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What’s Happening in April @ Rancho Mesa

Morning Mingle – Coffee & Donuts every Friday

Bingo Every Tuesday at 6:30pm (No Bingo on 5th Tuesdays)

Birthday Bingo 2nd Tuesday of the Month FREE CARD

(See calendar for all scheduled event dates)

Craft Wednesdays

Last Wednesday morning at 10am! See Calendar

Chair Exercises

Every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 9:30am

See calendar for schedule & times

April: A Season of Reflection, Renewal, and Community

April arrives with the beauty of spring flowers blooming, warmer sunshine, and a feeling of renewal all around us. It is also a month filled with meaningful observances, moments of reflection, and opportunities for our community to come together.

The month begins with a little laughter on April Fools' Day, a lighthearted day that reminds us that sometimes a smile or a harmless joke is just what we need to brighten our day.

April is also recognized as Earth Month, a time to appreciate the beauty of our planet and think about how we can help care for it. Whether planting flowers, conserving resources, or simply enjoying the outdoors, small actions can make a big difference.

For many in the Jewish community, April brings the sacred celebration of Passover, commemorating the Israelites’ journey to freedom and reminding us of the power of faith, perseverance, and hope. Another important day of remembrance is Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, when we honor the memory of the millions who lost their lives during the Holocaust and reaffirm the importance of compassion and standing against hatred.

For Christians, this month also includes the sacred days of Holy Week. Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples. Good Friday marks the day of his crucifixion, leading to the joyful celebration of Easter Sunday, which celebrates the resurrection and the promise of hope and new life.

Let me know if you have questions or comments! 508-2087617

Beverly.laval lee@yahoo. com

Here in our community, April also brings opportunities to gather together. Join your neighbors for our Easter Ham Dinner on April 12th at 4pm, a wonderful time to share good food and fellowship. Later in the month, our Park-Wide Yard Sale on April 25th from 7am to 1pm will be a great chance to find treasures, meet neighbors, and enjoy the spirit of community.

April reminds us that life is filled with moments of laughter, reflection, remembrance, and celebration. As spring continues to unfold around us, may we appreciate the beauty of our world, honor the traditions that matter to us, and continue to build the strong sense of community that makes our neighborhood such a special place.

Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful April.

RM SENIORS HELPING

RMSHS Election Meeting and Community Updates

The RMSHS would like to remind all residents about our upcoming Election Meeting on April 6th at 7:00 PM. This meeting is an important opportunity for residents to participate in the future of our community.

Elections help ensure that the voices of our residents are heard and that the leadership of our organization reflects the interests and needs of the community. Attending the meeting allows you to stay informed, ask questions, and take part in decisions that affect our neighborhood. A strong turnout shows support for the work being done and helps keep our organization active and engaged.

We encourage all residents to make every effort to attend. Your participation helps strengthen our community and ensures that our nonprofit continues to serve the residents of Rancho Mesa effectively.

Looking ahead, we also have some upcoming community activities and improvements. Our Park-Wide Yard Sale will take place on April 25th from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This is always a fun event for residents and visitors alike. It’s a great chance to clean out those closets, find new treasures, and meet neighbors throughout the park.

In addition, residents should be aware that work on the East Side wall is scheduled to begin in the second quarter of this year. This project is part of our ongoing efforts to maintain and improve our community for everyone.

Thank you to all residents who continue to support RMSHS and the many activities that help make Rancho Mesa a wonderful place to live. We look forward to seeing you at the April 6th Election Meeting. Your participation truly makes a difference.

RMSHS Board:

Executive Board:

Beverly Lavallee, President

508-208-7617

Richard Samaniego, Vice President 619-382-0710

Bergith Weber, Secretary 619-607-8237

Christina Samaniego, Treasurer 619-788-2309

Directors At Large:

Position Open (Election will be at April 6th meeting) Please come and vote!

Board of Directors

The purpose of this corporation is to improve the long-term health and wellbeing of seniors affected by long-term economic conditions.

All donations are completely tax deductible!!

A Huge “Thank You” to all the people who have donated to the Food Bank! You are truly making a difference in everyone who comes in for food!!

If you are interested in donating to our club’s fund, we can help you with that. All donations are greatly appreciated and all money works for residents of our park only!

