January/February 2017
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Manager’s Corner.................................... 4 Love your neighbor.................................. 5 Homeowners prefer Association living.... 6 Mountain View Park................................. 7 Happiness is a well maintained property.8 Parking permits....................................... 9 ASPIRE business group........................ 10 Little Free Libraries.................................11 Power Ranch Cycling Club.................... 12 AZ Central Top Home Chef 2016.......... 13 Activities......................................... 14 - 15 Power Ranch Community Association 4546 E. Haven Crest Drive Gilbert, AZ 85297 480.988.0960 | www.mypowerranch.com Carriage House (Association Office) Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ranch House Clubhouse Phone 480.988.0938 Ranch House Clubhouse Hours (tentative): Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. After hours, please contact Ground Services:
North of Germann - 480.229.4051 South of Germann - 480.216.9141
Anytime you see vandalism or suspicious activity, contact the Gilbert Police: 480.503.6500.
ON THE COVER The little wispy-haired beauty on the front of the Power Ranch Living Magazine is two year-old Sassy Whelchel. She lives in the Knolls neighborhood with her doting parents Gary and Gloria, who take her on long walks (on a leash, of course!), and when needed, use one of the fifty-four pet stations conveniently located through out the community. Photo by KristenCarterPhotography.com Power Ranch Living Magazine is the official community magazine of Power Ranch, produced by the Power Ranch Community Association. It is designed to keep residents informed about what’s happening in the community, from special events, clubs and classes to school information, dining, entertainment, and more. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photographs or illustrations without written permission from Power Ranch Community Association is prohibited by law. Trademarks, logos and content provided by advertisers, sponsors and partners are owned by their respective companies and all rights are reserved by them. The views, statements, and claims of advertisers or other PRL contributors do not necessarily represent those of Power Ranch Community Association, CCMC or their employees.
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ASSOCIATION
Manager’s Corner
Power Ranch Community Association Board of Directors
By Stephanie Fee, Community Manager
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re you holding on to your new year’s resolutions? I hope you are still focusing on the new year by making time to create a new YOU! For the last few years we have had the same friendly faces in the office, but if you stop by this month you may see a few new people. Stacey Schulze has joined our team as Communications Coordinator. She will have the daunting task of keeping you informed via this magazine, email blasts, bulletins and social media outlets. When living in Florida, Stacey worked at SeaWorld and most recently worked at a Chandler Charter School with the Kindergarten class. Both of which may have been proving grounds for Community Association work! Drop in and welcome Stacey to the team.
Matt Dominy President
Gary Whelchel Vice President
Becky Cholewka Director
Hannah Boles Secretary
Randy Dix Director
James Piercy Treasurer
Robert Jamison Director
The other major office change is Lifestyle; Lisa Brennan was presented with an opportunity for a new challenge at a community that is less than a mile from her home. She will be staying in the CCMC family at Mountain Bridge. We wish her the best of luck and are happy she is not going to be far away! Rebecca Benavidez will join the Power Ranch team as Lifestyle Director. She has been a CCMC Lifestyle Director at Spectrum Community for the last three years. I’m sure you will meet her as she and Lisa transition this dynamic position at Power Ranch. A new year is always an opportunity for a fresh start. The Association’s annual election process which welcomes new board members is held within the first quarter of the year. I can’t tell you how many people I talked to last year who admitted they didn’t vote because they didn’t know the people that were running. Please take the time to review the biographies that will be on mypowerranch.com or visit the Farmers' Market on February 8. Attendance has been low at Meet the Candidate forums in the past few years; we are hopeful that moving the venue to the market will increase traffic and accessibility for residents! Remember to join in the celebration of the Annual Meeting on February 27, at the Barn. If you have never attended an annual meeting at Power Ranch we promise this is not a boring event, it's truly a celebration of accomplishments with "fun" as the precursor. Power Ranch is kicking off the Cactus League in style. Watch your email for details. Happy New Year!
