.

For more information, call 480-3703527 or visit www.LaserPainAway.com today to find out how Laser Pain Away™ can help improve your quality of life by reducing the pain and inflammation associated with painful musculoskeletal conditions.

LightForce Therapy Lasers are used by over 130 professional and collegiate teams worldwide - including over two thirds of MLB teams. Photo credit: LightForce Therapy Lasers.

BACK PAIN

By Dr. Alexander

Too often my patients report their doctor telling them their back pain is due to their age. They usually are told something like this:

“You aren’t getting any younger and you just have to live with it.”

“I can give you a pill to help with the pain.”

“I can send you to a specialist and they may do injections or potentially surgery.”

“This is the worst spine I have ever seen.”

If you have ever sat through one of these conversations, then you know exactly how that feels. The doctor isn’t listening to you. They aren’t telling you what you want to hear, and often they have left the room before you can even object or ask another question. You often end up with more questions than answers after the appointment.

Most doctors tend to base their decisions for what they are going to do with you off of a picture of your spine. A picture that only shows one part of the story. A picture that may not even be taken in a position that you feel is causing the pain. Pain is not seen in a picture. It is told through a person.

Did Your Doctor Blame Your Back Pain On Your Age?

Back pain is not something you need to just accept because of your age. It should not prevent you from playing with your grandchildren or traveling with your spouse. After all, what kind of life would that be?

You do not have to take pills, injections or have surgery to feel better and do more. Those are supposed ‘quick fixes’ that have been told to you over the years. When, in reality, they don’t really fix the main cause and often offer just temporary relief. Plus, there are no guarantees with surgery…and unlike conservative treatment, there are some significant long-term effects from surgeries that you may miss in the fine print of their waiver. Things like bulging disc, arthritis, and bone spurs, which all sound scary can be found in everyone. Many people have any and all of these at the same time, with no pain and minimal impact on their day-to-day lives. I like to think of these changes as the wrinkles on the inside. Although we may not like them, they still occur and are mostly just cosmetic.

So what makes those with pain different than those without pain if their backs look the same on images?

First, and foremost, you need to realize that there are people your age out there living their best life…pain-free! And, you can be one of them.

Odds are that if you are comparing your back imaging to your active friends back,

there won’t be much difference between them.

Sometimes simple changes are all it takes to start making a difference.

Secondly, don’t waste another moment just hoping that your back pain will go away. Get active and start doing something to help it before your life ends up in the La-Z-Boy chair.

If you are interested in some other simple changes you can make, reach out to apply for a free consultation with one of our back pain specialists. They are here to help guide you back to a more

rewarding life. One that does not have you counting down the minutes until you need to be home laying down, getting the heat pack out, or even worse, taking the pain pill.

We have set aside 7 of these consultations for this month, specifically for you.* Please call us at 480-452-9191 to apply for one of the free consultations.

Or visit our website at www. sparkperformancept.com for free information on back pain.

*Limitations apply.

Stiff Foot Joints Interfere with Everyday Living

By Reisha Zang

If you are one of the 20 million Americans suffering from osteoarthritis you know how difficult doing even the simplest of tasks can be. When arthritis affects your feet, it can interfere with active lifestyles, limiting mobility and independence.

How your joints move, or don’t, affects the whole body. “People don’t realize the impact the joints in their feet have on their life. Your feet play a role in balance, shock absorption, and forward movement as you walk,” explains Dr. Daniel Schulman of CiC Foot & Ankle. “When a joint is stiff, it’s not able to bend and rotate properly, and it changes how we walk without us even realizing it.” These changes can lead to back or knee pain as well as discomfort in other parts of the foot.

It affects everyone, from those who just want to be able to run errands or walk around the block to those who enjoy a more active lifestyle. “It always concerns me to hear that someone is staying home or is sitting on the sidelines of gettogethers with friends and family because they’re hurting” says Schulman. “There are ways to help alleviate the pain.”

Osteoarthritis causes the cartilage in the joint to wear down. As this happens, the bones lose their protective covering, and it may feel like they are actually rubbing against each other. Pain, stiffness and swelling in the joint are typical symptoms of this condition.

Until recently, anti-inflammatory medication and steroid injections like cortisone offered the best chance for relief. But these options just reduced the symptoms. “Cortisone injections can help stop the swelling and pain, but it blocks the inflammation which is part of the healing process,” says Schulman.

A newer treatment called regenerative injection therapy (RIT) is changing the way doctors look at treating osteoarthritis. Regenerative medicine can help kick start your body’s own healing response. This form of therapy stimulates your

HELP!

body’s own natural growth factors to repair chronically damaged tissue. “RIT injections cause a slight irritation which encourages inflammation to form in the area,” explains Schulman. “While many people see swelling as a sign of injury, it’s actually a sign of healing.”

Inflammation and swelling are the body’s natural way of healing injured tissue. The swelling means the body is sending the necessary attention and support (growth factors) to the area to start healing. “Sometimes the body just needs a little encouragement,” says

Schulman. “Regenerative medicine acts as a kickstart for the regenerative process to begin.”

He urges people to seek help at the first sign of discomfort. The sooner a condition is evaluated, the better the opportunity for effective treatment. “I work closely with my patients. We’re a team, it takes both of us to manage a foot problem. There is nothing to be gained waiting to see if something will go away on its own.” says Schulman. “My patients are always happy to learn about treatments that will help them feel better.”

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Dos and Don’ts for Beginner Golfers (and

experienced golfers too)

By Dan Yoder (Head Golf Professional)

Golf is the greatest game in the world— just ask anyone who plays! But getting started as a beginner can be a daunting— and often intimidating—prospect. To help you (or someone you know) take the plunge, here’s a definitive list of dos and don’ts for the aspiring player.

First off:

Do: Start on a practice range, not on the golf course. The range is the perfect place to get acclimated to the game. It’s lowpressure, and you can stay as long as you want.

Don’t: Worry about anyone else at the range. Everyone there was once a beginner too, and we all know the game is a struggle. No one is judging you!

If you make it through your first range session and decide you like golf and want to pursue it seriously, then:

Don’t: Let your spouse or significant other become your primary teacher. This is often a recipe for disaster that could drive you away from the game (and possibly each other!).

Do: Work with a professional to get a proper swing foundation. You can find a PGA pro near you here.

But, if you are determined to craft your own swing, here are a few helpful tips. Try incorporating a couple at a time until you can do all of them seamlessly:

Do: Learn how to grip the club properly

Don’t: Try to keep your head “down and still” through impact. Let it follow through with the rest of your body.

Do: Bend from your hips.

Don’t: Focus on the pin position. Aim for the middle of the green.

Do: Get your lead shoulder under your chin on the backswing and finish with your face, chest and hips facing the target.

Don’t: Stay flat-footed through impact.

Do: Concentrate on the short game by chipping and putting before focusing on long irons (3-iron, 4-iron, etc.) and your hybrids, fairway woods and driver.

It always helps to have a buddy when you’re starting something new, whether it’s a diet, a workout, or a sport like golf.

So:

Do: Recruit friends to learn with you and make it an event! Find a local Topgolf or celebrate a practice session with a few drinks at the clubhouse bar. Golf is hard. You’ve earned it!

When it comes to purchasing equipment, golf is one of the most expensive sports in the world. But you don’t have to spend a

fortune right away. Start slowly and:

Do: Buy a glove. Some people like to play without one, but the vast majority of golfers use them. Plus, your uncalloused palm will likely need the protection.

Don’t: Worry about buying your own equipment until you can make consistent, solid contact every time you swing.

Do: Invest in some proper golf attire. You can get some great deals in the Coyote Run Golf Shop.

Don’t: Buy headcovers for your irons. Please. Just don’t.

When you’re ready to take your skills from the practice range to the golf course, make sure you:

Don’t: Attempt to play on the course until you can get the ball airborne. This is both for your benefit and everyone else on the course.

Do: Play as quickly as possible. Always be ready to hit your shot when it’s your turn.

Don’t: Take range balls to the golf course. Many are limited-flight models, so it’s just not worth it.

Do: Take the time to learn basic rules and etiquette.

Don’t: Spend too much time looking for your ball, and don’t pick up any other balls on the course, even if you can’t see

anyone. You might ruin someone else’s good round.

Do: Mark your ball on the green so you can identify it.