EIN# 99-3301937

We are working hard to make our community safer!!

Don’t forget! We can pick you up for events in our golf cart or deliver meals to you from any event! We are happy that some are taking advantage of our services. We are picking people up and delivering meals.

Just give us a call! Beverly, 508-208-7617 or Dave 508-320-4840.

General Election News! Our election results will be announced to fill a vacant seat on the Board of Directors for the remainder of a vacancy for 2years, 2months at our April Meeting!

I hope everyone took the time to vote for one of the candidates on the voter ballot! We all have a say!!

Enjoying Our Park

Come on out! Our Events are Fun and Entertaining! Enjoy time with friends and neighbors.

This month: Easter Ham Dinner, Park Wide Yard Sale Day, Weekly Bingos, Ladies Lunch, Bunco Night, Friday Morning Coffee, Crafts & Chair Exercises with Christina!

Don’t forget kids time in the pool is from 11am – 5pm

APRIL CALENDAR

Rec Club Comments

Saturday, April 4th Breakfast 8:00-10:00AM

Come on down for a breakfast just the way you like it! Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Plain & Blueberry Pancakes, French Toast, Biscuits & Gravy, Hashbrowns, Toast, OJ and Coffee. All for only $6.00!! What a deal!! April birthdays get a FREE breakfast!!

Monday, April 6th RMSHS Meeting 7:00PM

Please come down to the Clubhouse for our Election Meeting! We will be installing a new Board Member. Please bring your questions, comments and suggestions, we would like to hear them! Snacks and Coffee are provided.

Sunday, April 12th Easter Ham Dinner 4:00PM

Come on down for some delicious Ham with all the fixings! The dinner will include: Spiral Glazed Ham, Potatoes, Corn or Green Beans, Salad, Roll & Butter and a Wonderful Easter Themed Dessert and a Drink! Don’t forget to bring money for the Cash Drawings!! Cost is: $7.00 per person, RSVP Required in the Black Box in Christina’s carport in Spc 85. Watch for Flyers!

Tuesday, April 14th Birthday Bingo 6:30PM

March Birthdays receive a free Bingo card! Come down for Birthday Cake, Ice Cream and a Birthday song! Cards are $1 each.

Wednesday, April 15th Bunco Night 6:00PM

All you Bunco players, be sure to get to the Clubhouse by 6pm or if for any reason you can’t make it, please call Phyllis early so she can get a substitute at 619-977-5604.

Thursday, April 16th Ladies Lunch at The Chinese Buffet 12:00PM

The ladies will be heading out of the park for lunch this month to the New Century Chinese Buffet at 868 Jackman St in El Cajon! Please contact Beverly at 508-208-7617 if you are planning to attend.

Saturday, April 25th Park Wide Yard Sale Day 7AM to 1PM

Get your Spring Cleaning done and out in your carport for the Park Wide Yard Sale Day! This is a one-day event on Saturday from 7am to 1pm. Good Luck! & Sell Lots!

Wednesday, April 29th Crafts with Christina 10:00AM

Come on down to the clubhouse and enjoy some relaxing time making crafts. No experience necessary!! Just some good fun and creativity.

Chair Exercises: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday mornings beginning at 9:30am. See the calendar for dates and times.

Bingo is every Tuesday evening at 6:30PM except for the 5th Tuesday of the month.

COMING IN MAY!

May 3rd – Cinco de Mayo Taco Dinner at 4pm

May 17th – Mother’s Day Dinner at 4pm – All ladies eat for FREE

May 25th – Memorial Day Cookout – 1-3pm IMPORTANT INTERNET ACCESS FOR OUR COMMUNITY

Follow our Rancho Mesa Residents Community Page on In Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Rancho-Mesa-Residents-Community

When BUGLE IS LATE you can access it online at: type into your browser then click on link. http://www.mobilehomeparkmagazines.com/1195-2/

PLEASE SIGN UP FOR OUR WEBSITE ACCESS!!

The website will offer residents a private area where you can access the Park Directory and other information!

Please Sign UP!!

www.rmseniorshelpingseniors.org

Did you know that ELS (our management) has a Considering Others program that can possibly help you?

