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2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH LIVE TO BE 100 AND WANT TO! LAS VEGAS ENTERTAINER & SINGER DAWN FELLMER PERFORMS – VISTA ROOM ANDRÉ RIEU & HIS JOHANN STRAUSS ORCHESTRA – T MOBILE ARENA UKULELE PERFORMANCE WITH DANI JOY & PERRY STAUFFER – VISTA ROOM SUN CITY ALIANTE ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW – VISTA ROOM HIGHLIGHTS – HOLIDAY DECORATING & VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS HAPPY LUNAR (CHINESE) NEW YEAR 2022 VALENTINE'S DAY – ORIGINS AND TRADITIONS SUN CITY ALIANTE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO – VISTA ROOM

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Edition 221

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February 2022

Happy Valentine’s Day

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LUNCH 'N' LEARN – KNOW THE SIGNS OF HEART DISEASE.

MOVIE NIGHT – HITMAN'S WIFE'S BODYGUARD & KING RICHARD.

ENTERTAINER & SINGER DAWN FELLMER PERFORMING IN CONCERT

VALENTINE'S DAY – ORIGINS AND TRADITIONS SUN CITY ALIANTE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO – VISTA ROOM

WE ARE FROM THE PRESIDENT President’s Message, Warren Geller, President, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors.

BOARD MEMBER'S MESSAGE

COMMUNITY MANAGER'S MESSAGE

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

- Origins of Black History Month and African Americans You Should know.

HAPPY LUNAR (CHINESE) NEW YEAR 2022

Wayne Headrick, Secretary Sun City Aliante Board of Directors.

FEBRUARY 2022

– Featuring songs from Pop, Jazz, The Great American Songbook, Motown, R&B, Broadway and more.

UKULELE PERFORMANCE WITH DANI JOY & PERRY STAUFFER.

ANDRÉ RIEU AND HIS JOHANN STRAUSS ORCHESTRA

SUN CITY ALIANTE SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW – APRIL 1 & 2.

Damian Carrasco, Community Manager Sun City Aliante.

– Experience a magical evening of music and dance performed by the renowned Dutch violinist and his orchestra.

2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

HIGHLIGHTS – HOLIDAY DECORATING & VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS.

MAYOR PRO TEMPORE RICHARD CHERCHIO'S MESSAGE

ORIGINS & TRADITIONS OF VALENTINE'S DAY.

NLV Mayor Pro Tempore & Councilman Ward 4.

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SUN CITY ALIANTE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO – Meet health experts and

Exhibitors who oﬀer products to maintain and healthy heart and body.

ADVERTISER INDEX

Community Center Guidelines

SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER FULLY REOPENED

Nevada Governor Sisolak's Indoor Mask Mandate Eﬀective Thursday, November 11 As a result of this guidance, during a meeting of the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors on Wednesday, November 10, the Board decided the following health guidelines will be strictly enforced inside the

Sun City Aliante Community Center:

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All residents are now required to wear masks at all times inside the Community Center - whether they are fully vaccinated or not.

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This mandate applies to everyone who is engaged in athletic activities, including ﬁtness classes, using the gym, playing table tennis or dancing.

The only exceptions to the mask rule include the following: • Removing your mask momentarily to take a drink or eating/drinking during a Lunch 'n' Learn or Snack 'n' Learn seminar

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Swimming or participating in an aqua aerobics class Showering before and after using the pool

If you have a medical issue, we recommend you seek the advice of your doctor regarding wearing a mask. We will continue to evaluate the situation daily and keep you informed of any changes. These restrictions will remain in place until the State Health Authority Directives advise it is safe and the Board believes it is in the best interest of the community to remove them.

The mask mandate does not apply to any outdoor activities. The State of Nevada continues to encourage all residents and visitors to be vaccinated as soon as they are able. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) all three vaccines are safe and eﬀective, and Nevadans 5 years of age and older are encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Based on the Board of Director's decision to fully reopen the Community Center, we have fully reopened all facilities; and we are bringing back all activities to their regular schedule before COVID19. The Community Center's Hours of Operation will extend one hour in the evening on Monday- Saturday. We will now close at 9 p.m. Hours of Operation: Monday – Saturday – 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday – 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Administrative Oﬃces Monday- Friday – 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nelenie Hernandez – Assistant Manager/Director of Compliance Carol Garbarino – Customer Service Coordinator • •

All of the areas inside the Community Center are fully reopened. Residents are still required to make reservations for Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn seminars and all on-site and oﬀ-site events.

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Residents can access all equipment in the Fitness Center and Aerobics Room. Foods are permitted during scheduled activities only. Registered guests are permitted to use the Community Center facilities and must be accompanied by a resident. Guest registration is $5. All Clubs and Special Interest Groups are invited to resume activities. However, the group leaders must contact Lori Daniels to conﬁrm dates, time, and space. Open Play is permitted, but you must contact the Front Desk 24 hours in advance to request your time and space.

We are excited to have brought back the amazing excursions, activities, and events that you love and enjoy. We look forward to seeing you participate in as many as possible. Respectfully, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

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FROM THE PRESIDENT

FEBRUARY 2022

Sun City Aliante Community Association 7394 Aliante Parkway N. Las Vegas, Nevada 89084 www.suncityaliante.org

Customer Service Oﬃce Hours Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Community Center

Hello My Friends,

702-638-5065 Monday - Saturday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

I have been your President for the last seven years, and I often think about why we are one of the premium HOAs in Southern Nevada. I spent the last several weeks walking our streets and observing the homes that line our community. I have taken the time to seriously, and hopefully impartially, reﬂect on our pluses and, yes, negatives. I will take this opportunity to share with you my conclusions and the reality of Sun City Aliante.

First Service Residential

702-399-4273 - www.fsresidential.com

Community Association Manager Damian Carrasco -702-638-5007 gm@suncityaliante.us

The most obvious observation is the excellent condition of our homes and the careful attention paid by you to the landscaping around each home. This clearly displays your pride in where you live and tells all prospective people who are thinking of making our HOA their home, that you are proud to live here.

Community Association Assistant Manager Director of Standards and Compliance Nelenie Hernandez - 702-638-5006 assistantmanager@suncityaliante.us

Lifestyle Director

Debra Kent - 702-638-5061 dkent@suncityaliante.us

Lifestyle Department Oﬃce Manager

Lori Daniels - 702-638-5065 ldaniels@suncityaliante.us

Customer Service Coordinator Carol Garbarino 702-638-5023 cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us

Facilities Manager

Juan Macias - 702-638-5009 jmacias@suncityaliante.us

Board of Directors

Warren Geller, President Ed Sloman, Vice President Wayne Headrick, Secretary Nancy Prince, Treasurer Mark Smith, Director Mark Towers, Director Sonja-Bankston-Cullen, Director

Aliante Master Association Info 702-638-7770

Now a community center is just a bunch of rooms; but what makes this a place of love and caring is our outstanding staff of FirstService Residential (FSR) employees who genuinely treat all residents with respect. They are the “face of our community.” We are so lucky that all 19 employees are the best of the best, and they display Sun City Aliante values every minute of every day. In my opinion we have the best Lifestyle Director (Debbie Kent) in all of Las Vegas. Coupled with our outstanding “Breeze” Editor (Trish Williamson), they provide all residents with information on the activities we can attend as well as keep us informed of all that is transpiring in our community. How fortunate are we to have a staff of receptionists and an office manager who always greet everyone with a smile, and be sure to visit Carol Garbarino, our customer service coordinator, to see her welcoming wave and smile. I do not know about you, but when I enter the community center, I look forward to a warm greeting and that makes my day so much better. Our maintenance staff continuously cleans, organizes, and makes our center one that gleams and is a safe environment. Lastly, our community management team, of Damian Carrasco and Nelenie Hernandez, work tirelessly in carrying out your Board's policies. They are true professionals and just plain decent and kind people. Your FSR team works in harmony making sure every detail of our community center is a safe and an enjoyable place to spend time. All of the above, coupled with a very low assessment rate, makes Sun City Aliante the ideal place to live. We are an active, vibrant, fun-filled place to reside, and we proudly display our trophies as the three-time winner of the Outstanding Large Association in Southern Nevada.

e Breeze Publisher & Editor

I will close with what I consider a negative, and that is a relatively low rate of participants in our community center activities. As best we can estimate, about 400 out of 3,400 residents make use of all we provide. I would bet that if you attend any activities, you would be back for more. Give us a try as you have nothing to lose and so much to gain.

Managing Editor

Thank you for taking the time to read this article. It truly reﬂects how I feel about Sun City Aliante, and I am so proud to be a part in making us a great community. Thanks to all of you who volunteer your time and eﬀort which contribute to all I have said positively about our home and thank you for being supportive of your dedicated Board of Directors.

Trish Williamson-702-638-5035 twilliamson@suncityaliante.us

Debbie Kent

I see our neighborhood patrol driving our community streets ensuring our wellbeing, and I enthusiastically wave as they pass by. My walks almost always bring me to the hub of our lifestyle, namely our beautiful community center. This is a place of fun and a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature and the peaceful interior surroundings. We have spent considerable time (and money) in renovating our center environment, and there is more to come during this year. I spend MANY hours a week performing community business, and I never tire of what we have accomplished in making it a place that welcomes you to enjoy all we have here.

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

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WE ARE...

FEBRUARY 2022

BOD NOTICE

BOARD MESSAGE

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)

HIGHER RESOLUTION IS USUALLY BETTER… FOR GREAT PHOTOS!

BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Wednesday, March 9, 2022 Wednesday, April 13, 2022 BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Wednesday, March 9, 2022 Wednesday, April 13, 2022

TIME 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 9:15 a.m.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Wayne Headrick

Trish, Debbie, and your Communications Committee are always looking for photos of events and activities that you and your neighbors, fellow club members, etc., have taken. In addition to the state-of-the-art cameras some of you have, most of you have a camera on your cell phone that is capable of capturing very good images. In fact, the newest cell phones have multiple ﬁxed aperture lens cameras that allow them to capture professional images.