Power Ranch Community Association Staff
Stephanie Fee Community Manager
Juliann Mowen Asst. Community Manager
Stacey Schulze Communications Coordinator
Denise Montana Covenants Coordinator
Lori Camou Administrative Coordinator
Rebecca Benavidez Lifestyle Director
Jordyn Rudd Recreation Associate
Dom Mansueto Maintenance Supervisor
Stephanie
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Play LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR game in February By Lisa Brennan, Lifestyle Director
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hen I was a little girl and noticed people in my neighborhood adorning their front porches with Valentine decorations I believed those were the friendly people. I have no idea how this notion got into my head, but that is what I truly thought. When I started working in Power Ranch three years ago, I was out driving in the association golf cart one day and it all came back to me‌ the decorated houses must be the friendly people. It was at that moment my idea was born. I was going to get the friendly people to meet the other people in each neighborhood and make them friendly, too. So I dreamed up LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR. This is a fun way to meet your neighbors, share a little kindness, and become one of the friendly people. During the month of February, PRCA will start the shenanigans in each of the neighborhoods by dropping off a dozen treats, an envelope full of supplies, and a special message to hang near your doorbell. If you receive the special LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR treat on your doorstep, you are encouraged to buy/bake/decorate something to leave at the home of one of your neighbors. You can know the neighbor, or not, but keep on spreading the love all month long! Do you want to help pass out the first round of surprises? We'll supply the goodies if you are willing to make deliveries to twelve of your neighbors. Sign up at mypowerranch.com.
There is no better way to get out and "love" your neighbors than participating in community events like this Happy Hour at the Carriage House patio. Watch for more happy hour events throughout the year.
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ASSOCIATION
Homeowners prefer community association living By Stephanie Fee, Community Manager
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he results are in! According to the Community Association Institute’s 2016 Homeowner Satisfaction Survey, Americans living in homeowner associations are overwhelmingly satisfied with their communities. • • • •
87% of residents rate their overall experience as positive 84% say members of their elected governing board "absolutely" or "for the most part" serve the best interest of their communities. 69% say their community managers provide value and support to residents and their associations. 88% say their association’s rules protect and enhance property values.
Homeowners responded by naming the best aspects of living in an association as: Clean, attractive neighborhood, amenities like pools and tennis courts, maintenance free, property values, safe neighborhood and responsible neighbors. You can probably guess the worst aspects which included comments such as paying dues, restrictions on modification to homes and restrictions on parking. Wow – those are some of the same things we hear at Power Ranch. However, there are so many things that residents love about Power Ranch including
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the way that we bring people together, infuse your life with fun, lend a hand, and serving people first. Your CCMC staff at Power Ranch feels it’s an honor to serve the residents of Power Ranch. We are excited about 2017 and look forward to raising the bar! For more information and data about community associations visit www.caionline.org/aboutcommunityassociations.
What in the world is a Wackle Bridge and Spinner Bowl? By Lisa Brennan, Lifestyle Director
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ountain View Park features the Double Tower with Wackle Bridge. You don’t know what a “wackle bridge” is? It’s time to head off to the park to find out!
Mountain View Park also includes the only Multi-Spinner in the community parks. This is a modern take on the traditional carousel providing fun social play and balance training. Children can work the Multi-Spinner up to a speedy spin for a thrilling and fun ride or invent their own games.
The Playground Committee selected this equipment because it offers many levels of developmental play from the ground to the sky. On the lower platform there is an inclined climbing net leading to many adventures in the first tower including a slippery slide, the bouncy Wackle Bridge, or the rotating Curly Climber - all fun choices to take you back down to This little girl knows what a Wackle the ground.
Because they are so popular at the other new parks, two spinner bowls were also added. Depending on their age, kids may fill this colorful plastic bowl with sand, sit in it and ask you to push, or even spin it on their own. This equipment provides vestibular stimulation and excellent balance training.
Bridge does! She has tested it out many times now.
The second portion of the tower features a roomy mega tower where you can use the curved, bumpy slide or a dare devil pair of banister bars to disembark at full speed. Another route up to this mega tower platform is by way of the curved tower net with one fast route (small mesh size) or one slower route (big mesh size) and if you don’t want to climb, the nets are fun to climb through, too.
