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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Residents,

December is a joyous month as we celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa.

I thought I would follow up on my recent article on Rosh Hashana with some information on Hanukkah (also spelled Chanukah) which is celebrated this year on the nightfall of December 18 and ends on the nightfall of December 26, 2022.

The word Hanukkah means “dedication” and is celebrated on a different date of each year as the Jewish calendar is solar based rather than the lunar calendar followed by the majority of the world.

Hanukkah is an eight-day festival marking the victory of the Jewish freedom fighters (the Maccabees) over the Greek occupiers in the year 139 BCE. After recapturing Jerusalem's Holy Temple, which had been converted into a place of idol worship, the Maccabees found only one day's worth of pure oil to light the Temple menorah (candelabra). By a miracle of God, it continued to burn for eight days until new oil could be brought. The miracle proved that God had again taken his people under his protection; and in memory of the re-dedication of the temple, the sages appointed these eight days for annual thanksgiving and for lighting candles.

Today, we light one candle per night at home, in a doorway or window, and the lighting is performed after brief blessings are recited. Hanukkah's message is of the triumph of light over darkness and freedom to worship God. Hanukkah is a joyous holiday and traditionally is observed by eating doughnuts (sweetness) and potato Latkes (pancakes) which are fried in oil. In addition, a top called a dreidel containing four Jewish letters is spun to win or lose money (gelt).

This year the holiday of Hanukkah will be celebrated in the Vista Room on Monday, December 19 at 5 p.m. All residents are welcome to attend; so, get your tickets as soon as possible as the event is always a sellout.

As always, I hope your December is filled with the warmth of friends and love of family as we all celebrate living and worshiping together

Respectfully submitted, Warren M. Geller President, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

BOD NOTICE

This Notice is distributed according to NRS116.31083. At the beginning of every Board Meeting, there is a member comment period for comments relating to agenda items only At the end of every Board meeting, there is a member comment period for comments on any subject. During this period, the Board will hear member comments. The Board of Directors will not take action on comments or requests made during the comment periods. Agendas for the Board meeting are available one week prior to the meeting at the Front Desk and on the Association's website (www.suncityaliante.org). Copies of the minutes from a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after approval by the Board of Directors. Audio copies of a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after the minutes have been approved by the Board of Directors. The Association Office is located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89084. Office Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday The telephone number for obtaining an agenda is 702-638-5000. (Please note: This schedule is subject to change)

BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETING NOTICE

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

TIME

Cancelled

Wednesday, Januar y 11, 2022 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Februar y 8, 2023 10:00 a.m.

BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 Cancelled Wednesday, Januar y 11, 2022 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, Februar y 8, 2023 9:15 a.m.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BOARD MESSAGE

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

As 2022 draws to a close (where in the world did the year go?) and we prepare to usher in the most joyous time of year, allow me to be the first to wish all of our Sun City Aliante family the happiest, merriest, healthiest and most joyful Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanza and New Year ever

I hope that your Thanksgiving holiday was bountiful in love, friendship and culinary delights, and that you shared it with friends and family from near and far Perhaps the early part of December might be a good time to work off your Thanksgiving feast in our great exercise room and pool in preparation for the coming parties and dinners?

May the Holiday Season fill your hearts and lives with joy, health, good tidings and an appreciation for all that we have been blessed with in our lives. Life is far too short and fragile to “sweat the small stuff” when there is so much “big stuff” going on in our lives and in the world.

I hope and pray that 2023 brings with it wonderful things for you and your families and that the TRUE meaning of the Holiday Season fills your lives with peace, joy and holiday cheer

God bless and have a Happy and Blessed New Year!

Most respectfully, Mark Smith Vice President, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

The Breeze is a monthly publication of Sun City Aliante Community Association, Inc. (SCAL), designed to provide information and news to the members of Sun City Aliante. Advertising does not influence

We reserve the right to refuse advertising for any reason or cause. Information, services, products and materials contained in The Breeze magazine are provided on an "as is" basis with no warranty SCAL disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, with respect to such information, services, products and materials including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, non infringement, and implied warranties arising from course of dealing or course of performance. In no event shall SCAL be liable for any damages whatsoever whether in an action, arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, products and materials available from this publication.

The next Inter Club Council Meeting for representatives of the Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups will be held on Friday, December 2 in the Vista Room.

This forum meets quarterly to bring together leaders of Sun City Aliante's Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups to help members stay informed, discuss relevant issues and celebrate accomplishments. All Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Group Leaders are invited to participate in the ICC quarterly meetings as well as members the Lifestyle Committee. Please call the Front Desk to reserve your place.

editorial decisions or content.

The members of the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors pictured (l-r) are Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Secretary; Mark Towers, Director; Nancy Prince, Treasurer; Warren Geller, President; Debbie Matthews, Director; Ed Ernest, Director; and Mark Smith, Vice President.

Mark Smith

GENERAL MANAGER

Hello Residents,

As we approach the end of the year, I want to bring you up to date on several projects. I am very excited to tell you that we are nearing the completion of t h e G r a s s R e m o v a l L a n d s c a p e Project. We should have all of the major elements in place by the end of the year As of this writing, if you visit the Community Center, you will see t h e i t e m s l i s t e d b e l o w a l r e a d y positioned around the common areas:

• Fifteen (15) large bronze-colored planters, which will soon contain agave century plants and other desert plants.

• Almost all the lighting designed to highlight the plants and planters have been installed around the water feature, front, and side of the Community Center

• All the plants around the water feature, waterfall wall, front and back of the Community Center, and the rock area adjacent to the pool area.

• Three attractive soaring bird sculptures, matching the Aliante logo, will soon be positioned on either side of the water feature, along Aliante Pkwy. and Elkhorn. Another bird sculpture will be positioned toward the front of the Community Center Each one will have two spotlights to accent the pieces. They are expected to be installed by mid-December.

Parking Lot - As of this writing, all the parking lot spaces should be restriped and repainting of the red and yellow curbs and handicap spaces.

Pool Area – We recently completed our annual pool maintenance, which included painting the pool deck, making minor repairs in the pool area.

Outdoor Signage – We recently completed the following:

• Installed new signage on the entrance wall to the Sun City Aliante community at Aliante Pkwy and Crested Cardinal.

• I n s t a l l e d n e w w i r i n g t o t h e signage at the Broadwing and Wi d e w i n g e n t r a n c e s t o t h e community

• Repainted the water feature wall a t t h e m a i n e n t r a n c e t o t h e Community Center at Aliante Parkway

Furnishing – The Property & Grounds Committee is now working on the replacement of approximately 250 banquet chairs.

During the past two months, we have offered an amazing number of events and activities for you, the residents of our community. Here is a small sampling:

• In coordination with the Clark County Election Commission, we offered Early Voting in the Social Hall of the Community Center on October 27 and 28.

• We led off the month with our popular Fall Arts & Crafts Show, a two-day event featuring quality hand-crafted items.

• On November 7, we had “Coffee with the Board”. Residents had an opportunity to meet with members of the Board of Directors in an informal setting and discuss any of their concerns.

• We hosted the NLV Fire Department's “Home Safety & Emergency Preparedness” presentation on November 15. Fire Safety Experts led a discussion about home and kitchen safety, disaster preparedness and more.

• On November 16, Gina Perez, Crime Prevention Specialist for the NLV Police Department, held a “Home Safety Tips” presentation, which featured tips on how to make your home more secure and deter intruders.

In addition, we offered exciting activities, including multiple concerts, shows and events in the Vista Room and at off-site locations, which were flawlessly executed by our amazing team. Thank you to Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, and the awesome front desk team and Maintenance Manager, Juan Macias, and the incredible maintenance team for always delivering a first-class experience in everything they do for our residents.

My wish is that you all have a happy holiday and a great start to the New Year.

Damian Carrasco General Manager,

BOARD MEETING

SUN CITY ALIANTE BOARD MEETING SUMMARY

Please read below for a summary of the October 12, 2022, Board of Directors (BOD) monthly meeting:

A. Board approved the appointment of Jerry Balu to the Property & Grounds Committee.

B. The December Board meeting is cancelled.

C. Board approved a proposal to replace wood flooring in the sauna for $1,778.63 by Spas by Renee.

D. Board approved new vendors: Streetlight Cadence, Salt & Pepper Band, and Kenneth Block.

Sun City Aliante

New signage at Aliante Pkwy & Crested Cardinal.