Ignoring subject selection, lighting effects and other such artistic quality issues, the general quality of an image is associated with its resolution – increased resolution means more details from the original scene are captured in the image file your camera produces. Of course, the size of the created image file increases as the resolution increases. Cell phone cameras typically measure their maximum capability in megapixels (MP), the approximate number, in millions, of individual image capturing elements included when they were built – newer cameras are typically between 8MP and 15MP. While this information is useful when comparing the relative capabilities of various cell phone cameras, nearly all such cameras are initially set to create their image files in the JPG/JPEG format, a popular digital image format that compresses the image data as much as possible while retaining most of the original image quality. Without going into details that even I find boring, a JPG image file that you would like to have considered for inclusion in an upcoming edition of The Breeze should be at least 2 MBytes in size. If you are taking photos for the specific purpose of passing them along to Trish Williamson, editor of The Breeze, I recommend that you check your camera to see if it supports PNG images. An image stored using the PNG digital format will typically result in a much larger file than would the same image stored using the JPG format, but the additional information contained in the file will allow Trish to do much more with your photos. If you can supply her with PNG image files, concerns about such files being too small is almost never an issue.

The Sun City Aliante Board of Directors pictured (l-r) are Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Director; Nancy Prince, Treasurer; Ed Sloman, Vice President; Warren Geller, President; Wayne Headrick, Secretary; Mark Towers, Director and Mark Smith, Director. 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 editorial decisions or content. 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, noninfringement, 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.

At this point, it is important to remember that regardless of whether your photos are being saved in JPG or PNG formats, you need to get them to Trish by physically bringing your cell phone into her office; so, she can copy the applicable files onto her computer. Emailing or texting them to her will result in their quality being reduced or they will take “forever” to reach her. This concern for file size is directly related to the fact that The Breeze is designed to be printed on paper, and the images it contains need to be as high in quality as possible; so, the overall quality of the publication is limited only by the printing process itself. A quick final note, if you are taking photos to post on the Internet or send to friends and family via email or text, please do use the JPG digital file format on your cell phone to save them. Images captured using the JPG format display quite well on a cell phone, tablet and computer screens and their smaller file size allows them to be transported over the Internet much more quickly. Happy photo taking in 2022! Wayne Headrick Secretary, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

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WE ARE...

BOARD MEETING

Sun City Aliante Board Meeting Summary

Please read below for a summary of the January 12, 2022, Board of Directors (BOD) monthly meeting: A. Reappointment of Committee Members - The Board reappointed all committee members for another year. B. Lifestyle Committee Recommendation to appoint Judy Belvill The Board appointed Judy Belvill as a new member of the Lifestyle Committee. C. G&G Systems Change Order - The Board approved a change order from G&G Systems for additional work to the ﬁre alarm system for $6,000.

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FEBRUARY 2022

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COMMUNITY MGR Hello Residents, As we begin 2022, I wanted to share a few initial projects that we are working to improve the quality of life in our community. Our biggest undertaking right now is a major landscape conversion project, and I am very excited about the beneﬁts it will bring to our community. As the result of a bill signed by Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak, HOAs, businesses and multifamily properties are required to remove purely decorative, nonfunctional grass found in many areas in HOA communities and business complexes by the end of 2026. The law does not apply to grass in homeowner's yards, or to grass used for recreation at park and schools.

months, we will have more details when the project is presented to the Board for consideration. Finally, I look forward to seeing you at the Health & Fitness Expo which will be held in the Vista Room, on February 10. I wish you a very Happy Valentine's Day and a healthy and safe February! Damian Carrasco Community Manager, Sun City Aliante

BOARD ELECTION Sun City Aliante Board of Directors Election 2022 Now is Your Chance to Get Involved!

The Southern Nevada Water Authority is spearheading a Water Smart Landscapes Rebate Program to covert nonfunctional grass to desert landscaping. Our HOA will receive $3 per square foot of grass that we remove and replace with desert landscaping up to the ﬁrst 10,000 square feet converted and $1.50 per square foot thereafter per property, per year.

As a resident of Sun City Aliante, your voice and participation are important in making many decisions that aﬀect you and your community.

The major areas in our community that will be converted to desertscape include: the grass area in front of the water feature (at the intersection of Aliante Pkwy. and Elkhorn); grass areas at the front of the Community Center that were not included in the Expansion and Renovation Project; and the grass area behind the Vista Room.

Now is your chance to run as a Candidate for the Board of Directors and get involved.

We will realize many beneﬁts from the conversion to desert landscaping. In addition to the rebate, we will also experience water savings, have an opportunity to update our community's landscaping look, make our community more attractive and appealing, and the desertscapes will require less maintenance.

This election process began in January 2022. A Candidate Interest Form and Disclosure Statement were included in the January issue of The Breeze for those candidates interested in running for a seat on the Board.

In addition, we will be updating the landscaping in these areas to bring them in line with the beautiful landscaping that was done for the Expansion and Enclosure Project. We are also looking at more options for holiday decorations for the interior and exterior of the Community Center. We received a lot of positive comments on the decorations we had this year, but we need more, especially more lighting in the front of the Community Center. We are looking at options early in the year because we want to create that WOW feeling when residents and visitors drive by or enter the Community Center. We are also working on a new sound system for the Vista Room, getting bids from diﬀerent vendors and looking at various options. In addition, an Ad Hoc Committee, which was formed last year, is in the very initial stages of looking at remodeling the remaining areas of the Community Center which were not done during the Expansion and Renovation Project. The Committee will be looking at the needs and assessments and collecting information to obtain pricing. In future

By the time you read this article, you will have only a few days to "throw your hat in the ring" and turn in your Board Candidate Nomination Form! This year we have four openings on your Board of Directors, and the elected oﬃcers will serve two-year terms. Please complete this form and turn it into the Front Desk no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, February 7, 2022. You may also pick up a copy of the form at the Front Desk. Ballots will be mailed to all homeowners in early April. The election results will be announced at the Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. So, do not hesitate. This is your chance to contribute your views to our wonderful community and its residents. Larry Rothstein Chair, Sun City Aliante Election Committee 2022

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

LIFESTYLE NEWS Dear Residents, Forward Thinking The year is rocketing by even with a surging pandemic disrupting our lives. With all that has happened to derail our lives, the Lifestyle Department continues to accomplish successful events. We are inspired by you, the residents who motivate us to provide exceptional life experiences and create unforgettable memories.

Learning Never Stops No one could have predicted what has happened in the past two years. It has been an eye-opening experience, and we've learned to expect the unexpected. Even in our darkest hour, this community remained loyal and supportive of our eﬀorts to operate the Community Center, oﬀer unparalleled entertainment opportunities, present valuable educational Lunch & Learns, and build a healthy environment that people enjoy. Upcoming Events Even though we are adapting, shifting, dodging the virus, our events are subject to cancellation. In the event of a cancellation, all tickets will be refunded. Please be understanding and keep in mind that “anything can happen” with scheduled performances. At this time, we will continue with our Dance Socials, Movies, Fitness Classes, Lunch & Learns, Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups who want to meet, and events, until we are directed otherwise. The month of February celebrates Black History Month, the 2022 Winter Olympics, Valentine's Day, Ground Hog Day, and other notable events. The “Year of the Tiger” is a year that will challenge our strength and resilience, and through it all, we'll continue to thrive.

FEBRUARY 2022

COMMUNITY STANDARDS Hello, Sun City Aliante Residents, A couple of months ago, I mentioned how delighted we were to see so many new homeowners in our community. I was happy to meet most of you during the New Resident Orientation. One of the questions our president, Warren Geller, asked those who attended was, “How many of you have never lived in an HOA community association before?” Some people raised their hands. Though it is exciting to see so many new residents, it is also a little challenging to know that many of our new homeowners may not be familiar with what living in an association entails. Yes, you must pay an assessment whether or not you use the community amenities. Yes, you are responsible for making sure your address sign is legible and illuminated. Yes, there are conditions, regulations, and restrictions homeowners/tenants must abide by. However, these are put in place to help maintain and enhance the property values of your home. Assessments paid by association members cover the cost of conducting association business – such as common area maintenance, repair and replacement, essential services, routine operations, insurance, landscaping, facilities maintenance as well as savings for future needs. According to the 2019 Nevada Community Association Fact Book, approximately 507,000 Nevadans lived in 196,000 homes in more than 3,400 community associations. These residents paid $887 million a year to maintain their communities. These costs would otherwise have fallen to the local government. The median home value in Nevada was $242,400. Homes in community associations are generally valued at least four percent more than other homes. And, by 2040 the community association housing model is expected to become the most common form of housing.

February Events: 11 - Movie - Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard - Vista Room 16 - Movie - King Richard - Vista Room 25 - Concert - Dawn Fellmer - Vista Room

I understand it will take a little getting used to the diﬀerent lifestyle, but I am conﬁdent you will appreciate it over time. I encourage all homeowners to read the governing documents. If you have a question, please ask. Come visit the Community Center and enjoy the amenities available to you and your guests.

March Features: 18 - Andre Rieu - T-Mobile Arena

We have an amazing Lifestyle Director and wonderful staff who put together events in the Community Center and around the city. You may have no interest in using the gym, but you are certainly welcome to join our more than 40 Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups or sign up for off-site sporting events or shows in a glamorous casino on the Las Vegas Strip. We encourage you to take advantage of our offerings.

Thank you On behalf of A Path for Paws Dog Rescue, thank you to everyone who donated pet supplies to their holiday drive. You exceeded their goal of "collecting a few things" to ﬁlling a storage unit with blankets, towels, sheets, rugs, and dog beds for their animal rescue. Just know that you melted many hearts with your generosity!

The Sun City Aliante Association will recognize President's Day on Monday, February 21 by closing the Administrative Oﬃces on Monday, February 21. The Community Center will be open regular hours from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Passion "I think everybody needs a passion. Whether it's one passion or a hundred, that's what keeps life interesting." - Betty White

The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) will meet on February 4 and 18. Please remember any exterior change requires the approval of the ARC Committee.

Find your passion in one of the many Sun City Aliante Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups, Fitness Classes, Committees, and events to make 2022 a wonderful and fulﬁlling year!