The colorful spinner can entertain up to five kids (and everyone who is watching!) at one time.
This new playground is the third in a series of five replacements scheduled for the community. Like all equipment in the Power Ranch community, everything has an estimated life span so that money can be saved in advanced to pay for its replacement; this is called the reserve fund. Generally, play equipment has a 10 year life, but because it was well maintained it has lasted 15 years. Bottom line, it didn’t cost you any additional money.
Welcome Stacey Schulze! Stacey Schulze joined our team in December as the new Communications Coordinator at Power Ranch. Stacey moved to Arizona seven years ago from Orlando, Florida. She is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a degree in Advertising/Public Relations. Next time you are at the Carriage House, please stop in and say hello.
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COVENANTS
Happiness is a well maintained property
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By Denise Montana, Community Standards
gh, I got a violation letter! I can’t think of anyone who enjoys getting a violation letter from the community association. It isn’t easy having someone else point out your weeds or that your shutters are peeling. It can feel like an attack on your castle! When you purchased, there was undoubtedly a flurry of papers to read and sign. But in that pile was a contract in which you agreed to keep your home at its best by following the CC&Rs of Power Ranch. It may seem like the community association is being unreasonable and out of line when pointing out when it is time for you to paint your home or tend to your yard, but in reality, the association is helping you and your neighbors maintain property values by reasonably enforcing the governing documents. Here is a better (and more accurate) way to view contact from the association office: violation letters are not a way for the staff to tell you that we don’t like you or your house (because we really do!). Instead, violation letters are a way to remind homeowners of their responsibility to help all Power Ranch residents preserve or increase the value of their properties by keeping the community beautiful. A beautiful community is a highly desired and sought-after community! Property values of the entire neighborhood drops significantly when it is lined with faded, dingy homes and overgrown yards.
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I haven’t gotten a violation letter yet…Being a homeowner in a community is definitely rewarding, but it comes with plenty of responsibility, forethought, budgeting, and planning. The right time to paint your home, trim your tree, or perform any other property maintenance is before you get a notice. If you receive a violation notice, then the maintenance issue is crossing the line to an unacceptable level. Address any CC&R issues on your own, without waiting to be reminded by the community association. If your streetscape plants are routinely manicured, you will not receive a letter reminding you it’s time to trim. We will not send a letter for dead grass if you reseed as soon as you see your lawn struggling. There will be no request to paint your home if your paint is kept clean and fresh. It's also very important to be prepared for ongoing and routine home and yard maintenance expenses. It should not be a surprise that an eight-year-old home (especially in Arizona) needs to be repainted. Home ownership can be pricey—a fact of life that cannot be avoided, and for which you must be prepared and budgeting for throughout the year. The bottom line... By performing regular maintenance on your property, you will not only avoid violation letters, but you’ll also keep up the value of your home. Just as important—you will make your neighbors happy and avoid being “that neighbor with the ugly lawn.”
Do you own a car? Information for parking, permits By Lori Camou, Administrative Coordinator
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ehicle parking in Power Ranch is challenging. The Power Ranch CC&Rs state overnight parking is not permited (10 p.m. – 5 a.m.) on public streets. Residents are required to park their vehicles in their garages and/or in their driveways.
is unassigned overflow parking within the Knolls neighborhood, that can be used for guests. However, it is not intended for long term parking or for vehicle storage. Residents in the Villages are required to get annual parking permits from the Association office for street parking.
In addition, parking is not permitted on gravel, in landscape areas or over the sidewalk areas. When you have an overnight guest, kids home from school, or you are in need of an extra parking space, a temporary parking permit can be picked up at the Association office. Bring in the vehicle color, make, model, license plate number, along with the dates the pass is needed. If there is an unexpected guest, please contact the office and leave a detailed voice mail with your address and vehicle information. If you receive a warning ticket, your message information will allow us to take the violation off the account.