Don’t: Use too big of a ball mark. How big is too big? Anything larger than a poker chip is probably too much.

Do: Accept invitations to join other groups. Golf is a social sport, and it’s a great way to meet people.

Don’t: Mark your scorecard on or by the green. On a busy course, people will be waiting to hit their approach shots, so do it when you get to the next tee.

Do: Take care of the course by ranking bunkers, replacing divots, and fixing your ball marks on the green.

And when it comes to getting juniors involved in the game:

Do: Make it fun! Initiate putting contests and ball-striking challenges.

Don’t: Put too much pressure on them.

Do: Keep things low-key.

Don’t: Be afraid of the power of bribery! Seriously! Offering a dollar for a twoputt, five bucks for a birdie or the promise of ice cream after range time. It’s a fun way to keep kids interested and engaged.

Finally, the most importantly:

Do: Remember the good shots and forget

the bad ones.

Don’t: Get discouraged. Golf is tough, but it’s so worth the effort. In the immortal words of Arnold Palmer: “Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated; it satisfies the soul and frustrates the intellect. It is at the same time rewarding and maddening—and it is without a doubt the greatest game mankind has ever invented.”

Shane Romesburg Golf Operations Manager Dan Yoder Head Golf Pro

By James Larsen (Assistant Golf Professional)

If you were to strap a heart rate monitor onto a tour pro’s body, you’d barely see an uptick on the display when a shot hits the sand. That’s because better players know bunker shots are easy to execute— you just have to commit. That’s the real issue with most recreational players who struggle. They can’t commit to the process because it feels counterintuitive. It  is strange that you’re trying to intentionally miss the ball in a greenside bunker. It’s also strange that you have to put so much effort into such a short shot—but you have to. You can see I’m swinging with real effort, yet the ball will fly only about 10 yards. So, here’s your first tip to better bunker play: A full body turn is required to get the ball to the hole—don’t just swing with your arms. To help make a better turn, flare your left foot at address, and rotate aggressively toward the target when you swing. You’ve got to commit.

Here’s another reason amateurs struggle in greenside bunkers: They don’t release the club. The wrist of the trail hand (right for right-handers) needs to bow upward as the club passes under the ball. This happens before the forearms rotate over in the follow-through. This release creates more speed to get the ball out and allows the wedge to glide through the sand instead of digging. (It also preserves the loft needed to clear the lip.) With a good body turn, the club will be delivered correctly so its backside skims the sand. If you want to hit a crisp iron shot, then the shaft of your club should be leaning toward the target at impact. If you want

Improve Your Sand Game

to execute a greenside bunker shot, the opposite needs to happen. Look at these two photos. This is a drill I love to give my students. I’m leaning the shaft forward and sand is accumulating on the face as I drag it. That’s bad. What you want is the handle to lean away, so the back of the wedge lightly skims through the sand. You achieve this skimming action with the trail-hand-release motion I talked about earlier. But this skim-versus-drag drill will help you reinforce the feeling of good club-sand interaction.

Wouldn’t it be great if we could tee it up in a fairway bunker? That’s not going to happen, but in a way, you can use your driver swing from fairway sand if there isn’t a high lip. You will want to hit these shots a little thin to pick up distance, and the way to do that is by striking the ball with a more level blow. Feeling more of a driver swing can help, because you’re supposed to catch the ball off the tee on the upswing. I’m not asking you to hit up on the ball. Rather, pick it out of the sand with minimal contact between your club and the bunker. It will rocket out. Wouldn’t it be great if we could tee it up in a fairway bunker? That’s not going to happen, but in a way, you can use your driver swing from fairway sand if there isn’t a high lip. You want to hit these shots a little thin to pick up distance, and the way to do that is by striking the ball with a more level blow. Feeling more of a driver swing can help, because you’re supposed to catch the ball off the tee on the upswing. I’m not asking you to hit up on the ball. Rather, pick it out of the sand with minimal contact between your club and the bunker. It will rocket out.

LADIES CORNER

By Lisa Cornelius (Assistant Golf Professional)

There’s nothing more frustrating than almost reaching the green in a respectable number of strokes and then taking just as many or more strokes to hole out! I’m not a big statistic advocate in my teaching, but I will on occasion let my students that are frustrated with their short game know that at least 57% of all shots you hit on the golf course come from chipping and putting. Based solely on feedback, I can honestly say that most people do not spend enough quality time practicing their short game. A few reasons why are: 1) Do not know what to practice, 2) How to fix something that is not working and 3) It’s boring! Hopefully this segment will give you some insight and clarity to help save some strokes around the green.

Fear of the shot because of uncertainty is the biggest contributor to a poor chip or pitch. Because of this, deceleration in the stroke will cause either a flubbed type chunk shot or a skulled shot shooting across the green. To help cure this, I recommend standing with your feet closer together, release the tension in your arms and hands and swing the club in a pendulum type motion. As in the full swing, we have to keep the club moving through the ball and towards the hole/target. When we swing in a pendulum motion, the club moves back and through in a consistent motion and finishes in line with the hole. Keep

Chip/Pitch Shot

in mind, the wider your stance, the tendency is to take the club too far back and then decelerate as you approach the ball. Our subconscious knows the hole is generally only feet away and by taking the club too far back, we then slow up as we approach the ball in fear of hitting it too far. I like to tell my students that chipping is like putting and we don’t need a big backswing to move the ball

20-30 ft. We have to allow the club to do its job and our job in return is to keep the club moving through the ball and towards the hole or intended target. Practicing this and developing a trust in the shot is your best friend! A consistent, free flowing type motion will ensure a more accurate shot and your inconsistencies will become limited resulting in shaved strokes off of

your score!

I will be covering these topics in my weekly Ladies Clinics and look forward to seeing you in attendance!

Golf is a great game and can be enjoyed by everyone! Always keep small goals in mind and if we can eliminate just one or two strokes per hole, this will add up in the end and our scores become lower!

Coyote Run Men’s Golf Club

Submitted by Phil Johnson

Welcome back all 292 Men’s Club members!

Renew your AGA/CRMC memberships online at www.azgolf.org. We have a full schedule of tournaments with a few changes in dates.

November begins our tournament schedule with the 1st Round of the President’s Cup and our Annual Meeting/Fried Chicken on the 10th.

Monday, December 5 is our Christmas Dinner with the Women’s Golf Club.

HH Cottonwood on Thursday, December 8, and our Member-Member starts Friday, January 6.

Check all details on the CRMC website! Signups are in the Golfers Lounge Board Room for all events.

Big thanks to all our GREEN STEWARDS for their work on the course in 2022!

Guys and Dolls Golf

Submitted by Cathy Dalhed

We had a great turnout for our first Guys and Dolls Event at Heron Lakes on Sunday with 40 players. Lots of fun and super snacks were provided by the participants.

The following are the results:

Format: 1 Low Net for Man and 1 Low Net for Woman

First Place Team - $10.00 each with a score of 110 were Tom and Kay Ramboldt and Tom and Sandra Markley

Tied for 2nd and 3rd Place Teams - $7.00 each with a score of 112 were Bev and Roger Dillon and Pat and Garry Loewen and Darrel and Juanita McGrath and Sue and Andy Kolankowski

Closest to the Pin on Hole #5 – Women:

• 1st Place - Sue Kolankowski 18’ 4” - 2 sleeves of golf balls

• 2nd Place - Jeannie Gardin 23’3” - 1 sleeve of golf balls

Closest to the Pin on Hole #5 – Men:

• 1st Place -  Dave Burnett 12’4”2 sleeves of golf balls

• 2nd Place - Jack Stockton   34’4”1 sleeve of golf balls

The next event will be on December 4th.

Just a reminder that if you have signed up but need to cancel before the event, please let the Heron Lake Pro Shop know as soon as possible.

For more information, please contact Phyllis Nell at 559 760-5871 or Cathy Dalhed at 925 980-4250.

