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COVID-19 UPDATE & COMMUNITY CENTER GUIDELINES CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2021-2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS INTER CLUB COUNCIL MEETING ENTERTAINMENT – LUNCH AT MT. CHARLESTON ENTERTAINMENT – AVIATORS AT LAS VEGAS BALL PARK ENTERTAINMENT ON SITE – FREDDIE B- VISTA ROOM WECOME BACK TO MOVIE NIGHT WELCOME BACK TO LUNCH 'N' LEARNS EXPERIENCE THE TITANTIC EXPEDITION CHERISHED MEMORIES – “WE'LL REMEMBER ALWAYS GRADUATION DAY” HIGHLIGHTS – BOD ELECTION, FOOD TRUCK FUN, SKECHERS MOBILE

“DISPLAY OLD GLORY WITH PRIDE ON FLAG DAY – JUNE 14”

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COUNCILMAN RICHARD CHERCHIO'S MESSAGE

WHEN YOU'VE BEEN FULLY VACCINATED – WHAT'S NEXT?

WELCOME BACK TO OUR LUNCH 'N' LEARN SEMINARS

WECOME BACK TO MOVIE NIGHT – Featuring

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2021-2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS INTER CLUB COUNCIL MEETING ENTERTAINMEN – LUNCH AT MT. CHARLESTON ENTERTAINMENT – AVIATORS AT LAS VEGAS BALL PARK ENTERTAINMENT ON SITE – FREDDIE B- VISTA ROOM WECOME BACK TO MOVIE NIGHT WELCOME BACK TO LUNCH 'N' LEARNS EXPERIENCE THE TITANTIC EXPEDITION CHERISHED MEMORIES – “WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER GRADUATION DAY” HIGHLIGHTS – BOD ELECTION, FOOD TRUCK FUN, SKECHERS MOBILE

“DISPLAY OLD GLORY WITH PRIDE – JUNE 14

“DISPLAY OLD GLORY WITH PRIDE ON FLAG DAY – JUNE 14”

COVID-19 UPDATE, COMMUNITY CENTER USAGE GUIDELINES WE ARE FROM THE PRESIDENT President’s Message, Warren Geller, President SCAL Board of Directors.

BOARD MEMBER'S MESSAGE

ICC MEETING – June 11

BUDGET RATIFICATION MEETING

CONGRATULATIONS TO 2021-2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

COVID-19 UPDATE & COMMUNITY CENTER GUIDELINES

Mark Smith, Director, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors.

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NOMANDLAND & The Little Things

WELCOME BACK TO ENTERTAINMENT- EXCURSIONS Lunch At Mt. Charleston - June 17 Aviators Baseball Game - June 22 On Site – Freddie B & His Band – Vista Room - June 25

HIGHLIGHTS – BOD ELECTION, FOOD TRUCK FUN, SKECHERS MOBILE RESIDENT FEATURE – BERSTEINS EXPERIENCE TITANTIC EXPEDITION RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT

COMMUNITY MANAGER'S MESSAGE Damian Carrasco, Community Manager Sun City Aliante.

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COMMUNITY CENTER NEW USAGE GUIDELINES SUN CITY ALIANTE - NEW COVID-19 GUIDELINES CLARK COUNTY COMMISSION LIFTS COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS ON JUNE 1 On Tuesday, May 18, the Clark County Commission decided to delete in its entirety the plan set and executed on May 1, 2021 and return to pre-pandemic guidelines, eﬀective June 1. This means that restrictions involving masking, capacity limits, large gatherings, dancing, etc. will no longer be in eﬀect. According to the county, fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear a mask or physically distance in any setting, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. Masks will still be required on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation traveling into, within, or out of the United States, and in United States transportation hubs, such as, airports and stations as referenced in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance. While it is still encouraged to get vaccinated and maintain social distancing when appropriate, we will return to normal capacity moving forward. The public is required to follow all applicable rules and regulations set forth by all state and local jurisdictions. The new CDC guidance on masks recommends that those who are

not vaccinated continue wearing masks and following social distancing and other precautions until fully vaccinated. The guidance allows fully vaccinated people to stop wearing face coverings in crowds and in many indoor locations. The new guidance at the federal, state and now local level allows private businesses and organizations to require patrons and employees to wear face coverings. "Public safety has been our priority from the beginning of the pandemic in accordance with guidance set by the CDC and the governor's directives," said Clark County Commission Chairman Marilyn Kirkpatrick. "Our community has made huge strides in containing the virus, and we will continue to work with all our partners to keep our caseloads and local hospital capacity in check. As we celebrate this milestone in getting back to normal life, we also want to remind our community that we need to continue looking out for the health and safety of each other. If you have not been vaccinated yet, please wear a mask and practice social distancing until you are. Getting vaccinated is the key to stopping COVID-19 and keeping our community safe," continued Chairman Kirkpatrick."

SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER REOPENS We are very excited to announce the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors has approved that the Community Center be fully reopened, eﬀective Monday, May 24. We will move forward to resume all of our normal activities in line with the current CDC guidelines. If you have been fully vaccinated, you do not have to wear a face covering or socially distance. If you are not vaccinated, you should continue wearing a face covering and follow social distancing and other precautions until you are fully vaccinated.

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NEW COMMUNITY CENTER GUIDELINES Based on the Board of Director's decision to fully reopen the Community Center, we are moving forward to reopen all facilities and bring back all activities to their regular schedule before COVID-19. Administrative Oﬃces Monday- Friday - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nelenie Hernandez - Assistant Manager/Director of Compliance Carol Garbarino - Customer Service Coordinator

Hours of Operation: Community Center Monday - Saturday - 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

The following areas inside the Community Center will be fully reopened for use: · Grand View Room Seating Area · Fireplace Room Seating Area · Kitchen · Spa · Sauna (open soon after repair work is completed) · Showers & Locker Rooms · Coﬀee Stations · Water Fountains

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However, the group leaders must contact Lori Daniels to conﬁrm dates, time and space. •

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Residents are no longer required to make reservations in advance to use the Fitness Center, Pool Area or to participate in a Fitness or Pool Class. Residents will still be required to make reservations for Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn seminars and all on-site and oﬀsite events. Fitness Classes and Water Aerobic Classes will return to 55 minutes. Fitness Classes will be returned to the previous regular schedule as soon as possible. Residents will be able to access all equipment in the Fitness Center and Aerobics Room.

Foods will be permitted during scheduled activities only. Registered guests will be permitted to use the Community Center facilities and are required to be accompanied by a resident. Guest registration is $5. All Clubs and Special Interest Groups are invited to resume activities.

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Open Play is permitted, but you must contact the Front Desk 24 hours in advance to request your time and space. Room Rentals are now available. For more information, call the Front Desk and ask for Lori Daniels.

We are already planning to bring back the amazing excursions, activities and events that you love and enjoy. More information to come. We are very excited to reopen the Community Center and welcome you back! Respectfully, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Hello Residents, The votes have been counted and the results are in. There were a total of 527 homeowners who voted; however, 19 were rejected for one reason or another. A total of 26.9% of the whole community voted which was considerably down from the previous year's vote total.

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

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

There are several theories why there were less votes, but the bottom line is one quarter of eligible voters have elected Board members that will represent you on matters that have a direct bearing on how your money is spent and how your amenities will or will not aﬀect your life. I choose to believe that the lower turnout signalizes your pleasure on how well your community is functioning. High voter turnouts generally signals displeasure and a desire to change the Board's makeup. I can assure you that your Board members will continue to make decisions that will keep you safe and spend your money wisely. Thank you to all who voted, and I look forward to a time very soon when we can resume normal activities and a resumption of a totally open community center.

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

Respectfully submitted, Warren M. Geller

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JUNE 2021

WE ARE...

JUNE MESSAGE

BOARD MESSAGE BOARD MEETING

I hope this message ﬁnds everyone safe and well and coming out of the cocoon that we have wrapped ourselves in over these many intolerable months. As the song goes “June is busting out all over,” and hopefully, so too will Sun City Aliante.

Mark Smith

As Board liaison to and chairperson of, the Covenants Committee, I would like to thank all of our residents for abiding by our CC&Rs, and rules and regulations. This past year has seen, I believe, the fewest hearings that we have had in the ﬁfteen years I have been on the Board.

During this time, when we have all been stressed to our breaking points, it is good to know that we can count on our community members to live up to their responsibilities. A huge “thank you” also goes to Nelenie Hernandez, our Assistant Manager and Director of Standards & Compliance, and Carol Garbarino, our Customer Service Coordinator, for doing such an outstanding job working with our residents to iron out any problems that come up without the need of summoning someone to a hearing. Great job one and all! Enjoy a great, safe, healthy, fun-ﬁlled summer, whether you stay at home and enjoy our amenities or leave for exciting places of fun-ﬁlled adventure. See you around the neighborhood!