COMMUNITY STANDARDS LIFESTYLE NEWS

DEAR RESIDENTS,

And what a year 2022 was! One of the many highlights w a s t h e S u n C i t y A l i a n t e e x c u r s i o n t o L a g u n a , California to see the Pageant of the Masters, Festival of Arts, Sawdust Art Show, and the beautiful Pacific Ocean! The tour of the Nevada Test Site was a historical journey of Nevada History. It was a year that created experiences and memories that are forever in our hearts. It was inspiring to live our lives again!

RECAP OF 2022

• FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIALS – VISTA ROOM

• BOX OFFICE MOVIES – VISTA ROOM (23)

• GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS NASHVILLE – T-MOBILE ARENA

• GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS MONTREAL – T- MOBILE ARENA

• SPEEDING THEATRE-VARIETY SHOW – VISTA ROOM

• BARRY MANILOW-WESTGATE LAS VEGAS

• DAWN FELLMER CONCERT – VISTA ROOM

• UNLV MEN'S BASKETBALL – THOMAS & MACK

• HIGH ROCKTANE BAND – VISTA ROOM

• CAROL BURNETT – THE SMITH CENTER

• CIRQUE DU SOLEIL – THE BEATLES LOVE – MIRAGE

• MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL – HARRAH'S HOTEL & CASINO

• ANDRE RIEU - T MOBILE ARENA

• BRONX WANDERERS – WESTGATE LAS VEGAS

• AVIATORS VS SALT LAKE CITY – LAS VEGAS BALLPARK

• AVIATORS VS SARAMENTO RIVER CATS – LAS VEGAS BALLPARK

• BLUE MAN GROUP – LUXOR HOTEL & CASINO

• HAPPY TOGETHER – THE SMITH CENTER

• JAMES TAYLOR – T-MOBILE ARENA

• LAS VEGAS ACES VS NEW YORK LIBERTY – MANDALAY BAY

• MUSIC BINGO – VISTA ROOM

• GARTH BROOKS TRIBUTE – VISTA ROOM

• MAD APPLE - NEW YORK NEW YORK HOTEL & CASINO

• DEREK HOUGH DANCING WITH THE STARS VENETIAN RESORT

• PHILIP FORTENBERRY – VISTA ROOM

• SALT & PEPPER CONCERT – VISTA ROOM

• UNLV FOOTBALL – ALLEGIANT STADIUM

• STREETLIGHT CADENCE – VISTA ROOM

• KEN BLOCK – IMPRESSIONIST – VISTA ROOM

• E'STEFANO DISANTO CONCERT – VISTA ROOM

• NEVADA TEST SITE – MERCURY, NEVADA

• GOLDEN KNIGHTS – T-MOBILE ARENA

MORE TO COME

• ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING – VISTA ROOM

• TOP GUN – MAVERICK – MOVIE

• TRAVIS CLOER – MAGICAL NIGHT DINNER SHOW – THE ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB

• THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF LONGING – MOVIE

• RECKLESS IN VEGAS SHOW – SARAHA HOTEL LAS VEGAS

• FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS – VISTA ROOM

The Sun City Aliante Team created many wonderful memories this year and we are excited for what is to come in 2023. We have many adventures planned for you, the amazing residents of Sun City Aliante!

Thank you for a remarkable year! I wish everyone a spectacular holiday season and wonderful New Year!

Debbie Kent Lifestyle Director

Season's Greetings,

The twinkle and icicle lights are turned on, holiday decorations are up, apple cider and hot chocolate are served with delicious treats – ladies and gentlemen, the holidays are here. Christmas movies are streaming non-stop on all media platforms and the radio is on a loop between Jingle Bells or Mariah Carey's All I want for Christmas is You. Enjoy the festivities!

One of the things we all do is think about how to make our homes look better or feel more inviting. New paint comes to mind. When we decide to paint our house, we do not always buy the right amount of paint for the job. Most DIY type of people end up with a growing collection of partially used paint cans. There are options to dispose of old paint safely and responsibly as you cannot just throw a partially filled paint can in the trash.

Oil-based paints contain chemicals that can contaminate soil and water They should never be thrown in the trash. In most states, it is illegal. Take your old oil-based paints to your city or county's household hazardous waste facility.

Latex paints are not considered hazardous and can be thrown away in the trash if you follow a few guidelines. First, remove the lid and discard separately Allow the remaining paint to thoroughly dry out before placing the can in the trash. TIP: mixing cat litter into the paint helps it dry quicker Then, pour the remaining paint into a cardboard box and place the empty can in your recycling bin. Allow the paint to dry, then toss the box in the trash.

*Not all municipalities accept dried latex paint for curbside pickup. Check your local regulations.

** Not all curbside recycling programs accept paint cans. Check with your recycler.

Albeit, just because latex paint can be thrown away, it does not mean that is the best choice. You can always donate used paint to families, charities, homeless shelters, or churches. Organizations such as Habitat for Humanity ( h t t p s : / / w w w h a b i t a t o r g / r e s t o r e s ) , G l o b a l P a i n t f o r C h a r i t y (https://www.globalpaints.org/), or Scout Troops are great options. Global Paint for Charity is a nonprofit organization that collects used paint and distributes it to struggling homes, schools, hospitals, and other organizations around the world.

Please note that we are observing holiday hours for Christmas and The New Year celebration. The Sun City Aliante Association offices will close on Friday, December 23 and will reopen on Tuesday, December 27. The Community Center will close at noon on Saturday, December 24 and reopen Monday, December 26 at 6 a.m.

In celebration of the New Year, the Association offices will close on Monday, January 2 and reopen on Tuesday, January 3. The Community Center will close at noon on Saturday, December 31 and reopen on Monday, January 2 at 6 a.m.

I hope this year that spectacular life changes for the better were accomplished, and you are all excited to end the year because there is more to come in 2023. If this is you, I salute you. I join your cheerful spirit and looking forward to the new year

If you have any questions, please contact me at 702-638-5006 or assistant manager@suncityaliante.us

I wish you and your loved ones a joyous Christmas and an awesome New Year filled with experiences you will treasure for years to come.

Nelenie Hernandez Assistant Manager, Director of Standards & Compliance

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Residents,

I wish you an amazing holiday season with your family and friends. In the ecumenical spirit of the holidays, we are featuring articles on the traditions of Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanzaa. I hope you enjoy learning a little bit more about the significance of each holiday

In celebration of the festive season, we will offer fun seminars in December Centennial Hills Hospital will host an End of the Year Holiday Recap-Trivia Lunch 'n Learn, complete with a door prize to the lucky winner on December 1 at 11 a.m.

Our resident Celebrity Chef and Caterer Corey Fields will host a “Tastes of the Holiday” seminar on December 1 at 1 p.m. Be prepared to enjoy some delicious holiday treats.

Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick is back again to serve up an awesome holiday lunch on December 14. Celebrate the season with Commissioner Kirkpatrick and take this opportunity to wish season's greetings to your friends and neighbors.

You will find fun facts about Christmas as well as a myriad of Holiday Safety Tips – everything from purchasing, setting up, lighting and decorating your tree (fresh or artificial) to tips on how to avoid home cooking fires.

I feel extremely blessed to have worked in this incredible community with its amazing residents for the past 12 years. We have an awesome Lifestyle Team led by Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, who works tirelessly to successfully bring first-class events on and off property for the enjoyment of our residents. I truly appreciate the contributions of Office Manager, Lori Daniels, for her assistance with The Breeze, keeping track of advertising revenues and much more. Many thanks to Elaine Goddard for helping update advertisers as well maintaining the website calendar.

In addition, I want to thank and recognize every Lifestyle team member for their support and friendship, especially during the past six months with seminars and other events, including Kotch Bergman, Jan Davis, Fran Klein, Shirley Spivey and Angie Stepp.

Kudos to Juan Macias and his Maintenance Team for all they do and keep doing every day to make all of our activities, events, seminars, and more run so smoothly Thank you to our Administrative Team, Nelenie Hernandez and Carol Garbarino, for their help throughout the year

I am grateful to Lynda Towers, Wayne Headrick, Dan Lies and all of the members of the Communications Committee, who are always ready to assist me with any challenge including the website, The Breeze, Advertiser's Meet 'n' Greets, Health Fairs and the needs of our advertisers.

