The November 2023 Edition of the Breeze Magazine by Sun City Aliante

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November 2023

Happy Thanksgiving

FUN FACTS- HEY! WHAT'S UP? MUST SEMINAR ON SOLAR & POOLS – GET THE FACTS HIGHLIGHTS OF SPECIAL EVENTS FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW – VISTA ROOM – COMMUNITY CENTER FREE SHREDDING – SUN CITY ALIANTE PARKING LOT THE ICONIC ROD STEWART – CAESARS PALACE

CHRISTMAS AT MY PLACE WITH JERSEY BOYS' SENSATION TRAVIS CLOER – SUNCOAST STANLEY CUP CHAMPS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS. SAN JOSE SHARKS – T-MOBILE ARENA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING – VISTA ROOM – COMMUNITY CENTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS HANUKKAH CELEBRATION – VISTA ROOM – COMMUNITY CENTER TOUR THE BELLAGIO CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS GLITTERING LIGHTS LAS VEGAS – LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY TOP 10 HOLIDAY TRAVEL TRIPS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Edition 242

November 2023

Happy Thanksgiving

CHRISTMAS AT MY PLACE WITH JERSEY BOYS' SENSATION TRAVIS CLOVER – SUNCOAST STANLEY CUP CHAMPS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS. SAN JOSE SHARKS – T-MOBILE ARENA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING – VISTA ROOM – COMMUNITY CENTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS HANKKAH CELEBRATION – VISTA ROOM – COMMUNITY CENTER TOUR THE BELLAGIO CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS GLITERING LIGHTS LAS VEGAS – LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY TOP 10 HOLIDAY TRAVEL TRIPS

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President’s Message, Warren Geller, President, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors.

GENERAL MANAGER'S MESSAGE

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

Damian Carrasco, General Manager Sun City Aliante.

COUNCILMAN RICHARD CHERCHIO'S MESSAGE NLV Councilman Ward 4.

SEMINAR – MUST SEMINAR IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SOLAR OR A POOL. Get the facts from the NV State Board of Contractors.

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SPECIAL EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

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MOVIE NIGHT -

JULES - A quiet man's life gets is upended when a UFO crashes in his backyard and the government closes in. Starring Ben Kingsley and Jane Curtin.

CHRISTMAS AT MY PLACE – JERSEY BOYS STAR TRAVIS CLOER - SUNCOAST

STANLEY CUP CHAMPS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS SAN JOSE SHARKS – T-MOBILE ARENA

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY – VISTA ROOMCOMMUNIITY CENTER

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS HANUKKAH CELEBRATION – VISTA ROOM – COMMUNITY CENTER.

TOUR THE BELLAGIO CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

GLITTERING LIGHTS LAS VEGAS – RIDE ON THE SANTA TRAM – LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY

FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW – VISTA ROOM – COMMUNITY CENTER

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – FLAG RETIREMENT SERVICE & CEREMONY

ADVERTISER INDEX

FROM THE PRESIDENT

BOARD MEMBER'S MESSAGE

NOVEMBER 2023

FROM THE PRESIDENT

NOVEMBER 2023 Sun City Aliante Community Association 7394 Aliante Parkway N. Las Vegas, Nevada 89084 www.suncityaliante.org

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

Community Center

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

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Hello Friends,

First Service Residential

I am very often asked what are we going to do about speeders inside our HOA? This is an ongoing concern that dates back to when I was ﬁrst elected to your Board over 11 years ago.

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

Your Board has looked at various techniques to address speeding such as, city provided radar detectors, pleading for speed enforcement by the North Las Vegas police, and installing speed bumps. The city determined that the data from their radar detectors showed we really don't have a speeding problem (data showed average speed of around 30 mph over a 3 month period of time.)

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

Lifestyle Director

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

Lifestyle Department Oﬃce Manager

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

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

Facilities Manager

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

Board of Directors

Warren Geller, President Mark Smith, Vice President Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Secretary Nancy Prince, Treasurer Ed Ernest, Director Debbie Matthews, Director Mark Towers, Director

Aliante Master Association Info 702-638-7770

My experience does not jive with those numbers, but my perception can't convince the city that we have a speeding problem. I would argue 30 mph is enough over the posted speed limit to be speeding. The city has nixed speed bumps as they tell me that speed bumps slow down emergency vehicles. The North Las Vegas police tell me they have very limited resources, and these are needed to patrol much higher crime areas. With repeated calls to have more patrols, the police respond but it is for a very limited amount of time. I have no answers on how to force drivers to slow down to the posted speed limit. There is no quick or prolonged approach; however, the solution rests with the drivers taking personal responsibility and slowing down to appropriate speed limits. Far and away, the majority of auto traﬃc is from people who reside here. Any action taken by police or having the city get involved in a solution, will only be a temporary change in behavior which will revert back to drivers normal driving habits. We cannot legislate good behavior. I decided to drive the entire length of Broadwing which becomes Widewing. I drove at the speed limit (25 mph) and repeated the journey at 30 mph (5 mph over the speed limit). At the speed limit, it took a total of 3 minutes and 30 seconds, while traversing the same route at 5 mph over the speed limit took 2 minutes and 55 seconds. I ask you, are 35 seconds worth speeding and potentially risking injury to yourself and others? I will close by wishing you a very joyous, safe and healthy Thanksgiving. We have so much to be thankful for and it doesn't hurt to recognize our blessings. Respectfully submitted, Warren M. Geller President, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

e Breeze Publisher & Editor

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

Managing Editor Debbie Kent

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NOVEMBER 2023

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, November 8, 2023 Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Wednesday, January 9, 2024

TIME 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.

BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE Wednesday, November 8, 2023 Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Wednesday, January 9, 2024

9:15 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 6:15 p.m.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

VOLUNTEERS IN POLICE SERVICES CITIZEN'S PATROL (VIPS) PROGRAM

Mark Towers

Are you interested in volunteering with the City of North Las Vegas? You may want to consider working with the North Las Vegas Police Service's Citizen's Patrol. According to the International Association of Chiefs website (theiacp.org/VIPS) the organization was founded in 2001, after the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks, to help coordinate volunteer activities to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to emergencies.

The North Las Vegas VIPS Program was founded in 2010 by Ward 4 Councilman Richard Cherchio as part of his efforts to create a visual deterrent to crime. VIPS serves as a gateway to resources and information for and about law enforcement volunteer programs. Funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice, VIPS is managed and implemented by the International Association of Chiefs of Police. As part of the Police Department, the Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) program supports police officers with road closures, accident investigations, and city events. It provides an opportunity to serve in public safety. You will receive specialized training in patrolling, policies, procedures, and duty shifts. I particularly enjoyed the camaraderie with fellow members, police officers, and the public at the monthly organizational meeting. After your training, you are mentored through your shift. A typical shift starts with updates, drawing a radio, vehicle, and checking in to dispatch. No two shifts are exactly the same. While patrolling and monitoring your radio, you may aid a traffic officer with a traffic accident or an investigation. There were also calls for traffic control at Craig Ranch Regional Park and city events for children on Halloween or Christmas. For more information, please contact the VIPS Coordinator Manager Julie Walker at walkerjmcityofnorthlasvegas.com or phone or text 702-6331739.

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.

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You can also visit the City of North Las Vegas Police Department website or the Northwest Area Command on 3755 Washburn Road, North Las Vegas 89031. Respectfully submitted, Mark Towers Director, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

Don't Forget to Turn Your Clocks Back on November 5

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 5. Don't forget to turn back your clocks one hour. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep that makes up for the one lost last spring! The spring and fall clock changes continue a long tradition started by Benjamin Franklin to conserve energy.

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GENERAL MANAGER BECOME A COMMITTEE MEMBER – HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE Dear Residents, We need you! Become a volunteer member of one of the Sun City Aliante Committees and get involved in making the decisions, in coordination with Management and the Board of Directors, that directly affect you. Everyone loves new friends! Being a part of a team with a common goal will help you form bonds that can be lifechanging. Volunteering inherently means helping people, and that means you'll be creating meaningful relationships with others and increasing your social interactions. One thought to consider is what are your interests and passions? I would suggest putting your time and talents toward a Committee you would enjoy. We have several openings; I am sure you will find one that grabs your attention and offers you a challenge. Most Committees meet once monthly; so, you do not have to make an extensive commitment of time. Committees have helped to play an important role in Sun City Aliante being named the Best Large HOA Community in Southern Nevada for the past four out of five years (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022). Here is a brief description of the Sun City Aliante Committees' responsibilities: Architectural Review Committee – Two openings The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) protects and enriches the quality of the physical environment in the community based on Sun City Aliante CC&Rs and Community Design Guidelines. The ARC reviews site and home exterior change requests to ensure they comply with the Covenants and Community Standards in terms of aesthetics and quality. This includes any change to a house or property that is visible to the public or surrounding neighbors. Communications Committee – Two openings The Communications Committee advises and assists in the development and maintenance of the community website, health fairs, and Advertiser's Meet 'n' Greets and conducts training seminars for residents to augment their use of the website. The Committee also advises and assists the Editor of The Breeze. In addition, when requested by the Board of Directors, the Committee reviews and provides advice to the Board on ways to enhance communications with residents of the community. Covenants Committee The responsibility of the Covenants Committee is to ensure that all our residents are complying with HOA guidelines and other governing documents. The Committee is empowered to hold hearings when there is an allegation that someone is not in compliance with our governing documents and can impose various penalties if, after a hearing, the resident is found to be in violation.