Check it out at: www.considerothers.org/who-we-are/

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April Birthdays

Richard Samaniego #85

Deborah Bischof #66

Travis Anderson #1

Carolyn Smith #131

Beverly Lavallee #16

Nadine Ruiz #94

Diane Carlson #112

4/9 April McGinley #57

4/10 David Kolcz #18

4/11 Butch Green #139

4/15 Terry Sterling #123

4/15 Batool Juba #27

4/17 Esabel Episcopo #151

4/22 Mia Garza #96

4/24 Phyllis Graff #129

4/25 Geno Ruiz #94

4/28 Linda Eggers #95

4/30 Angie Rancour #35

Bulletin Board

Need a great Hair Stylist? Hair Color, Cut, Perm, Extensions, Nails, Pedicures, etc. Give Frankie Marino a call and book an appt today! 530-623-0773

Pick up a business card in the clubhouse!

Need Yardwork Done in the Community? Call Russell Snow ~ 619-254-3686~

Did you know that the Horseshoe Pit near the Laundry Room is finished and ready for players?

Give Dave Lavallee a call if you want to play or learn to play! 508-320-4840

Coyotes are out in the park day and night! Be aware and watch your pets!! We don’t want an aggressive coyote scooping them up!

NATIONAL DAYS & RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS

The First Day of Passover begins at sundown April 1st day with the first seder. The holiday, which celebrates the Exodus from Egypt, lasts seven days in Israel and eight days in the Dispora, concluding at nightfall on April 8 or April 9, respectively.

Earth Month takes place during April every year. It’s a time to raise environmental awareness and create consciousness around the issues that affect mother nature during this time of crisis. Every April, leaders, and environmental activists from all over the world join hands to create sustainable development and offer climate solutions, to minimize our carbon footprint and prevent further harm to our planet’s natural resources. It’s increasingly important to observe this month as Earth starts to unravel the harmful effects of climate change which not only poses a threat to our existence but is irreversibly damaging all forms of life. Learn more about how you can participate this Earth Month.

Holy Thursday is commemorated annually on the Thursday before Easter and takes place on April 2 this year. Its name varies, also being called Maundy Thursday, Green Thursday (in Germany), or Sheer Thursday. It is a catholic cultural holiday where Christians commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples, as observed in the “Bible.” Although the remembrance of the Last Supper is done at every other Mass, Holy Thursday is a day specially dedicated to this biblical event and spiritual significance. This is the day for Christians to recognize that Jesus was betrayed and then crucified the next day.

Good Friday, April 3rd , commemorates the death of Jesus on Calvary, the site just outside the walls of Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified. It falls on the Friday before Easter, for 2026. Most Christian denominations recognize Good Friday as a holy day, with many, including members of Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Lutheran faiths, fasting and attending church services. But there is so much more to this holiday than just these religious rituals. Good Friday is, for many, an intensely personal day of prayer and devotion.

History reminds us of not only what has passed, but it also narrates tales of sufferings and victories, and this is why we celebrate Yom HaShoah, which takes place on Nisan 27. If the 27th is adjacent to the Jewish Sabbath, the date shifts by a day. This year, it begins at sunset on April 13 and ends at sunset on April 14. Yom HaShoah is a Holocaust Remembrance Day when Jews from all over the world stop to reflect on the afflictions their ancestors faced. Many of these Jews are direct descendants of Holocaust victims and survivors. Approximately 11 million people died at the hands of Hitler and his followers and out of these 11 million people, 6 million were just Jews. In order to not forget about this important part of history, in 1951, the Israeli parliament ruled that Yom HaShoah be held every year.

RESIDENTS NEED TO KNOW

LADIES

LUNCH – April 16, 2026 at 12:00PM

April’s Ladies Lunch will be at the New Century Chinese Buffet on 868 Jackman St in El Cajon.

Please contact Beverly by phone or text at 508-208-7617 if you plan to attend! We hope to see you there!!

PLEASE RECYCLE PROPERLY!!

Only throw items in blue bins that are recyclable.

NO PLASTIC BAGS! those go in the trash bins.

Breakdown boxes, throw only cardboard, bottles, cans and paper goods! NO TRASH!!

PLEASE BE A RESPONSIBLE PET OWNER!!