Finally, I want to express my sincere appreciation to our Community Manager, Damian Carrasco, for leading and supporting our team efforts, and to our awesome Board of Directors led by President Warren Geller for their leadership and support. Thank you!

If you have any questions or want to share information, please contact me at 702-429-1623 or email twilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season and a New Year filled with joy and good health,

Trish Williamson

Editor, The Breeze

COUNCILMAN WARD 4 RICHARD CHERCIO

Hello Sun City Residents,

Happy Holidays! During this time of the year, I a m e s p e c i a l l y g r a t e f u l t o b e p a r t o f t h i s wonderful community. I am so proud to call Sun City Aliante my home. I want to wish each and every one of you a very happy holiday season and a glorious New Year.

I am thrilled to report our City of North Las Vegas's 3rd Annual Paws In The Park event held a t A l i a n t e N a t u r e D i s c o v e r y P a r k w a s a n o v e r w h e l m i n g success due to the generosity of our Event

Partners Hearts Alive Village Animal C l i n i c o ff e r e d v a c c i n a t i o n s a n d microchipping, and the North Las Vegas Animal Protective Services offered pet licensing. Other major partners included Bob's Market, NV Energy, and the Tail Waggers Club In addition, I want to acknowledge all of our vendor partners for t h e i r f a n t a s t i c s u p p o r t a n d t h a n k o u r Council staff and the volunteers from the Shadow Ridge High School Key Club for their assistance.

Our amazing veterans now have a new place to call home. We held a ribboncutting ceremony for our new Veterans Resource Center on October 27 It is c o n v e n i e n t l y l o c a t e d a l o n g C e n t e n n i a l P a r k w a y n e x t t o o u r Generational Facility run by the YMCA. The Resource Center provides a great location for veterans to meet and interact. It is ideal for those in need of services to make appointments, and it is located close to the VA facility for veterans who have multiple visits on the same day

NLV City Officials celebrate the opening of the Veterans Resource Center

Thank you to our many Sun City Aliante volunteers for their support of the Armed Forces Military Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Day at Craig Ranch Regional Park. Every year this event is made

possible by the volunteerism of Sun City Aliante residents and the Veteran's Club and Auxiliary.

I want to invite you to attend our Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 1 at 4 p.m. It will be held at Liberty Park in front of North Las Vegas City Hall. I hope to see many of you at the ceremony.

I wish everyone a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season celebration consistent with your religious beliefs.

Respectfully, Richard Cherchio Ward 4 Councilman

Notice:

Holiday Hours

Christmas: Sun City Aliante Association offices will recognize the Christmas holiday by closing the Administration Offices on Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26.

The Community Center will close at noon on Saturday, December 24 and reopen on Monday, December 26 at 6 a.m.

New Year's: The Association offices will recognize the New Year holiday by closing the Administration Offices on Monday, January 2.

The Community Center will close at noon on Saturday, December 31 and all day on Sunday, January 1, New Year's Day. The Center will reopen on Monday, January 2 at 6 a.m.; the Association offices will reopen on Tuesday, January 3.

COMMITTEES NEIGHBORHOOD

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTHLY BULLETIN:

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

The holiday season is here. We will order holiday gifts online and delivery trucks will be in the community all day and evening long. They will be from Amazon, UPS, USPS and FedEx. Porch pirates will follow those delivery trucks. Please schedule deliveries for a day when you are at home. If not, ask a neighbor to watch for your delivery Many online sites give you a delivery option, where you can leave special delivery instructions.

Also, take extra precautions to safeguard your mail during the holidays. If your mailbox is vandalized, it is a federal crime and a major inconvenience. To be safe, please take your outgoing mail to the post office. Watch and listen for the mail delivery truck and retrieve your mail as soon as possible. Many of us will receive and mail gift cards. Please do not leave mail in your mailbox overnight.

An important service available to everyone with email is Informed Delivery from the US Postal Service. You will receive an email daily, displaying a picture of each piece of mail that will be delivered. Go to the USPS website and search for Informed Delivery and sign up. It is a great tool…easy and free.

Our next monthly Neighborhood Watch meeting is being held at 4 p.m. on January 19, 2023 in the Social Hall at the Community Center All residents are welcome.

For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Watch program, please contact our coordinator, Jim Blossey, at jimandpatb@embarqmail.com or 775-530-5119.

Be safe. If you see something, say something.

Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

PATROL COMMITTEE

SEE SOMETHING… SAY SOMETHING… AND MORE

The North Las Vegas Police Department encourages residents to call the police when they see a suspicious person, vehicle or incident. The police are duty bound to respond to a “call for service” from a citizen. The call gives them the legal authority to investigate the incident. The police count on residents to be their “eyes and ears” in the community; so, call the police when you see something suspicious. You are not bothering the police. That is their job. Let us do our part to help keep the Sun City community safe.

The police also have access to ring doorbell camera technology If you are the victim of a crime at your home please have the responding officer alerted to your doorbell camera. The police need your permission and a police report number to activate a ring doorbell camera search for suspects.

Solicitor and Canvasser Ordinance: Any solicitor or canvasser who comes to your door must be fully licensed and have a permit to show on demand. Do not open your door if the information is not furnished. Call the police if the solicitor is not licensed or does not have a permit. They must also have the name of the company and a current photograph prominently displayed. If the police are called for a solicitor complaint, they will attempt to locate and investigate the license and permit of the solicitor

For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Patrol, contact the Patrol Chairman Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com or 702-460-9582.

[A R C H I T E C T U R A L R E V I E W CO M M I T T E E

Meets ever y other Friday, 8:30 a.m. Harlan Nelson at hnelson867@cox.net

CO M M U N I C AT I O N S CO M M I T T E E Meets third Friday, 10 a.m. Lynda Towers at lynda1229@msn.com

CO V E N A N TS CO M M I T T E E

Meets four th Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. in the Conference Room

Mark Smith at MAS7809@hotmail.com

E L E C T I O N CO M M I T T E E

Larr y Rothstein at lilandlar@aol.com

F I N A N C E CO M M I T T E E

Meets last Wednesday, 3:15 p.m. David Grossman at dt.grossman@yahoo.com

L I F E S T YL E CO M M I T T E E Meets third Wednesday, 10 a.m. Sharon Grossman at sdg45us@yahoo.com

PAT R O L CO M M I T T E E

Meets third Monday, 2 p.m. Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com

P R O P E R T Y A N D G R O U N D S CO M M I T T E E

Meets third Thursday, 1 p.m. Wayne Edger ton at wynedge@gmail.com

OPEN POSITIONS ON SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMITTEES

Finance Committee - Ensures the Association's finances and budgets are secure, and the Association is in compliance with state and federal laws.

All Committee positions are voluntary. We encourage you to consider becoming more actively involved in your community by joining one of the Sun City Aliante Committees.

You can pick up “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” at the Front Desk or in the Customer Service Office. In addition, you can print off an application from the website at www.suncityaliante.org. Once you have logged into the website, "mouse-over" the “Documents” menu item, then click on "Commonly Used Forms” and select and print the "Committee Interest Application.”

Complete the application form and return it to the Front Desk.

END OF THE YEAR HOLIDAY RECAPTRIVIA FUN.

Thursday, December 1, 11 a.m.

Let us break the routine and have some fun! Instead of offering an educational presentation, Centennial Hills Hospital invites you to join them to eat, have fun and be merry! Just put on your thinking cap and come out and play!

Donna McCarthur will challenge you to a n s w e r q u e s t i o n s f r o m p a s t h e a l t h presentations. Take this opportunity to test your memory, go home with bragging rights and win a prize to boot! Please register at the Front Desk by November 29!

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

JOIN CHEF CORY AND ENJOY THE TASTES OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Thursday, December 1, 1 p.m.

The holidays are fast approaching – Hanukkah (Chanukah), Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year' Day It is time to think about preparing for parties, special events and a family get-together with special holiday foods.

Please join Sun City Aliante's Celebrity Chef and Caterer Corey Fields on December 1 to sample the “Tastes of the Season.” Say hello to Chef Cory, the owner of the Las Vegas Baking Company, enjoy some of his delicious holiday taste treats, a n d l e a r n a b o u t h i s c a t e r i n g specialties.

Chef Cory and his bakery won the award for third best chocolatier in L a s V e g a s T h a t w a s a n a c c o m p l i s h m e n t a s h i s bakery/catering/chocolate shop competed with so many big names in Las Vegas! He has a passion for chocolate, and you can see Chef Cory's creations online and when you visit his store.