If you have any questions or need any clariﬁcations, please contact me at 702-638-5006 or at assistantmanager@suncityaliante.us.

Thank you, Debbie Kent Lifestyle Director

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Happy Valentine's Day! Nelenie Hernandez Assistant Manager, Director of Standards & Compliance

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

MAYOR PRO TEMPORE RICHARD CHERCHIO

Hello Residents,

Happy February 2022! This is a month of many celebrations, including Black History Month, Valentine's Day, President's Day and Chinese New Year.

Out of an abundance of caution and for the health and well-being of attendees and the community, the 2022 State of the City, originally planned for January, will be postponed to March 31.Additional details will be announced at a later time. Tickets that have already been purchased will automatically be transferred to that date.

We commemorate Black History month by recognizing many African-Americans, men and women alike, who have made significant contributions to our rich heritage. Some of their names may be very familiar to you, while others are unsung heroes, including civil rights activist Claudette Colvin, who was arrested before Rosa Parks for not giving up her bus seat to a white person in Montgomery, Alabama at age 15; Dr. Daniel Williams, who founded the first black-owned hospital with a racially integrated staff; mathematician Katherine Johnson, who worked as a “human computer” at NASA and helped to launch the first Americans into space; and inventor Garrett Morgan, who blazed the trail for AfricanAmerican with his patents, and many more. February 2, 2022 begins the Chinese New Year and marks the “Year of the Tiger,” one of the 12 animals of the Chinese Zodiac. It is believed that people born in the years of the tiger possess characteristics of the animal and are vigorous and ambitious, daring and courageous, enthusiastic and generous, self-confident with a sense of justice and a commitment to help others for the greater good. Check out your Chinese Zodiac animal. See if the animal's traits match any of your characteristics. I hope you enjoy reading the article on page 32 about the origins and many fun traditions of Valentine’s Day. Did you know who first started Valentine's Day? Are you aware of the history of the candy conversation hearts? Did you know Xs and Os were not always hugs and kisses? Enjoy a very Happy Valentine's Day. Please come celebrate “National Heart Month” on Thursday, February 10 by attending the Sun City Aliante Health & Fitness Expo at the Community Center in the Vista Room from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. All Sun City Aliante residents are invited to attend and enjoy a continental breakfast and have a chance to win free prizes. The sponsor for the Health & Fitness Expo is Centennial Hills Hospital. When you arrive at the event, you will receive a listing of exhibitors. Please visit all the exhibitors and ask them to sign your list. After you have visited all the displays, return to the registration desk to receive a raffle coupon for valuable door prizes. We invite you to attend our many informative Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn Seminars. This month's topics will include everything from protecting your home from electrical fires, to meeting the author of “How to Live to Be 100 and Enjoy It” to stopping break-ins in your home before they happen and much more. If you have any questions regarding The Breeze, the Sun City Aliante website, or the eBlast, please contact me at 702-429-1623 or twilliamson@suncityaliante.us. Happy Valentine's Day! Trish Williamson Editor, The Breeze

North Las Vegas continues to lead the way in diversifying the economy of Southern Nevada, while also mitigating the effects of the pandemic on our residents. The event will also be livestreamed on the City's official Facebook and YouTube pages, as well as on cityofnorthlasvegas.com. We are excited to announce more details soon and we look forward to seeing you there! More exciting news – we are one step closer to a flagship economic development project we anticipate will begin taking shape this year: the Job Creation Zone. We received three fantastic bidders and ultimately, as a council, we selected the Pacific Group, who we believe will be a good partner to bring our vision to life. Since the Job Creation Zone is next to the VA Hospital, our focus will be on attracting a wide range of medical services that are complementary to what the VA offers, as well as new services like a hospital, biotechnology research firms, and related services that will bring thousands of good-paying jobs to North Las Vegas. We would also like to see a hotel, restaurants, and other new amenities as part of the development. This is growth by design; what we are creating is a region within our city that will allow people to work, play and live in close proximity to a wonderful lifestyle and environment. This will surely be the heart of our new Innovation District that will span from the Deer Springs District to the Speedway and complement the VA Hospital and future UNLV campus and bring additional jobs, capital investment and lifestyle amenities to our city. I am also proud to announce that we have 12 new firefighters who recently graduated from the North Las Vegas Fire Academy, expanding the department, and increasing service to constituents! The nine probationary firefighters and three firefighter-paramedics will undergo thorough training and evaluation for the next six to eight months and will serve constituents from eight stations located throughout North Las Vegas. North Las Vegas Fire Academy graduates completed an intense 20-week academy that introduces them to the basics of firefighting, emergency medical service (EMS) training, hazardous materials training, vehicle extrication, leadership, customer service and community engagement. The graduates were celebrated with a badge pinning and swearing-in ceremony held in North Las Vegas City Hall Council Chambers. Additionally, we have 13 new police officers and two correction officers who recently graduated from the academy! These recruits went through a rigorous six-month academy and will now join the ranks of the police department. The hard work does not end there; they will now go through a six-month field training program which makes them use the training they received in the academy, in the field. Lastly, now that we are fully mid-winter, please remain vigilant about protecting yourself and your loved ones against COVID-19. Continue washing your hands, social distancing and wearing masks in public indoors. Let us all stay happy and healthy! Richard Cherchio Mayor Pro Tempore Ward 4 Councilman

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FEBRUARY 2022

ASSOCIATION NEWS

HOLIDAY HOURS

Holiday Hours President's Day: The Sun City Aliante Association will recognize President's Day by closing the Administration Oﬃces on Monday, February 21. The Community Center will be open regular hours.

Effective November 1, 2021

New Mailing Address for HOA Payments

To New Sun City Aliante Residents Carolyn Powell Stephen and Jennifer Jones Daniel and Jodi Schaller Allan and Sharon Poole Michael Bailey

Ceasare and Doris Gentile Bryan and Beverly Wong Allen and April Walker Francis Yoshida Carlethia Murray

FirstService Residential's mailing address has changed for accepting payments made by paper check, money order and through your bank's Online Bill Pay feature. If you choose to pay by check or money order, please mail your payments to the address below moving forward. If you pay through your bank's Online Bill Pay feature, please log in to your online banking account and update the payee's address as listed below: For Sun City Aliante HOA Payments, use the new address below: Sun City Aliante c/o FirstService Residential P.O. Box 30422 Tampa, FL 33630-3422 For Aliante Master Association HOA Payments use the new address below:

NEW RESIDENTS MUST REGISTER AT THE CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICE If you are a new resident or have moved to another home within the community, please contact Customer Service Coordinator Carol Garbarino to schedule a registration appointment. All new Sun City Aliante residents (homeowners and renters) are required to register with Carol Garbarino in the Customer Service Oﬃce at the Community Center. At the same time, you can obtain a Membership Card which is required to access all activities in the Community C e n t e r. Yo u c a n c o n t a c t C a r o l a t 7 0 2 - 6 3 8 - 5 0 2 3 o r cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us Thank you in Advance - The Compliance and Customer Service Oﬃce

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CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH Virginia. Tubman will replace former President Andrew Jackson on the new 20-dollar bill. W.E.B. Du Bois - The founder of the NAACP, a journalist and historian, Du Bois was the ﬁrst African American to receive a doctorate from Harvard, where he authored his thesis on the slave trade. In 1919, he organized the ﬁrst Paris "Exhibit of American Negroes" in which he challenged racist stereotypes. Claudette Colvin - Before Rosa Parks, Claudette Colvin, then 15, was arrested for not giving up her bus seat to a white person in Montgomery, Alabama. Colvin and others challenged the segregation law in court, but black civil rights leaders thought Parks would be a better icon for the movement.

Civil Rights March on Washington, D.C. (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Mathew Ahmann in a crowd.) Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the role of blacks in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of "Negro History Week," the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has oﬃcially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating black history.

Origins of Black History Month

The story of Black History Month begins in 1915, half a century after the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States when Harvard-trained historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH), an organization dedicated to researching and promoting achievements by people of African descent. The theme of Black History Month 2022, Black Health and Wellness, acknowledges the legacy of not only Black scholars and medical practitioners in medicine, but also other ways of knowing (e.g., birth workers, doulas, midwives, naturopaths, healers, etc.) throughout the African continent and African diaspora. The 2022 theme considers activities, rituals and initiatives that Black communities have done to stay healthy.

African Americans You Should Know

Martin Luther King, Jr. - A Baptist minister, acclaimed spokesman, and leader of the American civil rights movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968, King advanced civil rights through nonviolent protest. His "I Have A Dream" speech delivered on August 23, 1963, in Washington, D.C. at the Lincoln Memorial called for civil and economic rights and an end to racism in the United States. King was awarded the Nobel Peace in 1964, posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1977, and the Congressional Gold Medal in 2003. Martin Luther King Day was declared a federal holiday in 1986 and is celebrated on January 17. Harriet Tubman - After escaping slavery in 1849, this abolitionist famously became a "conductor" on the "Underground Railroad." She also worked as a Union nurse in 1962 at the request of Gov. John Andrew, serving in the ﬁeld from South Carolina to Florida and at hospitals in

Garrett Morgan - Garrett Morgan blazed a trail for African American inventors with his patents, including a breathing device, which was a precursor to the modern gas mask; a revamped sewing machine and the first automatic three-way traffic signal, which he later sold to General Electric. Maya Angelou - One of the best-known African American authors, Angelou won fame for her autobiography "I Know Why A Caged Bird Sings." Her story tells a coming-of-age tale that shows racism as it affected a young girl, and how it transformed her into the proud author she would later become. She collaborated with Martin Luther King Jr. and other civil rights leaders to end segregation. Sidney Poitier - An African American actor, film director, actor and ambassador, Poitier was an American citizen raised in the Bahamas. In 1964, he won the Academy Award for Best Actor, becoming the first Black male actor to win the award for his role in "Lilies of the Field." He supported Martin Luther King and inspired a generation during the civil rights movement. Katherine Johnson - Overcoming the prejudices thrown at her while working as a "human computer" at NASA, she made calculations to successfully launch the first Americans into space. Johnson's work marked a turning point in the race to space with the Soviet Union. Johnson's untold story was recently popularized through the critically acclaimed film "Hidden Figures." Daniel Hale Williams - Williams founded the first black-owned hospital in Chicago, the Provident Hospital and Training School in 1891. It was also the nation's first hospital with a nursing and intern program that included a racially integrated staff. He performed the world's first successful heart surgery in 1893. Bessie Coleman - Coleman was the first African American woman to fly an airplane. When American flying schools denied her entrance due to her race, she taught herself French and moved to France, earning her license from Cauldron Brother's School in just seven months. She specialized in stunt flying and performing aerial tricks. Reading stories of World War I pilots sparked her interest in aviation. Bessie Coleman

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CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH Jackie Robinson - In 1947, Robinson became the first African American to play for a Major League Baseball team, the Brooklyn Dodgers. His career spanned a decade, and his place in the annals of baseball history was solidified when his jersey number, 42, was "retired" by all MLB teams (meaning no player may ever use that number again) in 1997. Lewis Howard Latimer - An inventor and patent draftsman, Latimer's inventions include an evaporative air conditioner, an improved process for manufacturing carbon filaments for light bulbs, and an improved toilet system for railroad cars.

