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SMOKE SIGNALS
Volume46,No.10
What’s Inside …
Table of Contents
From the Editor:
Birthdays and Anniversaries, p. 2
Association Phone Numbers, p. 3
Important Phone Numbers, p. 4
President’s Message, p. 5
Association Board Mtg Minutes for September 8, 2025, pp. 6-7
Financial Report August 2025, p. 8
Flyer – Craft Fair, p.9
Flyer – Halloween Potluck, p. 10
Flyer – Bingo; $7 Meal/Karaoke, p. 11
Flyer – Men’s Breakfast; Out to Brunch; Card Bingo - p. 12
Flyer – Carport Sale, p. 13
Flyer – Christmas Bonanza, p. 14
Calendar, p. 15
Out ‘N About, p. 16
Photos – pp. 17-20
OCTOBER2025
Quick Calendar
Association Board Mtg – Monday, October 6th at 10:00am
Bingo Monday, October 13th at 1:00 pm.
Men’s Breakfast Club, Tues., Oct. 14th At 8:00am –2nd Tuesday of month, at Denny’s, 1290 N. State St., San Jacinto RSVP required: Rod Brown 951-629-9280
Out To Brunch Friday, Oct. 17 at 10:30 am. All residents invited @ Delgado’s on Main Street, San Jacinto Info: Barbara at 206-778-3726
Craft Fair Saturday, October 18th 10:00am - 2:00 pm. In the Clubhouse
Halloween Potluck, Saturday, October 25th Doors open at 4:30; Dinner at 5:30; Music/Dance
Karaoke Night, 4th Wednesday, Oct. 29th Doors open at 5:15; Dinner 5:30; Music/ Dance at 6 pm NOTE: 5th Wednesday this month only
Carport Sale Saturday, NOVEMBER 1st 8:00am - 1:00 pm.
Card Bingo – Every Tuesday at 1:00pm
Billiards –Every Tuesday 1:00pm 8-Ball Game Every Wednesday 1:00 8-Ball/Call Pocket Game
Swimming Pool activities have ended.
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Hi, Neighbors,
If your birthday or anniversary does not appear in the monthly Smoke Signals when it should, please let me know; we don’t need the year—just the month and day.
Do you have a new phone number? Have you discontinued your land line? Please let me know so we can update our records and reach you if necessary.
Do you want to submit items to be published in the section “Out ‘n About in the Park”?
Do you have suggestions of other items you would like to see in the Smoke Signals?
Please submit this information to me by the 14th of the month to be published in next month’s issue. You can drop off your submissions at my mail tube at Space 184, or in the wooden Smoke Signals box in the Park’s outer office or emailme at bryant2230@cs.com.
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 951-442-3327.
Marge Bryant Smoke Signals Editor
Happy Birthday
10/3 BettySimen 23
10/3 HelenHedell 27
10/3 MariaLeonSolis 43
10/3 IsaiasMagana 74
10/3 PreciosaCaldarone247
10/4 CharlesSwenson 241
10/5 GeraldManriquez 186
10/5 JoannaManriquez 186
10/7 ValeriaWilliams 59
10/8 BarbaraClarke 221
10/9 RobinRuiz 96 10/11 LeslieWade 105 10/12 RennellPalmer 77 10/12 CarlosAcentares 97 10/13 DianeWard 94 10/15 HarryLyles 243 10/19 LarryCarter 209 10/20 IreneZepeda 240 10/22 RobertKaiser 144 10/22 MadelineCorrea 194
Happy Anniversary
10/7 Gaylen & Cynthia Johnson 52
10/24 JonathanJackson 246 10/25 JuliaRusso 97 10/26 CharlotteArmas 161 10/27 DavidBurke 131 10/29 JoseCorrea 194 10/30 RhondaKnebel 183 10/30 MargeBryant 184 10/31 BarbaraGallego 218
smiles in the same language
SOBOBA SPRINGS RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION
Effective February 2025
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President Sue Ashby 951-396-1197 # 30
1St Vice President