Chef Cory has been in the gourmet food industry since 1985 and has worked at many high-end properties in Los Angeles, such as The Beverly Hills Hotel, The Millennium Biltmore Hotel and Sheraton Grande. He also ran his wholesale/retail bakery in Los Angeles for 8 years.

In the mid-2000s, he moved to Las Vegas and was the Pastry Chef at Harrah's Las Vegas; and later, he worked in bakery/pastry sales and consulting in Las Vegas. He returned to the pastry kitchen as Pastry Chef at Caesar's Palace. He later became Operational Manager at the bakery in 2015. In late 2019, Chef Cory and Chef Jesus purchased the bakery and brought new life to it with his gourmet specialties. Please register at the Front Desk by November 29.

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

M onday, December 5, 10 a.m.

Join Andrea and Brandon Scott, owners of Medicare Insurance Made Clear, on December 5. Learn from the experts about the exciting new health and prescription benefits for 2023. For the first time ever major Medicare plans are offering never-seen-before benefits, including a $1500 Flex Card to spend on dental, hearing, and vision and $0 copay for the prescription Eliquis, and much more.

In addition, find out about the advantage of changing your Medicare supplement during your birthday month to get a lower premium. This is your last chance to have your plan reviewed for the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period which closes on December 7.

Do not miss the opportunity to sit down with Andrea and Brandon to make an educated decision about whether you should upgrade to a new Medicare plan with more benefits. Plus you will have a chance to play Medicare Trivia and win prizes.Please register at the Front Desk by December 2.

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

IT IS THAT TIME OF YEAR! WHAT IS THE IDEAL MEDICARE COVERAGE FOR YOU?

Tuesday, December 6, 10 a.m.

Annual Enrollment Period will be closing in early December. Now is the time to review your Medicare coverage and find the ideal health and prescription drug plan for you. Together we can input your medications into a computer program and identify the most cost-effective plan for you. December 7 is the last day to take advantage of this AEP opportunity!

Ron Walton specializes in Long Term Care and Medicare solutions to protect your health and assets. Did you know that 85% of all your health care dollars are spent in the last two years of your life? Your health, medications, and health care needs may change each year, which is why it is important to ensure your coverage meets your current and projected needs for 2023. All reviews are unbiasedly provided at ZERO COST to you. Please register at the Front Desk by December 4.

FREE ESTATE PLAN & TRUST WORKSHOP

Wednesday, December 7, 11 a m

TrustMasters has simplified the process of preparing an estate plan and trust, saving you time and money Unlike other expensive estate planning law firms or trust attorneys that charge by the hour, our firm offers affordable flat-fee pricing for trust packages.

Attend this free event and learn:

• Why having just a Will, sends your family to Probate Court!

• Why you need a Trust if you own a home!

• Medicaid Estate Recovery (MER) what every family needs to know!

• Protect your home from lawsuits & creditors for only $136!

• POA's, Trust Certifications, Final Dispositions, & more…

• How to get a senior seminar discount of $400-$700!

• Informative & entertaining program with free gifts and prizes! Please register at the Front Desk by December 5.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE… ARE YOU AWARE OF THE EXICITING NEW MEDICARE OPTIONS FOR 2023?

WEIGHT LOSS FOR LIFE – The Ultimate Guide

to a Faster, Younger Metabolism

Thursday, December 8, 11 a.m.

Do you need to lose a few pounds and keep it off? Are you having trouble getting started or sticking to a plan? Join Dr. Devin Luzod, owner of Spinal Care of Nevada and author of the book "Live to 100...and Want to!," for tips on how to lose weight and keep it off!

Dr Devin will share secrets from his past 20-years of working with patients who were limited in their weight efforts either from pain in their bodies, motivation, or they just needed the right information and plan. Learn about the best ranked weight loss programs, and how to approach losing weight from the physical, mental and emotional aspects. Lose weight, look better, move faster and heal from chronic disease... all from a safe and natural perspective. Q & A with the doctor to follow. Please register at the Front Desk by December 6.

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

THE ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION PRESENTS…

A HEALTHY BODY AND YOU!

Tuesday, December 13, 10 a.m.

It is normal for our brains to change as we age. This may mean sometimes forgetting things, taking longer to process information, or having trouble with

multitasking. These changes typically do not affect our ability to do daily activities independently

Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, but not everyone with dementia has

Alzheimer's disease. Learn the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's disease, hear from people who have the disease, and find out how to recognize the signs in yourself and others. Join representatives of the Alzheimer's Association for this informative presentation on December 13. Please register at the Front Desk by December 11.

HOLIDAY LUNCH WITH CLARK COUNTY COMMISSIONER KIRKPATRICK

Wednesday, December 14, 11:30 a.m.

Come enjoy a holiday lunch and celebrate the season with Clark County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick (District B). She will meet with residents of Sun City Aliante on December 14 at 11:30 a.m. in the Vista Room. F o l l o w i n g t h e m e a l , s h e w i l l d i s c u s s legislative issues, especially those related to seniors and veterans Join Commissioner Kirkpatrick and wish season's greetings to your friends and neighbors. As always, she w i l l p r o v i d e a t a s t y h o l i d a y m e a l f o r everyone. Please sign up at the Front Desk by December 12.

TIPS ON AVOIDING FIRE HAZARDS DURING THE HOLIDAYS - FROM EXPRESS HOME SERVICES

Friday, December 16, 11 a.m.

The holiday season is here, and it is important to stay safe from home fires as you decorate your homes for the upcoming festivities or cook a f a b u l o u s h o l i d a y m e a l Decorations like trees, lights and candles increase the risk o f h o m e fi r e s d u r i n g t h e holidays with Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day being the top three days for home candle fi r e s , a c c o r d i n g t o t h e N a t i o n a l F i r e P r o t e c t i o n Association.

Join Jeremy Anderson, owner of Express Home Services, to learn some valuable tips on how to avoid fire hazards during the holidays. Look forward to tips on indoor-outdoor lighting, Christmas trees, detecting fire hazards in the kitchen before they turn into catastrophic fires, and much more.

During the holidays, if you are looking for a reliable company with experienced, licensed technicians who offer same day service for all your home service needs, look no further… Express Home Services is a one-stop-shop that has you covered. They specialize in air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical installations and repairs.

Please register at the Front Desk by December 14

SEMINAR

AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS

Saturday, December 17, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Peter Velasco, an AARP volunteer instructor, will conduct an AARP Safe Driving Class for residents over age 50, December 17 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. The fee must be paid by check, payable to AARP, at the start of the class.

The class is approved by the State of Nevada DMV. You will receive a certificate valid for three years and an insurance discount (the amount determined by your insurance.)

The seminar is limited to 30 people.

Please register at the Front Desk by December 15.

CELEBRATIONS OF LIGHTS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

ADVENT CELEBRATION BEFORE CHRISTMAS

Advent is a special time when many Christians reflect on the coming of Christ and the remembrance of his birth. It is celebrated during the four weeks preceding Christmas (November 27- December 24).

Pictured is an example of an Advent Wreath set up in many churches and homes preceding Christmas. The four candles represent the four weeks of Advent, and one candle is lit each Sunday Three of the candles are purple as the color violet is a liturgical color that signifies a time of prayer, penance, and sacrifice. The third candle is pink and symbolizes joy It is called the "Shepard's Candle" and is lit on the third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday) which is meant to remind us of the joy that the world experienced at the birth of Jesus, as well as the joy that the faithful have reached the midpoint of Advent.

The fifth white candle is placed in the middle of the wreath and lit on Christmas Eve. This candle is called the "Christ Candle" and represents the life of Christ. The color white is for purity-because Christ is the sinless, pure Savior

THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Chanukah or Hanukkah, is the Jewish eight-day, wintertime "Festival of Lights," celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and foods. The Hebrew word Chanukah means "dedication," and is thus named because it celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple. This year Chanukah begins on Sunday, December 18.

In the second century BCE, the Holy Land was ruled by the Seleucids (Syrian-Greeks), who tried to force the people of Israel to accept Greek culture and beliefs instead of mitzvah observance and belief in the G d. Against all odds, a small band of faithful but poorly armed Jews, led by Judah the Maccabee, drove the Greeks from the land, reclaimed the Holy Temple in Jerusalem and rededicated it to the service of G d. When they sought to light the Temple's Menorah (the seven branched candelabrum), they found only a single cruse of olive oil that had escaped contamination by the Greeks Miraculously, they lit the menorah and the one-day supply of oil lasted for eight days, until new oil could be prepared under conditions of ritual purity To commemorate these miracles, the sages instituted the festival of Chanukah.