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FABULOUS COUPLE Ken and Phyllis Knudson were married in 1976 at We y m o u t h N a v a l A i r Station Chapel just outside of Boston, Massachusetts. After their wedding, they went on their honeymoon in Japan, when they climbed the summit of Mt. Fuji.

Lewis Howard Latimer House Museum, Flushing, Queens

Patricia E. Bath -- An ophthalmologist and laser scientist, Bath's accomplishments include the invention of a new device and technique for cataract surgery known as laserphaco. She was appointment as the ﬁrst woman chair of ophthalmology in the United States, at Drew-UCLA in 1983. (Sources: History.com Editors, Association for the Study of African American Life and History, www.cnn.com, who2.com) Photo credits: Wikimedia

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTHLY BULLETIN: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

At a recent Neighborhood Watch Quarterly Meeting, we discussed home burglaries and just what a burglar might be looking for. We also reviewed information provided by the North Las Vegas Police Department (NLVPD) oﬀering Internet home safety tips that can be helpful. Which homes do burglars target? There are some homes that burglars view as an easy score, while others pass by without a second glance. Knowing where you fall on that list is a helpful piece of information to have if you want to avoid a home break-in. Burglars look for signs of emptiness when they are surveying homes. Often, residents leave clues that give them away. • •

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Trash cans left outside: This can signal an empty home. If you plan to travel during trash pickup, ask a neighbor to bring yours in while you are away. Packages left unclaimed: Packages left on a porch can be a red flag that no one is home. You could become a victim of package theft or by what we know as porch pirates. Avoid ordering items until you are certain you can be home for delivery. Overgrown shrubbery: Letting your shrubbery grow high can be a sign that no one is home to care for the yard. Consider hiring a landscaping company to get the job done when you are away. Social media posts: Yes, we all love those panoramic photos and vacation selfies, but a burglar can check social media and know when you are not home. Wait until you return home to share all of your photos. Flyers and newspapers: Flyers left on the front door or newspapers not picked up from the driveway or courtyard tell a burglar that nobody is home. Stop your newspaper delivery while you are away and ask a neighbor or your Block Captain to keep an eye on your front door. To answer your door or not: When someone knocks on your door and you do not know who it is, your first reaction might be to ignore them and hope they go away. The NLVPD says to always acknowledge them. Let them know someone is in the home. They might be a burglar looking for their next break-in victim. You do not need to open the door, but instead, talk to them through the closed door. When in doubt, tell them to go away, and that you have called the police. Outside lighting: The best deterrent is turning your porch and garage carriage lights on at night. Consider motion detector lighting in your front and back yards. Check for burned out lights such as your address numbers or outside lights.

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, May 14, 2022 for the Sun City Aliante Home Safety and Health Expo. More information to come. It's always informative and a good time not to be missed. For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Watch program, contact our Coordinator, Jim Blossey at 775-530-5119 or jimandpatb@embarqmail.com Be safe: if you see something, say something! Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

COMMITTEES

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

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

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

Meets third Fridays, 10 a.m. Lynda Towers at lynda1229@msn.com

COVENANTS COMMITTEE

Meets third Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m. in the Conference Room Mark Smith at MAS7809@hotmail.com

ELECTION COMMITTEE

Larry Rothstein at lilandlar@aol.com

FINANCE COMMITTEE

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

LIFESTYLE COMMITTEE

Meets third Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Art G Davis at artgdavis2@yahoo.com

PATROL COMMITTEE

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

PROPERTY AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE

Meets third Thursdays, 1 p.m. Wayne Edgerton at wynedge@gmail.com

PATROL COMMITTEE Hi Friends, It is Bob the Burglar here again!

I apologize for not talking to you lately, but I was incarcerated. Being a burglar is risky business and being desperate I made a mistake. I tried to burglarize a house, but it had the bushes trimmed, a video ring doorbell, outside home security cameras, alarm motion detectors, a home security system, a security door, security screens, locked doors and windows, motion detector lighting, a beware of dog sign, nosy neighbors who knew you were gone; and I guess you get the point. I should have gone to your neighbor's house next door. They didn't have anything protecting their home. Well, I was caught before I could get away. So, while incarcerated, I had time to think about my career choice. I can tell that I am conflicted, because on one hand your laxed home security makes my job easy, but homes are getting more protected, and it takes so long to find that unprotected house. I can't afford to get caught again; so, let me think this over, and I will keep in touch. For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Patrol, contact the Patrol Chairman Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com or 702-460-9582.

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Two Great Ways to Get you RECEIVE A COMPETITIVE CASH OFFER • OPEN POSITIONS ON SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMITTEES The Patrol Committee and the Property and Grounds Commitee have an opening for one homeowner on their respective committees. Here is a brief description of Committee responsibilities: Patrol – Oversees the Patrol and observes and reports events/activities affecting homeowners. Property & Grounds -- Oversees the upkeep and maintenance of the Common Areas, including the areas around the Community Center. 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 listed above. The first step is to pick up a “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” form at the Front Desk or in the Customer Service Office. You can also print a form off the website at www.suncityaliante.org. On the website at the top of the Home Page, you will find the heading “Documents.” Click on the arrow and select “Commonly Used Forms.” Then select "Committee Interest Application." Please fill out the form and return it to the Front Desk.

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LUNCH ‘N’ LEARN

FEBRUARY 2022

FREE LUNCH 'N' LEARN & SNACK 'N' LEARN SEMINARS We are delighted to oﬀer FREE Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn seminars. Register for one or more and you will have the opportunity to meet advertisers face-to-face and ask any questions. Please sign up at least two days in advance; so, our advertisers have enough time to order lunch for everyone. If you have registered and cannot attend, please cancel your reservation. We can then open your spot to someone on the waiting list . At this writing, you must wear a mask when you attend a Lunch 'n' Learn or Snack 'n' Learn seminar. However, you may remove your mask while you are eating or drinking during the seminar. You can reserve your place for seminars by calling the Front Desk at 702-638-5000 or stopping by in person.

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

WHY EVERY SENIOR NEEDS A LONG-TERM HEALTH CARE PLAN

Tuesday, February 15, 10 a.m.

Tom Hegan, the author of "Don't Worry, Retire Happy!" says, “You must have a plan for Long-Term Care." It is one of the greatest risks seniors face during their retirement years. Join Ron Walton, a retired Healthcare Administrator who has provided care for thousands of seniors during his 35 years, running Skilled Nursing, Rehab and Assisted Living Facilities. He will share his first-hand experience of the financial and health risks of not having a plan. He will also discuss the many options currently available for access to the extended care you desire and at prices you can afford. Do not limit your options by not having a plan. No one believes they will need Long-Term Care (LTC) in the future but 52 percent of people over 65 will need some type of LTC services in their lifetime. The risk for women is even higher at 58 percent. The current cost for LTC in Las Vegas is between $3,800 to $11,165 a month. It you fail to plan; you plan to fail. Please register at the Front Desk by February 13.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM ELECTRICAL HAZARDS Wednesday, February 16, 11 a.m.

Did you know there are 50,000 electrical fires annually? This means there is one every 10 minutes. These fires also tend to be the most dangerous, because much of the time, you do not know they have started until it is too late. All it takes is a bent or stapled wire. Are you looking for peace of mind to protect you and your loved ones? Look no further—We have the solution. Join Express Home Services and learn about a way to protect you home: • Detect hazards before they turn into catastrophic fires • Alert you about potential hazards in your home • Provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones Please sign up at the Front Desk by February 14.

LIVE TO 100… AND WANT TO!

Thursday, February 17, at 11 a.m.

Do you want more mobility, better sleep, more energy, less pain and stiﬀness, and a higher quality of life? 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 become a long-lived person with less pain and a higher quality of life! Dr. Devin Luzod will share his secrets from the past 20 years of working with neck and back pain, headaches and migraines, arthritic shoulders, hips and knees, pinched nerves and other painful conditions! Learn stretches, exercises, better posture, nutrition, self-care and more...all from a natural perspective. Q&A will follow the presentation. Please register at the Front Desk by February 15.

UNEXPLAINED PAIN – THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MANUAL AND PHYSICAL THERAPY Friday, February 18, 11 a.m. Unexplained pain affects over 80% of Americans some time in their life. In 2015, more than 48 million surgical and nonsurgical procedures were performed with no success. Tens of thousands of times per year patients undergo unnecessary surgery and undergo unsuccessful pain management. One of the biggest reasons is poor or improper rehabilitation. Many Physical Therapy Clinics are quick to become exercise facilities that leave you alone to do your own exercise. Come see duel certified Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist, Dr. Mike Rantissi Jr, of Advanced Manual Therapy, to have him explain the difference between Physical Therapy and Manual Therapy, and how the “Hands-On” care might be the missing link to getting better. Please register at the Front Desk by February 16.