Election Committee The Election Committee oversees the election of the Board of Directors, ensuring the election is carried out in compliance with governing documents. This includes verification of candidate eligibility; organization of candidate forums; oversight of the election mailing; preparation of campaign guidelines; oversight of the ballot counting and certification of the election results. (The Committee meets from December through May). Finance Committee- Two openings The Finance Committee ensures the Association's finances and budgets are secure and in compliance with state and federal laws. Also, they make investment decisions while making sure all funds are FDIC-insured. Lifestyle Committee The Lifestyle Committee assists the Lifestyle Director in overseeing the activities of Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups. When requested by the Board of Directors, the Committee may also review and provide advice on policies, rules, and guidelines involving residents and guest usage of the Association's facilities. Patrol Committee – One opening The Patrol Committee creates, organizes, and oversees the Patrol, which is responsible for observing, identifying, and reporting to the Committee the events and activities within Sun City Aliante that may affect the owners, residents, and guests in the community. Property and Grounds Committee The Property and Grounds Committee is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all the Common Areas, including the Community Center. Members work closely with our landscaping company and Management and give recommendations to the Board on remodeling, enhancement, and replacement of items in the Common Areas. How to Become a Committee Member If you are interested in joining one of these Committees, you can pick up a “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” at the Front Desk, in the Customer Service Coordinator's office, or print one off the website (www.suncityaliante.org). On the website at the top of the Home Page, you will find the heading “Documents.” Click on the arrow and select “Commonly Used Forms.” Then select Committee Interest Application. Please fill out the form and return it to the Front Desk. And it is not all work, we also celebrate the accomplishments of teamwork. It is nice to be recognized for volunteering your time and talents. To that end, the Board of Directors is hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on November 1 as a special “Thank You” to all Committee volunteers and their spouses. If you are a member of one of our seven committees, I hope you made plans to attend. I invite you to consider joining one of these amazing committees and bringing your experience and passion to help us maintain this community as one of the best in Nevada. Volunteering your time and talents is one of the most powerful ways to make a difference, to help others, and to enhance your community and its property values. Damian Carrasco General Manager, Sun City Aliante

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HEY! WHAT'S UP? By Nancy Prince

The word UP and how frequently we use it can sometimes be confusing and even funny. With acknowledgement to author Frank S. Endicott, I took a look into how this tiny word is ever present in our daily lives. I looked UP the word in my dictionary app and found 91 deﬁnitions. Here are a few examples I came UP with:

secretary to write UP a report?

At its basic level UP means something in a higher position, as in toward the sky or toward the top of a list. But why do we wake UP in the morning? At a meeting, why does a topic come UP? And why are participants said to speak UP? Why are candidates UP for election? And why is it UP to the

BOARD MEETING SUMMARY

This little word is really not needed, but we use it anyway. We straighten UP a room, light UP a cigar, lock UP the house and fix UP the car. Other times, it can have a special meaning. People stir UP trouble, line UP for tickets, work UP an appetite, think UP excuses and get tied UP in traffic. I admit that to be dressed is one thing, but to be dressed UP is completely different. This may sound confusing, but a drain needs to be opened UP because it is clogged UP. Do you keep UP with the latest news and current events? Have you ever had a lost item turn UP? I know I try to pay UP all my debts, but when I add UP a column of numbers, it makes me wonder why I read down the column. However, I do always try to finish UP tasks that I start. When walking through Sun City Aliante, I often go UP the street, perhaps looking for a torn-UP road. Most of the cars I see passing me usually can hold UP to five passengers. We seem to be all mixed UP about UP. But I hope reading this little article will cheer you UP or at least brighten UP your day. But I'll leave that UP to you because this has already taken UP too much of my time!

Sun City Aliante Board Meeting Summary

Please read below for a summary of the October 11, 2023 Board of Directors Meeting: Unﬁnished Business: NONE New Business: A. Board approved the Letter of Representation from Hilburn & Lein, CPAs, Annual Audit Year Ending June 30, 2023. B. Board approved the Lifestyle Committee's recommendation to appoint Cheryl Williams to the Committee. C. Board approved the Lifestyle Committee's recommendation to appoint Larry Cory to the Committee. D. Board approved the Lifestyle Committee's recommendation to approve the 9th Island Jammers Club as a Chartered Club. E. Board did not approve the Lifestyle Committee's recommendation to purchase an 8Ballers Billiards Club TV and Wall Mount. F. Board approved the Quadient Postage Machine's contract for $183.90 per month for 63 months.

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G. Board did not approve the recommendation for additional exterior holiday lighting.

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

LIFESTYLE NEWS

COMMUNITY STANDARDS

Dear Residents,

Hello, Sun City Aliante Residents!

POSITIVE VIBES Coming oﬀ events such as the Fall Fling, New Resident Welcome, and Kool & the Gang, the energy and vibe of the Sun City Aliante Community is booming! Excellent turn-outs at these events exhibited signiﬁcant participation by residents committed to remaining active and enriching their lives.

The holidays are oﬃcially here – obviously because watching football games with family and friends signals this. Well, maybe for me and some of our staﬀ who love our teams. I am a San Francisco 49er fan as I grew up in the Bay Area for those of you who are curious. But who cares? It's all about college football anyway!

HEALTH & WELLNESS Leisure time provides residents the bonus of spending more time to stay in shape, and we are pleased to announce our newest ﬁtness instructor, Jody O'Connell. Jody is scheduled to start her Tai Chi Class on Tuesday November 7, 2023, at 8 a.m. In addition, we are in the process of adding other classes, such as Pilates. Stay tuned for more information…

For the rest of society, the plethora of holiday lights and décor is a clear indication of the holiday season in full swing. I personally love seeing the decorations and the excitement of showcasing some lights around the house; just please be careful putting them up on high places and the electric wiring. Holiday decorations are allowed, but please be respectful and tasteful. See the Design Guidelines for the appropriate time to display and to remove decorations.

The Community Center's “State of the Art” ﬁtness center oﬀers a variety of resources to keep residents in shape. Everyone feels better after a workout – your body (and your doctor) thank you! FUTURE EVENTS November: 1 – Volunteer Appreciation Dinner – Vista Room 6 – America's Got Talent Winner (twice) – Terry Fator – New York – New York Hotel & Casino 10 & 11 – Arts & Crafts Show – Community Center 14 – Free Shredding – 10 a.m. — 1 p.m. — Parking Lot 15 – Movie: Jules – Vista Room 18 – Rod Stewart – The Hits – Caesars Coliseum 19 & 20 – Volunteers needed for Holiday Decorations – Community Center (Please sign up at the Front Desk) December: 1 – Christmas Tree Lighting – Vista Room 4 – Travis Cloer – Christmas at My House – Suncoast Hotel & Casino 7 – Festival of Lights – Vista Room 10 – Vegas Golden Knights – T-Mobile Arena 14 – Glittering Lights Tram Ride – Las Vegas Speedway TIME OF THANKS In the spirt of “Thanks”, the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors will be honoring Committee Volunteers with an Appreciation Dinner on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. The Volunteers will be recognized for their time and contributions for making this community successful! Thank you to the Volunteer Committee Members for all that you do!