Clean up after your dog poops!! That is your responsibility!! Stepping on or driving over your dog’s poop piles is never pleasant. Be a responsible pet owner and pick up after your dogs. The poop piles around the park are an eye sore and no one wants to see them!!

NO PETS, FOOD OR DRINKS IN THE POOL TABLE ROOM! PEOPLE ARE RUINING THE TABLES!!

NO RESIDENT PARKING IN THE VISITOR PARKING SPACES!!

Those spaces are for visitors only!!

When residents are parked in the visitor spaces around the clubhouse during events that means that our residents that have physical limitations have nowhere to park. Park in your carports or rent a parking space in the lots for your extra car!! Be a responsible resident!!

Food Bank

~~~~ We are Friends Helping Friends~~~~

COMMUNITY FOOD BANK

The Food Bank is open EVERY SATURDAY starting at 8:00am!! ALL ARE WELCOME!! Everything goes very quickly so get there at 8am for the best selections!! Please remembers that the food bank is for everyone regardless of income!! We are all thankful for what we can get!! Donation Can’s will be out at all events if you’d like to donate to the Food Bank!

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT

“ It’s been my honor to have been able to make this food bank an area of help to those who need it. ~Beverly Lavallee, Spc #16”

For our Mex-Spanish Residents!

¡Hola a todos!

Este mes tendremos la Cena de Jamón de Pascua el 12 de abril a las 4 p.m. ¡Estén atentos a los volantes!

Además, limpien sus closets y cobertizos para la Venta de Patio en todo el parque el 25 de abril de 7 a.m. a 1 p.m. ¡Pongan sus cosas en su cochera y esperen a que la gente venga a comprar! Se colocarán carteles alrededor de El Cajón y publicaciones en redes sociales. No olviden asistir al Desayuno el 4 de abril y al banco de alimentos todos los sábados a las 8 a.m. ¡Por favor saquen sus latas y botellas reciclables el 25 de abril antes del mediodía para que podamos recogerlas!

¡Que tengan un maravilloso abril!!

WELCOME COMMITTEE PERSON

For our Vietnamese Residents!

Xin chào mọi người!

Tháng này chúng ta sẽ có Bữa Tối Giáng Sinh với Thịt Giăm Bông vào ngày 12 tháng 4 lúc 4 giờ chiều. Hãy để ý các tờ rơi!

Ngoài ra, hãy dọn dẹp tủ quần áo và kho của bạn cho một Ngày Bán Hàng Toàn Công Viên vào ngày 25 tháng 4 từ 7 giờ sáng đến 1 giờ chiều. Đặt đồ của bạn trong mái để xe và chờ người đến mua! Biển hiệu sẽ được đặt xung quanh El Cajon và đăng trên mạng xã hội.

Đừng quên tham dự Bữa Sáng vào ngày 4 tháng 4 và ngân hàng thực phẩm vào mỗi thứ Bảy lúc 8 giờ sáng. Xin hãy đưa lon và chai có thể tái chế ra vào ngày 25 tháng 4 trước 12 giờ trưa để chúng tôi đến lấy! Chúc bạn một tháng Tư tuyệt vời!!

If you have a new neighbor that has moved in, please contact Phyllis Graff in Space 129 at 619-977-5604 and let her know. She is the Welcome Committee Person and goes and greets the newbies and gives them a folder with helpful information about our community!

New Residents! Welcome to Rancho Mesa!! SAVE THE DATE!!

A Huge Welcome to our New Residents in Space 18!! Spc# 10 – Welcome to Jeff!! I met him briefly…more information to come! Please add them to your Directories!

Easter Ham Dinner

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 4pm

Come on down for our Annual Easter Ham Dinner. Dinner will include: Spiral Glazed Ham, Potatoes, Corn or Green Beans, Salad, Roll & Butter, an Easter Themed Dessert & a Drink!

Cost: $7.00 per person Watch for Flyers and Sign up Early!! Now’s the perfect time to clean out those shed closets, and storage spaces! Join the fun and sell your extra treasures at our Park Wide Yard Sale –Saturday, April 25th from 7am–1pm.

ATTENTION BUNCO PLAYERS

Looking for More Players!!

Bunco Night is on April 15th at 6:00PM

Want to play? Give Phyllis Graff a call at 619-977-5604, Spc #129

1st Saturday of every month!!

Our Community Breakfast Is held on the 1st Saturday of the month from 8:00 – 10:00am We cook your breakfast just the way you like it! Call 508-208-7617 for a ride or meal delivery!

An Opportunity for you to help us help others in the park!

RM Seniors Helping Seniors is making an effort to help people to recycle and also to alleviate the room in the recycle bins!