Sun City Aliante Board Meeting Summary Please read below for a summary of the May 12, 2021 Board of Directors (BOD) monthly meeting: Unﬁnished Business: Reopening of the Community Center – We are continuing to follow the state mandates for social distancing and limited use of amenities. The Board approved the Poker Club to resume activities based on their presented plan. Also, they approved the Billiards Club increase in attendance and Table Tennis Club to play doubles based on their presented plans. New Business: A. Board adopted the Operating, Reserve, and Capital Budgets for 2021-2022. The budget mailer was sent to all homeowners the week of May 24. B. Board approved the Property and Grounds Committee recommendation to use J&J Enterprise Services, Inc. to repair cracks, seal coat a few areas, and restripe the parking lot for $5,899. C. Board approved the quote from Wright Ventures for $2,748.83 to add additional lighting to Widewing Park. D. Board reviewed and discussed the Patrol Policies and Procedures Manual. They decided to review it more and provide all questions and changes to the Patrol Committee for further work.

Respectfully, Mark Smith Director, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

BUDGET MEETING BUDGET RATIFICATION MEETING Wednesday, June 9, 9:45 a.m. Vista Room

Friday, June 11, 10 a.m. The next ICC (Inter Club Council) Meeting will be held on Friday, June 11 at 10 a.m. in the Vista Room. This forum meets quarterly to bring together leaders of Sun City Aliante's Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups to help members stay in the know, discuss relevant issues and celebrate accomplishments. All Chartered Club and Special Interest Group Leaders are invited to participate in the ICC quarterly meetings as well as members of the Lifestyle Committee.

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The Budget Ratiﬁcation Meeting will be held at 9:45 a.m. on June 9 prior to the Board of Directors meeting at 10 a.m. The meetings are open to all Sun City Aliante homeowners via teleconference. A limited number of homeowners will be allowed to attend in person. Teleconference information is provided below: You can join the meetings from your computer, tablet, or smartphone at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/552681933. You can also dial in using your phone to 1-877-309-2073 with Access Code: 552-681-933.

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JUNE 2021

BOD NOTICE

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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)

2021-22 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

BOARD MEETINGS BOARD MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Wednesday, August 11, 2021 BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Wednesday, August 11, 2021 (Please note: This schedule is subject to change)

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Caption: Election Committee members pictured (l-r) are Kathryn Brandel, Chairman Larry Rothstein, Kay Drewlo, Chris Wickliﬀ, Renee Snodgrass, Sylvie Courtemarsh, and Linda Egge.

On Wednesday, May 12, after three months of campaigning, holding the Candidate Forum, and answering resident inquiries, the candidates can now relax as the ballots were counted and the results are in. This year four candidates were vying for the three open positions on the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors. Listed in alphabetical order they were: Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Warren Geller, Nancy Prince, and Mark Towers. Ballots were mailed in early April to all homeowners in good standing and the deadline to submit ballots was Wednesday, May 12 at 8 a.m. I would like to thank the nearly 40 resident volunteers who assisted in the votecounting process. I would especially like to thank my Election Committee who made my job so much easier. They are Linda Egge, Kathryn Brandel, Kay Drewlo, Chris Wickliff, Sylvie Courtemarsh, and Renee Snodgrass. I would be remiss if I did not thank our General Manager, Damian Carrasco, his assistant, Nelenie Hernandez, Debbie Kent, Trish Williamson, Lori Daniels, and Juan Macias and his staff for all their assistance. We could not have pulled it off without you.

The Sun City Aliante Board of Directors pictured (l-r) are Mark Pallans, Director; Nancy Prince, Treasurer; Ed Sloman, Vice President; Warren Geller, President; Wayne Headrick, Secretary; and Mark Towers, Director. (Not pictured is Director Mark Smith) 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.

Election Results This year 527 ballots were received of which 19 had to be disqualiﬁed for one reason or another. The top three candidates who were elected for a two-year term to the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors in alphabetical order are Warren Geller, Nancy Prince, and Mark Towers. The new Board of Directors for 2021-2022 is Warren Geller, (re-elected for a two-year term), President; Ed Sloman, Vice President; Wayne Headrick, Secretary; Nancy Prince (re-elected for a two-year term), Treasurer; Mark Smith, Director; Mark Pallans, Director; and Mark Towers (elected for a two-year term), Director. Respectfully submitted, Larry Rothstein, Chair Sun City Aliante Election Committee 2021

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JUNE 2021

WE ARE...

CONGRATULATIONS SUN CITY ALIANTE 2021-2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

The Results are In! The Election Committee received Candidate Interest Forms/Statements from four (4) homeowners for the 2021-2022 Board Election by the submission deadline, Wednesday, February 3. There were three open positions available on the Board.

Ballots were mailed on April 2. The deadline for completed ballots was Wednesday, May 12 at 8 a.m. At the conclusion of the Board Meeting on Wednesday, May 12, the election results were announced.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW SUN CITY ALIANTE BOARD OF DIRECTORS!

Warren Geller | President

Ed Sloman | Vice President

Mark Pallans | Director

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Wayne Headrick | Secretary

Mark Smith | Director

Nancy Prince | Treasurer

Mark Towers | Director

JUNE 2021

WE ARE...

COMMUNITY MGR 2021 BOD ELECTION AND THE BUDGET PROCESS

1. Removing your mask temporarily to take a drink of water. 2. Swimming or participating in an aqua aerobics class in the pool. 3. Showering before and after using the pool. 4. Eating or drinking during a Lunch 'n' Learn or Snack 'n' Learn. 5.Actively exercising, practicing, or participating in a sport's competition.

Dear Residents, As of this writing, here is the most recent update on the COVID-19 guidance. On May 1, COVID-19 mitigation measures were transferred to local authorities, and each Nevada county worked with the COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force and ﬁnalized plans for their transition. The local Clark County plan proposed that occupancy be increased to 80 percent with three (3) feet social distancing. After reviewing the Clark County Damian Carrasco recommendations, the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors made several changes that were put into eﬀect on May 3. They include: •

Opened the Grand View Room and the Fireplace Room areas to allow residents to sit and enjoy our million-dollar view. No reservation is needed.

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Moved the room capacities to 80 percent with three-feet social distancing, which permitted more residents to enjoy the Community Center.

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Expanded ﬁtness classes to accommodate more people.

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Opened the Spa. Residents can reserve 30 minutes, one person at a time or two from the same household.

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Allowed more clubs to return.

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Reinstated our Lunch 'n' Learn and “Snack 'n' Learn seminars, starting in mid-June.

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Reinstated our movies to twice a month, starting in June.

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Changed the quarantine period in the Library from 4 days to 24 hours.

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Reopened the coﬀee machines and water fountains for use.

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Permitted residents to register house guests for activities.

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Approved allowing residents playing sports to remove their face coverings if they are actively exercising, practicing, or participating in a sport's competition.

As of this writing, Face Coverings are still required to be worn in and outside the Community Center except for the following times:

At the May 12 Board of Directors Meeting, the Board approved the return of the Poker Club and expanded the number of players per session for the Table Tennis and the Billiard Clubs. We are excited about the opportunity to open even more, hopefully, in the near term, and to oﬀer as many events as possible. We have started working on activities, excursions, movies, and Lunch 'n' Learns. Our goal is to resume the amazing activities and events we oﬀered to residents over the years prior to COVID-19. As new guidance is given from the Clark County Commission, the Board of Directors will review it and make changes that are in the best interest of the health, safety, and welfare of our residents and team members. As we move into summer this month, stay safe and have fun. Damian Carrasco Community Manager Sun City Aliante

NEW RESIDENTS WELCOME TO NEW SUN CITY ALIANTE RESIDENTS Charlotte Mischeaux Joseph Pacunski Bard & Maureen Carlson Elizabeth Armstrong John Casichner and Judy Holder

James and Renee HenemanSantorufo Mary Heneman Ellen Bubak Reinhard and Debra Krusch

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 Center. You can contact Carol at 702-638- 5023 or cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us. Thank you in Advance The Compliance and Customer Service Oﬃce

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JUNE 2021

ASSOCIATION NEWS

LIFESTYLE NEWS

COMMUNITY STANDARDS

Dear Residents,

Dear Residents

Welcome Back

A special welcome to new residents! Thank you for choosing Sun City Aliante as your new home. I hope you have had a chance to introduce yourselves to neighbors and our staﬀ here at the Community Center. If you have not already done so, please see Carol Garbarino to register and receive your Activity Card; so, you can start enjoying the amenities available to you.