The Design Guidelines also have information on political signs that many of you have been calling me about. Yes, presidential political signs are allowed if the candidate has already filed for their presidential candidacy. If they lose in the primary election, these candidates' signs must be removed. If they move on, then the signs may be displayed until the end of the general election in November 2024. This Design Guidelines were revised and became effective in April 2022. I urge everybody to be civil and courteous. There is no place for vandalism or passive-aggressive behavior in our great community over political signs. Some of you may not be aware that we have an inspector(s) who checks the community for any violations every month, usually in the first two weeks of the month. This has been the norm for years, nothing has changed. This inspector drives their own personal vehicle with an insignia on both sides of the vehicle that reads, “FirstService Residential Community Ambassador.” Please do not stop them and ask questions. They are tasked to inspect 2,028 homes. Yes, they will be driving very slowly; this is because they are taking pictures. There is no cause for alarm or suspicion, especially as they have a sign on the vehicle. However, I do understand your hypervigilance toward unfamiliar vehicles. There are porch pirates that exist, after all. With the upcoming holidays, opportunists will be on the prowl. Having said that, ask a neighbor to look out for packages. This is a great excuse to say “Hello” and meet your neighbors. If you are not going to invite them over for Thanksgiving dinner, you might as well ask them to look out for a package and give them a pie as a “Thank You.” Okay, maybe a pie is exorbitant, give whatever you want – I give my neighbor a Starbucks card. Ha!

To our Veterans, our sincere appreciation for your patriotism and dedication to this country! You are the backbone of our freedom and we will forever thank you!

The Community Center will close at noon on Wednesday, November 22 and all day on Thursday, November 23 for the Thanksgiving Day holidays. The Center will reopen on Friday, November 24 for regular hours (6 a.m. - 9 p.m.). The Administration Oﬃces will close at noon on Wednesday, November 22 and all day on November 23 and 24.

In addition, thank you to the residents, Board of Directors, and FSR Team that make being here an incredible and memorable experience. We are so very fortunate to have created an environment of a vibrant and fulﬁlling lifestyle!

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

Happy Thanksgiving! Debbie Kent Lifestyle Director

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Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! Nelenie Hernandez Assistant Manager, Director of Compliance

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

NOVEMBER 2023

COUNCILMAN WARD 4 RICHARD CHERCHIO

Dear Residents, During the holiday season, especially, I feel thankful and grateful for my many blessings from family, friends, career and much more. According to Inner Challenge website at https://30dayschallenge.org/challenge/30day-gratitude-challenge/, gratitude is a vital part of the Buddhist philosophy; but in the West, we have to rediscover its enormous power. They suggest that having an attitude of gratitude will change your life and bring you more happiness, satisfaction, better health and greater resiliency. It sounds good to me! Why not try the following Gratitude Prompts for the next 30 days? Challenge Yourself To Develop an Attitude of Gratitude for 30 Days 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.

Start a Gratitude Journal. List 4 things you are grateful for. Name some foods you like to eat. Do something kind for yourself. Describe an accomplishment in your life. Think of people who make you happy and why you are grateful to them. Send a text to a friend thanking them. Give someone a compliment. If you have a positive experience, write a nice review. What skills are you thankful for? What do you love about your home? Describe a person(s) at work you enjoy working with. Look around at the universe and list what amazes you. What conveniences create joy in your life? Call a friend and catch up. Do a random act of kindness. Treat someone to lunch. Volunteer to do something you wouldn't normally do. Write about three good things to be thankful for. Send a gift to someone thanking them. Take a walk and enjoy the weather. List all the places you visited that you love. Email someone at work and thank them. What small thing happened today which made you happy? Think of someone who made a positive impact on your life. Give someone a gift or donate some money and reﬂect. Challenge yourself to notice when your are grateful. Thank anyone who has made an impact on your life. Go on a walk and take a photo of anything for which you are grateful. Describe how this 30 Day journey made you feel.

Speaking of Gratitude… My heartfelt thanks to the Lisa Hammel and Rich Boman of our local Smith's Pharmacy for setting up Immunization Clinics on September 30 and October 19. Also, thank you to Sun City Aliante residents Toni Stuart and Laurie Hollander for volunteering to assist the Smith's team. Congratulations to all for such a well-executed event. Finally, thank you to the Communications Committee for hosting the October 26 Advertiser's Meet 'n' Greet and making it such a successful event. Happy Thanksgiving! Trish Williamson Editor, the Breeze

Hello Sun City Residents, As many of you know, two of my key passions involve advocating for the safety, health, and welfare of animals, and supporting initiatives and legislation that serve military members, veterans and first responders. This past month, I got to support and celebrate both. I was thrilled to see so many individuals and families come out to our recent Paws in the Park event at Aliante Nature Discovery Park! This event, now in its fourth year, gives like-minded animal lovers and pet parents the opportunity to not only meet and mingle with each other but also offers needed safety information and services – like vaccinations and microchipping. It is a great way to have fun with furry friends while also making a difference. It is also a great example of our tight-knit community. The event could not exist without the support of City of North Las Vegas staff, especially Riezl Pe Benito, Brianna Perkins-Parscha and Claudia Lomeli who help organize it, and the multiple community partners who volunteer their time, goods, and resources to make it a success. The North Las Vegas Police Department is always a valued supporter as is Christy Stevens of Hearts Alive Village animal rescue. Additional partners this year included NV Energy, Bob's Market, Club K9, Juan's Flaming Fajitas & Cantina, Tail Waggers Club and Siegel Group. Food treats and beverages were offered by Dog City Kitchen and Elevated Coffee. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported this event, including my dedicated fellow council members.

I was also honored to once again be a part of the Armed Forces, Military, Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Day that took place at the city's very own Craig Ranch Regional Park. This event allows all of us to show our deep appreciation to the men and women who have, and continue to, put their lives on the line for their country and community. The day included a free lunch for all current and past military members, ﬁrst responders, and their families, entertainment, food trucks and a classic car show. I want to thank all our volunteers who make this yearly event possible, especially our Sun City Veterans Club and all our long-term sponsors, including our title sponsor over the last nine years, Las Vegas Paving. Please visit our website for more information on what we do as a non-proﬁt with the support of our wonderful city and Parks department nlvevents4military.org. Next year will be the event's ten-year anniversary so if you didn't have a chance to make it out this past month, I hope you can make the time next year! As we move into the holiday months, I encourage you to keep an eye out for all of the fun, family-friendly events the City of North Las Vegas has planned. I know our recreation centers and libraries are planning various activities, for kids to seniors, including our annual Thanksgiving feasts, holiday art classes and of course the tree lighting at City Hall. You can keep up-to-date on all of the events with our online calendar at https://tinyurl.com/cnlvcalendar. I wish you all a beautiful start to a wonderful fall. Yours in service, Richard Cherchio Ward 4 Councilman

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Sabrina and Panda, winners of the dog and 'hooman' twinning contest with Ward 4 Councilman Richard Cherchio at Paws in the Park.

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

Thanksgiving Holiday Hours

Alfred & Nancy Reynoso Barry & Julie Wheeler Julie Miller Alvin & Leilani Bautista Kenneth Walker & Celeste Yurek

Maurey & Jean Cline Charlene Bynum Wayne & Karen Hiyama Elizabeth Hagey Robert & Cathy Demars

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

The Sun City Aliante Community Center will close at noon on Wednesday, November 22 and all day on Thursday, November 23 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. The Community Center will reopen on Friday, November 24 for regular hours (6 a.m. — 9 p.m.). The Administration Oﬃces will close at noon on Wednesday, November 22 and all day on November 23 and 24. Have an awesome Thanksgiving Holiday. The Administrative oﬃces will reopen on Monday, November 27 at 8 a.m.

HELP PEOPLE IN YOUR COMMUNITY GET MUCH-NEEDED TAX BREAKS & REFUNDS

Thank you in Advance - The Compliance and Customer Service Oﬃce

IRS-CERTIFIED VOLUNTEEERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR MILLIONS OF TAXPAYERS. Every year, IRS-Certified volunteers help millions of taxpayers across the country file their tax returns. Volunteering is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to make a difference in their community. While the IRS manages the programs, the sites are operated by IRS partners and staffed by volunteers. AARP is an IRS partner and operates about a dozen sites across the Las Vegas Valley, including a site at the Aliante Library. Volunteering is easy and convenient •

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Volunteers can work flexible hours. Volunteers can generally choose their own hours and days to volunteer. Tax preparation sites are open from late January through the tax filing deadline in April. Sites in Las Vegas are open 6 days a week, from the hours of roughly 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. No prior experience needed. Volunteers receive specialized training to become IRS-certified.They can also choose from a variety of volunteer roles to serve. The programs include volunteers of all backgrounds and ages, as well as individuals who are fluent in other languages. The IRS provides free tax law training and materials. Volunteers receive training materials at no charge. The tax law training covers how to prepare basic federal tax returns electronically. The training also covers tax topics, such as deductions and credit. Both in-person and online training opportunities are available in the Las Vegas Valley. How do I sign up to be a volunteer? You have to submit a volunteer application which you will find on the website www.aarpfoundation.org/taxaidevolunteer. If you have questions or want more information, please contact Lee at lee.taxes@yahoo.com or leave a voicemail at 702-4969643.