The recycling program is working!! People are donating to help us help others!! PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING YOUR BOTTLES & CANS TO HELP OUR CLUB!! Please only put bottles and cans that say CRV recycling on them!

Please no medicine bottles or anything that does not say CRV on the labels!!

The April pickup date will be on April 25th!!

Please your blue bags near your mailbox by 12 noon! While picking up your bags we will give you a new blue bag.

Call Dave at 508-320-4840 for earlier pickups. A new blue bag will be provided to you. This will help with the recycling and will also help our group!!

Food Bank Donation Jar

Please continue donating to our food bank when you come to events. There is a donation jar located on the check in table with Christina! A Huge THANK YOU to all who are giving!! You are making a difference!!

Cheryl Sampo

Will be in the Clubhouse during our April Breakfast and Food Bank to speak with anyone interested in learning more about your Medicare Options! She offers all plans!

Stop by and see what she has to offer and how it can help you!

Easter: Faith, Renewal, and Spring Traditions

Each spring, people around the world celebrate Easter, a holiday rich in both religious meaning and seasonal traditions.

For Christians, Easter is the most important celebration of the year. It marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ, three days after his crucifixion on Good Friday. The resurrection represents hope, renewal, and the promise of new life. Easter also follows the season of Lent, a time of reflection, prayer, and preparation observed by many Christians.

Easter also coincides with ancient spring festivals that celebrated the end of winter and the return of light and growth. Some historians believe the name Easter may be linked to Eostre, associated with fertility and the renewal of nature.

Many familiar Easter traditions reflect these themes of new life. Eggs have long symbolized rebirth and renewal, while rabbits known for their abundance represent fertility and the arrival of spring.

Today, Easter blends spiritual meaning with joyful seasonal customs. Whether celebrated through church services, family gatherings, or community events, the holiday reminds us of hope, renewal, and the beauty of new beginnings that spring brings.

Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful Easter season filled with hope, warmth, and togetherness.

An Easter Blessing

On this joyful day of Easter, may the miracle of the risen Jesus Christ fill your heart with peace, hope, and renewed faith.

May the promise of new life that Easter brings remind us that even after the darkest days, light and love return again. May your home be filled with laughter, your heart with gratitude, and your spirit with the blessings of the season.

As spring awakens around us, may we also be renewed with kindness, compassion, and a deeper sense of togetherness with our neighbors and friends.

May the joy of Easter bring you comfort, the beauty of spring bring you peace, and the love of family and community bring you lasting happiness.

Wishing you a blessed and joyful Easter.

Puzzles and Word Games you

Paul Revere Southern Flower

Adams Belfry

Boston

British

By land

By sea Church

Concord

Dawes

Firing

Grenadiers

Hancock

Horse Lantern Lexington March Midnight North end Patriot Paul Platoon Revere Revolution Ride Signal Silversmith Troops

Warren

Across

1.Computer memory units

5.High school class

8.Need for fishermen

9.Regrets

11.Jason’s ship

12.“Cogito, ___ sum”

13.It isn’t silver or gold

15.Long, long time

16.Some baby toys

21.Cosmetic additive

22.Hokkaido people

24.Poet Angelou

25.___ tide

26.Battle of Britain grp.

27.Opens a door

Down

1.CEO’s degree

2.Make, as money

3.Garbage in, garbage out

4.Unhearing

5.Largest island in the world

6.Circular domed

dwelling

7.Prefix with phone

10.Costa del ___

14.Jersey call

16.Battering device

17.Winged

18.Spanish painter

19.In ___ of

20.A breeze

23.Bull markets

How to solve sudoku puzzles

April Sudoku

No math is required to solve a sudoku. You only need logic and patience.

Simply make sure that each 3x3 square region has only one instance of the numbers 1-9. Similarly, each number can only

appear once in a column or row in the larger grid. The difficulty on this puzzle is easy.