Heron Lakes

Men’s 9-Hole Golf League

Submitted by Don Paulson

The Heron Lakes Men’s 9 Hole League

(Thursday):

October 6 (Scramble)

• 1st Place at 31 (Scorecard Playoff) – Dennis McKay, Bill Klepacki, Henry Krahn

• 2nd Place at 31 – Gino Vitetta, Don Butler, Ken Meidl

Heron Lakes Men’s 18-Hole Golf League

Submitted by Don Paulson

We had limited play in October due to the course being closed for overseeding from October 10-30. The Heron Lakes Men’s 18 Hole League (Monday):

October 3, 2022 (2 Net)

• 1st Place at 103 – Bob VanScoy, Dennis McKay, Roger Dillon, Don Paulson

• 2nd Place at 108 –Frank Schweitzer, James Nell, Bill Klepacki, Dean Gray

October 31, 2022 (Scramble)

• 1st Place at 42.25 –Ted Jackson, Dennis McKay, Lee Nixon, Virgil Knapke

• 2nd Place at 42.66 – Bob Richey, John Erickson, Shane Budvarson

• 3rd Place at 43.50 – Ken Dryden, Wayne Seiffert, Herb Fish, Ron Maclean

• 4th Place at 44 – Bob Vanscoy, Douglas Atnip, Henry Krahn, Dean Gray

Heron Lakes Women’s 18-Hole Golf Club

Submitted by Nita Calow

The Heron Lakes Women’s 18 Hole Golf Club welcomes back the snowbirds.

We are, as our name says, a women’s 18 Hole league playing on Thursday afternoons.  We meet at the Rec. 3 clubhouse for check-in at 12:30 p.m. and tee off at 1:00 p.m.

The league is a member of the Arizona Golf Association, and they keep our handicaps.  We welcome players of all abilities for games and fun.  If you are interested in joining, Penny Dixon is our membership chairperson, although any of our members can answer your questions or find someone who can.  Come over and check us out.

The league got off to a slow start this year.  The first game of the season was rained out but there are still lots of days left in the season. The game on November 10 was a scramble.  This was the last game of cart path only.

Looking forward to seeing all the members out there this season, hoping to see new faces, too!

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American Association of University Women (AAUW) East Mesa Branch

Submitted by Molly Brenza

The East Mesa Branch of the American Association of University Women has resumed its 2022-2023 schedule.

The AAUW meets monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in the Rec. 1 Clubhouse from November through April. Our next meeting is on Wednesday, December 7th. Our program for this meeting will have a speaker from the Science Prep Academy which provides opportunities for students with autism with the STEM program.

On December 10 the group is celebrating with a Christmas Tea for our scholars and members with songs, cookies, and tea, of course.

Annually the East Mesa Branch supports 12 women scholars through full scholarships to local colleges. These women also receive mentoring from members of the AAUW to promote their success.

Please join us to explore our organization, its mission, and our special interest groups. We welcome new members to join our dynamic organization.

For information, please call Betsy Flaten at 218491-1777, Elaine Prom at 480-207-0655, or visit our website: https://eastmesa-az. aauw.net.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group

Submitted by Sonia Discher

Did you know that there are over 100 different conditions that come under the Dementia umbrella? Are you wondering if the signs you are seeing in a loved one are related to dementia? Do you feel overwhelmed? Feeling like it is challenge after challenge?

If you are caring for or are concerned about someone with Alzheimer’s disease or any other form of dementia, our Leisure World Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group is what you are looking for.

We are a caring group that is dealing with similar circumstances, and we offer information, understanding, and support, providing useful techniques and experiences to help relieve the frustrations you may be experiencing. The more you understand how the disease progresses and how it can affect you and your loved one, the better you will be able to cope. A support group is invaluable in this difficult endeavor.

We meet every third Wednesday of each month throughout the year at 10:00 a.m. in the Queen Card Room in Rec. 1.

We also have handouts from the Banner Alzheimer’s

and Barrow Neurological Institute, which offer helpful information.

We look forward to seeing you and any friends who are caregivers.

For more information, please contact Sonia Discher at 613-585-1959 (canbrit@bell.net) or Vickie Noble at 480-369-1466 (vicnal7@gmail.com).

Cooking Class

Submitted by Mary Kulgren

The 2023 Cooking Class is scheduled for Friday beginning on January 6 for seven consecutive weeks.

The Monday class begins on Jan 9 and goes on for seven consecutive weeks.

All classes are from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.  You will receive your recipes when you check-in.

The cost is $35 per person for the entire set of classes. On the first day of class bring your $35 cash-only.

Fill out a card or note with your name, manor number, phone number, or email address, drop it off at manor 1706, and place it in the appropriate box marked Monday or Friday between Dec. 1st and Dec. 5th. If you are out of town at that time, have a friend provide your information.

There are no Covid restrictions at this time but feel free to wear a mask.

Rita, Deb, Pam, and I worked hard to get this together so you can reconnect with your friends.

As always, the recipes are a surprise to you and to us too. See you in 2023!

For more information, please call Mary at 480-3248442.

Democratic Club

Submitted by Kathleen Roderick

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR.

The elections are over and it’s time to get ready for the New Year.

The Leisure World Democratic Club will be having a social event at our December 14 regular meeting at 1:00 p.m. in the Rec. 1 Card Room.  It will be a white elephant gift exchange and we will be supplying sub sandwiches.  So, start thinking about that “special gift” you want to bring.  If you have not signed up for the party, please call Kathleen at 907-229-6342.  We need to know how many will be attending.

We are preparing for an exciting new year with special speakers and activities, and of course planning for the 2024 elections.  Please plan on attending.

Reminder:  Please pay your dues for the coming year. The dues are $10.00 per year.  Please see Lou Krentz.

Grief Support Group

Submitted by Marguerite Huspen

The Grief Support Group meets bi-monthly on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Banquet Room. If you have experienced a loss, this group can certainly provide help and support.

The grief facilitator is Chaplain Stephen Gardner. You may contact him at 480-487-1096 or Stgardner@hov. org.

For more information, please contact Leisure World Outreach Specialist Marguerite Huspen at 480-8320000 ext. 126 or Outreach@lwca.com.

Investment Club of Leisure World (aka San Tan Investment Club)

Submitted by Shelly Begel

The Investment Club of Leisure World (aka San Tan Investment Club) is a partnership consisting of Leisure World residents who are interested in investing in stocks and securities for growth. We are connected with Better Investing, a national organization that helps members build wealth through educational tools. The goal of the club is to increase our education and knowledge of investing. We study various investments before buying or selling stocks.

The club meets the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m., in the Queen Card Room. The next meeting is on December 15. The meeting will be a hybrid meeting, to include members who may not be in town or able to attend the meeting in person.  We are looking forward to engaging our inquiring minds this season!

For more information, contact Alan Forbes at 808-497-8109. You can text, call, or email Alan at johnalanforbes@yahoo.com. You can also just come to our next meeting, on December 15th!

Leisure World Christian Fellowship

Submitted by Ed Schofield

This 40th consecutive season of Bible Study began Thursday, November 3rd.  We are gathering from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. every Thursday for fellowship, and for non-denominational study.

Discussion is of the New Testament letters written by the Apostle Paul to the Christian churches which he started around the Mediterranean.

The issues Paul wrote about are as relevant today as they were when he wrote them.  Everyone is encouraged to Bring-Your-Own-Bible.  Study materials will be

provided, and everyone’s participation is welcomed (there are no dues or fees).

The last session of each month will be held in the Lake House next to the Lawn Bowling field and will include a potluck lunch.  All other sessions will be held in the Rec. 1 Theater.

All Leisure World residents and their guests are invited to attend.

For more information, please contact Ed Schofield at Manor 775, email  edseds727@yahoo.com, or call 720936-0584.

Leisure World Community Theatre

Submitted by Denise Haala

Our 2023 production, ‘Day Six’ is a funny romp thru the last day of creation

Sure, there are issues with animals, but all goes south when humans are introduced! Oh my! You’ll laugh at their behaviors, re: procreation, power, success, and planning!

If you are interested in being involved onstage or off, join us on Wednesday, December 21 at noon in the Rec. 1 Club Room.

We have roles available and a load of opportunities for set, stage crew, etc. Oh yes, great refreshments will be provided!

For more information, please contact Denise Haala at 224-805-7885 or email  denisehaala@gmail.com

Leisure World Computer and Technology Club

Submitted by Helen Price

December brings exciting programs and festive holidays. Schedule adjustments have been made for the closure of Rec. 1 (11/28-12/9) and the holidays.

Mondays at 9:15 a.m. (social time at 9:00 a.m.) Tech for Daily Living is free for all Leisure World residents in the Rec. 1 Theater. Look for topics on the Post/ LWAZU.