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NOVEMBER 2023

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTHLY BULLETIN: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

To some of us, November is the best month of the year. Good food, family gatherings, Black Friday shopping, cyber shopping, free package delivery. Everything is good. Not so fast. What about the car that was broken into? Or the package that was stolen from a front porch. How did this happen? The crime rate in Sun City in 2023 was the lowest it has been. Let's keep it that way. The month of November can be the worst month for crime. We all need to pay attention and keep our eyes open. Here are a few things that we can do to not invite criminals into our neighborhood. First, keep the garage door closed day and night. There are people riding around just looking for an easy target. If your neighbor or person on your block leaves his garage door open, ask them to close it. If you're not comfortable doing that, call Jim Blossey and he will ask them. If your car has to sit outside, be sure to lock it and set the alarm. Make sure there is nothing left in view inside the car. If you have to leave packages in the car, put them in the trunk. Even the garage door opener should not be in the car in plain sight. When you go shopping, take the garage door opener with you. Don't leave it in the car. Houses have been entered through a garage door by a thief from the garage door opener that was left in a car at Smith's Food and Drug Store. Every year we have more and more packages delivered by the United States Post Office, Amazon, UPS, FedEx, UBER and LYFT. Some deliver until late in the evening. If you order a package to be delivered, try to be home for the delivery. If that isn't possible, you might ask a neighbor to watch for the package and hold it for you until you return. Some companies offer special handling instructions when you place an order. You might ask them not to deliver in the evening or give an alternate delivery address. Porch pirates have been known to follow the delivery truck and pick up the package within minutes of being dropped off. This is the most important time of year for neighbors to watch out for each other. For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Watch program, contact our Coordinator, Jim Blossey at jimandpatb@embarqmail.com or 775-530-5119. Be safe: if you see something, say something! Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

PATROL COMMITTEE YOUR GARAGE DOOR OPEN? The HOA covenants state that “each owner and/or occupant shall maintain his/her garage in a manner which ensures that the garage door is capable of regular and normally accommodating as many vehicles as it was originally designed to accommodate. Garages shall be kept closed at all times, except as reasonably required for ingress to and egress there from.” This is an important statement as it serves several purposes throughout the community. One purpose that concerns the Sun City Aliante Patrol is the safety and security of you and your belongings. Two examples: 1. At approximately 4:30 a.m. a resident opened his garage door to take the dog for a walk.

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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

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

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

Meets third Friday, 10 a.m. Dan Lies at drlies07@gmail.com

COVENANTS COMMITTEE

Meets fourth Tuesday, 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 Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. David Grossman at dt.grossman@yahoo.com

LIFESTYLE COMMITTEE

Meets third Wednesday, 10 a.m. Sharon Grossman at sdg45us@yahoo.com

PATROL COMMITTEE

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

PROPERTY AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE

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

The resident had to step back inside the residence for a minute and when he returned to the garage, he noticed a vehicle parked at the end of his driveway, occupied, engine running and door ajar. At the sight of the homeowner, the vehicle immediately ﬂed the area. One can make an assumption that a theft or entrance to the residence was about to occur.

2. At approximately 2 p.m. an unknown person rang the ring doorbell of a residence. The homeowner had his garage door open at the time. Upon answering the ring doorbell, the unknown person said something to the eﬀect that the homeowner had his DMV paperwork. After that weird statement the person went back to his car which was parked at the end of the homeowner's driveway and left the area. One can make an assumption that this was a ruse to see if anyone was home so the unknown person could enter the garage or residence to commit a theft. There are several other suspicious incidents that concern open garage doors. As a homeowner/renter you have to ask yourself if having an open garage door is worth the theft of your personal property or entry to your home by nefarious persons. There are devices on the market that will sound an alarm or blinking light inside your house about 15 minutes after you get home if you have left your garage door open. If you are forgetful, this is a wise investment. Recently the North Las Vegas Police Department drove through our community and observed over 40 garage doors open or somewhat raised. Please close your garage door. It is a simple task and will oﬀer you peace of mind. For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Patrol, contact the Patrol Chairman Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com or 702-460-9582.

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Open Positions on Sun City Aliante Committees The Architectural Review Committee has two open positions on its committee. The Finance Committee has two open positions on its committee. The Patrol Committee has one position open on its committee. Here is a brief description of Committee responsibilities: • Architectural Review Committee - Reviews owner site/home exterior change requests to ensure they comply with community standards of aesthetics and quality. • Communications Committee – Oversees the website, holds Communications Committee events and assists the Editor of The Breeze. • Finance Committee - Ensures the Association's finances and budgets are secure, and the Association is in compliance with state and federal laws. • Patrol Committee – Observes and reports any hazards or incidents as 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.

COMMUNICATIONS DO YOU KNOW? … Where to ﬁnd the homeowner documents that you received when you moved in? Let's take a walk down memory lane! For some residents, that was a while ago and for others, not so long ago. Where are they? No need to worry. They are only a few clicks away. Go to the Sun City Aliante website at www.suncityaliante.org and login with your Username and Password. On the menu bar click on “Documents.” You will now have at your ﬁngertips documents such as, the CC&Rs, community Policies and Guidelines, Fees, and Commonly Used Forms, such as, the Home Improvement Application, Committee Interest Application and many more. Please take a look at our newly added Financial tab which includes the 2023-2024 Operating Budget and the 2023-2024 Reserve and Capital Budgets. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Communications Committee through the website at “Contact Us” with your thoughts, questions and suggestions. Happy November! ~ Communications Committee

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THIS IS A MUST SEMINAR ON SOLAR & POOLS – GET THE FACTS Thursday, Nov 2, 10 a.m.

When it comes to making improvements to your home, it's important you know how to protect yourself from unlawful and predatory contractors. The Nevada State Contractors Board invites you to a Snack and Learn seminar at 10 a.m. on November 2. Gain valuable insights about contract requirements, down payment limitations, and homeowner rights for a variety of home improvement projects, including solar and pool installations, among others. You won't want to miss this opportunity to have your questions answered! Stop by to see how the Nevada State Contractors Board can assist you through its free resources and programs.

LUNCH ‘N’ LEARN The Medicare Advantage and Drug plans change each year and so do your health needs. Learn how to receive an evaluation at no cost to you. If you are not able to attend contact Ron Walton at www.waltoninsurance.agency (The ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD ENDS December 7th) I wish you good health, if not the ideal Medicare plan. Please sign up at the Front Desk by November 4.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS AND CURES FOR CATARACTS? Monday, November 13, 11 a.m. Join Dr. Frank Lee, an ophthalmologist with Nevada Eye Physicians, on November 13 and learn about the symptoms and treatments for Cataracts, one of the leading causes of visual decline in people above the age 50.

Please register at the Front Desk by October 31.

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.

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If you have diﬃculty with activities, such as night driving, watching TV, reading, computer work etc., you should have your eyes checked.

ONLINE SCAM PREVENTION... DON'T BE CAUGHT OFF GUARD! Friday, November 3, 10 a.m. Scammers and con-artists have been around forever, but with the introduction of technology and the internet, scammers have developed more advanced methods of making their way into your wallet. With Seniors being the prime target, the online scam industry is now worth over 3 Billion dollars. So what can we do? The best way to prevent scams and protect yourself is to educate yourself on how to recognize and avoid the current scams. Join the class and learn: How big of a problem is • The scammers • What scams are right now • The strategies scammers use • How to recognize and avoid scams • What to do if you have been scammed • Where can we report scams Please register at the Front Desk by November 1.

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IT IS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! WHAT IS THE IDEAL MEDICARE PLAN FOR ME? Monday, November 6, 10 a.m.

Does Medicare make your head spin? What is AEP, MAPD, PDP, PPO, HMO, networks and Medigap plans? Why are my medication costs so high? Or why do they change during the year? And how did I get into the Donut Hole? Is there a way to avoid it in the future? Learn all this and more. Learn how to improve your Medicare Benefits and even ways to reduce your monthly expenses. Did you know that Medicare plans are offering to pay for your golf fee, a fishing license rent, utility expenses, groceries, dance lessons, ski passes, camping equipment, yoga, Zumba, health food, pet supplies, an allowance for over the counter items, pet control, weight watchers and gym memberships and more. A few are even paying for Dental implants or offering part of your monthly Part B premium back.

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 within 24-48 hours. Please register at the Front Desk by November 11.

NAVIGATING MARKET TURBULENCE: SMART INVESTMENT APPROACHES Tuesday, November 14, 11 a.m.