Be a courteous neighbor. Park only in front of your home, if street parking is required, and notify neighbors if extended street parking or overflow parking is required.
For long term parking, complete the “Parking Pass Request Form” (available in our office or online). This form requires pictures of the garage and driveway showing that all spaces are being utilized. Completed applications will be reviewed at the next board meeting. In the Knolls and Villages neighborhoods, we work closely with the Town of Gilbert to protect our residents and their homes by maintaining accessible thoroughfares. All alleyways are considered fire lanes. This means there is no parking here at anytime. If patrol finds an unoccupied vehicle in the alley way, it will be towed at the owner's expense. There
Following association rules will prevent the headache of parking violations.
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INFORMATION
Our Power Ranch business group is a WIN By Lisa Brennan, Lifestyle Director
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f you live in Power Ranch or have a business within a five-mile radius of Power Ranch you are missing out on great sponsorship opportunities, community networking and advertising, and easy ways to support the local schools and neighborhoods – unless you join ASPIRE!
As you see we are all WINNERS by using the ASPIRE group. If you want to see which businesses are in the group or you want to join, we would love to have you! www.powerranchbusinesses.com
ASPIRE started five years ago by community members who realized their businesses would benefit the community as much as the community could help their businesses. So the group came together to create a WIN-WIN situation for everyone! Because of ASPIRE, residents receive two business directories delivered to their doorstep. The books are delivered by local high school clubs raising funds for special projects (WIN!). ASPIRE is also coordinating the Power Ranch Angels group who makes sure people in the need within the community have a place to turn for help (WIN!). This business group tries to find ways to reach out to the community by participating and sponsoring in some of Power Ranch’s big events. These business owners are always the first to volunteer, the first to donate, and the first to lend a hand (WIN!). Power Ranch Elementary and Centennial Elementary are also recipients of the ASPIRE sponsorships, too (WIN!)
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One of the events held by the ASPIRE group is a fundraiser called Quartermania. This year, more than $6,500 was raised for Power Ranch Angels and House of Refuge by the sponsors, association, and guests in attendance.
Girls' Christmas gift is kids books for all By Michele Davies, Community Member
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his January our family and the Power Ranch Community Association installed the first of two Little Free Libraries. A Little Free Library is a “take a book, return a book” exchange. Anyone is welcome to participate. The more the merrier! If you take a book (or two) from a library, you do not need to return that exact book. However, in order to keep the Little Library full of good choices for the whole neighborhood, the next time you swing by the library bring a few selections from your collection. Little Free Library book exchanges function on the honor system; everyone contributes to ensure there are always quality books inside. Little Free Library book exchanges have a unique, personal touch because each library was hand built by my husband and me, as gifts to our granddaughters (ages 7 and 9). Each library has a personalized theme matching each girl’s personality and interest. The girls will be the stewards of the libraries. Four to five times a week they will check each library; straighten up, exchange and add books. If you see them working, say ‘hello’ and help them out. If you see that the library needs some attention, please feel free to straighten up. If the library is full, please don’t leave books next to the box to get damaged. The Little Free Libraries are being installed in the community to promote literacy through accessibility of books for children. As grandparents, the libraries are projects to teach kids responsibility
and a sense of community through sharing and contribution. As community members, we hope you enjoy the libraries and share the joy of reading with others. One library will be in the park in The Groves, the other will be next to the Lakeside Pavilion, near the Power Ranch Clubhouse. To find out more about Little Free Libraries you can go to www. littlefreelibrary.org, where both libraries will soon be registered.
