Leisure World News October 2024 Issue

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Haunted Happenings this October

The speed limit on Leisure World Blvd is 25 mph. Please be respectful of your neighbors while driving.

CONTACTING LEISURE WORLD

Leisure World staff is available by phone Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Please do not hesitate to contact us at 480-832-0000. Dial the extension for the department that will best address your needs.

For all emergencies, call 9-1-1 before notifying the LW Security Department at ext. 601.

LWCA DIRECTORY

Administration Reception Ext. 101 reception@lwca.com

Allen Family Medicine

LW On-Site Office 480-977-6349

Compliance Office Ext. 109

Facilities Department Ext. 109 facilities@lwca.com

Finance Department Ext. 119 finance@lwca.com

Fitness Center Ext. 212 fitness@lwca.com

Golf Coyote Run: Ext. 300 Heron Lakes: Ext. 400

Golf Course Conditions 480-832-0005

Landscape Department Ext. 201 landscape@lwca.com

Library Ext. 128

LW News/Communications Ext. 117 news@lwca.com

Outreach Ext. 126 outreach@lwca.com

Recreation Department Ext. 209 recreation@lwca.com

RE/MAX Classic Ext. 705

Resource Office Ext. 126 resources@lwca.com

Security Department Opt. 1 security@lwca.com

Welcome New Owners

Picture This

Leisure World is updating our database. If it’s been more than 3 years since you had your picture taken for Leisure World, or if you never have, please stop by the Administration Front Desk to have your picture taken any weekday between 9 am and 2 pm. Some of our current photos of residents are outdated and/ or unrecognizable. A recognizable, current photo will help enhance security and keep our software updated.

WHAT’S INSIDE

Communications and Community Affairs Director: Diana Bridgett, dbridgett@lwca.com

Communications Supervisor: Carley Cathemer, ccathemer@lwca.com

Advertising Specialist: Elizabeth Ramos, eramos@lwca.com

Graphic Designer: Erica Odello, eodella@lwca.com

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

LW Newspaper Resident Advisor: Ronda Gates, MS

Board

ADMINISTRATIVE

October Board and District Meetings

Board and district meetings resume this month.

District

District

District

District Chair Email Addresses

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

Important Information from the Finance Department

For those residents that pay their HOA fees by check, please use the note field to specify what you are paying. If your check amount is more than your HOA payment, let us know what it is for. This will help the Finance department quickly and accurately process your checks. If you drop your check off in the Finance Dropbox and the payment amount is more than your HOA fee, the Finance Department must stop and research what the extra amount is for. Some checks have different addresses other than their manor number, with no indication of what manor the HOA payment is for. One extra step will make a big difference in efficiency.

Are you Missing Out?

Join the 2,000 plus residents that enjoy peace of mind and security by using the Surepay system to pay their monthly HOA dues. You will save time by using this convenient method to securely pay on time. No more worries of late fees if you forget to pay or are unable to bring your payment to the drop box. Stop by the Finance office or email at finance@lwca.com and ask how you can join the other residents that benefit from this service. Find out why so many residents rely on Surepay!

Memorialize Your Pet

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

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

Wednesday Coffee

October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

Leisure World Wednesday Morning Coffee is open to all residents. The wonderful volunteers of the Wednesday Morning Hospitality Committee have been hosting this event for ten years.

Leisure World cordially invites all new owners to Wednesday Coffee. Visit with fellow residents and learn about Leisure World from a resident’s perspective. Join us for coffee and light snacks in the clubroom at Rec. 1 just across from the courtyard every Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Please wear a name tag so that we can greet you properly.

Our community manager Clark Collier will join us the first Wednesday of every month, so be sure to stop by and say hello!

Find Penny the Swan

Meet Penny, the newest addition to the Leisure World Newspaper. Every month, we will be hiding Penny the Swan inside one of the three sections of the paper. The first resident to locate Penny and send us an email stating her exact location will be awarded a gift certificate!

Rules:

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

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

• Gift certificates must be picked up in the Communications Office.

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

• There will only be one winner per month.

First Project of LW Improvement Fund

First presentation begins on Wednesday, November 20. The first speaker will be a representative from the City of Mesa government. The presentation will explore the city’s rich history, highlighting key milestones and transformative moments that have shaped its development. Leisure World was shaped by Mesa natives, the weather and the City of Mesa government. There are stories and insights about Mesa’s past, illustrating how a foundation of strong community values and visionary leadership has driven the city’s growth. And, what about the future of Mesa? All will be discussed.

At the time of printing, a potential representative from the City of Mesa will be coming to Leisure World, but schedules have yet to be confirmed by the time of the November issue.

The speaker will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Hopi Pima Room at Rec 2. The Premier Speakers Series is part of a coordinated effort between the Leisure World Foundation, the Recreation Department and Desert Financial.

LW Improvement Funds are paying for 3,200 square feet of cart path repair on both Heron Lakes and Coyote Run. LW Improvement Fund is our non-tax deductible account for work inside the walls. This work is funded at $32,400. This fund will be the focus of the Homecoming Luau, which is detailed next.

LW Foundation Donations August 1 – 31, 2024

LW Improvement Fund Donna Bailey

Fundraising Event for Leisure World Improvement Fund

Aloha! The community will be celebrating luau-style. Come enjoy the night dressed in your Hawaiian-style outfit.

Tia’s Royal Islanders is a local Mesa family-owned business bringing festive Polynesian music with beautiful hula dancers and possibly fire throwers.  The dancers take guests on a journey of the following islands: Hawaii, Tahiti, Tonga, Samoa and New Zealand. Tia’s group has previously provided great entertainment in Leisure World.

Dinner service includes Kalua pork, teriyaki chicken, Island rice, Hawaiian coleslaw, tropical fruit salad, and dinner rolls. Setups will also be available.

The date is Friday, November 15, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The location is the Hopi/Pima Room at Rec 2.

Tickets are $60 per person and will be available at the Rec Office after November 1. Tickets are general seating.

Replacement of golf cart paths should improve walking, bicycling and driving golf carts.

Veteran’s Day Wall

In preparation for Veterans Day, the Recreation and Communication departments will again be collecting photos of veteran residents and or loved ones to display in our yearly veteran’s memorial. We ask that all who wish to participate send a maximum of three photos along with their names and service branches to news@lwca.com so that we can add them to the display. Deadline for submissions, end of day Wednesday, Nov. 6th.

The Roving Reporter is Here and Ready to Write

The communications team has an exciting new member – Andi Box, also known as “The Roving Reporter.” For those of you who have a whirlwind story you would like to share in the L.W. News but are not comfortable writing it down, let us! We would be happy to have a sit-down interview with you and write down your story.

If you would like to be interviewed, shoot us an email at news@lwca.com, and we will get back to you! We cannot wait to hear the stories only you can tell.

Register To Vote By October 7th

2025

Phone Book

Confirm your voting status or register to vote at azcleanelections.com or call the Secretary of State at 602-542-8683.

Wanting to Get into On the Move?

The Club and Games section of the paper is the perfect place to highlight your new club or group.

If you are a certified and approved club, we would love to accept your submissions via email to news@lwca. com. Please ensure that your submission is 200 words or less, contains information for the upcoming month and is submitted before the 10th of each month.

For example: If I were to submit a write-up for the July edition of Leisure World News, I would write a blurb telling people what dates in July the club would be gathering and what to expect. This write-up would need to be submitted to the Communications Department by June 10th.

We are amending the phone book process, please read... It is time for us to start gathering information for the 2025 Leisure World Phone Book. In the past this process has been less than ideal; so, in hopes of rectifying the headaches of previous years please read the following information.

• All residents with phone numbers in our systems will be included in the phone book UNLESS they turn in Form 6 stating they do NOT want their phone number published. If no form is attached to your account, your name, manor, and phone number will be published in the book.

• We will be accepting forms from now until December 20th

• Phone books will be free of charge

• We will be ordering the books in batches of 200 to avoid excess printing. This means that there may be a brief period when we run out and will be waiting for the next order.

If you have any questions about what is listed above, please contact Carley Cathemer at ccathemer@lwca. com.

How to Run for District Office 2024 DISTRICT ELECTIONS 2024

Do you want to get involved in Leisure World and make a difference! One great way to do so is by serving your District Council! The elections for District 4, 6, and 8 will be held on Tuesday, November 19th. Now, is the time to get your name on the ballot! Here is a breakdown of the process.

1. Select a Position: There are three District Council positions. There is the District Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary/Treasurer. One person can maintain the duties of the two positions, or they can be divided among three individuals. They may be split if separate nominations are received for Secretary and Treasurer positions. Council members will be elected for a two-year term: 2024 – 2026.

2. Expression of Interest Form: The first step is to submit an Expression of Interest Form where you will provide a brief history of your qualifications. It

can be found on the Leisure World resident website, and at the Reception desk in the Admin bld. where all forms are located. Once the form is completed, send it to your District Nominating Committee Member or to Robin Mann in Admin.

3. Résumé: Fill out a brief résumé. You can find the résumé form on the resident website and at the Reception desk in the Admin bld. where all forms are located. If you are considered an eligible candidate, this information will be published in the Leisure World newspaper for residents to get to know you better. Once the form is completed, send it to your District Nominating Committee Member or to Robin Mann in Admin.

4. Nominating Committee: Each District Council has a district member on the nominating committee, for a total of seven people. The committee will review all expression of interest submissions and submit a

report of eligible candidates to the Admin Office by Friday, September 30th. Once the Council approves the candidates, District residents will be notified.

Good luck! For questions, contact your District Nominating Representative.

D4

Patty O’Brien - manor 769 651-368-1183 tomandpatty769@gmail.com

D6

Jan Kelly – manor 2311 480-634-8878 hhejan36@gmail.com

D8

Claudine Sanchez-Parrott – manor 2262 562-897-2715 stevesmom55@gmail.com

Electoral Process Timetable 2024

This sequence of events shall be furnished to all nominating committees and shall also be published in the association’s newspaper for the months of September, October, and November. The following format shall be used.

a. On or before the first Wednesday after Labor Day September 4, 2024

Appointment of the Nominating Committee.

b. No later than the first day of October Tuesday October 1, 2024

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

c. No later than the fifteenth day of October Tuesday October 15, 2024

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

d. The first working day after October 15 Wednesday October 16, 2024

White Ballot: Should there be but one candidate for each position on the council, those candidates shall be declared by the Nominating Committee as elected to

Leisure World Elections Are In Districts 4, 6, And 8

the respective office by “White Ballot.” Therefore, since there are no write-in candidates allowed, no ballots will be provided to the residents of that district.

e. Twenty (20) days prior to election day which is the third (3rd) Tuesday of November Wednesday October 30, 2024 - Ballots will be emailed

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

f. October 19 to October 30

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

all Districts having elections.

g. The third Tuesday of November - Election Day November 19, 2024

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

By Barb Yapp

Barb's Board Bulletin Trees in Leisure World

information to extend tree life and better care for the trees that we have.

Trees are a vital asset in Leisure World. They add shade, an aesthetic value, and contribute to air quality for our residents. There are over 1,000 trees in the community, and they vary in species and age. Caring for all the trees is something the board of directors and administration is addressing in the 2025 budget. With the recent three summers of unrelenting heat and the lack of monsoon moisture, our trees have suffered. Leisure World has worked with a certified arborist to garner information and to help strategize and develop an action plan.

Whether it’s called a policy or an initiative, Leisure World’s Landscape Department will plant two trees/ shrubs if an existing tree needs to be removed. Leisure World’s arborist has sound ideas to promote the health of our trees, and the board will need to analyze and evaluate the costs of implementing these ideas. Leisure World’s arborist has also taken the time to educate the landscaping staff, providing them with additional

A close look at the trees in Leisure World common areas, District 1, and the golf courses was recently done. Each tree was assigned a priority of 1 through 3. The approximate cost to do everything on the prioritized list is $410,000. District 1 trees are not factored into the $410,000, as their tree maintenance is paid for by District 1 HOA fees.

Why remove an existing tree? In some cases, the trees may be in a poor location and are causing sidewalk or pond wall damage. Some trees may be severely leaning and present a safety hazard. The cost to remove a tree is usually much less expensive than rerouting a sidewalk. Each situation is examined separately, with the intention of reaching the best solution. When new trees are purchased, they are not usually warrantied, because that would require paying the vendor to plant the trees for us. Leisure World landscaping avoids planting trees in the summer due to the extreme heat affecting their survivability rate. Not all trees have

bubblers; some use grass irrigation to provide the water.

The board of directors and administration will continue to examine all options and take action that will be communicated at the board meeting, in landscape newsletters, and by other means. Hopefully, a solid maintenance program will add to the life of our trees and to the beautification of Leisure World.

Happy October! It’s the start of low temperatures, which we have all been waiting for! It is also the season of spookiness, pranks, and fun. I am definitely looking forward to our street dance the end of the year. I love seeing all of our residents dressed for the occasion dancing like there is no tomorrow and some even dancing to their own beat. This is one of my favorite events of the year!

In addition to the street fair, we will have our Monster 5K Run and 1 mile walk! If you have not yet

Editor’s

Note

A Ghoulish Affair

registered, you can do so at any time, even on race day. The Recreation and Fitness staff along with other LW staff members will also be dressed in our most ghoulish attire while running down Leisure World Boulevard. For those of you who have been in the fitness center in the afternoons these past few months, you have probably seen all of us training on the machines and working out in Erica’s circuit class (which is phenomenal by the way). We have been preparing for the 5K while getting healthy and making new friends with residents that we normally do not get to see or spend time with. It has been a blast!

As the we get into the season, things are going to get really busy! We do hope that this is one of the

Carley’s Catch All Guess Who's Back!

I am officially back from maternity leave!

How twelve weeks have blown past this quickly is a mystery to me but nevertheless it is bittersweet being back with my L.W. family! In case you didn’t know, on June 19th my husband and I welcomed our son to the world. Baker is such a good eater and loves to smile. His favorite thing to “play with” is my monstera plant; he thinks batting at the leaves and watching them wave around is funny. My son and I share a fondness for a good night’s sleep and making my husband laugh. Baker brings so much joy into my home, I don’t know what I would do without his toothless smiles and silly squawks. Entrusting his care into the hands of other people has been hard but I am grateful to my Leisure World family for being so kind and empathetic toward me. I have been blessed with a bountiful village of people and to them I am grateful. But as I dust off the keyboard and slide back into my role as editor, I am excited to use the “non-mom” parts of my brain.

Though October still punishes us with 90+ degree days there is a mental shift that I applaud all native Arizonians for having. The one that convinces us that

even though it’s still 95 degrees, to go to a pumpkin patch in matching fall sweaters. Some years it seems like we force that seasonal change with an intense level of coercion against mother nature. We are a peculiar people, and I can’t help but love it. I look forward to seeing my fellow fall enforcers out and about this season!

Some fun October facts about myself are: I turn 27 on the first, my 5th wedding anniversary is on the 5th, and my Leisure World 2-year employment anniversary is on the 11th. I suppose I enjoy making life altering decisions in October, must be the slight autumnal breeze blowing me onto new paths. Though I can admit all these decisions have had marvelous effects on my life thus far. Marrying my husband has resulted in a love and friendship I believe are rare in this life. My employment with Leisure World has taught me numerous things and introduced me to people I will continue to know for as long as they will let me.

best seasons that you enjoy and that we have created something for everyone to do.

As always, please respectfully let us know how we are doing or lend suggestions as we constantly look for ways to improve and up the ante.

Have a wonderful October!

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Fingers crossed I don’t add any more changes to my life this year but who knows, this month is a sneaky one! I wish you all a happy October and a festive Halloween.

Grub & Groove Special Moment

All contact information will be kept confidential and used only for notification of 'Leisure World Veteran events'.

AAUW Celebrates Scholarship Recipient Talya Ponce

Business has always been a part of my life. At only 10 years old, I would sell cupcakes that I had made for one dollar in my apartment building. My mom inspired me to do something more with my life. She struggled taking care of two children, and she still pursued her entrepreneurship to help pay the bills and feed the family.

As a kid, I spent most of my weekends at the flea market helping my grandma and my mom sell jewelry, purses, and shirts. They taught me how to be a hard worker. I believed that with hard work and dedication, I could reach my life goals. At the age of 16, I started my own small business called Mielocitos LLC. I made Mexican candy and sold it to the farmer’s markets in downtown Phoenix such as First Friday, Rolling Retro, and Mujeres Mercado. At the age of 18, I started another small business called Lukas Party Rentals, renting out chairs and tables for parties or any big occasion. Through these experiences, I learned how to manage a business, employees, and time. Finally, I am going to barber school to learn how to do men’s haircuts. I currently have about 800 hours out of the 1200 required. I cut hair at the barber school and at my ASU dorm for $10. This helps me practice and be more knowledgeable on how to do a haircut the right way.

I am pursuing a business communication degree at the university. In addition, I hope to take some real estate classes. I plan to own a commercial building and rent some of the space to small businesses while using some space for my own business. I believe that a successful business requires the owner to be hands-on.

Since education has always been a priority, I had to find financial assistance. I applied for several scholarships. I discovered the AAUW East Mesa scholarship through the American Community Foundation. I was selected for their scholarship, and it will help me pay for most of my college expenses at Arizona State University, where I am a full-time student taking 12 credits each semester. I feel that I have been rewarded for my hard work in high school. The scholarship has inspired me to work even harder at the university. I attended my first Scholar Coffee in the fall of October 2023. There, I met other scholars and mentors. It felt like I belonged in this community. I was honored, and know I will be a successful scholar. I spoke to my mentor, Sharon McGavick. She and other women provide a wonderful group of bright, inspirational, terrific role models. Sharon is very approachable, and with her educational background, I feel safe to ask for help. I know she will understand my perspective.

Holiday Traditions Dinner

Chef LaMott, (our LWCA resident and semi-retired chef, Doris Hoel) has an idea to share with all of you.

Join us for our first Community Thanksgiving Holiday Traditions Dinner! It will be held on Thursday, November 28, at 3 p.m. at Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima.

This is a served dinner using wonderful volunteers from your neighborhood! Food will be purchased through donations of kindness. ($10.00 suggested per person). Donations are still being received. Please drop off at Manor 875 (cash or check to Doris Hoel). Or free will offering at the door. If we have any extra money, it will be saved for our Easter Holiday Traditions Dinner. There is a separate savings account just for the Holiday Traditions Dinners. Thank you to those who have already so generously donated! Menu for Thanksgiving:

• Roast Turkey

• Gravy

• Mashed Potatoes

• Sage Stuffing

• Green Bean Casserole

• Buttered Corn

• Cranberry Sauce

• Rolls/Butter

Thank you to Steve and Cathy Evangelesta who will be providing background music.

The Recreation Office will take reservations starting October 1. Please make your reservations in the office, via phone (480-832-0000, ext. 209), or lwca.com. You may reserve a table for up to eight people, or we can place you at a table. Reservations are limited, so plan accordingly. Serving will be done in 30 minute intervals

My first year of college has been a difficult adjustment, however, I feel that I have the resources I need to succeed for the upcoming three years. My plan is to focus on obtaining a business degree and an internship with a nonprofit organization that helps small businesses. Currently, I am volunteering for Fuerza Local by Local First Arizona. I am learning how businesses, large and small, integrate to develop a functional team that focuses on one area of a project.

In conclusion, my journey will be fueled by my hard work and dedication. Along the way, I will seek help from organizations such as AAUW East Mesa for financial aid, mentorship, and a place to grow my network. Thank you, AAUW, for being a part of my journey.

so please contact Chef LaMott to select an interval time after you have made your reservation.

Please tell your neighbors about this wonderful opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving with your LWCA community, friends, and neighbors, especially the ones who are alone or don’t get out much. We will also have drivers to pick people up or deliver meals to them. If you know of a resident who could benefit, please contact Chef LaMott.

Chef LaMott

cheflamott@gmail.com, 651-247-6785

There will also be an assorted pie buffet for dessert with coffee bar.

Leisure World Lions Club

Warm Outer Clothing for Cold Weather

October 8-24

Collected by Mesa LW Lions Club for Jefferson Elementary School (an underserved school)

Collection boxes will be placed in Recs. 1, 2 and 3 Contact Lion Becky at 501-258-9928.

Charity Food Drive Saturday, Oct. 19

The Lions Club will be having a Charity Food Drive on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. till 12:00 p.m. It will be in the Rec. 1 parking lot in front of the lawn bowling. There will be two white pop up tents, the Lions banner, and a food drive sign. Follow the signs and taped off area to the drop off point.

Lions Are Roaring To Start Their Lions Year 2024-2025.

The first meeting will be on Tuesday, October 8, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Rec 1 card room.

Coming In November:

Veteran’s Breakfast

Saturday, Nov 9, Hopi/Pima Room, 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.

Contact: Lion Dennis Heimpel, Treasurer 480-7535 or Ken Steele, President 480-389-8109.

Theme Dinner Thursday November 21, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hopi/Pima room

Please make sure food donations are non-perishable and check the expiration dates. If an item is near the expiration date or expired, that item cannot be donated. For safety, please do not donate any items in glass bottles or jars. This food and money drive will be supporting the New Hope Community Center in Mesa. A list of items needed by New Hope will be posted on the Leisure World Post and is also listed below.

What can be donated on Saturday, October 19?

• Soups of any kind

• Pasta noodles of any kind

• Spaghetti sauce

• All kinds of beans in either bags or cans

• Canned fruits and puddings, boxes of Jello, and snack packs

• Cans or bags of tuna and salmon

• Canned meat like sausages and mini wieners

• Top Ramen of any kind

Rec 2. Hosted by Lion Barb Yapp 480-218-5782.

• Tiny boxes of raisins, crackers, or cookies

• Cereals of any kind in boxes or bags

• Large or small cases of water

• Toiletries, toothbrushes, travel-sized shampoos and conditioners

• Toilet paper, Kleenex, hand soap, and razors for men and women

• Diapers for men, women, and children of all sizes

• First aid kits and wet wipes

Please make cash donation checks out to the LW Lions Club.

Thank you.

LIBRARY LINES

by Sue De Carlo

Welcome back northerners!

This year there are 65 books missing from the library inventory. Please check your bookcase and around the house and return any library books you may find. There are no penalties for return of overdue books unless it becomes a recurring habit.

Library Hours – 8:00 am to 10:00 pm 7 days each week . Volunteers are there to help you between 8:00am and 4:00pm

Memorial Donations:

Wendy Weber in memory of Mary Reiben

Lee Ann Petit in memory of Mary Reiben All donations are used to purchase new books.

Library Volunteer Training Sessions to Begin Soon –The library currently has 56 volunteers who maintain the library and help patrons locate books or answer questions. If you are a full time resident and would like to help in the library please contact Carolin Lowy at 480-641-4626.

Book Sale at the Craft Fair – Set aside the date. The Book Sale will take place on November 16, 2024 on the prominade from 9 am to 2pm. Details next month.

Reviews of New Acquisitions - Unless otherwise stated the review opinions are my own modified by a synthesis of reader’s reviews. The ratings(1- 5 stars) are from the readers at goodreads.com.

LP Western – The Wicked and the Dead by William W. Johnstone and J.A, Johnstone – A Hair-Raising Tale of Hack Long and His Outlaw Gang - The Hack Long gang turns out to be a likeable group of guys who just happen to be bank robbers. In this tale they break out of a Mexican prison and head north to pick up the hidden loot from their most recent heist. They encounter one

adventure after another on the way North and finally find themselves reunited in Barlow Texas to recover their money. However, before they can enjoy their ill-gotten gains all the people that failed to subdue the gang during their trip north converge on Barlow intent on capturing the gang. The ending is a surprise. 68% rated 4 or 5 stars.

RP Fiction – Uncommon

Type by Tom Hanks – A collection of 17 short stories exploring the humanity of mankind with only one thing in common, a typewriter as an element in the story. The style is simple, some say old fashioned. They depict ordinary people with ordinary dreams who take on extraordinary challenges and somehow persevere to a happy ending. If you like Hanks acting style I think you will enjoy his writing too. 46% rated 4 or 5 stars.

RP Mystery – A Refiner’s Fire by Donna Leon Set in modern day Venice this is a story about two opposing gangs and a hero who was never celebrated. A new mystery to be solved by Cammissario Guido Brunetti and an old one. Though the story is slow paced when compared with American detective stories the reader enjoys the opportunity to explore the charms of Venice as Brunetti walks the streets of the beautiful city. 74% rated 4 or 5 stars .

LP Historical Fiction & Romantic Comedy - A Daughter of Fair Varona by Christina Dodd – Imagine what life would be like in the Montegue household of Verona in the 15th century if Romeo & Juliet didn’t really die in that tomb. This book is that story; focusing on the life of their eldest daughter clever, rebellious,

independent Lady Roseline (Rosie). In the telling of the tale we learn how Romeo and Juliet survived but it also gives a fascinating picture of life among 15th century aristocracy in Italy. I read it in 2 days. Rated 3.9

LP Mystery – The Conditions of Unconditional Love –An Isabel Dalhousie Novel by Alexander McCall Smith – As usual Isabel is faced not only with a mystery that has ethical implications. In this story she must solve two such cases. One involves a houseguest getting over a tempestuous affair and the other the funding source for publication of Review of Applied Ethics which Isabel publishes. 79% rated 4 or 5 stars.

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Tovrea Castle A Phoenix Landmark Steeped in History and Mystery

Perched atop a hill in Phoenix, Arizona, Tovrea Castle stands as a testament to the city’s rich history and architectural uniqueness. This majestic structure, built in 1930 by Alessio Carraro, has captivated the imagination of locals and visitors alike with its blend of medieval and Art Deco styles.

Originally intended as a luxurious hotel, the castle was later purchased by Edward Tovrea, a wealthy cattleman, who lived there with his family until 1969. The Tovrea family’s legacy is still celebrated through the castle’s history, and their impact on Arizona’s cattle industry remains significant.

One of the castle’s most striking features is its surrounding gardens, designed by renowned landscape architect William Paul Whitaker. The beautifully manicured lawns, walking trails, and small lake create a serene oasis in the midst of the bustling city.

However, Tovrea Castle is not just a picturesque landmark; it’s also steeped in mystery. Rumors of secret rooms and hidden passages have long fascinated visitors, although these claims remain unconfirmed. Paranormal activity has also been reported, with staff and visitors experiencing strange occurrences, such as ghostly apparitions and unexplained noises.

The castle’s unique architecture and atmospheric setting have made it a popular filming location for movies and TV shows. Classics like “The Bells of St. Mary’s” and “The Twilight Zone” have used the castle as a backdrop, while more recent productions, such as “Murder, She Wrote” and “Twin Peaks,” have also taken advantage of its eerie charm.

In the 1990s, the City of Phoenix acquired the

property and embarked on a major restoration project to preserve the castle’s original character. Today, Tovrea Castle operates as a museum, offering guided tours of the property, including the castle, gardens, and surrounding grounds. Visitors can explore the castle’s opulent interior, featuring ornate details and period furnishings. The surrounding gardens and walking trails offer a peaceful escape from the city, while the lake provides a serene spot for reflection.

Tovrea Castle is more than just a Phoenix landmark – it’s a cultural icon, a testament to the city’s rich history, and a source of fascination for those drawn to the mysterious and unknown. Whether you’re a history buff, a fan of architecture, or simply looking for a unique experience, Tovrea Castle is a must-visit destination in the heart of Arizona’s capital city.

October News

What is located at 1625 N Central Ave. in Phoenix and is free to the public from 3 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays?