KWANZAA

Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture which is held from December 26 to January 1, culminating in giftgiving and a feast of faith, called Karamu Ya Imani, held on December 31.

On each of the seven nights, the family gathers and lights one of the candles on the Kinara (candleholder), then one of the seven principles is discussed. The principles, called the Nguzo Saba (seven principles in Swahili) are values of African culture which contribute to building and reinforcing community among AfricanAmericans Kwanzaa also has seven basic symbols which represent values and concepts reflective of African culture. The candle-lighting ceremony each evening provides the opportunity to gather and discuss the meaning of Kwanzaa. The first night, the black candle in the center is lit (and the principle of umoja/unity is discussed). One candle is lit each evening and the appropriate principle is discussed.

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FUN FACTS ABOUT CHRISTMAS

1 The tallest Christmas tree ever displayed was in Seattle, Washington. It measured 221 ft. tall.

2. Buying all the gifts from the “12 Days of Christmas” would cost you a ton of money The most expensive being “Swans a Swimming” — about $6,300.

3. Black Friday is not the busiest shopping day of the year The two days right before Christmas are.

4. One-third of the 20 highest grossing movies were released during t h e C h r i s t m a s s e a s o n , proving that going to the m o v i e s a f t e r o p e n i n g g i f t s i s a p o p u l a r tradition.

5 J i n g l e B e l l s w a s originally a song about Thanksgiving in 1857. It was also the first song ever played in space by a s t r o n a u t s , W a l t e r Schirra Jr and Thomas P Stafford.

6. Christmas came from the words Cristes Maesse m e a n i n g “ m a s s o f Christ.”

7. Christmas trees usually grow for close to 15 years before they can be sold.

8 R u d o l p h t h e R e d Nosed Reindeer got his s t a r t a s a n a d v e r t i s i n g g i m m i c k f o r Montgomery Ward in 1839.

9. Paul McCartney earns $400,000 a year from his “Wonderful Christmastime” song, which is widely regarded as the worst song ever recorded.

10. The original location for the 1947 Miracle on 34th Street movie was the N.Y. Macy's in Herald Square. However, for the remake in 1994, Macy's refused to participate therefore the fictional store Cole's was created.

11. Toys for Tots was founded in L.A. 5,000 toys were collected during the first drive in 1947. A handmade doll was the first donation.

12. Bing Crosby's version of “White Christmas” is the highestselling single of all time.

13. It only took six weeks for Charles Dickens to write “A Christmas Carol.”

14. Americans purchase 1.6 billion Christmas cards every year.

15. Visa cards are used about 6,000 times every minute during the Christmas season.

16. Franklin Pierce was the first President who put up an official White House Christmas tree.

17. Christmas lights were so expensive that they used to be rented rather than sold. An electrically lit tree was a status symbol in the early 1900s.

18. The first Salvation Army collection kettle took place in San Francisco's Oakland Ferry at the foot of Market St. It was a large crab pot with a sign that read “Keep The Pot Boiling.”

19. In Asia, White Elephants were considered holy but pricey to keep. Ezra Corness adapted that term “White Elephants” to gifts at Christmas gatherings – no value to the owner but may have value to others.

20. The biggest display of lights ever made is in Australia. It has

1,194,380 LEDs covering 3,865 sq. meters. David Richards has used his home to raise $20,000 for SIDS and Kids ACT since 2011.

21. The top six Christmas tree producing states are Oregon, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Washington and Wisconsin.

22. The city of Vancouver, Canada claims to be the birthplace of the first “ugly Christmas sweater” party

23. From performers to maintenance workers, approximately 220 people are hired for the Disneyland Christmas Parade.

24. The first Christmas was celebrated in America w a s i n 1 5 3 9 i n Ta l l a h a s s e e , F l o r i d a . There were no trees or presents, just a religious mass.

25. The word “Merry” in Merry Christmas was not always accepted because b e i n g m e r r y u s e d t o s i g n i f y s l i g h t intoxication.

26. The highest grossing movie about Christmas since 1980 is Jim Carrey's “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” It came out N o v e m b e r 2 0 0 0 a n d pulled in $260,044,825. 2 7 T h e C h a r l e s W H o w a r d S a n t a C l a u s School in Midland, MI h o s t s 1 3 0 S a n t a s e a c h year where they gather and learn about the history of St. Nick, popular toys and Santa etiquette.

28. In 1980, the highest selling Christmas toy was a Rubik's cube for $1.99. It now retails for $10.

29. The abbreviation X in X-Mas is not an abbreviation. It actually stands for “Chi,” meaning Christ in Greek.

30. The first batch of eggnog originated from medieval Britain's drink “Posset” — a hot milky ale-like drink.

31. The most popular theory of why we leave cookies and milk out for Santa is because Dutch children would leave food and drink out for St. Nicholas on his feast day

32. The concept of caroling had nothing to do with Christmas. Medieval carols were liturgical songs in the 12th century, while traveling to different homes came from a tradition in England of wishing good fortunes to your neighbors in exchange for gifts.

33. The Ancient Greeks considered the mistletoe an aphrodisiac, which is probably why kissing under the mistletoe will bring you luck in your love life.

34. The reason we give presents during Christmas is to symbolize the gifts given to Jesus by the three wise men.

35. Krampus is a demonic character that wanders the streets with chains and bells looking for misbehaving children. This is one of the scariest Central European Christmas traditions.

36. 1 in 3 men wait until Christmas Eve to do their shopping.

37. Christmas used to be illegal. Oklahoma was the last U.S. state to declare Christmas a legal Holiday in 1907.

38. It is a tradition in Japan to eat KFC for Christmas. Orders must be placed two months in advance.

(Source: https://www.berries.com/blog/45-fun-christmas-facts)

Please join us in the Vista Room from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for award-winning lms.

NOW PLAYING

TOP GUN: MAVERICK Friday, December 2

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

6 p.m. FREE / Residents ($5 per guest)

After more than thirty years of service, Maverick is still pushing the envelope as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts of his past when he leads TOP GUN's elite graduates on a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it. The film, which received 11 award nominations and three wins, stars Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer, Jennifer Connelly, and Miles Teller The film is Rated PG13 (Action, Drama). It runs 2 hours and 10 minutes.

ENTERTAINMENT &

THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF LONGING

Friday, December 21

6 p.m. FREE / Residents ($5 per guest)

A lonely scholar on a trip to Istanbul discovers a Djinn who offers her three wishes in exchange for his freedom. Nominated for 14 Cinema and Television Arts Awards, the film stars Tilda Swinton, Idris Elba, Erdil Yasareoglu, and Sarah Houbolt. It is based on the short story "The Djinn in the Nightingale's Eye" by A. S. Byatt. The film is rated R (Drama, Fantasy, Romance) and runs 1 hour, 48 minutes. Drama, Music) and runs 2 hours, 39 minutes.

COMING

ATTRACTIONS

COFFEE WITH THE BOARD – VISTA ROOM – NOVEMBER 7, 2022

NEVADA TEST SITE – MERCURY, NEVADA – NOVEMBER 2, 2022

KEN BLOCK – VISTA ROOM – NOVEMBER 10, 2022

VEG AS GOLDEN KNIGHTS - T-MOBILE ARENA - NOVEMBER 15, 2022

HOLIDAY FIRE SAFETY TIPS

Decorating for Christmas is a fun tradition for many! While lights and other holiday decorations can add a festive appeal to your home this holiday season, safety should always come first To ensure an enjoyable and smooth holiday for all, keep these Christmas safety tips in mind.

Artificial trees - If you're shopping for a new artificial Christmas tree, find one labeled “fire-retardant.” This doesn't mean the tree can't catch on fire, but it slows the spread of flames and gives you more time to extinguish it. Death by artificial tree. If the tree is metal, never use e l e c t r i c l i g h t s , a s t h e y c a n c h a rg e t h e t r e e a n d l e a d t o electrocution.

Fresh trees - If you're using a real tree, pick a fresh one with needles that bend rather than break. Cut the trunk to give it a new end, and water the tree all December long. For live trees, b e s u r e t o w a t e r y o u r t r e e r e g u l a r l y, k e e p i n g t h e w a t e r level well above the trunk base within the Christmas tree stand.