Attend this presentation by independent ﬁnancial advisor Adam Goodman RICP®, WMCP®, LACP® of Lifetime Wealth Strategies to hear his current top ideas and market outlook as well as common year-end tax planning opportunities. Lunch will be served following the presentation Investment advisory services oﬀered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a registered investment advisor. BCM and Lifetime Wealth Strategies are independent of each other.

Please register at the Front Desk by November 12.

ANNUAL ENROLLLMENT IS HERE! DID YOU KNOW YOUR PLAN CHANGES EVERY YEAR! Thursday, November 16, 11 a.m.

Which drugs will be capped at a $35 copay for 2024? Let's make sure you are in the know and have the right plan for 2024! Join Brandon and Andrea Scott and have fun while we test your Medicare knowledge. We will play Bingo, Kahoot (please download the app on your phone before coming) Prizes & Lunch. Annual Enrollment changes can only be made October 15 through December 7th. Can't wait to see you there! Please register at the Front Desk by November 14.

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FREE ESTATE PLAN & TRUST WORKSHOP Friday, November 17, 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 having just a Will, sends your family to Probate Court! • Why you need a Trust if you own a home! • Medicaid Estate Recovery (MER) what every family needs to know! • Protect your home from lawsuits & creditors for only $136! • POA's, Trust Certifications, Final Dispositions, & more…How to get a senior seminar discount of $400-$700! • Informative & entertaining program with free gifts and prizes! Please register at the Front Desk by November 15.

AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS Saturday, November 18, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Peter Velasco, an AARP volunteer instructor, will conduct an AARP Safe Driving Class for residents over age 50, November 18 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 November 16.

LEARN WHAT NEVADA SPCA DOES FOR OUR FURRY FRIENDS And How You Can Get Involved Monday, November 20, 10 a.m. Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Nevada SPCA), is a non-profit organization that relies entirely on the generous donations of animal lovers like YOU to make their lifesaving work possible! As Southern Nevada's original no-kill shelter, they do not receive funding from any government agency. Join Lori Heeren, Nevada SPCA Executive Director, and Corina Pimental, Nevada SPCA Foster Coordinator, to learn more about what Nevada SPCA does for more than 2,000 dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits and other small pets every year and the many ways you can support their lifesaving programs. While their ultimate goal is to place each and every animal in a loving, forever home, there are many ways you can assist the SPCA team. Attend this seminar and find out about the many opportunities available for you to get involved and make a difference! • • • •

Volunteer at the SPCA Foster a Homeless Pet Adopt a Homeless Pet Make a Donation to Support their Lifesaving programs.

Please register at the Front Desk by November 18.

SOLAR ENERGY FORUM – GET THE FACTS ON HOW YOU CAN SAVE MONEY Tuesday, November 21, 7 p.m.

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 September 21 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! This informative seminar will include information about the following: • 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 November 19.

REAL ESTATE: IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY Tuesday, November 28, 11 a.m. During this complimentary session, Greg Adams, of Ameriprise Financial Services, will discuss the diﬀerent ways we all interact with real estate including: • • •

The current real estate market What you need to know about real estate investing Considerations for helping a family member with a home purchase

Please register at the Front Desk by November 26.

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TIPS & TRICKS ON ALL THINGS RELATED TO THE iPHONE & ANDROID WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 10 a.m. Get Smart on using your iPhone or Android. Cell phones are fantastic tools that have become heavily integrated in our day-to-day lives. But over the years, they've become more diﬃcult to use and they don't come with a manual! In this class, you'll learn the basics on how to eﬀectively operate your iPhone and android so you can keep in better contact with friends and family and start to love using your smartphone. There will also be an informal Q & A when you will have a chance to ask all your questions. Don't miss this fun opportunity to get up to date on the latest technology. Please register at the Front Desk by November 27.

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STRAIGHT TO THE HEART – WOMEN'S HEART HEALTH Thursday, November 30, 11 a.m.

“Straight to the Heart” will focus on women and heart health. Join Josie Covel, BSN, RN, Centennial Hills Hospital's Neuro Cardiac Program Coordinator on November 30 for this informative presentation. Over 60 million women in the United States are living with some form of heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States and can aﬀect women at any age. Compared with men, women tend to have symptoms more often when resting, or even when asleep and emotional stress can play a role in triggering heart attack symptoms in women. Because women's heart attack symptoms can diﬀer from men's, women might be diagnosed less often with heart disease than are men. Women are more likely than men to have a heart attack with no severe blockage in an artery (nonobstructive coronary artery disease). Learn about the risk factors for women, how living a healthy lifestyle with good foods and moderate exercise, which includes interval training, can help you maintain a hearty heart. Please sign up at the Front Desk by November 28.

MAXIMIZE YOUR LEGACY – HOW TO CREATE AND PROTECT GENERATIONAL WEALTH Monday, December 4, 11 a.m. Legacy is planting seeds in a garden you may never see. We know leaving a legacy is important to each of you whether you want to impact your family or causes you care about. We're going to share about the threats to your legacy, how to minimize them, as well as strategies to maximize that legacy and how to create and protect generational wealth. Join us for a 45-minute, no-cost workshop hosted by Financial Advisors Alexander Newby and Carrie Rueckl. You'll get insights into how to create and protect your legacy to beneﬁt the people and causes you care about most. Lunch will be provided. Please register at the Front Desk by December 2.

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HEALTH & FITNESS

FREE COVID TESTS FROM THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

Free COVID test kits are back; Here's how to get yours Starting September 25, you can order four free test kits per household through COVIDtests.gov. The tests will detect the currently circulating COVID-19 variants and are intended for use through the end of 2023. The kits will include instructions on how to verify extended expiration dates. Many kits have had their expiration dates extended beyond what may be printed on the packaging. You don't have to pay for shipping, and you'll never be asked for a credit card or bank account number. You only need to give a name and shipping address. If you'd like an email conﬁrmation and delivery updates from the U.S. Postal Service, you can submit your email address. Anyone who asks for more information than that is a scammer.

So, remember: Only go to COVIDtests.gov to order your free test kits from the federal government. When you click to order, you'll be redirected to special.usps.com/testkits. If you're following a link from a news story, double-check the URL that shows in your browser's address bar. No one will call, text, or email you from the federal government to ask for your information to “help” you order free kits. Don't give out your credit card, bank account, or Social Security number. Do not respond. Instead, report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

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HOW TO MAKE EXERCISE IMPORTANT TO YOU

NOVEMBER 2023

HEALTH TIPS: SUBTLE SIGNS OF STROKE You may know the classic signs and symptoms of a stroke: face drooping, arm or leg weakness, speech diﬃculties, impaired vision and dizziness, and loss of coordination. But there are other early warning signs that you probably don't associate with stroke, according to the American Heart Association.

Exercising takes some effort – there is no getting around it. And if exercising interferes with your schedule, it's easy to procrastinate or just avoid doing it. But you KNOW you should exercise! So let me help you with my top ten tips on staying active for your health and longevity. If you've already started doing any kind of physical activity – keep going, that's terrific! But we know that sometimes things can get in the way of exercising, and if we get off track, which makes us feel guilty. Try some of these tips to either start exercising, keep up your exercising or even get back on track: 1. Take a moment to be thankful that you have the capacity to do something physical. Not everyone is as lucky as you. Be proud of that. 2. Set little goals for yourself. Make the goals reasonable. Maybe at first, it's just about showing up to exercise for 15 minutes once a week. Congratulate yourself for meeting your goals. 3. Visualize how the exercise that you are doing is making you healthier and fitter. 4. Try to plan what your exercise will be in advance. Then try to complete your plan. If you can't finish the plan that day, that is okay. It's just one time. A partial effort is always better than none at all.

What early symptoms have in common is that they occur suddenly and often can't be explained by other possible causes. They include: • • • • •

Headaches, especially if unusually severe Diﬃculty walking Exhaustion or generalized weakness Fuzzy thinking or confusion Nausea or vomiting or trouble swallowing, especially without an accompanying illness

If you experience a sudden occurrence of these symptoms without any other explanation, seek immediate medical care — especially if you fall into a high-risk category for stroke. This includes people with:

6. If it's possible, try exercising with others. It's just more fun than on your own.

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7. Prioritize exercising in your life if you can. You may have to negotiate with other people to do this. For example, tell others when you exercise so they don't try to interfere with your schedule.

Other high-risk groups include adults 55 or older, African Americans, and women taking estrogen-containing birth control pills or hormone therapy.