On Monday, December 5 we will feature a Zoom program.

• You and Your Computer Can Hasten Cures for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Cancer, and More. Look for a Zoom link on the Post/LWAZU.

We offer a variety of programs in the Computer Classroom:

• Tuesday mornings/evenings and Wednesday/ Thursday afternoons; check the website for topics, dates and times.

• $5 fee for non-members.

• December topics include, iPhone Basics/Tips/

Tricks, Computer Security/Scams, Solar Power Your Home, Genealogy, Managing Diabetes with Technology, Android/Chromebook, and more!  We focus on how to use available technology in our daily lives.

The Lab offers computers with printing capability and high-speed Internet connections. Staffed by helpful volunteers Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to noon.

Annual membership is $10 per manor, for access to all meetings/programs. We welcome beginners, tech gurus, and everyone in between!

For more information, please visit www.lwazcc.org or contact lwctclub@gmail.com. Programs/schedules may be subject to change, thanks for your understanding.

Leisure World Dinner Club

Submitted by Kay Egle

The Leisure World Dinner Club (previously known as the Western States and Canada Club) will bring an evening of jazz, pop, and adult contemporary musical enjoyment to Leisure World on January 25, 2023, by the four-person group “WildeP’lay!” featuring Donna Wilde, a singer/saxophonist and Richard Palalay, co-composer, and musical artist. The event will be held at Rec. 2 Hopi Room, from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Besides the entertainment, a catered dinner will be served. Tickets will be $30.00 per person and will be on sale from December 1, 2022, through January 20, 2023, at the Leisure World Recreation office or online. For more information, contact LW Dinner Club president Jane Jacobsen at 406-220-1141.

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Leisure World Investment Club

Submitted by Frank Jacoby

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

The 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 benefit of members/partners since 1987.

Every meeting (excluding May -October) features an education component designed to help you begin or supplement your skills as an investor.  Members enjoy access to the resources and benefits derived from our affiliation with “myICLUB” and “Better Investing”.  Non-members, new members, beginners, and seasoned investors are always welcome guests at our meetings.

We typically meet the second Wednesday of each month October through April and additionally as needed over the summer.  Our next meeting date has been adjusted due to room availability issues and will be held via ZOOM and in the Theater on Wednesday, December 7 at 1:00 p.m. AZ time.

For more information, please contact Frank Jacoby (frankjacoby4@gmail.com)

Leisure World PEO Group

Submitted by Gayle Butler

The PEO Group is planning a Christmas picnic on Friday, December 2 at the Lakeside Room. The menu will include croissant sandwiches, fruit and potato salad, plus a selection of desserts. The cost is $12.00, which includes a beverage. Marta Troutman, Janice Dill and Galene Sobolik are chairing this event.

The D’Vine book club met at the home of Judy Taucher-Lewis on November 30th to discuss the book “Rose Code”.

The Safari Sisters, chaired by Pat Cuendet and Betsy Flaten are planning interesting trips for the Group to enjoy.

All PEOs living in Leisure World are invited to join this Group.

For more information, contact President Marta Troutman 480-247-2332.

CLUBS

Leisure World Photography Club

Submitted by Bob Bennett

The Leisure World Photography Club meets each Saturday (October thru March) from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

December meeting events:

• Sat., December 3: The Leisure World Photography Club will feature a guest speaker, Roger Naylor, author of “Arizona’s Scenic Roads and Hikes,” and several other books on life in Arizona. His books focus on food and fun, two of the club’s 4F’s. You may have seen him at the LW Foundation presentation on January 26, 2022. All residents are welcome to attend.

• Sat., December 10: We will begin with a brief business meeting and then adjourn to the Art Studio for our “Food Court” studio shoot. The Weekly Challenge will be “Favorite Breakfast Dishes.”

• Sat., December 17: The Weekly Challenge will be “Vintage.” Our activity will be a video lesson from our National Geographic “Masters of Photography” series.

• Sat., December 24: We are dark, due to Christmas.

• Sat., December 31: We are also dark due to New Year’s Day.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Warning: Our club is rated 4-F (Fotos, Friends, Food & Fun).

For more information, please visit our updated website, including how you can get involved, https:// www.lwphoto.club/.

Leisure World Shalom Group

Submitted by Neesa Galanti

Anyone with an interest in Judaism is welcome to attend our meetings. The Shalom Group meets on the 3rd Sunday evening of each month from October through May. Meetings are held in the Rec. 1 Club Room at 7:00 p.m. There is always a short business meeting followed by an interesting program, refreshments, and social time. Major Jewish Holidays are observed with special events and dinners

Our Chanukah Party will be on December 18, with a catered buffet dinner by Premier Catering. There will be entertainment provided by Scott Austin, a gift

exchange, and Door prizes. The cost is $24 a person. The Party will be held in the Ballroom at Rec. 1, at 5:30 p.m.  Reservations must be made by December 12.  Call Leslie at 425-221-1956

The Shalom Group sponsors a weekly Torah Study class held in the Anniversary Room at Rec. 1. The class is at 10 a.m. on Monday mornings and is led by Cindy Fowler. Cindy can be reached at 602-290-2163.

This class is open to anyone who wishes to attend. Membership in the Shalom Group is not required to attend.

GARAGE SALE: Please stop by manor 1753 during the December 3 Community Garage Sale.

All proceeds will go to the Holocaust Museum that is being built in Phoenix.

For more information, please call Neesa at 206-3562727.

Lions Club

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

The Leisure World Lions Club is once again assisting with the annual Santa Parade. Mark your calendars for Friday, December 23rd, starting point is at Rec. 2, the time to gather is at 1.30 p.m. and the parade will commence at 2:00 p.m.

All are welcome to join, so plan on decorating your golf carts, cars, bicycles, and anything else you have in mind. Children taking part in the parade will be able to enjoy ice cream after the parade, at Rec. 1.

The Lions continue to offer the Fly the Flag program to all residents who would enjoy having a flag in front of their residence. Contact Lion Allanah Courson at 951-833-6798 to enroll in this program.

If you are planning a function and would like to reserve a white vinyl round tablecloth that fits the round tables used by the Recreation Dept, please contact Lion Carolin at 480-641-4626 to reserve one.

The Lions would like to wish all our neighbors and friends a joyous holiday season!

LW Art Association

Submitted by: Pat Billingsley

The LW Art Association will not have a regular meeting in December. Instead, we will be celebrating with a Holiday Party on Friday, December 9th.  For additional information about the party watch your email for announcements.

The Art Association is hosting several classes: “Wildlife Drawing” with Kelly Six. This class is on Monday afternoons Dec. 5, 12, and 19 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. The cost is $5 per lesson.

December 5 is “Christmas Coffee & Craft” with Maureen Roslanie-Promo. Maureen is an east valley instructor and artist.  Class is Zentangle type drawing. Cost is $20 and includes all supplies.

Start the New Year with morning painting on Wednesdays in January.  The class is Oil Painting with Jill Freedman.

Class sizes are limited.  In some cases, supplies are provided but please check the sign-up sheets posted in the Art Studio. Please sign-up early as classes are filling quickly.

Friday mornings is Open Studio for painting if the room is available.

We will offer the following additional classes this season: Watercolor, Pour Painting, Collage, the popular Sip and Paint, and maybe other surprises.

Please take time to sign up and join the Art Association.  Forms are in the Art Studio. Membership is $20 per year.

Republican Club

Submitted by Diane Andersen

The midterm election is over and now we will be marching straight toward the Presidential Election in 2024. Club members will be working hard for a sweep.

Our club motto remains, Educate, Encourage and Inspire.  The members have every intention of keeping those ideals alive. It is critical that every Republican/ Conservative get or stay involved in the important process of getting back to Making America Great Again.

We will be celebrating Christmas with a Dinner Party

Bunco

Submitted by Laura Krever

Bunco meets the 1st Tuesday of the month in the King Card/Club Room at Rec 1. We play all year round and everyone is welcome. 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 p.m., so please be there by 6:15 p.m. Our next Bunco night will be on Tuesday, December 6th.

The 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.

Bring your own drink and wear your LW name tag if you have it handy. Please come early, we can accommodate a maximum of 40 people.

on December 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima. In the event you have not gotten your tickets please call Diane Andersen.  Congressman Biggs will be our special guest. He will be addressing Leisure World for the last time as our congressman.