The Lifestyle Department would like to extend a sincere “Welcome Back” and we missed you greeting! As you move forward it is important to take a moment and reflect how much you have changed for the better this past year. We experienced hardships and sacrifices and rediscovered the importance of what our priorities are in life. Thank you for your patience, tolerance, and understanding in dealing with the challenges we faced as a community. Your willingness to comply with Governmental Guidelines, an open mind, and a sense of humor got us through the tough times. Food Truck Fun & Skechers Mobile a Success Pictures on pages 24-27 in this edition of The Breeze magazine will tell the story of how much fun this event was for those who participated in tasting the variety of menu items, being with people again, and enjoying the experience. Many pairs of Skechers found forever homes! Upcoming Events Mt. Charleston – Lunch in the Pines – Thursday – June 17 Enjoy a chartered bus ride to Lee Canyon where you will take in the beautiful scenery. Our group will be met with delicious lunch cuisine prepared by a topnotch chef. Afterwards, you are encouraged to shop at the Native American jewelry displays. (Ticket includes your choice of pre-ordered lunch entrée, beverage transportation, and all gratuities.) Lunch order taken at time of ticket purchase. Las Vegas AVIATORS - 4TOPPS CORNER Baseball Game – Tuesday – June 22 Relax in the “all-you-can-eat” section with mesh-backed swivel seats with a drink rail. Each ticket includes, unlimited hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, fountain drinks, + 2 beers. (Ticket includes price of admission, all you can eat concessions, transportation, and bus driver gratuity.) Freddie B and Band – Friday – June 25 Recording artist and Smith Center performer Freddie B and Band return to Sun City Aliante Vista Room for another fabulous performance! Sit back and enjoy the musical variety of the amazing vocalist. Box Office Movies in Vista Room Nomadland – Friday, June 11 The Little Things – Wednesday, June 23 Many venues are reopening so we can schedule new events for Sun City Aliante Residents daily. Please check your eBlasts for the most current selection of exciting things to do in the City of Entertainment. We have two trips planned for this fall. Please see inserts for more information. Sending special honors for Flag Day and best wishes for all those awesome Fathers this month! Debbie Kent Lifestyle Director

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Please remember to refrain from feeding wildlife in our community. I have received several complaints about residents leaving bowls of food and water in their backyards and/or hand feeding pigeons. Please understand this is a Health, Safety, and Welfare issue. Health officials say a single pigeon can produce up to 25 pounds of droppings in a single year. Their droppings can be toxic and can carry diseases. According to the Code of Ordinances, City of North Las Vegas, 6.10.030 – Restrictions on the keeping of birds and fowl: “Except as otherwise provided in this code, no person may keep, or permit to be kept on premises over which such person has control; … 3. Any fowl or bird that is not at all times confined within a suitable enclosure or coop; 5. Any fowl or bird in any enclosure or coop that is not kept clean and free of offensive odors.” In addition, 6.10.050 – Keeping or exhibiting of wild animals, states “No person may exhibit in public or keep on public or private property any wild animal.” The approved paint color schemes for the outside of your home may be obtained by scanning a QR code that can be found on the community website www.suncityaliante.org If you plan to change the color schemes, you must submit a Home Improvement Application to the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). However, if you opt to paint it with the existing color schemes, then there is NO need to apply. Please visit Carol in the Customer Service Office to see the approved color schemes for the community if you do not have access to a computer to see the QR code on the website. Please remind your paint company vendors that any advertising material may not be placed anywhere on the property unless they are doing work. No advertising signs shall be left overnight on the property. June is a good month to get out into the yard and make sure your trees, shrubs, desert plants are trimmed properly. Trees should be trimmed 5' from the soil to the first branch and back to your property lines and off the streets and sidewalks; all landscapes should be trimmed back from the mailbox. If you have a neighbor's tree branches or shrubs encroaching onto your property, please send a picture to my email address; so, we can send a courtesy notice letting them know that maintenance is due. If you have any questions, please contact me at 702-638-5006 or assistantmanager@suncityaliante.us. Happy Father's Day to all our fathers! Nelenie Hernandez Assistant Manager, Director of Standards & Compliance

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

JUNE 2021

COUNCILMAN RICHARD CHERCHIO

Dear Residents,

Hello Everyone,

Welcome Back! We are so happy to fully reopen.

I try to write these articles as far in advance as possible, and it just so happens that I am writing this one on Mother's Day. So, let me start oﬀ by saying I hope all of our moms had a great day, with many more to come!

We are so excited that the Board of Directors has approved bringing back our Lunch 'n' Learn Program. We will reintroduce the Lunch 'n' Learn, and Snack 'n' Learn program in mid-June starting with two seminars per week. Please see details on page 20 where we list the dates, times, and topics. Please call the Front Desk to make reservations. If you cannot attend, please notify the Front Desk; so, we can invite someone from our waiting list. We will also continue to feature a page with Watch 'n' Learn Webinars. This issue features articles and photos related to our residents' experiences. I think you will enjoy reading about Glenn and Martha Bernstein's exciting expedition cruise to the site of the sinking of the RMS Titanic to watch the raising of the ship's hull and other artifacts. You will learn about survivors and view unique photographs. Chris Wickliff and Judy Smith both recall their experiences during the COVID-19 lockdown, and we have additional submissions from residents in the Resident Spotlight section. This month's theme for our photo album pages is “Cherished Memories.” We invited residents to submit a photo related to their high school graduation. We used the tagline, “… We'll remember always Graduation Day,” a song composed by Joe Sherman with lyrics by Noel. It was a 1956 hit song by the Four Freshman. Enjoy seeing your friends and neighbors. On June 14, we celebrate Flag Day. This day commemorates the adoption of the Stars & Stripes as the official flag of the United States (featured on our cover). Americans celebrate Flag Day by displaying the Red, White, and Blue in front of their homes and businesses. In June 1777, when the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution stating, “the flag the United States shall be 13 stripes, alternating red and white” and that “the union shall be 13 stars, white in a blue field representing a new constellation.” Over 100 years later, President Woodrow Wilson marked the anniversary of the decree by officially establishing June 14 as Flag Day. We celebrate Father's Day on June 20. The nation's first Father's Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in the state of Washington. However, it was not until 1972 – 58 years after President Wilson made Mother's Day official – that the day honoring fathers became a nationwide holiday in the United States. If you have any questions, please email me at twilliamson@suncityaliante.us or call 702-429-1623.

I planned to explain our new diversionary court program for homeless and veterans this month, but because the construction of phase one of The Villages of Tule Springs is now on the horizon, I want to once again go over some of the specifics of that agreement, along with what that means to our Sun City residents, both in general and for those whose backyards face the Clayton Street alignment. I recently went on a tour with D. R. Horton, who purchased the land for the entire first phase of The Villages of Tule Springs, to visit the proposed model homes that will be built along the east wall of Sun City from Grand Teton Drive to Elkhorn Road. First, I wanted to ensure you that we will be getting what we had agreed to years ago: good quality, single-family homes on the lots in that portion of the development. After viewing those models, I sincerely believe the new houses will complement our community, both in design and value. Prices start in the $400,000 range for these homes. Also, since the land along the wall and eastward is generally lower, there should be no concern about those residents being able to see into the backyards of those living along Homing Pigeon Street. Besides, the backyards are larger, so the home itself will be further away. To put this into perspective, the proposed lot sizes are 60 feet x 117 feet. Phase One was always designed to be the higher-end homes, including estate homes from $600,000. There will be multiple models in Phase One, but there will not be any apartments. All of the above were concerns shared with me over the years, and I brought those concerns to the builder as a condition of my support. As soon as we can have meetings in the Vista Room, we will have D.R. Horton and their staff, including the city staff who was involved with the traffic study, attend to answer any questions and show everyone the models. The proposed timeline, so far, is to have the first home go vertical by this time next year in May. I will monitor this, as we go forward, to ensure compliance per our requests and concerns. Meanwhile, anyone can visit the models I mentioned above, which are currently being built in Valley Vista. They are located between Farm Road and Elkhorn Road, and the single-story model homes are called "Alpha Pointe” and “Orion."

A special thank you to everyone who has contributed to our Resident Spotlight. I want to encourage all of you to keep sending your special photos and short blurbs for this section of our magazine.

Since this is my June article, I want to close by wishing my fellow dads a very happy and healthy Father's Day!

In closing, I wish all our Dads, a very Happy Father's Day!

Until we talk next time, be safe!

Trish Williamson Editor, The Breeze

Richard Cherchio Councilman, Ward 4

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UPDATE ON CONSTRUCTION IN THE ALIANTE AREA

ASSOCIATION NEWS

WHEN YOU'VE BEEN FULLY VACCINATED

By Mark Pallans LOT BEHIND THE ARCO STATION – There will be approximately 200 upscale rental apartments for families and singles built on the back of the lot behind the new ARCO Station. Construction will probably begin this summer. The property IS NOT part of the Aliante community. The original plot maps indicate it was carved out of what could have been part of the Master Association. The Association will be responsible for maintaining the landscaping on Elkhorn, and the property owner will be responsible for the landscaping along Aliante Parkway, except for the street side of that landscaping which will be Aliante's responsibility. The City of North Las Vegas and the property owner were informed, that because the residents of the apartments will not be Aliante residents, they would not be able to use the Aliante amenities, such as the period festivals and park events. The property owner then agreed to pay an annual fee to the Master Association that would prevent any denial of access to our events. The property also has room for a small strip center and the City of North Las Vegas is looking for a restaurant as one of the tenants. THE VILLAGES OF TULE SPRINGS - The Villages are located to the east of Sun City Aliante. The development has been growing for the past seven to eight years. The original homes were built south of the 215 around Revere and North 5th Street. It begins further east on the north side of 215, but no development has started there. The current development, known as parcels 1.01 and 1.02, start just east of Clayton between Elkhorn and Grand Teton on the east side of the street; so, these parcels will not butt up to Sun City Aliante. The property's perimeter will start at Grand Teton and move south along Clayton for about one-third of the distance between Grand Teton and Clayton. At that point, Clayton turns southeast but their property continues straight down to Elkhorn. That portion will butt up to Sun City Aliante. It will all be single-family homes. Most of the lots will be about double the size of Sun City Aliante lots, and the homes will be much larger than ours. The density of that property is about half the number of homes per acre than Sun City Aliante.