If you have never visited the museum, indeed, you should!

The museum is no small place; it takes a few hours to take it all in. The Phoenix Art Museum’s permanent collection boasts of more than 17,000 pieces, including works by impressionist Claude Monet and Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.

On average, there are anywhere between 600 to 700 objects on display for visitors to view. The museum, which as billed as the largest in the Southwestern U.S., has hosted 400 national and international exhibitions and millions of visitors since its grand opening in 1959. If you plan to go, the cost is $12 for seniors, unless you go during a ‘free’ time.

The Art Museum is a wonderful place to visit. Our own LW ART ASSOCIATION members are planning a visit in 2025. Contact the Art Assn. if you’d like to join them or just take a day and enjoy this stunning museum!

Leaf Peeping in Flagstaff, Arizona

Use the LEAF-ometer located on flagstaffarizona. org to check the changing fall colors around Flagstaff throughout autumn, from the San Francisco Peaks down through Oak Creek Canyon.

As summer fades, the Flagstaff Leaf-ometer springs to life! Each tick of the needle brings you closer to nature’s grand spectacles by recommending prime viewing spots and ensuring you never miss a moment of the breathtaking foliage. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Leaf-ometer adds a sprinkle of excitement and anticipation to your autumn outings.

Autumn in Flagstaff, Arizona is a leaf peeper’s paradise. There’s nothing quite like taking a fall hike or scenic drive and viewing the golden aspen trees against a bright blue sky. Use the LEAF-ometer to get the latest foliage forecast and gauge where and when the fall colors will be at their peak. Whether you’re chasing shimmering gold aspens, ruby red oaks, or trying to beat the fall colors holding onto that last glimpse of summer through natural green scenery.

Keep checking back as the colorful dial swings from lush green to fiery red as the seasons change. Picture the use of using this simple, yet magical, meter that measures the enchanting transformation of the trees, helping you chase those golden and crimson hues all autumn-long. This the Flagstaff Leaf-ometer is your trusty sidekick in the quest for the perfect autumn

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ME’S CORNER OF BLESSINGS

Mary Ellen doValle

Well, here it is October, and all our neighbors should be returning from the heat escape! It will be good to have everyone back and all our activities back in full swing. I would like to praise the recreation department for their excellent job of providing us with some great summer activities. Their efforts are greatly appreciated. As we get closer to election time, I would like to just drop a suggestion that we keep open minds and hearts. Many of our friends may not agree with our views, but let us not sever our friendships with political interpretations.

And now, to what I would really like you to ponder this month. I am sharing a quote from one my most admired poets, Maya Angelou. What a dynamic and accomplished person! This quote reflects her wisdom and faith. It is as follows:

“The ship of my life may or may not be sailing on calm and amiable seas. The challenging days of my existence may or may not be bright and promising. Stormy or sunny days, glorious or lonely nights, I maintain an attitude of gratitude. If I insist on being pessimistic, there is always tomorrow. Today I am blessed.”

Layton, MD

Kristen Graham, FNP

Stephen Kessler, MD

Christle Layton, MD

Brooke Jeffy, MD

Kiran Dhillon, FNP-C

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

The current real estate market maintains its unwillingness to get back in the game. Current reports tell us in real estate the number 1 concern is the economy, followed by the high mortgage interest rates. Being a Presidential election year gives both buyers and sellers uncertainty. Although our monthly summer numbers for 2024 were down they stayed pace with the summer numbers of 2023.

The weather over the past 100 days may have kept potential buyers inside as the valley hit the all-time hottest weather ever. If you put things into perspective, real estate sales affect so many industries. Those affected are mortgage lenders, Title and Insurance companies and smaller groups such as home inspectors and all handyman trades. As we look optimistically into the future, we will be prepared for the market to loosen up.

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

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

Warm regards, Mike Ryan, Designated Broker Re/Max Classic | 480-832-7451

Mike Ryan

Fall is Here!

Sherry Rindels-Larsen

Who among us thought we would have summer temperatures hotter than the record-breaking summer of 2023? Unfortunately, here we are, adding another summer to the record books. Not only has it been warm during the day, but we have also experienced record-breaking warm nights, with numerous records set for high minimum temperatures. Rainfall was as scarce as cool temperatures. I, for one, am happy to put this summer behind us. Thankfully, fall is here, and with it, a fresh opportunity to replant our containers and flower beds with plants and flowers that will grow successfully for several months or years, depending upon your plant choice.

October provides abundant plant sales. If you want to find something new for the landscape, the Desert Botanical Garden (DBG) hosts its fall plant sale from October 18 – 20. Members of DBG get the first pick on Thursday. To manage the crowds, DBG requires shoppers to schedule their time to shop. Be sure to visit their website to schedule your time. Maricopa County Extension will hold its fall plant sale on Saturday, October 26. Boyce Thompson Arboretum usually has a fall plant sale in October, but dates weren’t yet posted on their website. A road trip to Tucson provides abundant plant shopping opportunities as well. The Tohono Chul Gardens holds their fall plant sale on October 19 and 20. Tucson offers numerous specialty nurseries where shoppers can find more unusual cacti and succulents. B and B Cactus Farm, Green Things, Plants for the Southwest, and Desert Survivors Native Plant Nursery are a few of my favorites. Locally, Arizona Cactus Sales, Desert Horizons, and Phoenix Desert Nursery offer a wide selection of cacti.

The garden centers and big box stores have replaced their inventory of heat-loving vincas with reliable coolseason pansies, snapdragons, begonias, calendulas, and dianthus. The big box stores offer the common plants and quick fill-ins. Look to the local garden centers for a wider selection of plants and varieties and often better-performing plants for our area. Summer Winds

Nursery, Whitfill, and Desert Horizons always have something fun and new to try. Berridge Nurseries is a favorite for a great selection of roses both bare-root and containerized. For Arizona-adapted fruit and landscape trees, Greenfield Citrus Nursery and Elgin Nursery and Tree Farm won’t disappoint.

If you prefer to start small and enjoy your flowers next spring, October is a great time to seed many annual and perennial flowers. African Daisy, Ageratum, Asters, Baby’s Breath, Black Eyed Susan, Butterfly Weed, Calendula, Carnation, Coreopsis, Delphinium, Desert Milkweed, Desert Zinnia, Dianthus, Flax, Nicotiana, Gaillardia, Gazania, Hollyhock, Larkspur, Lobelia, Nasturtium, Nierembergia, Penstemon, Petunia, Poppy, Spider Flower and a host of others can all be planted now. I would be remiss not to include veggies and herbs. October is an excellent time for planting many of these, too.

Another reliable addition to the fall gardens is geraniums! They provide color from fall through June. Many Leisure World residents took advantage of the opportunity to preorder geraniums through the Sonoran Desert Garden Club in the spring. If you did, be sure to save room in your containers to add those when they are delivered in early November. If you missed out on the preorder, are new to Leisure World, or need additional plants, I have you covered. There will be another opportunity to reserve your geraniums in October. Watch for an announcement on the Leisure World Post around mid-October.

Be sure to check out the numerous publications available

through the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension and resources through the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association for information on plant selection, planting, and caring for your new garden additions.

Happy planting everyone

Sherry Rindels-Larsen is President of the Sonoran Desert Garden Club and a Maricopa County Extension Master Gardener

Mike Anderson

Retired United States Air Force: 11 Aug. 1961 to 31 Mar. 1984

Mike joined the Air Force on 11 August 1961. After training, he was assigned to RAF Sculthorpe, a WWII Royal Air Force bomber base about 80 miles north of London as an Air Force firefighter. Three years later, upon the closing of Sculthorpe, Mike was reassigned to RAF Bentwaters, another WWII base near Ipswich on the East Coast of England. While at Sculthorpe, Mike married his first wife, Mary.

When Mike was assigned back to the States, he crosstrained into the field of electronics. They moved to Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. After training, in 1966, they moved to LaJunta, Colorado, with a new assignment to a Radar Bomb Scoring site there. Later, this auto-tracking radar system idea was modified for use in Vietnam (instead of the aircraft controlling the electronic simulated bombs to target). The radar crew on the ground controlled the aircraft as to where to release the real bombs. Mike’s time in Vietnam was spent being assigned to three of nine radar sites on a rotational basis of six months at a time. He was sent to places like Pleiku, Hue Phu Bai, and Bein Hoa.

Afterwards, Mike was reassigned to Headquarters, Barksdale Air Force Base in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he was awarded distinguished medals, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Bronze Star for services above and beyond. In 1971, Mike was assigned to go to Sardinia Island in the Mediterranean, maintaining tropospheric scatter communication systems for 15 months. Then, in 1972, Mike went to Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, until 1984, working with the Air Force Orientation Group in support of recruiting, where he finished his 22-year career as Master Sergeant.

Mike and his wife moved to Long Lake, Minnesota, where his wife passed away after a few years there. Looking for another career to follow, Mike entered the

real estate market, where he later met his present wife, Kay.

After working as a civil service employee at the

Minneapolis Air Force Reserve base for 15 years as a fire inspector, Mike and Kay left Plymouth, Minnesota, in 2011, where they had lived for 25 years, to retire here in Leisure World.

Moonlight Serenade Dance Club is Celebrating its Silver Anniversary

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Club President Jerry Mundell

Moonlight Serenade Dance Club is a big band dinner dance club founded as a non-profit in 1999. The purpose of the club is to provide formal dance evenings for its members, who are friends and neighbors of Leisure World. We have formal dinner dances (like the big band era), and the club is celebrating its twenty fifth successful year. We are part of the founding culture that makes Leisure World a successful neighborhood, and we operate four dances each year.

QThis is an environment where you can have a conversation with your friends as well as enjoy a big band orchestra. Formal-dressed dancers dance away to large orchestras. It is truly a sight to see. You might think time has been reproduced.

The year this club started was the same year Prince Edward married commoner Sophie Rhys-Jones, “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” first debuted, the musical “Mama Mia” made its debut in London, gas was $1.22 a gallon, and it was the first year for the euro. Names that were common in those days were the likes of Benny

CELEBRITY EXTRA

I can’t believe that the scam artist from “Inventing Anna” is competing on “Dancing with the Stars.” How is she able to film in Los Angeles if she’s on house arrest in New York? -- S.C.

AAnna Delvey (previously known as Anna Sorokin) served just a small portion of her sentence in federal prison before being released in 2021. She then served 18 months in an immigration detention facility and is now on house arrest, while her deportation back to Germany remains a possibility. Delvey, who impersonated an heiress and was later convicted of larceny, says that she was given permission by ICE to travel to California to compete in “Dancing with the Stars,” but she has to wear an ankle monitor.

Delvey and her partner, dance pro Ezra Sosa, face a formidable list of competitors on Tuesday nights this fall on ABC and Disney+ (the next day on Hulu),

including Olympians Ilona Maher (rugby) and Stephen Nedoroscik (gymnastics); reality TV stars Jenn Tran (“The Bachelorette”), Joey Graziadei (“The Bachelor”) and Phaedra Parks (“The Traitors”); actors Eric Roberts, Tori Spelling, Reginald VelJohnson and Chandler Kinney; athletes Danny Amendola and Dwight Howard; and model Brooks Nader.

Hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough are also back, as well as judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough. A date for the season finale hasn’t been announced yet, but expect it to run for 10 episodes and conclude at the end of the November sweeps.

QWhen does the new season of “Saturday Night Live” start? It’s always so funny during an election year. -- K.C.

Goodman, Woody Herman, Glenn Miller (Moonlight Serenade), Count Basie, and Buddy Rich.

Thank you, Leisure World, for supporting us. We appreciate our members’ loyalty and always like to hear comments and suggestions. It has been a good 25 years.

There is a limited number of memberships, and there is a strict dress code. See Club News for dance dates and contact information. Advance registration is important to us, as it helps us make plans and preparations.

AThe 50th(!) season premiere of “Saturday Night Live” is Sept. 28, but as of this writing, the host and musical guest haven’t been named. The iconic sketch-comedy show welcomes three new cast members -- Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim and Jane Wickline -- while bidding farewell to three others -- Punkie Johnson, Molly Kearney and Chloe Troast.

What we do know is that former “SNL” star Maya Rudolph will return as Vice President Kamala Harris, and there will also be a special three-hour, live 50th anniversary show on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025.

Soon in theaters, you can also see the new scripted movie about the very first “SNL” live episode in 1974. Directed by Jason Reitman, the film “Saturday Night” earned rave reviews at its premiere at the Telluride Film Festival this past August. It will be available to see in wide release beginning Oct. 11.

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October Upcoming Movies & Classics

By: Dian A. Prince

October 4: White Bird (NR)

Julian Albans, a bully who left Beecher Prep, is visited by his Grandmere from Paris and is transformed by her remarkable story of compassion and courage. As a girl in Nazi-occupied France, the young Grandmere goes into hiding with the help of a schoolmate, a young man who risks everything to give her the chance to survive.

October 11: We Live in Time (R)

Almut finds her life forever changed by a chance encounter with Tobias, who was recently divorced. But after falling for each other, building a home, and starting a family, a difficult truth is revealed.

October 11: Average Joe (PG13)

After a troubled childhood, a former Marine becomes a beloved high school football coach. However, his reputation comes under fire when he is fired for praying before games.

October 18: Flight Risk (NR)

A pilot transports an air marshal accompanying a fugitive to trial. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions soar and trust is tested, as not everyone onboard is who they seem.

October 25: Nickel Boys (PG-13)

In the 1960s, African American Elwood Curtis is sent to Nickel Academy after he is falsely accused of a crime. While there, he meets a boy named Turner, and the two form a close friendship as they try to survive the horrors of the school and its administrators.

October 25: Venom: The Last Dance (PG-13)

Tom Hardy returns as Venom for the final film of the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. The duo is forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.

Harkins Tuesday Night Classics:

October 1: The Addams Family

October 9: Poltergeist

October 16: Blade

October 22: The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Majestic Theatres Movie Parties:

October 3: Mean Girls

October 19: Back to the Future

A fun-filled evening at Celebrate Mesa on Saturday, October 12, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Red Mountain Soccer Complex (905 N. Sunvalley Blvd., Mesa, AZ 85207).

This FREE family festival has something for everyone! Enjoy a variety of exciting activities, including:

• Free bounce houses & kid’s games

• Live entertainment

• Delicious food trucks

Come out and celebrate everything Mesa has to offer! For more information, visit www. celebratemesa.com.

Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party

Join us for the annual Pumpkin & Chili Party at Schnepf Farms, a beloved fall tradition that brings together family fun, delicious food, and festive activities! Nestled in the heart of Queen Creek, Schnepf Farms transforms into a vibrant autumn wonderland every October, offering an array of attractions for all ages!

Event Highlights:

Pumpkin Patch: Explore our expansive pumpkin patch to find the perfect pumpkin for carving, decorating, or baking. Take a scenic hayride to the patch and enjoy the crisp fall air.

Chili BABY: Taste a variety of mouthwatering chili recipes at our famous Chili Grills! Pair it up with warm corn-on-the cob and a tasty, sweet treat!

Corn Maze: Get lost in the fun as you navigate through our challenging corn maze. It’s a great activity for kids and adults alike.

Rides & Games: Enjoy vintage rides, a petting zoo, and numerous games that promise endless entertainment. From roller coasters to train rides, there’s something for everyone.

Live Entertainment: Groove to live music performances from local bands and artists. The lively atmosphere is perfect for dancing and making memories.

Showtime: Get excited at Hillbilly Bob’s Pig Races and cheer on your favorite pig to win the ultimate

Oreo cookie! Or see our incredible stunt dog show do a variety of stunts and tricks for the crowd!

Food & Drinks: Indulge in delicious food options, including our famous roasted corn, BBQ, funnel cakes, and more. Wash it all down with a refreshing lemonade!

Market Street: Browse unique crafts and goods from local vendors on our market street. Find one-of-akind gifts and support local artisans.

Fireworks: Cap off the night with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the autumn sky, creating an unforgettable end to a perfect day.

Dates & Times:

Every Thursday – Sunday in October LAST DAY – Oct 31st

Tickets & Pricing:

General Admission (ages 3+): $25.95 Toddlers under 3 years: FREE Military/Veteran/Law Enforcement/Firefighter: $15 (purchase at gate only – no purchase online)

Don’t miss out on the fun and festive spirit of the season at Schnepf Farms’ Pumpkin & Chili Party! This event has something for everyone. Get your tickets today and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Cockpit Close-Up: Halloween Edition at Falcon Field Airport

Date & Time: Saturday, October 26 | 8:00 AM - 10:00 a.m.

Location: Historic WWII Hangar, Falcon Field Airport located at 4626 E Fighter Aces Drive Mesa, AZ 85215

Event Description: Join us for the Halloween edition of Cockpit Close-Up, a FREE event perfect for families and kids in costume! Explore the Historic WWII Hangar, trick-or-treat with City of Mesa departments and Falcon Field businesses, and get up close with private aircraft presented by WOFF, a volunteer pilot organization based at Falcon Field.

For questions about Cockpit Close-Up, contact Falcon Field Airport at 480-644-2450 or airport. info@mesaaz.gov.

Mambo’s Dominican Kitchen

Review by Andi Box

When looking at reviews for Mambo’s Dominican Kitchen in Chandler, the one word I kept reading to describe the food was “delicious.” I would concur, but I would have to add delectable, flavorful, mouthwatering, succulent, and tasty.

I also agree with reviewer Derek N. who said that as you walk into the restaurant, it’s like “a fiesta in full swing—vibrant colors, lively Latin rhythms, and an atmosphere that just makes you want to dance.” However, all I wanted to do was eat. And eat I did. But it took me quite a while to peruse all six pages of the menu, and each page caused me to change my mind.

our waitress know that she literally waited a year until I was available so that we could go together to try this sandwich. It was worth the wait.

Día de Muertos

Date: Altar On View Nov. 1-3 | Festival Nov. 2-3

Time: 12 - 6 p.m. | Procession 5 - 6 p.m.

Price: Included with Membership or General Admission

My companion and I finally decided to share everything we ordered. We started with the Mambo’s Platter, which, truth be told, could have sufficed for our entire meal. The platter consisted of a generous supply of fried pork bites, fried chicken bites, and tostones (which I had to look up to learn that they are fried plantains). We also each ordered empanadas. I got the shredded chicken, and she got the ground beef. I liked the chicken more than the beef, but both were rich in unique flavors and spices.

For the main meal (by which time we were already full), I ordered camarones al ajillo, which translated means shrimp in savory garlic sauce, and it was dense with seasonings that made my palate water with happiness. My companion ordered a Cuban sandwich, which was the main reason for our adventure. She let

From the food to the service to checking out, this was a perfect experience. I went home with a to-go box, heavy with leftovers that I couldn’t wait to eat the next day. If I could, on a five-star rating scale, I would give it six stars. I want to shine a light on this hidden gem that has multiple facets of culinary brilliance. But don’t wait around for a year before you go!

Día de Muertos returns to the Garden with a stunning community altar, vibrant procession, food, music and more. Starting Nov. 1, a community altar centered on the legend of the Cempasúchil flower (marigold) and the story of Xóchitl and Huitzilin will be on display in Ottosen Gallery.

It is believed, on Día de Muertos, the scent of the Cempasúchil flower guides the souls of the deceased to the offering waiting for them in the world of the living.

The romantic tale of Xóchitl and Huitzilin unfolds in this ofrenda exhibit through dramatic visuals including monumental flower sculptures and handcrafted silver hummingbirds made by artisans from Taxco de Alarcón.

The deconstructed altar design will also feature the ceramic artwork of Oaxacan artist Rufina Ruiz Lopez. Visitors are invited to place memories and wishes for loved ones on the ofrenda.

Sourced from the Desert Botanical Gardens website

Shazam! Remembering Al McCoy, the Voice of the Phoenix Suns

https://awfulannouncing.com/radio/al-mccoy-sunsannouncer-passes-away-91.html

Al McCoy, who served as the voice of the Phoenix Suns for more than 50 seasons, has passed away.

The Suns paid tribute to McCoy following his passing.

“Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor member and legendary radio play-by-play announcer Al McCoy has passed away peacefully at the age of 91,” the statement on NBA.com said. “The longest tenured team broadcaster in NBA history, McCoy was widely known as the ‘dean of NBA broadcasters’ for his years of service and unique broadcasting style. He served 51 seasons as “The Voice of the Suns,” calling his first game on September 27, 1972 and his last on May 11, 2023.

“McCoy’s unforgettable calls of the most memorable moments in Suns history, including three trips to the NBA Finals, and his trademark phrases from ‘Shazam!’ to ‘Zing Go the Strings’ to ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ have cemented his legacy throughout Arizona and the NBA. His distinctive voice, vivid descriptions and deep knowledge of the game created a unique style that remained a staple for more than five decades. McCoy will forever be known as the Voice of the Phoenix Suns.”

Included in that were comments from Suns owner Mat Ishbia, coach Mike Budenholzer, star Devin Booker and past stars Steve Nash and Charles Barkley. McCoy’s family also paid tribute to him.

“As a father, he taught us the value of respect, loyalty, hard work, and love – both on and off the court,” the family statement. “His passion, dedication and kindness touched countless lives, and while he may be gone, the impact he made will be felt for generations to come.”

The Suns paid tribute to McCoy on X, formerly Twitter, as well saying… For 51 years, he was the voice of the Suns.

A defining figure in Suns basketball, and the Phoenix Community.

His voice, his passion and his joy were legendary. He was legendary. From Dick Van Arsdale to Devin Booker - Al’s voice illuminated the memorable moments in Suns history, bringing generations of Suns fans together along the way. He will forever be the greatest soundtrack in Phoenix Suns history.

Al McCoy passed away at the age of 91 on September 21, 2024.

Advertisement credited to KOOL-960 AM. - Advertisement as appeared in 1958 Arizona Republic, Tuesday, June 24th, 1958. No photographer credited. Photo sourced from Wikipedia.

“From his first call in 1972 to his last in 2023, Al McCoy was there for every defining moment in our history. He was the heartbeat of our organization, a cherished friend, a mentor to many and a legend whose voice brought countless unforgettable moments to life for generations of Suns fans. We are heartbroken by the passing of our beloved Al, the voice of the Phoenix Suns for over five decades. Our thoughts go out to Al’s family, friends and to our entire Suns community.”

- Mat Ishbia

Rest in peace, Al. Shazam.

McCoy’s final broadcast came when the Suns were eliminated by the eventual NBA champion Denver

Nuggets in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals in 2023. After the game, he signed off by saying in part, “I just want to say thank you for 51 wonderful years and allowing me to bring the story of the Suns in the NBA to you  It’s been a great ride.”

In addition to his work with the Suns, McCoy also served as an announcer for Arizona State University and the Arizona Diamondbacks as well as the Phoenix Giants (longtime Minor League affiliate of the San Francisco Giants before the formation of the Diamondbacks) and the Phoenix Roadrunners, a team in the former Western Hockey League.

McCoy’s many honors include the Curt Gowdy Media Award, given to him by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2007.

The Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory

The Five Seasons of Bird Watching in Arizona

https://sabo.org/tips-for-birding-travelers/the-fiveseasons/

Spring (late February to mid-May): Spring works its way up from the desert lowlands to the sky island mountains between late February and May. Wintering birds begin leaving the lowlands in late February, and though many resident desert birds are nesting in March the overall birding experience is best between mid-April and midMay, when spring migration kicks into high gear as millions of songbirds make their way north. Nesting specialties such as trogons, warblers, and most hummingbirds and flycatchers are usually present by mid-April. Owling is usually most productive from late March through May, before family responsibilities distract the birds from vocally advertising their territories. Spring weather is as variable here as anywhere. Typical conditions are cold to cool nights and cool to warm days, often with high winds, but late winter storms can bring cold rain to the valleys and snow to the mountains as late as early May. Dry Season (May to early July): In Arizona, summer is really two distinct seasons. Most “tropical” specialties are present and nesting during the dry season, but it can be dangerously hot at midday in the lower elevations. If your visit falls between late May and early July, be prepared to get out by 6 AM, birding the lower elevations first then retreating to the higher elevations during the heat of the day (or take a siesta to prepare for owling).

Rainy Season (mid-July to mid-September): The rainy season, which usually begins by mid-July, is characterized by powerful but localized afternoon thunderstorms which often develop with amazing speed. A rapid greening follows the rains, and many local birds delay nesting or nest a second time to take advantage of this short-term bounty. Mexican species often wander up from the south on the wet winds, while from the north come southbound migrants such as Lazuli Bunting, Yellow-headed Blackbird, American Avocet, and Baird’s Sandpiper. Since the rains produce a bounty of wildflowers, this “second spring” is

also the time of greatest diversity and abundance of hummingbirds and butterflies. Hummingbird diversity usually peaks between late July and midAugust, while butterfly diversity is often better between late August and late September. A few early migrants, including Sulphurbellied, Cordilleran, and Buff-breasted flycatchers, are already headed south by early September. In most years the regular afternoon storms bring a welcome drop in temperature just as the heat is building to uncomfortable levels, and there is a jump in bird activity as soon as the storm passes.

Fall (September to early December): September is fair to good for birding in the lowlands, particularly around wetlands as waterfowl and shorebirds stream southward. Mixed flocks of songbirds, particularly warblers, can sometimes be found in the higher elevations through mid-September, but birding in the mountain canyons is often disappointing by early October (butterfly diversity is usually good well into October). Birding usually remains relatively quiet until November, when early storms push good numbers of sparrows, raptors, and Sandhill Cranes southward. The fall colors of aspens, cottonwoods, sycamores, and maples from late October through late November will keep the eyes busy even when the birds are few and far between. Fall weather is typically lovely, with mild, sunny days and crisp nights, but tropical storms and early winter storms can bring heavy rain to the valleys and snow to the mountains.

Winter (December through February): Though most of the “tropical” specialties are absent, diversity remains high in winter; the Ramsey Canyon (San Pedro Valley) Christmas Bird Count regularly has one of the highest inland totals in the U.S., with 150+ species. Lowland areas, including the Sonoran Desert around Tucson, the San Pedro River, and the Sulphur Springs Valley, support the greatest variety of both resident and wintering birds. Arid grasslands and desert scrub support raptors and large flocks of sparrows, while wetlands host waterfowl, cranes, and a few shorebirds and songbirds. By contrast, the mountain canyons can seem eerily quiet in winter as even resident birds move to lower, warmer elevations. Winter days are usually sunny and mild, but occasionally an arctic storm system will bring cloudy skies and rain or snow.

A cardinal sits atop a spiny ocotillo stem in Tucson, AZ. Photo credit: J.C. Cervantes.

The 200-Year-Old History Behind Why We Carve Pumpkins –

And how the unassuming turnip played a major role.

by: Amanda Sims

It’s that time of year again! You know, the one where we lop the heads off of unsuspecting gourds, to then scoop out their guts and chisel evil patterns into their flesh. Spooky, right?

But where does this rather odd tradition come from? Well, let’s start with Halloween itself, first. You’ll likely be unsurprised to learn that Halloween, like many American holidays, was once a religious observance that became secular over the years (about a thousand years, actually). Halloween can be traced back to the Celtic festival of Samhain, which was celebrated on November 1st. On the day of Samhain, people believed that the souls of the dead returned to their homes, so they’d dress in costumes and light fires to ward off evil spirits.