Rosemary Bullen 909-534-4505 #123
2nd Vice President Diana Lujan 951-490-7757 #122
Secretary Barbara Millsap 206-778-3726 # 12
Treasurer Rhonda Dubski 951-205-6503 #195
BOARD MEMBERS
Danie Allen
425-985-0011 #151
Marge Bryant 951-442-3327 #184
Frank Bulleit 951-200-0032 #192
Dave Bullen 909-315-0830 #123
Clara Correia 951-306-9930 #104
Jon Mathisen 951-675-0739 #237
Wendy Mathisen 951-990-6632 #237
Jerry Millsap 206-355-1625 # 12
Luci Nelson 951-324-3772 #156
Elena Noble 951-746-6073 # 29
Ernie Noble 951-970-6179 # 29
Yvette Leyva 951-551-5734 # 5
Linda Padgett 951-218-9670 #126
Dave Sandretto 951-392-9577 #163
Rhonda Sandretto 951-223-0843 #163
Deborah Swenson 442-243-8479 #241
Office: 951-654-4710 8:00am – noon and 1:00pm to 5:00pm (daily)
After Hours Park EMERGENCY: 714-996-6600
Lake Park Corporate Office: 714-632-1646
SOBOBA SPRINGS RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION
Important PhoneNumbers
EMERGENCY: 911
(Don’t call Park Management!)
Police (non-emergency)
160 West 6th St., San Jacinto
951-654-2702
Fire (non-emergency) 951-940-6948
(call them if you fall & need assistance)
Riverside County Resources: 211
HOT LINES
Elder Abuse
800-491-7123
Poison Control Center 800-222-1222
Suicide Prevention 800-273-8255
UTILITIES
Frontier /Customer Serv
800-921-8101
Frontier /Repair 800-921-8106
So Cal Edison /CustServ 800-655-4555
So Cal Edison /CARE Program 800-4476620
Gas Co
800-427-2200
CR&R (Trash) 800-755-8112
EMWD (Water) 800-698-0400
TITLE & REGISTRATION
951-782-4431
Housing Community Development (HCD)
Mobilehome Title, Registration, Permits
3737 Main St., Suite 400, Riverside
City of San Jacinto
City Hall: 595 S. SanJacinto, San Jacinto
SOCIAL SECURITY
3095 Devonshire, Hemet
Hemet office 855-207-7086
National line 800-772-1213
DMV 800-777-0133
1200 South State St., Hemet
Post Office 951-654-6172
315 East Esplanade Ave., San Jacinto
Senior Services 951-654-2054
625 South Pico Ave., San Jacinto
Office on Aging 800-510-2020
Riverside County
Veteran’s Services 951-766-2566
749 N. State St., SuiteB4, Hemet
Hospital: Hemet Valley Med Center: 951-652-2811
1117 East Devonshire Ave., Hemet
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Dial-A-Ride
800-795-7887
Riverside Transit Agency 800-800-7821 Metrolink 800-371-5465
Mt. San Jacinto College 951-487-6752 1499 N. State St., San Jacinto
Valley Wide Recreation 951-654-1505 901 West Esplanade Ave., San Jacinto
Animal Control (Riverside County)
581 S. Grand Ave., San Jacinto 951-358-7387
Soboba Springs Golf 951-654-9354
1020 Soboba Road, San Jacinto
Soboba Casino/Restaurants 951-654-4300
22777 Soboba Road, San Jacinto
Happy October! As the weather cools, be sure you spend time with the people who keep your heart warm.
President’s Message
Hello Soboba Springs Residents,
I can feel October in the air, and as we say goodbye to summer, I look forward to cooler temperatures and some exciting events coming our way in the coming months.
Late August events brought a lot of fun and entertainment. The “Summer of 69” party in August was so much fun! Quite a few people got in on the theme and dressed in their best 1960’s outfits and peace sign images, and great 1960’s music. The August Out to Brunch event saw a record attendance at Delgado’s Restaurant. I was excited to see so many people gathering and socializing together. And the food was excellent.