People are considered fully vaccinated: • •

Two weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as Pﬁzer or Moderna vaccines or, Two weeks after a single dose of vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine

What You Should Keep Doing For now, if you've been fully vaccinated: • You should still take steps to protect yourself and others in many situations, like wearing a mask, staying at least 6 feet apart from others, and avoiding crowds and poorly ventilated spaces. Take these precautions whenever you are in public; gathering with unvaccinated people from more than one household; visiting with unvaccinated people who are at increased risk of severe illness or death from COVID-19. • •

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You should still avoid medium or large-sized gatherings. If you travel, you should still take steps to protect yourself and others. You will still be required to wear a mask on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation traveling into, within, or out of the United States, and in U.S. transportation hubs such as airports and stations. Fully vaccinated international travelers arriving in the United States are still required to get tested within 3 days of their ﬂight (or show documentation of recovery from COVID-19 in the past 3 months) and should still get tested 3-5 days after their trip. You should still watch out for symptoms of COVID-19, especially if you've been around someone who is sick. If you have symptoms of COVID-19, you should get tested and stay home and away from others. You will still need to follow guidance at your workplace.

What We Know and What We're Still Learning • •

We know that COVID-19 vaccines are effective at preventing COVID19 disease, especially severe illness and death. We're still learning how effective the vaccines are against variants of the virus that causes COVID-19. Early data show the vaccines may work against some variants but could be less effective against others. We know that other prevention steps help stop the spread of COVID-19, and that these steps are still important, even as vaccines are being distributed. We're still learning how well COVID-19 vaccines keep people from spreading the disease. Early data show that the vaccines may help keep people from spreading COVID-19, but we are learning more as more people get vaccinated. We're still learning how long COVID-19 vaccines can protect people. As we know more, CDC will continue to update our recommendations for both vaccinated and unvaccinated people.

In 2006, another developer bought all the land that is now The Villages of Tule Springs (east and west of us); the development was to be called Park Highlands. The developer wanted to rename Elkhorn to Park Highlands Blvd. After strong opposition to the proposal, the City of North Las Vegas agreed there would be no name changes and guaranteed that whatever was built in the future would reflect well on Sun City Aliante, and the blocks adjacent to Sun City Aliante would, at a minimum, reflect the zoning rules of our community. To that end, the first block east of our community would be at least as restrictive as Sun City Aliante, which means the only single-story building will be permitted on the first block nearest us. That agreement is still in place.

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When it comes to construction, be prepared for about a year of bulldozers, cranes, backup alarms on construction vehicles, and LOTS OF ANNOYING DUST. And you probably will not need an alarm clock to be awakened at 6 a.m.

Until we know more about those questions, everyone-even people who've had their vaccines-should continue taking steps to protect themselves and others when recommended.

Mark Pallans is a Director on the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors. He has been and remains a strong advocate for the community and works closely with the City of North Las Vegas.

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(Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

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COMMITTEE NEWS

JUNE 2021

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTHLY BULLETIN:

COMMITTEES

[ [ ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

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

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

For quite a long time, we've talked about the fact that we need more Neighborhood Watch Block Captains in our community. Why is that? Your Block Captain has been fingerprinted and has had a criminal history background check done by the North Las Vegas Police Department (NLVPD). One of the first things a new Block Captain learns is that they are the “eyes and ears” of the NLVPD. They can report any suspicious activity they might witness to the police. They can inform you of things going on in Sun City Aliante and in our community of North Las Vegas. How will they do that? If you fill out a Community Watch Family Data Sheet given to you by your Block Captain, you have an opportunity to provide them with your email address and a phone number. They might also knock on your door and speak to you in person. What other information is on the Family Data Sheet? We ask for your name, address, home and cell phone numbers. Your cell number is the best way to contact you, if for instance, you left home and forgot to close your garage door. If we have your cell number, we can call you to tell you. You might be surprised how often this happens. If we cannot reach you, Securitas or the police might be called. An open garage door is an invitation to a burglar, and how would you know that someone hasn't already entered your home? Additional information gathered on the data sheet includes names of other residents in your home, the make, model, and color of your vehicle(s). You might also choose to provide basic medical history of the people living in your home, which might be helpful if you become ill. One of the most important things included on the form is your emergency contact information. This can be a neighbor or a family member. It could be useful if you are out of town and we cannot reach you (after spotting something like a water leak or broken window at your home). We would then attempt to call your emergency contact. All information is confidential and goes no further than the Neighborhood Watch Coordinator. You should also consider giving your emergency contact the phone number of your Block Captain. If you do not have a Block Captain, you or a family member can contact our Neighborhood Watch Coordinator Jim Blossey. His contact information is listed below. Not everyone has family close by and this might come in handy if a family member cannot reach you. Neighborhood Watch is here to look out for all our neighbors, and Jim is looking out for all of us. For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Watch P r o g r a m , c o n t a c t t h e C o o r d i n a t o r , J i m B l o s s e y, a t jimandpatb@embarqmail.com or 775-530-5119. Be safe. If you see something, say something. Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

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. Chair position is vacant

PATROL COMMITTEE One of the future goals of the Sun City Aliante Patrol will be enlisting the help of all residents to be our “eyes on the street,” meaning that neighbors will be asked to maintain casual diligence over our neighborhood. We encourage neighbors to watch for any unusual behavior whenever they look out their windows, sit on their patio or take walks in the neighborhood. From the standpoint of public safety, such vigilance usually is considered a positive sign for a community. Taking this volunteer activity one step further, Sun City Aliante has a volunteer Neighborhood Watch program and a proposed Sun City Aliante mobile patrol. The Sun City Aliante patrol, if approved, will systematically cover neighborhood streets and Association property while also assisting our residents as needed. Being a Patrol or Neighborhood Watch volunteer is a priceless gift of commitment to Sun City Aliante. Consider Joining the Sun City Patrol and giving back to the community a portion of your time and talents. For more information regarding the Sun City Aliante Patrol, contact Patrol Chairman Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com or 702-460-9582. Phil Zanello Chairman, Patrol Committee

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OPEN POSITIONS ON SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMITTEES The Communications, Finance and Property & Grounds Committees have an opening for one homeowner on their respective committees. The Patrol Committee has openings for two homeowners on its committee. Here is a brief description of Committee responsibilities: • Communications – Oversees the website, events, and assists the Editor of The Breeze. • Finance – Ensures Association's ﬁnances and budgets are secure. • Patrol – Oversees 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.

“We’ll Be Here for You for Generations”

All Committee positions are voluntary. We encourage you to peruse the scope of work for the various Sun City Aliante committees. If you are interested in joining one of these Committees, you can print the “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” off the website (www.suncityaliante.org), or you can pick up a “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” at the Front Desk, in the Customer Service Coordinator's office. Please fill out the form and return it to the Front Desk.

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JUNE 2021

LUNCH ‘N’ LEARN

WECOME BACK TO OUR LUNCH 'N' LEARN PROGRAMS!

SIMPLIFY YOUR SPENDING AND SAVINGS STRATEGIES

We are so excited that the Board of Directors has approved bringing back our Lunch 'n' Learn Program. We will reintroduce the program in midJune, starting with two seminars per week starting on June 16th .

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Our advertisers will provide individual boxed lunches or prepackaged meals.

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at 11 a.m. Greg Adams, a representative of Edward Jones, invites you to a presentation designed to help you bring balance to your budget through spending and savings strategies.

His discussion will cover the following topics: Setting personal ﬁnancial goals • Balancing saving, spending, and borrowing to achieve your goals • Strategies for controlling debt and improving credit scores • Practical saving options for now through retirement

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RETIREMENT PLANNING & MAKING INVESTMENT DECISIONS IN A LOW INTEREST RATE PANDEMIC WORLD Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 11 a.m. Attend Adam Goodman's first Lunch 'n' Learn since Feb 2020! Talking points will include: • Current financial markets • Attractive strategies for conservative investors • A simplified Retirement Planning process designed for volatile and uncertain times There will be an open Q & A; so, bring your general financial questions or concerns! Reservations are limited. Please sign up as the Front Desk by June 14.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS AND CURE FOR CATARACTS? Friday, June 18, 2021 at 11 a.m. J o i n D r. F r a n k F. L e e , a n ophthalmologist with Nevada Eye Physicians, on June 18 and learn about the symptoms and treatments for Cataracts, one of the leading causes of visual decline in people above the age 50. Human eyes have a natural lens inside the eye that helps focus and see things. Due to the natural aging process, the natural lens can become cloudy and interfere with vision. If you have diﬃculty with activities, such as night driving, watching TV, reading, computer work etc., you should have your eyes checked. Cataract surgery is the best cure for this condition. It is one of the most simple and successful procedures performed in medicine today. After surgery, patients usually return to regular activities with 24-48 hours. Reservations are limited. Please sign up at the Front Desk by June 16.

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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 10 participants, ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst served. Please sign up at the Front Desk by June 21.