In the event you are new to Leisure World and would like to become politically active you are encouraged to contact Diane Andersen at (480)395-5515 or azpatriot13@gmail.com for information and to have your name placed on the email list.

SOLO (Stepping Out-Lively Outlook)

Submitted by Barbara Peters

Leisure World’s Single Group

Events for December:

• Thur., Dec. 1: Mesa Arts Music and Lunch, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

• Thur., Dec. 1: LW Dance “Tin Trailer Band” Rec. 2, at 7:00 p.m.

• Fri., Dec. 2: Fish Fry, Café, Rec. 2, at 5:00 p.m. (if open) call there for reservations and ask for Solo table.

• Sat., Dec. 3: LW Garage Sales, from 8:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.

• Tue., Dec. 6: Breakfast, Café, Rec. 2, at 8:00 a.m.

• Thur., Dec. 8: Last free Mesa Arts music and lunch, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

• Fri., Dec. 9: George will be the DJ’s at Happy Hour, Promenade, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

• Sun., Dec. 11: LW Holiday Mixed Chorus at Rec. 2, at 3:00 p.m.

• Tue., Dec. 13: Breakfast, Café, Rec. 2, at 8:00 a.m.

• Thur., Dec. 15: SOLO Potluck, Club Room, Rec.1, at 5:00 p.m., bring $3 and either an appetizer or dessert. Wrap a gift for a White Elephant exchange.

• Tues., Dec. 20: All Leisure World Residents Christmas Party

Congratulations to our November winners: Dana Bourque, Mike Cuocci, Char Brey, Ed Skwiot, Ruth Pechmann, and Steve Bourque.

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

Scrabble Club

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

Would you like to have some fun on Monday evenings?

The Leisure World Scrabble Club could be the group for you to come and join.

The club has everything needed, not only Scrabble but the equally challenging spelling game Upwords.

We meet every Monday evening throughout the year

• Sun., Dec. 25: MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL

• Tue., Dec. 27: Breakfast, Café, Rec.2 at 8:00 a.m.

When making reservations for Leisure events ask for the SOLO table.

For more information, please call Barbara Peters at 309-215-7203 or George Miller at 774-275-4009.

Sonoran Desert Club

Submitted by Tish Murphy

When you notice 500 beautiful geraniums decorating our community for the season (and beyond!) you are witnessing the work of the Sonoran Desert Club.

A special thank-you to all that made it possible: Fran Dusek for working with the supplier and coordinating volunteers for distribution, Anne Fritz for working her technical expertise “magic” on the ordering process from invoice through delivery point. Thanks to the volunteers for unloading the truck, organizing the distribution point, and working with the residents of Leisure World in providing a drive-through delivery. Thanks to our other volunteers: Bev Locke, Nancy Grout, Kevin Cheff, Edie Jensen, Barry Stuecker and Helen Price, Sherry Rindel-Larsen, and Steve Windom, and any other volunteers that helped out, we appreciate all of you!

This is our first annual “Geranium Drop” so order yours next year!

Watch the post for our meetings and outreach to the community in supplying information backed by science and specifically applicable to our region.

Learn about best practices by following Sherry RindelLarsen’s Transplanted Gardener monthly column in Leisure World’s newspaper.

at 6:00 p.m. in The Lakeside Club House, Rec.1. Games commence by 6:10 p.m.

We have everything you will need to enjoy the friendly banter back and forth among the players.

If you need more information, please call Carolin Lowy at 480-641-4626.

Gun Club

Submitted by David

Larson

Our December meeting will be on Wednesday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the theater at Rec 1. The election of club officers for the next two years will take place. Please, remember to bring three donations for the food bank.

Sporting Clays will take place on Thursdays December 1, 8, 15, and 29 at Rio Salado. No Sporting Clays will be shot on the 22, because of the Christmas Holidays. Meet in the shotgun facility parking lot by 7:15 a.m. to start shooting at 7:30 a.m. The cost is $30 for 100 birds or $15 for 50.

The Rimfire event will take place on Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00 a.m., at Rio Salado’s pistol bay #2 and Practical Pistol will be shot on Friday, December 23 at the same time and place. Please be there a little early on both days to help with the set-up.

The Gun Club luncheon is on Monday, December 26 at 11:30 a.m. at B.J.’s Superstition Springs.

Be sure to watch your weekly Gun Club emails for any changes to the schedule.

For more information or questions, please e-mail Bob Clark at captsteptoe@gmail.com

Lawn Bowling Club

Submitted by Tish

Murphy

Do you want to enjoy the outdoors while getting some walking and stretching exercise?

Come try lawn bowling! Our classes are forming now for December or January. Roll a bowl a few times, learn the basics and then sign up for lessons.

If you want to join our club, you can come and join one of our teams.

Our recently formed “Almost There” group is for those who like to bowl but may not choose to go the full 10 ends (approximately 1.5 hours of walking and standing). Maybe this is something that may work for you!

We play Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 1:30 p.m., so stop by and watch or talk to us about your interest in playing this season.

When you see us dressed head to toe in white, we are playing a tournament.

Check our display board outside our Lakeside Clubhouse

For more information, please call Dan Aicher at 425275-3842.

Leisure World Pickleball

Submitted by Donna Macfarlane

So many exciting things are going on at the Pickleball Courts

Don’t know anything about Pickleball? Come on down to the courts by the administration building and check it out.

Want to learn how to play - there are beginner lessons starting on Tuesday, November 15 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. and Thursday, November 17 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The lessons will be for 6 weeks. No membership fees are required.

Members enjoy; open morning play 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. round robins, skills, drills, and many more perks. If you want the scoop on morning play, round robins and social events go to https://www.lwpickleball.com/ for all the up-to-date information.

To book a court and play with your family? Go to https://www.lwpickleball.com/ and click on court reservations to find open court time.

• Wed., Dec. 7: General meeting at Rec. 1 Ballroom at 4:00 p.m.

• Fri., Dec. 16: Christmas potluck - come party at the Hopi/Pima Room at 5:00 p.m.

Stay tuned for our upcoming tournaments in the new year.

Mixed Billiards Club

Submitted by Steve

Hanson

Greetings to current Club members and all residents who enjoy shooting pool.

After two years of disruptions, we are striving to rebuild our club activities. Club membership is not required in order to use the Billiard Room, but Club activities do take priority over open play.

All residents, men, and women are invited to participate in Club practice sessions and in-house mini-tournaments to determine if you would like to join. All skill levels, including beginners, are welcome. Membership is $15/year and dues are spent on billiard equipment maintenance, travel league sponsorship, and club social activities. Lockers are $50/year.

The following mini-tournaments are currently active. Entry fees go to the top finishers. Tuesday 12:30 p.m.9 ball (12:15 sign-in) / $3 fee/members and prospective members only. Saturday 12:30 p.m. - 8 ball tournament /$3 fee/members and prospective members only. Looking to add more tournaments going forward.

We intend to field a LW Wednesday morning travel

league team. The play starts Wednesday, November 16. We are still seeking team members and subs. If interested please contact team captain Doug Henry, at 310-738-5336.

For more information, please contact Vice-President, Scott Coffin, at scott.coffin1741@gmail.com .

Tennis Club

Submitted by Sue Weber

One hundred forty-nine teams signed up for our first annual Veterans Classic Tennis Tournament held November 5-12.

The opening day ceremony featured Jocie Iszler singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” and Cindy Haynes singing “O Canada” to honor and celebrate veterans from both countries.  Eighty-six tournament players from the US and Canada are veterans.  On Friday, November 11, the tournament celebrated and paid tribute to veterans with a special program on the promenade.

The Tennis Academy is held every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the tennis complex. It’s designed to teach beginners the basic strokes and rules of the game. It also provides opportunities for players at the 2.5 - 3.5 level to improve their strokes and work on doubles strategy. The Tennis Academy is open to all LW residents, so bring a friend and come to the courts to have fun and learn to play tennis! Wear court shoes and bring water.

The TC Christmas party will be on Saturday, December 3, in the Hopi/Pima rooms, starting at 5:00 p.m.

The next TC meeting will be on Wednesday, December 14, at 3:00 p.m. in the Ballroom at Rec 1.