(L to R) Alayna and Lydia each have a library designed with thier personalities in mind. Alayna's is decorated with peace symbols, flowers, woodland creatures, and her favorite color purple. Lydia's is decorated with cupcakes, hearts, a bicycle, an owl, and her favorite color pink. (Photo by Michele Davies)
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Local cycling club is the answer to your fitness prayers! By James Piercy, Power Ranch Resident
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f you’re like me, you can find it hard to get motivated to get your body moving and work out. There’s always something else you could be doing that (you have convinced yourself) is more important at the time. While there are some individuals out there who have the inherent motivation to get their bodies moving, most of us need a little kick, maybe some camaraderie. And when it comes to getting moving, deciding which activity can be just as daunting as getting started! Running is hard! Gyms are too expensive and everyone is more fit than me! It sounds like cycling might be the answer! Cycling is a wonderful, low impact activity that among other benefits increases cardiovascular fitness, improves posture, increases joint mobility, and decreases stress! And what if you need a little kick and someone to push you along the way? Then you need to join the Power Ranch Cycling Club! We welcome riders of all levels, and we start rides from right here in Power Ranch at the Ranch House. We keep the pace reasonable, so you can meet some great new people during the ride as well! Join us Wednesday or Saturday mornings. For more information search Facebook groups for Power Ranch Cycling Club and click "Join Group"!
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Matthew Wicker, Breanna Adams and James Piercy Photo: Facebook Power Ranch Cycling Club
AZ Central Top Home Chef 2016 lives here By Stacey Schulze, Communications Coordinator
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ower Ranch resident Jordan Urnovitz is creating award-winning dishes in his home kitchen. He was named the AZ Central Top Home Chef 2016. As the winner, Jordan lead a cooking demo at azcentral.com Food & Wine Experience. He was also awarded a $200 gift card from AJ’s Fine Foods and is going on a restaurant review dinner with dining critic Dominic Armato.
adjustment, but it's very tranquil here and life moves a bit slower, which has been a good thing.” Newlyweds Jordan and his wife Marissa live in the Arbors with their Boston terrier, Gimley.
Jordan doesn’t believe you have to spend a lot on food for it to taste good. He forages for rosemary in the neighborhood, and purchases nearly expired food so he can pickle or preserve it. In addition to cooking at home, he’s catered a few private parties and hosted several others. He has been invited to guest chef for a fundraiser in April in Tempe. Jordan has had many inquiries about catering and hopes to start sometime this year. He says the cooking demonstration at the Food & Wine Experience was fantastic and a great opportunity to meet great chefs and make local connections. His cooking is influenced by his childhood in Detroit, with a large Middle Eastern population, a trip to Israel, and as an adult living in urban Seattle and Denver. “Living in Power Ranch is very atypical of the places I've lived, I've always lived in an urban setting in the heart of the city so it took some
Jordan Urnovitz took a tour of the Power Ranch Clubhouse kitchen. He was impressed with the facility, available for rental to residents through www.MyPowerRanch.com.
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ake a look at all the things going on in the month of Feb. You are sure to find something fun to try. Remember all events require registration at www.mypowerranch.com and events times, dates, and locations may change or cancel without notice. Love Your Neighbor - All Month - PRCA is encouraging you to meet your neighbors and share a little kindness during the month of Feb.. A few houses in each neighborhood will be chosen to receive a little goody on their front door step, in hopes each house will pass along something special to someone else in the neighborhood. If you want to be the first to play along, use the link below to sign up, and we'll supply the goodies if you are willing to pass them out to about 12 neighbors. Questions? 480-988-0960. Colorful Folded Star - Feb. 1 - Spend an hour at the Ranch House Clubhouse Wednesday after school making a paper folded star. Jordyn will teach you everything you need to make your very own design. $3. Kids must be registered in advance to attend. Ages 7 and older. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Ladies Bunco Night - Feb. 4 - This quick-paced, simple, silly dice game is the perfect way to spend a night out with the girls. Don't know how to play? You can learn in minutes. Starts at 7 p.m. in the Carriage House. BYOB. $5 to play. Space for 36. Space fills quickly. RSVP to reserve your spot: prbunco@gmail.com. Munch & Movie – Feb. 8 (a.m.) - Movie-lovers unite! Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for an adventure with new friends. To get on the email list for updates each month send an email to Holly a1abeachgirl@yahoo.com, and write the word MOVIES in the subject line. Meet the Candidates - Feb. 8 - Did you know there are two seats open