STRATEGIES FOR MINIMIZING TAXES, MAXIMIZING RETIREMENT INCOME AND HAVING FINANCIAL FLEXIBILITY THROUGHOUT YOUR RETIREMENT Tuesday, February 22, 11 a.m. • • • • •

Tax Free Income Planning Using Home Equity to Reduce Monthly Spending Financial Strategies to Accomplish Your Goals Redirect Mortgage Payments to Retirement Savings Diversify and Protect Your Home Equity

Presented by Independent Financial Advisor & Retirement Income Certiﬁed Professional® Adam Goodman and a guest speaker who specializes in reverse mortgages. Lunch will be served following the presentation. Please register at the Front Desk by February 20. Investment Advisory Services are oﬀered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance and annuity products are provided separately through Adam Goodman

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SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

LEARN ABOUT HOW THE MEDICARE “BIRTHDAY RULE” MAY SAVE YOU MONEY ON PREMIUMS

FEBRUARY 2022

KNOW THE SIGNS OF THE HEART DISEASE – THE SILENT KILLER

Monday, February 28, 11 a.m.

Wednesday, February 23, 10 a.m.

Have you heard about the Medicare “Birthday Rule?” Are you aware that you may be able to change your Medicare Supplement to another plan with a lower premium without underwriting during your birth month starting now? Join Andrea and Brandon Scott on February 23 to learn about this rule and how it may save you money on premiums. They will also discuss the increase in Medicare Part B announced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Find out why the standard monthly premiums for Part B will cost $170.10 in 2022, up from $148.50 in 2021. Medicare Part B covers doctor visits, and other outpatient services, such as lab tests and diagnostic screenings. Do not miss the opportunity to learn about changes in Medicare that may directly impact your ﬁnances. Please register at the Front Desk by February 21.

STOP BREAK-INS BEFORE THEY HAPPEN! THEY GUARANTEE IT. Thursday, February 24, 11 a.m.

If the safety and security in your home are important to you, please join Jim Castellano, of Boss Security Screens on February 24 to learn about his No-Break-In Guarantee products. He offers security front doors, back doors, sliding glass and French doors, custom and security windows and even Doggie Doors – designed and engineered to prevent burglaries and intrusions. Plus, these screens reduce solar energy by about 65% and save on A/C costs. His company is on a mission to make security screens more affordable. To this end, he sells quality screens at Factory Direct Prices, offers financing with zero down and no interest for 12 months and his company is rated A+ with the Better Business Bureau. Please sign up at the Front Desk by February 22.

TAX-FREE INVESTING - IT'S NOT WHAT YOU MAKE, IT'S WHAT YOU KEEP!

Friday, February 25, 11 a.m.

Join Greg Adams of Ameriprise Financial to learn about the benefits and considerations of choosing investments that will offer tax advantages. He will outline the key steps to financial success with tax-free investing: •

Overview of Tax-advantaged investing taxable vs. tax-free/tax exempt Three ways to own Muni bonds – Bonds, UITs, Mutual Funds Other tax-advantaged options – Traditional and Roth IRA, Roth 401(k), 403(b) Portfolio Protection Strategy – Life Insurance

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You will have the opportunity to participate in a Q & A Session while you enjoy lunch. This seminar is limited to 25 participants. Please register at the Front Desk by February 23.

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sometimes heart disease may be “silent” and not diagnosed until a person experiences signs or symptoms of a heart attack, heart failure or an arrhythmia. Join Centennial Hills Hospital in celebrating National Heart Month on February 28 and learn about the early signs of heart disease, such as, shortness of breath, rapid or irregular heartbeat, persistent coughing or wheezing and more. Come out and learn your risk factors for heart disease so you can help prevent it. Please register at the Front Desk by February 26.

HEALTY MOUTH, HEATHY BODY – GUM DISEASE & ITS ROLE IN ALZHEIMER'S, DIABETES AND OTHER SYTEMEMIC DISEASES Friday, March 4, 11 a.m. Did you know that your overall health starts with your teeth? Chewing food is not the only reason teeth and your oral health are important. Teeth and the surrounding tissues are indicators of potential diseases throughout your body. During the Lunch n' Learn you will learn: • • •

Why oral health is a serious matter. The links between gum disease and systemic diseases such as: Alzheimer's, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease, and others. Options you have after you have lost teeth to gum disease and more!

Please register at the Front Desk by March 2.

WEBINAR

NEWS & NOTES IT’S TAX TIME AGAIN...WHAT TO DO IF YOU RECEIVE A NOTICE FROM THE IRS Your notice or letter will explain the reason for the contact and give you instructions on how to handle the issue. If you agree with the information, there is no need to contact the IRS. Why was I notiﬁed by the IRS? The IRS sends notices and letters for the following reasons: • • • • • • •

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You have a balance due. You are due a larger or smaller refund. They have a question about your tax return. They need to verify your identity. They need additional information. They changed your return. They need to notify you of delays in processing your return.

Next steps...Read Each notice or letter contains a lot of valuable information, so it’s very important that you read it carefully. If they changed your tax return, compare the information they provided in the notice or letter with the information in your original return. Respond If your notice or letter requires a response by a speciﬁc date, there are two main reasons you’ll want to comply: • To minimize additional interest and penalty charges. • To preserve your appeal rights if you don’t agree. Pay Pay as much as you can, even if you can’t pay the full amount you owe. You can pay online or apply for an Online Payment Agreement or Oﬀer in Compromise. Visit the IRS payments page online at IRS.GOV for more information. Keep a copy of your notice or letter It’s important to keep a copy of all notices or letters with your tax records. You may need these documents later. Contact the IRS or your CPA/Tax Preparer The IRS provides a contact phone number on the top right-hand corner of the notice or letter. Typically, you only need to contact them if you don’t agree with the information, if they requested additional information, or if you have a balance due. If you are not confortable speaking with the IRS directly contact your tax preparer or CPA before contacting the IRS.

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FEBRUARY 2022

Announcing Community movies have returned.

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

NOW PLAYING HITMAN'S WIFE'S BODYDUARD

You are welcome to bring: Own Snacks Non-alcoholic beverage

KING RICHARD

Wednesday, February 16 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Friday, February 11 6 p.m. - FREE/residents ($4 per guest) 6 p.m. - FREE/residents ($4 per guest)

You will enjoy the all-star cast in the ﬁlm. Bodyguard Michael Bryce (Ryan Reynolds) is haunted from losing a client to hitman Darius Kincaid (Samuel L. Jackson). He lost his credentials in the aftermath. He is taking a sabbatical from violence and guns. Darius' wife Sonia (Salma Hayek) kidnaps him to join her in rescuing Darius. Then Interpol kidnaps the trio to stop supervillain Aristotle Papdopolous (Antonio Banderas). The ﬁlm is rated R (Action, Comedy, Crime) and runs 1 hour, 40 minutes.

The film is based on the true story of Richard Williams and his two daughter Venus and Serena. Megastar Will Smith plays Venus and Serena's father/coach who is determined to write his two daughters (Aunjanue Ellis and Saniyya Sidney) into history books. Training on the tennis courts in Compton, Richard shapes the girls' adamant commitment and intense intuition. Together the family defies the odds. The film is rated PG-13 (Biography, Drama, Sport) and runs 2 hours, 24 minutes.

ENTERTAINMENT & COMING ATTRACTIONS Entertainer & Singer Dawn Fellmer Performing In Concert - Featuring songs from Pop, Jazz,

The Great American Songbook, Motown, R&B, Broadway and more. Friday, February 25, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. VISTA ROOM $20 Residents - $25 Guests Experience an exciting evening of music and song performed by the popular Las Vegas Entertainer and Singer Dawn Fellmer.

Lunar New Year Celebration (Year of the Tiger) Friday Night Social and Dance Party Friday, February 4, 5:30 p.m. Resident- Free; Guests $4 Step up and get ready to dance! Get ready for the Lunar New Year Celebration (Year of the Tiger) in the Vista Room from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come enjoy an evening of socializing, dancing, and great music. The dance ﬂoor is open, whether you enjoy Ballroom, Line or Disco dancing. This event provides residents with an entertaining evening for enjoyable expression, social interaction, and a pleasurable exercise. You are welcome to bring your favorite spirit libation (BYOB). Please register at the Front Desk by noon, the day of the event. You must present a ticket at the door.

You will be delighted with her h i g h e n e r g y, v e r s a t i l e performance, featuring songs from Pop, Jazz, The Great American Songbook, Motown, Classic Rock, Rhythm & Blues, Country, Movie Musicals, and Broadway Show tunes. Dawn has performed in many prestigious venues in Las Ve g a s , i n c l u d i n g t h e Tropicana, The Orleans, Green Valley Ranch, and The Sands Convention Center, to name a few. She has also performed coast to coast and internationally in more than 125 Senior Living Resort and Communities. Don't miss the opportunity to see great entertainment right here in your Sun City Aliante Community Center.

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FEBRUARY 2022

UKULELE PERFORMANCE WITH DANI JOY & PERRY STAUFFER Saturday, February 26 Vista Room - 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $20

MARCH 18, 2022

The Sun City Aliante Ukulele Strummers are proud to announce that ukulele artists Dani Joy Herreid and Perry Stauﬀer are once again coming to Sun City Aliante to perform for the Ukulele Strummers and Sun City Aliante residents! Dani Joy and Perry are both creative and gifted musical artists who are a joy to listen to and watch perform live. Their musical genre is smooth jazz. Please join us for the performance. To purchase tickets, please contact Kevin Smith, leader of the Ukulele Strummers Special Interest Group, at 916-847-7422.

$135 Residents - $140 Guests

18. you love. Many Sun City Aliante residents and representatives from the Clark County Artisan's Guild, the Beader's Guild and many more groups are expected to participate in this popular event.