LEARN HOW MEDICARE WORKS AND HOW TO GET THE BENEFITS YOU DESERVE Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 11 a.m. Maybe you are aging into Medicare and do not understand all the benefits you can access. Maybe you have settled into a plan but have never explored any other options. Every day in the United States, approximately 10,0000 people turn 65. Medicare supplemental programs get better every year. You owe it to yourself to explore what is out there and get the best you can. Where do you start? There are so many options, so many programs. How can you know which plan is best for you? Join Andrea and Brandon Scott for the Medicare Workshop on Thursday, June 24. They will help you find a program that is tailored to your specific needs… one that will get you all the benefits you deserve. Reservations are limited. Please sign up at the Front Desk by June 22.

ER AT ALIANTE AND MOUNTAINVIEW HOSPITAL WELCOME YOU BACK! Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at 11 a.m. Join representatives from ER at Aliante and MountainView Hospital for a “Welcome Back Lunch 'n' Learn” on Tuesday, June 29 at 11 a.m. Come meet MountainView Hospital's new Chief Executive Oﬃcer (CEO), Julie Taylor. Hear about her vision for MountainView, patient care and their new service lines. Julie joined MountainView in January 2021. Before arriving, she was CEO of HCA's Alaska Regional Hospital, a position she held since 2013. She was also CEO for West Valley Medical Center in Idaho and Aurora Medical Center in Colorado. A 35-year health care veteran and nursing leader with more than 20 years in executive roles, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her new position. Reservations are limited. Please sign up at the Front Desk by June 25. First-come, First-served.

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WATCH N’LEARN

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HOW TO MANAGE DIABETES AND LIVE A NORMAL LIFE Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 11 a.m.

Come out to meet Dr. Zima Pakzad, the Medical Director of Cano Health, and learn about the importance of diabetes management. Cano Health is a full service, primary care medical center, which is expanding to our neighborhood. At Cano Health, the medical staﬀ strives to provide patients with the proper resources and tools needed to live a healthy lifestyle. This presentation will cover the following: • • • • • •

Preventive measures to avoid complications with diabetes Diabetes self-management essentials Diabetes clinical management essentials Healthy habits for patients managing diabetes Lifestyle changes to help manage diabetes Measurements and management of blood glucose concentrations

The Cano Health medial team looks forward to meeting you and discussing these important health habits! Please sign up at the Front Desk by June 29. Reservations are limited. First-come, First-served.

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LIVE TO BE 100… AND WANT TO! Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 11 a.m.

You will be eligible to win a $50 Gift Certificate To BJ's Restaurant if you attend this seminar. Do you want to live to 100? Most Americans say no... largely because that just means more suffering! But, what if you had a higher quality of life? Do you want more mobility, better sleep, more energy, less pain and stiffness, and a higher quality of life? Join author Dr. Devin Luzod for a live ZOOM webinar for tips from the longest-lived cultures in the world. Learn what he teaches his own patients about stretches, exercises, posture, diet and more! You are invited to a Zoom meeting. When: June 15, 2021, 11 a.m. Pacific Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkcuGtrzwuG90QdC_8IkiiS_Sa3KzrSDh You will also receive this link in the June eBlast to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Trish Williamson at 702429-1623 or email twilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

SKIN HEALTH – YOU CAN HAVE FUN IN THE SUN! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23, 1 p.m. You can have it all: fun in the sun and healthy skin! All it takes is good food, a bit of nutrition savvy, and a cloudless day and away you go! Join Nutritional Health Coach Kate Minson to learn how to maintain beautiful skin and still have fun in the sun and a healthy body. Kate graduated from University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a Bachelor's of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics and also has an Associate of Science in Culinary Arts. She has worked for the Las Vegas Food Bank, Three Square in Childhood Nutrition providing nutritious meals to schools across the Valley. Later working as a SNAP Education Supervisor, she delivered free nutrition education to a wide range of individuals including seniors. Please select the link below to register for this webinar: https://forms.oﬃce.com/r/SbAYUPNcJW You will also receive a link in the June Webinar eBlast. If you have any questions, please contact Trish Williamson at 702-429-1623 or email twilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Announcing Community movies have returned. You are welcome to bring: Own Snacks Non-alcoholic beverage

Please join us in the Vista Room from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for award-winning lms.

NOMADLAND Friday, June 11 6 p.m. - FREE/residents ($4 per guest)

NOW PLAYING

THE LITTLE THINGS Wednesday, June 23 6 p.m.- FREE FOR RESIDENTS ($4 per guest)

A woman in her sixties, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a vandwelling modern-day nomad. This movie won 3 Academy Awards – Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress. The ﬁlm stars Frances McDormand, David Strathaim, Linda May. It is rated R (drama) and runs 1 hour, 47 minutes.

The film features three Academy Award Winning actors Denzel Washington, Rami Malek and Jared Leto. Deputy Sheriff Joe Deacon (Washington) is sent to Los Angeles for what should have been a quick evidencegathering assignment. Instead, he becomes embroiled with Sergeant Baxter (Malek) in the search for a suspected serial killer (Leto) who is terrorizing the city. Rated (R) The films run 1 hour, 68 min.

ENTERTAINMENT

ENJOY A DELICIOUS LUNCH AT MT. CHARLESTON LODGE!

LAS VEGAS AVIATORS BASEBALL GAME - 4 TOPPS CORNER GAME

Thursday, June 17 - Depart SCAL at 10 a.m.

Tuesday, June 22 - Las Vegas Ballpark - Depart SCAL at 5:30pm

Cost: $50 residents - $55 guests (Lunch, bus transportation, and driver gratuity)

Cost: $60 residents- $65 guests (includes admission ticket, “all you can eat” concession, fountain drinks, 2 beers, bus transportation, and driver gratuity) Relax in the "all-you-can eat" mesh-back seats with a swivel rail. Each ticket includes unlimited hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, fountain drinks, plus 2 beers.Please purchase your ticket at the Front Desk.

Please reserve your space by purchasing tickets at the Front Desk by June 10.

PRESENTING EXTRAORDINARY VOCALIST – FREDDIE B & HIS BAND

FRIDAY, June 25, 7 p.m.

Cost: $20/residents - $25/guests Hidden at elevation 7,000 feet among the juniper and sweet Vista Room ponderosa pine of Kyle Canyon, a magniﬁcent view invites you On-site Entertainment is Back! Join us to the heart of Mt. Charleston. on June 25 to hear outstanding vocalist Freddie B and his band in the Vista The Chef has prepared an amazing menu and you will be able to Room. When you close your eyes, you Harold take in the scenic view while shopping beautiful jewelry made(34) by & Judi (29) Stanford were will be reminded of the great vocal local Native American Paiute Indians. chaperones aticons the such Senior Prom, as, Lou Rawls, Lionel W.T. Sampson High, Guantanamo Richie, Will Downing,Bay, Michael Bublé, You may pre-order your lunch at time of ticket purchase at Sam Cooke andOﬃcer the greatat Billy Eckstine. He is a talented and unique artist, Cuba. Harold was Admin the Front Desk. who will leave you mesmerized and inspired with his fresh approach and Naval Dental Clinic. Judi made the renditions. The cost is $20 for residents and $25 for guests. You are invited to dress by hand. bring your own spirits (BYOB). Please register at the Front Desk.

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HIGHLIGHTS

JUNE 2021

2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION – VISTA ROOM – MAY 12

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HIGHLIGHTS

SKECHERS MOBILE SALE – SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITIY CENTER PARKING LOT – MAY 14

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JUNE 2021 HIGHLIGHTS FOOD TRUCK FUN – SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT – MAY 14

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FOOD TRUCK FUN – SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT – MAY 14

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RESIDENT FEATURE

JUNE 2021

BERNSTEINS EXPERIENCE TITANIC EXPEDITION By Trish Williamson

yacht, 'the Sundowner,'” noted Glenn. “Lightoller is credited with saving 130 lives at Dunkirk on June 4, 1940.”

The Bernsteins cruised on the ship in the background; the vessel in the foreground was used to bring up the hull of the Titanic. Photos by Glenn Bernstein

“It is not often that one can witness history, but to become part of living history, as it is happening, is extraordinary,” said Sun City Aliante resident Glenn Bernstein, a longtime member of the Titanic Historical Society. In 1996, Glenn and his wife, Martha, went on an expedition cruise to the site of the sinking of the RMS Titanic. They wanted to witness the raising of the famous hull plate and the recovery of artifacts found at the bottom of the North Atlantic near the wreckage. “It was a one-week trip, and we sat anchored in the North Atlantic. All the cabins were equipped with closed-circuit video, which was Glenn and Martha are shown in front of the Suez Canal. being shot in the submarine canvassing the site. We also met people directly connected to the Titanic tragedy,” explained Glenn. “We ﬁrst met Ann Lightoller, the Great Granddaughter of Second Oﬃcer Charles Herbert Lightoller, the most senior member of the crew who survived the sinking of the Titanic by a freak accident,” continued Glenn. “According to Ann, her grandfather was in charge of lowering the lifeboats and collapsible boats on the port side. After all the lifeboats were lowered, the Titanic took a big plunge forward, Lightoller went overboard. He found himself being dragged underwater, but suddenly a blast of hot air from the shaft blew him up to the surface, and he found himself next to a collapsible boat he had just launched. Lightoller scrambled on top of the boat and rescued some 30 other people and taught them how to shift their Ann Lightoller on the expedition cruise. weight to prevent the vessel from capsizing. They were minutes away from sinking when the Titanic survivors were hoisted onto the Carpathia, a passenger steamship that responded to the distress calls,” added Glenn. “Decades later at the age of 66, Lightoller and his son, Roger, volunteered to assist in the evacuation of Dunkirk with their motor

Another person Glenn met on the cruise was Eleanor Johnson Shuman, one of 705 survivors of the Titanic, who was only 18 months old when she escaped in the arms of her mother. “Due to accidental good fortune of my opening a door, I was invited to a private family meeting with Eleanor and ﬁve generations of her family,” Glenn said. “According to Eleanor, her mother, Alina Backberg Johnson, her brother, Harold, and she boarded the Titanic as third-class passengers. A steward, who had befriended them, helped them escape in one of the last lifeboats, probably number 15. Most of Eleanor's story was from her mother's memories of the sinking. Her father was not on the Titanic.”