The headline is a clue to the answer in the diagonal.

TRIVIA TEASER

I Feel Like a Number

1.What actor was offered the role of 007 for The Living Daylights, but lost out due to his contractual obligations for the TV series Remington Steele? a-Colin Firth, b-Tom Selleck, c-Pierce Brosnan, d-Stellan Skarsgard.

2.What number was assigned to the captive title character on TV's The Prisoner? a-2, b-3, c-5, d-6.

3.Zero, Plato and Killer are friends of the title character of what comic strip? a-"Beetle Bailey," b-"Betty Boop," c-"Little Iodine," d-"Zippy the Pinhead."

4.Who played the former Borg, Seven of Nine, on Star Trek: Voyager? a-Jeri Ryan, b-Roxann Dawson, c-Jennifer Lien, d-Suzie Plakson.

5.Who played Number Two, the head henchman of Dr. Evil, in the Austin Powers movies? a-Will Patton, b-Bill Campbell, c-Robert Wagner, d-Samuel L. Jackson.

6.What rock band had a 1980 hit with the song "Hey 19?" a-Blood, Sweat & Tears, b-Steely Dan, c-The Edgar Winter Group, d-ZZ Top.

7.In 1963, Charles Schulz added a new kid to the "Peanuts" neighborhood whose name consisted of what number? a-3, b-4, c-5, d-7.

8.Zero Mostel won a Tony Award for his performance as the title character in which Broadway musical? a-Jesus Christ: Superstar, b-The Music Man, c-Pal Joey, d-Fiddler on the Roof.

9.Which title TV character had a best friend named Six? a-Hannah Montana, bBlossom, c-Punky Brewster, d-Moesha.

10.Maxwell Smart was Agent 86 on TV's Get Smart. What was the number assigned to his partner-wife, played by Barbara Feldon? a-13, b-24, c-36, d-99.

QUOTES

All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.

Martin Buber

No idea is final.

Taika Waititi

I would unite with anybody to do right; and with nobody to do wrong.

Frederick Douglass

I feel that we're all lighthouses, and my job is to shine my light as brightly as I can to the darkness.

Jim Carrey

Happiness is a simple, frugal heart.

Nikos Kazantzakis

In a dark time, the eye begins to see.

Theodore Roethke

Judge nothing, you will be happy. Forgive everything, you will be happier.

Sri Chinmoy

We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be.

Kurt Vonnegut

If you don't know where you are going, any road will get you there.

George Harrison

The point is not to pay back kindness but to pass it on.

Julia Alvarez

I'm an idealist. I don't know where I'm going, but I'm on my way.

Carl Sandburg

For small creatures such as we the vastness is bearable only through love.

Carl Sagan

The higher we soar the smaller we appear to those who cannot fly.

Friedrich Nietzsche

Here is a test to find whether your mission on earth is finished: If you're alive, it isn't.

Richard Bach

The lighter side

Psychiatry seminar

Psychiatry students were attending their first seminar. It was on emotional extremes. The professor wanted to establish some parameters, so he asked what they would say was the opposite of joy.

"Sadness," replied Mr. Nichols.

Ms. Biggs defined the opposite of depression as elation.

"And Mr. Martin, what is the opposite of woe?"

Bubba replied, "I believe that would be giddyup!"

The speeder

A man is stopped by police for speeding and the officer asks him for his license.

"I don't have one," the man says. "It was taken away for drunk driving."

So the officer asks for the man's vehicle registration.

"I don't have one," the man says. "This car is stolen and I've murdered the owner and stuck him in the trunk."

At this point, the officer calls for backup and in no time 10 police cars surround the stopped speeder.

The sergeant on the scene approaches the car and orders the man to open his trunk. He does and it is empty. The sergeant then asks for the man's driver's license. The man pulls out a valid license and vehicle registration.

"I don't get it," the sergeant says, "My officer here says you told him you had no license or registration and that you stole this car."

The man shakes his head and says, "I bet that liar told you I was speeding too."

Answer to 'I Feel Like a Number'

1-c, Pierce Brosnan 2-d, 6

3-a, "Beetle Bailey" 4-a, Jeri Ryan

5-c, Robert Wagner

6-b, Steely Dan 7-c, 5 8-d, Fiddler on the Roof 9-b, Blossom 10-d, 99

April 2026 Calendar

Awareness Months

ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH.

AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH.

BEAVER AWARENESS MONTH.

DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS MONTH.

GLOBAL ASTRONOMY MONTH.

NATIONAL CANCER CONTROL MONTH.

NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH.

NATIONAL DONATE LIFE MONTH.

PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS MONTH.

STRESS AWARENESS MONTH.

Events

1, April Fool’s Day.

1, PASSOVER begins before sundown on Wednesday, April 1 and ends after nightfall on April 9.

3, GOOD FRIDAY.

5, EASTER.

5, GOLD STAR SPOUSES DAY. Since 2010, honoring surviving spouses of armed forces members.

5-11, MERRIE MONARCH FESTIVAL AND HULA COMPETITION. Hilo HI. Honors King David Kalakauna.

6-12, NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS RIGHTS WEEK.

6-12, THE MASTERS TOURNAMENT. Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, GA. Web: masters.com

7, INTERNATIONAL BEAVER DAY.

10-12 and 17-19, COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL. Empire Polo Grounds, Indio, CA. Music and arts festival. Web: coachella.com.

11, CIVIL RIGHTS ACT, 62nd anniversary.

11, NATIONAL PET DAY.

12, DOGWOOD FESTIVAL. Camdenton, MO. Spring carnival.

15, INCOME TAX PAY DAY.

16, NATIONAL STRESS AWARENESS DAY.

16-26, FIESTA SAN ANTONIO. Since 1891.

17, BAT APPRECIATION DAY.

19, OKLAHOMA CITY BOMBING REMEMBRANCE, 1995.

19-26, NATIONAL PARK WEEK.

20, BOSTON MARATHON, 130th RUNNING.

21, AGGIE MUSTER. Texas A&M University, College Station, TX. Current and former students gather to honor fellow Aggies. Web: aggienetwork.com.

22, EARTH DAY

23, FIRST MOVIE THEATER OPENS. Apr 23, 1896, New York City at Koster and Bials Mustic Hall.

23, ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY.

25, ARBOR DAY. Since 1872. Web: arborday.org.

25, WORLD PENGUIN DAY.

25, FIDDLER’S FROLICS. Hallettsville, TX. Since 1971.

25, WASHMO BBQ & BLUESFEST. Wash-

ington, MO. Web: downtownwashmo.org.

26-May 3, HISTORIC GARDEN WEEK IN VIRGINIA. 92nd annual. Web: vagardenweek.org.

26, WORLD VETERINARY DAY.

30, INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY. Web: jazzday.com

30, FALL OF SAIGON, 1975. Fall of Saigon: North Vietnamese tanks entered the city, and the communist flag was raised over the presidential palace, marking the end of the war.

30, NATIONAL RAISIN DAY.

International

2, Argentina: Malvinas Day. Public holiday honoring fallen soldiers of the 1982 war to regain the Falkland Islands.

4, Senegal: Independence Day. Marks independence from France in 1960.

6, Thailand: Chakri Day. Marks founding of the dynasty by King Rama I.

8, Japan: Flower Festival. Commemorates Buddha's birthday.

14, India: Vaisakhi. Sikh holiday commemorates the founding of the brotherhood of the Khalsa in 1699.

18, Zimbabwe: Independence Day. Holiday celebrating independence in 1980.

19, Eswatini: King's Birthday. Marks the birth of King Mswati III in 1968.

21, Italy: Birthday of Rome. Traditionally thought to be in 753 B.C.

25, Egypt: Sinai Day. Holiday celebrates the return of Sinai to Egypt in 1982.

26, Tanzania: Union Day. Marks the union of mainland Tanzania and the islands of Zanzibar in 1964.

Earth Day 2026: The forest is fighting back

If you've ever doubted whether big environmental goals can actually be achieved, Pakistan has a story for you.

In 2014, the Pakistani province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa launched an audacious goal: plant one billion trees. Skeptics were plentiful. But by 2018, a WWF audit confirmed the province had not only hit its target but surpassed it — planting 872 million seedlings with an average survival rate of nearly 89 percent, ahead of schedule, expanding the region's forests by 350,000 hectares. The International Union for Conservation of Nature called it "a true conservation success story," and the province became the first entity in the world to complete the Bonn Challenge, a global pledge to restore degraded land.

Energized by that success, Pakistan launched the Ten Billion Tree Tsunami in 2019 — a nationwide, governmentbacked effort to keep going. More than 500,000 green jobs were created in the process, many of them going to daily workers in rural communities who needed them most. Forest cover has measurably increased around every major planting site.