8. Find the pleasure in doing exercise. Make it fun.

Overall, men are more likely than women to have a stroke, but women are more likely to show more subtle signs and symptoms. Of course, it's possible that you're not having a stroke and it's a false alarm. But it's best to play it safe and get an immediate evaluation. If it is a stroke, the longer it takes to receive care and treatment, the higher the risk of disability or death — every minute counts in stemming irreversible brain injury.

5. Give yourself permission to add exercise to your schedule. You deserve making some time to keep yourself healthy.

9. Take the time to think about your progress. Maybe once a week becomes 2 or 3 times a week. And look for signs of the beneﬁts. 10. To avoid boredom, change your exercising a little bit every so often. Try to focus on improving your weakest physical quality. 11. You know that regular exercise is one of the most important contributors to your health, ﬁtness and longevity. Stay with it and good luck! Source: Fitness Instructor, Suzy Campbell

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High blood pressure Atrial ﬁbrillation Diabetes Heart disease Personal or family history of stroke

Source: Mayo Clinic Press MCPress@services.mayoclinic.com

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FALL FLING – ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER – SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

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NEW RESIDENT WELCOME & CHARTERED CLUB & SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP EXPO COMMUNITY CENTER - OCTOBER 4, 2023

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The Sun City Aliante Fall Arts & Crafts Show will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 10 and 11, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 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 residents and representatives from the Clark County Artisan's Guild, the Beader's Guild and other groups are expected to participate in this popular event.

The Sun City Aliante Fall Arts & Crafts Show will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 10 and 11, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The show will be held in the Sun City Aliante Community Center located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas (at the intersection of Aliante Pkwy. and Elkhorn, across from Aliante Casino & Hotel). Admission is Free. The general public is also invited to enjoy the

Shop for hand-crafted, unique items such as artwork, baskets, ceramics, pottery, fused glass items, quilted and knitted items, sewing crafts, beading, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces, needlework and crocheted items, candles, woodworking products, greeting cards, holiday items, and more. The Sun City Aliante Seniors with Warm Hearts will sponsor a raffle to benefit S.A.F.E. House, a charity for at-risk children and their mothers. Every vendor is required to donate a hand-made craft item for each day's raffle to benefit the charity. For more information, please contact Elaine Goddard or Lori Daniels at 702-638-5000.

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Holiday Caroling

Become a Caroler or Request a Carolers Visit

Sunday, December 17, 1 p.m. The Carolers will meet at the Sun City Aliante Community on Sunday, December 17 at 1 p.m. and carpool to the homes that they are caroling. This is fun and easy singing, no rehearsals or singing experience needed. Just come and have fun with your neighbors for your neighbors. Music books will be provided. You can invite your family members to join the Carolers for the potluck even if they don't want to sing. If you would like to participate as a Caroler, you can add your name to the sign-up sheet at the Community Center Front Desk or contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 or email cpigs@aol.com. If you know of someone who would like to have the carolers visit, or if you would like to have carolers visit your home, please contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 or email cpigs@aol.com.

TULE SPRINGS FOSSIL BEDS BROUGHT TO LIFE THOUGH ART Art Exhibit Featured at the Centennial Hills Library Through November Did you know we have 200,000 years of geological history preserved right in our own backyard? Herds of Ice Age Columbian Mammoth, Dire Wolf, American Lions and Bactrian Camels, Saber Tooth Cat, Bison, and Ice Age Horse once roamed the 23,000-acre tract of land called the Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument and some of their remains are buried there . During the Pleistocene era, or the last Ice Age, the earth's climate changed dramatically, aﬀecting weather patterns and habitats across the globe. Decades of research and investigation have uncovered a compelling and detailed story about change, extinction, and survival at Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. These stories come to life through paintings by Julius Csotonyi that represent four snapshots in time over the last 100,000 years. Discover the science and collaboration behind our understanding of Ice Age Las Vegas and our changing environment in this informative display. You can view the exhibit at the Centennial Hills Library located at 6711 N. Buﬀalo Dr., Las Vegas. The library is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 702-507-6100.

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FLAG RETIREMENT SERVICE AND CEREMONY

Saturday, September 30, 4-6 p.m. Veteran's Memorial Monument, Sun City Aliante Community Center

Here are the guidelines of conducting the Retirement Service and Ceremony. 1. Assemble around the fire. The leader calls the group to attention. 2. The color guard comes forward and places the flag on the fire. 3. All briskly salute.

On behalf of the Veterans Club of Sun City Aliante, David Hollander, organizer of the Flag Retirement Ceremony, welcomed all the participants and guests who came to honor those who have served or are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces and their families, First Responders and Gold Star families. The event was held on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 4 to 6 p.m. in front of the Veteran's Memorial Monument at the Sun City Aliante Community Center. The ROTC Honor Guard from Nellis Air Force Base was on hand to open the ceremony with the presentation of colors. The Sun Aliante Songsters sang the National Anthem and God Bless America. Musicians from the nonprofit charity TAPPS, (Trumpeters Alliance To Perform Patriotic Services) Larry Ransom and Lance Phelps, performed an ECHO TAPS rendition and Andrew Fusco, the bagpiper, played Amazing Grace. There is a long tradition and rich history associated with this service and ceremony. The Veterans invited all Sun City Aliante residents to join them for the solemn occasion. Veteran's Club President Marc Hollander explained the purpose of the Veteran’s Memorial Monument, the site of the ceremony, “This monument pays homage to the men and women who have courageously served our country, but it is also a place for remembrance and reflection for generations to come.” He also offered tributes to U.S. service members and civilians who gave their lives on August 26 during the evacuation of Afghanistan and all those who lost their lives during the Terrorist Attacks of 9/11. FLAG RETIREMENT MEANING A flag retirement ceremony is a solemn event that pays tribute to the American flag and honors its symbolism. It is a way of disposing of old, worn-out flags in a dignified manner, ensuring that they are retired with the respect they deserve. In such a ceremony, the flag is carefully folded, in accordance with military tradition, and then respectfully burned. This act serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have defended our country and the ideals for which the flag stands. Please read below for more information about the ceremony. The Boy Scouts of America Handbook says, “A national flag that is worn beyond repair may be burned in a fire. The ceremony should be conducted with dignity and respect and the flag burned completely to ashes.”

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4. After the salute, but still at attention, the leader should conduct a respectful memorial service as the flag burns. This process is repeated if there is more than one flag to be retired. 5. When the flag is basically consumed, those assembled, except for the leader and the color guard, should be dismissed single file and depart in silence. 6. Let the fires burn until after the audience has left. Then it may be extinguished. Remove any unburned pieces of wood. Scatter the ashes in an appropriate place, either near the retirement ceremony area or transport them to a more appropriate place. The ashes may also be buried.

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CHARTERED CLUBS

ALIANTE CLASSY CHEFS Aliante Classy Chefs' October meeting featured a Halloween and Dia de las Muertas theme with great decorations by Nancy Hoiberg, Cathy Pierce and Karen Baird. Club members prepared a great lunch, including Italian Wedding Soup by Freda Porter-Katz, Mom's Chili made by Hjordy Wagner and Chicken Dumpling soup by Lou Kubeldis. Diane Lazarus provided potatoes for the baked potato bar with Julie Tomlin bringing the toppings. Diane also made Dirt Pudding Cake. Thanks to Bill James for his spice cake with homemade Butter Icing. The Classy Chefs usually meets the ﬁrst Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m. in the Vista Room and kitchen. The next meeting will be November 7 and will feature a traditional Thanksgiving meal. There is an annual $10 dues fee, plus a $5 per meeting charge to help reimburse grocery purchases for those cooking, plates and decorations. Correct change is appreciated when paying your dues. For club information, call Freda Porter-Katz at 347-581-0298 and email fre2bfreda@aol.com or co-chair Hjordy Wagner at 715-529-9728 and email hwizwag@gmail.com.

BOOK CLUB The Book Club selection for November is The Widow Clicquot, by Tilar Mazzeo. Join members for a discussion at the Community Center at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, November 16, 2023.

CLUB DIAL

Do you want to learn how to Line Dance or other new dances? Come join residents at Club DIAL. They teach Beginner Line Dancing on Saturdays from 10-10:30 a.m. They also oﬀer an Intermediate Class on Mondays from 6-7 p.m., an Advanced Class on Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., and an Advanced Plus Class on Wednesdays from 6 – 7 p.m., which oﬀers new country line dances. Join them for dancing, exercise and fun.