Keep the tree away from heatA l w a y s p l a c e y o u r t r e e a minimum of 3 feet from heat s o u r c e s , i n c l u d i n g l a m p s , h e a t i n g v e n t s , r a d i a t o r s , fireplaces, and candles. Never use lit candles to decorate your tree, artificial or live. Do not place lit candles underneath or near your Christmas tree, and never leave burning candles unattended.

Lighting the tree - Only purchase strands with the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) logo. This means the lights have been verified by this third-party testing company. Also, if you plan to use lights outside, make sure they're rated for outdoor use. Before stringing lights on your tree, check your lights for cracked or missing bulbs and frayed wires. If lights show signs of damage, dispose of the light strand.

Use extension cords safely - Christmas lights don't draw much power, but old extension cords can still overheat. Touch the cords periodically to make sure they don't feel hot. Also, be careful not to run cords under furniture or rugs, which could lead to overheating. When using extension cords outside, keep the plugs clear of snow and standing water

Determine outlet locations before you begin decorating - You may have grand plans for decorating your house, but first, find out how many outlets you have available and where they are located.

Don't overload wall sockets - The US Department of Energy says it's safe to connect 25 energy efficient LED light strands together H o w e v e r, t h e E l e c t r i c a l S a f e t y F o u n d a t i o n c a u t i o n s a g a i n s t connecting more than three strings of old-fashioned incandescent Christmas lights. If you're still using these, consider upgrading to LED

lights this year, which use less energy, run cooler, and are easier to install because you can run so many end-to-end.

Don't let the lights run 24/7 - Not only does this waste electricity, but it also causes a safety issue. Unplug your lights when you leave home or go to sleep. You can also plug the decorations into a timer or light sensor, so they turn on and off automatically

Secure Outside Decorations Properly - While not all decorations require it, larger ones typically need to be anchored. Inflatable decorations, in particular, have to be firmly planted on the ground. If you plan to decorate your roof with reindeers or a sleigh, make sure to secure them as well.

Hang lights on insulated hooks

S e c u r i n g l i g h t s w i t h n a i l s , screws, or tacks pose the risk of piercing the cord's insulation and c a u s i n g e l e c t r i c s h o c k H a n g your lights using insulated hooks to avoid this hazard. To prevent w i n d d a m a g e , f a s t e n o u t d o o r lights securely to the house, trees, support posts, or other structures.

E x e r c i s e l a d d e r s a f e t yWhenever possible, use a wood or fiberglass (not metal) ladder when decorating outdoors. Then, inspect your ladder for loose or missing parts before climbing it. Ask a friend or family member to serve as your spotter while you hang the lights.

Plug outdoor lights into ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCI outlets protect against electric shock if water enters the outlet. If you're not sure whether your outlets are GFCI-protected, have an electrician take a look. Be cautious when decorating near power linesKeep yourself and your tools at least 10 feet away from the lines at all times.

Store your lights properly - At the end of the season, pack up your lights in well-sealed plastic containers to prevent water intrusion and rodent damage.

Be Careful of Home Cooking Fires - According to the National Fire Protection Association, holidays are when home cooking fires skyrocket. To prevent home cooking fires, make sure to pay careful attention to your kitchen. Never leave pots and pans unattended while they boil and fry away The same goes for your oven. Keep flammable objects away from open fires and remember to turn off the gas to your stove when not in use. Also, keep these safety tips in mind.

(Sources: https://www.penguinair.com/blog/12-electrical-safety-tips-christmas/; h t t p s : / / c a l l m s i c o m / c h r i s t m a s s a f e t y t i p s / R o b e r t S i c i l i a n o , h t t p s : / / w w w h u ff p o s t c o m / e n t r y / 1 0 c h r i s t m a s t re e s a f e t y t i p s b 4 4 6 6 9 0 8 ; https://redcross.org)

ALIANTE CLASSY CHEFS

CERAMICS CLUB

December is upon us and members of the Ceramics Club would like to wish all in our community a very Happy, Healthy and Safe Holiday Season Members are busy working on their holiday items to give as a gift or for decorating their homes. Come join them and create your own fun item. If you are curious about what is involved in doing ceramics, drop by the room d u r i n g o n e o f o u r c l a s s e s o n Wednesday or Saturday (from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and a member will be happy to show you around.

The November meeting of Aliante Classy Chefs was held Tuesday, November 1. Members were happy to welcome four first-time members and one former member returning to the roster Thanks to Cathy Pierce a n d N a n c y H o i b e r g f o r t h e i r l o

Thanksgiving-themed meal. Sylvia Ross brought turkey and gravy; Hjordy Wagner made great mashed potatoes; Diane Lazarus made a butternut squash & apples dish, Julie Tomlin brought cranberry orange sauce, Amy Redd made tasty dressing and Phyliss Minster brought a crowned apple cake with just the right spices and walnuts. They were blessed to have this wonderful meal to share!

The December meeting of Classy Chefs will be Tuesday, December 6 at 9:30 a.m. in the Vista Room. As the holiday season will be in full swing, there will be a gift exchange among members. Participants should bring a wrapped gift with a $10 limit. The menu will be ham balls, sweet potatoes, broccoli casserole, cranberry and brie and an ice cream strudel. For club information, please contact Sylvia Ross at (714) 313-4046 or email at sylviaross1954@icloud.com.

ALOHA HAWAII

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Blend and Gerri and Ken Pineapple and friends.

The event begins at 4:30 p.m. in the Vista Room and will feature Christmas songs, along with the hula and a blend of traditional and Hawaiian music.

The group requests that everyone bring a dessert or finger foods to share. Please contact Pineapple to let him know what you would like to bring to the event. Festive attire is a must. Please wear something Christmassy for the occasion. Please RSVP to Pineapple at Pinegerri@yahoo.com or call 951-214-9849.

BOOK CLUB

The Book Club selection for December is The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles. Join us for a discussion at the Community Center at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022. For a list of upcoming b o o k s e l e c t i o n s , p l e a s e v i s i t t h e i r w e b s i t e a t www.scaliante.com. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.

As always, new members are welcome, and the club has certified teachers ready to help you if needed. For any questions or more information regarding the club, contact Jill Ernest at 702-954-6299 or by email at jilljack16@yahoo.com or Lynne Hartig at 702-885-5011.

FORGET-ME -KNOTS

The Forget-Me-Knots held their first end of the year meeting to get together and organize all the hand crafted items they made since June. They bagged and labeled items to identify them and noted how to care for them. The items were made for the Clark County Foster Children Program, and they wanted them to arrive clean and fresh.

They had six large bags full of beautiful items going to the foster children, which included sweaters, vests, hats and scarf sets, hats, crawls, baby blankets, baby hats, baby sweaters, and booties. They also prepared one large bag for the new Neonatal Unit at Mountain View Hospital. The representatives of the Unit were delighted to receive all the beautiful items that included sweaters, hats, booties, and blankets.

The Forget-Me-Knots meet every Monday at the Community Center from 1-4 p.m. Members bring the items they are working on and share patterns and ideas. The club is willing to help anyone who would like to learn how to knit or crochet, and they have all the supplies you will need to get started. Members also do jewelry making and needle work. They invite you to come and join them. For more information, contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647.

C E L E B R AT E C H R I S T M A S W I T H T H E A L O H A H AWA I I GROUP

Join the Ceramics Club and make something beautiful for the holidays as pictured above.

The ladies of the Forge-Me-Knots display all their beautiful handmade items before they are packed and delivered.

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Members of the Glass Crafters display the painted rocks and pumpkins they created in preparation for the holidays at an informal get together in October. Chris and Terri Rohrer hosted the event in their home and served Indian Tacos. Pictured (l-r) are Vicki,

LGBT+ SOCIAL GROUP

Community. All residents and their guests are welcome to join the LGBT+ Social Group for meetings and social events. This group includes members of the LGBT+ community as well as family, friends, and supporters within the SCAL community to network and socialize together at meetings and outside social events.

The first organizational meeting was held on November 9, after being officially recognized as a Special Interest Group in October Meet & Greet events are currently scheduled monthly on the second Wednesdays. Join the group at their next Meet & Greet on December 14 in the Activity Room. Their email is SCAlianteLGBT@gmail.com.