No project this large is without bumps. Independent researchers note that survival rates at some sites run lower than official estimates, and that species selection and long-term care matter as much as raw planting numbers. But even the skeptics agree: this is one of the most ambitious reforestation efforts ever attempted, and it is working.

Want to plant a tree yourself?

One Tree Planted, a Vermont-based nonprofit, operates on the simplest possible model: $1 plants one tree. Their Earth Month 2026 projects span six continents, with recent work in Mexico's Veracruz highlands restoring watershed land and supporting local farming families. You choose the region, donate what you can, and they handle the rest.

Visit onetreeplanted.org to learn more.

How to boil your Easter eggs -- don't.

The absolute best method for hardboiled eggs that are easy to peel and have no green ring around the yolk (a sulfur-iron reaction from overcooking) is not boiling. It's steaming.

This approach is backed by extensive testing by Serious Eats, Cook's Illustrated, and America's Test Kitchen.

Steaming is more consistent than boiling because steam doesn't drop in temperature when you add the eggs, cooks gently to avoid overcooking the yolk, and loosens the membrane for near-effortless peeling.

3.Place steamer or colander in the pot and add eggs, placing eggs in a single layer in the steamer basket. Cover tightly with a lid.

4.Bring to boil and steam: Set timer for 12 minutes (for large eggs; 11 for medium, 13–14 for extralarge or if you prefer firmer yolks). Keep heat on high so the steam stays consistent.

5.Ice bath shock: Immediately transfer eggs to a large bowl of ice water (or run under very cold tap water). Let them cool fully (5–10 minutes)—this stops cooking, shrinks the egg slightly inside the shell, and makes peeling effortless.

-Precise timing prevents overcooking—steam is gentler, so you avoid the high heat that creates ferrous sulfide (the green/gray tint). Yolks stay bright yellow and creamy.

The bonus is that you get fewer cracked shells, more even cooking, and it works well even with fresher eggs (though older eggs—1–2 weeks old—still peel easiest).

Step-by-Step: The Foolproof Steaming Method (for 6–12 large eggs)

1.Use eggs straight from the fridge.

2.Pour about 1–1.5 inches of water into a pot (enough to create steam but not touch the eggs).

6.Peel: Tap the egg gently on a hard surface to crack the shell all over, then roll it to loosen more. Start peeling from the wider (blunt) end—often the air pocket is there. Peel under a trickle of cool running water if needed to help wash away bits and slide the shell off. Tips

-Don't overcrowd—steam needs to circulate.

-No need for vinegar, baking soda, or salt in the water).

-For extra-large or very fresh eggs: Add 1 minute to steam time and test one first.

April showers can also bring roof leaks

May flowers are nice, but when the April showers start leaking into your living room, you have more pressing things to think about.

Roof leaks can cause serious structural damage and leave you on the hook for some very expensive repairs, which is why homeowners should know how to identify leaks early and act fast.

Some leaks may be obvious. A leak above your washer and dryer might be coming from a pipe or vent. A quick solution might be one of several waterproof leak sealers available at your home store. Even if these work, contact a professional as soon as possible.

Brown or yellow discoloration on your ceilings or walls are a common indicator of water seeping in through

your roof. According to roofing contractor Shanco, your upper rooms or attic might also feel excessively damp or smell musty, which is often a sign of mold or mildew growth.

Your roof's exterior can also offer clues. Damaged, curling, or missing shingles open up vulnerable points for water to penetrate, and can generally be repaired easily. If you notice pooling water, seek repair services right away to preserve your home's structural integrity.

If you notice water actively dripping into your home, contact a roofing company right away for an emergency repair. Don't put it off -- it might cost you your ceiling.