CLUB DIAL holds a Dance Social on the third Saturday of the month in the Vista Room from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Come out and socialize with other residents and dance the night away to a variety of music. They are open to requests to play throughout the evening if you have the title and artist. This social is free to all residents. Guests will have to pay a $5 fee. Everyone must sign in at the Front Desk. Feel free to bring your own refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages. If you have any questions, please contact Maryann Gorski at 702-642-3212 or email mtg815@cox.net.

EUCHRE CLUB

Please see the Book Club shelf in the Sun City Aliante Library which includes past book selections. For a list of upcoming book selections, visit our website at www.scaliante.com. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.

CERAMICS CLUB The holidays are around the corner, and members of the Ceramics Club are busy creating beautiful gifts to give to our family and friends. We look forward to seeing your smiling face in Craft Room #3 where we meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Time is like a river. You cannot touch the same water twice because the ﬂow that has passed will never pass again. Enjoy every moment of your life. Come and see the beautiful ceramics for sale at the Sun City Aliante Arts & Crafts Show on November 10 and 11. If you have any questions, please call President Marla Chaﬃn at 503-975-5249 or Vice President Lynne Hartig at 702-855-5011. Members hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving. Don't forget to set your clocks back 1 hour on November 5 and enjoy that extra rest time!

The Euchre Card Club started in 2017 and has been growing every y e a r. T h e y s t a r t e d w i t h 1 2 members and now have 30. Euchre is a card club that gets together every Monday at 1 p.m. The game consists of four people at a table who play with 5 cards. At the end of a game, the winners move to the next table and the losers stay at the same table. You play six games and it takes about 2 hours or less. It is a lot of fun and a great way to socialize and meet new people. Members always welcome new players and will teach you how to play if needed. For more information, please contact Cheryl Gustin at 319-415-0471

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FORGET-ME-KNOTS Our featured Forget-Me-Knots member this month is Loni Bernard. She and husband, Bob, moved to our community in 2018 and retired in 2020. Loni started cross stitching over 20 years ago. In this photo, she is holding her most recently completed masterpiece. The pattern is Miracle Max from The Cross Stitch Studio, and it contains 335,533 stitches and 123 colors. Her projects begin with a blank fabric and each stitch is counted from the pattern. Loni says she ﬁnds it a relaxing stress reliever. If anyone wants to learn, she is happy to help you get started. For 19+ years, members have created and donated countless hats, scarves, lap blankets, sweaters, and baby sweaters/hats for the many charities they serve. Everyone is welcome to attend. You will ﬁnd a warm greeting, lots of laughter, pattern sharing, and compassion. Don't already know how to knit or crochet? No worries. They have the materials and expertise 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 702-3995347.

GLASS CRAFTERS GLASS FUSING FUN EVENING Thursday, November 2, 6:30-8 p.m., Social Hall The Glass Crafters Club is oﬀering a night of creative fun for the community. It will include each participant creating a fused glass item. Options to create include a ring dish, a night light, a tea light holder or a plant stake. The Glass Crafters Club will provide all materials and lots of help to create your own piece of fused glass, no experience needed. The evening will also include some tasty goodies to enjoy while working on your piece. Everyone will go home with a glass pocket angel. The cost is $20. Seating is limited. Make your reservation by contacting Jodi Schaller at 520-252- 2078 or schallerjodi@yahoo.com.

LGBT+ SOCIAL GROUP First, we want to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. We have so much to be grateful for, including this wonderful community of which we are a part. In the spirit of Thanksgiving and community, we are planning to have a "Friendsgiving" gathering the second week of November. Final plans are being worked out. We are also planning other get-togethers, going to the Movies, dinner, a club, etc. If you are not already on our email, please ask to be added, so that you can get the details on everything that we are doing. Contact Sheryl at 818-517-0610 or Dan Lies at SCAlianteLGBT@gmail.com. Last month, we hosted a community Karaoke Dance Party with costumes and prizes. Hope you enjoyed the festivities. We do have quite a few good singers and dancers in our group and the Aliante community!

The LGBT+ Social Group formally meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the club house. We check in around what is happening in our lives, support each other, discuss LGBT issues, have some laughs, connect, and make friends. Dan & Sheryl, Co-Chairs, LGBT+ Social Group

PICKLEBALL The Pickleball Club ended September by co-hosting a Round Robin Tournament. The cool late September temperature was a great way to spend the morning on the pickleball courts. The tournament brought more than forty senior-age players from across the Las Vegas Valley and as far away as Boulder City into a friendly competition. The event was kicked oﬀ with the National Anthem, sung by Sun City Aliante Songsters performers, “Just Four,” under the direction of Holly Strasser. The top players who scored highest three overall scores won jars of pickles. The gold medal winner received a very large jar of dill pickles; a medium jar The Songster “Just went to the second place winner and the “baby dills” Four” kicked oﬀ the were awarded to the third place winner. Pickleball Tournament One player from Henderson said, “It's nice to come and get to know other senior players that just want to have fun playing this crazy game.” Another player said, “I hope this is the beginning of fun tournaments like this. At my age, I'm not looking for a trophy or medal. I just want to have some fun and meet other pickleball crazies!”

by performing the National Anthem. Shown (l-r) are Codirectors, Lorraine Zanello and Holly Strasser, Tonnie Furjanic and Connie Bensler.

To the surprise of many players and club members, this was not the first tournament held at Sun City Aliante. The club hosted a pickleball tournament for the Nevada Senior Games almost ten years ago and several club members were awarded medals. The event was co-sponsored by CenterWell, a nationally recognized seniors-only healthcare provider, in conjunction with the non-profit organization, Southern Nevada Pickleball (SNP). In addition to having lots of fun playing and participating in off-court challenges, a portion of the registration fee was directed to assist the survivors of the Maui fires. Free lessons for beginners are offered most Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. through November. For more information, call Sarah Smith, Club President, at 702-635-4629.

SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS SEASON OF GIVING 2023 November is upon us and Seniors with Warm Hearts asks that you visit our raffle table at the Fall Arts & Crafts Fair on Friday, November 10 and Saturday, November 11. Many prizes will be offered through this raffle. At the same time, with it being the beginning of our 2023 Season of Giving our success depends upon your help in spreading some happiness to those in need this Thanksgiving, Chanukah and Christmas Season. Here's how you can help:

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The Sun City Aliante 8 Ballers meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 am. They have an in-house team tournament the last Wednesday of each month. The 8 Ballers recently purchased a plaque to acknowledge the winners of this monthly tournament. The winners so far are: July: Gene Gustin and Nick Mereiros, August: Duane Mihalek and P.J. Malsom September: Vic Anderson and “JD” Burke

For the month of November for Thanksgiving, we will collect donations for Project 150. You can make a check payable to Project 150 in the amount of $25.00 or more which will supply a teen and their family of four with a HOLIDAY MEAL for Thanksgiving. We will also accept monetary donations for Serving our Kids Foundation and Spread the Word Nevada. You can also make a check payable to Serving Our Kids Foundation or Spread the Word Nevada in any dollar value you choose. We will have a tabletop drop-off for these donations in the lobby area by the check-in desk. The drop-off will be available from Wednesday, November 1 through Wednesday, November 15. From Thursday, November 16 through Wednesday, December 13, you will be able to pick a tag for one of the various organizations from our Season of Giving Christmas tree which will be in the lobby area near the club display cases. Pick the tag of your choice, purchase the requested gift and return the gift unwrapped with the tag attached to our dropoff box located by the display by December 13. In addition, you can still make a monetary donation to either Project 150 or Serving Our Kids Foundation which will go toward their continued holiday programs. Make out your checks to the organization of your choice.

The 8 Ballers also play a quarterly tournament against Sun City Summerlin. The winner of this tournament keeps the traveling trophy. The next scheduled tournament with Summerlin Club is Friday, November 17 at Summerlin. Members hope to bring the Trophy home, where it belongs! Please contact Dwight Gerdes, Club president, if you are interested in joining the group at 702-306-3865.

TECHNOLOGY CLUB

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There will be many options to choose from this Season of Giving. Please consider donating to one of these groups and a small explanation of each non-proﬁt is listed below:

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Street Teens (who supports and assists homeless and at-risk teens) SAFE House (a domestic violence victim's shelter) Project 150 (who supports and assists homeless and at-risk teens) Serving Our Kids Foundation (supplying weekend food bags for needy grade school children) Spread the Word Nevada (helping elementary school children with mentoring and reading) Goodie Two Shoes (giving new shoes to needy children)

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We appreciate the community's eﬀort in making this holiday season a little brighter for those that these organizations serve. Our next meeting will be Thursday, November 16 at 11 a.m. in the activity room where we will be putting the tags together for our Season of Giving Christmas tree and decorating the display with the tags. New members are always welcome. For further information regarding those we assist or about our group, please contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702647-1289. ~ Karen Nutto

SUN CITY ALIANTE SONGSTERS Happy Thanksgiving from the Songsters! They invite you to celebrate the holiday season with a concert of beautiful holiday music entitled “Seasons Greetings!' Please join them either the evening of December 15 or 16 in the Vista Room for this year's celebration of the season. Tickets are available from any member of the Songsters. Additional opportunities to purchase tickets will be announced in upcoming eBlast articles. We hope you will join us with your family, your friends, and your neighbors. And keep a song in your heart!! Looking for a pianist. If you are interested, please contact Lorraine Zanello at lcompozr@aol.com 702-460-9583 or Holly Strasser at hollystrasser23@gmail.com and 702-305-1768.