For more information, please go to our website at https://sites.google.com/view/lwaztc.

See you on the courts!

Thursday Morning Lady Billiard Players

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

A very friendly and helpful group of ladies come together every Thursday morning from 8.30 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. to enjoy games of Billiards. All levels of players are welcome. If you’re new to the game and would like to learn the basics or just need to practice, then we are the folks to join.

Four to a table which changes every week, so you get to meet new people if you keep coming.

The Billiard room has all the equipment needed. We welcome all residents and their guests.

For more information, please contact Carolin Lowy at 480-641-4626.

The Tennis Club Veterans Classic!

A long week of tennis, comraderie, and tribute to our veterans. A very special thank you to the tournament co-directors Joe Vitetta, Kim Loffler and Julie Post for putting together a splendid event!

Casual-Aires Dinner Dance Club

Submitted by Allen Cziok

Have you checked out Casual-Aires? We organize Rock-and-Roll or Country music dinner dance parties in Leisure World. You will find many of your friends are already members and we invite you to join us.

We feature the most enjoyable bands in the East Valley as well as a catered dinner served at your table. We have a smart casual dress code and always a fun-loving friendly group.

Our four yearly events are held in the Hopi/Pima Ballroom at Rec. 2.

Our first event was on November 19th when “Rhythm Edition” delighted everyone with wonderful renditions of so many dancing and listening favorites. Premier Catering served a delicious prime rib dinner.

Our three upcoming events:

• Sat., Jan. 21 – Midnight Confessions

• Sat., Feb. 18 – AZ Avenue Band

• Sat., - Mar. 25 – Whisky Rose

While we have a large and loyal membership, we accept any Leisure World residents as guests for only $45 per person or $85 for a couple.

For more information, please contact Gary or Nancy Smith at 480-854-1435.

Desert Belles

Submitted by Sharon Shields

Desert Belles Chorus is off to a great start!

We’ve been busy rehearsing for our Christmas caroling to LW residents. After we finish spreading Christmas cheer, we will return to the card room at Rec. 1 for a chili potluck. This is taking place on Saturday, December 10th beginning at 3:00 p.m. We will return to the card room around 5:00 p.m. to eat.

We have room for more singers if you can carry a tune and enjoy barbershop music. We rehearse in the Music room at Rec. 2 on Mondays from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Feel free to stop by and join in the fun.

On Tuesday, December 13th we will sing for the Assistance League of the East Valley at Tumbleweed Park in Chandler.

Have a very Merry Holiday and we hope to see you soon!

Leisure World Big Band

Submitted by John Andrews

The members of the Band are always glad to see our friends and dancers at our rehearsals and the numbers are growing.  We may need to get more cookies so keep coming.

The band is always trying new numbers for the dancers to try.  We encourage all residents of Leisure World to join us each Tuesday morning at the Hopi/ Pima Room in Rec.2 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for music, dancing, conversation and coffee.

MUSIC & DANCE CLUBS

Don’t forget the dance on Sunday, December 4 from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., tickets are $10.00 each at the door, BYOB, setups provided.  Hope to see you there!

For more information, contact John Andrews, 660541-2588.

Leisure World Cloggers

Submitted by Joyce Loland

Leisure World Cloggers Open House!

Leisure World residents and their guests are invited to the LW Cloggers Open House on Friday, December 16 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. to enjoy some snacks and watch us clog to Christmas music.  We will be dancing to a wide variety of Christmas music: country, pop, bluegrass, Irish, and swing.   The Open House will be held in the classroom next to the Fitness Center in Rec. 1.  Come join the seasonal fun!  You may even decide you’d like to learn to clog, too!

Classes are every Friday in the classroom, and there is no charge for Beginners. Their class meets at noon if they notify Fran Dusek at 602-684-9353 by Thursday that they are coming on Friday.

Other classes that day are Beginners plus from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Intermediate 1 from   1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., and Intermediate 2 and 3 from 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m..

Cost is $5 for as many sessions you attend for that day.  An Advanced class is offered in the classroom on Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., the first 45 minutes of which is an introduction to advanced clogging.

We hope to see you for our holiday heel and toe tapping time on December 16!

LW Chorus

Submitted by Bruce Collier

Are you in the mood?  How about your friends, neighbors, and relatives…are they?  Bought some presents, and some new decorations but still not feeling it? How about a little music?   A little spirited holiday music, your (soon to be) favorites, sung by around sixty of your talented neighbors…this month!

Hopefully, there’s still time for you to join us at Rec.2, Hopi/Pima Room on Saturday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m. or on Sunday, December 11 at 3:00 p.m.

Don’t wait until 2023!  Unlike cheese, we age poorly.

Tickets may still be available at the recreation office or at the entrance to the performing area a half hour before showtime.  Congratulations, you’re about to get the spirit!

Moonlight Serenade Dinner Dance Club

Submitted by Clarice and Joe Chism

With Love and Joy, the Officers wish you a season of Peace and Good Will!

The November 12 dance was a gala affair. “Autumn

Memories” with fantastic decorations, dinner, and dancing was once again, Over the Top!

Mark your calendars for the next 3 dances:

• Sat., Jan 14 - Sonoran Swing Band, “Out of Africa”

• Sat., Feb 11 - Howard Schneider Band “Eye of the Tiger”

• Fri., Mar 24 - Sonoran Swing Band. “Under the Sea”

If you are seeking a special gift for someone, give a membership or an evening of shared friendship at Moonlight Serenade Dinner Dance. Dues for the year are: $280/couple. A guest couple per dance is $85.

Please send a check to Moonlight Serenade at 1357 Leisure World, Mesa, AZ 85206.

An evening of wearing your lovely evening clothes, delectable foods by Premier Catering, and enjoying beautiful music awaits you at Hopi Ballroom. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. BYOB sets are provided.

New Ideas and Talents are encouraged to keep this dance club top-notch! All are welcome to help with decorations – give Kathy Litzenberger, Artist, a call at 719-210-3293.

For more information,  visit our website: http:// moonlightserenade.yolasite.com: or  email: moonlightserenadeLW@gmail.com or: Jim McCown, President at: pccjimmccown@gmail.com.

Make a New Year’s resolution to DANCE!

Shall We Round Dance Club

Submitted by Kaye West

Leisure World dancers greeted summer travelers, snowbirds, and visitors at their Halloween and Welcome Back Dance on October 30.   Some dressed in costume; they danced choreographed ballroom routines at the Phase III through V levels cued by Bill Goss and George Hurd.

As the first dance of the season, many had not danced since last March, but all were eager to renew friendships and partake in the learning offered in the dance community.

The teaching sessions and dances led by Bill and Carol Goss and George and Pam Hurd in Leisure World throughout this year’s season (November through March).

In collaboration with others in the local area, four instructor couples will teach classes for beginners starting in January:

• Rumba (January) and Salsa (February) by Bill and Carol Goss (858-822-9981)

• Rumba by Randy and Rose Wulf (360-561-8999)

• West Coast Swing and/or Slow Two-Step by Larry and Susan Sperry (406-670-3210)

• Jive by Doug and Leslie Dodge (406-860-8185).

Other classes are available for those who have some round dance experience.

Call for more information to join a class to learn to dance in a fun, no-pressure, inexpensive environment.

The Shall We Round Dance Club had great turnout at their first event of the season.

ARTS & CRAFTS CLUBS Ceramics Club

Submitted by Laura

Krever

The Ceramics club is open on Tuesdays all year round from 9:00 a.m. to noon in the Arts & Crafts building. Annual membership fees are $15.

We work on our own projects and there’s always someone there to help newcomers. We are looking forward to having an in-class instructor starting in the near future.

For more information, call Linda Staveteig at 815385-3605.

Jewelry/Lapidary Club

Submitted by Colleen

Bodnar

The Leisure World Jewelry and Lapidary Club wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Stop by and see what our members have been up to.  All original jewelry in our display cases is for sale and would make a beautiful Christmas Gift.

Everyone who joined us for our pizza party in November commented that they enjoyed the get-together.  We had several residents join us who were interested in finding out more about our Club and the classes we offer.

This is just a reminder that the Jewelry and Lapidary Club classroom and shop are open for the fall-winter season. General hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.  Classes have started and are filling up. If you are not a member you can pay your yearly dues at the time of the class, which is $20.00 per year.