In September, Card Bingo also saw a record number of participants, with additional tables set up for the fun. As I write this, the End of Summer party is coming up as our final summer party. But don’t worry, there are plenty of exciting events coming!
The Association is working on two events for October. The first is a craft fair where we are hoping to have twenty or more crafters, and then, of course, our much-anticipated Halloween Potluck event. The plans are being finalized, and we are all excited to see the different costumes the residents and guests will be showing up in. It is sure to be so much fun!
Our weekly and monthly events continue throughout the fall season with Card Bingo, Billiards, Bingo, Karaoke, and out of the park Men’s Breakfast and Out to Brunch, not to mention our highly anticipated parties. This is a great time to join in on one or more of these exciting activities. I also wanted to remind everyone that our annual carport sale will be on Saturday, November 1st. Wishing everyone a wonderful October!
Sincerely,
Sue Ashby, Association President
Association Board Meeting Minutes
September 8, 2025
Soboba Springs Residents Association
Monthly General Board Meeting, September 8, 2025
Meeting called to order by President Sue Ashby at 10:07 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance by Sue Roll Call by Secretary Barbara Millsap: Absent: Diana Lujan, Marge Byant, Dave Bullen, Clara Corriea, Luci Nelson, Yvette Leyva. There were no guests.
Park Manager’s Report: Rocky was unable to attend, but Sue reports that he said there is nothing new to share. Wendy Mathisen said she would have asked about the problem of “porch pirates” that now includes items taken from mailboxes. Sue said mailbox theft should be reported to the post office, but the office cannot be responsible for what’s on the porches, as that’s the homeowner's responsibility.
Approval of August Board Minutes as printed in the current Smoke Signals: Sue found an error on page 6 under“Pool get-together” that should have said they happen every Thursday, not Wednesday. Danie moved to approve the minutes as corrected, and Wendy seconded the motion. Approved unanimously.
Financial Report forAugust by Treasurer Rhonda Dubski: Rhonda is expected and will give the report when she arrives.
August Wrap Up:
Bingo and Card Bingo: Bingo was cancelled last month because the electricity was possibly going to be out. Card bingo has continued to be fun and growing. There were an unprecedented 7 tables two weeks ago, but it was also Doris Mathers’ birthday and everyone wanted to wish hera happy ‘Day.
Out to Brunch at Delgado’s was the best attended since we began. The food was excellent, and it was a fun morning with 18 residents and guests.
Summer of ’69 party: Danie said it was well attended, much fun with great costumes and lots of dancing while the movie Woodstock played soundlessly on the tv.
$7 Dinner and Karaoke: The fried chicken and potato or macaroni salad was nicely enhanced by Clara’s spinach and strawberry salad. The singers were great as usual.
Pool Get-Together/Exercise Day: The social gathering and exercises by Elizabeth Dominguez willcontinue Thursdays at 3:30 through September, with 6-8 people usually attending.
Upcoming Events:
Car Wash: The teenagers are not available to do this, but Sue asked if any Board members would like to volunteer to do it. Wendy said she doesn’t even wash her own car, and it would be too taxing to do this. Everyone agreed with a resounding no.
Out to Brunch: We will go to Polly’s Pies on Sept. 19th. Rosemary volunteered to take RSVP’s and notify Polly’s with a number. Sue asked if going back to Delgado’s was a possibility since the response was so great last time. No one disagreed, so we will go there on Oct. 17th .
Association Board Meeting Minutes
September 8, 2025
Birthday/Anniversary Cake: This was started at karaoke in hopes of bringing in more people, but it didn’t. The final cake willbe available at the Sept. 24th karaoke dinner night. Q: Can we put a voucher in the birthday card fora free dinner at karaoke? A: We tried that already.