The group is also hosting a Karaoke Dance Party on Saturday, January 14 for the entire Sun City Aliante community Join the group for a fantastic time with line-dancing, dancing, and singing with fabulous music from the '40s, '50s, '60s, '70s, and '80s!

POKER CLUB

A total of 32 people participated in the Sun City Aliante Poker Club Tournament held on October 22 in the Community Center The Poker Club congratulates the following individuals for placement in the tournament:

SILVER NEEDLES & THREADS

The Silver Needles and Threads quilting club has been very busy working on their own personal projects and making quilts for charities. During the past year, they have donated 46 quilts to Marge, their contact with Nellis Air Force Base, 16 quilts to the Ronald McDonald House, and several to The Fisher House.

The club meets in Craft Room #1 (the sewing room) and is open to all members of the community There are sewing machines and cutting tables available for use. The quilt club meets every Tuesday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. Stop in if you would like to join them, they are always looking for new members! For more information, contact Connie Munson at 612-810-9439 and conmun45@gmail.com.

The Last Lady Standing honors went to Tammy Brockschmidt. Thanks to Garry Paladino and Mae King Go for helping with the tournament set up. Mark your calendars for the next Winter Quarterly Tournament on January 21,

The ladies of the Silver Needles and Thread Club proudly display their beautiful handmade items they are donating to charities before delivering them to the lucky recipients.

SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS

THE HOLIDAYS ARE UPON US

S e n i o r s w i t h Wa r m H e a r t s ' Christmas “Giving” Tree for the children and parents of S A F E House as well as the homeless and at risk teens supported by Street Te e n s w i l l c o n t i n u e t h r o u g h Wednesday, December 14.

You can choose a tag from the tree for S.A.F.E. House with a child's wish, or if you prefer, you may donate a child's gift of your choice. Gifts are needed for all ages: boys and girls, newborns to 18 years, and there are tags for the parents too.

For those helped by Street Teens, tags are also available with requests for more necessity type items and gift cards. If you have travel size toiletries from a recent vacation, please consider donating these types of items as well.

On our tree this year, we will also have additional alternative tags for those who may want to give but may not want to shop. For $25.00, you can donate a Holiday Meal for one of Project 150's many at-risk teens that they service. The meal will feed a teen and their family (4 persons). Checks can be made out to Project 150. The other option is to donate $25.00 to Serving Our Kids Foundation to help them in acquiring the necessary items to provide weekend food to over 3,000 elementary school kids each week who otherwise would not have a food source on weekends. Checks can be made out to Serving Our Kids Foundation. If you choose one of these options, please attach the tag to your donation envelope.

T h e r e a r e m a n y o p t i o n s t o c h o o s e f r o m a n d p l e a s e consider donating an item or t w o P l e a s e d ro p o ff y o u r d o n a t i o n s n o l a t e r t h a n , Wednesday, December 14. Place your unwrapped gifts or envelopes in our red collection box and attach the tag you took from the tree Donations of wrapping paper, ribbon, bows, holiday decorations, and stocking stuffers, are always welcome. (If you take a tag and then change your mind, please return the tag to the tree as soon as possible, so no child will be left without a gift.)

The members of Seniors with Warm Hearts send out a very big “Thank You” for the generosity you have shown with their Christmas “Giving” Tree and throughout the years and best wishes for a Joyous, Healthy and Happy Holiday Season.

Their next meeting is scheduled on Thursday, December 15 at 11 a.m. in the Activity Room where they will sort the gifts they receive from their “Giving” Tree and distribute them to the respective organizations. For more information about this event or about our group, contact Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289 or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391.

SUN CITY ALIANTE STEPPERS

Congratulations to our Sun City Aliante Steppers f o r t h e i r a w a r d i n g w i n n i n g , g o l d w i n n i n g performances in the 2022 Nevada

Senior 0lympic G a m e s h e l d a t t h e F l a m i n g o Library Theatre o n S e p t e m b e r 17.

T h e S t e p p e r s e n s e m b l e danced to "Old Fashioned Girl" and "Candyman." You will see them rehearsing at Sun City Aliante Community Center on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. The Steppers will be performing at the Christmas Tree Lighting on December 5 in the Vista Room of the Aliante Community Center and at Red Rock Point Retirement Center on December 15. All of The Steppers wish you a very Happy Holiday!

SUN CITY ALIANTE SONGSTERS

STEPPERS AWARDED DOUBLE GOLD FOR THEIR PERFORMANCES!

TECHNOLOGY CLUB

Many residents want to make their home safer and have questions about home safety/security products and services. The Technology Club has planned a monthly meeting to discuss some of these important topics. Come to the Technology Club meeting on Thursday, December 1 at 6:30 pm in the Vista Room when the following topics will be discussed:

• What parts of the home would you want to make more secure?

• What are some home security products and services available?

• Low cost, low tech => high tech and greater investment

• What are the considerations for products which are wireless and/or battery driven?

• Should you do it yourself (DIY) or engage security services?

• What are some examples of what some residents have done?

Please come to the Technology Club meeting on December 1 to learn about home security as well as share your experiences. For more information, contact Wayne Headrick at 725-227-3441 and wayne.headrick@gmail.com.

UKULELE STRUMMERS

The Ukulele Strummers have been focused on learning and playing holiday music in December We are performing for Sun City Aliante residents at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 5 and with the Aloha Hawaii group on December 14. We will take a break to be with family and friends for the holidays from December 15 through January 7 and begin regular classes again on January 8.

We will continue to offer three classes every Sunday: Basic Ukulele: noon12:30 p.m.; (Please call Kevin Smith if you need this class); Beginning Ukulele: 12:30 - 1:25 p.m.; and Advanced Ukulele: 1:30-2:30 p.m.

We use Pete McCarty's free book of 400 songs. It is located at this link: https://peteymack2.weebly.com/uploads/1/3/5/4/135404457/august_2021.pdf.

If you are interested in joining us, please stop by a class or give me a call.

Happy Strumming!

Kevin Smith, 916-847-7422

VETERAN'S AUXILIARY

The October 18th meeting of the Veterans Auxiliary was an exciting one, with guest speaker Andreia Kelley She is the representative of several onbase entities the Auxiliary collectively calls the Nellis/Creech Active Military Support. The Auxiliary was pleased to be able to make a large donation for Andreia's continued work.

The Veteran's Auxiliary reported a very successful fundraiser from their garage sale that took place on October 8-9. They would like to thank everyone who donated, volunteered, or otherwise supported their effort with a purchase. Thanks to all!

Auxiliary members also volunteered at the Craig Ranch Appreciation Day event held on October 22. This annual event is held to honor our veterans, active military and first responders. The next event we hosted was the Annual Spaghetti Dinner, held in conjunction with the Veterans Club on November 12. We hope you were able to attend to enjoy delicious food, fun, friends and great causes!

Thank you to our new residents who stopped by the Veteran's Club and Auxiliary tables during the New Resident Welcome. Please look for an email from the respective club if you signed up on an interest sheet.

The Auxiliary members are anticipating the delivery of lap blankets to VA patients immediately following their next meeting on December 13. This meeting will be held a week early, due to the upcoming holidays, in the Activities Room. The Veteran's Auxiliary regular meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. Members welcome all who are interested in helping to support our veterans and active military For further information, please contact Julie Tomlin at jtomlin55@msn.com and 208-3208115 or Hjordy Wagner at hwizwag@gmail.com and 715-529-9728.

VETERAN'S CLUB

Greetings,

It was wonderful to see everyone at our Spaghetti Dinner on November 12. I wish to send my heartfelt appreciation and thanks to all the wonderful Veterans and Veterans Auxiliary people who volunteered their time and energy to provide all those who attended with a great night out. A special thanks goes out to Chris Rohrer for heading up the group of volunteers, Seniors Assisting Seniors, who are always available to help the residents of our community

I am sure you have noticed the Veterans Monument at the entrance to the Community Center, which contains engraved bricks of service members and loved ones. If you wish to purchase an engraved brick, please contact Sy Nielson at 702-234-9183. Sy is also handling the Adopt-A-Flag Program. If you wish to participate in this program, you can contact Sy at the number above. The month of December is full of important dates:

• Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day – December 7th – The attack on Pearl Harbor was 81 years ago this December.

• National Wreaths Across America Day – Wreath-laying ceremonies held in over 3,400 locations in the US, Puerto Rico and overseas cemeteries.

