The May 2023 Edition of the Breeze Magazine

SUN CITY ALIANTE NAMED OUTSTANDING LARGE ASSOCIATION FOR 2022

2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

CELEBRATE SPRING – JOIN COMMISSIONER KIRKPATRICK FOR LUNCH

LEARN HOW TO LIVE WITH & ENJOY WILDLIFE

SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW

SPECIAL EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS

ADAM TUCKER- WINNER OF “ TV CLASH OF THE COVER BANDS” – VISTA ROOM

LEGENDARY ROD STEWART – THE COLOSSEUM

SUN CITY ALIANTE'S SPRING FLING SOCIAL – FREE FOR RESIDENTS

THE WIZARD OF OZ – THE SMITH CENTER

THE ICONIC RINGO STARR AND HIS ALL STARR BAND – VENETIAN RESORT

LAS VEGAS AVIATORS VS EL PASO CHIHUAHUAS – LAS VEGAS BALLPARK

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL'S - THE BEATLES LOVE – MIRAGE HOTEL & CASINO

THE ULTIMATE SHOWMAN - EARL TURNER – THE SMITH CENTER

SINGER & ENTERTAINER DAWN FELLMER – VISTA ROOM

“Sun City Aliante Named as Outstanding Large Association in Southern Nevada"

WEEKLY EBLAST – WHY YOU SHOULD OPT IN!

CELEBRATE SPRING – JOIN COMMISSIONER KIRKPATRICK FOR LUNCH

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS –Mark

Music Bingo, Maren Wade & Keith Thompson – Confessions of a Showgirl, Earl Turner Concert, Alfie Boe Concert, Stevie Nicks Concert , Nevada Test Site Tour

MOVIE NIGHT80 FOR BRADY & WHITNEY HOUSTON - I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY

LIVE IN CONERT – ADAM TUCKER – WINNER OF THE “TV CLASH OF THE COVER BANDS” – VISTA ROOM

THE ICONIC RINGO STARR AND HIS ALL STARR BAND – THE VENETIAN

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Las Vegas Aviators Vs El Paso Chihuahuas –

Las Vegas Ballpark- Cirque Du Soleil's The Beatles Love – Mirage Hotel & Casino, - The Ultimate Showman –

Earl Turner – The Smith Center

Singer & Entertainer Dawn Fellmer – Vista Room

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Hello My Friends,

At this writing, I just returned from last night's Community Association's Institute (CAI) gala at the Plaza Casino and Hotel. It was another special evening, as we once again won the Outstanding Large Association Aw a r d , t h i s t i m e f o r 2 0 2 2 T h i s a c c o m p l i s h m e n t w a s f o r a n unprecedented 4th win in the last 5 years.

It is always gratifying to be recognized in an industry of many outstanding HOAs, but it is even more important for what it really signifies. We are a community of over 2,000 homes and around 3,500 people who have created an atmosphere of friendship, trust, and a set of values unmatched by other HOAs. Of course, we have our differences but we never lose sight of who we really are. We have an unparalleled Board of Directors and the absolute best staff of First Service employees who always represent us in the most favorable way Damian and his staff never disappoint us because they care about this community and regard us as family What a beautiful relationship we have here, as 19 employees always support us 100% of the time. Am I crowing? Absolutely!

This year's award had us competing with Red Rock Country Club Homeowners Association, Sun City Anthem Community Association and Canyon Gate Master Association, to name a few You should be proud to have chosen to make us your home, and speaking for your current Board of Directors, we will never abandon our fiduciary obligation to Sun City Aliante.

May brings much to celebrate. Cinco de Mayo, Mother's day, Military Appreciation month and Memorial day Enjoy the month filled with favorite foods and reflection of memories, and in honor of those who gave their time and, in many cases, their life in keeping us free.

Respectfully,

Warren M Geller President, Sun City Board of Directors

Sun City Aliante Has Been Honored As The Southern Nevada Outstanding Large Association For 2022

This is the fourth time in the past five years that the Community Association Institute (CAI) has presented this prestigious award to Sun City Aliante. Sun City Aliante has won this award because of the dedication of its Board of Directors, Staff and Residents who work hard every day to enhance the value of every property and the lifestyle of every resident in our community.

BOD NOTICE BOARD MESSAGE

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

BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETING NOTICE

Wednesday, May 10, 2023 Annual Homeowners Meeting 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

10:00 a.m.

MAY – A MONTH OF CELEBRATIONS

By the time May comes around, the spring flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and life is starting to seem a little more joyful day by day! The month of May, named after the ancient Greek goddess Maia, also brings us many celebrations. It includes May Day on May 1, Cinco de Mayo on May 5, Mother's Day on May 14 and closes with the federal holiday, Memorial Day on May 29.

Sprinkled in between these celebrations are graduation days for high school and college students across the country Do you remember your g r a d u a t i o n ? We a r e l o o k i n g f o r w a r d t o o u r fi r s t g r a n d s o n ' s undergraduate commencement activities this month.

On May Day, we celebrate improved working conditions. In years past in Europe, it wasn't a good May if you didn't celebrate it with a maypole. Since at least 1350 AD., celebrants would erect a long pole and attach flowers, garlands, and strips of fabric to it, and dance around the maypole. A fond memory is dancing around the maypole with friends and enjoying treats and gifts.

On Cinco de Mayo, we celebrate May 5, 1865 when Mexico defeated France in the Battle of Puebla. While it is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage. On the second Sunday of May, we celebrate Mother's Day, a very special day to honor the nurturer and teacher of life's skills. On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the members of our armed services for their ultimate sacrifice and ensuring our freedom. Thank you!

Some Fun Facts about May include:

• May is a special time for Star Wars fans worldwide and always a good reason to re-watch the movies. May the 4 is celebrated as Star Wars day, due to the way the date sounds similar to “May the Force.”

• May also has two Zodiac signs, Taurus and Gemini. People born under the sign of Taurus are said to be ambitious and smart, yet trustworthy. Those born under the sign of Gemini are said to be passionate, adaptable, and smart.

• May is one of seven months that have 31 days.

• The proverb April showers bring May flowers dates back to at least the 1500s!

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

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.

• The birthstone for May is the emerald. Emeralds are a type of stone called beryl and typically range from a deep-sea green to a lighter color. Emeralds are symbols of fertility and rebirth.

• May is also a time for monthly celebrations, such as, Armed F o r c e s A p p r e c i a t i o n M o n t h . ( E x c e r p t s f r o m https://www.thefactsite.com/may-facts/)

Enjoy the celebrations of May. I appreciate the opportunity to serve you!

Mark Towers Director, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

*Annual Homeowner ’s Meeting – 8 a.m.; Recess to Count Ballots; Reconvene at 12:15 p.m. *Board of Directors Meeting – Immediately following Annual Meeting Board of Organizational Meeting – Immediately following Board Meeting

Mark Towers

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION 2023

VIEW CANDIDATE BIOS & VIDEO

If you weren't able to attend the Forum, the candidate's photographs and bios are on a display table in the Sun City Aliante Community Center and were published in the March issue of The Breeze.

You can also go online to the Sun City Aliante website www.suncityaliante.org. Just select the word "News Flash" in the blue boxes on the right-hand side of the homepage. You can also view a complete video of the event, produced by Richard Lawhead, on the homepage of the Sun City Aliante website, which includes the Candidates opening and closing statements and answers to the Moderator's questions.

Joe Caggiano

Larry Cory

Warren Geller

Nancy Prince

Mark Towers

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By now you have received your official b a l l o t i n t h e m a i l , y o u m a y h a v e attended the Candidate's Forum, have read the candidate's resumes, and are ready to return your ballots. You may have conscientiously decided whom to vote for or have you?

Official ballots were recently mailed to homeowners in good standing. Once you receive your ballot, it is imperative that you follow the directions precisely if you wish your vote to count. (Ballots received that are not in compliance with stated directions will be disqualified.)