Later, in the 8th century, Pope Gregory III moved All Saints Day to November 1st (likely as a Chrisitan substitute for the pagan holiday), and the day before became known as “All Hallows Eve,” or Halloween of course. The holiday spread from Ireland and the UK to France and even the new American colonies, picking up practices and traditions along the way. One of these came from the Irish and Scottish custom of “guising,” in which a person dressed in a costume would do some kind of trick in exchange for a treat… we bet you can guess what the modern version is.

Another custom added to the mix? Carving pumpkins, of course. The first Jacko’-Lantern wasn’t actually a pumpkin at all—he was a man named Stingy Jack

SENIOR NEWS LINE

By Matilda Charles

The word going around is that hackers have stolen 2.9 billion Social Security numbers, which means everyone. And now it appears all that information, including other personal information, has been released on the internet. That batch of data can include not only Social Security numbers, but names, phone numbers, current and former addresses, lists of relatives and more.

It’s time to get very, very serious about protecting our personal data, our identity, our banking information and everything else. Although the horse is out of the barn when it comes to that information being released, there are still steps we can take to try to protect ourselves.

Don’t carry your Social Security card in your wallet. Leave it at home, perhaps in an envelope inside a cabinet where you can access it easily.

Change your passwords. Use not only letters but numbers and symbols in your new passwords.

When you get a Medicare statement about any medical treatment you’ve had, go over it carefully to be certain there’s nothing listed that you didn’t get.

Be more cautious than ever about answering the phone. It’s possible for thieves to fake the number they’re calling from, and they can appear to be from your bank or another company you know. Never answer any questions about your personal information.

Be suspicious about any email you receive that asks for personal information. Don’t click any links and just delete the email.

Send for your credit reports (or get them online) to check all your information. Put a freeze on all three credit bureaus at the same time. Those are TransUnion, Equifax and Experian. With a freeze, no one will be able to open a new account in your name because no one can check your credit. If necessary, you can do a temporary freeze lift if you’re applying for credit somewhere. All three credit bureaus have this option available by phone.

Of all the data breaches we’ve had, this is the worst.

Scams are getting worse

The scams against seniors are getting worse, if that’s even possible, and the thieves are becoming sneakier and more creative by the minute. We have to up our game to stay one step ahead of them and not fall victim.

It bears reviewing the typical scams. While some of these might seem to be repeats of scams that have already gone on for years, the differences are in the tactics the thieves are using.

Romance scams -- If you have a new online friend you’ve never met and they ask for money, it’s a scam.

Computer repair -- You might get a pop-up message saying your computer has a virus and that you need to give them access to fix it. It’s a scam.

Grandparent scams -- You’ll get a call that is allegedly from your grandchild who is in jail and needs bail money. It’s most likely a scam. Before something like this ever happens, create a code word you can use with family members as proof of who they are. A scammer won’t know that secret word.

who invited the Devil out for a drink and then conned him into paying for it. (Have to say, the Devil should have known better.) Emboldened, perhaps, by the Devil’s fury— we can only speculate about the myriad why’s in this legend—Jack cons the Devil yet again, dies, and is promptly banished from both Heaven and Hell with only a burning piece of coal set inside of a carved turnip to guide his way. A turnip!

Jack of the Lantern, the Irish’s first name for this wandering ghoul, eventually became Jack O’Lantern, and 19th-Century Irish and Scottish people started setting out their own turnips, potatoes, and “mangelwurzels” carved with scary faces to ward him away from their homes. Irish immigrants brought the tradition stateside, finding that local pumpkins lent themselves quite well to the task.

https://food52.com/blog/18110-why-we-carve-pumpkins-and-other-vegetablesto-turn-into-lanterns

Massive Data Breach

The government -- This one is all about fear, and you’re made to think the IRS or the police are after you unless you send a payment, or that your Social Security number has been suspended. It’s a scam.

Banks and account fraud -- This one is also about fear when you’re told someone is trying to get into your account. Hang up. Call the bank and ask if they’re looking for you. It’s likely a scam.

Nowadays, you might not want to answer the phone if you don’t recognize the number. If it’s a real call and someone needs you, they’ll leave a message.

Do an online search for “scams against seniors 2024” and learn all you can about the dozens of types of scams out there. The list is growing.

A traditional Irish turnip Jacko'-lantern from the early 20th century. Photographed at the Museum of Country Life, Ireland. Photo credit: Rannpáirtí Anaitnid

By Kaye West and Larry Caves

Learn to Waltz the Night Away!

Timing: The First Characteristic of Dance Rhythms

In the thirteen patterns previously introduced for Social Foxtrot and Single Swing, the timing has been Slow, Slow, Quick, Quick, taking six counts with four changes of weight. The Waltz rhythm also can be thought of as having six counts. Again, the Lead begins with the left foot and the Follow begins with her right.

The timing which makes Waltz a different rhythm is that in the six counts, there are almost always six changes of weight instead of four. Waltz music has a slow or moderate tempo, and figures are described by counts (1-2-3) instead of by Quicks, which would not convey much information, because nearly all beats are Quicks!

Adding Waltz to one’s dancing repertoire in social dancing requires that one learn to identify the downbeat. In round dancing, a routine has been choreographed to specific Waltz music, yet it remains important to recognize the downbeat in order to begin figures in time with the music.

Music has many different rhythm patterns, so clever musicians devised a method to distinguish one rhythm from the others. Their sheet music has horizontal lines (the “staff”) showing how high or low a note sounds as well as how much time passes until another note is heard. It also has vertical lines (“bars”) which demark one “measure” from the next. In a selection of music, on the first staff is a “time signature,” which identifies (1) how many notes fill up each measure and (2) the duration of the notes used to count the rhythm.

Social Foxtrot, Single Swing, and Waltz all use quarter notes (designated by the numeral 4). Waltz has three beats per measure (3/4 time) and the other two rhythms have four beats (4/4 time). The first beat in each measure is called the downbeat, and some music has a dominant sound at the beginning of each measure so it is readily discerned.

More modern music, thanks to creative musicians, doesn’t always have a dominant sound, so to distinguish whether there are three or four counts per measure, dancers listen for one dominant sound and begin counting at that point. If they hear another dominant sound after three or four counts, they have identified the rhythm. If not, they keep listening and counting until a regular pattern appears. It does take practice, but everyone can learn to identify the downbeat.

Those who are newer to dancing might wish to practice Waltz timing by counting (1-2-3; 4-5-6; 1-2-3; 4-5-6; repeatedly) and marching in place with each count. One can practice listening for the downbeat with any popular music.

Box: The Basic Waltz Pattern

The Box is a basic in several dance rhythms. This chart shows how it is done in the Waltz rhythm:

The turn begins after taking weight (on the ball of the foot, about half-way through the count) on the first count of each measure. The body turns a bit on the side step and completes the quarter turn on the closing step. The turn is made so that all three steps of the feet make a path of one straight line on the floor!

In standard ballroom (smooth) dance rhythms such as Waltz and Foxtrot, a left turn is made (1) when stepping forward with the left foot or (2) when stepping back with the right foot.

These first two measures constitute a 180-degree change of direction on the floor. Repeat the two measures to complete the Left Turning Box and return to face the starting direction (ballroom would limit this pattern to two measures).

In all the figures below, one-quarter turn begins on the first step and it takes three steps for the body to complete the turn; the feet in those measures always makes a path of one straight line.

Progressive Box (aka “Progressive Waltz”)

Another modification is to move forward in two successive measures. In other words, the Lead would move Forward L, Side R, Close L; Forward R, Side L, Close R.

Zig Zag Box (aka “Progressive Close Changes Inside Partner”)

What if the Progressive Box has turns in each measure? Why not! The result would be a zig zag pattern and involves a left-face turn in one measure and a right-face (RF) turn in the next:

Forward L (begin LF one-quarter turn), Side R, Close L; Forward R (begin RF one-quarter turn), Side L, Close R.

To progress down Line of Dance, the forward steps begin on diagonals, so each measure makes a straight line on one diagonal (Lead first moving out between LOD and the Wall) then one straight line on the opposite diagonal (with Lead moving on the diagonal between LOD and the Center of the Hall).

Progressive Twinkle (aka “Progressive Close Changes Outside Partner” or “Serpentine Waltz”)

What if the Lead turns slightly first in order to step outside partner’s foot and then turns to face partner for the side-close? It becomes what is called in round dancing a Progressive Twinkle. Two consecutive Progressive Twinkles move forward in a more compressed zig zag pattern on the floor:

(Turn sightly RF) Forward L (outside partner’s L foot & begin LF one-quarter to face partner), Side R, Close L (turn slightly LF); Forward R (outside partner’s R foot & turn RF one-quarter to face partner), Side L, Close R.

The Forward and Back steps make two sides of the Box; Side-Closes make the other two sides (and they move in opposite directions).

Do you notice the Side-Close component which is in the Social Foxtrot patterns? Recognizing familiar components in figures can help learn them. The Waltz Box is very similar to the third Social Foxtrot pattern except that each component of two Slow steps is replaced by the component of one Quick step in Waltz! Following just one step, the Side-Close begins with the opposite foot, so it moves in two directions, where in Social Foxtrot the Side-Close moves in the same direction every time.

Also notice that it takes two measures of three counts each to complete the Box. Because there is an odd number of weight changes in one measure, the second measure begins with the opposite foot. After six counts (two measures), the same foot can begin a new pattern, just like in all previous patterns which contained an even number of weight changes.

One more important thing to notice: the first measure of the Lead’s footwork (counts 1 to 3) is identical to the Follow’s footwork in the second measure (counts 4 to 6) and vice versa!

Practice the Box, first when counting and taking steps on each count and then with music. “Could I Have This Dance” by Anne Murray and “Moon River” by Andy Williams are helpful selections (available on YouTube).

Vary the Box to Create Many New Patterns

Once comfortable dancing the Waltz Box, modest changes add a great deal of variety! All of the following patterns are danced in Closed Position and have just slight changes to the Box pattern. Half of a Box (one measure) can be considered a component. In each description below, the Follow does the natural opposite. Practice one new pattern at a time repeatedly, then intersperse it with other Waltz patterns.

Left Turning Box

To modify the Box for it to turn, recognize when, and in which direction, to turn. The turn can be slight or larger. When it turns 90-degrees (one-quarter) and is done in four consecutive measures, the path on the floor is a very large box, which in round dancing is called a Turning Box. Starting with the left foot and turning leftface (LF) creates a Left Turning Box:

Right Turning Box

What if the Lead danced Half a Box leaving the right foot free (ready to step next) and decided to do a Turning Box? He could begin the four measures of a LeftTurning Box by moving back to begin the Turning Box that way. Instead, he could begin by moving forward with his right foot and continue turning one-quarter to the right for four consecutive measures.

He would repeat those two measures to complete the Right Turning Box. Note that the turn is toward the right (1) when stepping forward with the right foot or (2) when stepping back with the left foot. Another useful principle is that when stepping forward to turn, the weighted foot swivels. When stepping back to turn, no swivel is needed because of how human legs are constructed.

Hesitation Left Turn

This figure combines a Hesitation (a forward step and holding the position) followed by Half a Turning Box Back. Again, the turn may be large or small. Notice the similarity of the Social Foxtrot pattern #9:

“Brush” means to bring the free foot next to the standing foot without taking weight. The above patterns represent just a sampling of variations which can be created using the Box. Experiment to create even more (for instance, consider other dance positions). For more ideas, as well as to review Social Foxtrot and Single Swing rhythm patterns, go to home.csulb.edu/~kwest and select Walk In Dance Out. Also plan to take round dance lessons beginning in November to enjoy camaraderie with others. See the Shall We Round Dance Club article. For more information, call Kaye at 480-390-1554.

Happy dancing!!

That’s Life!

On looking back, I find myself laughing at some of the situations I found myself in.

My (late) husband used to love to surprise me with “different” types of gifts for Christmases and birthdays. One outstanding gift I got was horse riding lessons (I was shocked at the thought that I might have to try climbing up on a horse). Nevertheless, at my husband’s encouragement, I very reluctantly showed up at the riding school.

The riding instructor was very polite and assured me that she had a very gentle mare for me to ride. She then led out a horse, who I thought was probably praying to be put out to pasture. However, I climbed up the steps (the instructor provided), and she said, “O.K., now pull your right leg over the back of the horse and sit on top.” After seeing how wide the horse’s back was, I wondered if my legs would be able to reach/straddle over the animal. Nonetheless, with courage, I made it!

Then it moved! What!!

The instructor said, “Use the reins to let the horse know you want it to go left or right.” So, I gave it a try and moved the reins to the left. My horse started moving forward slowly (which was too fast for me). I felt kinda proud of myself, and my confidence grew! The horse continued moving slowly (or should I say gracefully) around the arena with me “in charge.”

The instructor then said to dismount by saying, “Get off,” and I carefully checked to see if my legs were still working! The instructor then pulled off the saddle.

“It’s over!” I thought. “Not too bad after all!”

Then, to my dismay, she indicated for me to climb back up onto the horse, but this time without the saddle! She said: “You have to learn to control a horse using just your knees.” It was then I wondered if she had a wooden horse to practice on.

I gave it a go! And although terrified, I managed to steer the poor horse around the circle using my knees.

It was an experience never to be forgotten!

When my husband showed up, he asked, “How did you do?” I laughed and said, “Nothing to it!”

Many years went by, and I never ever related to him about my riding experience. After all, he didn’t need to know.

H.R. McClellan

Digital Accounts and Services: What to Do When a Loved One Dies

By: Rilus M. Dana

When a loved one passes away, managing their digital accounts is crucial. Not only does it protect against identity theft and prevent hackers from exploiting sensitive information, but it also helps avoid unnecessary payments or penalties and ensures a smooth transfer of funds to beneficiaries. Additionally, addressing these online accounts can provide emotional closure, allowing family members to memorialize their loved one and avoid unexpected reminders that might prolong grief.

Reminders for When a Loved One Dies

Before you start handling your loved one’s affairs, here are a few helpful reminders:

1. Consult Estate Planning Documents

Always consult the deceased’s trust, will, or similar documents for instructions on how to manage their accounts upon their death.

2. Pace Yourself

Don’t rush to complete or resolve all of these accounts all at once. The loss is stressful enough, and the pressure to complete a checklist will only add to this stress.

3. Seek Support

You don’t have to do this alone. Reach out for help from family, friends, or professionals like the Rilus Law team. We’re here to offer guidance and resources to help you navigate this difficult time.

4. Prioritize Your Health

Grief is emotionally and physically taxing. Ensure you’re eating well, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep to maintain your strength during this challenging period.

5. Look Ahead

If there is anything you may learn from this ordeal, that is the importance of planning for your future. It’s the natural time to start thinking about putting your own affairs in order.

What to do When a Loved One Dies: Digital Accounts Checklist

Key Social and Online Platforms

Social media and online accounts like Facebook, Instagram, Google, and Apple play a significant role in our digital lives. For these platforms, you can either memorialize the account, request its deletion, or manage it according to the deceased’s wishes. Each platform has its process, typically requiring a death certificate and proof of your relationship to the deceased. Memorializing accounts can help friends and family honor their loved one, while closing accounts can prevent misuse or unwanted reminders.

Subscription Services

These include streaming platforms (Netflix, Hulu), music services (Spotify, Apple Music), lifestyle subscriptions (gaming, online magazines), and memberships (frequent flyer programs, loyalty rewards). Review the deceased’s email for a complete list of subscriptions, then contact the providers to cancel or transfer these accounts. Proof of death may be required.

Banking and Financial Accounts

This covers checking, savings, investment, and loan accounts, as well as e-wallets like PayPal and Venmo. Notify credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) to prevent identity theft. Prioritize joint accounts, review terms for each, and handle FDIC-insured accounts within six months.

Shopping

and Delivery Services

For accounts like Amazon and eBay, cancel in-progress orders and ongoing deliveries to avoid unnecessary charges. Contact customer service to close the accounts, providing proof of death if needed.

Government Services

This includes Social Security, passport, driver’s license, voter registration, and other government-issued

accounts. Contact the relevant agencies with a death certificate and other required documents to close or update these accounts.

Mail

To manage or forward mail, you can register your loved one’s name with the Deceased Do Not Contact List to reduce advertising mail. For mail forwarding, visit the post office with proof of your authorization to manage the deceased’s mail.

Insurance Accounts

Include life, health, auto, home, and any other insurance policies. Notify the insurers to facilitate payouts and prevent complications from unreported deaths.

By following these steps, you can manage your loved one’s digital and financial legacy effectively, providing both security and peace of mind.

Support From Rilus Law

Dealing with the offline and online accounts of a deceased loved one is a complex responsibility. Don’t forget that Rilus Law is always here if you need clarifications and advice on any issues you run into along this difficult path. You’re welcome to chat with our experts for free for detailed information regarding these issues. Additionally, we have free resources in our Loss of a Loved One Guide and a partnership with a weekly grief support group in Mesa by Core Balance Counseling. As an expression of our condolences for your loss, the first support group session is free for Rilus Law clients.

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

Not All Income Is Taxable TAX CORNER

By Ken Weinstock CPA, Leisure World resident.

The following is a reprint from October 2023

Internal Revenue Code section 61 states: “Except as otherwise provided… gross income means all income from whatever source derived.” In other words, everything is taxable unless it’s not. Simple, right? Maybe, maybe not. It gets a little complicated when trying to determine what’s not taxable.

The basis of Federal tax law is the Internal Revenue Code which is about 2,600 pages long. Then there’s about 9,000 pages of regulations, rulings, notices, announcements, etc. And because there are still issues to be resolved, the Tax Court and other courts issue opinions to help decide what’s taxable and what’s not. Over 70,000 pages of court cases. Plus, each state has its own laws.

Determining whether amounts received are taxable depends upon the type of income. Some types of income are taxable upon receipt of the income. Some types of income are never taxable. For certain types of income, the tax is deferred and will eventually need to be paid, but not right away.

The following is a summary of what’s taxable, what’s not taxable and what’s taxable but not now. Please remember that the details of each situation will affect taxability, so be careful to consider all details and to not generalize or make assumptions without having all the facts. Also, remember that there are exceptions to the rules that may affect taxability.

Always Taxable

Compensation for services – Whether you’re an employee or an independent contractor, if you receive payment in exchange for services, it’s taxable as soon as you receive the payment. Deferred compensation is generally taxable when received. A bonus paid by an employer to an employee is usually taxable to the employee; it’s not a gift. Some fringe benefits are taxable, some aren’t.

Business income – If you’re in business selling products or services, all sales proceeds are taxable.

Interest, dividends, royalties, rents – Amounts received for the use of your money, as a return on your investment or for use of your property are taxable.

Distributions from retirement plans – If you receive money from your IRA or employer pension, all amounts received are generally taxable other than a return of contributions you made to the plan for which you did not get a tax deduction.

Never Taxable

Loans – When you borrow, whether for personal or business reasons, the money you receive is not taxable. Mortgages on real property are not taxable.

Similarly, if you receive repayment of a loan you made to someone else, those payments are not taxable to you. Caution: if the loan payment you receive includes interest, the principal portion of the payment is not taxable but the interest portion of the payment is included in taxable income. Note: if a loan is forgiven, the debt relief is generally taxable.

Gifts and inheritances – Money or property received as a gift or inheritance is not included in taxable income. However, earnings from gifts and inheritances are taxable. If you inherit a rental property, the rent you receive from the property is taxable to you but not the value of the property.

Life insurance proceeds – Generally, proceeds from a life insurance policy are not taxable to the beneficiary.

Tax-exempt interest – Certain kinds of interest are not taxable. Municipal interest paid by state and local governments is not taxable on your federal tax return and is also not taxable on a tax return for the state that pays the interest. Out of state interest is taxable on a state tax return. Interest paid by the United

States such as on Treasury Bonds is not taxable for state purposes.

Not Taxable Now but Taxable Later

Installment sales – If you have a taxable sale but receive some or all of the sales proceeds by collecting note payments over time, amounts received are taxed when you receive them. For example, suppose you sell an investment property for $250,000 and receive $50,000 as a down payment and a note for the remaining $200,000 payable over five years. The taxable portion of the down payment is taxable when received, and note payments received will be reportable on your tax return over the five-year collection period.

Income earned in retirement accounts or annuities –Earnings by retirement accounts and annuities are not taxed until distributed.

These are some of the rules for determining taxability. Because there are exceptions to many rules, please be sure to consult with a tax professional for your specific situation.

YOUR POCKETBOOK

Tips for Talking with Your Partner About Money

Money can often be a hard topic to bridge if you’re in a relationship. Depending on your financial situation, values and experiences with money, you and your spouse or significant other may not always be on the same page when it comes to spending, saving and investing. In some cases, this disconnect may even be a source of tension between partners.

As a financial advisor who has worked with hundreds of couples, I want you to know that communication is key – and it usually gets easier with practice. If you’ve found yourself avoiding the subject of money with your spouse or partner, keep these tips in mind to open up a productive and ongoing conversation that will help you work toward your shared goals for the future.

Prioritize putting a plan in place. Make it a priority to discuss the important financial aspects of your lives and put a financial and estate plan in place. If you’ve put planning on the back burner, you’re not alone. The Ameriprise Couples, Money & Retirement study found that over half (52%) of couples surveyed did not have an estate plan, and 41% did not have a financial plan in place. Delaying the conversation can impede future goals and your ability to navigate potential unexpected situations.

To get started, pick a mutually agreed upon time to sit down when you can be free of distractions. Set an agenda to cover topics such as budgeting, goals, roadblocks and opportunities. Discuss what next steps for cementing a plan might be.

Respect your histories. Each person’s relationship to money is very personal. For example, some individuals who grew up with limited financial resources may adopt a scarcity mindset to protect themselves. For these individuals and others, spending may cause anxiety. On the other side of the coin, if you never

had to worry about money, you may not have learned how to set limits on yourself. Self-awareness paves the way to change, just as sharing these insights with one another can enable accountability and understanding.

Be honest about financial mistakes. Share your financial challenges, or where you may have fallen short of your goals and any lessons learned. Maybe you missed a payment deadline. Or you are procrastinating meeting with a tax attorney. In any case, it’s not unusual to make financial missteps now and again. Just as honesty is critical to your relationship, it’s also key to avoiding future costly errors.

Review your financial goals and priorities. What do you want to accomplish financially? Has anything changed over time? Buying a house, starting a family, sending kids to private school or college, opting for early retirement—these are the kinds of life goals that require active financial resolve and alignment with your partner. As a starting point, communicate openly about your dreams for the future and desired timeframes. If the conversation seems daunting, take heart in the fact that Ameriprise’s recent research revealed that 91% of couples surveyed say they share the same financial values. When you’re both invested in the outcome, you can support and motivate one another to reach your goals.

Work with a financial advisor. Whether you’ve already found financial harmony or want help blending your different perspectives, a financial advisor can help you increase communication and develop a plan to reach your goals. In fact, the Ameriprise research study found that 97% of couples that work with an advisor have identified ways their advisors have improved their financial wellbeing. Make it a priority to meet with or find your financial advisor together, so both of you have equal opportunity to ask questions and be involved in

any decisions about your future. Find an advisor to be on your team as you work toward achieving a lifetime of financial happiness.

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FEEL TAKEN CARE OF, AT EVERY TURN

If you want senior living options, we have plenty of them. Plus, with communities near the neighborhoods you know and love, you can take advantage of our range of care levels and services while remaining close to your familiar surroundings and friendships.

• Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care

• Desired amenities, including balconies and kitchenettes

• Full-time nurses on staff*

Learn about the advantage in moving to a community that offers the care you need on one campus.

*Not applicable to independent living.

Brookdale Apache Junction

Independent Living

Assisted Living 2080 S. Ironwood Drive Apache Junction, Arizona 85120 (928) 484-9046

Brookdale Baywood

Assisted Living

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care 310 South 63rd Street Mesa, Arizona 85206 (928) 493-1667

Brookdale East Arbor

Assisted Living 6060 East Arbor Avenue Mesa, Arizona 85206 (928) 484-2189

Brookdale East Mesa

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care 6145 East Arbor Avenue Mesa, Arizona 85206 (928) 493-1107

Brookdale Springs Mesa

Independent Living

Assisted Living 6220 East Broadway Road Mesa, Arizona 85206 (928) 493-6034

RECREATION, FITNESS AND GOLF

Monster Mash STREET DANCE

Labor Day Dance Fun!

Courtyard Concert with Mesa City Band

Bring a lawn chair out to the Rec. 1 courtyard for a night under the stars with music from Mesa City Band’s 60-piece band. Register in the Rec. Office to reserve your spot. *No chairs supplied; you have to bring your own. Taking chairs from the Banquet Room, Promenade, and Courtyard will not be permitted.

Date: Tues., Oct. 8

Time: 7:00 pm

Place: Rec. 1 Courtyard

Cost: FREE

Grub-N-Groove

Halloween Monster Mash Costume Bash

Optional potluck or bring your favorite snacks to eat at your table.

October Special Events

Arts & Crafts Fair Meeting

Residents interested in participating in the Fall Fine Arts & Crafts Fair are encouraged to attend this meeting. Registration forms and event flyers will be available, as well as information on the event and requirements to participate. This is your chance to come and get all your questions answered regarding the Fall Fair. Registration information and forms for the Fall Fair will be available in the Rec. Office after the meeting on Thurs., Oct. 10. Fair is scheduled for Saturday, November 16th.

Date: Wed., Oct. 9

Times: 2:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Lakeside Clubhouse

Last year was full of Boo-tiful Costumes. This year’s categories:

• Funniest

• Scariest

• Cutest

• Original

• Couple

• BYOB - bring your favorite booos

• Ice and water provided

• Tickets $6 on LW Website or contact Rec dept ($8 at the door)

Top two winners of EACH category can choose from large tableful of assorted gifts (some still in boxes.) All attendees will be entered into separate drawings to choose a gift from the table (except the contest winners).

• 50/50 drawing - $1 each or six tickets for $5

Come out and listen to music or dance the night away ... Ghouls just wanna have fun!

Check page B14 for the End of the Year Party info!

LADIES’ CLOTHING SALE FRI., OCT. 25TH, 10 AM - 3 PM @LEISURE WORLD , REC CENTER 2

OVER 9,000 RESORT ORIENTED LADIES FASHIONS & WATCHES. WATCH BATTERIES REPLACED FOR $3.50. CASH, CHECK, & ALL CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

NAME-BRAND CLOTHES AT 25%-75% OFF RETAIL!

Rec in Review

By Andi Box

On August 28, Scott Immel hosted another terrific trivia evening. There was the usual laughter and learning starting with the first round, where the only question no one answered correctly was about a group of wild donkeys in Arizona being known as a drove, herd, pace, or span. Everyone thought those terms referred to a group of javelinas.

The first round was one of the toughest in recent Leisure World trivia history, where 11 seemed to be the lucky number. The highest score was 11 correct out of 15 questions. However, in an unprecedented result, 11 out of the 12 groups had the same high score, so the tie breaker was certainly needed at

the end of the round. The winning team was Winers and Winners, receiving their third win ever. Not only did they receive their monetary winnings, but they were also the temporary recipients of the inaugural Trivia Trophy, which will now sit at each winners’ table for the next round until it is handed off to the proceeding winners.

A lively debate ensued in the second round when asked which has a larger population: Leisure World or the Pacific Island of Palau. Much clarification was needed. Was that including just the current year-round residents or all residents, even if they only live in Leisure World for six months? Was this pre- or post- World War II? Was it just residents, or residents and renters? After having all questions clarified, it turns out

World.