This is a friendly reminder to our current members that your annual dues and locker fees should be paid by January.

Our next general meeting will be Tuesday, December 13 at 7:00 p.m., in the Jewelry/Lapidary shop. Our meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month. All interested residents are invited to join us.

We hope you will come by the shop for a tour or attend our meeting to learn more about the Jewelry and Lapidary possibilities.

Leisure World Quilters

Submitted by Carol Stickling

The holidays have arrived, and we are very busy.  It is time for smiles and hugs.

Last month was a busy month.  We worked on two Quilts of Valor.  One was given to a veteran at the Lion’s Club breakfast on November 16. Louis Desiderio a Marine Veteran and Leisure World veteran was the lucky winner. The second one was donated to the Tennis Club for their November 11th celebration.  I had the pleasure of giving it to a very deserving veteran.

The Quilters also sold lots of quilts and quilted items at the Craft Fair. Our group made a strip quilt of many colors to copy the one we made for our Craft Fair raffle.

We had our fall luncheon on November 10 for all of our members.  Due to the electrical shutdown at Rec. 1, we will only have one meeting in December.  Details to follow.

We always welcome new members.  Our dues are $10 a year.

For more information, please contact Merrilly Strom at 480-699-9352 or Carol Stickling at 847-951-6937.

Leisure World Woodworking Club

Submitted by Larry Blair

The Leisure World Woodshop is open and active.

All LW residents are welcome to join. The fees are only $20 per year and all members may use many of the machines and power tools available in the shop. The shop is located near the basketball court.

The club is sponsoring classes in pen making, bowl making, wood carving, and general woodworking for all members. These classes will be available upon request.  There are very capable instructors who are pleased to share their talents.

The shop hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday and 9:00 a.m. until noon on Saturday.

If you are interested in joining the club, come to the shop and speak with the monitor on duty. He/she will give you a walk-thru and provide details about the joining process. We would love to have you join the 229 current members.

Pillowcase Club

Submitted by Darlene Footh

The pillowcase dress project is starting again.   We meet Monday mornings from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. in the Anniversary Room, by the fireplace in the King Card Room.

Come and see what there is and if you are interested in sewing little dresses or shorts, the material and trim are free.

We do have some kits made up or you can make up your own kit to take home and sew.  We have dresses

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going to Mexico, Togo Africa, and the Samaritan Shoe Box in a few days. I know there will be some very happy children to get a new outfit.

Thank you to the ladies that volunteer to do this project.

Pottery Club

Submitted by Linda Rumberger

The Pottery Club meets in the Craft Room at Rec.1 every Monday and Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Our instructor is Larron Lerdall on these mornings.

We also have open studio times to work on projects.

For more information, contact Marcia Steele at 480641-9082.

For more information, call Darlene Footh at 701-3398491 or Joan Bishoff at 701-200-8917. Please leave your name and number so we can call you back.

Twiddlers, Knitters, and Crocheters

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

Season’s greetings!

Happy to report that we have been able to continue with our annual giveaway of completed items, including, hats, scarves, and throws.

Our dedicated group in the past twelve months completed 111 hat and scarf sets and over 50 throws. Most of the items created are from generous donations of yarn. We accept donations all the time, so if you have any amount of yarn, whether it be small leftover pieces or full skeins, we can put it to good use.

If you enjoy any kind of handwork using a needle, come join us. Our group meets throughout the year every Monday and Friday in the Queen Card Room at Rec. 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Our members also teach and help with problems. We just enjoy spending time together.

We also enjoy weekly lunches at The Rendezvous Café and monthly birthday outings at local restaurants.  For more information, please contact Carolin Lowy at 480-641-4626.

Carolin Lowy on behalf of The Twiddlers and Knitters with Cathy Dreifort accepts gifts of hats and scarves for homeless folks here in Mesa.

TUESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

BINGO’S Bringing the Party!!!

Play is every Friday night at 7:00 p.m. On-sets are 3 for $3; 6 for $6; and 9 for $9. Refreshments are served at the break. Water, ice, lemonade, coffee, popcorn, and pretzels. Play starts promptly at 7:00 p.m. Players may arrive at 6:00 p.m. to purchase on-sets; time to chat and mingle with friends and neighbors, before play begins.

LW Bingo is for Residents and their guests 18 years of age and older. Our bingo games are for recreational play and not open to the public.

Date: Fridays

Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Game starts at 7:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Music and Dance

Ballroom Dance Classes- Contact: Bill Goss, 480-275-4647.

Clogging Classes (C) Contact: Fran Dusek, 602-684-9353 or Joyce Loland, 480-5885789.

Fridays, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. and Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Fridays start with Beginners at 12:00 p.m. Intermediate 1 at 1:00 p.m., Intermediate 2 at 2:00 p.m. and Intermediate 3 at 3:00 p.m.

Wednesdays “Introduction to Advance –2:00 p.m., Advanced – 2:30-4:00 p.m.

Line Dance (Hopi/C) Contact: Dee Dee Dougherty, 480-510-3318. Look for Classes starting November 5th.

Line Dance (C) Contact: Susan Tuttle, 602329-2213

Tuesdays: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Beginners

Enjoy line dance lessons taught by former Zumba instructor, Susan Tuttle.

Cards and Games

Beginners are taught easy to follow steps to the “New Pop Country” songs you hear on the radio. $5 per person per class.

Music Makers (MR) Contact: Marty Maciejewski, 480-307-8061. Tuesdays, 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. This fun group is open to anyone who plays or wants to play an instrument.

Round Dance Classes - Contact: Bill Goss, 480-275-4647.

Shall We Round Dance – Contact: Larry Tracht at 480-325-1054, or email rddancer@aol.com.

Ukulele Practice Group - Contact: Karen Robinson, 480-807-6487

Like to play the Ukulele or always wanted to learn? Come and join up with others who love to play this amazing instrument.

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 (CLR) Contact: Cathy Lindholm, 319750-7112

Monday, Tuesday 12:30 p.m.

Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-309-9039

Monday, 12:30 p.m.

Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Cathy Lindholm, 317-902-9094

Tuesday, 12:30 p.m.

Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Roger Mickelson, 319-750-7112

Thursday, 12:30 p.m.

Int. Duplicate Practice (APA) Contact: Bobbie Stearns, 480-218-5918

Friday, 8:15 a.m. (Resumes in November)

Partner (LC) Contact: Lynn Peters, 262853-4870

Sunday, 6:30 p.m.

Party (APA) Contact: Lynn Peters, 262-8534870

Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

Decorative Arts

Art Assoc. – (AS) Contact: Carol Pope, 480628-4134

Open Studio: Friday, 9 a.m.– 1 p.m.

Jewelry and Lapidary (LAP) Contact: Judy Barnes, 480-985-5760

Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Photography Club (AS) Contact: Bob Bennett, 480-250-7127

Rubber Stamping (CER/SG) Contact: Mickey Dent, 480-634-4574

Monday, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Fabric Arts

Knitters & Crocheters (QCR) Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626

All interested knitters, beginners to experienced, join in. We teach beginners and help those who having

Progressive (QCR) Contact: Shirley Edmonds 602-501-4618

Thursday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Progressive (QCR) Contact: Marilyn Peters, 480-292-3639

Monday, 6:30 p.m. & Saturday, 6:30 p.m.

Poker Groups

5 & 10 Cent (LC) Contact: Ann Bachner, 480-641-5197

Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

5 & 10 Cent (NAV) Contact: Diana Milgrom, 480-981-6085

Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

Dealer’s Choice (NAV2) Contact: Jim Munkwitz, 803-747-1677

Thursday, 1:00 p.m.

Poker Men’s (QCR) Contact: Phil Baird, 480-840-1723

Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

Texas Hold ‘Em (QCR) Contact: Donna Mitchell, 602-622-8100

Monday, 12:30 p.m.

Other Card and Game Groups

Bunco (CLR) Contact: Laura Krever, 310916-8105 or Dana Bourque, 602-7574348

1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

Cribbage (QCR) Contact: Ted Jackson, 518248-2052

Wednesday & Friday, 1 p.m.

Euchre (APA) Contact Ted Jackson, 518248-2052

Tuesday, 6:45 p.m.

Game Night (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-684-2441

Friday, 6:15 p.m.

Hand and Foot: (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-290-9396

Tuesday, 1 p.m.