Completed ballots may be returned via USPS mail or placed in the new ballot box in the Sun City Aliante Community Center prior to the deadline, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 8 a.m.

The Annual Meeting of all members of the Sun City Aliante Community Association will be convened at 8 a.m. on Wednesday May 10, 2023 in the Vista Room of the Community Center, located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas 89084. The meeting will then recess to count the ballots.

The Annual Meeting will reconvene at 12:15 p.m. Immediately following the conclusion of the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors meeting will begin. The Election results will be announced at the conclusion of the Board of Directors meeting.

Let us ALL get involved! Evaluate your candidates and then vote for the candidates you feel best qualified. You may vote for up to three of the five qualified candidates.

If you have any questions about the election process or wish to assist with the counting of the ballots, please send an email to: Larry Rothstein at lilandlar@aol.com.

Larry Rothstein, Chair SCAL Election Committee 2023

Please select the link below to view the complete video of the Candidate Forum and read the candidate bios.

https://www.suncityaliante.org/2023-bod-elections/

Let us ALL get involved! Evaluate your candidates and then vote for the candidates you feel best qualified. You may vote for up to three of the five qualified candidates.

If you have any questions about the election process or wish to assist with the counting of the ballots, please send an email to: Larry Rothstein at lilandlar@aol.com.

Larry Rothstein, Chair Election Committee 2023

BUDGET RATIFICATION MEETING

Wednesday, June 14, 2022, 9:45 a.m. Vista Room

The Budget Ratification Meeting will be held at 9:45 a.m. on June 14 prior to the Board of Directors meeting at 10 a.m. The meeting is open to all Sun City Aliante homeowners.

The agendas for both meetings will be published in the eBlast, posted in the Community Center and on the website.

Association of the Year for 2022

An Unprecedented Win Four out of Five Consecutive Years

We are excited to announce that Sun City Aliante has won the C o m m u n i t y A s s o c i a t i o n s I n s t i t u t e ( C A I ) Aw a r d f o r t h e Southern Nevada Outstanding Large Association of the Year for 2022.

The award was announced and presented to Sun City Aliante at the annual CAI Gala at the Plaza Hotel and Casino on Friday, March 31, 2023.

This is the fifth consecutive year that Sun City Aliante has been nominated for this prestigious award (considered the equivalent of the "CAI Oscar").

Sun City was nominated and won the award for 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022 Also, in 2020, Sun City Aliante was nominated for the award.

In addition, Warren Geller, President of the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors, and Damian Carrasco, General Manager of Sun City Aliante, have been nominated by CAI respectively as the Board Member of the Year and the Onsite Manager of the Year.

Congratulations to the Board of Directors and staff of team members for their dedication and hard work to enhance the lifestyle and quality of life for every resident.

Sun City Aliante Board of Directors President Warren Geller displays the CAI Award. Shown (l-r) are Board Director Ed Ernest, Assistant Manager Nelenie Hernandez, Board Secretary Sonja Bankston-Cullen, President Geller, Board Director Mark Towers and General Manager Damian Carrasco.

GENERAL MANAGER

On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am very excited to tell you that we are busy planning an awesome Award Celebration which we will schedule sometime in June. As soon as we have a date, we will n o t i f y y o u t h r o u g h e B l a s t a n d T h e Breeze.

The Community Associations Institute (CAI) has named Sun City Aliante as the Southern Nevada Outstanding Large Association of the Year for 2022. T h i s p r e s t i g i o u s a w a r d , w h i c h i s considered the equivalent of the “CAI Oscar,” was presented at the annual CAI Dinner Gala held at the Plaza Casino & Hotel on Friday, March 31, 2023.

This is the fifth consecutive year that CAI nominated Sun City Aliante for this award. Most recently, we won the award in 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022. In 2020, we were also nominated for the award.

In addition, Warren Geller, President of the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors, and I, were nominated by CAI respectively as Board Member of the Year and Onsite Manager of the Year for the third consecutive year

This award is an acknowledgement of the foresight, commitment and passion of our Board of Directors and team of staff members who work to enrich the amenities, experiences, and quality of life for all Sun City Aliante residents. They performed their regular duties in an extraordinary way while also meeting the budgetary challenges of inflation.

Congratulations to the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors, team members and residents. We are all so proud of our community

I encourage you to vote in the upcoming Board of Directors Election if you have not done so already We mailed the 2023 Board of Directors Election Ballots to homeowners at the end of March. The deadline for submitting your ballot is Wednesday, May 10 at 8 a.m. Please follow the instructions precisely when you return your ballot.

I want to extend a special thank you to Election Chair Larry R o t h s t e i n a n d t h e E l e c t i o n C o m m i t t e e a n d t h e i r t e a m o f volunteers for their support.

We are now working on the Budget for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The Budget Process began in February The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the financial status and operations of the Association and its three money funds – Operating, Reserve and Capitalization. The Finance Advisory Committee (FAC) assists the Board and provides recommendations.

The Operating Fund is budgeted each fiscal year to monitor and control operating expenditures. The Budget process takes many months. Beginning in February, I prepare worksheets which are analyzed by the Finance Committee, and we look at the trends in all line items to determine the best course of action to recommend to the Board of Directors for the financial well-being of the community

During April, we make the necessary tweaks to the document and develop a presentation outlining the proposed budget and a 5-Year Plan, which will be presented to the Board.

During the Board of Directors and Finance Committee's Budget Workshop, members of the Board and Committee discuss the proposed budgets for the next Fiscal Year

This year the Budget Workshop was held on April 26, 2023 at 10 a.m. in the Vista Room. The Workshop was open to all homeowners.

The next step in the process is the adoption of the Budget by the Board at the May 10 meeting of the Board of Directors. In late May, a summary of the Operating, Reserve and Capitalization budgets will be mailed to all homeowners.

The last step in the process is the Budget Ratification Meeting when homeowners can consider ratification of the Budget. The Budget shall automatically become effective unless disapproved at the meeting by 67 percent of the homeowners.

The Budget Ratification Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 14, at 9:45 a.m. in the Vista Room in the Community Center prior to the Board of Directors meeting. This meeting is open to all Sun City Aliante homeowners.

If the budget is adopted and ratified, it will be effective July 1, 2023.

I encourage you to celebrate with us by attending our Award Event in June and be sure to participate in the 2023 Board Election.

Best wishes and enjoy our warmer weather

Damian Carrasco General Manager Sun City Aliante

MAY 2023 BOARD MEETING

Sun City Aliante Board Meeting Summary

Please read below for a summary of the April 12, 2023 Board of Directors Meeting below:

recommendation to appoint Craig Quigley to the Committee.

B. Board approved a CAI Award Celebration for the community at a cost not to exceed $7,800.

C. Board approved $2,028 to donate for the CAI Legislative Action Committee (LAC) Buck-A-Door Program.

D. Board approved the adoption of a new Reserve Study

COMMUNITY STANDARDS LIFESTYLE NEWS

Dear Resident, Happenings

Each day the Community Center is more like a U n i v e r s i t y S t u d e n t U n i o n b u r s t i n g w i t h infinite crowds of residents coming and going. Between the Chartered Clubs/Special Interest Groups, Fitness Programs, Lunch & Learns, Committee Meetings, and the never-ending number of events, this is where the action is at!

One day residents are wearing parkas to tour the Nevada Test Site and the next day changing attire to experience the greatness of the Allegiant Stadium Tour Squeeze in major concerts such as Stevie Nicks, Alfie Boe, and Earl Turner and residents are making a lot of wardrobe changes.

Let's not forget the on-site special events, such as, Music Bingo, Confessions of a Showgirl, Box Office Movies – A Man Called Otto and Plane. Sun City Aliante is not lacking in things to do, so keep supporting the events and we'll keep bringing more opportunities to create magnificent memories.

Looking ahead you have the chance to see Ringo Starr and His All Starr band perform live in the intimate Venetian theater It's not often one can see a famous BEATLE perform here in Vegasville. Only a few tickets remaining.