The Elite Eight won not only the second round, its winnings, and the temporary trophy, but they won the third round, too. When asked how they felt about their double win, Brenda Creighton jokingly said with a smile: “We feel like elitists!”

For those of you who have thought about trying your hand at trivia but were not sure what to expect, let’s ease your fears. Leisure World trivia consists of three rounds, and each round consists of 15 questions. Competing groups range from two to eight people per table and bring their own food and drinks and even table decorations.

questions from the August

1. On August 24, 2006, which planet got demoted to dwarf status? Pluto

2. Which sitcom says, “Penny moved across the hall from Leonard and Sheldon on September 24, 2007?” The Big Bang Theory

3. When it absolutely, positively has to be there overnight,” which company said it would deliver? Fed Ex

4. The draft of which speech that was given on August 28 was originally entitled “Normalcy - Never Again”? I Have a Dream speech by Martin Luther King Junior.

5. Bibliophobia is a fear of what? Books

Let the Ghoul Times Roll...

October 12 at Rec 2

in - 4:30 p.m.

Trivia

Palau has a larger population than Leisure

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trivia.

Fall Fine Arts & Crafts Fair & Books Sale

What a perfect time to get your Christmas shopping completed! Come browse the variety of crafts made by our very own talented residents. There will be ceramics, pottery, clothing, jewelry, woodcarvings, artworks, China painting, stained glass, and every other craft you can think of! The library will also have a book sale featuring hundreds of books. We will have a stand with hamburgers, hot dogs, and breakfast items for you to snack on!

Don’t miss this one-day only sale. Invite your friends from outside the community to spend the whole day checking out all the exhibits.

Resident crafters sign up in the Recreation Office.

Date: Sat., Nov. 16

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Center

Registration Deadline: Wed., Nov. 6

Pre-Season Kick-Off

Magician/Illusionist – Anthony Hernandez

The famous Anthony Hernandez is back from the beloved show he did at Leisure World’s fiftieth anniversary celebration back in 2023. Anthony the MAGIC is a magic and illusion team based in Los Angeles, CA. They are a “Top Five Best Performer” with IAAPA, the 2012 Press Enterprise “Reader’s Choice” for “Best Entertainer”, Hot List 2014/2015 Best Theatre Show, and we were the promotional magicians for the movie, “Oz the Great and Powerful.” With their amazing illusions and clean comedy, they will blow your mind! Catch the show, and you just might see him make a live bird appear out of thin air.

Date: Mon., Nov. 18

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Cost: $24-$30 depending on section choice.

Save the date!

Big Band Concert – Sun., Dec. 1

Community Garage Sale – Sat., Dec. 7

Mixed Chorus Concert – Fri., Dec. 13 and Sat., Dec. 14

Santa Parade – Mon., Dec. 23

Homecoming Week

Celebrating Leisure World and Welcoming Back our Neighbors!

Throwback Photo Wall

Send us your favorite pictures from high school dances/high school days, as we will be commemorating our residents at our Homecoming Dance with a Time Capsule Wall! Email a copy of your pictures to mshort@lwca.com or bring in a hard copy to the Rec. Office for us to scan, and we will showcase it at the Homecoming Dance!

Homecoming Kick-Off Parade

Join the parade or stand outside your house to watch all the fun come by! We will start off the parade featuring Leisure World departments followed by residents in golf carts, trailer floats, and exotic and classic cars! Sign up in the Rec. Office or email mshort@lwca.com to be part of the parade. Golf carts, trailer floats, exotic and classic cars welcome!

The parade will be starting at Rec. 2. Schedule of arrival times below: Golf Carts – 12:30 p.m. Trailer Floats/Cars – 12:45 p.m.

Date: Tues., Nov. 5

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Starting Place: Rec. 2

Deadline to Register: Mon., Nov. 4

RECREATION: Regular Events You Love!

Bingo 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.

L.W. Bingo is for Residents and their guests 18 years of age and older. Our bingo games are for recreational play and are not open to the public. The state does not allow alcohol to be present or consumed during our recreational Bingo games.

Community Happy Hour

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

Date: Fridays

Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Game starts at 7:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Trivia Night

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

Date: Wed., Oct. 9 & 23 | Nov. 6 & 20

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom Cost: $2 per person

Date: Oct. 4 & Nov. 1

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

Place: Rec. 1 Clubroom

Leisure World Monthly Market is back!

(formerly known as the Flea Market)

Take this opportunity to sell and buy used household items, handmade craft items, or residents may also sell commercial items. The Leisure World Monthly Market has it all, so come shop, or come sell! Recreation supplies tables for $5 each, and clothing racks for $1. Residents selling commercial items will be required to pay 10% of their sales back to Leisure World.

Date: Fri., Oct. 11 & Nov. 1

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

Cost: $5 per table | $1 per rack

Club Events

Grub and Groove

Grab your friends and neighbors and let’s keep the good times going! Join host Steve and Cathy Evangelesta as they provide great music and fun surprises. Bring potluck items of your choice to share. Enjoy listening to music and dance the night away with DJ Steve.

Date: Sat., Oct. 19

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

Cost: $6 in advance | $8 at door

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima

COMMUNITY DANCE PARTIES

Homecoming Decades Dance City Nights Band

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Date: Thurs., Nov. 7

Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Rooms

Cost: $8 in advance or $10 at the event

October 6 Aloha

October Sunday Movie Matinees

Free Sunday movies in the Theater 4 p.m. Refreshments provided. Due to the popularity of the movies, there will be no seat-saving All seats will be on a first-come basis only. Schedule may change due to Netflix movie availability.

(PG-13)

October 20 Woman in Gold (PG-13)

While on assignment in Oahu, Hawaii, military contractor Brian Gilcrest (Bradley Cooper) reconnects with his old flame Tracy Woodside (Rachel McAdams), now married to an Air Force recruit (John Krasinski). He also spends time with Allison Ng (Emma Stone), a hard-nosed fighter pilot who watches every move that he makes. As they travel throughout the lush terrain, Brian finds himself falling for his feisty guide, while his conversations with Tracy may provide a shocking revelation from their past.

October 13 The Union

Mike, a down-to-earth construction worker, is thrust into the world of super spies and secret agents when his high school sweetheart, Roxanne, recruits him on a high-stakes US intelligence mission.

Sixty years after fleeing Vienna, Maria Altmann (Helen Mirren), an elderly Jewish woman, attempts to reclaim family possessions that were seized by the Nazis. Among them is a famous portrait of Maria’s beloved Aunt Adele: Gustave Klimt’s “Portrait of Adele BlochBauer I.” With the help of young lawyer Randy Schoeberg (Ryan Reynolds), Maria embarks upon a lengthy legal battle to recover this painting and several others, but it will not be easy, for Austria considers them national treasures.

October 27

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (PG-13)

The Spengler family returns to the iconic New York City firehouse where the original Ghostbusters have taken ghostbusting to the next level. When the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must unite to protect their home and save the world from a second ice age.

When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) that needs a brain, a Tin Man (Jack Haley) missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr) who wants courage. The wizard asks the group to bring him the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton) to earn his help.

Date: Tues., Oct. 29

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Room

Some Like It Hot

Wicked

Winner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!” - The New York Time Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime. And what a trip it is! With its irresistible combination of heart and laughs, song and dance, SOME LIKE IT HOT won more theater awards than any show this season, and was named Best Musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle. No wonder Deadline calls it “a tap-dancing, razzle-dazzling embrace of everything you love about musical theater.”

Date: Wed., Feb. 12, 2025

Price: $125 per person

Deadline: Mon., Jan. 13

WICKED, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emeraldgreen skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.” From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz— transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story. “If every musical had the brains, heart and courage of WICKED, Broadway really would be a magical place” (Time Magazine).

Date: Tues., March 11, 2025

Price: $145 per person

Deadline: Mon., Feb. 3

A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago. For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

Date: Tues., May 27, 2025

Price: $130 per person

Deadline: Mon., April 28

Mamma Mia!

2024-2025 Hale Theatre Season

For 20 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!

*Please note that deadlines for shows listed below are 2 weeks before the show, please get your tickets accordingly.

On Sale Now at the Recreation Office and Online!

Holiday Inn

Get into the holiday spirit with Holiday Inn, the classic musical inspired by the beloved film starring Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire. Set at a charming inn that only opens on holidays, this heartwarming tale follows a singer who teams up with a talented dancer to put on spectacular shows for each festive occasion. Filled with toe-tapping Irving Berlin tunes, dazzling dance numbers, and timeless romance, Holiday Inn is a joyous celebration of love, friendship, and the magic of the holiday season.

Date: Wed., Nov. 6

Price: $45

Deadline: Wed., Oct. 23

A Christmas Carol

At the Hale Theater, A Christmas Carol continues its cherished tradition of enchanting audiences with the timeless tale of redemption and compassion. Join us once again as we bring to life Charles Dickens’ classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man whose heart is transformed by the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Filled with unforgettable characters, haunting melodies, and heartwarming moments, this beloved production is a holiday tradition that reminds us all of the power of love and redemption.

*Matinee Performance: 5:00 pm

Date: Wed., Dec. 4

Price: $45*

Deadline: Wed., Nov. 20

Cash On Delivery

Prepare for a hilariously chaotic ride with Cash on Delivery, a riotous comedy set in London, England guaranteed to have audiences in stitches from start to finish. Follow the misadventures of Eric Swan, a hapless protagonist whose scheme to claim fraudulent benefits spirals out of control in the most absurd ways imaginable. Packed with mistaken identities, outrageous disguises, and side-splitting situations, this uproarious comedy farce is a rollercoaster of laughter that will leave you doubled over with laughter.

Date: Thurs., Jan. 9

Price: $45

Deadline: Thurs., Dec. 26.

The Marvelous Wonderettes

Step back in time to the 1950s and 1960s with The Marvelous Wonderettes, a delightful musical featuring the talented vocal harmonies of four high school friends. Follow Cindy Lou, Missy, Betty Jean, and Suzy as they navigate love, friendship, and rivalries while performing beloved hits from the era. Filled with nostalgia, laughter, and toe-tapping tunes, this charming production is a joyful celebration of friendship and the power of music.

Date: Tues., Feb. 4

Price: $45

Deadline: Tues., Jan. 21

Anything Goes

Set sail on a hilarious and romantic adventure aboard the S.S. American with Anything Goes, the classic musical filled with mistaken identities, madcap antics, and toe-tapping tunes by Cole Porter. Join a colorful cast of characters as they navigate love, laughter, and intrigue on the high seas. Packed with unforgettable songs like “I Get a Kick Out of You” and “You’re the Top,” this timeless production promises an evening of pure entertainment and Broadway magic.

Date: Wed., March. 5

Price: $45

Deadline: Mon., Dec. 23

Camelot

Experience the timeless tale of Lerner & Loewe’s Camelot in a captivating production featuring a small cast of eight talented performers. Follow King Arthur, Queen Guinevere, and Lancelot as they navigate love, honor, and betrayal in the legendary kingdom. With its iconic score and enchanting story, Camelot explores themes of leadership and sacrifice against the backdrop of Arthurian legend.

Date: Wed., April 9

Price: $45

Deadline: Wed., March 26

The Scarlet Pimpernel

Enter the world of swashbuckling adventure and romance with The Scarlet Pimpernel, a captivating musical set during the French Revolution. Follow the daring exploits of Sir Percy Blakeney as he disguises himself to rescue French aristocrats from the guillotine. Filled with stirring melodies, thrilling action, and a tale of love and loyalty, this timeless production promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of heroism and sacrifice.

Date: Wed., May 21

Price: $45

Deadline: Wed., May 7

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Step into a world of pure imagination with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the beloved musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic tale. Join young Charlie Bucket as he embarks on a magical journey through Willy Wonka’s whimsical chocolate factory. Filled with enchanting music, fantastical sets, and larger-than-life characters, this delightful production promises a sweet treat for the whole family, sparking wonder and joy at every turn.

Date: Wed., July 9

Price: $45

Deadline: Wed., June 25

2024-2025 Performing Arts Series Announcement

Single Show Tickets will be available for sale on Oct. 1. Season passes are sold in 6-show packages or 8-show packages, including the two pre-season shows. Season passes allow you to see all of the amazing entertainment we provide from November-March for a discounted rate all season long. Depending on which section you choose will determine the price of your season passes:

8-Show Package:

Section One: $182 per person

Section Two: $168 per person

Section Three: $154 per person

Section Four: $140 per person

Nov. 18 – Magician/Illusionist –Anthony Hernandez

The famous Anthony Hernandez is back from the beloved show he did at Leisure World’s 50th anniversary celebration back in

2023. Anthony the MAGIC is a magic and illusion team based in Los Angeles, CA. They are a “Top Five Best Performer” with IAAPA, the 2012 Press Enterprise “Reader’s Choice” for “Best Entertainer”, Hot List 2014/2015 Best Theatre Show, and we were the promotional magicians for the movie, “Oz the Great and Powerful.” With their amazing illusions and clean comedy, they will blow your mind! Catch the show, and you just might see him make a live bird appear out of thin air.

Dec. 9 – Rockin’ Wonderland –Christmas Spectacular

The best way to celebrate the season is in the valley of the sun – with Brock Pro entertainment’s Rockin’ Wonderland. Enjoy hit songs, carols, and sing-a-longs like Mary Did You Know, O Holy Night, Happy Holidays/ Let Yourself Go, and more! Bring your festive attitude and enjoy the holiday season with the wonderful ensemble of singers with their beautiful outfits and a night full of cheer.

Jan. 13 – Elvis Presley’s Birthday Party – Dean Z Dean Z has dedicated his entire life to honoring the legacy of Elvis Presley. Z set off for Las Vegas at age 17, where he soon earned a spot with Legends in Concert. In 2013 Dean won the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, the only world-wide contest recognized

6-Show Package:

Section One: $156 per person

Section Two: $144 per person

Section Three: $132 per person

Section Four: $120 per person

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The best way to purchase your season tickets are through the lwca.com website, or calling the Rec. Office at 480-832-0000 ext. 209.

We thank all who supported our 2023-2024 season and can ensure next season will be even better! We can’t wait to share it with you.

Elvis Presley Enterprises, serving as an ambassador to Graceland and the estate and tens of thousands of new fans. Dean Z received the Heart of The King Award at the former Las Vegas Hilton, on the same stage, Elvis himself performed over 700 shows. He also had the pleasure of being a part of the national touring production Elvis Lives, a live musical highlighting Elvis’ career.

In 2017 Dean joined “The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour” based in the United Kingdom. To date, the tour has performed several sold-out shows across England and Scotland, including performances in the country’s most historic theaters like the Apollo, and major arenas like Manchester Arena and The Echo in Liverpool.

“I feel so honored to sing this great music. Making people happy when I’m on stage is so fulfilling, all because of Elvis. He stands the test of time, and as long as the world wants to hear his music, I’ll be ready to sing it.”

Jan. 27 – Toby Keith Tribute – Hollywood Yates

As we honor the passing of the great country singer Toby Keith, we look forward to getting as close to the real deal as we can get with Hollywood Yates. Get ready for a wild ride through the heart and soul of country music with TOBY, the ultimate tribute to the bad boy of country music, Toby Keith! This electrifying show is guaranteed to leave audiences on their feet, singing along to hit after hit of great country music, all brought to life by the one and only Hollywood Yates! The air pulsates with anticipation as Hollywood Yates takes center stage, belting out country music anthems

that have become the soundtrack to countless lives. Sing your heart out to timeless classics like “How Do You Like Me Now,” “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” and “I Love This Bar,” feeling every word resonates deep within your soul.

Feb. 10 – December 63’ – Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Tribute

The music of FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS comes to life in this one-of-a-kind concert experience. DECEMBER’63 showcases all your favorite songs from Frankie Valli including the classics that have been thrilling audiences for decade. This recreation of a Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons concert will have you reaching for the high notes as our cast and band take you on musical journey with stops at every phase of the careers of Frankie and the boys!

Feb. 24 – Chicago Experience –Chicago Tribute

You know them, you love them, and you’ve probably lived there: Chicago! 23 gold albums. 5 number one albums. 21 top-ten singles. 100+ million albums sold. Celebrate the music and majesty of the original “rock and roll band with horns”. Two vocalists blend seamlessly with amazing horn and rhythm sections to recreate the signature sound of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members. Khris Dodge Entertainment’s The Chicago Experience features “Saturday in the Park,” “If You Leave Me Now,” “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is,” and many, many more – it’ll be an evening of the greatest hits from the greatest band of all time.

March 10 – The K-Tel All-Stars The Totally 70’s Show Step back in time to the ultimate era of music, the 1970s, with this electrifying and immersive production that will have you reliving the magic of one of the greatest decades in musical history. The K-Tel All Stars are here to transport you to the past with their incredible multi-media production, featuring vintage video clips and a dynamic stage show that captures the essence of the 70s like never before. From disco beats to classic rock anthems, their setlist is a nostalgic journey through the numberone hits, one-hit wonders, and other unforgettable gems that defined the era.

March 24 – Gen Maldonado –Powerhouse Vocalist

The spotlight shines on Gen Maldonado as she commands the stage with her energetic and victorious performances. The New York soul singer leaves her audience overjoyed and full of life. Her vocal ability and drive, captivates audiences worldwide. She has performed in musical production shows and concerts all over New York City. She has also recorded original music and has been featured on several television and radio stations. She was chosen to perform at the World Famous APOLLO Theater in New York City and her vocal ability landed her a spot in the finals. You do not want to miss this, her voice will give you chills and bring tears to your eyes.

Trips and Tours

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

To reserve your spot, visit the community website, the Recreation Office or call 480-832-0000 ext. 209 to purchase your tickets.

KEY CODES: Kindred Tours (KT) ¤ Leisure World Recreation (LW) ¤ Premier World Discovery (PWD)

OCTOBER

Waitress at Phoenix Theatre (KT)

A Dash of Dreams, A Pinch of Heart — Baked to Perfection

Nestled in the heart of a small town, the familiar chime of a diner door signals the start of Jenna Hunterson’s dessert symphony. More than a waitress, Jenna is a culinary artist pouring her deepest hopes, fears, and desires into every handcrafted pie that emerges from her rolling pin. Trapped in a loveless marriage yet unexpectedly expecting, Jenna finds solace in the kitchen, her edible creations becoming the only true expression of her yearning for something more. When a local baking contest presents itself as a potential pathway to a new life, Jenna eagerly embraces the opportunity, supported by her faithful gal pals and a hint of new romance on the horizon. Featuring the infectious melodies and poignant lyrics of Grammy® winner Sara Bareilles, Waitress serves up a heartwarming tale that savors the simple yet profound magic of friendship, motherhood, and the empowering courage to pursue one’s dreams. We’ll also enjoy lunch, on self, at the Miracle Mile Deli, prior to the show. A Phoenix landmark since 1949, the 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, freshly baked pies, bread pudding, and so much more.

Date: Thurs., Oct. 17

Cost: $149 per person

Deadline: Thurs., Oct. 10

Fall Leaves in Oak Creek Canyon (KT)

Rated a Top 5 Most Scenic Drive by Rand McNally, the Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road is the most spectacular during the fall season! Our adventure begins in historic downtown Flagstaff, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self, with several wonderful restaurants to choose from. Back in the Transits we’ll travel south on Arizona 89A—a 14-mile stretch of highcountry switchbacks, with stops along the way at dramatic overlooks. And if that’s not enough, Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road turns onto the Red Rock Scenic Byway, Arizona’s first All-American Road. Often called “The Museum Without Walls,” the Red Rock Scenic Byway in Sedona, Arizona is

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visited by tourists from around the world. It cannot be overstated how fortunate we are that these two breathtaking scenic byways are just a hop-skip-and-a-jump away from the Valley, and ours to enjoy with every changing season! Do not miss this Kindred Tours Annual Trek!

Date: Sun., Oct. 20

Cost: $115 per person

Deadline: Mon., Oct. 14

The Chiricahuas (KT) A Wonderland of Rocks!

In the far southeastern corner of Arizona are the impressive Chiricahua Mountains, one of several sky island mountain ranges surrounded by expansive desert grasslands. The Chiricahua Mountains are an inactive volcanic range twenty miles wide and forty miles long. It forms part of the Mexican Highland section of the Basin and Range Biogeographical Province and rises up dramatically from the valley floor to over nine thousand feet, cresting in a series of uneven, volcanic looking peaks. At the northern end of the range is an extraordinary area of striking geological features and enormous biodiversity. Tucked deep into these steep, forested valleys and beneath the craggy peaks are the remains of violent geological activity that continued for many millions of years—the pinnacles, columns, spires and balanced rocks of Chiricahua National Monument. The Apache called this place “The Land of Standing-Up Rocks,” a fitting name for the canyons of extraordinary rock towers. Early pioneers in the late 1800s sensed the unique beauty and singularity of the rock formations in the area. The Ericksons and Riggs were instrumental in persuading Congress to protect this “Wonderland of Rocks,” so much so that in 1924 the Chiricahua National Monument was created. We’ll also stop for lunch at Tirrito Farm, before arriving at the Chiricahuas. A beautiful destination farmstead, Tirrito Farm sits in the heart of Arizona’s wine country, offering visitors an experience in agricultural tourism. Our delicious lunch choices include a crisp, farm-fresh chef salad, brick oven Neapolitan pizza, chicken Caesar wrap and the locally famous Tirrito cheeseburger, and it’s all included. This remarkable tour leaves a little earlier and arrives home a little later, but it is well worth it!

Date: Wed., Oct. 23

Cost: $152 per person

Deadline: Wed., Oct. 16

Sabino Canyon (KT)

Nestled at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, a range that forms the northern border of Tucson, Sabino Canyon is one of the most premier natural areas in Southern Arizona. A riparian corridor flanked by steep mountains cliffs, Sabino Canyon is a true desert oasis, with Sabino Creek flowing year-round. Emission free openair shuttles transport visitors comfortably on a one-hour journey through the beauty of the canyon. Go at your own pace and enjoy the day from the comfort of the shuttle or jump off and explore some of Sabino Canyon’s easily navigated trails. The Sabino Canyon Crawler allows visitors to hop on and hop off at nine separate stops along the route, as well as several restroom facilities. Prior to visiting the Canyon, we’ll enjoy lunch, included, at Tandem American Eatery, serving the most delicious burgers, sandwiches, pastas, and salads!

Date: Mon., Oct. 28

Cost: $157 per person

Deadline: Mon., Oct. 21

Halloween at the Haunted Gadsden Hotel (KT)

Day One: We’re traveling south to Tombstone—The Town Too Tough To Die—where we’ll enjoy lunch on self, with plenty of great restaurants to choose from. Later back in the Transits, we’ll head for Douglas, Arizona. Just a few miles north of the Mexican border, Douglas, a once remote ranching town is home to the infamous Gadsden Hotel. Built in 1902, then destroyed by fire, the Gadsden was rebuilt in 1929 in the Art Nouveau style, offering a magnificent Tiffany stained glass window overlooking the lobby, and a sweeping Italian marble staircase, up which Pancho Villa reportedly rode his horse. The hotel provided gracious hospitality to the growing business brought in by the mining industry and the settling of the Arizona Territory. The lobby of the Gadsden, “the living room,” hosted cattlemen, ranchers, copper mining executives and businessmen. For all the Gadsden’s rich history, the hotel also had a dark side— catering to gamblers, and notable lawless characters of the American West. Famously haunted, guests and staff members have reported paranormal encounters on every floor, with the third floor seemingly the epicenter. The basement of the Gadsden is beyond fascinating—a 7,000 square foot labyrinth of twenty rooms—which secretly housed bootleg whiskey tunnels, brothels and a notorious speakeasy. We’ll check

into our beautifully renovated rooms, and after a refresh we’ll enjoy a Welcome Dinner, served buffet-style with a glass of beer or wine, included. After dinner, we’ll explore the Gadsden, beginning on the third floor, winding our way down into the basement, with guides recounting the darker history that arose from the underbelly of the hotel. Afterwards we’ll wrap up the evening with a nightcap in the Saddle and Spur Tavern. First round’s on us, with an opportunity to purchase additional cocktails on self.

Day Two: A continental breakfast is included at the hotel. Later, back in the Transits, we’ll hit the road for the Slaughter Ranch. Civil War veteran, Texas Ranger, trail-driver, cattle-king, sheriff, Arizona state representative and professional gambler—John Slaughter, more than anyone else—brought law and order to the Arizona Territory. With his six-shooter, repeating shotgun and Henry rifle, he was admired by Wyatt Earp, Wild Bill Hickok, and Pat Garret, just to name a few. To visit Slaughter Ranch is to truly take a step back in time. Originally known as San Bernardino Ranch, the atmosphere seems untouched since John Slaughter’s time. We’ll enjoy the spectacular scenery and wildlife surrounding the old adobe ranch house, icehouse, wash house, granary, commissary and more. Slaughter Ranch offers a glimpse of what life was like when John Slaughter rode. Later we’ll travel to Bisbee, in Southern Arizona’s scenic Mule Mountains. Founded in 1880, Bisbee was one of the most cultured cities in the American West—the largest city between St. Louis and San Francisco. Downtown Bisbee still retains much of its cosmopolitan charm, but its mining camp roots are also fully on display. We’ll enjoy lunch, on self, in the rollicking Brewery Gulch district—once home to 50 saloons and several brothels. Today Brewery Gulch is home to interesting shops, galleries, antique stores and more. Later, back in the Transits, we’ll visit some of Bisbee’s most historic and significant sites before setting sail for home, a relaxing journey through the rolling grasslands of Southern Arizona, with plenty of great stops along the way. Join us for this Kindred Tours Classic!

Date: Thurs., Oct. 31-Fri., Nov. 1

Cost: $459 per person (double) | $521 (single)

Deadline: Check with Rec. Office for availability.

NOVEMBER

Pima Air & Space Museum (KT) November 4th, Monday………..…….$130

The concept for Pima Air & Space Museum began in 1966, during the celebration of the U.S. Air Force’s 25th anniversary. The commanders of the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, along with the Military Aircraft Storage and Disposition Center (MASD), recognized that the historic World War II and 1950’s era aircraft stored on the base were rapidly disappearing. It wasn’t just the metal that was going into the smelters, but also the aviation heritage of the country. The base officials began to set

Sabino Canyon. Photo Credit: Chic Bee

aside examples of many types of aircraft stored in MASD’s yards. These planes were placed along the base’s fence line so that the public could view them. So much has happened since 1966! Today Pima Air & Space is one of the world’s largest nongovernment funded aerospace museums, featuring a display of over 400 aircraft and 125,000 artifacts. We’ll enjoy a 1-hour narrated tram tour over 80 acres, learning about the highlights of the museum’s collection. We’ll also explore The Dorothy Finley Aerospace Gallery and The Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame. The Pima Air & Space Museum is home to Flight Grill, a beautiful quick-service restaurant with floor-toceiling windows that overlook the Navy and Air Force fighters. We’ll enjoy lunch on self at Flight Grill, where the menu features hand-pressed burgers, fresh salads and Sonoran cuisine, as well as daily specials. This fascinating tour should not be missed!