The Sun City Aliante Spring Arts & Crafts Show will be held on Friday and Saturday, April 1 & 2, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The show will be held in the Sun City Aliante Community Center located at 7394 Aliante Parkway (at the intersection of Aliante Pkwy. and Elkhorn). Admission is free for residents and guests who have not signed up to display arts or crafts. The general public is invited to come free of charge to enjoy the fun, shop and get some great gift ideas for the upcoming holidays. This event, designed to showcase handmade artistic items, promises to be a fantastic shopping experience… oﬀering all those specialty items

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Shop for such items as artwork, baskets, c e r a m i c s , p o t t e r y, fused glass items, quilted and knitted items, sewing crafts, b e a d i n g , j e w e l r y, needlework and crocheted items, candles, woodworking products, greeting cards, silk scarves and much more. The Sun City Aliante Seniors with Warm Hearts will sponsor a raffle to benefit S.A.F.E. House, a charity for at-risk children and their mothers. Every vendor is required to donate a hand-made craft item for each day's raffle to benefit the charity. There are some spaces available to showcase your hand-made products at the Spring Art & Crafts Festival. For more information, please contact Elaine Goddard, Lori Daniels, or Trish Williamson at 702-638-5000.

FEBRUARY 2022

HIGHLIGHTS

VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS. NASHVILLE PREDATORS -- T-MOBILE ARENA -JANUARY 4, 2022

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HIGHLIGHTS

FEBRUARY 2022

SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER TRANSFORMED INTO A WINTER WONDERLAND DECEMEMBER 2021

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HAPPY LUNAR (CHINESE) NEW YEAR 2022 Year of the Tiger Chinese New Year 2022, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is China's most important festival. It celebrates the beginning of a new year on the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar. The festival was traditionally a time to honor deities as well as ancestors, and now it is also a time to feast and visit family members. In 2022, the celebration lasts about two weeks in total, taking place from Chinese New Year's Eve on January 31st to the Lantern Festival, held on the 15th day of the year. Regional customs and traditions vary widely but share the same theme - ushering out the old year and bring forth the luck and prosperity of the new one. The holiday is celebrated by Chinese populations in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and in Chinatowns across the world - such as San

Francisco, New York Chinatown and Las Vegas Chinatown. Chinese New Year traditions include thorough cleaning of houses, decorating windows and doors with red paper art, lighting ﬁreworks, long parades, handing out money in red envelopes, and families gathering for annual reunion dinners. Chinese New Year 2022 will fall on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, beginning a year of the Tiger. As a public holiday, Chinese people will get seven days oﬀ from work from January 31st to February 6th in 2022. Chinese Zodiac - Tiger Characteristics: This year, Tigers will encounter their birth sign year and they are expected to face many challenges. Their career luck will not be too bad if they keep working hard and they will nevertheless have a big chance to get promoted.

Ox and Goat are the two luckiest zodiac signs in the year of 2022. After going through the obstacles of their Ben Ming Nian in 2021, Ox people's career and relationship luck will bounce back in 2022. As with Ox, Goat people can expect a prosperous career path and pleasant interpersonal relationships in the Tiger year 2022. Single Goats will have a big chance to ﬁnd their girlfriend or boyfriend. Rabbit, Dragon, Horse, and Rooster people are destined to enjoy a smooth life and good luck in making money in 2022. Those born in years of the Rat, Snake, Monkey, Dog, and Pig will need to make comparatively more eﬀort in order to make achievements in this year of the Tiger. (Source: Chinahighlghts.com and History.com)

It is believed that people born in the Year of the Tiger possess characteristics of that animal. Like their eponymous zodiac animal, people born in years of the Tiger are vigorous and ambitious, daring and courageous, enthusiastic and generous, self-conﬁdent with a sense of justice and a commitment to help others for the greater good.

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Starting January 18, all Americans are able to order free at-home test kits from the U.S. government. This is the latest initiative by President Biden's ongoing eﬀort to curb the latest COVID-19 surge.

If you need a COVID-19 test now, please see other testing resources for free testing locations in your area. Click on the website: https://www.covidtests.gov/#resources

You can visit https://www.covid.tests.gov/ to order the free at-home tests or go directly to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) order form here: https://special.usps.com/testkits.

The Biden Administration says it will also launch a free "call line to help those unable to access the website to place orders" and will "work with national and local organizations to support high-risk areas requesting tests." We will notify you as soon as we have more information about the phone number.

The Postal Service will send one set of four free at-home coronavirus tests to a valid residential address. The Post Service expects to start shipping the tests in late January. Every home in the United States is eligible to order free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free; no credit card payment is needed. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.

Please go to this link if you wish to view the White House written statement: https://www.whitehouse.gov/brieﬁng-room/statementsreleases/2022/01/14/fact-sheet-the-biden-administration-to-begindistributing-at-home-rapid-covid-19-tests-to-americans-for-free/ (Source: United States Postal Service and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

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THE INTERESTING ORIGINS AND TRADITIONS OF VALENTINE'S DAY For many, Valentine's Day is associated with love, chocolates, roses, and fancy (read: overpriced) dinners at upscale restaurants. And while the holiday certainly revolves around those things for many, there is actually so much more to Valentine's Day than what is observed today. And what better way to learn about February 14 than to familiarize yourself with some fascinating Valentine's Day facts? For example, do you know the most-purchased flower on Valentine's Day? While you're shopping for the perfect Valentine's Day gift that says "I love you," have a read through these pieces of Valentine's Day trivia to learn even more about this special holiday. And, if you're still stuck on deciding how to celebrate this lovecentric holiday, consider making a romantic Valentine's Day dinner to enjoy by candlelight or watching a super-sweet Valentine's Day movie. And of course, don't forget to write a Valentine's Day card aka the ultimate love letter - to tell your significant other how important they are to you. You can even include one of these unexpected and impressive Valentine's Day fun facts in your card if your loved one is a fan of Valentine's Day trivia. Valentine's Day started with the Romans. There are two theories about the origin of Valentine's Day. Some believe the day derives from Lupercalia, a raucous Roman festival on February 15th. The second theory is when Roman Emperor Claudius II was trying to bolster his army, he forbade young men to marry. In the spirit of love, St. Valentine defied the ban and performed secret marriages, and for his disobedience, Valentine was executed on February 14 around the year 270 A.D. Candy hearts were originally medical lozenges. In 1847, Boston pharmacist Oliver Chase invented a machine that simplified the lozenge production process, resulting in the first candy-making machine. Chase shifted his focus to candy production with Necco wafers. The candies got their iconic shape much later. It was not until 15 years after the creation of Necco wafers that Daniel Chase's brother, Oliver Chase, developed a way to press words onto the candy lozenges with a felt roller pad and vegetable food coloring. It wasn't until 1902 that the conversational candies officially became heartshaped. Cupid's bow and arrow were not just for show. In Roman mythology, Cupid is the son of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, and he's often depicted with a bow and arrows to pierce hearts and cast a spell of love. The heart shape was not always a romantic symbol. We have French and Italian artists from the 14th century to thank for the symbol that we know and love today, as they were the first ones to start using this motif in their work.

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Roses are the flowers of love. According to legend, it is the red rose, of course. The bud stands for strong romantic feelings; so, it is no surprise that roses make up the most popular Valentine's Day bouquets. Valentine's Day is a popular holiday to get engaged and married, especially in Las Vegas, known as the "Wedding Capital of the World." In 2020, Clark County issued 877 licenses over the Valentine's Day weekend. They have operated a temporary pop-up marriage license at Reid International airport since 2018. It is not just for humans. People really do love their pets, because according to the National Retail Federation, 27 percent of people celebrating Valentine's Day in 2020 said they were also buying gifts for their pets. There is a cool reason we call people our Valentines. According to legend, when St. Valentine was imprisoned, he wrote a letter and signed it, "from your Valentine." The signature caught on, and now signing a love letter from a Valentine is common practice. Xs and Os did not always mean kisses and hugs. It is believed that signing with an X comes from the Middle Ages, when an X was used in the place of a signature because many people could not read or write. It also was a Christian symbol that represented the cross, and the idea is that the history of Christians kissing statues of Christ or kissing the bible led to X getting its meaning as a modern-day kiss. People send thousands of Valentines each year to this fictional character. Every year on Valentine's Day, the city of Verona in Italy receives thousands of letters addressed to Juliet from Romeo and Juliet. Volunteers respond to each letter and award the "Cara Giulietta" ("Dear Juliet") prize to the author of the most romantic letter. An important patent was applied for on February 14. On Valentine's Day in 1876, a then 29-year-old Alexander Graham Bell applied for his telephone patent, entitled an "Improvement in Telegraphy." That same day, inventor Elisha Gray applied for a patent caveat for a similar invention from the same office, but Bell ended up receiving patent approval less than a month later. An important invention was also introduced on Valentine's Day. A little over 50 years later on February 14, 1929, penicillin was introduced by a young bacteriologist named Sir Alexander Fleming, who discovered the mold by-product accidentally a few months earlier. Happy Valentine's Day! (Excepts from www.womansday.com, "50 Bits of Valentine's Day Trivia You Probably Didn't Know" by Kathleen Davis and Corrine Sullivan, Dec 22, 2021) (Excepts from www.womansday.com, "50 Bits of Valentine's Day Trivia You Probably Didn't Know" by Kathleen Davis and Corrine Sullivan, Dec 22, 2021)

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HEALTH & FITNESS

10 TOP BENEFITS OF ADDING OLIVE OIL TO YOUR DIET Olive oil is not just a dietary staple in the Mediterranean region. Good-quality, fresh Extra Virgin Olive Oil offers many health benefits and contains essential vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. This oil is also gentle on your digestive system and prevents gallstones and soothes ulcers. It also delays or eliminates the onset of diabetes and promotes weight loss. 1. Helps Fight Diabetes - Eating extra virgin olive oil as a part of your balanced diet may help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. An antiinflammatory agent in olive oil fights the specific inflammation that is the underlying cause of diabetes. Coat your roasted veggies in olive oil and sprinkle them with some sea salt and thyme. 2. Improves Brain Function - Olive oil is a great "brain food," which means it protects the brain from free radical damage. Medical professionals see free radicals as a threat to good health. Moreover, scientists associate them with cancer, Alzheimer's disease, atherosclerosis and other diseases. This great oil is effective against free radicals. It is high in essential brain vitamins, including E and K. These vitamins work to slow memory loss and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia. 3. Promotes Weight Loss - Olive oil may, in fact, help you lose weight. It can control hunger pangs by keeping you full for longer periods of time. It also reduces sugar cravings. Instead of

7. Helps to Prevent Stroke - Studies have suggested that olive oil may play a part in reducing the risk of stroke. A diet employing regular olive oil use can help dissolve blood clots. International researchers from France reported olive oil might prevent strokes in older people.

your afternoon coffee with a piece of cake or a cookie, make hummus. You can blend chickpeas, oil, tahini paste, garlic, and lemon juice for a delicious dip with carrot and celery sticks. 4. Helps to Relieve Pain - Extra virgin olive oil contains a substance called oleocanthal, which has anti-inflammatory agents. The compound acts in the same way as pain medicine. Although it won't cure your headache, it may give you some of the long-term benefits of repeated ibuprofen use. This includes helping to ward off Alzheimer's.