Upcoming Events

Join

located on pages 30-32 in this edition of the Breeze)

3 – Adam Tucker – Vista Room

6 – Arts & Crafts Show – Community Center

10 – Rod Stewart – Caesars Coliseum

12 – Movie – 80 for Brady – Vista Room

17 – Movie – I Want to Dance with Somebody – Whitney Houston –Vista Room

18 – Spring Fling -Vista Room

21 – Ballet – Wizard of Oz – Smith Center

26 – Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band – The Venetian Las Vegas

31 – Las Vegas Aviators vs El Paso Chihuahuas – Las Vegas Ballpark

Join us for these exciting events in June:

(Event details located on pages 30-32 in this edition of the Breeze)

2 – Inter Club Council – Vista Room

2 – Earl Turner – The Smith Center 9 – Movie - TBD 7 – Cirque du Soleil – Beatles – LOVE – The Mirage 16 – Dawn Fellmer – Singer/Entertainer – Vista Room 21 – Movie – TBD

30 – Music Bingo

Please check your weekly Eblasts event wall, and bulletin boards as more events may be added.

Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle

Take advantage of the spring weather and observe the changes in plant life and new sounds of nature. Happy Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and Graduations. Have a safe and relaxing Memorial Day!

Debbie Kent Lifestyle Director

Hello! It's getting warmer and that means mundane habits that become problematic or troublesome will be on the rise. For example, opening garage doors slightly to let in fresh air Keeping back patio sliding d o o r s o p e n , l e a v i n g v e h i c l e s w i t h o u t c l o s i n g windows, or forgetting to drink plenty of water Any of these can present issues for you; so, please be mindful of them.

Garage doors, vehicle windows, and sliding doors habitually left open can be forgotten, ergo leaving opportunities for a thief to go in and out without being noticed. As a resident, you are responsible for your safety and to safeguard your property, not the association and certainly not management.

Soon dormant trees will start to show life; leaves will grow and flowers will bloom. Shrubs and plants will look greener and healthier If they are not, that means they are damaged or dead; so, they must be removed and/or replaced. If you have more than one tree on the front or side of your property but one is dead, you may remove one without replacing it.

Please remember if you live in a corner home and have a tree with long branches near a stop sign, neatly trim the branches; so, they do not cover any signage. For those of you who contract the maintenance of your front and side landscape, kindly instruct your vendors to not blow debris onto the adjacent properties and common areas. Remember, you are responsible for the conduct of your vendors and guests on the property. Let them know they should neatly put away refuse after they finish trimming and cutting tree branches and raking leaves. I do acknowledge there are excellent, professional vendors out there, and such reminders are not necessary; but for those who are not consistent, please take it upon yourselves to give them instructions.

Also, please remember that home modification applications must be submitted to the Sun City Aliante Architectural Review Committee (ARC), NOT the Aliante Master Community Please inform your solar panel vendors to send proposals and application forms to our office. The Aliante Master office located on Deer Springs Rd. will reject these applications. We are autonomous from the Aliante Master when it comes to approvals or denials of Architectural Design modifications. Carol Garbarino, Customer Service Coordinator, will be more than happy to assist you in filling out the form or answer questions should you n e e d h e l p Y o u c a n c o n t

cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us.

In closing, May is a lovely month, and I would be remiss not to recognize the historical moments of May and the special days celebrated this month.

• Minnesota was admitted to the Union on May 11, 1858 – shout out to the Minnesota Club in our community

• San Francisco's beautiful Golden Gate Bridge opened May 27, 1937 –Welcome to Sun City Aliante to my fellow Bay Area new homeowners!

• Cinco de Mayo is celebrated on May 5 – In the United States, Cinco de Mayo has become a way to honor Mexican culture and heritage.

• Mother's Day – Happy Mother's Day to all the moms, stepmoms, and grandmothers!

• Memorial Day – Honoring those who lost their lives while serving in the United States armed forces.

In commemoration of Memorial Day, the Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, May 29. However, the Community Center will remain open regular hours from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

If you have any questions or need any clarifications please contact me at 702638-5006.

Enjoy the warm sunshine of May and the fragrant smell of spring flowers!

Nelenie Hernandez Assistant Manager, Director of Compliance

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR COUNCILMAN WARD 4 RICHARD CHERCHIO Dear Residents,

This issue of The Breeze features an article by Joe Caggiano and the members of the Communications Committee, which focuses on the weekly eblast. The eBlast is designed to provide members of Sun City Aliante timely information regarding special events - on and off property, educational seminars, Board and Committee meetings, special notices and much more. There are three separate eBlasts usually sent out on Thursdays: Meetings and Notices, Lifestyle Special Events (which also includes Club and Special Interest Group news and events at the end) and Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn Seminars.

I highly recommend that you sign up to receive the eBlast to stay informed on what's happening in your community. See the article on page 17 for details.

Mark your calendar to attend the May 22 Spring Luncheon with Clark County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick. Come enjoy lunch and celebrate the season with your friends and neighbors. As you know, Commissioner Kirkpatrick always offers a delicious menu and valuable information about issues that directly affect seniors and veterans.

Also, for the first time, we will feature a representative from the Nevada Department of Wildlife, Claire Clarke, offering a presentation about how to live with and enjoy wildlife on May 25. Find out what to do if you find a baby bird on the ground. Learn how to deter a coyote or discourage wildlife from making your home their own.

This year we celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday, May 14 Mother's Day gives us a special opportunity to show our gratitude to moms, stepmoms, grandmas, and all the other maternal figures in our lives. If you are lucky enough to still have a mother, grandmother or even “a special person in your life who has been like a mother to you,” please cherish every moment with her and give thanks. Many of us just have our wonderful memories with mom, and we cherish those as well. A special note of appreciation to all our Sun City Aliante mothers. Please take the time out to enjoy your special day

Here are a few fun facts about Mother's Day:

• The current Mother's Day was started by Anna Jarvis in the early 1900s. She persuaded Congress to recognize Mother's Day as a holiday, founded the Mother's Day International Association, and even trademarked the phrase “Mother's Day.” She was inspired by her own mother, who had called for “Mother's Workdays” to improve conditions for soldiers during the Civil War

• President Woodrow Wilson made Mother's Day an official holiday in 1914.

• According to Hallmark, about 113 million cards are exchanged every year

• According to a recent YouGov poll, American mothers' top pics for Mother's Day were a card, flowers, and/or a special experience with their family

• Ancient myths allude to the fact that Greeks and Romans celebrated Mother's Day by honoring the Cybele, symbolizing Mother Earth and Rhea, mother of the Gods.

(Source: Excerpts from “20 Mother's Day Facts That'll Make You See the Holiday in New Light, Woman's Day, March 18, 2022.)

On May 31, we will commemorate Memorial Day, a patriotic holiday to honor and salute members of the U.S. Armed Forces who gave their lives, the ultimate sacrifice, to preserve the freedoms we hold dear

I always welcome your comments and suggestions. If you have any questions, please call or text me at 702-429-1623 or email twilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

Trish Williamson Editor, The Breeze

Hello Sun City Residents,

I hope you are enjoying a warm and wonderful spring season. I am delighted to share with you everything that has been going on in the City of North Las Vegas and plant the seeds (pun intended) for exciting things to come.

I wanted to begin by thanking all of you who attended or joined us via web for our 2023 State of the City Address. If you missed it, check out the city's homepage at cityofnorthlasvegas com for a full overview, event recording and our video entitled 'Writing a New Chapter for the City of North Las Vegas.'

In other exciting news, our North Las Vegas Police Department (NLVPD) is continuing recruitment for both new and lateral hires. The City is offering impressive signing bonuses and incentive packages, so if you or someone you know may be interested in protecting and serving our fine city, please share the

t joinnlvpd.com.