Verde Canyon Railroad (KT)

November 5th, Tuesday…………...….$224

The Verde Canyon Railroad offers us a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Verde Canyon from the comfort of a fully restored, slow-rolling vintage FP7 locomotive—one of only 10 remaining in North America. This four-hour excursion takes us on a 20-mile journey through 100 years of history. We’ll view ancient Sinagua Indian ruins in towering cliffs and travel sturdy trestles and bridges—a testament to the hard work of the men who built them over 100 years ago. We’ll roll through a 680 foot tunnel that was blasted out of solid rock—the tunnel enveloping passengers in total darkness before the train rolls back into the Arizona sunshine. The confluence of high desert and wetland in the Verde Canyon creates a remarkable habitat for wildlife and waterfowl. Rich with native flora & fauna, our slow rolling journey will be heartstopping early November, as fall color reaches its pinnacle. All seats are FIRST CLASS. We’ll enjoy spacious living roomstyle seating, near panoramic windows. Other amenities include a champagne toast upon boarding, full-service cash bars, table service and pre-packaged complimentary appetizers. We’ll arrive early to the depot and enjoy a light lunch prior to boarding the train. This tour is remarkable with every changing season. Don’t miss it!

The Rock Art Ranch (KT) November 7th, Thursday…………..…$155 Arizona’s most hidden treasure, the Rock Art Ranch, near Winslow, is a privatelyowned 5,000-acre cattle ranch that was once part of the Hashknife Gang Spread. More than a home to cattle and bison, archaeological records show that people have been passing through this area for over 13,000 years—hunting and gathering groups, semi nomadic and later sedentary farmers, and it is considered a sacred site by Native Americans. Chevelon Canyon, a narrow, deep and watered gorge, cuts through the ranch, and thousands of petroglyphs dated from 5000 BC to 1400 AD, etch the steep canyon walls. Visitors to the ranch can climb down into the canyon on a natural staircase that has been supplemented with a few manmade steps, but the canyon can also be experienced comfortably from an observation deck. The Rock Art Ranch also features an excavated Navajo sweat lodge and hogan, and a humble yet remarkable museum of ancient Native American, as well as cowboy artifacts that have been discovered on the property. Before exploring the ranch, we’ll enjoy lunch on self at the award-winning Turquoise Room

at La Posada Hotel—the last of the great railroad hotels. Considered to be the finest restaurant in the Four Corners Region, the Turquoise Room offers a fabulous and affordable lunch menu, reflecting the unique flavors of the Southwest. Here at Kindred Tours, we believe that a visit to the Rock Art Ranch is our very best one-day tour!

Tubac Fall Art Walk (KT)

November 8th,

Friday…………....…..$115

Nestled at the base of the Santa Rita Mountains in Southern Arizona, historic Tubac is a destination for the arts! We’ll spend an afternoon in Tubac enjoying a variety of demonstrations by local and visiting artists from across the country, complimenting the 100 shops, fine art galleries and working artist studios that line the streets of this charming village. Tubac is also home to plenty of great little restaurants, and we’ll enjoy lunch on self, at the restaurant of your choice. All trips to Tubac fill quickly!

Discover Catalina Island (KT) Day One: We’re on our way to Long Beach California, with a stop for lunch, on self, in Palm Springs. A foodie’s paradise, the downtown streets of Palm Springs are lined with charming cafes, so there is sure to be something for everyone. Late afternoon we’ll arrive in Long Beach and check into the Downtown Hilton Hotel, located just a few blocks from Pine Avenue, better known as “Restaurant Row.” After dark the Avenue comes alive with night spots featuring music and entertainment. We’ll stroll the charming sidewalks offering thousands of colorful, ever-changing LED lights, casting the street’s historic buildings in a warm glow. The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

Day Two: We’ll enjoy a delicious hot breakfast buffet, included, at the hotel. Late in the morning we’re off to the pier, where we’ll board a high-speed catamaran and cruise 22 miles to the picturesque town of Avalon, on Catalina Island. One of the four southernmost islands of California’s Channel Islands, Catalina Island is made up of two towns, the incorporated city of Avalon on the east end, and the unincorporated village of Two Harbors on the west end. The Island is just 22 miles long and 8 miles across. Outside of the two towns is a majestically beautiful and rugged wilderness, under the stewardship of the Catalina Island Conservancy. Catalina Island’s rich history and unique charms, as well as a mild subtropical climate, offering warm temperatures year-round, captures the hearts of visitors from around the world. Fall temperatures (September-November) run 65-70 degrees F. Most visitors get around the island by foot, bike or golf cart. Early afternoon we’ll arrive in Avalon, just in time for lunch, on self, with several wonderful restaurants to choose from.

After lunch we’ll explore this friendly and historic beachfront town before checking into the Pavilion Hotel, our headquarters, for the next two nights. With its relaxed atmosphere and resort-style amenities, the Pavilion offers an exceptional guest experience. The central courtyard, with swaying palms, tropical flowers and cozy fire ring, is a great spot to gather early in the evening for the daily wine and cheese reception. Dinner is on self, and the night is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

Day Three: Breakfast is on self this morning, with several restaurants to choose from, just outside your hotel room door. The day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Activities on Catalina Island are ala carte, affordable and super-exciting. Hop on a Hummer and explore Catalina’s pristine wilderness on an exciting land tour like Bison Expedition or Ridgetop Eco Adventure. Experience El Rancho Escondido, Philip Wrigley’s ranch. See dolphins, sea lions and other aquatic life in the crystalclear waters of Catalina’s world-renowned marine environment. Take an Undersea Sub Expedition, experience everyone’s favorite Glass Bottom Boat Voyage, or set out after dark on the Flying Fish Voyage. And this is just to name a few! We’ll see you again this evening for the daily wine and cheese reception around the fire ring.

Day Four: Breakfast is on self this morning at the restaurant of your choice. Early afternoon we’ll board the Express Ferry back to Long Beach, where we’ll board our own Transits and head for home, with a stop for early dinner on self, along the way. Discover Catalina Island is always remarkable, and we hope you’ll join us!

Date: Nov. 19-Nov. 22

Cost: $1,199 per person (double) | $1591 (single)

Deadline: Check with Rec. Office for availability.

Miracle on 34th Street at Phoenix Theatre (KT) November 23rd, Saturday……………$139

Turn Up Your Dial to the Classic Yuletide Tale presented in the intimate Judith Hardes Theatre. Amidst the flickering warmth of a winter hearth, a heartfelt musical resurrects the airwaves of 1947, transporting you through the static of time to this treasured holiday classic. At its center is Kris Kringle, a disarmingly whimsical gentleman whose claim to be the one and only Santa Claus sets off a series of events that challenge even the most cynical of minds. When the pragmatic Doris Walker, a Macy’s executive tasked with hiring the store’s annual Santa, crosses paths with the undeterrable Kringle, she finds her skepticism gradually melting away by his unshakable Christmas spirit and the palpable joy he brings to her young daughter Susan. But as Kris’ very identity

is put on trial, an extraordinary legal battle unfolds to prove the existence of that which we can only believe with the untarnished faith of a child. Masterfully composed with original songs, timeless carols, and the nostalgic art of a live radio broadcast, Miracle on 34th Street reminds us that the greatest gifts transcend the material, found within the boundless wonder of an open heart and mind. We’ll also enjoy lunch, on self, at the Miracle Mile Deli, prior to the show. A Phoenix landmark since 1949, the 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, freshly baked pies, bread pudding, and so much more.

Fall Foliage Finale at Boyce Thompson Arboretum (KT) November 25th,

Monday…………….$110

You can always predict how the fall foliage will move around the state of Arizona, with the final and most dramatic blast of color to be enjoyed at Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Home to a grove of 40-foot Chinese pistachio trees—famously ablaze in shades of red and burgundy by late November—the sight of this stand of trees alone is worth a fall pilgrimage. Founded in 1924 as a desert plant research facility and living museum, Boyce Thompson Arboretum is the oldest botanical garden west of the Mississippi. An easy main trail runs through the park, leading visitors to various exhibits and natural areas. Before visiting the Arboretum, we’ll enjoy lunch on self in historic Superior, Arizona, where we’ll have a few different restaurants to choose from and there is sure to be something for everyone.

Thanksgiving Matinee at Barleen’s Dinner Show (KT) November 28th

Thursday……….…...$139

We’re thrilled to announce our annual trek to the Barleen’s Dinner Show for the Thanksgiving Day matinee performance! We’ll arrive before noon to enjoy a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixin’s, topped off with a fat slice of chocolate cake. Lunch is included and a full bar serving specialty cocktails, wine and beer will be available and on self. After this fantastic meal, we’ll kick back for a variety of music, including country, rock & roll, blues, boogie woogie, big band and gospel. These are the songs you’ll know, brought to you by masterful musicians. Don’t wait to call in your reservations for a performance that always sells out months in advance!

The 40th Annual Bisbee Historic Home Tour (KT) November 29th, Friday……………….$135

More than a dozen historic homes and buildings will open their doors the weekend after Thanksgiving, offering visitors a rare glimpse behind the scene,

Photo Credit: Pima Air & Space Museum

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during the 40th Annual Bisbee Historic Home Tour. Located 90 miles southeast of Tucson and nestled among the Mule Mountains, Bisbee is the picturesque county seat of historic Cochise County. Founded in 1880, Bisbee quickly became a thriving urban center, driven by a mining boom. Today, Bisbee’s well-preserved early-twentieth-century downtown draws visitors from around the world, who appreciate its historic architecture, quirky spirit and year-round pleasant climate. Before arriving in Bisbee, we’ll grab a quick lunch, on self, in Tombstone, “The Town Too Tough To Die,” where the blood-soaked streets are lined with great little restaurants and there is sure to be something for everyone. We’ll be leaving a little earlier, and arriving home a little later, on this journey to Bisbee—a town with a well-earned reputation for knowing how to throw a party!

DECEMBER

Smoky Mountains & Pigeon Forge Holiday (KT)

December 8th-12th, 2024

$2749 (Based Upon Double Occupancy)

$680 (Single Supplement) Includes Roundtrip Airfare Phoenix

DAY 1: FLIGHT TO KNOXVILLE, TN Arrive in Knoxville, TN to meet your tour director and transfer to Pigeon Forge in the Great Smoky Mountains for a four-night, onehotel stay. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (D) Overnight: Pigeon Forge

DAY 2: ASHEVILLE - BILTMORE This morning, motorcoach east to Asheville, NC to visit the Biltmore Estate, a Gilded Age Châteauesque-style mansion built for George Washington Vanderbilt II between 1889 and 1895. America’s largest home boasts 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces, 70,000-gallon indoor pool, bowling alley, priceless art and antiques. The grounds also feature 75 acres of formal gardens and a winery. During the holiday season, the estate is decorated with over 50 Christmas trees, hundreds of wreaths, bows and poinsettias, as well as miles of evergreen garland and thousands of ornaments. In addition, there is a massive 35-foot Fraser Fir tree adorned with beautiful ornaments. Enjoy an included lunch during your visit of the estate. This afternoon, return to Pigeon Forge for an evening at your own pace. (B,L)

Overnight: Pigeon Forge

DAY 3: SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK - GATLINBURG - COUNTRY TONITE

THEATER Today, discover our nation’s most visited National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy picturesque, wide, verdant valleys ringed by tall peaks, the very picture of calm, rural beauty. The park is also renowned for the diversity of its plant and animal life, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian Mountain culture. Then visit the gateway city to the park, Gatlinburg. Enjoy a Moonshine Tasting and learn about this formerly hidden craft. Today, the locals celebrate their rich history and make genuine moonshine on Gatlinburg’s Parkway. Enjoy free time in Gatlinburg for some shopping and a bite to eat before returning to Pigeon Forge. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers before this evening’s entertainment. Experience the awardwinning Pigeon Forge Christmas Show at the Country Tonite Theater. The magic of the holiday season abounds as the talented renditions of Christmas favorites combined with beautiful choreography, brightly decorated holiday sets and colorful costumes bring the enchantment of the holidays to the stage. (B,D) Overnight: Pigeon Forge

DAY 4: TITANIC - DOLLYWOOD

This morning, discover the Titanic Museum, which is built at half-scale to the original ship, and contains over real 400 artifacts. Explore twenty dramatically lit galleries, experience 28-degree water, and sit in an actual size lifeboat. Then enjoy some free time to visit local shops and venues on your own. Later visit Dollywood for the Smoky Mountain Christmas experience. Dollywood is the area’s top-rated attraction and considered one of the best theme parks in the world. Memories are made when you take in a heartwarming holiday show or two, catch a ride on the Dollywood Express steam train, enjoy seasonal treats, festive food, and wander through the more than 5 million lights. The night ends with a seasonal fireworks spectacular sure to inspire.

(B) Overnight: Pigeon Forge

DAY 5: KNOXVILLE - HOME Today, fly home filled with wonderful memories of your Smoky Mountains & Pigeon Forge Holiday Tour. (B)

Premier World Discovery 2024 Gallivants- Let’s Travel!

About Premier World Discovery

Premier World Discovery is a global tour operator founded in 1999. Our company operates tours for senior groups, organizations, retirement communities and organizations across the United States. They strive to offer a first-class guided travel experience and quality customer service at

December 9, 2024-December 18, 2024 9 Days

Pricing will be determined by double or single occupancy and the room type. Contact the Rec. Office for more information.

Your tour starts with a hotel stay in beautiful Lucerne, Switzerland on lake Lucerne. Next enjoy the Swiss views as we travel by motor coach to historic Strasbourg, France where you will learn about this

great value.

Leisure World has been happy to partner with Premier World Discovery for the past year, and this new partnership has allowed many residents to travel stress-free, at a great value through our Recreation Office facilitating and vetting everything for you. If you have any questions regarding the trips below,

important European Capital and why it’s changed nationalities 7 times! The next 6-nights are spent floating the Rine & Moselle Rivers aboard the Amadeus Imperial which was launched in 2020 and is one of the finest ships operating on European Rivers. Your river cruise includes every meal while on board, ship WIFI and all the wine, beer, and soft drinks you’d like with dinner every evening. You’ll stop for visits in Speyer, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Cochem and Cologne. Not only will you take in the beauty and history of each of these unique German towns but you’ll also have time to explore Christmas Markets at every stop.

please contact Molly in the Rec. Office, or stop in for a detailed brochure.

All pricing for tour below includes Round-Trip Airfare from PHX Sky Harbor – but other arrangements from other gateways can be arranged as well.

November 4, 2024-November 13, 2024 9 Days

Pricing will be determined by double or single occupancy and the room type. Contact the Rec. Office for more information.

Travel to Porto, Portugal and embark on a 7-night cruise on the Douro River aboard the MS Amalia Rodrigues. Your ship features all outside cabins and a maximum of 128 guests. All meals and beverages

are included for the duration of your cruise including wine, soft drinks, and non-premium spirits. Your ship also features complimentary Wi-Fi for sharing pictures and staying connected. In Portugal you’ll enjoy tours in Porto, Vila Réal, Lamego and Guimarães. You’ll also enjoy a visit and city tour of Salamanca Spain, several opportunities for wine tasting and Flamenco & Fado entertainment. This trip also offers an opportunity to extend your journey with three nights in Portugal’s beautiful capital, Lisbon!

LEISURE WORLD AQUATIC &

ATHLETIC SPORTS CLUB

November Group Exercise Class Registrations Begins October 1st at 7:00 a.m., online, in-person or by phone.

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

Call

Monster 5K/1 Mile Walk -Saturday, October 26, 2024 Vitality Fair - Friday, November 8, 2024

*Contact Nancy Zielinski in Fitness to sign up 480-832-0000 ext: 213

Have fun while helping your neighbors!

MEET & EAT

October 22nd 12:30 -1:30 Pm Rec 1 Classroom

At Edward Jones, understanding your goals and partnering with you to achieve them is the best part of what we do. Financial education is an important piece of that partnership. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to our upcoming event, where you’ll learn about strategies to help you achieve your financial goals.

October Dates to Remember:

• National ADHD Awareness Month

• National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

• National Physical Therapy Month

• Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

• Spina Bifida Awareness Month

• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month

• Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 3-9)

• Malnutrition Awareness Week (October 4-8)

• World Cerebral Palsy Day (October 6)

• National Depression Screening Day (October 7)

• World Mental Health Day (October 10)

Machine Orientation

Machine Orientations started in September! Free for any resident. Don’t know where to start in the fitness center? Sign up for orientation! Our fitness specialists will help you feel more comfortable and efficient while using the equipment. Take time to observe the proper adjustments and use of machines. Join us at 2 p.m. in the fitness center.

CLEAR YOUR CALENDARS!

Active Aging Week

September 30- October 4, 2024

Active Aging Week celebrates older adults’ contributions and promotes healthy lifestyles through engaging wellness activities. Save the date as we celebrate OUR ACTIVE Leisure World Residents with complimentary classes and educational sessions capping off the week with a Country Line Lesson Dance Party! Each event attended earns a raffle ticket for prizes drawn at the conclusion of this special week of activities!

See full informational flyers on page B28 www.lwca.com or call 480-832-0000 ext.: 212 or 213

MONSTER RUN 5k 1 Mile Walk

October 26th

FLU & COVID VACCINATION EVENT (sponsored by Fry’s)

October 17th 8a.m.-3 p.m. Rec 1 Ballroom.

MOBILE MAMMO Simon Med Imaging

October 18th 7:00-4:00 pm (parking lot)

WILDFACE BOX

October 7th 9am-5pm (parking lot, trailer)

Sign up with the vendor.

V. JUV -October 10th 12-1pm

Theatre Room - Looking for inconsistence and pelvic floor treatment? Join V.Juv in a complimentary presentation about their non-invasive pelvic floor treatment for inconsistence and the insurances they accept! Free Event - Lunch Provided.

VITALITY FAIR - NOVEMBER 8TH

9am- 1pm / Recreation 1 Center

The fair is coming! Join Leisure World in the 2024 Vitality Fair and connect with over 70 exhibitors. Don’t miss your opportunity to engage with the valley’s finest health, wellness, and activity-based companies! Special promotions, services, and products will be available exclusively for Leisure World residents and their guests.

Proud sponsors: V.Juv

Fry’s

The Flower Shop

Optum

Banner Health

Evernorth Care Group

Healthcare Pilots

Soto Fitness Supervisor Nancy Binder Adjunct Class Instructor

Erica LeBaron Fitness Specialist

Cherie Dammen Fitness Administrative Assistant

L E I S U R E W O R L D A R I Z O N A

2024 VITALITY FAIR

H EA LTH • W ELLN ES S • FUN • R A FFLES

J o i n Le i s u r e W o r l d fo r t h e 2 0 2 4 V i t a l i t y Fa i r a n d c o n n e c t w i t h o v e r 7 0 + e x h i b i t o r s ! Do n ’ t m i s s y o u r o p p o r t u n i t y t o e n g a g e w i t h t h e v a l l e y ' s

fi n e s t h e a l t h , w e l l n e s s , a n d a c t i v i t y - b a s e d c o m p a n i e s ! S p e c i a l p r o m o t i o n s , s e r v i c e s , a n d p r o d u c t s w i l l b e a v a i l a b l e e x c l u s i v e l y fo r

Le i s u r e W o r l d r e s i d e n t s a n d t h e i r g u e s t s .

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October Group Exercise Schedule*

Happier

For Life Flex/S&F/ Renew 45 min LVL 1-2 STARTS OCTOBER 15

Mindful Movement: Chair Yoga

FLEX/S&F/Renew 30 min LVL 1-2

Tai Chi EZ

FLEX/S&F/Renew 45min LVL 1-4

Gentle Yoga Core & More FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min LVL 1-3

Dynamic Drumming

FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min LVL 1-2

Impressive Stretch

FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min. LVL 2

Functional Circuit

FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min LVL 4

Mindful Movement: Chair Yoga FLEX/S&F/Renew 30 min LVL 1-2

Tai Chi EZ FLEX/S&F/Renew 45min LVL 1-4

Gentle Yoga Core & More

FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min LVL 1-3

Dynamic Drumming

FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min LVL 1-2

Happier Spine

Impressive Stretch FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min. LVL 2

Functional Circuit FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min LVL 4

CLOGGING CLASS 11:45am2:45pm

Dynamic Drumming

FLEX/S&F/Renew 45 min LVL 1-2

October Class Descriptions

Aqua Fit M/W/F 12:00PM –12:45PM This class provides a water workout that includes cardio conditioning and muscle strengthening exercises using a variety of equipment with the water’s natural resistance. $5/class or $30/month OR T/TH 12:00PM-12:45PM $5/class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Balance For Life T/TH 1:45PM - 2:30 PM Who doesn’t want better balance? This class is designed to help you improve and maintain your balance, increase your confidence, and reduce fall risk. We’ll work on both front/back and lateral balance, strengthening your vestibular system, sensorineural network and spatial orientation! $5/class or $15/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew) CLASS STARTS OCTOBER 15.

Better Back, Happier Spine T/TH 12:45PM - 1:30 PM This low-impact class has a dual focus: strengthening the muscle groups which support your spine, and gently stretching those which your back needs to function. We’ll work on correcting some common causes of lower back pain with posture and exercises. As the experts say, “Move it or lose it,” So, let’s get moving! $5/class or $15/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew) CLASS STARTS OCTOBER 15

Clogging- Friday’s 11:45am-2:45pm Clogging is a truly American form of dancing, with steps taken from different cultures, and can be danced to a wide variety of music styles. It is good physical exercise as well as brain exercise! The focus is on learning the steps, and the steps are “called” so you can easily dance to different songs as you learn. You are welcome to learn at your own pace, and the class ranges from early beginner to intermediate plus and more. $5/class or $30/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Dynamic Drumming M/W/F 5:00 – 5:45 PM - This fun workout joins the dynamic movements of aerobic dance with the pulsating rhythms of the drum! Come drum and dance to music from 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s! This is a unique sensorimotor fitness class that is designed to give the mind and body instant feedback through continuous movement and rhythmical flow. $5/class or $30/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Fight Back Boxing M/W/ 11:45 12:15 PM – This non-contact 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 $5/ class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Forever Fit M/W/F 9:00 – 9:45 AM – 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. $5/class or $30/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Functional Circuit T/TH 4:00 - 4:45 PM – An interval type of physical training (cardio & strength) that involves high intensity exercise alternated with rest periods is highly effective in conditioning the cardiovascular system. Must be able to easily get up and down from the floor. $5/class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Gentle Yoga Core & More M/W 4pm-4:45pm- Technique that combines the flexibility of yoga and the strength of core exercises in one session, designed to improve mind and body health. This class can help with stress, osteoporosis, posture, circulation and more. Gentle Yoga Core and More combines balance, stamina, strength, and flexibility with Core techniques that improve posture, core strength, and stability. It is a gentle yet effective exercise format that can benefit anyone. $10/class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Hustle & Muscle M/W/F 10:00 – 10:45 AM. 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. $5/class or $30/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

HydroRider® Tuesday OR Thursday 12:30PM – 1:15 PM – 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. $10/class or $30/month (S&F and Renew) Rec. 2 Therapy Pool

Hydro Spin WEDNESDAY OR SATURDAY 12:30-1:15PM – Hydro Spin is a level 2 class that will be styled after a traditional spin bike class. The focus will be on aerobic and cardio foundations. Utilizing lower body and large muscle groups. $10/class or $15/month (S&F and Renew). Wednesday’s class starts October 16, Saturday’s class starts October 12.

Impressive Stretch T/TH 3:00PM –3:45 PM - Our 45-minute class will lengthen muscles, increase flexibility, and mobility. We will include static, dynamic, and ballistic stretch moves with bands, foam rollers, mats, and balls. Participants will need to be able to get up and down from the floor. $5/ class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Mat Pilates T/Th 10:00AM - 10:45 AM – This class is based on Joseph Pilates principles focusing on connecting breath and core activation. It’s designed to build core strength, abdominal endurance, and tone muscles. You must be able to get on and off the floor with or without chair assistance. $5/class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Monster Race 1 Mile Training- T/Th 7:00AM - 7:45 AM- FREE FOR THOSE SIGNED UP FOR THE RACE. Prepare for the Leisure World 5k Monster 1 Mile Walk on October 26, by walk/jog intervals to our 1mile goal. The class is designed to build endurance and strength by gradually increasing our distance each week. The class will meet at the sport court and will walk different routes.$5/class or $20/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

Morning Yoga with Nancy Knauth- M/W/F 8:00AM – 9:30 AM This class is a perfect class whether a beginner or advanced yogi. 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. $5/class No registration needed(FLEX, S&F, Renew) CLASS STARTS OCTOBER 7. Pay class fee to instructor.

Strength & Balance T/Th 11:00AM - 11:30 AM OR 11:45am-12:15pm- 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. $5/class or $20/month OR M/W/F 11:00 – 11:30 AM $5/class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

TaiChiEz M/W 3:00PM-3:45 PM- consists of TaiChi, Qigong, Meditation, Massage and Breath to decrease stress, promote relaxation; reduce anxiety & depression; improve balance & posture; boost the immune system; improve mental focus, concentration & memory; and more. Join us to experience the Vitality Series of 5 movements for overall health & well-being.$5/class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

TRU Strength M/W/F 6:00AM-6:45 AM 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. $5/class or $30/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

TRX Fundamentals T/Th 9:00AM - 9:45 PM – 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. $5/class or $25/month (FLEX, S&F, Renew)

TRX SPORT T/TH 8:00-8:45AM Enjoy a suspension training body-weight workout that develops strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. This TRX class will introduce progressions for the exercises learned in TRX Fundamentals. This class will also include TRX exercises on the floor. $5/class or $25/month, FLEX, S&F, Renew

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We’re so pleased with the turnout to our Blue Zones Seminar! We had over 60 people attend! It’s exciting to see so many like-minded people who are committed to putting their health first. If you missed out, we highly recommend watching the documentary, “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones”, on Netflix. Blue Zones are specific areas in the world where there are a higher-than-average number of residents living to 100. Researchers traveled to these areas to discover what they were doing differently to achieve such health and longevity and were able to reduce their findings into 9 categories. As we can all assume, nutrition plays a large role. We had a phenomenal guest speaker, Dana Jacko, who traveled down from Sedona to talk about all things nutrition. She was a treasure trove of information, and we hope to have her return for more lectures in the future. Thank you, again, to all of our participants!

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CLASS SPOTLIGHT Better Back, Happier Spine

This low-impact class has a dual focus: strengthening the muscle groups which support your spine, and gently stretching those which your back needs to function. We’ll work on correcting some common causes of lower back pain with posture and exercises. As the experts say “Move it or Lose it.” So, let’s get moving!

Class starts October 15th T/TH 12:45-1:30p.m. Rec 1 classroom.

Fall Fitness Challenges: Stay Active, Stay Motivated

Fall presents the perfect opportunity to reinvigorate your fitness routine. Whether you’re getting back on track after a summer break or looking for fresh ways to stay active, fall fitness challenges are a great way to keep yourself motivated and engaged with wellness goals.

Fall fitness challenges aren’t just about staying in shape—they’re a fantastic way to create team spirit, build camaraderie, and inspire healthier habits in and out of the workplace. Here are some creative and fun fall fitness challenge ideas to keep you moving this season:

Run or Walk a Fall 5K

Fall is a popular time for 5K races. Whether you’re running for charity or personal achievement, signing up for a 5K is a great goal to keep your fitness on track. Organize a team or individual challenge and offer incentives for completing the race.

Pick Your Way to Health

Instead of just focusing on exercise, make it a fruitful (literally!) challenge. Partner with a local u-pick fruit farm and encourage employees to pick fresh produce. Not only does this promote movement, but it also fosters healthy eating habits.

Rake Up Fitness Points

Turn yard work into a fitness challenge! Fall foliage is abundant, and raking leaves can be a full-body workout. Challenge employees to “rake up” fitness points by doing yard work, with the option to help others in need—adding a community service twist to the challenge.