Summer Dance Parties: End of Summer Potluck on Sept. 27th will have a flyer out on the 18th. It is a potluck, with doors opening at 4:30 and food served at 5:00. It isfree but please bring a dish to share with at least 6-8 people. Decorating will be on the 25th , Jimmy Allen will do the music for the evening. He will have a tip jar and willsplit funds with the Association. There will be an opportunity drawing and Bonanza entry tickets. Q: Can we have it around the pool? A: No, that would have liability issues.
Craft Fair: Danie and Rosemary are hoping to get 20-25 vendors for the Oct. 18th Fair. The Association will sell a lunch of a hot dog,chips, drink and a cookie for $5, or $7 for two hot dogs. Danie willtry to get a knife sharpener and a goldbuyer as well. Sue will ask for permission for a banner out on Lake Park Drive. Barbara will shop for the hot dogs and accompaniments; Rosemary and Debra will cook and sellthem at the Fair. Barbara will advertise on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, etc.
Christmas Bonanza: As of this writing, the balance is $2370. The rules for this new “event” have been written to clarify how the game will be administered. Copies were handed out and suggestions were sought for additions, corrections, etc. There were none, but the rules will continue to evolve as questions come up. The final draft will be included in the next Smoke Signals and on Facebook.
Taxes: Rhonda D has filed the Association tax returns for 2024. She and Sue will complete the audit before the end of the calendar year. Since they were not signatories on last year’s bank account orbooks, Sue asked if there were any objections to them completing the audit. The answer was that there were no objections. Sue said a volunteer will be used next year.
Voting: In December voting willtake place for the new Board. A nominating committee willbe formed in November. Sue asked everyone to think about their plans to serve another year, to be addressed at the next meeting.
Board Members’ Round Table Discussion: Frank Bulliet said the Soboba Fire Dept. will offer CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training in October. Anyone interested can call the Fire department, non-emergency line, please. Jerry reminded everyone that he willcollect recycling this coming Saturday 8-10 a.m.
Meeting adjourned at 11: 16.
Next Board meeting is October 6, 2025, at 10 a.m. in the Clubhouse.
Note: Rhonda Dubskidid not attend the meeting. The financial report will be printed in Smoke Signals and reviewed at the next meeting for approval.
Submitted by: Barbara Millsap, Association Secretary
DEPOSITS
8/04/25 EPMmonthlydues $732.00
8/04/25 Recycle $ 52.00
8/04/25 ClubhouseRental $200.00
8/04/25 Recycle $ 45.00
8/04/25 CardBingo $ 17.00
8/14/25 Anonymousdonation $125.00
8/29/25 Recycle $ 47.00
8/29/25 CardBingo(3weeks) $ 74.00
8/29/25 Summerof’69donationtoC/Bonanza $ 30.00
8/29/25 Recycle $ 81.00
8/29/25 Karaokeincome&donations $199.00 TOTALDEPOSITS
CHECKS/DEBITS
#3018 MartaFabela–Clubhouserentalrefund $150.00 #3019 YolandaWilliams–Clubhouserentalrefund $150.00 #3020 DanieAllen–Summerof’69décor $ 38.03 #3021 RosemaryBullen–Birthday/AnnivCards+décor $ 70.31 #3022 JaroldMillsap–DoublesidedCork/Whiteboard $140.27 #3023 BarbaraMillsap–Soda,water,cups $107.22 #3024 DanieAllen–Summerof’69décor $ 48.89 #3025 BarbaraMillsap–KaraokeFood $118.00 #3026 Cash–KaraokeMusic $200.00 #3027 RhondaDubski–replenishpapergoods&plasticware $ 39.43 TOTALCHECKS/DEBITS ($1062.15)
RhondaDubski,AssociationTreasurer
Handmade Craft Fair
Saturday, October 25th Doors
BINGO
October 13, 1:00 p.m. IN THE CLUBHOUSE
COME AND HAVE SOME FUN
Our $7.00 Meal Night
Stay for Karaoke or just come for the meal.