Continuing on our public safety related announcements, I am proud to announce that longtime NLVPD team member, Captain Adam Hyde was invited to participate in the FBI National Academy and has successfully graduated! Nationally, fewer than one percent of officers have the opportunity to attend the rigorous ten week advanced training program; so, this is truly an accomplishment! As your elected leader, I am thrilled to have this level of expertise and commitment to serving the residents of North Las Vegas and our Aliante Community!

In other non-safety and more tasty, related news, we recently welcomed another eatery to our Craig Road Restaurant Row‒ Pinkbox Doughnuts! I had the pleasure of attending the grand opening event, getting to know more about the business owners and their investments in our community, and sampling some delicious donuts! If you have not tried Pinkbox yet, or even if you have, I urge you to stop by our Craig Road location. You're in for a treat.

Speaking of new additions to the community, construction is underway at The Villages at Tule Springs. DR Horton Homebuilders are currently constructing homes in Village 1, Phase 1 and they are perfect for single-families. The homes located immediately adjacent to Sun City Aliante are single-story and feature larger lots (6,000+ square feet), similarly to the upgraded lots here in Aliante. The next phase of construction will also contain two executive lots ranging from 10,000-20,000 square feet in size and featuring higher-end homes. These design elements offer a welcome addition and are in alignment with the general characteristics of our neighborhood.

Lastly, I wanted to share a few upcoming events this month:

• Sun City Aliante Spring Arts & Crafts Show: Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sun City Aliante Community Center This event is open to the general public. For more information, please contact Elaine Goddard or Lori Daniels at 702-638-5000.

• The CNLV Senior Resource Health Fair: Saturday, May 13 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Liberty Park in front of North Las Vegas City Hall. There will be presentations from doctors accompanied by a variety of free health screenings (blood pressure, diabetes, vision exams and more). Come enjoy free lunch, win raffle prizes, and more. For additional information, please contact 702-326-8012.

• Sun City Aliante Spring Fling Social (for Sun City Residents): Thursday, May 18, 2023 from 10 a.m. - noon in the Vista Room. For tickets or more information, please call the Front Desk at 703-6385000.

Yours in service,

Richard Cherchio, Ward 4 Councilman

NEIGHBORHOOD

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTHLY BULLETIN:

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

This is that time of the year when residents will be heading out of town. Some people will leave for the summer, a month, a week or maybe just a holiday weekend. There are a few things you MUST do before you leave. It starts by letting a neighbor or your Block Captain (if you have one) know where you are going and for how long.

Give that person your cell phone number. Be sure to stop the newspaper. Do not order online packages to be delivered while you are gone. The most important thing you should do is shut the water off in the garage by turning the lever with the yellow sleeve to the up position.

This will shut the water off to the house, but not the drip system for the outdoor trees and shrubs. It is also a good idea to leave a house key and, possibly, a mailbox key with a neighbor or someone who can check on your home, if there is a problem.

Our next monthly Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held at 4 p.m. on May 18 in the Social Hall in the Community Center All residents are welcome.

For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Watch program, contact our coordinator, Jim Blossey, at jimandpatb@embarqmail.com or 775530-5119.

Be safe. If you see something, say something. Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

PATROL COMMITTEE

Security patrol can always use new volunteers. The patrol is open to volunteers who can spare a couple of hours a week to help keep our community safe and help our residents in need. We have a Ride Along Program where you can ride with a volunteer to see what we are all about. Patrol and Ride Along applications are at the Front Desk of the Community Center

Several of our volunteers have passed the 100hour patrol mark and have received certificates. We wish to show appreciation and thanks for every member of the patrol, some are new, and others have been around for several years. All contribute to the safety and well-being of the residents of Sun City

While on patrol, volunteers saw a gentleman laying on the floor of his garage with the garage door open. He needed immediate medical attention and the volunteers called for emergency services. Our volunteers take their patrol seriously and use guidance and good judgement while on patrol.

Three new things to do in 2023:

Ÿ Update your emergency contact information

Ÿ Restock your first aid kit

Ÿ Take a CPR, AED or First Aid class.

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

COMMITTEES

Meets ever y other Friday, 8:30 a.m.

Harlan Nelson at hnelson867@cox.net

CO M M U N I C AT I O N S CO M M I T T E E

Meets third Friday, 10 a.m.

Dan Lies at drlies07@gmail.com

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

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

Mark Smith at mas7809@hotmail.com

E L E C T I O N CO M M I T T E E Larr y Rothstein at lilandlar@aol.com

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

Meets last Wednesday, 3:15 p.m.

David Grossman at dt.grossman@yahoo.com

L I F E S T YL E CO M M I T T E E

Meets third Wednesday, 10 a.m.

Sharon Grossman at sdg45us@yahoo.com

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

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

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

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

Open Positions on Sun City Aliante Committees

The Communications Committee has one open position on its committee. The Finance Committee has one open position on its committee. The Patrol Committee has one position open on its committee.

Here is a brief description of Committee responsibilities:

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- Reviews owner site/home exterior Architectural Review Committee change requests to ensure they comply with community standards of aesthetics and quality

O v e r s e e s t h e w e b s i t e , h o l d s C o m m u n i c a t i o n s C o m m i t t e e Communications Committee events and assists the Editor of The Breeze.

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

• – Observes and reports any hazards or incidents as Patrol Committee they patrol the streets of the Sun City Aliante community to ensure the safety of our neighborhood.

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

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

A GREAT COMMUNCATION RESOURCE: THE WEEKLY EBLAST

Why should you opt in and not opt out!

T h e C o m m u n i c a t i o n Committee would like to take this opportunity to share one of the tools we use as a community: the e B l a s t W i t h a l l t h e activities offered at Sun City Aliante, the eBlast is one of the best reminder tools A priority of the Association and Staff is to offer residents great events, educational seminars, and outings that inform and add quality to our lives. Each eBlast has a specific focus that includes important information. The focus may be a chance to sign up for an event or a reminder that a specific event is coming up. Let's take a look at the different types of eBlasts.

Lifestyle Special Events

This eBlast informs you of the latest upcoming events, as well as information on new events that are open for registration. This eBlast serves as both a reminder and an announcement. It also provides updates if an event is sold out or cancelled. Our Staff is always working hard to find events that strike the right chord, events you can easily attend with a group of friends, making these outings special. There is value in a Lifestyle Special Event eBlast.

Meeting and Notices

This eBlast informs you of all the Board and Committee meetings of the Association as well as valuable general information Meetings are important to the inner workings of our community You are invited to attend all meetings (except for Board Executive Sessions and Covenants). Committee meetings are where all the information about projects are researched for costs and scope of work and the desires of the Board of Directors are considered. The Board of Directors has the final say in each expenditure. Rarely does a project just happen, it takes your fellow homeowners, serving as committee members, working as a team, to ensure the best outcomes. Every committee meeting is attended by staff member and a board liaison; so, things always stay on point. The Association encourages each homeowner to attend any meeting that piques their interest. While you can't take part in the committee deliberations unless you are a member, you get a great sense of the time and effort each committee engages in to see a project through. There is value in the Meeting and Notice eBlast.

Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn Seminars

This eBlast keeps you informed of the many upcoming Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn educational seminars the Staff has planned. Usually hosted by The Breeze advertisers, each one has its own purpose. You may become more interested in a subject that all of a sudden has more meaning to you at certain stages of life. Each seminar focuses on a particular topic designed to improve or add value to our lives. This eBlast may have the most effect on your life to increase your knowledge on specific subjects.