(Pre) Walk Off the Holidays

The holiday season is notorious for indulgence, but you can get ahead of it with a walking challenge. Set up a walking program where employees track their steps each day to help maintain

their fitness and avoid the usual holiday weight gain.

Choose Your Own Adventure

Make fitness a team event by creating a “fitness fishbowl” challenge. Each week, have employees draw a different type of exercise from a jar, such as yoga, strength training, or walking. Keep it fun by mixing up the activities and alternating each week!

Turn-up Tournament Time

Who doesn’t love a bit of friendly competition? Organize a fall tournament with activities like volleyball, pingpong, or softball. It’s a great way to get everyone involved, and team sports can add a social aspect to staying active.

Hunt for Treasure

Get creative with fitness by incorporating a treasure hunt. Use a

smartphone app that tracks walking or running distances to locate “hidden treasures” around the office or local area. It’s a fun and innovative way to encourage employees to move more.

Launch During Lunch

Encourage employees to make the most of their lunch breaks by incorporating fitness into their downtime. Whether it’s a quick walk or a short workout, logging lunchtime exercise can motivate healthier habits throughout the workday.

Pace for a Pedometer Race

A pedometer challenge is a tried-andtrue method to motivate employees to move. Set up a race to see who can rack up the most steps over a given period. Whether they’re walking or running, the friendly competition will have everyone on their feet.

Hike and Bike

If your workplace is near a biking or hiking trail, take advantage of the beautiful fall weather. Organize a morning, lunch, or after-work hike or bike challenge, and let employees soak in the crisp air and stunning views while getting a workout.

These fall fitness challenges offer a mix of creativity, competition, and community spirit, making them the perfect way to stay motivated and active. Whether you’re raking leaves, hiking trails, or running a 5K, fall is the ideal season to embrace healthy habits and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors.

Ready to get started?

Implement one (or more) of these fun challenges in your workplace, or adapt them to fit your personal fitness goals. Stay active and make the most of this invigorating time of year!

The US Department of Energy is mandating a change, by the end of 2024, that will greatly impact the price of new air conditioning and heating systems. Beginning January 1st, 2025, and to be compliant with these new regulatory measures, all manufacturers will be required to transition to systems that use new A2L refrigerants. This includes, but is not limited to, Lennox, Trane, Carrier, Goodman, Rheem and Bosch manufacturers.

Author: Kate Hodgkins sourced from Central Michigan University News

October is National Audiology Awareness Month and the Carls Center for Clinical Care and Education, and the American Academy of Audiology are urging the public to be aware of the importance of good hearing health.

“It’s important to get your hearing checked by an audiologist, and we’re happy to be a resource for you,” said Dr. Nicole Ferguson, Director of Clinical Instruction and Audiology Services in the Carls Center. “Hearing is one of the most important aspects of our health. It connects us to people, keeps us vital in the workplace and as we age, and when left untreated is associated with other health issues.”

The National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders states that approximately 28.8 million Americans could benefit from the use of hearing aids. While age is often cited as a factor, there are growing numbers of younger people reporting hearing difficulties. A study published by the Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care cited 11 risk factors for dementia including hearing impairment in mid-life. The report also stated that dementia typically starts many years before it is recognized. Untreated hearing loss can impact the brain and cognitive health. There is also a link between untreated hearing loss and falls. According to a study conducted

by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, an increase in hearing loss in an individual, for instance going from normal hearing to untreated mild hearing loss, is associated with a 3-fold increase in fall risk.

One of the factors in maintaining healthy hearing is being conscious of the degree and amount of loud sound exposure. Many hearing losses are caused by damage to the tiny sensory receptors, or hair cells, in the inner ear. The damage can be caused by too much noise, and it is permanent; however, steps can be taken to prevent this damage because sound-induced hearing loss is 100% preventable.

The simplest way to protect your hearing if you can’t avoid loud sounds is to wear hearing protection. An audiologist can help to identify the right hearing protection including custom hearing protection that can provide a comfortable fit and good sound quality.

The American Academy of Audiology states that lengthy or repeated exposure to noise above 85 decibels, can damage hearing. To put that into perspective, noise from fireworks can reach up to 155 decibels. A jet plane taking off is estimated to be 150 decibels. Shooting a gun is around 140-175 decibels (depending on the gun). An amplified music concert and an MP3 player with the volume turned all the way up can be as high (or higher) as 120 decibels. Movie action scenes in the theater have been known to reach 100 decibels. Outdoor sounds can pose a risk too. Lawn mowers

are around 85 decibels and chain saws can be 115-120 decibels. Compare these with a normal conversation that is around 60-65 decibels. The four main ways to protect your hearing are:

E – earplugs

A – avoid loud sounds

R – reduce the level of sounds

S – shorten time in loud environments

“There is no doubt people are concerned about their health. Often, though, they don’t think about the importance of hearing health,” said Kate Hodgkins, Director of Clinical Services in the Carls Center. “An audiologist educates patients about safe versus unsafe levels

for listening. They utilize tools and share resources that empower patients to protect their hearing. Additionally, they perform hearing evaluations and facilitate rehabilitation efforts for hearing loss, tinnitus, and certain balance problems.” “Anyone suspecting that his or her hearing has diminished or is unsure, should see an audiologist and get tested as soon as possible,” Dr. Ferguson recommended. “Changes to hearing tend to happen gradually; by the time hearing loss is noticed, it may have been progressing for a while. Improving hearing improves quality of life. Our ears are too important to put off taking care of them.

CLASS SPOTLIGHT Balance for Life

“Who doesn't want better balance? This class is designed to help you improve and maintain your balance, increase your confidence, and reduce fall risk. We'll work on both front/back and lateral balance, strengthening your vestibular system, sensorineural network and spatial orientation!”

Class starts October 15th T/TH 1:45-2:30p.m. Rec 1 classroom.

Kim Loffler

I am a senior who has loved movement and exercise my entire life. As a youngster I was guided towards competitive sports as my parents and teachers insisted it was a positive way to channel energy. As a result, through years of hard work, I became a multi-sport athlete at a national and international level. Then, following my competitive years, I channeled my energy into raising 4 amazing children (with husband Jeff) and coaching at the club, middle school, high school and college level in Canada, the US and Australia. Needless to say, exercise and movement has simply been an ongoing, integral part of who I am.

sport. I now spend 6 days a week on court and in the gym and feel blessed every day. My involvement in our dynamic tennis club includes being co-director of the Veteran Classic Tournament and Celebration, an 8 day tennis tournament and Remembrance Day event (Nov.9-

When purchasing a home in Leisure World I knew the amenities would help me continue to follow my love of 'movement'. The facilities in Leisure World are second to none and I appreciate the extensive variety of classes offered through the gym as well as the personal training sessions with the on-site staff (Nancy and JP) who are incredibly personable, positive and professional! The massage services provided by Rita and Brett are also critical for maintaining health, balance and wellbeing. What an amazing facility!

A few years ago I learned of the free tennis lessons at the tennis complex and after attending, I fell in love with the

Veteran Emergency Transition Services (VETS.org) and Vetdrenaline Racing and there will be a LW Veteran Meet and Greet on Nov.8th (veterans can register at lwtcveteransclassic.com). This week-long event has all been made possible through co-director Julie Post (former director Joe Vitetta) and the collective energy and dedication of our tennis club members.

Leisure World has now been put on the 'Veteran philanthropy map' and it is an honor to be part of a club that dedicates its efforts and energy to recognize and support our MILITARY HEROES, past and present.

We would like to thank the Recreation and Communication Depts for their ongoing dedication and support for our event that is driven by 15 committees, countless hours and the sweat and toil of over 200 volunteers.

Respectfully, Kim Loffler

Low-Impact Yoga and Exercise Found to Help Older Women Manage Urinary Incontinence

By Erin Digitale

Stanford Medicine researchers and their colleagues have found that lowimpact yoga helps older women with incontinence.

Older women struggling with urinary incontinence can benefit from regular, low-impact exercise, with yoga as well as stretching and strengthening showing benefits in a new study published Aug. 27 in Annals of Internal Medicine.

The research, led by scientists at Stanford Medicine and the University of California, San Francisco, is part of a larger effort to identify low-risk, low-cost ways to treat one of the most common health problems women face as they age.

After 12 weeks of a low-impact yoga program, study participants had about 65% fewer episodes of incontinence.

Women in a control group doing stretching and strengthening exercises experienced a similar benefit over the same time.

“Our study was testing the kind of yoga that just about anyone can do, with modifications for different physical abilities,” said the study’s senior author, Leslee Subak, MD, chair of obstetrics and gynecology at Stanford Medicine.

“What I love about it is that it’s safe, inexpensive, doesn’t require a doctor and accessible wherever you live.”

Urinary incontinence, which affects more than half of middle-aged women and up to 80% of 80-year-olds, can lead to a variety of other problems, from social isolation to bone fractures caused by falls. But there is help.

“Part of the problem is that incontinence is stigmatized; we don’t talk about it,” said Subak, the Katharine Dexter

McCormick and Stanley McCormick Memorial Professor III. “Or we hear folklore about this being normal when you get older. In fact, it’s very common but it’s not inevitable, and we have very effective ways of treating it.”

At the beginning of the study, the participants had an average of 3.4 episodes of urinary incontinence per day, including 1.9 urgency-type episodes and 1.4 stress-type episodes.

By the end of the 12-week programs, participants in the yoga group were experiencing 2.3 fewer episodes of incontinence per day, on average. Those in the physical conditioning group were experiencing 1.9 fewer episodes per day.

“I’m impressed that exercise did so well and impressed that yoga did so well,” Subak said. “One of the take-home messages from this study is ‘Be active!’”

What is Considered a Healthy Body Fat Percentage as You Age?

By Howard E. LeWine, MD, Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing

QI had a body fat measurement done at my gym. The reading was 17% body fat. I am 62, and aside from high blood pressure, I consider myself healthy. Is that a good reading? What is the best way to measure body fat?

AThere is no agreed-upon normal range for body fat, just as there is no ideal body weight. According to the World Health Organization, men ages 40 to 59 should aim for 11% to 21% body fat, while for men ages 60 to 79, the range is 13% to 24%. However, the “right” weight and fat percent for an individual depend upon multiple factors, such as the following:

General health. A very low percentage of body fat and low body weight in someone not exercising regularly can indicate a medical problem.

Distribution of body fat. Even if your weight is close to the normal range, a large waist size may mean you have an unhealthy amount of belly fat (visceral fat). Higher amounts of belly fat increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Metabolism. How an individual’s body handles excess calories significantly affects

whether those calories get deposited in fat or turn into energy used for physical activity and body heat.

Amount, type, and intensity of physical activity. You not only burn calories during exercise but also continue to burn calories afterward as muscles replenish their energy stores. Also, doing regular strength training can add a bit of muscle weight that is healthy.

Rather than relying on just one measurement to assess your body

composition, I suggest using one or both of these measurements: Waist size. There is no consensus on normal for this measurement either. Generally, men should strive for a waist size of no more than 36 inches. For men under six feet tall, I like to use a ratio of waist size to height: waist size should be less than one-half of your height. Ratio of waist size to hip size. This is another way to evaluate waist size. Use a measuring tape to find your waist size just above your belly button. Then measure the size of your hips around the widest part of your buttocks. Divide the waist size by the hip size. The goal waistto-hip ratio for men is no more than 0.9. Both numerical waist size and waist-tohip ratio offer a window into whether you are carrying too much dangerous visceral fat.

K2 presumptives:

Too late for too many

By Freddy Groves

Sixteen thousand veterans who served at K2 are now eligible for expanded Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. This will be welcome (and overdue) news for many.

K2, also known as Karshi-Khanabad and Camp Stronghold Freedom, was an Uzbekistan airbase used from 2001 to 2005 during Operation Enduring Freedom after the Sept. 11 attacks.

The VA is now making Gulf War illnesses a presumptive in those who served at K2, recognizing that those who served there were exposed to “several contaminants of concern” and ensuring that exposures to those toxins are taken into account for K2 veteran claims -- all good steps forward.

But it wasn’t always so. A 2015 study detailed all the multiple types of cancer among those who’d served at K2. The VA rejected the information and claimed there was no high rate of cancer even though there had been many documented cases.

A 2020 congressional study, however, opened up some previously classified documents that showed the toxins and hazards were very real and so were the health consequences:

Kerosene, jet fuel, contaminated soils that could “cause adverse health effects,” particulate matter, uranium, elevated levels of tetrachloroethylene, burn pits, jet fuel plumes, radiation exposure, asbestos in the soil and more.

One of the veterans who testified before the committee said that they’d constantly been told there was no risk from the toxic exposures. Further, any high environmental readings were blamed on faulty test equipment.

A Deployment Health Clinical Center (now the Psychological Health Center of Excellence) advice sheet instructed medical staff to “listen actively” when returning service members expressed concerns about exposure to toxins at K2. “It often helps rapport if you thank them” for their service, it says. But meanwhile, yeah, they tried to abate radiation in the soil with more soil dumped on top, and you walked around in glowing green water and breathed in jet fuel fumes. But hey, the protective measures were effective, and would you like a mental health consultation?

If you’re an ill K2 veteran or a surviving family member, call the VA. Don’t wait until they call you.

(c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Army troops follow an airman at Karshi-Khanbad Air Base United States Air Force, photo by Tech. Sgt. Scott T. Sturkol. Courtesy of www.publichealth.va.gov

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How to Recognize Normal Versus High Blood Pressure

DR. ROACH: I have been confused about what normal blood pressure is for me (or anyone). I know there is some debate on what normal is today, but let us say that normal is 120/80 mm Hg. Does this mean that 110/90 mm Hg, 130/70 mm Hg, or 150/50 mm Hg is also normal? Is there any significance of the ratio between systolic and diastolic blood pressure? -- L.P.

ANSWER: Because so many people have high blood pressure, and the consequences of untreated or poorly treated high blood pressure include a risk for heart attacks and strokes, it’s critically important to understand this thoroughly.

For middle-aged and older people, we define blood pressure as normal when the systolic (first or top number) pressure is less than 120 mm Hg and the diastolic (the second or bottom number) is less than 80 mm Hg. Elevated blood pressure is when the systolic pressure is between 120-129 mm Hg and the diastolic pressure is less than 80 mm Hg. It’s considered hypertension when the systolic number is 130 mm Hg or greater, or the diastolic number is 80 mm Hg or greater.

So, all of the readings you proposed are hypertension -- not just elevated blood pressure.

Of course, the higher the reading (in general), the higher the risk of damage to the blood vessels and, after some years, the higher the risk of heart attacks or strokes. It’s not the ratio of the systolic and diastolic numbers that is of interest; it’s the difference between them (also called the pulse pressure). So, with the numbers you gave, the pulse pressures are 20, 60 and 100 mm Hg. Independent of blood pressure levels, a higher pulse pressure confers additional risk to the person, mostly because very stiff blood vessels cause a high pulse pressure. Different types of blood pressure medicines affect pulse pressure differently.

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DR. ROACH: Is a platelet count of 135,000 low or in the normal range for a 76-year-old male in good health, with no signs of abnormal bruising or bleeding? -- P.R.

ANSWER: The normal range for a platelet count is 150,000-450,000 per microliter, so 135,000 is just below the lower limit of normal. However, it’s quite rare to have abnormal bleeding with a platelet count like this, even under stress like a surgical procedure.

About 2.5% of the healthy population will have a platelet count below 150,000, so a level of 135,000 may not represent any disease at all. Typically, the risk of spontaneous major bleeding becomes high when platelet levels drop below 30,000.

The most common cause of low platelets in older adults is an immunemediated condition called “immune thrombocytopenia,” but there are many possible causes, including medications, bone marrow diseases, and liver disease. For a 76-year-old, if repeat blood counts show that the platelet count is stable in the 100,000 range, most experts would not do further testing in absence of any symptoms.

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DR. ROACH: I am an 81-year-old female who has been on Xarelto for years due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT). I also have an inferior vena cava (IVC) filter. I read that low-dose aspirin (325 mg) is just as effective in preventing clots in the legs as Xarelto, which is very expensive. My doctor advises against changing to aspirin, but won’t give me an explanation as to why.

I switched anyway, and the redness in my foot disappeared. After one month of taking 325 mg of coated aspirin daily, I have no symptoms and actually feel better. What are your thoughts? -- A.B.

ANSWER:

Although aspirin is better than nothing, it has been proven to be less effective than Xarelto and similar medicines in people who are at risk for blood clots. In a yearlong trial comparing the two, recurrences of DVT (a blood clot in the deep veins of the leg) occurred in just over 1% of people taking Xarelto and in 4.4% of people taking aspirin. (This study used low-dose aspirin -- 100 mg -rather than the full-dose of 325 mg that you are taking.) The risk of bleeding was about the same among the aspirin group and the Xarelto group.

Aspirin is an anti-inflammatory, which may be why the redness in your foot disappeared. I doubt it had anything to do with a blood clot.

For people at a high risk, I recommend against changing from a more-effective medicine like Xarelto to aspirin. In your case, you are protected against a blood clot in the lung by your filter, which is designed to catch any clot before it can get to the lung.

Given the serious nature of a blood clot, I can’t recommend disregarding your doctor’s advice, although you deserve a thorough explanation from your doctor. If the main issue for your wanting to change medications is the expense, you might ask your doctor if there are less-expensive alternatives that would still be as effective as Xarelto. The manufacturer also offers a program to help with expenses.

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DR. ROACH: I am a 67-year-old woman in good health. I have been taking omeprazole for at least 10 years, and it was originally prescribed to help chronic cough. With all the talk of an increased dementia risk from this medication, what is the safest way to wean off of it? -- C.H.

ANSWER: There is some evidence that proton-pump inhibitors like omeprazole increase dementia risk. But the evidence isn’t strong, and there are studies that haven’t shown a risk. Still, omeprazole and similar drugs do have the potential for long-term side effects, and it is always worth a periodic trial off of the medicine to see whether it is still needed.

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DR. ROACH: I’m an 85-year-old man. I’m in good health, and I exercise and swim at the gym for 3 hours every other day. I am not overweight, and the only prescription I have is a nose spray. I do have mild idiopathic neuropathy, but I’m still quite agile and mobile. I have a hernia in my lower abdomen. I had one just like it on the right side that was repaired 35 years ago.

My family doctor seems to think that having surgery at my age could be riskier than living with the hernia. The pain isn’t terrible, but it is frequently uncomfortable. Should I consider surgery? -- C.E.K.

ANSWER: You should consider it to the point where you consult a surgeon. The operative risk is relatively small, and despite your age, it sounds like you are in good shape. However, after consulting with a surgeon, you may decide against surgery. The most important factor is how much the pain from the hernia bothers you. In general, we recommend surgical repair for symptomatic hernias, as the pain tends to gradually increase over years.

No surgery comes without a risk, and your family doctor is right that it is riskier to have the surgery than it would be to live with the pain. But the risk is not enormous, so if the pain is to the point where the hernia is bothering you a lot, it is certainly worth discussing the risks and benefits of surgery with an expert surgeon.

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DR. ROACH: I saw a post somewhere saying that we should throw away all vitamins or supplements with magnesium stearate, titanium dioxide or microcrystalline cellulose. This means I would need to discard vitamins, antacids, and even my glucose tabs that I occasionally need for reactive hypoglycemia. Do you have any guidance on this? -- L.D.

ANSWER: Magnesium stearate is commonly used in food, cosmetics and medicines. It is generally regarded as safe at doses below 175 grams for an averagesized adult. A typical supplement might contain as much as 20 mg. It would take well over 8,000 doses at once for a person to reach a dangerous level.

Titanium dioxide is used as a food coloring, in sunscreen, and in medications like styptic pencils. It has long been considered safe in the United States and Canada. But its status in Europe has recently been changed, so it is no longer recommended as a food additive.

Microcrystalline cellulose is simply an indigestible fiber source made from wood pulp. It is not absorbed. It is used in many foods and as a filler in tablets and capsules. You can also buy it as a supplement or use it as a thickener in cooking.

I don’t have any concerns with magnesium stearate or microcrystalline cellulose at the kinds of doses used in pharmaceuticals and supplements. I also don’t have any concern with food-grade titanium dioxide as a coloring agent in food or supplements.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.

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16th, 23r

or 30th

By: Dan Yoder Head Golf Professional

GOLF DEPARTMENT

The Importance of Getting Fitted for Golf Clubs

Golf is a sport that demands precision, control, and consistency, and much of this is influenced by the quality and suitability of your equipment. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, having golf clubs that fit your unique swing and body measurements can make a significant difference in your performance. Yet, many golfers overlook the importance of custom fitting and end up using clubs that are ill-suited for their game. Getting fitted for golf clubs is not only important but also accessible, with several local options to choose from.

Why a Custom Club Fitting Matters

1. Personalized Fit

Every golfer is unique in terms of height, arm length, swing speed, and playing style. Off-the-shelf clubs are built to standard specifications, which may not align with your individual needs. A custom club fitting ensures that your clubs match your body’s measurements and swing mechanics, maximizing your potential for consistency and power.

2. Improved Performance

Custom-fitted clubs allow you to optimize your performance on the course. A professional fitter will analyze key factors such as your grip, swing speed, and ball flight to tailor your clubs in a way that enhances control, accuracy, and distance. Even small adjustments in shaft length, clubface angle, or grip size can significantly affect your shots. A set of clubs that is precisely fitted to you minimizes common issues like slices, hooks, and mishits.

3. Enhanced Comfort and Confidence

When your clubs are correctly fitted, you can swing more naturally, without needing to adjust your posture or grip unnaturally. This not only reduces strain on your body but also helps boost your confidence. Knowing that your clubs are perfectly suited to your swing can lead to better focus on the course and a more enjoyable overall experience.

4. Long-Term Savings

Although custom club fittings may seem like an additional cost upfront,

2024 Overseeding Schedule

Coyote Run

Prep work will begin on Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27. Nine holes will be open each day. The golf course will close Saturday, September 28 and will open on Monday, October 21.

Heron Lakes

Prep work will begin on Thursday, October 10 and Friday, October 11. Nine holes will be open each day. The golf course will close Saturday, October 12 and will open on Monday, November 4.

they can save you money in the long run. When you have a set of clubs that truly fits your game, you’ll likely experience less wear and tear and won’t feel the need to upgrade or replace them as frequently. Additionally, your performance improvements could reduce the cost of lessons or corrective strategies down the road.

Where to Get Fitted in the Mesa area

The valley offers several top-tier options for golfers looking to get properly fitted for clubs:

PGA Tour Superstore – Gilbert. Located just minutes from Leisure World, the PGA Tour Superstore in Gilbert offers comprehensive club fitting services. They provide expert fitters who use state-of-the-art technology, including launch monitors and motion sensors, to analyze your swing and recommend the ideal specifications for your clubs. You can schedule an appointment with their fitting team to ensure you get personalized recommendations for your next set of clubs. Golf Galaxy – Chandler. Another excellent option near Mesa is Golf Galaxy in Chandler. This retailer offers certified fitters who are trained to evaluate every aspect of your swing. Using high-tech analysis tools, they can determine the perfect shaft flex, length, lie angle, and grip size for your swing style. Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a single club or get fitted for an entire set, Golf Galaxy has fitting services that

cater to every level of golfer. Kierland Golf Club – Scottsdale. For those who prefer Ping products, Ping will fit you to their latest equipment with a scheduled appointment. With the guidance of experienced teaching pros, you can get fitted for new clubs while practicing at their driving range. This facility provides a more hands-on experience, allowing you to test out clubs on-site and receive feedback from professional instructors.

Final Thoughts

Golf is a game where small changes can make a big difference, and getting properly fitted for your clubs is one of the most impactful adjustments you can make. Not only will you improve your performance on the course, but you’ll also enjoy the game more when you’re using equipment that truly fits your needs. For those living in Mesa, Arizona and the surrounding area, there are several excellent locations nearby that offer professional club fitting services to help you get the most out of your game. Whether you’re visiting PGA Tour Superstore, Golf Galaxy, or a local golf course, investing in a custom club fitting is a wise decision for any golfer looking to elevate their skills.

The best part is you can get fitted for free at one of the venues listed above then bring your specs to Coyote Run Golf Shop and order your custom-fitted clubs from us at discounted prices!

Shane Romesburg Golf Operations Manager Dan Yoder Head Golf Pro

LADIES CORNER Labor Day Tournament Results

By: Lisa Cornelius

Assistant Golf Professional, Heron Lakes

Our Labor Day and last tournament of the summer season was a big hit! We had 15 teams competing, which for Labor Day, is a good turn out! A big thank you to all the participants for your support of Heron Lakes and the golf tournament!

We had two Winning Divisions, Gross and Net. Results as follow: Par 62

T-1st Low Gross: @56

John Griffin John Corr

Barry Tocheri Scott Donnell

Jose Cardenas Lynsey Duncan

Leanne Cardenas Trent Pickron

3rd Low Gross: @58

Slavko Pavlovic

Brandon Pavlovic

Chris Pavlovic

Aiden Pavlovic

1st Low Net: @34.5

2nd Net: @35.25

Scott Redman Paul Leon

Ann Redman Angie Leon

JD McGee Rob Elder

Yvonne McGee Kim Elder

3rd Low Net: @38.5

Robin Mann

Rich Mann

Paul Maccioli

Thelma Maccioli

Closest to the Pin

Women #5: Xenia Johnston

Men #16: Brandon Pavlovik

Long Drive #9

Women: Lisa Wilkins

Men: Slavko Pavlovic

Closest to the Line #4

Women: Lisa Wilkins

Men: John Corr

We are excited to see a lot of members and residents coming back and, as always, we are looking forward to another great season at Heron Lakes and Coyote Run!

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Submitted by: Joe Vitetta AUGUST League Play Results

The summer is winding down, and soon our Northern friends will be back playing. Here are the results for AUGUST 2024.

August 5, 2024 (Total Team Net)

1st Place – Bill Funke, Jim Gardin, John Mullen and Sam Yanes (BD)

August 12, 2024 (1 Net Odd and 2 Net Even)

1st Place – John Fleming, Virgil Knapke, John Mullen and Larry Ziehm

August 19, 2024 (Scramble)

1st Place – John Fleming, Jim Nell and Tim Bauer

2nd Place – Virgil Knapke, John Mullen and Don Steffan

August 26, 2024 (Scramble)

1st Place – Bill Funke, John Mullen and Tim Bauer

On the Move Leisure

CLUBS | GROUPS | PUZZLES | GAMES | SERVICE DIRECTORY & CLASSIFIEDS | LIFE TRIBUTES

FALL IS UPON US!

Swim Club

Come join us Monday through Saturday in the Rec 1 pool. Our official water exercise group meets at 1 p.m. for a program featuring stretching, strengthening and balance - head to toe.

Our exercises are resident-lead and relaxed. Drop-ins are always welcome and YES, it’s free.

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 1 at 1:00 p.m. This is the official day our exercise group reverts to our winter hours. Come join the fun!

This past August 19, the swim group gathered for a blue moon party. A blue moon refers to the presence of a second full moon in a calendar month, to the third full moon in a season, or to a moon that appears blue due to atmospheric effects.

The swim group celebrated with things blue moon! We had moon pies, blue drinks, and lots of food to enjoy. We had a contest for the team with the greatest number of songs with the word moon in it, and we howled and sang at the moon!