8. Helps to Fight Osteoporosis -. Olive oil supplementation was found to have a positive eﬀect on the thickness of bones. It is essential to include sources of calcium in your diet. However, olive oil helps your body to absorb calcium. 9. Prevents Skin Cancer - A recent study found that olive oil and other ingredients included in the Mediterranean diet can prevent malignant tumors. You can slow down this most dangerous type of skin cancer by eating olive oil.

5. Can Help with Anxiety and Depression Some people have lower levels of serotonin, a hormone in the body popularly known as a "feel-good" brain chemical. Scientists have linked it with mood swings, depression, and anxiety. Some research suggests that olive oil may create higher levels of serotonin. Spanish researchers discovered that subjects who followed a speciﬁc diet had more of the hormone.

10. Great Beauty Tool - You can use it to make a pre-shampoo hair treatment for silky locks, combine it with sugar to use as a face and body skin scrub or use it as a makeup remover. If your hair gets dull and brittle, you can use it as a shine serum to tame stray hair. If your skin is extra dry and your elbows and heels are cracked, use it for extra hydration.

6. It Strengthens Your Immune System - The wide range of important antioxidants present in olive oil help you ﬁght infection. The immune system defends the body against invasion by strange substances. Some of these include toxins, microorganisms, parasites, and tumor processes. Research shows the fatty acids in the makeup of olive oil assist in lowering immune crises such as increased white blood cells.

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Hike Away Those Winter Blues HIKE AWAY THOSE WINTER BLUES Cardio is essential to good health and fitness. But logging hours on a treadmill or stationary bike or a Nordic ski or rowing machine can get boring in a hurry. Walking or biking around the same area of town at least offers a change of scenery - but it is the same scenery over and over. A great way to spice up your cardio with a dash of adventure and nature is a day hike - and you are in luck: The Las Vegas Valley offers a wide variety of hiking trails designed to put some sunshine in your day. BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT - It is a good idea to ask your primary care provider (PCP) if hiking is right for you. It is also advisable to let someone you know where you are planning to hike. Beyond that, there are a couple concerns to address that will help you enjoy your next outdoor adventure to its fullest. Hypothermia - Even in weather that is just a little cool, your body can lose vital core heat and it is no picnic. Advanced hypothermia is one of the main causes of death in the outdoors, so make sure you pack a warm jacket (preferably waterproof), a water bottle, and snacks. The calories in that granola bar will fuel the fire in your furnace and keep you going down the trail. Dehydration - Here is a few tips to help you stay hydrated: • Drink one or two cups of water before

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you start your hike. Avoid alcohol - it actually dehydrates you. Pack your food and water for easy reach. Drink BEFORE you feel thirsty to keep the juices ﬂowing. Have a drink when you are all done to replenish ﬂuids.

Heat Exhaustion - Like a car, your body has a cooling system. But push yourself too far in warm weather or cold, and you will overheat. Symptoms include heavy perspiration, thirst, rapid pulse, headache, and nausea. Take a rest stop in the shade, drink some water, and wait until you feel better. Not taking these precautions can up the ante to heat stroke, a life-threatening condition that causes confusion, hallucination, and loss of consciousness. UV Rays - Even when it is cold out, the sun still shines. So do not forget to use sunscreen and have something to cover your noggin bandana, cap, bucket hat, etc. Layer Up - Dressing in layers is a great way to be active and comfortable. Start with a synthetic base layer (avoid cotton) and add a ﬂeece vest or jacket and a shell parka or poncho. The idea is to control your body's thermostat and go warmer or cooler as needed so you do not become hypothermic and sweat is a great way to get cold in a hurry.

WHERE TO GO: Red Rock Canyon offers a network of trails, including the Calico Tanks Trail, a 2.2-mile familyfriendly hike that highlights aspects of geology and history. Ice Box Canyon is a more strenuous hike which rewards you with cool relief from summer heat and waterfalls in the winter and spring. Valley of Fire State Park offers the popular Fire Wave hike in an area with ancient, petrified trees and petroglyphs dating back more than two millennia. Lake Mead National Recreation Area is home to a wide variety of hiking adventures such as the popular Railway Trail. Ranger-guided hikes are available year-round. Mt. Charleston is home to the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area with 60 miles of maintained trails. The scenic 1.6-mile Mary Jane Falls trail is a popular winter hike. The Clark County Wetlands Park Nature Preserve has paved trails designed for beginners, as well as dog and bicycle-friendly trails. Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area, located near Henderson, has the Petroglyph Trail which features a glimpse at more than 300 rock art panels. *This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice or diagnosis from a physician or qualified healthcare professional.

Sun City Aliante Health & Fitness Expo Thursday, February 10, 9 a.m., Vista Room Free Continental Breakfast, Free Prizes, Free Give-a-ways Calling all residents. Come celebrate "National Heart Month" on Thursday, February 10 by attending the Sun City Aliante Health & Fitness Expo at the Community Center in the Vista Room from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. All Sun City Aliante residents are invited to attend and enjoy a continental breakfast and have a chance to win free prizes. The sponsor for the Health & Fitness Expo is Centennial Hills Hospital. Centennial Hills Hospital, the new ER at Valley Vista, Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Las Vegas, MountainView

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FEBRUARY 2022

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CHARTERED CLUBS 8BALLERS RED/GREEN HOLIDAY TOURNEY The Sun City Aliante 8Ballers celebrated the 2021 Holiday Season with their own IntraClub “Red Green” tournament. Under a blind draw, they set up “Green & Red” teams vying for bragging rights. It was also a great excuse to nosh on all kinds of holiday goodies in between games!

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As Valentine's Day and spring are approaching, you may want to take a look at some of the items you can create with ceramics. Whether you have never tried ceramics before or you are a seasoned crafter, consider stopping by and starting a new creation. The club meets on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Members hope to see some new faces join them as well as more of their current members. New members are always welcome, and they have 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 Denise Simon at 914-907-6899.

FORGET ME KNOTS Pictured (l-r) standing behind the beautiful donated lap blankets are Jan Connell, Bert Jensen, K a re n H a w e s , P e n n y Bowers, Mady Shapiro, Mary Ozaki, Tomi Nichols, Ann Ludeman, and Collette Stickney.

Play took place on the Tuesday after the Christmas weekend at 10 a.m. The club showed off some excellent pool play on both sides that turned out to be quite evenly matched despite a blind draw. After two hours of play, the Red team nosed out the Green team by just one game 24-23 in the final tally. This was a fun tournament, and it provided some excellent tournament experience for all members in preparation for an upcoming tournament with Sun City Summerlin in January. Thanks to all the participants in what the 8Ballers hope to make an annual event: Lane Smith, Gene Gustin, Doug Wen, Fred Schagel, Joe McKay, JD Burke, Dave Meteyer, Don Barclay, Art Davis, Sue Davis, Vern Praus, Ernie Thompson, Mike Mirro, John Scia, and Dave Grossman. A special thanks to John Scia, Don Barclay, and Dave Grossman who helped with the tournament details and finally to Community Center staff who got the pool room ready.

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The Forget-Me-Knots have had a wonderful giving year. They started out with presenting seven large black bags to the Clark County Foster Children Program. Then they got together to provide another seven large black bags to Ronald McDonald House. The items for both donations were knitted and crocheted sweaters, ponchos, hat and scarf sets, hats, baby blankets and hat sets, baby sweaters, baby hats and some lap blankets. The last of their donations went to the VA Hospital, Fisher House, and the Silver Sky at Deer Springs Senior Community. These donations included 20 lap blankets and 50 hats to the VA Hospital, 20 lap blankets to Fisher House, and 12 lap blankets and 10 shawls to Silver Sky Senior Community. All and all, they had a great giving year. They got together this year for a holiday lunch party at the Aliante Golf Course Grill. After lunch, they met back at the Community Center for their regular meeting. During their meeting, they had a sweet treat dessert of many diﬀerent items, which they all enjoyed, while working on their projects.

The Classy Chefs' January 2022 meeting featured a New Year's Brunch with Italian Beef Soup by Nancy Wiegand, Sausage Quiche by Hjordy Wagner, Tuna Salad by Phyllis Minster, Spinach Dip and Fruit by Freda Porter-Kat and a biscuit demo by Amy Redd. If you are interested in cooking, meeting new friends to share recipes or have “mad” skills to share your cooking techniques, please join them on the ﬁrst Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Center kitchen. Their next meeting is Tuesday, February 1 and the menu will include Sauerbraten, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Red Cabbage, Cheesecake and Strawberry Delite. For club information, please contact Nancy Wiegand at (303) 601-1477 or Sylvia Ross at (714) 313-4046.

BOOK CLUB The Book Club selection for February is Ponzi's Scheme, by Mitchell Zuckoﬀ. Join us for a discussion at the Community Center at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, February 17, 2022. For a list of upcoming book selections, please visit our website at www.scaliante.com. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.

SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS Seniors with Warm Hearts would like to express their deepest appreciation and gratitude for the outpouring of support from the Sun City Aliante community for their 2021 Season of Giving which wrapped up on December 15, 2021. They also received a donation of more than 300 knitted hats from the Glad Hatters of Lamb of God Lutheran Church as well as three huge bags of toys donated by a private donor in the Las Vegas Valley. The ﬁnal totals are in, and here is the breakdown of our community's generosity: SAFE HOUSE received $325 as well as gifts on the Christmas Wish List for 34 residents and children. They also received the hats and toys mentioned above.