Special Notices

This eBlast provides targeted, timely information that you need to be aware of immediately Right now, you are receiving election notices for the Board of Directors. Elections are a regular function of community life; you are electing people to act on your behalf. Taking time to read all special notices is crucial. Staff and the Association want you to be aware of the important information that may not be found in The Breeze. For example, during the Global Pandemic, these eBlasts were very important as they provided targeted information. There is value in the Special Notices eBlast at certain points throughout the year

Our FirstService Residential staff, along with Board of Directors, work hard to bring quality events that enhance life at Sun City Aliante. You will find value in being informed. If an email is not relevant just delete it. The next one could be right up your alley

To sign up for the eBlast, just stop by the Front Desk and tell one of the Lifestyle Associates, you want to sign up for the eBlast, complete the information on the “green card,” turn it in and you are ready to go. Alternatively, you can go online to your personal profile. If you are already registered on the website, just login, go to your profile information, select “Update Profile,” and go to the bottom of the form and select “yes” to receive the eBlast. If you are not registered, just select “Register” and fill in the information including “Yes” for eBlast at your listed email address. Then select “I Am Not a Robot” and select “Continue.” Someone from the C o m m u n i c a t i o n C o m m i t t e e w i l l v e r i f y a n d c o m p l e t e t h e registration process.

A note about The Breeze This publication is a very important tool. Most events are published in The Breeze. There are inserts that include meeting times as well as club and fitness schedules. Advertisers in The Breeze do business in our community, and they are trying to improve your quality of life. Their ads pay for the magazine, with any extra monies beyond expenditures for The Breeze going back to the community

The Communications Committee.

WHY EVERY SENIOR NEEDS A LONG-TERM HEALTH CARE PLAN

Thursday, May 4, 10 a.m.

Tom Hegan, the author of "Don't Worry, Retire Happy!" says, “You must have a plan for Long-Term Care." It is one of the greatest risks seniors face during their retirement years.

Join Ron Walton, a retired Healthcare Administrator who has provided care for thousands of seniors during his 35 years, running Skilled Nursing, Rehab and Assisted Living Facilities.

He will share his first-hand experience of the financial and health risks of not having a plan. He will also discuss the many options currently available for access to the extended care you desire and at prices you can afford.

Do not limit your options by not having a plan. No one believes they will need Long-Term Care (LTC) in the future but 52 percent of people over 65 will need some type of LTC services in their lifetime. The risk for women is even higher at 58 percent. The current cost for LTC in Las Vegas is between $3,800 to $11,165 a month. It you fail to plan; you plan to fail.

Please register at the Front Desk by May 2.

MACULAR DEGENERATION: THE LEADING CAUSE OF BLINDNESS

Thursday, May 11, 11 a.m.

What is it? Age-related macular degeneration, also referred to as AMD, is one of the most common causes for severe vision loss within the United States among adults above the age 60. Unfortunately, a lot of the people who suffer with AMD do not realize they have a macular problem until they start to see blurring or distortion in their vision.

The term AMD refers to the gradual and continual breakdown of the macula, the portion in a person's eye that helps to provide the detailed central vision that is required for clearly seeing objects. Over time, deterioration of the eye can have a serious impact on an individual's ability to read well, drive safely, recognize faces, navigate stairs, and perform a variety of other daily tasks.

What can be done about it? Learn about the latest in diagnosis and treatment for maintaining your eyesight with a physician from Nevada Eye Physicians. He will provide tips on the best treatments and supplements. Lunch will be served.

Please register at the Front Desk by May 9.

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN ICE CREAM SOCIAL

SOLAR ENERGY FORUM – GET THE FACTS ON HOW YOU CAN SAVE MONEY

Thursday M ay 11, 7 p.m.

Until now, people in Nevada have never had a choice regarding where or how they purchased electricity; now they do.

Did you know most anyone can get solar with no money down, and pay less than they are paying NV Energy? Join Jay Wilson at 7 p.m. on May 11 and find out from an expert whether solar might be a good fit for you. Having solar will give you control of your electricity costs and protect you

from the rising rates of the utility You know exactly what you will be paying for years to come!

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• How solar works here in Nevada

• What it takes to qualify

• Common myths about solar

• Things to watch out for

• Timelines and Expectations

We want to make this seminar informative and primarily an open forum for discussion and questions. Since 2020, California has required all new homes to be equipped with a solar system. That trend is moving nationwide and will likely be in Nevada soon. Join us; so, you can understand why renewable energy is important for generations to come!

Please register at the Front Desk by May 9.

HOW TO AVOID DIZZINESS AND FALLS AND MAINTAIN BALANCE

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each year, 2.5 million older adults are treated in the emergency room for injuries resulting from dizziness and falls. Approximately 700,000 of those individuals are admitted to the hospital because of a fall that results in a hip fracture or head injury.

Falls were identified as the most common cause of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). The CDC concluded that the annual cost of falls is $34 BILLION dollars. Two thirds of this amount is spent on the cost of hospital stays. Come listen to Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist Dr Mike Rantissi to explain what causes dizziness, poor balance, and falls and how to prevent these conditions.

Please register at the Front Desk by May 13.

FREE ESTATE PLAN & TRUST WORKSHOP

Tuesday M ay 16, 11 a.m.

Life is unpredictable; it is vital to have the proper legal documents in place prior to unforeseen events. Often people think an estate plan is only for rich people! This is not true. Anyone who owns a home, condominium, or mobile estate needs a trust.

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

Attend this free event and learn:

• Why Nevada Trusts are ranked #1 out of 50 States!

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Informative & entertaining program with free gifts and prizes!

Please register at the Front Desk by May 14.

M onday, M ay 15, 11 a.m.

STROKE: IS YOUR BRAIN IN JEOPARDY?

Wednesday, May 17, 11 a.m.

Do you know the difference between a stroke and a heart attack? Did you know that stroke is the number five cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States? It is a fact that every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke; every 3.5 minutes someone dies of a stroke –impacting a total of 795,000 people a year

May is National Stoke Awareness Month. Join Josie Covel, BSN, RN, Coordinator of Centennial Hills Hospital's Neuro Cardiac Program, on May 17. Josie will inform you about the signs, symptoms and treatments for stroke with an interactive presentation. Put on your thinking caps and get ready to test your knowledge.

Please register at the Front Desk by May 15.

STRATEGIES TO MAXIMIZE INCOME IN YOUR GOLDEN YEARS

Friday, May 19, 11 a.m.

We are excited to invite you to our Lunch 'n' Learn where we will discuss strategies on how to make the most of your golden years by implementing retirement income distribution strategies. This event is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about ways to minimize taxation and enjoy their retirement income to the fullest.

Our expert speaker, Arturo Coste, will share his knowledge and experience to help you reduce your tax burden and increase your income during retirement. You'll learn about the latest tax laws and regulations, as well as practical tips and tricks that you can use to save money and maximize your income during your golden years.

So why wait? Sign up today and join us for this exciting event! We promise it will be simple, appealing, and interesting. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please register at the Front Desk by May 17.

Investment advisory services offered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a registered investment advisor BCM and Goodman Lifetime Wealth Strategies are independent of each other

AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS

Saturday, May 20, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Peter Velasco, an AARP volunteer instructor, will conduct an AARP Safe Driving Class for residents over age 50, May 20 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. The fee must be paid by check, payable to AARP, at the start of the class.

The class is approved by the State of Nevada DMV You will receive a certificate valid for three years and an insurance discount (the amount determined by your insurance.) The seminar is limited to 30 people.

Please register at the Front Desk by May 18.

SPRING LUNCHEON WITH CLARK COUNTY COMMISSIONER KIRKPATRICK

Monday, May 22, 11:30 a.m.

Come enjoy a spring lunch and celebrate the season with Clark County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick (District B). She will meet with residents of Sun City Aliante on Monday, May 22 at 11:30 a.m. in the Vista Room.

Following the meal, she will discuss legislative issues, especially those related to seniors and veterans. Join Commissioner Kirkpatrick and celebrate spring with your friends and neighbors. As always, she will provide a tasty meal for everyone. Please register at the Front Desk by May 19.

COME LEARN ABOUT ALL THE BENEFITS AAA CAN OFFER YOU

Tuesday, May 23, 11 a.m.

Join Tara Gray, Life Insurance Specialist, and Pauline Thomson, Auto / Home on May 23 to learn about the many benefits of being an AAA (American Automobile Association) member

• Life Insurance, including Term, Whole Life, and Universal Life Insurance, Final Expense

• Competitive Auto / Home rates

• Protect yourself with our military grade Smart Home alarm system

• Membership benefits with AAA

• Travel (maps, trip ticks, travel insurance, airline, cruises)

• DMV services / questions

And much more!!!