Thank you,

Teri Cuocci

Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group

Submitted by Sonia

Discher

Have you noticed changes in your loved one? Are they starting to walk slower and drag behind you instead of walking with you? Are they hesitating during activities that they are normally quite comfortable with? Are they struggling with everyday tasks? These might be indications that something is going on. If you feel unsure or would like some support in your feelings/ concerns, our Leisure World Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group is what you are looking for.

Are you feeling 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 offers 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

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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. Please mark your calendars and join us.

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. All information shared during our meetings remains in the room. You are not alone! For more information, please contact Candy Watts at 602617-6954 (clwatts1977@gmail.com) or Vickie Noble at 480-369-1466 (vicnal7@gmail.com).

American Association of University Women (AAUW) East Mesa Branch

Submitted by Molly Brenza

The East Mesa Branch of the AAUW will resume meeting for the 2024-2025 schedule starting with an Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, October 23 at 1:30 p.m. on the Promenade. Please join us for a cool treat and to learn about this interesting and dynamic organization.

Gather Club Photos from August Events

Welcome back to our returning members, and we hope to welcome new members. All women who share the values and mission of the AAUW are welcome. Learn about our special interest groups including book clubs, public policy, crafts and luncheons.

Each year, this East Mesa Branch of the AAUW supports 12 local women scholars through full scholarships to two- and four-year colleges. The group meets once a month for a general meeting on the first Wednesday of the month in the Rec. 1 Clubroom. The first general meeting will be on Wednesday, November 6, at 1:00 p.m. General meetings include social gathering as well as a presentation from a speaker on varied topics pertinent to women and education. Special interest groups update members on their current activities.

For membership information, please call Betsy Flaten at 218-491-4777, Elaine Prom at 480-207-0655 or visit our website at: https://eastmesa-az.aauw.net.

Dakota Club

Submitted by Kristie Pillar

The Dakota Club is a place for Leisure World residents

with ties to North and South Dakota to get together for dinner and fellowship. We typically meet on the third Thursday of each month from November through April. Watch for emails and posts for the upcoming meeting dates, times and locations. We look forward to another great winter season in Arizona. Officers for the upcoming year are: President, Ron Baranko; VicePresident, Maxine Beckwith; Treasurer, Dennis Rhode; Secretary, Kristie Pillar.

Democratic Club

Submitted by Valerie Wendt GREETINGS, Leisure World!

Our first club meeting was held in August, and our three speakers did not disappoint. We are currently planning for the September 11 meeting.

We are so pleased that several members are working behind the scenes to address postcards and contribute to various useful literature that will share helpful data on most Democratic candidates who will be on the ballots very soon.

Our October general meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, OCTOBER 9. We will meet in a different location…. THE HOPI PIMA ROOM, in REC 2., at 1 p.m.

We are so excited to announce that our speaker will be ARIZONA SECRETARY OF STATE, ADRIAN FONTES. Adrian will provide us with his perspective on the impending election process, as well as issues related to it.

Also, regarding the November election, if any of our neighbors need a ride to the polls in November, we are willing to drive them there. Please contact either Jim Huling @ 360-771-7453 or Val Wendt @ 489-5695629.

Please join us on October 9. We would love to fill half of the ballroom, if not all of it!

And last but not least…. VOTE BLUE!

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Gather Club

On Sunday, Aug. 4, the group took in an Eagles tribute concert by “Hotel California,” playing all our favorite Eagles hits along with a moving rendition of Jimi Hendrix’s national anthem.

On Thursday, Aug. 8, the largest group yet (42 guests) was welcomed by Suzy (aka Momma Panda) to the Singing Panda Asian restaurant, where she and her crew gave detailed attention to every guest.

Upcoming events are as follows:

Saturday, Oct. 19: a matinee performance of “ Anastasia” at the Don Bluth Front Row Theatre at 2 p.m. Cost: $36.00

Saturday, Nov. 16: a matinee performance of “It’s a Wonderful Life” at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre at 2 p.m. Cost: $31.00

I am awaiting the time for the December show of “Tuba Christmas” on Dec. 21 at Tempe Marketplace. If you are interested in these events or if you have any you believe others would enjoy, contact me.

George Miller manor 1625

774-275-4009

Investment Club of Leisure World

Submitted by Shelly Begel

Investment Club of Leisure World (a.k.a. San Tan Investment Club) is a closed end mutual fund of nearly one quarter of a million dollars. It consists of blue chips and other stocks (average earnings between 10 –15% annually).

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

We recommend you attend a meeting or two as our guest to see how we do it and to have your questions answered. Our concept is to exchange ideas with others and to learn more about investing in the stock market.

We meet the third Thursday of each month, in season, at 1p.m., for between one and two hours in the Internet Oasis Room, which is in Rec 1, not far from the pool

entrance. Please join us at our meeting on October 17. If you cannot attend the meeting in person, you are welcome to join us on Zoom.

For more information before the meeting, you can contact our president, Alan Forbes, 808-497-8109. You can call, text, or email Alan at johnalanforbes@ yahoo.com. You can also come to the meeting on October 17.

Leisure World Christian Fellowship Bible Study

Submitted by Mary Louise Hendricksen

We will be starting a new season of Bible study on Thursday, November 7. We have a non-denominational study of God’s Word for men and women each Thursday from November through April. We meet in the theater from 9:30 a.m.– 11:00 a.m. All study materials are provided but B Y O B – Bring Your Own Bible. On November 21, we will meet at the Lakeside Clubhouse at 9:30 a.m. for Bible study to be followed by a Thanksgiving Potluck. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Louise Hendricksen at 480-8322507 Manor 823.

Leisure World Community Theater

submitted by Charlene Ingerson graphic arts by Linda Weinstock

There has been a long-standing expectation that

an audience should know exactly who they’re seeing perform. In movies, this is done in the form of credits rolling at the end of the show. In theaters, cast and production information is in playbills that are given free to audience members.

Playbills have evolved since being introduced three centuries ago. They were originally used as marketing tools for theaters and performance troupes.

Before literacy became widespread, theater managers sent performers (and sometimes crews of boys and men) into the streets each day with drums to announce the play of the evening. As more and more theater-goers became literate, playbills emerged — both as leaflets to pass to potential audience members and as broadsides (a form of poster). The most popular places for posting broadsides were on the public walls of the town as well as doors and doorposts of private homes.

Until the nineteenth century, the information included for playbills was standard, specifically the performance time and location, the evening’s program, the cast, and ticket purchasing details.

This changed with the introduction of bigger and bolder typefaces announcing the play beginning in 1803, which, combined with the addition of woodcuts and colored papers introduced in the midnineteenth century, allowed for greater visual impact. Top performers who drew huge crowds would be also displayed in larger, bolder font. Even then there was star billing.

The theatre industry and its advertising methods have changed significantly since the production of early playbills. Broadsides are rarely posted now as folks turn to electronic venues for information. But the modern playbills given to theater-goers before performances continue to be a cherished tradition.

Our next meeting is Wednesday, October 16th at noon in the Rec 1 Club Room. We hope you’ll stop by to check us out and hear about our plans for the 20242025 season.

Leisure World Investment Club (AKA: Green Bananas)

Submitted by: Frank Jacoby Manor 1540 Our current club members have, on average, enjoyed a 13% compound annual return over the duration of their memberships. Non-members, new members, beginners and seasoned investors are always welcome guests at our meetings.

Are you making the right moves for your retirement? Learn about investing, discuss market conditions,

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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.

Members enjoy access to the resources and benefits derived from our affiliation with “myICLUB” and “Better Investing.”

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

Our next meeting will be held via ZOOM only Wednesday, October 9, at 1 p.m. MST. November through April meetings will be held in the Rec 1 Theater.

Please contact Frank Jacoby (frankjacoby4@gmail. com) for your October zoom invitation when our discussion segment will focus on small cap stock picks.

Minnesota Club

SAVE THE DATE

The first gathering of the season for the Minnesota Club will be November 14, at 5:00, in the Rec. 1 Ballroom. So, get your calendar out and record that date!

Watch your November 1, Leisure World News for more particulars about the evening. Information about purchasing tickets will also be in that issue. Everyone

join us. The more the merrier. See you on November 14.

Photo Club News

by Charlene Ingerson

It’s the start of the 2024-2025 season and we’re excited. We’ve got professional photographers coming to speak on a number of topics (including the very popular Mike Buchheit who will once again be talking about photographing the Grand Canyon). Additionally, plans are in the works for several fun, off-site photo shoots. And don’t forget the Fall Art Show. It’s awesome!

The LW Photo Club organizes the November art show which is open to all Leisure World artists. It’s not too early to start planning for your entries. Registration forms are available both on our website, www.lwphoto. club, and in the Art Studio. Scan this QR code with your phone’s camera to take you to our website and lots of great information.

Our Fall Art Show is held in the Rec 1 ballroom at the same time as the Fall Arts and Crafts Festival, a separate event held in the clubrooms and quad area of Rec 1. If you have never been to the Fall Art Show, do plan to come. Not only is this a free event open to the public, but it has hundreds of pieces of stellar artworks in photography, painting & drawing, and 3D media.

To help our resident artists who have never entered a Leisure World art show before, we will be hosting a art show workshop on Sunday, October 27th at 1:00 in the art studio across from the Leisure World Theater. Come with your questions — we’ve got answers . . . and cookies!

Our regular meetings start on Saturday, October 12th from 10:00 to 11:30 in the LW Theater. We meet each week to learn and share and enjoy each other’s company. We are a group of photographers at all skill levels who capture images with a variety of cameras, including our phones. We’d love to have you take a shot with us.

The Shalom Group

The Shalom Group meets

We welcome all who want to attend our meetings and take part in group activities. The Shalom Group is a social group that celebrates major Jewish Holidays with emphasis on culture, history and pertinent social issues, as well as potlucks, and other social gatherings.

Dues are only $15 a year, and we welcome all who have an interest in Judaism.

For more information, please call Neesa at 206-3562727.

The Jewish New Year is celebrated in October this year. We will host a Break the Fast Meal on October 12. That is at the end of the Yom Kippur Holiday and will be a dairy meal, catered by the Shalom Group. Reservations must be made by October 7th.

Please call Leslie at 425-221-1956 or email her at lesjack2@msn.com for questions and eservations. The cost is $15 per person.

Leisure World’s Singles Group

Oct. 1, Tue.

2, 8 a.m.

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Oct. 8, Tue. Breakfast, cafe, Rec. 2, 8 a.m.

Oct. 8, Tue. Concert, LW Courtyard 7 p.m.

Oct. 9, Wed. Trivia, Ballroom, Rec. 1, 6 p.m.*$2. LW

Oct. 14, Mon. Solo lunch, Cafe, Rec 2, 11 a.m. (If open) *

Oct. 15, Tue. Breakfast, Cafe, Rec 2, 8 a.m.

Oct. 15, Tue. Music Bingo, 6 p.m., Ballroom, Rec. 1, $ 2. *LW

Oct. 17, Thur. Solo Potluck, Club Room, 5 p.m., Rec. 1, Bring $3 and dish to share

Oct. 19, Sat. Apache III, Globe, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Carpool *Barbara

Oct. 23, Wed. Trivia, Ballroom, Rec. 1, 6 p.m., $2. * LW

Oct. 26, Street Dance, $8. *LW

Oct. 28, Mon. Lunch, Cafe, Rec 2, 11 a.m.*

Oct. 28, Polish Poker, Rec. 1, Club Room, 6 p.m., $3.

Oct. 30, OOW lunch, Artichoke Grill, *Barbara

Oct. 31, Happy Halloween

Please make reservations as noted

Sonoran Desert Club

If you have been wondering what the Sonoran Desert Club does, join us at our membership meeting at 4:30 p.m. on October 17 and find out. Our meetings are held every third Thursday of the month and are open to all Leisure World residents. If you care to join the club, membership dues are $ 10.00 per year and membership per manor. We have discussions and programs about the care of citrus, cacti, trees, shrubs, flowers, herbs and vegetables. We have a plant and seed swap twice a year. We go on field trips, have guest speakers, and conduct hands-on workshops. If you choose membership status, you will receive advance notice for workshops and field trips. If there is space available, we open these opportunities to our community. We sponsor the geranium sale every November to raise funds for education and projects to make our community more sustainable and beautiful. Meetings are held from 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. in the theater unless notified of an alternate location.

Tish Murphy, Master Gardener-Smartscape Certified

ARTS & CRAFTS CLUBS

Arts & Crafts Meetings and Classes Schedule

DECORATIVE ARTS

Art Assoc. – (AS) Contact: Billie Klaus, 970-231-4845

Open Studio: Friday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Jewelry and Lapidary (LAP) Contact: ) Contact: Kathleen Anderson, 480-772-7135 Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Photography Club (AS) Contact: Bob Bennett, 480-2507127

Rubber Stamping (CER/SG) Contact: Mickey Dent, 480634-4574 Monday, 6:30 – 9 p.m.

FABRIC ARTS

Knitters & Crocheters Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-6414626 – Fridays 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

All interested knitters, beginners to experienced, join in. We teach beginners and help those who are having difficulty with a pattern, no charge.

Open Sewing Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626 Open to all residents who do hand sewing.

Leisure World Art Association

Thanks to everyone who responded about the LW Foundation and use of funds, if obtained. I want to share most comments sent to me. Members of our Board said:

1. Cost of teacher

“I didn’t realize an art therapist was so expensive.”

“I agree the therapy instructor is expensive. For participants, their insurance first would probably pay for it, and we are not set up to do that.”

“Research has shown that art therapists are costly. They are highly specialized, and many have multiple degrees.”

“The words ‘some money’ bothers me.”

“I’d like to see funds for a really good monthly rotation of instructors. An art therapy teacher could possibly be in the rotation.”

“For the therapy teacher, we’d have to determine the need and cost. The rec office would have to deal with people’s insurance in covering the ‘therapy.’”

2. Feasibility and ‘work’ for the team

“I’m not sure what is all involved in art therapy classes.”

“I’m not sure I’d have time to spend taking the classes.” (At least one board member would have to sit in on the classes.)

“How much would we have to contribute to carry this project out?”

“I don’t want to load more work on our Board by starting such classes.”

“It would involve extra work for our team.”

“I think we investigated something like this before, and we didn’t do it.”

“Finding a teacher would be difficult and pricey.”

3. Goals and Mission of the Art Association

“I think people are looking to choose their own experiences in art as they retire.”

“This doesn’t meet the objectives of our club.”

“I still have to review the Constitution (two people).”

“How many people would benefit from such a program?”

“Sitting down to create any artwork is therapy for me.”

4. Use of funds if requested for materials and storage/ art supplies

“We have cubbies to store unfinished items.”

“I hesitate to take a class that requires a large outlay of funds.”

“Maybe we could request funds for art supplies for newcomers.”

“I really like the idea of obtaining and storing supplies for classes.”

“Not sure where we could put additional cabinets.”

Pillowcase Dresses Contact: Darlene Footh, 701-3398491

Make little girls dresses out of pillowcases for charity.

Quilters Contact: Judy Kauth, 757-651-5648 – Tuesdays/ Thursdays 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Join us for group projects, speakers, demos, field trips and more. Donations are made to multi-generational groups.

Twiddlers: Mondays 9:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. Fiber Arts Room Contact: Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626

Any hand work done with a needle or needles, i.e., knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, needle point and applique.

FIRED ARTS

Ceramics (CER/SG) Contact: Linda Staveteig, 815-3853605

Beginners, newcomers, everyone welcome!

Open Workshop and Firing: Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Ceramics Class: Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

“Members would have access to the supplies for classes. Non-members would have to pay a nominal fee.”

“We discussed the Art Studio not being as attractive as the Fiber Arts room.” Do we have an idea of upgrades and cost?

5. Miscellaneous

Good News from the Ceramics Club!

We have all kinds of paints and brushes to use. We also have a large assortment of pieces to work on. Come in and take a look.

Hours for the club are Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

For more information, call Linda Staveteig at 815385-3605.

Happenings at LW Glass Studio

By Gail Bowers

We are looking forward to the Arts and Crafts and Book Sale on November 16, with so many beautiful crafts created by our own Leisure World residents. Please come out and support the efforts of our talented residents, Most work all year long to create their crafts for this sale and the one in the spring.

During the summer months, we have been open 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., and beginning October 15, we will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The first fused glass class will be Tuesday, November 19 “Trees” 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., with the second class on Friday, November 22. Sign-up sheets are posted in the Glass/Ceramic side of the craft building.

The first stained glass class will be Thursday, November 21 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sign-up sheets are in the craft building.

Porcelain Painting (POT) Contact: Edie Pearcy, 480-7340685 or Ginger Merkle, 303-988-6420

No teacher, no lessons. Work on your own. A semiannual fee of $5 for firing.

All interested are welcome.

Summer Schedule

Class: Wednesday and Friday, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Pottery (POT) Contact: Judy Cooley, 512-470-9456

Open Studio: Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday, 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Open Studio: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday,12 - 10 p.m.

Firing & Unloading: Monday & Thursday

Class with instructor Larron Lerdall: Monday & Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

GLASS PROGRAM

Glass Arts (CER/SG) Contact: Kay Eakin, 480-641-8719

Open Studio: Monday & Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Ongoing Classes for new artists

Information will be posted for other upcoming classes. Stop in and see what our members are doing with glass and join one of our classes.

LW Quilters

Submitted by: Carol Stickling Quilting has begun. Welcome back to our winter visitor members. We have lots of new quilts to make. Our first meeting went well, and we hope to see all our members back before our before our October 31st members’ luncheon.

We will be making 1 or 2 Quilts of Valor at our first two meetings in October. The Craft Fair is Saturday, November 16th. We have lots of items to sell. These include quilts, bookmarks, adult clothing protectors, and quilts for kids and babies. Our membership fee is $20 for 9 months of lessons and friendship.

For more information contact Judy Kauth at 757651-5648 or Carol Stickling at 847-951-6937.

Monday Morning Twiddlers and Friday morning Crocheters, Embroiderers and Knitters

by Carolin Lowy

The Fiber Arts studio has been open for nearly a year. On Monday and Friday mornings, a group of residents, both ladies and gents, meet for a creative and fun-filled couple of hours.

We are delighted to welcome new people who crochet, knit, stitch and weave. We have plenty of supplies that come from wonderful donations. A lot of work is creating items for various charities, including throws for folks going through chemo, and hats and scarves for the homeless.

NEWSFLASH…

Member Deb has finished the throw for her granddaughter. Yes, the lovely scalloped edge did reach all around. It was a gift we had the pleasure of watching grow.

We look forward to the snowbirds’ return.

All residents are welcome to stop in and visit and share good times with us.

Carolin Lowy 480-641-4626

CARD & GAME CLUBS

Card and Game Events Schedule

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

BRIDGE GROUPS

ACBL Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-3099039

Mondays & Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Year Round

ACBL Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-3099039

Friday, 12:30 p.m. April – October

ACBL Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Barbara Rees, 480-3099039

Sunday, 12:30 p.m. October-May

Non-Sanctioned Duplicate (CLR) Contact: Roger Mickelson, 319-750-7112

Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Sept – May.

Partner (LC) Contact: Lynn Peters, 262-853-4870

Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Year Round.

Party (APA) Contact: Lynn Peters, 262-853-4870

Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Year Round.

Progressive (QCR) Contact: Marlene Patton 507-2710003

Thursday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct – May.

POKER GROUPS

Dealer’s Choice (NAV2) Contact: Jim Munkwitz, 803747-1677

Tuesday & Wednesday 6:00 p.m., and Thurs 1:00 pm. Year round.

Poker Men’s (QCR) Contact: Jim Shields, 920-9464793 Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Oct - May

Texas Hold’ Em (QCR) Contact: Randy Rickert, 602524-2503

Monday, 1:00 p.m. & Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. Oct - May

Bunco

Bunco meets on the first Tuesday of the month in the 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. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Our next game will be on Tuesday, October 1.

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

Chess Club

The chess club is growing. We are an informal group that meets weekly, every Thursday from 4:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Lakeside building, near the lawn bowling field. All levels are welcome, especially beginners or individuals who want to learn how to play. We are a casual group with a common theme that most of us have not played since high school. There are no Bobby Fishers or Magnus Carlsens in the group. The emphasis is on fun and enjoying oneself with other people. The first 15 minutes or so there is usually a chess puzzle or a discussion on a particular opening or defensive strategy. There are no dues. Please bring a board with you if possible. We will meet all summer.

OTHER CARD AND GAME GROUPS

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

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

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

Game Night (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-2902936 Every Friday, 6:00 pm. Year-round.

Hand and Foot: (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-2909396

Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. Year-round

Hand and Foot: Samba (LC) Contact: Lillian Carlson, 480-290-9396

Wednesday &Thursday, 6:00 p.m. Year-round

Mah Jongg Madness (LC) Contact: Jan Biddle, 303881-7808 Monday, 12:00 p.m. Year-round

Mah Jongg (APA) Contact: Neesa Galanti, 206-3562727 Tuesday 7:00 pm and Thursday 1:00 p.m. Year-round

Pinochle (QCR) Contact: Jackie Anderson, 480-9858503

Summer: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. Winter: only Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m.

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

Mexican Train/Dominos (LC) Contact: Theresa Cuocci Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Year-round

For more information contact: Matthew Menenberg mattmenenberg@gmail.com 602-334-7597 Manor 2171

Single-Deck Pinochle Club

A new season will begin on Tuesday, October 1. We meet every Tuesday in the Queen Card Room at Rec. 1. Play starts at 12:30 p.m. Bring fifty cents each time. All players are welcome! Let’s laugh and have fun together.

There will NOT be any Wednesday Pinochle during the winter months.

Jackie Anderson Manor 1154 480-985-8503

Polish Poker

Mark your calendars to join us on the last Monday of each month for a low-skilled, fun gathering and socializing night of Polish poker. A $3.00 admission gets you a raffle ticket for our 50/50 raffle.

George Miller manor 1625 774-275-4009

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

The Lakeside Club House is the place to spend time every Monday evening. WHY?

Friendly residents gather to play Scrabble and Upwords.

Set up is at 6:00 p.m., with games starting at 6:15 p.m.

Everyone is welcome. The Scrabble Club provides everything that is needed, including the latest edition of the official Scrabble dictionary and word list.

Different dishes of candy are offered to sweeten the evening.

Need to know more? Give me a call. Carolin Lowy 480-641-4626

The Leisure World Scrabble Club by Carolin Lowy

MUSIC & DANCE CLUBS

Bluegrass Group

Calling all Pickers and Grinners!

Leisure World Recreation is partnering with the Arizona Bluegrass Association this winter to bring you “Pickin’ on the Prom.” This two-hour bluegrass jam session will be the 2nd and 4th Sunday afternoons, January, February and March, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on the Promenade. It will feature bluegrass musicians from all over the East Valley singing and playing traditional bluegrass acoustic instruments. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged so tune up your guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, bass or other acoustic bluegrass instrument and join in. Grinners come on up and enjoy an afternoon of bluegrass!

Casual-Aires Dance Club

Submitted by Allen Cziok Welcome back, everyone. I hope you enjoyed good times and good health wherever you spent your summer. Another Casual-Aires season will begin before you know it.

Our 2024 - 2025 season kicks off on Saturday, November 16 as we feature the “Midnight Confessions” band. We invite you to experience our tradition of great music, food, and fun.

We are continuing to accept new membership and membership renewal payments. Our annual dues are $300 per couple or $150 for individual members. Our season includes four dinner dances with high quality sit-down meals and the best rock or country musicians in the valley.

Membership information may be requested by emailing casualairesmembership@gmail.com

Membership checks should be made to Casual-Aires Dance Club and mailed to Allen Cziok at Leisure World, manor #2308.

Members who pay by October 15 will have their names included in our annual membership booklet, which we expect to distribute around November 1. Be sure to check future editions of the Leisure World News for additional details of our plans for the upcoming Casual-Aires season.

Desert Belles

We’re BACK!! Desert Belles is a friendly, fun group of women who enjoy getting together to sing in harmony.

Join us this fall as we practice our patriotic songs for November and our Christmas season collection of songs for December.

We meet every Monday, from 12:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. in the Music Room at Rec. 2. Check us out! If you have any questions, please contact Barb Carney at casey2duffy@gmail.com or call 480-650-9551.

LW Dinner Club

SEASON 2025 Organizational meeting

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Leisure World Big Band

Submitted by John Andrews

The members of the Leisure World Big Band are looking forward to beginning the rehearsals of the band on October 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hopi room in Rec. 2. Our dances are scheduled for December 1, 2024, and March 9, 2025. We will have some new dance tunes and maybe have some new members but still the same old bass player! Hope to see the friends of the Big Bands and their guests at the rehearsals. For more information, call John Andrews Manor 1465. Phone 660-541-2588.

Leisure World Cloggers

Submitted by Joyce Loland

The Leisure World Cloggers are dancing into fall on the Fitness Center class schedule. Sessions run every Friday from 11:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. in the classroom next to the Fitness Center. They start with beginners and continue progressively to more advanced steps and dances at the intermediate level. Cost is $30 per month, paid in the Fitness Center or $5 cash as a dropin fee for each hour attended. Beginners can get their first lesson free if they pick up a pass from JP in the Fitness Center! Instructors are Dan Rowan and Cathy Martin, who make learning fun and effective.

An advanced class is expected to begin in November. It will be held on Wednesday at Scootin’ Boots. It is not part of the Fitness Center class schedule. More information is available from the instructors who teach on Friday at Leisure World.

Clogging works your body and your brain. If you think you might want to give it a try, stop by any Friday afternoon and watch how the class is taught, and see what fun it can be! Music, exercise, and camaraderie make a great combination!

LW Music Makers

Submitted by Mary Smith

Want to join a fun-loving group of music lovers who play a wide range of music?

Bring your instrument and join the LW Music Makers. We have members who play the guitar, ukulele, melodica, harmonica, piano, keyboard, and saxophone, and we welcome clarinets, violins, flutes, etc. Come see if you would be interested.

We meet in the Rec 2 Music Room on Tuesday afternoons from 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact Mary Smith M355 480-288-1423 or email marykry95@gmail. com

This is a perfect time to get back into playing, and it is so nice to play in a group.

The Leisure World Mixed Chorus

Ah, the wonder of October. The month during which we reunite with our fellow musicians to begin preparing for our holiday concert! Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. in the Rec 2 Music Room. Our first rehearsal is on Tuesday, October 8.

We welcome new voices, so you are invited to stop in anytime to check us out.

Contact our director, Donna Mahan, 217-720-7990, for more information.

“Holiday Road” will be performed on Saturday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, December 15 at 3:00 p.m. Designed to offer a mix of sacred and secular pieces, the program will honor the wonderful and unique diversity of our holiday celebrations and beliefs. We hope to see you as, in song, we celebrate our shared values of love, hope, and rebirth!

Music and Dance Events Schedule

Ballroom Dance Classes - Contact: Bill Goss, 480275-4647

Pop Country Line Dance Contact: Susan Tuttle, 602329-2213.

Monday: 11:30-12:30 pm Tuesday: 5:00 – 6:00

Advanced class 6:00-7:00 pm – Beginner Class

Ukulele Practice Group - Contact: Mary Smith, 480288-1423.

Like to play the ukulele or always wanted to learn? Come and join up with others who love to play this amazing instrument.