October 29, Dinner at 5:30, Music starts at 6pm
Members free or $7.00 with meal. (soda, water and coffee will be available)
You may bring an Adult Drink.
Entrance
Karaoke and Music with KJ Greg Music and Dancing
Come and have fun with your friends
Soboba Springs Residents Association
Men’s Breakfast Club
Have breakfast with men of the park
Denny’s, 1290 N State St, San Jacinto
Second Tuesday of each month
October 14, 8am
RSVP is required to Rod Brown at 951-626-9280
OUTTOBRUNCH
All Residents Invited!
Delgado’s Mexican Restaurant, 517 E Main St, San Jacinto
NextBrunchisOctober17,10:30a.m.
RSVPtoSueAshbyat951-396-1197–callortext
CARD BINGO
EVERY TUESDAY AT 1PM IN THE CLUBHOUSE
Call Rhonda Dubski if you have any questions at 951-205-6503
Parkwide Carport Sale
Saturday, November 1st
8:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Your carport
Makesomeextracashandfreeupsomespace!
Startcleaningoutyourstorage,yourcarport, cupboards,closets,andunderthebed!
Advertising in local papers and Social Media
provided by your Residents Association
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ChristmasBonanza!!
The goal has been exceeded! Donations received so far are more than $2370.00
Thanks to everyone who has participated!
What is the Christmas Bonanza?
A $1000 cash – Grand Prize winner will be drawn at our Annual Christmas Dinner. Now that we have enough donations for our Grand Prize, now we are accepting donations for additional cash prizes.
Who is eligible to win?
Every resident residing in the Park as of December 1, 2025 will get one FREE entry into the Bonanza for a chance to win the Grand Prize and the additional cash prizes.
Want more chances to win?
Each time you attend an Association event you will get an additional entry ticket. Events include Karaoke, Card Bingo, Regular Bingo, Father’s Day, Sock Hop Party, Fiest Party, Island Party, Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc.
Helpusraisemorebysavingaluminumcans,plasticwaterbottles,plasticMilkcartons. Pleasemakesureallrecyclablesareemptyandclean.JerryMillsapwillpickupevery 2ndand4thSaturday.JustleavethebagsinfrontofyourhomeorcallJerry Milsap for otherpick-ups(206)355-1625.
OCTOBER 2025
Out ‘n About in the Park
Please add into your Directory
Couch 116
Dean & Ruth
Ortiz 18
Eddie & Gisela
Pet Care/House Sitting
My name is Dallas Roberts and I live here in the Park. I dog sit, dog walk, and inhome care for your cat or fur babies. I love animals. Also, I do house-sitting.
If I can be of help to you, please give me a call at 951-435-3478
Need Avon?
Please contact me for an Avon book at (714) 342-3508 or You may also look online at Avon.com/repstorell/roxanalopez
Text or Call Roxana, Space 114
Mary Kay Skin Care Products
Excellent products to give for daily skin care needs for Men & Women
Combination/Oily to Normal/Dry Sensitive Skin – all skin types
Call to receive your free Mary Kay Catalog from your Neighbor at Lake Park. Rennell Palmer - 951-264-1299 Website: marykay.com/rennellp
Cleaning Lady
Veleria is available to give you housekeeping help. Call Veleria at 951-593-2998 Sp.59
Need An Estate Sale?
Contact Diana Lujan at.951-490-7757
References available
Neighborly
We’re in this community for the benefit of this community. Need info? Call us at 916-271-6530
Dog Bone Ornaments
Colors available: Black, Blue, Green, Dark Red, black plaid ribbon for hanging 2 oz. ornament from tree. Bone 1” x 4”w + 4” Ribbon Diane Ramos at 714-757-9401
Danie Allen designs and produces jewelry. Call her—shecan show you the various items you might be interested in
For service, repairs, battery replacement on your clocks, watches, and key FOBs, contact James Allen at 206-295-9521