Eleanor has several reasons she wanted to go on the expedition. “Eleanor told us that she wanted to bring her family so that they would know what cruising is like,” continued Glenn. “She wanted to see the site for her own memory and supported bringing up artifacts, as long as they were not taken from inside the Titanic. Also, she wanted to have a memorial service for her dad and everyone who perished on April 15, 1912, and see everyone honor those who lost their lives. “At exactly the moment the Titanic sunk, the ship had a memorial service in the early morning hours. Children dropped flowers on the site and Eleanor tossed a wreath in memory of her dad,” Glenn recalled. “During the 1950s, Eleanor, her mother, and brother were guests at the screening for “Titanic” (1953) and “A Night to Titanic survivor Eleanor Johnson Shuman Remember” (1958). She was a guest of honor at two screenings of “Titanic” (1997), experiences she said were emotionally draining. She is also the only Titanic survivor that James Cameron met.” As you can probably surmise, Glenn and Martha are passionate about travel. They have journeyed extensively throughout the United States and all seven continents. They prefer land tours where they have free time to explore and meet people. Their favorite trip was through a cultural exchange program sponsored by the National Geographic Society to the island of Cuba. Glenn is also passionate about photography. The Bernsteins moved to Sun City Aliante six years ago from Fairfax County, Virginia. Glenn retired from George Washington University after being employed with the University for 36 years in Management Information Systems. Martha worked for 40 years in a government position with the Office of Personnel Management. Shown here are personal belongings of Second Officer Charles Herbert Lightoller shared by his great granddaughter Ann Lightoller.

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Toastmasters International District 115 Communication & Leadership Award On Friday, April 30, 2021 Sonja Bankston-Cullen, one of our Sun City Aliante residents who also served on the Board of Directors was honored by Toastmasters International District 115 at their annual conference held virtually this year. Kristin Harrell, D i r e c t o r, a n d E l a i n e Jeﬀerson, Toastmaster, p r e s e n t e d t h i s Communication and L e a d e r s h i p Aw a r d t o recognize Sonja's commitment to our local and broader community. Congratulations, Sonja! ~Submitted by Sonja Bankston-Cullen

ENJOYING BOCCE BALL DESPITE COVID-19

Jack and Charlene McKay celebrating their 50th Anniversary Jack and Charlene McKay celebrating their 50th Anniversary with their four children in December 2019. You will ﬁnd the graduation photos in our Cherished Memories section. After all those wonderful years, they still look fabulous! ~Submitted by Jack McKay

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL BABY! Vernetta Steverson is shown at 5 months of age. She is being held in her mother's arm. The family was living in San Diego, CA. Adorable! ~Submitted by Vernetta Steverson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JIM PARKER…99 YEARS YOUNG!

Here is another active senior day at Sun City Aliante despite COVID-19. We enjoyed the outdoors and had fun playing Bocce Ball. It was a new challenge for all of us: Janice & Rodger Wedgeworth, Jane and Warren Geller, and Mary and Bill. This is our friend bubble. We all know how fortunate we are to live in this wonderful community.

Thanks to Veterans Club member Richard Lawhead for organizing a Drive-by Birthday Celebration for resident Jim Parker who enjoyed his 99th birthday on March 26. Many friends and neighbors came by to celebrate with Jim, including Lifestyle Director Debbie Kent and Associate Jan Davis. In 2019, the Veterans Club honored Jim for his extraordinary service in the U. S.

~ Submitted by Janice Wedgeworth

Army Air Corps and the U.S. Air Force as a combat pilot from 1941 to 1962 by hosting a "Jim Parker Day" celebration.

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JUNE 2021

My Ukulele Journey My husband, Kevin, played ukulele and took lessons for three years when we lived and worked in California. He raved about how fun it was, but I was a busy engineering manager; so, I did not even try it. When we retired and moved to Sun City Aliante (hurrah!) my husband started the Sun City Aliante Ukulele Strummers Special Interest Group (along with Jill Ramsey). I no longer had an excuse not to try it. I was very intimidated, at ﬁrst, because I had played clarinet and alto saxophone in high school but never a stringed instrument. Long, story short: by the end of 2019, I was having a lot of fun in class! Kevin's class was so popular that he had expanded the group to include a beginning and an intermediate ukulele class. We were all having such a great time with the ukulele, playing, and singing with the Uke group and making good progress. During the pandemic in 2020, ukulele literally saved my sanity. Like all of us I was suddenly faced with the cancelling of literally all my favorite activities, including Songsters, Ukulele Strummers, Hand and Foot, and even the gym. I will not elaborate, as all of you have lived through it. Kevin and I played occasionally, but I missed all my friends in the Ukulele Strummers. Thankfully, a few weeks into the pandemic some ukulele artists decided to have an online Ukulele Festival. The festival was so fun, but artists were so good that it was intimidating to me. However, during the festival, there was one player named Pete McCarty who lived in Tennessee and led a jam session. Pete was so funny and a lot of fun to play along with. At the end of his part of the festival, he mentioned he had a free book of 250 ukulele songs that we could download. He told us he had been leading a jam session on Facebook live and was probably going to lead it daily through the pandemic! Kevin and I had been looking for some great playable music; so, this was a dream come true! And long story short (too late) my husband and I have been playing along with Pete McCarty and his online group daily for more than 330 days as of this writing. We have been learning so much, meeting wonderful people and having a ton of fun playing Pete's music! I want you all to know that Ukulele people are some of the most wonderful people in the world and playing ukulele may be the most fun you have ever had! If you are interested in learning ukulele and being part of a fun global community, you can join the Ukulele Strummers, and you can also follow Pete McCarty on Facebook and be part of our global virtual community. Pete would love to get to know you, and so would we!

Ukulele and the Pandemic I think we all have high hopes of good things to happen as we begin a new year; and for me, 2020 was no different. After attending the Songsters' Holiday Concert in December 2019 and seeing a group play ukuleles, I thought that looked like fun. In January, I joined the Sun City Aliante Ukulele Strummers, a group led by Kevin Smith. We met on Sunday afternoons and Kevin was instrumental in starting me on a journey that will, hopefully, last the rest of my life. I had three lessons on the ukulele Kevin loaned me, and then I bought one of my own. In early February, my husband, Wick, and I left for what was to be my dream trip to Australia and New Zealand. We toured Australia for a week, and then boarded a ship in Sydney, Australia to cruise for six weeks back to San Diego, visiting New Zealand, the South Pacific and Hawaii. As we boarded the ship, the gal in front of us was carrying what looked like an ukulele in a case. I introduced myself and asked if that was indeed an ukulele. Of course, it was, and we exchanged cabin numbers; we both were excited to maybe play a few songs over the coming weeks on sea days. You see, my new friend was a ukulele group leader in her community in British Columbia, just as Kevin is here in Aliante. When I told her I was just a beginner, she was more than happy to teach me some chords and new songs. We played for an hour every day on sea days. When we discovered another gal on the ship, who was even newer at the ukulele than I was, we took her under our wing and taught her the basics. Also, on our cruise, we met a group of Tahitians vacationing together who played ukuleles, danced the hula and could sing for hours and hours. Although the Tahitians spoke mostly Tahitian and French, music was our universal language, as they say. This was one of the highlights of the trip. Mid-March came, and as you in Aliante lived through the beginning of the lockdown from Covid 19, our cruise came to an official end at the same time, out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Even though we had no cases of COVID-19 on our ship, no country, not even our own, would accept our ship to let us disembark and fly home. For the next three weeks, we were safe, healthy, well fed and played ukulele every day, as every day was now a sea day. We did sail to Honolulu where we were docked for a day to take on fuel and provisions for the remainder of the trip. It was sad to not be allowed to get off the ship in such a beautiful place, but it was understandable that the Hawaiian authorities were afraid we would bring COVID-19 to Hawaii. We finally arrived safely in San Diego after missing half of the ports on our cruise. All in all, it was still a wonderful trip. Since returning home, I've discovered a whole ukulele community on Facebook, YouTube and Zoom. So, for me, the years 2020 was a time of learning to play an instrument and continuing to grow my skills, not necessarily well, but I had fun with it. It's different playing in front of a computer screen than with a group of friends where you can play, sing and interact with each other. I look forward to the day when the Aliante Ukulele Strummers can once again meet and play at our Community Center. ~ Submitted by By Chris Wickliff