Enjoy lunch and meet the travel and insurance experts. Please register at the Front Desk by May 21.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER – FINANCIAL STRATEGIES FOR WOMEN

Wednesday, May 24, 11 a.m.

No matter the kinds of goals women have, generations they belong to, or personal situations they are in, women can reach these goals and achieve financial freedom. Some steps to get there are tried and true strategies that can help keep budgets and bills in shape. Others depend on sticking to plans and staying accountable.

Join Greg Adams, a Financial Advisor for Ameriprise Financial, and you will learn about four financial considerations for women - and strategies to address them.

• Income Gap

• Longer Lifespan

• Multiple Roles & Responsibility

• Changes that Impact Finances

Please register at the Front Desk by May 22.

SNACK ‘N’

LEARN

AN ADVENTURE WITH NEVADA WILDLIFE

Thursday, M ay 25, 10 a.m.

Do you love to hike and explore the great outdoors? Are you interested in learning which species of wildlife are thriving in our state?

Join Claire Clarke, Urban Wildlife Education Coordinator for the Nevada Department of Wildlife, to learn how you can live with and enjoy wildlife. Find out what to do if you see a baby bird on the ground, and what to look out for as parent birds become more territorial. Learn how to deter a coyote or discourage wildlife from making your home their own. Join Claire on May 25 for an adventure in Nevada wildlife! Please register at the Front Desk by May 23.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT “GOING SOLAR”

Friday, May 26, 11 a.m.

Join Jorge Saal of ROBCO Electric on May 26 and get the facts you need to make an educated decision about going solar You will learn:

How solar works with the “Grid” - The bidirectional meter measures your energy usage, and excess energy goes back to the “Grid” and gets credited to your account at 75% of the retail price.

Get a smaller bill with Net Metering - With net metering, NV Energy credits your power bill for the excess energy produced. What you send back wipes out what you use at 100% - a 1-for-1 ratio. Any extra production for the month is banked at 75% of the retail price. You'll use that credit to pay for any power you need from the grid, at night or during the summer

The Federal solar tax credit -The largest, non-income limited tax credit you can get. It's not a deduction. Credits reduce how much you owe in taxes. As of August 2022, the credit is 30% of the cost of your system. You can carry over unused credit to future tax years. He will also discuss what “going solar” should cost and ways to finance it.

Please register at the Front Desk by May 24.

LEARN ABOUT THE FIRST 5-STAR RATED MEDICARE PLAN IN CLARK COUNTY

Tuesday, May 30, 11 a.m. .

Did you know Medicare and CMS rate Medicare Advantage Plans every year? Medicare uses information from member satisfaction surveys, plans, and health care providers to give overall performance star ratings to plans. A plan can get a rating between 1 and 5 stars. A 5-star rating is considered excellent. These ratings help you compare plans based on quality and performance. Medicare updates these ratings each fall for the following year. These ratings can change each year.

Join Andrea and Brandon Scott on May 30 to hear about the first 5Star rated plan in Clark Country, Nevada. They will outline how you can use the 5-star Special Enrollment Period to switch from your current Medicare plan to a Medicare plan with a “5-star” quality rating.

Please register at the Front Desk by May 28.

TAX REDUCTION STRATEGIES FOR RETIREES

Wednesday, May 31, 11 a.m.

Join the advisors from Goodman Lifetime Wealth Strategies to discover the tax planning techniques specifically tailored for retirees, designed to optimize your retirement income while minimizing tax burdens.

During this presentation, you will learn:

• How to effectively manage your overall lifetime tax exposure, as well as that of your heirs

• The top tax saving opportunities that we commonly see overlooked

• Common tax minimization strategies between the ages of 59 ½ and 73

Please register at the Front Desk by May 29.

Investment Advisory Services are offered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a Registered Investment Advisor Insurance and annuity products are provided separately through Adam Goodman

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MUSIC BINGO - VISTA ROOM - MARCH 17, 2023

CONFESSIONS OF A SHOWGIRL - MAREN WADE & KEITH THOMPSON- VISTA ROOM - MARCH 31, 2023

HIGHLIGHTS

EARL TURNER CONCERT - THE SMITH CENTER - APRIL 12, 2023

EARL TURNER CONCERT - THE SMITH CENTER - APRIL 12, 2023

HIGHLIGHTS

ALFIE BOE CONCERT - WESTGATE LAS VEGAS - APRIL 8, 2023

STEVIE NICKS CONCERT - T-MOBILE ARENA - MARCH 18, 2023

NEVADA TEST SITE TOUR - MERCURY, NEVADA - APRIL 3, 2023

Friday June 2, 2023

COMING ATTRACTIONS

display arts or crafts. The general public is invited to attend free of charge to enjoy the fun, shop and get some great gift ideas for the upcoming holidays.

This event, designed to showcase handmade artistic items, promises to be a fantastic shopping experience… offering all those specialty items you love. Many Sun City Aliante residents and representatives from the Clark County Artisan's Guild, the Beader's Guild and many more groups are expected to participate in this popular event.

Shop for such items as artwork, baskets, ceramics, pottery, fused glass items, quilted and knitted items, sewing crafts, beading, j

Saturday, May 6, 2023

Sun City Aliante Community Center

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The Sun City Aliante Spring Arts & Crafts Show will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The show, featuring hand-crafted items, will be held in the Sun City Aliante Community Center

Admission is free for residents and guests who have not signed up to

products, greeting cards, silk scarves and much

The Sun City Aliante Seniors with Warm Hearts will sponsor a raffle to benefit S.A.F.E. House, a charity for at-risk children and their mothers. Every vendor is required to donate a hand-made craft item for each day's raffle to benefit the charity

For more information, please contact Elaine Goddard or Lori Daniels at 702-638-5000.

ALIANTE CLASSY CHEFS

CLUB DIAL

Do you want to learn how to Line Dance or learn new dances? Come join Club Dial. Members teach Line Dancing for Beginners on Saturday mornings from 10 to 10:30 am. There is an Intermediate class on Monday from 6 to 7 p.m., and Advanced classes are held on Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. So, come and join the members of CLUB DIAL for dancing, exercise and fun.

Aliante Classy Chefs held their last meeting on April 4, celebrating Easter & Spring dinner themes. The Decorating Committee did their usual beautiful job with the table setting. The cooks responsible for the menu “fixins” were Freda Porter-Katz - Ham and also Deviled Eggs, Amy Redd - Potato salad, Jackie - lettuce salad & dressing, Diane Lazarus - Glazed carrots, Hjordy Wagner - Fruit Salsa & Cinnamon Chips, Lou KubeldisAmbrosia, and Cynthia Valkenburg - Orange Punch.

The club usually meets on the first Tuesday of the month. The May meeting will be held Tuesday, May 2 at 9:30 a.m. in the Vista Room. The theme will be Cinco de Mayo and includes Empanadas, Quesadillas, Black Beans, Turkey Enchiladas and Churros! Ole! For club information, call Sylvia Ross at 714-313-4046 or email sylviaross1954@icloud.com.

BOOK CLUB

The Book Club selection for May is The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb. Join us for a discussion at the Community Center at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2023. For a list of upcoming book s e l e c t i o n s , p l e a s e v i s i t t h e i r w e b s i t e a t www.scaliante.com. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.

CERAMICS

Did you know that The Ceramics Club is a great way to meet your neighbors in Sun City Aliante while having a good time being creative? No experience is needed. As one person said, "Don't wait for the world to recognize your greatness, live it and let the world catch up to you." It doesn't matter if you have never participated in ceramics or if you want to revisit a fun hobby that you used to enjoy. Our knowledgeable instructors and friendly members are available to help. Come to Craft room #3 Wednesday or Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. New members are always welcome. Please visit the Ceramics tables at the Arts & Crafts Show on May 6. For more information, please contact, Marla Chaffin at 503-975-5349 or Lynne Hartig at 702-885-5011.