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Backups (at least TWO copies of the same data) will be necessary if your machine is broken, stolen, hacked or being replaced. Having a backup will allow you to quickly recover your data and/or pictures which are the most important assets. Backups need to be veriﬁed and tested; so that you know that you are really protected. Understand the diﬀerent ways to back up your data.

Gary Baldasarre of the Technology Club will present this important topic on November 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Vista Room

VETERAN'S AUXILIARY The Sun City Aliante Veterans Auxiliary has jumped into fall with a full schedule. Recent meetings were held on September 19 and October 17 as they enlisted volunteers for upcoming activities. Auxiliary members attended the September 30th Suicide Prevention Event at Nellis AFB, with plenty of donated items for E1E4 airmen and their families. The Community Garage Sale was a big fundraising eﬀort for the Auxiliary. Members have also been busy planning “Pasta Night” with the Veterans Club for November 4. And lap blankets are just about ready for delivery to the VA Hospital this month.

Shown (l-r) Collette Martin, C o l l e t t e S t i c k n e y, J u l i e To m l i n , P a m Vo n d e r o h e , H j o rd y Wa g n e r a n d K i t s y Nelson.

The Auxiliary welcomes anyone who wants to support our veterans and military and is interested in joining the Auxiliary. You do NOT have to have a veteran or military family member to join! Regular meetings of the Veterans Auxiliary are held the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Vista Room at 9 a.m. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 21. Please call for times, as that particular meeting is expected to begin earlier than usual due to another scheduled event. For further information, please email Julie Tomlin at jtomlin55@msn.com or phone 208-320-8115 or Hjordy Wagner at hwizwag@gmail.com phone at 715-529-9728.

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VETERAN'S CLUB Hello everyone, fall is upon us; I hope you are enjoying the cooler weather. At our last meeting in October, we ﬁnalized the arrangements for Pasta Night which will be held November 4 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Vista Room. Tickets went on sale October 17 for $12.00. Flags will go up on November 11 at 7 a.m. and will come down on November 18 at 7 a.m. to celebrate Veteran's Day. Our next meeting is scheduled for November 21 in the Vista Room at 6 p.m. During the meeting, we will give out McDonalds gift cards to the veterans who attend. I am sorry to say that no gift cards will be given to spouses, although they are most welcome to attend the meeting. I want to send out a special thank you to David Hollander for arranging the Flag Retirement Ceremony and thank everyone who attended. It was very moving. We had the ROTC Honor Guard and the Songsters sang beautifully. We also had Double Taps and Bagpiper to commemorate the ceremony that was held September 30. Last, but not least, Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, especially our ﬁrst responders and all of our armed forces still serving that they may enjoy the holiday and come home safe and sound. Marc Hollander Veterans Club Chair

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NOVEMBER 2023

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 in 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, call Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, at 702-638-5061. 9th Island Jammers. Meets Mondays at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Contact Pineapple at 951-214-9849 and pinegerri@yahoo.com

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

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

Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays, 1 - 4 p.m. Contact Patti Mellor at 702-633-7671 and pmellor123@yahoo.com

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

Tennis. Meets Tues., Thurs., Sat. mornings for Open Play. Oct – Nov. starts 8 a.m. Mon-Sat. Weather may aﬀect start times. Contact Larry Rothstein at 760-8315532 and lilandlar@aol.com.

Aliante's Classy Chefs. Meets 1st Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. in Mahjong. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact Judy Stanford at 702-378-6551 the SCAL Kitchen. Contact Freda Porter-Katz at 347581-0298 and fre2bFreda@aol.com or Hjordy Wagner Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets Fridays, 1p.m. at 715-529-9728 and hwizwag@gmail.com. Contact Alanna Tiehes at 951-313-1349 and tiehes1991@gmail.com or Carol Jones at 661-466-3478 American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and and carolannejones1956@gmail.com. Fridays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 914456-9690 and owllady43@gmail.com. Pan. Meets on Mondays at 5:45 p.m. and Fridays at noon. Contact Renée Snodgrass at 818-807-3369 or Art Club. Meets Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Contact Karen 702-458-0013 or reneesnodgrass@gmail.com. Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Peggy Totino at 702-217-5973 or ptotino2@gmail.com. Paper Crafting. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday, 6:45 p.m. Contact Denise Simon at 914-907-6899 and Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468. For book selections, simond2571@gmail.com. visit www.scaliante.com. Pickleball. Club play is Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat. & Sun. at 7 a.m. (Spring/Summer) and 8 a.m. (fall/winter). Free Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday, 5:30 - 8:45 p.m. lessons on Wed. at 12:30 p.m. (fall/winter) for new Contact Cathy Pierce at 209-595-0833 and players and others interested increasing their skills. cnitro3@fire2wire.com or Robin Sharp at 303-641Contact Sarah Smith at 702-635-4629 or 2107 and dalerobin2@aol.com. jcsasmith1375@cox.net ahead of time to confirm Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 2 attendance or if you have questions. p.m. Contact Marla Chaffin at 503-975-5249 and Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. & Sundays 4jewelrygirlmarla@gmail.com or Lynne Hartig at 7026:45 p.m. Contact Renee Swanson at 702-773-2283 885-5011. and reneedswanson@hotmail.com. Chess. Meets Saturdays at 6 p.m. Contact Norman Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays, 4:15 p.m. Coats at 512-818-6116 and picturethis6@horizon.net Contact Vicky Ingertson at 951-219-9549 and pokerpres@gmail.com or Dan Schaller at 520-233Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets Thursdays, 6 p.m. 4222 and danielgschaller@gmail.com Contact Mary Jane and Charles D'Agati at 201-3211691 or mjdagati@aol.com. Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9-11a.m. Contact Mary Cornhole. Meets Tuesdays, 11 a.m. Contact Rebecca DeEmo at 847-909-2013 and mpbc51@hotmail.com or Anderson at 702-271-1014 and rsa2373@gmail.com Sondra Harrington at 505-206-2298 and (October play is scheduled outdoors.) sondraharrington@yahoo.com Club DIAL Saturdays – Beginners, 10 - 10:30 a.m.; Solos. Social group for singles. Contact Jane Meisch Intermediate 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Mondays – at 254-702-1936 and jtmeisch@yahoo.com. Intermediate 6 p.m.; Wednesdays – Advanced (New Club Dances) 6 p.m. Contact Maryann Gorski at 702Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets Thursdays, 3:30 – 642-3212 and mtg815@cox.net. 5:30 p.m. Contact Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583 and lcompozr@aol.com or Holly Strasser at 702-3058Ballers Billiards. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon.. Contact Dwight Gerdes at 702- 1768 and hollystrasser23@gmail.com. 306-3865. Spades. Meets Mondays, 6 p.m. Contact Sonja Euchre. Meets Mondays, 1 p.m. Contact Cheryl Gustin Bankston-Cullen at 310-612-3340 and mrssbc@gmail.com at 319-415-0471 and gusto32742@yahoo.com. Forget-Me-Knots. Knitting, needlework, crochet, jewelry. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com. Glass Crafters. Meets Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 and cpigs@aol.com, or Chris Rohrer at crohrer1956@icloud.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.

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 Auxiliary of Sun City Aliante. Meets the 3rd Tuesday, 9 a.m. Contact Hjordy Wagner at 715-5299728 and hwizwag@gmail.com or Julie Tomlin at 208320-8115 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 702-482-3034 and anakilroy@gmail.com. Aloha Hawaii. Contact Ken "Pineapple" Kapono 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. Contact Elaine Jeﬀerson at 702-886-1569. LGBT. Meets 2nd Wednesday, 6 p.m. Contact Dan Lies at SCAlianteLGBT@gmail.com. Minnesota Nice Group. Meets monthly. Contact Obbie Harvieux at 651-735-9111 and Mary 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 Hearts. Helps disadvantaged children and teens and other non-proﬁt organizations. Contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289. .