~ Submitted by Judy Smith

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EXERCISE AT HOME TO BEAT COVID-19 By Dr. Brian A. Davis A recent study by Kaiser Permanente tracked almost 50,000 adults who contracted COVID-19, and grouped them by the amount of exercise they did in a week. The group that logged the least amount of physical activity was found to be twice as likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19, and two and a half times as likely to die, as opposed to those who did 30 minutes of exercise five times a week. But not everybody has access to a gym, and with the onset of the Las Vegas summer, outdoor exercise can be problematic. So, what can you do? Walk outdoors with some caveats For many people, walking is the best overall exercise. It's easy, available, and affordable. The best time to beat the desert heat is in the early morning and late at night, so you need to become an earlybird or a night owl. Start out slow and increase your pace and distance when it feels right, and find a shady place to cool down afterward. If you prefer walking before sunrise or after sunset, make certain that you wear reflective gear, such as a vest, that is created specifically to protect pedestrians. Dehydration is the chief danger associated with summer exercise, and it can put you at risk for heat stroke. The American Heart Association says to watch out for the warning signs, which include dry or sticky mouth, dry cool skin, headaches, muscle cramps, and lack of urination or dark urine. More advanced dehydration can cause dry or shriveled skin, irritability or confusion, dizziness, fatigue, and rapid heartbeat and breathing. A simple way to monitor hydration can include weighing yourself before and after exercise. Explore possibilities in the Great Indoors If you prefer to exercise in climate-controlled comfort, there are many things you can do that will get you feeling better by getting up off the couch, away from the TV, and bring joy and purpose to your housecleaning chores. Walking isn't just an outside activity - try putting some music on and making a brisk 10-15-minute tour of your house two or three times a day, including climbing stairs. And since nobody's looking, you can even break into a dance. Jumping rope is excellent aerobic exercise, and it doesn't require special equipment. There is a universe of exercise videos out there - from yoga to martial arts to weightlifting -

many of which you can stream for free. Peloton, Gold's Gym, Crunch Fitness, and CorePower Yoga all oﬀer free apps and videos. And if you have a home cardio machine such as a treadmill or stationary bike, you already have a great foundation for an indoor exercise program. If you can, go to a local indoor mall to walk around (wearing a mask, of course). This will allow you to walk longer distance in a climate-controlled environment during the hottest months. DIY home ﬁtness regimens Most of us don't have the luxury of a weight bench in the garage or a treadmill in the basement. But with a little ingenuity, you can convert household items into exercise tools. Water bottles, canned goods, books, and gallon jugs of water can help you pump up your muscles like weights at the gym. Here are some more ideas: • • • • •

Fill a backpack with water bottles or books to add resistance to your routine. Tie old pantyhose in a loop and use them as resistance bands. Do your bench press with a large bag of dog or cat food. Get up and down oﬀ the couch repeatedly to replace squats. Use your chair to stretch. This is a good option if you have mobility issues.

If circuit training is your thing, you can set up stations in your home where you can do calisthenics such as jumping jacks, push-ups (against a wall, counter-top, or the floor), sit-ups, and squats, and even some strength training with jugs of water, etc. Moving from one station to the next in rapid succession will surely help you break a sweat and feel the burn. Want to get your house in better shape along with your body? Try setting up a cardio housecleaning routine. Put on some upbeat music, set a timer, and then get busy running the vacuum, mopping the kitchen floor, and cleaning the shower stall top to bottom. This is a great way to get kids involved and away from their screens too. Ultimately, exercise is a form of medicine. Any form of exercise you accomplish, whether on the court, outdoors, in a gym, or at your home, will help build your body's strength, keep your cardiovascular system fit, and can help to prevent or manage chronic illness. Don't let the heat or COVID-19 be an excuse to not exercise. Get up and get moving! Remember to discuss any new physical activity with your trusted provider before beginning a new exercise regimen. * The information provided in this article is general in nature. For your individual health needs, please contact your healthcare provider.

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"...We'll remember always Graduation Day..." ("Graduation Day" is a song composed by Joe Sherman with lyrics by his brother Noel Sherman. It was was a 1956 hit song by the Four Freshmen)

We invited residents to submit a photo related to their high school graduation (with or without a cap and gown) or taken at that time. Thank you to everyone who submitted a photo. We will always cherish the memories!

Jim Snodgrass Reseda High School, 1959 Los Angeles, California

Renee Snodgrass UCLA, 1961 Los Angeles, California

Robin Henney Pasadena High School, 1963 Pasadena, California

Gerard Z. Balu Holy Cross HS, 1966 New Orleans, Louisiana

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Vernetta Steverson Mose Henney Lincoln High School, 1971 Pasadena High School, 1960 San Diego, California Pasadena, California

Darlene Pepitone-Balu St. Mary's Dominican HS, 1965 New Orleans, Louisiana

Terry Samdal Windom HS, 1980 Windom, Minnesota

Debbi Halfhill Washington HS, 1969 Portland Oregon

Ann Tarullo North High School 1960, Akron, Ohio

Jack & Charlene McCay Whiteﬁsh High School, 1968 Whiteﬁsh, Montana

Rosie Tyler Thomastown HS, 1970 Tallulah, LA

Daniel Arthur Madison High School, 1970 Richmond, Kentucky

Daniel Heath Ellet High School, 1966 Akron, Ohio

Debbie Westover Reed High School, 1982 Sparks, Nevada

Doris Lippincott Chestnut Ridge HS, 1956 Fishertown, Pennsylvania

Patti Popovich Corona Senior High, 1976 Corona, California

Gladys Stein Lebanese Evangelical HS 1964 Beirut, Lebanona

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Mike Brady Yvonne LeRoux Brady Mt. Carmel High School, 1961 Dominican High School, 1956 Los Angeles, California Detroit, Michigan

Allan Martinet Don Bosco Tech Institute, 1971 Senior Prom, Alhambra, CA

Shelia Gray Louisville High School, 1968 Woodland Hills, California

Vivian Fully Lompoc Senior HS, 1964 Lompoc, California

Dorothy Wilson Tucker Palm Springs HS, 1964 Palm Springs, Florida

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Linda Egge Wichita Heights High School Class of 1967

Chris Wickliﬀ Agoura High School, 1967 Agoura, California

Kathryn Brandel U. S. Grant HS, 1962 Van Nuys, California

Jack Kearns Bexley High School, 1957 Bexley, Ohio

Congra to our Grads!

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JUNE 2021

CHARTERED CLUBS BOOK CLUB

POKER CLUB

The Book Club selection for June is Lights Out, by Ted Koppel. Join members for a discussion at the Community Center at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2021. For a list of upcoming book selections, please visit their website at www.scaliante.com. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.

The Sun City Aliante Poker Club will commence playing poker on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 and Friday, June 4 from 4:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. There will be no Wednesday Quarterly Tournament at this time.

CERAMICS CLUB The Ceramics club offers so many options. Whether you have never tried ceramics or are a seasoned crafter, you can consider coming in and picking a project to work on. We have practical items as well as whimsical figurines. Whether you would like to create a special Father's Day gift or add a special decoration to your yard, we have many items to choose from. Need a gift? The club has many finished items for purchase. Stop in and see.

Poker Club members are very excited to welcome everyone back to play at the Community Center. If you are interested in playing poker, please contact Ralph Punzi at ralph629@yahoo.com or Qung Go at qungwgo@gmail.com.

Pictured are some of the ceramic items you can create.

Club times are 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays. All participants are required to wear face masks. Other safety protocols will be explained when you come to class.

Ceramics Club members are busy working on their projects

Club members hope to see some new faces as well as more of their current members. New members are always welcome, and we have certiﬁed teachers ready to help you if needed. For any questions or more information regarding the club, contact Jill Ernest at 702954-6299 or Denise Simon at 914907-6899.

HAND & FOOT Hand 'n' Foot is waiting for you! It has been way too long! Members have been busy getting organized for your return to play the game and see all of the Hand 'n' Foot players. They miss you all and the Tuesday afternoon fun you shared. They have a permanent storage area now in the Vista Room. Paul and Hjordy sorted through the “stuﬀ” and updated playing cards, ordered a new card holder for our six-player game, updated the membership list, put an advertisement for the club in the new display case, printed a onepage advertisement for the revolving club rack and made new name tags for all players. Now all they need is you! They welcome new players to our club and remind new residents that they will provide a training sheet and if possible, a trainer, to help you get started. When they are cleared to meet, their club day is Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 in the Vista Room. If you have not already done so, please get your vaccine; so, we can start playing! Questions should be referred to Hjordy Wagner, 715-529-9728 or email hwizwag@gmail.com or Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365. They hope to see you soon!