Club DIAL is hosting a Hawaiian Dance Social on Saturday, May 20 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Vista Room. As always, it is fun to dress according to the theme of the dance social. This social is free to all residents and guests (guests pay a $5.00 fee). Everyone is invited, and you do not have to belong to Club DIAL. Everyone must sign in at the Front Desk. You are welcome to bring your own refreshments, however; absolutely no alcoholic beverages are allowed.

A "Ladies Dance Group" will perform during the event. So, come enjoy dancing, socializing, meet some new people, and have some fun.

FORGET-ME -KNOTS

The members of this group are ready to greet you with a warm welcome and teach you to knit or crochet if you don't already know how. They have plenty of supplies to get you started.

The group meets from 1-4 p.m. every Monday. For more information, contact Collette Stickney at 702-373-2163 or Mady Shapiro at 702-399-5347.

Glass Crafters

Two of the Glass Crafter's talented glass artists had their pieces accepted and shown at the National Glass and Bead Show in Las Vegas in March 2023. Both pieces are just stunning. Chris Rohrer's stained glass took third place. Congratulations for this achievement!

Mountain Bonsai by Broken Hearts by Simms Teramoto Chris Rohrer

LGBT + SOCIAL GROUP

The LGBT+ Social Group at Sun City Aliante formed as another representation of t h i s w e l c o m i n g , d i v e r s e , and inclusive community The monthly group meeting is a safe space where news and stories about our lives and interests are shared and plans for future activities are made.

In addition to the monthly gathering, the group plans activities and events outside of the Community Center In April, the group toured the LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada as well as experienced Pride Family Bingo at the CSN Charleston Campus. The group is excited about their plans for the rest of 2023. Plans include fun activities and events, community service projects, and opportunities to connect to others and the Aliante community at large. In October, watch for more information on the LGBT+ hosted Sun City Aliante Community Halloween Karaoke event, currently being planned.

If you are looking for a place to share with other LGBT folks, please come visit our monthly meeting at the Community Center on the 2nd Wednesday, 6 p.m., or join us at one of our activities or events. For more information about our group or upcoming events, please contact Dan Lies at SCAlianteLGBT@gmail.com or 602-799-1304.

SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS

Seniors with Warm Hearts would like to send out a big “THANK YOU” to everyone in the community who recently supported their Annual Food Drive which wrapped up on April 19. Helping Hands of Vegas Valley, Serving Our Kids Foundation and Street Teens were truly appreciative of all the donations the group collected.

On Saturday, May 6, take a moment to stop by the Senior with Warm Hearts raffle table at the Spring Arts & Crafts Show in the Sun City Aliante Community Center between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Purchase some tickets, and with any luck win

one of the great prizes the g r o u p w i l l o ff e r, a n d h e l p members with future projects for SAFE House and other charities in the Valley

Their next meeting will be on Thursday, June 15 at 11 a.m. when they will have a guest speaker from the Nevada SPCA. New members are always welcome. For more information about the organizations they support or about joining their group, contact Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289 or Karen Nutto at 201-7879391.

SONGSTERS

The Aliante Songsters, a group of 40 talented singers and musicians, presented their Spring Concert on April 21 and 22 to sold out audiences. The concert theme was "Music In My Life" and was skillfully directed by Lorraine Zanello. The music performed was uplifting, familiar and heartfelt with the choir s i n g i n g s w e e t h a r m o n i e s T h e r e w e r e d u e t , t r i o , q u a r t e t a n d s e x t e t performances which added a nice variety to the concert line up. The concert was a huge success because of the many hours of hard work put in by the director and members of Songsters for three months prior to the concert. Bravo Songsters!

This was Jane Mehta's last concert. Jane has been accompanying and performing with the Songsters for 13 years. She will be greatly missed. The Songsters say, “Thank you, Jane, for all your time and talents you have shared with us and the enjoyment you have brought to the Aliante community.”

The Sun City Songsters choir is searching for a piano accompanist for the 2023 Winter Concert. The accompanist would play for choir rehearsals from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. starting in September through the first week of December Six weeks before the concert, the choir will also rehearse on Tuesday afternoons. An experienced page turner will be available to help. The choir will learn approximately 9 to 10 songs. A smaller group will need piano accompaniment for one or two songs. Text or call Holly Strasser if you want more details at hollystrasser23@gmail.com or 702-305-1768.

The Songsters next concert will be in December Rehearsals will start early in September. If you are interested in joining their choir as a singer or musician please contact Director Holly Strasser at hollystrasser23@gmail.com and 702305-1768 or Director Lorraine Zanello at lcompozr@aol.com and 702-4609583.

TECHNOLOGY CLUB

T E C H N O L O G Y C L U B

D I S C U S S E S H O M E

INTERNET SERVICE

On Thursday, May 4, the Technology Club will discuss some alternative home internet options. After years of having to choose between only Cox and CenturyLink, residents now have two additional choices at much lower prices: T-Mobile Wireless Internet and Verizon Wireless internet.

Assuming the service is available in your area, the cost savings and the technical performance compares very favorably to Cox and CenturyLink The discussion will include current experience with the new internet services. Residents are encouraged to research and compare these services with their current internet service provider

Please also mark your calendar for the meeting on Thursday June 1, when the topic will be an update to the very popular topic “Alternatives to Cable TV (Cutting the Cord).”

UKULELE STRUMMERS

Happy May from the Sun City Aliante Ukulele Strummers! Summer is almost here! It is the perfect time of year to stay inside and play ukulele. The Ukulele Strummers are having a great time every Sunday afternoon playing our favorite tunes. We hope you can come and join us!

Ukulele classes are offered as follows:

• Beginning Ukulele: Sundays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. – For beginning ukulele players who know the basic 5 chords.

• Advanced Ukulele: Sundays,1:30-2:30 pm. – For intermediate players who have attended ukulele classes and know 10 or more basic chords.

• Fundamentals of Ukulele: Call to schedule an appointment. For students who have never played ukulele.

We use Pete McCarty's August 2023 free book of 450 songs for most of our music. If you are interested in joining us please stop by a class or give me a call.

Happy Strumming!

Kevin Smith, 916-847-7422

VETERAN'S AUXILIARY VETERAN'S CLUB

Hello Everyone,

It is so nice to see our warm weather returning. Start making those vacation plans! The club started off the warm weather with a newly elected Executive Board. Congratulations to Marc Hollander – Chair; Jeff Boyers – Vice Chair; and Mary Coats – Treasurer. The club is committed to supporting and assisting our newly elected officers.

The Veterans Club is hosting a BBQ Lunch on Saturday, May 13, in the Vista Room from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come and join us for hamburgers and hot dogs with all the fixings for only $12. There will be a Veterans Auxiliary Opportunity Table and a 50/50 drawing. If you would like to volunteer to help that day, please check the Sign-up Genius. You can purchase a lunch ticket on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Community Center starting April 11.

On Thursday, May 18, we will host a “Visiting With Vets” event in the Vista Room from 8 to 10 a.m. Come out and join us in getting to know each other and enjoy coffee and breakfast pastries.

Military Celebrations this month

May – National Military Appreciation Month

May 1 – Silver Star Service Banner Day

May 8 – VE Day

May 12 – Military Spouse Appreciation Day

May 20 – Armed Forces Day

MAY 29 – Memorial Day

If anyone is interested in purchasing a brick for a loved one to be placed at the Veteran's Monument, contact Sy Nielson at 702-234-9183. Our next meeting will be Tuesday, May 16, in the Vista Room at 6 p.m. Please come and join us!

Marc Hollander

The Veteran's Auxiliary meeting in March hosted Adam Harvison of Harvison House as guest speaker Adam's organization refurbishes donated furniture and places it in needy Veteran homes. Please consider this option for used items when replacing furniture in your home!