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FEBRUARY 2022

CHARTERED CLUBS UKULELE STRUMMERS PROJECT 150 received a grand total of $2,125 in checks presented to them in November for Thanksgiving and December for Christmas. They also received a portion of the hats that were donated.

SERVING OUR KIDS received a total of $2,570 in checks. The Ukulele Strummers performed for holiday events in the Community Center.

STREET TEENS received a total of $2,135.00 in checks and gift cards, along with all the hats, socks, underwear and toiletries. The total amount collected for the drive was $7,155.00 plus all the hats, toys and gifts for SAFE House, Street Teens and Project 150. SAFE House was overwhelmed with the volume of gifts we presented to them. Seniors with Warm Hearts delivered everything that was donated to Project 150, Serving Our Kids and Street Teens. In all cases, everyone was truly thankful for the community's eﬀorts to make the holiday season brighter for those in need. Their next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 17 at 11 a.m. in the Activity Room. They will have a guest speaker from Project 150 at this meeting to talk about the many ways they help the teenagers in our valley. For more information about the organizations that they support or about joining the group, contact Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289 or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391.

TECHNOLOGY CLUB Gary Baldasarre presented requirements for buying a new PC. We had over 16 residents participate in the meeting. Gary recommended these minimum requirements: • • •

Eight (8 GB) of memory (the more the better) Intel i5 processor chip Processor speed of 2.8 GHz or better and SSD drives for storage.

Given today's internet websites and applications, these features will typically provide the minimum acceptable performance. Of course, the particulars will depend on the actual applications and usage. Decisions regarding laptop vs. desktop, manufacturers, and form factor will also be personal preferences. Join members for the next Technology Club meeting on Thursday, February 3, 2022.

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Happy February from Sun City Aliante Ukulele Strummers! The Ukulele Strummers are still having fun every Sunday afternoon learning new songs and strumming techniques and playing music together. We are still oﬀering three classes on Sundays and all classes have room for more strummers: • • •

Ukulele Fundamentals: Noon -12:30 p.m. – For those who have never played a ukulele. Beginning Ukulele: 12:30 - 1:25 p.m. - For those who have played for a few weeks. Advanced Ukulele: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. - For intermediate players who have attended ukulele classes and know ten basic chords. We will learn one or two new songs a week, play through songs we know, and learn some special strumming techniques.

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VETERANS AUXILIARY Hello from the Veterans Auxiliary! We hope everyone has a nice Valentine's Day! The Veteran's Auxiliary is collecting coupons for U.S. Military and their families proudly serving overseas. If you are interested in saving coupons, please cut and separate them (food, non-food, and pet). The coupons are good even if they are expired up to six months. Please bring them to the Vista Room February 15 at 9 a.m. and, thereafter, on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Included in this article is a photo of some of the Veterans Auxiliary Members who helped distribute 59 lap blankets to the patients at the Veterans Medical Center on December 7. The Veterans Auxiliary meets every 3rd Tuesday of most months at 9:00 a.m. in the Sun City Aliante Vista Room. Co-Chairs, Veterans Auxiliary Donna Lawhead, donnavegas10@gmail.com Lynda Towers, Lynda1229@msn.com

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VETERANS CLUB Wow, February has arrived. Happy Valentine's Day! I hope everyone is oﬀ to a good start this year and staying healthy. The Veteran's Club is looking forward to hosting the Pancake Breakfast next month. As far as other club events, all Board positions are up for election. I encourage everyone who is interested to put their name in the hat and run for election. In March, we will vote in newly-elected Board Members. It's a truly remarkable experience and it's such a pleasure and honor to serve. We are still taking brick orders for the Veterans Memorial Monument. Please contact Sy Nielson to place an order at 702-234-9183. I have handed oﬀ Seniors Assisting Seniors (SAS) to Mr. Chris Rohrer. He is an outstanding leader and will do a remarkable job. It has been my honor to serve as chair for our community and all the members who continually step up and serve in SAS. To all our members who cannot serve any longer, thank you for your service to our great community. You are truly a remarkable group of people. Our next scheduled Veterans Club meeting is set for Tuesday, February 15 at 6 p.m. in the Vista Room. We look forward to seeing everyone there. Remember you do not have to be a Veteran to join our club. Sincerely, David Hollander Chair, Veterans Club

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CHARTERED CLUBS

FEBRUARY 2022

Chartered Clubs,

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.

Afternoon 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 Nancy Wiegard at 303-601-1477 or Sylvia Ross at 714-313-4046.

American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays 12:30-3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 914-456-9690 and owllady43@gmail.com. Art Class. Meets Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.

to 2 p.m. Contact Karen Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Peggy Totino at 702-217-5973 or ptotino2@gmail.com.

Basketball Club. Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Contact Bob Ingertson at 702-680-0967 and ringertson@gmail.com

Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays from

1- 4 p.m. This game is similar to Canasta. Contact Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol. com. or Hjordy Wagner at 715-529-9728 and hwizwag@gmail.com.

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

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. Start time is 7 a.m. M-S. The Weather may aﬀect start times. Contact Larry Rothstein at 760-831-5532 and lilandlar@aol.com Veterans of Sun City. Meets the 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m. Contact David Hollander at 702-480-7668 and david_hollander2003@yahoo.com.

Pan. Meets on Mondays at 5:45-8:45 p.m. and

The Veterans Auxiliary meets the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. Contact CoChair Donna Lawhead at 360-440-0704 and Donnavegas10@gmail.com or Lynda Towers at 505412-2307 and Lynda1229@msn.com.

Paper Crafting. Meets Mondays at 1-4 p.m.

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

Fridays at 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. For more information contact Renée Snodgrass at 818-807-3369 or 702-458-0013 or reneesnodgrass@cox.net

Contact Joyce Hula at joycehula@cox.net Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group. and 725-221-6244. Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of Social group for fun & entertainment. Contact each month at 6:45 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith Pickleball. Club days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Mel Coloma at 702-556-4622 or Epi Coloma Friday, Saturday and Sundaymornings starting at 702-649-2468. For book selections, visit at 571-228-0390. www.scaliante.com at 8 a.m. Contact Sarah Smith at 702-635-4629 Bowling. Meets Thursdays at noon at Sunset and jcsasmith1375@cox.net. Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray Wong at 702-646Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday from Meets Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30 Pinochle. 9664 and coach9664@yahoo.com 5:30-8:45 p.m. Contact Cathy Pierce at p.m. and every Sunday from 4:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. 209-595-0833 and cnitro3@ﬁre2wire.com or Contact Rene Swanson at 702-773-2283 Havarah. Meets to socialize and celebrate Jewish Robin Sharp at 303-641-2107 and dalerobin2@aol.com and reneedswanson@hotmail.com. holidays as well as special birthdays. Other activities, Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays at 4:15 such as games nights, have been scheduled. We are Saturdays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.. Contact Jill Ernest always open to suggestions. Contact Mady Shapiro p.m. Contact Sherry Paladino at 951-207-1077 at 702-954-6299 and jilljack16@yahoo.com and sherrypaladino65@gmail.com or Qung Go at at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com or or Denise Simon at 914-907-6899 312-953-0354 and qungwgo@gmail.com scahavarah@gmail.com. and simond2571@gmail.com. . Horseshoes. Meets Saturdays at 8 a.m. Silver Needles and Threads. Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets every Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and (summer), and 9 a.m. (fall/winter). Contact Jack Witt Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Contact Mary Jane and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact at 702-642-6282 or Deena Gaither at 630-341-0994. Charles D'Agati at 201-321-1691 or Connie Munson at 612-810-9439 and mjdagati@aol.com. conmun45@gmail.com. Ladies’ Golf. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf Club DIAL (Dance in a Line). Course. Text Contact Robin Sharp at 303-641-2107 Solos. Social Group for Saturdays - Beginners – 10-10:30 a.m.; Intermediates Singles. Social group for singles. on Mondays to sign-up for Thursday play. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays – Intermediates 6 – Contact Teri Narveson at 702-642-0683 and Minnesota Nice Group. Minnesota folks 7 p.m.; Wednesdays – Ballroom dance – 6 – 7 p.m. tnarveson@hotmail.com or Angie Bidell meet monthly for events. Contact Obbie Contact Xiaoli Huang at 702-750-2477 and at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol.com. Harvieux at 651-735-9111 or Mary Lee at 520xlhuang16066@gmail.com. Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets 401-6055 to get on mailing list. Eight Ballers. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.. Contact Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday, Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583 and & Fridays10 a.m.- noon. Contact Vic Anderson lcompozr@aol.com or Holly Strasser at Social Hall, 4-5 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-530at 321-557-5437. 702-305-1768 and hollystrasser23@gmail.com. 5119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com. Euchre. Meets 1 p.m. on Mondays. Contact Spades. Meets Mondays at 6 p.m. Contact Cheryl Gustin at 319-415-0471 or Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with Sonja Bankston-Cullen at 310-612-3340 and gusto32742@yahoo.com. limited home needs & medical equipment. Hot line mrssbc@gmail.com. 702-981-3149, Chris Rohrer Forget-Me-Knots. Knitting, needlework, Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets crochet and jewelry making. Meets Mondays Seniors With Warm Hearts. Helps Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact from 1-4 p.m. disadvantaged children & teens. Contact Karen Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and Margo Young at 702-649-1176 and jaxlady@ hotmail.com. Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289. acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com. Meets Sundays Table Tennis. Meets Monday through

Glass Crafters. Meets the ﬁrst and

third Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 and cpigs@aol.com.

Ukulele Strummers.

Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in the Social Ukelele Fundamentals at Noon.; Beginners at 12:30 Hall. Saturday is open play. Contact Ed Ernest at p.m.; Advanced at 1:30 p.m. Contact Kevin Smith at 269-591-0759 and eeernest@yahoo.com. or Gabe 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com Hamidian at 702-518-7580 & miniplaza@gmail.com.