• US National Guard Birthday – The Army National Guard was established on December 13, 1636 in Massachusetts. The Air National Guard became a reserve component of the USAF on September 18, 1947.

• Civil Air Patrol (USAF Auxiliary) Birthday – The CAP was established on December 1, 1941. Members became American Airmen when the CAP became an official member of the USAF Total Force on August 28, 2015.

Come join the Veterans Club of Sun City Aliante. Membership is free and open to any Resident Activity Card Holder. Our next meeting will be hold on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 6 pm in the Vista Room.

I wish everyone a Wonderful and Safe Holiday Season!

Pat Goeppinger

Acting Chair, Veterans Club of SCAL onehappygrandma@cox.net, 702-308-3489

The Ukulele Strummers pose for a photo in between performances at the New Resident Welcome and Chartered Club and Special Interest Expo

The Color Guard participates in a ceremony marking the opening of the Craig Ranch Appreciation Event for active-duty military, veterans and first responders on October 22.

CHARTERED CLUBS

C har tered C lubs, as outlined in the “Sun City Aliante Club Guidelines,” are Board-recognized and open to all Sun City Aliante residents. ese clubs are sanctioned strictly for the members of this Association with no exceptions, unless a club invites guest speakers, instructors, etc. A household guest will be allowed to participate at club activities, in compliance with required guest policies and fees. All club members should be familiar with these guidelines set forth by the Board, as well as their individual club bylaws and/or policies and procedures. If you have questions regarding your club charter, feel free to call Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, at 702-638-5061.

Af ternoon Games. Meets Sundays from 1 4 p m. Contact Jo Cox at 702 646 3467 and xnnaj@aol.com

Aliante’s Classy Chefs. Meets 1st Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in the SCAL Kitchen contact Sylvia Ross at 714 313 4046 and sylviaross1954@icloud.com.

American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays 12:30 3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 914 456 9690 and owllady43@gmail.com.

Hand Knee and Foot. Meets Tuesdays from 1- 4 p.m. Contact Terri Petrie at 630 333 7095 and terripetrie@terripetrie com or Mar y Kaufman at 702 308 4018.

Mahjong. Meets Mondays from 1 - 4 p m Contact Judy Tobor at 818 857 8948 and judytobor travel@gmail com

Technology Club. Meets the first Thursday at 6:30 p m. in the Vista Ballroom Contact Wayne Headrick at 725 227 3441 and and wayne.headrick@gmail.com.

Tennis. Meets daily for Open Play. Star t time is 8 a.m. Contact Larr y Rothstein at 760 831 5532 and lilandlar@aol.com

M-S. The Weather may affect star t times

Ukulele Strummers. Meets Sundays at Noon a – 2:30 p.m. Contact Kevin Smith at 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com.

to 2 p.m.

Ar t Club Meets Tuesdays at 10:00 a m Contact Karen Franklin at 702 633 4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Peggy Totino at 702 217 5973 or ptotino2@gmail com

Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:45 p m. Contact Jeannette Smith at 702 649 2468. For book selections, visit www.scaliante.com

Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday from 5:30 8:45 p m. Contact Cathy Pierce at 209 595 0833 and cnitro3@fire2wire com or Robin Sharp at 303 641 2107 and dalerobin2@aol com

Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a m 2 p m . Contact Jill Ernest at 702 954 6299 and jilljack16@yahoo com or Lynne Har tig at 702 885 5011

Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets ever y Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Contact Mar y Jane and Charles D'Agati at 201 321 1691 or mjdagati@aol com

Cornhole. Meets Tuesdays & Fridays at 11a m

Contact Rebecca Anderson at 702-271-1014 and rsa2373@gmail.comor Dave Maurer at 314- 610-2969.

Club DIAL (Dance in a Line).

Saturdays - Beginners – 10-10:30 a.m.; Advanced 10:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays – Intermediates 6 –7 p.m.; Wednesdays – Practice – 6 – 7 p.m. Contact Mar yann Gorsk i at 702-642-3212 and mtg815@cox.net.

Eight Ballers. Meets & Fridays10 a m - noon. Contact Vic Anderson at 321 557 5437.

Mondays, Wednesdays

Euchre. Meets 1 p m. on Mondays. Contact Cher yl Gustin at 319 415 0471 or gusto32742@yahoo com

Forget-Me -Knots. Knitting, needlework , crochet and jewelr y mak ing. Meets Mondays

from 1 4 p m

Contact Collette Stickney at 702 399 2647 and acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702 399 5347 and shapiromr@yahoo com

Glass Craf ters. Meets ever y Wednesday at 1 p m. – 4 p m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702 642 8716 and cpigs@aol com, or Chris Rohrer @ crohrer1956@icloud.com.

Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets Fridays at 1:00 p m. Contact Alanna Tiehes 951 313 1349 and and diamond378770@gmail.com Carol Jones at 661 466 3478 and carolannejones1956@gmail com

Pan. Meets on Mondays at 5:45 8:45 p m. and Fridays at 12:00 – 3:00 p m. For more information contact Renée Snodgrass at 818 807 3369 or 702 458 0013 or reneesnodgrass@cox net

Paper Craf ting. Meets Mondays at 1-4 p.m. Contact Denise Simon at 914 907 6899 simond2571@gmail.com.

Pickleball. Club days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings star ting Spring/Summer at 7 a m. – Fall/Winter at 8 a m Beginner Pickleball Classes are held on Mondays and Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. Contact Sarah Smith at 702 635 4629 and jcsasmith1375@cox net

Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays from 5:30 8:30 p.m. and ever y Sunday from 4:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Contact Rene Swanson at 702 773 2283 and reneedswanson@hotmail.com.

Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays at 4:15 p.m. Contact Vicky Inger tson at 951 219 9549 and pokerpres@gmail com Dan Schaller at 520 233 4222 and danielgschaller@gmail com

Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Contact Connie Munson at 612 810 9439 and conmun45@gmail com Solos. Social Group for Singles. Social group for singles. Contact Teri Nar veson at 702 642 0683 and tnarveson@hotmail com or Angie Bidell at 702 639 2365 and ambidell@aol.com.

Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.. Contact Lorraine Zanello at 702 460 9583 and lcompozr@aol.com or Holly Strasser at 702-305-1768 and hollystrasser23@gmail.com.

Spades. Meets Mondays at 6 p m. Contact Sonja Bankston-Cullen at 310 612 3340 and mrssbc@gmail com

Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young at 702 649 1176 and jaxlady@ hotmail com

. Table Tennis. Meets Monday through Friday from 8:30 a m. to 10:00 a m. in the Social Hall. Saturday is open play. Contact Ed Ernest at 269 591 0759 and eeernest@yahoo.com. or Gabe Hamidian at 702 518 7580 & miniplaza@gmail com

Veterans of Sun City. Meets the 3rd Tuesday at 6 p m Contact LeRoy Munson 612 810 5704 and lcmunson@aol com

The Veterans Auxiliar y of Sun City Meets the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. Contact Pat Goeppinger at 702-308-3489 and onehappygrandma@cox.net

The following Special Interest Groups are Board-recognized and in advance. Please check the calendar. may schedule meetings

Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group. Social group for fun & enter tainment. Contact Mel Coloma at 702-556-4622 or Epi Coloma at 571-228-0390 Ana Marie K ilroy at 702-482-3034.

Aloha Hawaii. For future events contact Ken “Pineapple” Kapono at 951 214 9840 and pinegerri@yahoo com

Bowling. Meets Thursdays at noon at Sunset Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray Wong at 702-6469664 and coach9664@yahoo.com

Havarah. Meets to socialize and celebrate Jewish holidays as well as special bir thdays. O ther activities, such as games nights, have been scheduled. We are always open to suggestions. Contact Mady Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com or scahavarah@gmail.com.

Ladies’ Golf. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf Course Text Contact Denise Doud at 951-403-0942 on Mondays to sign-up for Thursday play.

LGBT. Meets 2nd Wednesday at 6 p.m. Contact Dan Lies at SCAlianteLGBT@gmail.com.

Minnesota Nice Group. Minnesota folks meet monthly for events. Contact Obbie Harvieux at 651-735-9111 to get on mailing list.

Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday, Social Hall, 4-5 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-5305119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com.

Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with limited home needs & medical equipment. Par t of Veterans Club. Hot line 702-981-3149, Chris Rohrer

Seniors With Warm Hear ts. Helps disadvantaged children & teens. Contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289.