After the regular meetings, Blanket workshops are now being held for the VA patient lap blanket project. Collection is ongoing for snacks and personal items for the Military Appreciation Month project to support the young airmen in the Nellis/Creech dorms. The Auxiliary also discussed the Opportunity Table and Spring BBQ with the Veterans Club now scheduled for May 13. See flyer on this page for details.

The last meeting of the Auxiliary before summer break will be held on May 16 in the Vista Room at 9 a.m. For further information, please email Julie Tomlin

hwizwag@gmail.com and 715-529-9728.

MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH

Veterans Auxiliary Collecting “Appreciation Bags”

May is Military Appreciation Month, and the Sun City Aliante Veterans Auxiliary will again honor active military in the Nellis/Creech dorms. This event supports lower ranked troops, who sometimes struggle financially Additionally, younger airmen may be far from home for the first time. To boost morale and help supply personal necessities, the Auxiliary will collect items to make “Appreciation Bags.” There will be a Donation Box, posted in the hall outside of the library, for contributions until May 17.

The following is a list of items needed to fill the Appreciation Bags (snack items are especially in demand):

Chair,

Veterans

Club of Sun City Aliante mhollander007@gmail.com or 818-915-1509

P r o t e i n b a r s , j e r k y, n u t s ( s n a c k s i z e packages) drink packets (to add to water bottles), socks, T-shirts, deodorant, body wash, shampoo, conditioner (female staff), hair gel, toothpaste/brush, washcloths, t o w e l s , n a i l c l i p p e r s , s u n s c r e e n , h a n d sanitizer, wipes (baby wipes, hand wipes).

The bags will be delivered to the Nellis Area Spouses Club leader, Andreia Kelley, for distribution on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 20. Your support is greatly appreciated. Please contact Julie Tomlin (208) 320-8115 or Hjordy Wagner (715) 529-9728 with any questions or if you need a pickup for donations.

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Medicare

Nept ne Societ

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Pest Control Inc.

Realt One Gro p

Red Rock Garage Door

Ron Walton Ins rance

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Sigma Companies

Signat re Real Estate

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Solara Senior Center/L mina

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Steam Bros. – Hand man Ser ices

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CHARTERED CLUBS

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

Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays, 1 - 4 p.m. Contact Pat Mellor at 702-633-7671 and pmellor1230@yahoo.com

Aliante's Classy Chefs. Meets 1st Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. in the SCAL Kitchen. Contact Sylvia Ross at 714-3134046 and sylviaross1954@icloud.com

American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 914456-9690 and owllady43@gmail.com.

Art Club. Meets Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Contact K aren Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Peggy Totino at 702-217-5973 or ptotino2@gmail.com.

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

Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday, 5:30 - 8:45 p.m. Contact Cathy Pierce at 209-595-0833 and cnitro3@fire2wire.com or Robin Sharp at 303-6412107 and dalerobin2@aol.com.

Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m.2 p.m. Contact Marla Chaffin at 503-975-5249 and jewelr ygirlmarla@gmail.com or Lynne Har tig at 702885-5011.

Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets Thursdays, 6 p.m. Contact Mar y Jane and Charles D'Agati at 201-3211691 or mjdagati@aol.com.

Cornhole Meets Tuesdays, 11 a.m. Contact Rebecca Anderson at 702-271-1014 and rsa2373@gmail.com

Club DIAL (Dance in a Line). Saturdays - Beginners, 10 a.m.; Advanced - 10:30 a.m. MondaysIntermediates 6 p.m.; Wednesdays - Practice - 6 p.m. Contact Mar yann Gorsk i at 702-642-3212 and mtg815@cox.net.

8Ballers Billiards. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon. Contact Vic Anderson at 321557-5437 and victorandersonsr@gmail.com.

Euchre. Meets Mondays, 1 p.m. Contact Cher yl Gustin at 319-415-0471 and gusto32742@yahoo.com.

Forget-Me -Knots. Knitting, needlework , crochet, jewelr y. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com.

Glass Crafters. Meets Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 and cpigs@aol.com, or Chris Rohrer at crohrer1956@icloud.com.

HK & F (Hand, Knee & Foot) ) Meets Thursdays, 1–4 p.m. Contact Terri Petrie at 630-333-7095 and Mar y K aufmann at 702-308-4018.

Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays, 1- 4 p.m. Contact Carol jones at 661-466-3478 and carolannejones1956@gmail.com

Mahjong. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact Judy Stanford at 702-378-6551

Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets Fridays, 1p.m. Contact Alanna Tiehes at 951-313-1349 and tiehes1991@gmail.com or Carol Jones at 661-4663478 and carolannejones1956@gmail.com.

Pan. Meets on Mondays at 5:45 p.m. and Fridays at noon. Contact Renée Snodgrass at 818-807-3369 or 702-458-0013 or reneesnodgrass@cox.net.

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

Pickleball Club play is Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 7 or 8 a.m. (Seasonal hours) Beginner Classes - Mon. 12 p.m. & Wed. 1 p.m. Contact Sarah Smith at 702-635-4629 and jcsasmith1375@cox.net.

Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. & Sundays 4-6:45 p.m. Contact Renee Swanson at 702-773-2283 and reneedswanson@hotmail.com.

Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays, 4:15 p.m. Contact Vicky Inger tson at 951-219-9549 and pokerpres@gmail.com or Dan Schaller at 520-2334222 and danielgschaller@gmail.com

Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9-11a.m. Contact Connie Munson at 612-810-9439 and conmun45@gmail.com.

Solos. Social group for singles. Contact Jane Meisch at 254-702-1936 and jtmeisch@yahoo.com. or Jo Cox at 702-646-3467 and xnnaj@aol.com

Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets Thursdays, 3:30 –5:30 p.m. Contact Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583 and lcompozr@aol.com or Holly Strasser at 702-3051768 and hollystrasser23@gmail.com.

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

Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young at 702-6491176 and jaxlady@hotmail.com.

Table Tennis. Meets Monday-Friday, 8:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday - open play. Contact Ed Ernest at 269-5910759 and eeernest@yahoo.com. or Gabe Hamidian at 702-518-7580 and miniplaza@gmail.com.

Technology Club. Meets 1st Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Contact Wayne Headrick at 725-227-3441 and wayne.headrick@gmail.com.

Tennis. Meets Tues., Thurs., Sat. mornings for Open Play. Star ts 8 a.m. Mon-Sat. Weather may affect star t times. Contact Larr y Rothstein at 760-831-5532 and lilandlar@aol.com.

Ukulele Strummers. Meets Sundays at noon. Contact Kevin Smith at 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com.

Veteran’s of Sun City. Meets 3rd Tuesday, 6 p.m. Contact Marc Hollander at 818-915-1509 and mhollander007@gmail.com

Veteran’s Auxiliar y of Sun City Aliante. Meets the 3rd Tuesday, 9 a.m. Contact Hjordy Wagner at 715529-9728 and hwiz wag@gmail.com or Julie Tomlin at 208-320-8115 8115 and jtomlim55@msn.com

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

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

Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group. Contact Chris DeLude at 702-655-3314 or Ana Marie Kilroy at 702482-3034 and anak ilroy@gmail.com.

Aloha Hawaii. Contact Ken "Pineapple" K apono at 951-214-9849 and pinegerri@yahoo.com.

Bowling. Meets Thursdays at noon at Sunset Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray Wong at 702-646-9664 and coach9664@yahoo.com.

Havarah. Meets to socialize & celebrate Jewish holidays. Contact Mady Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com or scahavarah@gmail.com.

Ladies' Golf. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf Course. Text Contact Denise Doud at 951-403-0942.

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

Minnesota Nice Group. Meets monthly. Contact Obbie Har vieux at 651-735-9111 9111 and Mar y Jo Jerome at mjjerome70@outlook.com.

Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday, 4-5 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-530-5119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com.

Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with limited home needs & medical equipment. Hot line -702-9813149. Chris Rohrer

Seniors with Warm Hear ts. Helps disadvantaged children and teens and other non-profit organizations. Contact K aren Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289.