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SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS A s s u m m e r approaches, Seniors with Warm Hearts is happy to report that we are preparing for our annual drive for school supplies. In addition, we are adding necessity items to this drive due to the continued need throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Our drive will be held from July 1 through August 5. We will support the following organizations – S.A.F.E. House, Street Teens, Project 150, and a local elementary school. Watch for more details as we get closer to these dates. As always, the continued support from our community is truly appreciated; so, please consider helping us with our eﬀorts. Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, June 17 at 11 a.m. in the Vista Room. New members are always welcome. In the meantime, if you are interested in more information or want to join our group, contact Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289 or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391.

SUN CITY ALIANTE SONGSTERS Good news! The Songsters will begin rehearsals in the fall for their Holiday Concert! They are all looking forward to singing as a group once again. The Songsters will follow all the Board guidelines for club meetings. Holly Strasser will be the director and Connie Bensler will be assisting in planning the Holiday Concert. If you are interested in participating in Songsters' activities, please contact Holly at 702-305-1768 or at hollystrasser23@gmail.com.

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JUNE 2021

CHARTERED CLUBS VETERANS AUXILIARY

VETERANS CLUB OF SUN CITY ALIANTE

Mark and Lynda Towers enjoy the picnic at Horses 4 Heroes.

Happy Father's Day! The Veterans Auxiliary wishes you all good health and happiness this summer. The Veterans Auxiliary joined the members of the Veterans Club who sponsored a picnic at Horses 4 Heroes Family Equestrian Center on April 24.

Congratulations to the newly elected Board Oﬃcers of the Veterans Club. Shown (l-r) are Treasurer, Tina Johnson; Vice-Chair, Mark Hollander; Chair, David Hollander and Secretary, Shelia Cohen.

Can you believe summer is upon us already? We are on our way to a great second half of the year. It is wonderful to see our city opening back up, and people getting back to their normal way of life again. It feels great being able to see more family and friends. Although, the club did not have the Pancake Breakfast or May Picnic this year, it is now looking better for the Spaghetti Dinner this November. The Veterans Recognition Wall has been completed. We thank the Sun City Lifestyle Committee for your support in pushing this through. We honored Mr. Jim Parker as our ﬁrst inductee for the Veterans Recognition Wall. Thank you, Richard Lawhead, for putting together Mr. Parker's photo and pre-rip cord parachute that was mounted and displayed. For those who are not aware, Mr. Parker ﬂew over 50 combat missions. He never had to use his parachute during WWII. It is such an honor to live in a community with so many heroes, such as Jim. Thank you, Debra Kent, for placing his tribute up so quickly for the Veterans Club.

Sy Nielson's band, The Bluegrass Believers, performed during the Veterans Picnic at Horses 4 Heroes Family Equestrian Center.

The Auxiliary now has a plaque hanging on the Wall of Honor, which lists the names of past and present Co-Chairs of the Auxiliary. The Veterans Auxiliary is still collecting coupons for our Veterans 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 could be good even if they are expired up to six months. Please bring them to the Vista Room in the Sun City Aliante Community Center on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. The Veterans Auxiliary will not meet in July and August. We look forward to seeing everyone at our next meeting on September 21. The Auxiliary meets every 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Sun City Aliante Vista Room.

We are still taking orders for Commemorative Bricks for placement at the Veterans Memorial Monument. It is such an honor seeing it and paying homage to all past and present Veterans and loved ones. For more information, please contact Sy Nielson at (702) 234-9183. Thank you, Sy. Armed Forces Military Veterans & First Responders Appreciation Day is still on schedule for Saturday, October 16 at Craig Ranch Regional Park. I will update you soon on all the events currently being booked. For more information, please call (702) 321-1075. The Veterans Club is also debating when to have the Dedication for the Veterans Memorial Monument and next Flag Retirement Ceremony. Once we have been given the okay, we will let you know. Stay tuned! The Veterans Club will not meet in July and August. We will pick it back up again on September 21 at 6 p.m. in the Vista Room. We cannot wait to see all of you again. Please remember, we welcome everyone. You do not have to be a Veteran to join us. Our Club meets the third Tuesday of each month in the Vista Room at 6 p.m. OUR NEXT MEETING IS JUNE 15 AT 6 p.m. Stay well and be safe! Sincerely,

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CHARTERED CLUBS

JUNE 2021

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. Contact classychefs@yahoo.com or Amy Redd at 501-773-5201.

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

Art/Class Workshop. Meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. followed by Art Workshop at noon. Contact Karen Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Denise Simon at 914-904-6899 and simond2571@gmail.com.

Basketball Club. Meets Wednesdays at

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

the 2nd & 4th Friday at 1 p.m. Contact Alanna Tiehes 951-313-1349 and and diamond378770@gmail.com Carol Jones at 661-466-3478 and carolannejones1956@gmail.com.

Pan. Meets on Mondays at 6 – 8:30 p.m. and

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

Technology Club. Meets the ﬁrst Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. Contact Wayne Headrick at 725-227-3441 and wayne@headrick.us. Tennis. Meets daily for Open Play. Start time is 7 a.m. M-S. The Weather may aﬀect start times. Contact Larry Rothstein at 702-649-8766 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. The Veterans Auxiliary meets the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. Contact Co-Chair Donna Lawhead at 360-440-0704 and Donnavegas10@gmail.com or Lynda Towers at 505-412-2307 and Lynda1229@msn.com.

Veterans Auxiliary of Sun City Aliante

meets the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. 7 p.m. Contact Bob Ingertson at 702-680-0967 Paper Crafting. Meets Mondays at 1-4 p.m. Contact Co-Chair Donna Lawhead at 360-440-0704 Contact Joyce Hula at joycehula@cox.net and ringertson@gmail.com and Donnavegas10@gmail.com or Lynda Towers at and 725-221-6244. 505-412-2307 and Lynda1229@msn.com. Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:45 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith Pickleball. Club days are Tuesday, Wednesday, The following Special Interest Groups are Board-recognized and may schedule meetings in advance. Please check the calendar. Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 702-649-2468. For book selections, visit www.scaliante.com at 8 a.m.Contact Ken Schmitz at 925-708-5728. Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group.

Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday from 6:30-9 p.m. Contact Cathy Pierce at 209-595-0833 and cnitro3@ﬁre2wire or Robin Sharp at 303-641-2107 and dalerobin2@aol.com

Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays from 5:30 - 8:30

p.m. and every Sunday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Contact Rene Swanson at 702-773-2383 and reneedswanson@hotmail.com.

Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and

Saturdays from 2 p.m. - noon. Contact Jill Ernest Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays at 4 p.m. Contact Ralph Punzi at 702-839-9898 and at 702-954-6299 and jilljack16@yahoo.com ralphp629@yahoo.com or Qung Go at 630or Denise Simon at 914-907-6899 665-9802 and qungwgo@gmail.com and simond2571@gmail.com. .

Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets every

Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and

Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Contact Mary Jane and Charles D'Agati at 201-321-1691 or mjdagati@aol.com.

Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact Connie Munson at 612-810-9439 and conmun45@gmail.com.

Club DIAL (Dance in a Line).

Solos. Social group for singles. Social group for singles.

Social group for fun & entertainment. Contact Mel Coloma at 702-556-4622 or Epi Coloma at 571-228-0390.

Bowling.

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

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

Horseshoes. Meets Saturdays at 8 a.m. (summer), and 9 a.m. (fall/winter). Contact Jack Witt at 702-642-6282 or Deena Gaither at 630-341-0994.

(Meets Mondays from 6-7:30 p.m. & Saturdays Contact Teri Narveson at 702-642-0683 and from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.). Contact Xiaoli Huang tnarveson@hotmail.com or Angie Bidell at 702-750-2477 and xlhuang16066@gmail.com. at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol.com.

Ladies’ Golf. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf

Eight Ballers. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets

Minnesota Nice Group. Minnesota folks

Euchre. Meets 1 p.m. on Mondays. Contact

meet monthly for events. Contact Obbie Harvieux at 702-399-4340 or Rory Raymond at 702-489-2405 to get on mailing list.

& Fridays10 a.m.- noon. Contact David Meteyer at 702-290-3242

Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.. Contact Holly Strasser at 702-305-1768 and hollystrasser23@gmail.com or Connie Bensler at 702-738-0025 & cbensler@gmail.com

Cheryl Gustin at 319-415-0471 or gusto32742@yahoo.com.

Spades. Meets Mondays at 6 p.m. Contact

Forget-Me-Knots. Needlework, knitting, crochet and jewelry making. Meets Mondays from 1-4 p.m.

Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets

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

Glass Crafters. Meets the ﬁrst and

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

Sonja Bankston-Cullen at 310-612-3340 and mrssbc@gmail.com. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young at 702-649-1176 and jaxlady@ hotmail.com. Table Tennis. Meets Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Saturday is open play. Contact Ed Ernest at 269-591-0759 and eeernest@yahoo.com. or Gabe Hamidian at 702-518-7580 & miniplaza@gmail.com.

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Course. Text Contact Robin Sharp at 303-641-2107 on Mondays to sign-up for Thursday play.

Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday, Social Hall, 4-5 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-5305119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com. Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with limited home needs & medical equipment. Hot line 702-981-3149. Seniors With Warm Hearts. Helps disadvantaged children & teens. Contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-

Ukulele Strummers. Meets Sundays in Craft Room 2. Beginners 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Advanced Beginners 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Contact Kevin Smith at 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com 45

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