Moonlight Serenade Dance Club

The Leaves Turn to Flame…

“…Oh, the days dwindle down to a precious few.” -Willie Nelson

Autumn exudes a unique romantic melancholy gift wrapped in Mother Nature’s best. Don your finest threads and come make the most of this fall’s remaining precious vintage days while we can. Dance your dreams this season with LW’s premier dance club beginning November 23, 2024 with a season membership for a mere $305 / couple! Early registration secures a place at the table, a catered dinner of your choice, and an evening of dancing to live Big Band music in LW’s finest ballroom FOUR times! Do the math. It’s truly the best deal in Phoenix bar none. Extend a kindness and consider sponsoring a couple for $100/dance. Christmas is coming, so gift them an eternal holiday memory. They’ll thank you forever.

Spring 2025 dates are 1/25, 2/22, and 3/22. Board News: MSDC Board is taking applications to fill the vacant VP position. Consider volunteering an hour or two to help set up decorations. Extra hands are appreciated! Visit the MSDC website: https://moonlightserenade. yolasite.com.

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

Shall We Round Dance Club

Submitted by Kaye West Round dance opportunities abound for everyone!

Special dances (phases in parentheses) include October 16 (2-4), October 27 (Welcome Back, 3-5), October 31 (Halloween, 4-6) with others in November and December.

Late October brings eighteen weekly events, scheduled daily except Saturday. They include: Phase 2-3 (one), Phase 3-4 (four), Phase 3-5 (two), Phase 4 (one), Phase 4-5 (three), Phase 4-6 (two), Phase 5 (one), Phase 5-6 (three), and one intermediate ballroom!

Also, there are new classes for beginners:

• Slow Two-Step: Monday nights beginning September 23 (still open October 7)

• Triple Swing: Wednesday nights beginning November 6

• Two-Step: Friday mornings beginning November 1

• West Coast Swing: Monday nights beginning November 4

MUSIC & DANCE CLUBS

Details for all above events, plus notification of a new Facebook page, are available at https://rounddancing. azphx.com!

MORE OCTOBER DANCE OPPORTUNITIES:

Pre-rounds and dancing between tips are available Mondays and Wednesdays (Phase 2-4). Find social dancing at Leisure World (October 4, 17 and 26), at Red Mountain Center (Wednesdays), and Reign n’ Country (October 7 and 21).

FREE DANCE INSTRUCTION:

Checkmates offer Square Dance lessons beginning November 1, and online instruction to begin or improve partnership dancing is available 24/7 at Home.csulb.edu/~kwest/wido/wi-do.html.

Ukuladies and Gents

Submitted by Mary Smith

The Ukuladies and Gents have been meeting weekly during the summer and invite all ukulele players to join us. We have all skill levels, and if you want to learn, we can help guide you. You’ll soon be having a great time with the group.

We now have a large screen we use for play-along songs and learning new skills.

We meet weekly in the Music Room in Rec 2 on Friday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

For more information, please call Mary Smith 480288-1423 or Mary Cox 720-355-0889.

Wednesday Night Ballroom Class

For East Coast Swing (Slow Jive) FIRST NIGHT FREE- NOVEMBER 6

When: Wednesday Nights 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Where: Leisure World Rec 1 Classroom Cost: $10/person/class- pay at the door (cash or check only)

Dates Tentative Figures to be Taught 11/6/24 Introduce: Chasse Left & Right, Fallaway Rock, Basic Rock

11/13/24 Review Chasse Left & Right, Fallaway Rock, Basic Rock Introduce: Fallaway Throwaway, Link Rock 11/20/24 Review Chasse Left & Right, Fallaway Rock, Basic Rock, Fallaway Throwaway, Link Rock Introduce: Turning Fallaway Rock, Turning Link Rock

12/4/24 Review Fallaway Throwaway, Link Rock, Turning Fallaway Rock, Turning Link Rock

Introduce: Change Places Right to Left, Change Places Left to Right

12/11/24 Review Turning Fallaway Rock, Turning Link Rock, Change Places Right to Left, Change Places Left to Right Introduce: Shoulder Shove

12/18/24 Review Change Places Right to Left, Change Places Left to Right, Shoulder Shove Introduce: Windmill

Join the class at any time. Pay for only the classes you attend. This class runs through March 19, 2025. Check the newspaper monthly for updated syllabus for January-March.

For More Information Contact: Bill & Carol Goss email: billgossjr@gmail.com Phone: 858-822-9981

DIVAS ON A DIME Pepperoni Rolls: A Savory Snack for Every Occasion

By Patti Diamond

In the heart of Appalachia, where the rolling hills are as steeped in tradition as they are in natural beauty, one humble culinary creation reigns supreme: the pepperoni roll.

Originating in the early 20th century, this beloved snack was born out of necessity in West Virginia’s coal mining communities. Italian immigrants, many of whom worked in the mines, ingeniously combined their culinary heritage with locally available ingredients to create a portable, hearty meal. By wrapping spicy pepperoni slices in soft, yeasty dough, they crafted a convenient snack that didn’t require refrigeration and could easily be held in one hand -- a perfect solution for miners working long hours underground.

The genius of the pepperoni roll lies in its simplicity. The dough, soft and pillowy, bakes around the pepperoni, which releases its flavorful oils into the bread as it cooks. The result is slightly spicy, savory and perfectly satisfying. It’s no wonder this snack quickly became a staple in homes and bakeries across West Virginia.

Today, pepperoni rolls are celebrated not only for their comforting flavors but also for their rich history. They’re a cherished symbol of Appalachian culture, served at family gatherings, sold at local bakeries and enjoyed by people from all walks of life.

But pepperoni rolls aren’t just about nostalgia. For adults, pepperoni rolls are a great grab-and-go snack for busy workdays, and they’re a hit at tailgate parties and picnics. Because they don’t require refrigeration, they’re easy to transport, making them perfect for outdoor events or road trips. Plus, they’re a crowd-pleaser. Who can resist the combination of warm bread and savory pepperoni?

While making pepperoni rolls from scratch is a labor of love, there’s an easy shortcut version that’s just as delicious. Using store-bought frozen bread dough, you can whip up a batch in no time.

Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the penny-pinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime -- Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divasonadime.com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@divasonadime.com (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Servings: 8

Total Time: 27 minutes

Shortcut Pepperoni Rolls

Ingredients

16 ounces frozen bread dough, thawed 16 slices pepperoni

4 slices mozzarella cheese, cut into quarters

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 large egg, well beaten

Splash of water

Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

On a clean work surface, cut the thawed bread dough into 8 equal parts. Flatten each piece to about 4 by 4 inches using your hands or a rolling pin.

Place 2 slices of pepperoni in the center of each dough square. You can add more pepperoni if you like, and no one would be mad at you.

Top with 2 pieces of mozzarella and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

Fold the outer edges of dough over the filling, then tightly roll the dough, pinching the seams to seal in the goodness.

Place each roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they’re not touching.

In a small bowl, beat the egg with a splash of water to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of each roll with egg wash for that beautiful golden, glossy finish.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before serving.

Serve warm with pizza or marinara sauce for dipping. They’re just as tasty at room temperature, making them perfect for snacking anytime, anywhere.

Billiards Club

As we begin to welcome back our snowbirds, thoughts turn to another fun season in our lovely billiards room. Our league captains are anxious to form teams to begin competitions in November. Currently, there are three leagues forming with possibilities for others.

Wednesdays. East Valley 8-ball League needs 12 players. Men only (but we hope to change that in the future). Games begin at 8:00 a.m. and end in time for you to make a noon tee time. Contact Doug Henry, captain (310-738-5336).

Thursdays. Cactus Mixed League Playing 1-15 “call shots.” Men and women are welcome. Rules have changed to shorten the playing time which was a problem last year. Contact Jack Chambers, captain (480-241-1804).

Fridays. Cactus League has 5-man “round robin” singles. It is highly competitive amongst the valley’s best players. Looking for a captain. It is Doug Henry at the moment. (see above).

SPORTS CLUBS

But whatever month or temperature, the Leisure World Gun Club has a warm welcome waiting for anyone interested in joining us and learning about our activities. We especially would like to encourage women to consider joining us.

All shooting events take place at the Rio Salado Sportsman Club located at the Usury Mountain Shooting Range, 3960 Usery Pass Road, in Mesa.

October Shooting Schedule:

SPORTING CLAYS: Thursdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31

Meet at the RSSC Shotgun Range parking lot by 6:45 a.m., and be ready to shoot by 7 a.m.

RIMFIRE PISTOL: Wednesday, October 9

Meet at RSSC Pistol Bay #2 by 7 a.m.

PRACTICAL PISTOL: Friday, October 25

Meet at RSSC Pistol Bay #2 by 7 a.m.

about trying this game, now is a good time as we will celebrate our fiftieth year of lawn bowls at Leisure World on January 15, and you will want to be a part of that very special occasion! See you on the greens!

Tish Murphy

Shuffleboard Club

Hello, all! On Wednesday, November 6, shuffleboard will begin its new season.

The dues are $20 a person. Come on down to the courts near the Fitness Center at Rec. 1. We start playing at 9:00 a.m. Time for outdoor fun!

The days we meet are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. You can come one day or all three. No experience necessary! See you there!

Jackie Anderson Treasurer of Shuffleboard Manor 1154

And for a treat, Monday, October 29 is our monthly luncheon at BJ’s Restaurant on Superstition Blvd (just east of the freeway). We’d love for you to join our members and their spouses for this casual get-together. Members are glad to answer any questions about the club and its activities.

Keep checking our bulletin board for all our activities.

Early Bird Stretch Club

Submitted by Susan Strainis

Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 6:55 a.m., Rec. 1 Ballroom Exercise And Fun! Free!! Come Join Us!

Leisure World Gun Club

Submitted by Colleen Cottrell

The weather this past summer with temperatures well above 100 degrees is one for the record books. Fortunately, October is predicted to cool slightly but with temperatures still warmer than in past years.

Lawn Bowling Club

Have you seen us lawn bowling at night this summer?

We can see better now that we have invested in new lights, and some of us would rather play in the evenings since we work or have other plans during the day. I hope you had a chance to check out this fun game during Active Aging week. If you didn’t, come by and talk to us and see when lessons will begin. Daytime bowling will begin now that the heat has subsided. We bowl from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and hold socials after some of the games as well as tournaments during the season. If you’ve thought

Thursday Morning Lady Billiard Players

by Carolin Lowy

Every Thursday morning, a friendly group of ladies meet for ninety minutes of fun-filled games of billiards, using the Leisure World rules.

We welcome all, from real beginners to those who know all the ins and outs of the game.

The billiard room has a good selection of cue sticks. If you have your own cue, be sure to bring it with you.

We meet at 8:30 a.m., with play lasting till 10:00 a.m. We expect more ladies to join us as the winter visitors return. There is always plenty of room for more participants.

Carolin Lowy, 480-641-4626

REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS OCTOBER 2024

SUNDAY

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

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

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

4:00 p.m. Movie Matinee (T)

6:30 p.m. Partner Bridge (LC)

MONDAY

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

8:00 a.m. Yoga (PIMA)

8:30 a.m. Glass Program (CER/SG)

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

9:00 a.m. Shuffleboard (SHB)

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

9:00 a.m. Twiddlers (FA)

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

11:30 a.m. Pop Country Line Dance (HPG)

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

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

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

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

1:00 p.m. Texas Hold’em (QCR)

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

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

6:00 p.m. Scrabble (LC)

6:30 p.m. Rubber Stamping (CER/SG)

TUESDAY

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

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

9:00 p.m. Swim Exercise (PO)

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

9:00 a.m. Quilters (FA)

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

9:30 a.m. Big Band (HPG)

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

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

12:30 p.m. Pinochle (QCR)

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

6:00 p.m Dealer’s Choice Poker (NAV)

6:30 p.m. Men’s Poker (QCR)

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

WEDNESDAY

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

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

8:00 a.m. Yoga (PIMA)

8:30 a.m. Glass Program (CER/SG)

9:00 a.m. Shuffleboard (SHB)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1:00 p.m. Cribbage (QCR)

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

6:00 p.m. Texas Hold’em (QCR)

6:00 p.m. Dealer’s Choice Poker (NAV)

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

THURSDAY

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

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

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

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

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

9:00 a.m. Christian Fellowship (T)

9:00 a.m. Quilters (FA)

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

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

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

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

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

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

4:00 p.m. Chess (QCR)

6:00 p.m. Rubber Stamping (POT)

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

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

7:00 p.m. “l-15” tournament (B)

FRIDAY

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

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

8:00 a.m. Yoga (PIMA)

9:00 a.m. Shuffleboard (SHB)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1:00 p.m. Cribbage (QCR)

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

6:00 p.m. Game Night (LC)

7:00 p.m. Bingo (BR)

Parking Lot

- Recreation Office

- Shuffleboard Court

- Sports Court

- Theater

- Tennis Court

SATURDAY

7:00 a.m. Table Tennis (C)

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

9:00 a.m. Lawn Bowls Play (LBG) 12:30 p.m. “8-ball” tournament (B)

1:00 p.m. Swim Exercise (P) 2:00 p.m. Water Volleyball (P)

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By Steve Becker

When you realize that half your life at the bridge table is spent defending against opposing contracts, it becomes obvious that unless you and your partner defend reasonably well, you will have very little chance of winning.

In most deals, top-notch defense depends much more on partnership cooperation than on individual effort. Each defender should therefore do everything possible to steer his partner in the right direction.

For example, let’s say you hold the East hand and South reaches four hearts as shown. Declarer wins your partner’s trump lead with the ten and returns a low trump to dummy’s eight. What should you discard at trick two?

This might appear to be an insignificant decision to make, but actually you could cost your side the contract if you make the wrong discard. Let’s say you discard either the eight or nine of spades, or the deuce of diamonds or five of clubs.

HERE'S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

The Correct Discard

In that case, after declarer led a low diamond to his jack, your partner would win but would have a tough time trying to figure out what to play next. He might conclude that his best return was the ace of spades, which would hand South the contract.

The correct discard at trick two is the queen of spades! This tells West that you have a spade sequence headed by the Q-J-10 while denying that you have the king. (If you had the K-Q-J you’d signal with the king, not

SPORTS QUIZ CONTRACT BRIDGE

By Ryan A. Berenz

Questions

1. What cyclist representing Great Britain won the Tour de France in 2013 and three straight times from 2015-17?

2. Comedian, actor and entertainer Bill Cosby was awarded a track and field scholarship to what university in 1961?

3. What member of the 1996 Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche is the alltime leader for goals, assists, points and games played by a Latvian in the NHL?

4. Name the tight end for the Los Angeles Raiders who led the NFL in receptions twice with 92 in 1983 and 95 in 1986.

5. A fictional TV network called ESPN8: “The Ocho” was introduced in what 2004

the queen.)

As a consequence of this discard, your partner -knowing that South has the king of spades -- would exit with a club at trick four, and declarer would eventually go down one, losing a diamond, a club and two spades.

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sports comedy film starring Ben Stiller and Vince Vaughn?

6. Daniel Wiffen, gold medalist in the men’s 800-meter freestyle swim at the 2024 Paris Olympics, competed for what country?

7. Name the Anaheim Angels third baseman who was named MVP of the 2002 World Series?

Answers

1. Chris Froome.

2. Temple University.

3. Sandis Ozolinsh.

4. Todd Christensen.

5. “DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story.”

6. Ireland.

7. Troy Glaus. (c) 2024 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

• To fix a hole in drywall that requires a healthy helping of joint compound, you can cut a piece of screen slightly bigger than the hole and tack it to the inside of the drywall. You also can wad up a piece of aluminum foil and shove it in the hole, pressing it in a bit to create a recess for the compound. The foil will keep the compound at the site of the hole, allowing it to set up instead of fall down.

• “I recently did a little work on my car, and afterward I washed and waxed it. My tools got pretty grimy, so I cleaned them too. Since I had the wax out, I used it on several of them to keep them from rusting in storage.” -- via email

• Add a softener sheet to your vacuum bag or canister when you change it. While you clean, you will distribute the good smell throughout your home. You also can use a cotton ball scented with your favorite essential oil or even perfume.

• If you have trouble threading needles, try spritzing some hairspray on your finger, and twist the end of the thread. It will keep the fibers together and stiffen it enough to be easily threaded. It is possible to save a bit of money on car maintenance if you can’t change your own oil. Learn common add-ons you will be offered at oil and lube places. Air filters are surprisingly easy to replace on your own, and so are windshield wipers. Very often, the staff of auto-supply chains will lend you tools or even assist you right in the parking lot.

• Got bug bites? Try these for some relief from the itching of insect bites: apple cider vinegar; a paste of baking soda and water, allowed to dry on the bite; a similar paste of meat tenderizer and water; or antiperspirant.

Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

William Yother

8/9/2024

Mesa, Arizona

William (Bill) Yother, age 91, passed away in his sleep August 9, 2024, of natural causes.

Bill was born in Hillsdale, Michigan to William and Zona Yother. He graduated from Napoleon Agriculture School and worked at Commonwealth in Jackson, Michigan as an architectural engineer until retiring. Bill married Shirley Lu Begel on August 3, 1957. He loved round dancing, hiking, traveling, and being with friends and family.

Bill was a very soft-spoken man who was easy to get along with. He had a heart of gold and a quirky sense of humor, like most dads.

Bill was preceded in death by Shirley, with whom he shared 67 years of marriage. He is survived by his five children: Steven, Lisa, Terry, Brian, and Randy. Bill has been cremated, and a short service will be held at Roseland Memorial Gardens, 3744 Brooklyn Road, Jackson, MI 49203 on October 18 at 2:45 p.m.

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4 Eleanor of kiddie lit 5 Erwin of early films

6 District outside a city

Novelist Bret Easton --

Boise-to-Fargo dir.

Golf target

Confronted

Make pulp

Hernando

“I knew it!”

Kimono sash

Like some strict Amish

“Come” and “go,” e.g.

COMICS

By Jeff Pickering

Just Like Cats & Dogs By

“We look at a loss of this magnitude as a learning experience, Mr. Figby!"

The Spats

Out on a Limb

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Grin and Bear It

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Tiger

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AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

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ASSISTED LIVING HELP

Do you need help navigating senior living options? A free service for seniors! Trusted and highly vetted experts can help you find your best options for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Call Corrie Shirey with The Senior Solution Group 480-942-9027

BLINDS & SCREENING

Shine Valley Screen & Awning Sunscreens, patio & screen rooms, security/screen doors, retractable awnings, patio roll curtains, window awnings, wood shutters, rain gutters and alum. pergola. Free estimates. 480-612-1012, bonded & insured, license ROC#274491.

CAREGIVERS

Marcie’s Home Care LLC

In Home Senior Care

• Companionship

• Meal preparation

• Medication reminders

• Errands-shopping-appointments

• Light housekeeping

• Respite care Caregivers:

• CPR certified

• Fingerprint card

• TB tested Marcieshomecare.com (480) 714-4043

TLC Cleaning Services One call cleans it all! Professional housekeeper available weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly. 10 years’ experience for dependable, thorough & customizable cleans. Call today 480-5291600 Serving the East Valley.

Companionship Care Assistant: Basic Services $65 per Day

• Visit up to 2 hrs.

• Run errands up to .6 miles.

• Prepare meals.

• Appointment setter.

• Doctor visits.

• Communicate with family members Special services

• Light housekeeping – extra fee

• Notary service from 8am – 8pm weekly Call Serena 480 232-6613.

Adult care

Full or part-time

Available: day, evening or overnight

Excellent References Call or text: 480-529-0760

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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.

Space Available!

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with more customers. Call Elizabeth Ramos today at 480-832-0000 Ext. 117. The summer only slows down if you let it!

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 253-380-5848.

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Specializing In Haircuts For Men And Boys Beard Trims And Shaves

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Haircuts $16.00 480-924-5053

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HOME REPAIR & REMODELING

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 Remodeling LLC

No project too big or too small. We do Plumbing, Drywall, Painting, Bathroom/ Kitchen/Flooring Remodels, Roofing, Concrete and much more! Let me finish your to-do list! 12+ years’ experience! ROC 343814 Licensed, Bonded and Insured! Call or text Victor 480-543-8879.

Home Remodeling and Rain Gutter Specialist. AZ Rooms, Dual Pane

Replacement Windows, Aluminum & Vinyl Siding & Trim Seamless Raingutters30colors. Very reliable-Licensed & Bonded. ROC #114475 Call George 480820-8711. We love small jobs.

Rapid Restoration & Construction

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LANDSCAPING

Chaparro’s Landscaping

Clean-Ups, Tree Trimming, Palms, Irrigation, FREE ESTIMATES

Francisco Chaparro 602-761-8710

ALTOGETHER Landscaping LLC

family-owned business provides:

* Lawn Mowing

* Bush/Tree Trimming

* Sprinkler Install/Repair

* Plant/Tree Installation

* Paver Installation

* Free Estimates

** Call us @ 480-381-6330 **

Designing Arizona Landscape www.designingaz.com Specializing in complete desert landscape and sprinkler install/repair, trimming, blowing, removal, rock, lighting. Low Prices for Seniors. A+ rating with The Better Business Bureau. Perfect record with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. Arizona License #243110. Bonded & Insured. Free estimates: 480-380-9966.

July AZ Landscaping Taking care of your projects for 15 years! Irrigation, tree trimming, Desertscapes, maintenance, Gravel, pavers, wall and turf installation. Call Julio Meneses at 480-386-3954 Free Estimates.

15% SENIOR DISCOUNT, Raul’s Clean-Up & Tree Services. Yard Clean-Up, Tree Topping & Pruning, Trash Removal, Spread Rock, Trimming or Removal, Free Estimates, Affordable Rates. ALL WORK GUARANTEED, PLEASE CALL RAUL (480) 553-4285. WE ARE INSURED.

D & E Landscaping Free Estimates and Affordable Prices Yard clean-up, tree trimming/removal Call today! (602) 621-9033

OTHER

Mariposa Gardens tandem mausoleum crypt. Level DD, Space 36. Includes bronze marker. $25,000 obo Contact Diana at 480-250-6141

Don’t want the hassle of selling! I buy all makes and models. Cars, RV’s, Golf Carts, etc. Forty years of buying experience. Honest and dependable Call or email Rickie today. 480-450-4064 or rickietrainor@gmail.com

Norwex – Live Cleaner, Safer, Better. Microfiber, household and personal care items that improve quality of life by eliminating the use of harmful chemicals in our homes and our bodies. For more information check out my website: www.norwex.com/debeastridge Call or text Deb Eastridge at 602-6868019

PAINTING

AKP Services is now offering RESIDENTIAL PAINTING in LEISURE WORLD. We will handle all stucco, siding, and drywall repairs. We have been serving the valley for 20+ years. 480.910.5181 – See the GAMES page for more info.

PEST CONTROL

Spartan Pest Control Pest. Weed. Termite Veteran Owned 480-853-3811

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PLUMBING

. Licensed/Bonded/ Insured. Complete Plumbing Service. Re-pipes, toilets, faucets, water heaters, gas lines, faucets, garbage disposals, water services. Senior and Veteran discounts. Visit rwbplumbingusa.com for valuable discounts. When hiring a contractor, always check with the Registrar of Contractors to ensure proper Licensing. We have referrals we are happy to provide. Call 480-332-1457. ROC# 178767.

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Aqua Tech Plumbing & Drain Senior & Military Discounts ask for David! Over 25 years of experience, drain cleaning, R/O systems, fixtures, water heaters, toilets, water softeners, sewer line locating, leak repairs, slab leaks, repipes, sewer repairs, and much more. Call David 480-507-3335 or 480-2266795 ROC # 228747

PlumbSmart Plumbing Services - Free estimates - no trip charge! $49 drain cleaning, $99 sewer camera inspection, $189 garbage disposal includes installation. Low-cost toilet replacement, water heaters, softeners and reverse osmosis systems. Whole house re-pipe special, seasonal discounts on furnace and AC tune-ups. Affordable full service plumbing, heating and air-conditioning services. Voted #1 Mesa Plumber and Best East Valley Plumber three years in a row. Senior & Vet discounts. Licensed, bonded & insured ROC223709. Call 480-498-8896.

East Valley Plumbing LLC Family Owned and Operated, we have been providing Customers with Quality Service with Integrity for over 30 years. We are East Valley’s Slab Leak Specialist working with most Homeowner Insurance Companies to get maximum benefits for the Customer. We do re-pipes & re-routes, sewer & drain cleaning, garbage disposals, trenchless excavation, natural gas & propane piping, toilets, water heaters, softeners, faucets & fixtures, leaks, water service and sewer repair & replacement, valves, remodeling. Free estimates & competitive pricing. Senior & cash pay discounts. Call 480-2557325. Licensed, bonded, insured.

Stay Cool & Dry – With Full Services HVAC and Plumbing Installations/Upgrades/Maintenance/ Repairs

ACW Mechanical LLC’s Expert Techs are Ready to Help (480) 735-4447 or (949) 235-3877 No trip charge Senior Discount Available!

ROOFING

Caruso’s Roofing and Coating. Tile Roof Repairs, Flat Roof Repairs, Skylights and Elastomeric Roof Coatings. Family Owned and Operated. No Job Too Small! FREE ESTIMATES! Call Josh at Caruso’s Roofing & Coating 480-200-7156. ROC #261628.

SPRINKLER / IRRIGATION REPAIR & INSTALLATION

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TAX SERVICE

Kenneth A. Weinstock, CPASpecializing in taxes. Personal and business. Convenient personal service. Multi-state and Canadian returns. Tax planning, IRS audits. Leisure World resident. 480-687-3234.

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ASTROLOGY

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This might surprise you, but you’re not always right about everything. A troubled loved one needs you to be less demanding and more understanding. Kindness encourages openness.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your Bovine instinct guides you well this week. A change of heart might be the wisest course to take. A trusted friend offers good advice, so listen closely.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Be more sensible where money is concerned. An urge to splurge needs to be put aside for now. Later, you’ll be able to indulge yourself with the things you want.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A past health problem recurs and needs attention. It might not be serious, but your family and friends deserve reassurance. Meanwhile, you get news about a job opening.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A romantic encounter with a loving Libra could make the Lion a happily purring Feline this week. Be open to Cupid’s encouraging signals. In addition, a workplace change is coming.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) This is a good week for mending fences with family and friends. Put those minor irritations behind you and rebuild those once-precious relationships.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) An investment opportunity needs closer scrutiny. You’re not getting all the information you need. On another note, a personal relationship bodes far more positive potential.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Someone might try to get you to reveal a secret that you vowed to keep sacred. Stick with your commitment to your promise and reject all attempts to get you to give it up.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) This is a good time to change some longstanding routines. Let yourself be more flexible in adapting to new situations. You’ll appreciate what happens next.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A chance to travel opens up. Consider asking someone who has recently become very special in your life to go with you. Good things are always better when shared.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A neighbor is revealed as the source of some upsetting events, but you need to be wary of a confrontation until you have absolute proof. Other neighbors can help.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A business decision needs to be made. Be aware that what you decide will affect a close associate. Talk it over with them before making your move.

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Educational Event

This educational session is free for seniors and their families that have a private long-term care insurance policy (either traditional or a hybrid policy) and have annual premiums. We will discuss the generalities of long-term care insurance policies, rate increases, and how to navigate if you need to make a claim and receive the policy's benefits.

Tuesday, September 24 1030am - 1130am Hamilton Public Library meeting room 3700 S. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ. 85248

Tuesday, October 8

1130am - 1230pm Civic Center Library 3839 S. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ. 85251

Wednesday, October 16 1030am - 1130am Amada Senior Care 1660 S Alma School Rd., #223, Mesa, AZ. 85210