Arts and Crafts

difficulty with a pattern, no charge.

Friday, 9 – 11 a.m.

Open Sewing (SR) Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626

Open to all residents who do hand sewing Friday, 1 – 3 p.m.

Pillowcase Dresses (AR) Contact: Darlene Footh, 701-339-8491

Make little girls dresses out of pillowcases for charity. Monday 8:30 –10 a.m.

Quilters (CLR/SR) Contact: Merrilly Strom, 480-699-9352

Join us for group projects, speakers, demos, field trips and more. Donations are made to multi-generational groups.

Thursday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Twiddlers (QCR) Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-6414626

Any hand work done with a needle or needles, i.e., knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, needle point and applique. Monday, 9 – 11 a.m.

Fired Arts

Ceramics (CER/SG) Contact: Linda Staveteig, 815-385-3605 Beginners, newcomers, everyone welcome!

Open Workshop and Firing: Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Pouring: Thursday, 12 – 5 p.m.

Ceramics Class: Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Porcelain Painting (POT) Contact: Edie Perarcy, 480-734-0685 or Ginger Meakle, 303-988-6420

Hand and Foot: Samba (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-290-9396

Wednesday & Thursday, 6:15 p.m.

Mah Jongg (APA) Contact: Neesa Galanti, 206-356-2727

Thursday, 1 p.m.

Mah Jongg Madness (LC) Contact: Jan Biddle, 303-881-7808

Monday, 12:00 p.m.

Pinochle (QCR) Contact: Jackie Anderson, 480-985-8503, Tuesday 1:00 p.m

Rummikub (NAV) Contact: Taylor H. Sanford, 832-477-7277

Thursday, 6:15 p.m.

Scrabble (LC) Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480641-4626

Monday, 6:30 p.m.

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. to 12 p.m.

Pottery (POT) Contact: Marcia Steele, 480641-9082

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.

Glass Program

Stained/Fused/Mosaics (CER/SG) Contact: Kay Eakin, 480-641-8719

Open Studio: Monday & Wednesday, 9 - 3 p.m., experienced artists only. Classes resume in December.

Leisure World is fortunate to have several organizations that offer sublime productions throughout the season.

December 4 Big Band Sunday Serenade

December 10 & 11 Mixed Chorus Holiday Concert Performances

February 19 Big Band Sunday Serenade

February 25, 26, 27 LW Community Theater Shows

March 5 Desert Belles Spring Concert March 18 & 19 Mixed Chorus Spring Concert

LW Foundation Lecture Series

Scenes from the Woodshop

Donald William Murphy, age 94, born May 22, 1928, in Shaker Heights, Ohio to Michael and Julia M. Murphy, passed away on October 22, 2022, at his home. He was baptized in the Roman Catholic faith and is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marie Haas Murphy.

Don grew up in Euclid, Ohio where he attended East Technical High School. He was honored with being Eagle Scout of the Year for Cleveland. Post-high school, Don was drafted into the US Army (WWII) and joined the Chemical Corps. After military service, he earned a degree in metallurgical engineering from Ohio State University (OSU).

As a metallurgist, Don worked for the Aluminum Company of America (ALCOA). He earned a Masters Degree in Industrial Engineering from Clarkson

College of Technology and worked in various locations with ALCOA. He retired after 30 years. He then taught at Purdue University and worked for the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Don and Marie made Leisure World their winter home in 1995, and Don enjoyed participation in the computer club, Lions, Open Door, Booster club, and dance clubs to “cut the rug” with his wife Marie.

Don is also survived by his daughter Kathleen (husband David Boyer) of Bellingham, WA and his son Donald Jr (wife Clara) of San Diego, CA, five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Donald was an inspiration to his family and dearly loved. He will be missed.

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AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

PlumbSmart Heating and Air Conditioning - Free service calls + Free A/C diagnostic w/ repair. BBB A+Rated

NATE-Certified technicians and quality affordable HVAC service. Seasonal discounts on furnace and AC tune-ups. Senior & Vet discounts, 3-Ton AC unit only $4,995 including installation. Voted Best of East Valley in 2021. Licensed, bonded & insured ROC289252. Call 480498-8896.

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Appliance 911 Major Appliance Repair and Service. Refrigerators, Washers, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Disposals. Factory Trained, 15 years in business. Fast, Friendly and Guaranteed. Get It Fixed Now call 480-200-9955.

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.

CARPET & FLOOR CLEANING

CARPET CLEANING Much better than Steam! Thorough / Fast Drying Vac, pre-treat, scrub, clean, rinse and vac. Open Areas of 2 ROOMS ONLY $50

COMPLETE! Owner/operator 35+yrs. Dennis Coats 480-354-0866.

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CAREGIVERS

In home healthcare for limited or extensive care. 20 years experience. Licensed C.N.A. Call Laura 480-5800928.

Leisure World resident available day or night. You will have exceptional care and stay in the comfort of your own home. References available. Just Call Anna 480-875-7013. I’m here to help!

Marcie’s Home Care LLC

In Home Senior Care

• Companionship

• Meal preparation

• Medication reminders

• Errands-shopping-appointments

• Light housekeeping

• Respite care

Caregivers:

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CEMETERY PLOTS

Single Mausoleum Crypt @ Mariposa Gardens-Mesa. Premium Location-Waist Level Level B. Crypt 10.South Elevation, $3,999. 50% off original price. Willing to negotiate any serious offer. Call Don 480-250-9872.

2 Side by Side mausoleum crypts at Mariposa Gardens, Mesa Cemetery

Premium location, at heart level, 23k, 1 at 14k, 35% off regular price. Includes: Granite marker, installation, inurnment, and taxes. Contact Joe at 602-570-2777.

CLEANING SERVICES

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.

Jamie’s House Cleaning. Let me take the work off your hands. I can get to those hard to reach places. Weekly, bi-weekly, move outs, and move ins. Look forward to hearing from you. Call today 480720-0101.

ELECTRICAL

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

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.

My Garage Guys Door Service

Senior Discounts, Veteran Owned, BB Accredited. 480-630-3638

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Veracity Worx LLC Experienced Handyman. Appliance installation, light fixture or ceiling fan install, drywall repairs, kitchen back splash installations, plumbing, minor electrical repairs and many more! Call or text Axel at 352-304-2330. axel.malpica1@ gmail.com.

Eddie’s Toolbox Small Job Handyman

—Leisure World resident. 50+ Years’ experience. Minor repairs, assembly, picture hanging, cleaning, car waxing, plumbing, electrical, miscellaneous, Call or text Ed 480-390-2091, edskwiot@ yahoo.com.

Light Duty Handyman Services

Picture frames, flower pots, sorting and storing, light duty stuff. 480-510-3899

HEALTH & BEAUTY

Celebrate “The Beauty of you” with Mary Kay. Mary Kay products offer you so many ways to enhance your beauty and well-being. Innovation skin care! On-trend color! Pampering bath and body products and so much more! Great products for the guys, too! Let’s find your favorites. Check out my website MaryKay.com/penemathisonmk4u or email penemathison@gmail.com. Call or text Pene Mathison at 253-3805848.

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MEET YOUR FRIENDLY LEISURE WORLD AVON REPRESENTATIVE, Bonnie Ragsdale, for all of your AVON needs. Call 480-241-3770 or email avon0498@ yahoo.com.

HOME REPAIR & REMODELING

Granite Counters Wholesale. Free *** phone estimates. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. 20-30% less than Lowes, Home Depot.

Call Bob @ 602-299-8103. Free undermount sink with June orders!

Facelifts 4 Homes. Remodeling specialist. Rob Stalp, 480-703-5637. Over 28 years in Leisure World. Facelifts Home Makeovers LLC, ROC 297942. Facelifts4home@aol.com.

DZO Handyman & Remodeling LLC

Plumbing, Drywall, Painting, Electrical, Landscaping and much more! Let me finish your to-do list! 10+ years experience! Call or text Victor 480-5438879.

Home Remodeling and Rain Gutter

Specialist. AZ Rooms, Dual Pane Replacement Windows, Aluminum & Vinyl Siding & Trim Seamless Raingutters-30colors. Very reliableLicensed & Bonded. ROC #114475 Call George 480-820-8711. We love small jobs.

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 480233-1009 or schedule online at www. iRepairSprinklers.com.