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for the Power Ranch Board of Directors? Do you know who is running for election? Join us for an informal, Farmer's Market get-together giving you the chance to meet the people who will ultimately make the decisions impacting your assets. Stop by to say hello, ask questions, and get information. Barn, 3685 E. Haven Crest Drive. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Edible Valentine Candy Bouquet - Feb. 9 - Sign up to make a delicious edible Valentine candy bouquet, and then take it to go. This is a quick craft that whips up in 30 minutes. Great for giving to teachers, coworkers, babysitters, grandma and people you love! Everything is provided. $5 per bouquet. Sports Trivia Happy Hour – Feb. 10 - Cholewka Law is hosting our first Sports Trivia Happy Hour on the Carriage House Patio. We will be serving dinner from the food truck and playing while we chow down. Prizes of course! BYOB. 21 or older. Outdoors. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $8. Lovey Fuzzy Monsters - Feb. 15 - Spend an hour at the Ranch House Clubhouse Wednesday after school making a little fuzzy monster! Jordyn will teach you everything you need to make your very own. $3. Kids must be registered to attend. Ages 7 and older. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Neighborhood Block Party – Feb. 18 - The Block Party is at the Sunset (west) Pavilion near the soccer fields. Residents of all ages and neighborhoods welcome! This is an outdoor event so dress warmly. Volunteers are needed to help out. Contact Teresa Davis, teresadavis50@hotmail.com or call/text 480-729-0681 Pizza and Paint – Feb. 18 - Paint your own masterpiece with Brushworks Studio. Everything included - including the pizza and drink! You will be an artist in no time! Ages 6+ Parents and siblings welcome. $35 per person (look for the $10 discount for registering early). Ranch House at Power Ranch. 3 to 6 p.m. Register at: www.brushworksartstudio.com.
Welcome Rebecca Benavidez!
Rebecca Benavidez is our new Lifestyle Director here at Power Ranch but is no stranger to Lifestyle! Rebecca, an Arizona native, joins us from our sister community, Spectrum at Val Vista where she has been the Lifestyle Director for three years. She is passionate about making a difference and creating awesome experiences. Stop by and get to know the newest Power Rancher.
TNT Family Fitness is offering new programming. It isn't anything you will find at a typical gym. All the classes were designed with Power Ranch residents in mind. There is something for all ages and skill levels. Classes are at the Ranch House Register in advance at www.mypowerranch.com. Monthly rate: $29 per resident ($39 nonresident) or $99 unlimited family ($109 non-resident). Power Workout - Mondays 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. - Jump start your week with a cardio and muscle conditioning class using weights, bands, bars and more! Tiny Dance and Tumble - Tuesdays 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. - Intro to dancing and tumbling using props like hula hoops, pom poms, TRX, bar, and more. Moms take a break from the little ones while they dance and tumble the morning away! Preschool ages 2 and up. I HATE my weight! - Wednesdays 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. - Focus on the new you in the new year. Weigh in, discuss healthy eating habits, recipes, food demonstrations, get support from neighbors, have a place for accountability, AND a quick small group training.
Play In Our Drum Circle – Feb. 18 - Drumming reduces stress, boosts the immune system, enhances relaxation, creates a sense of community, AND is just fun! Anyone can do it, you don't need to know how. A selection of Remo African hand drums and percussions are provided, or you can bring your own drum. Ages 12+. Come give it a try. Ranch House 7 to 8:30 p.m. Donations appreciated ($10 suggested). Lead by SusyJeanne: ssnmanning@gmail.com Pajama Movie Night - Feb. 18 - Dress in your pajamas and bring a blanket! We will be hanging out in the media room, enjoying popcorn, and watching the movie BFG (rated G), based on the book by Ronald Dahl. Register in advance to attend without adult supervision. Ages 7 and older. $2. Ranch House Clubhouse. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Morning Meet Up – Feb. 21 - Stop by the Carriage House after you drop your kids off to school or when you head out for your morning walk. Everyone is welcome at our Morning Meet Up. 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Have a cup of coffee, tea, juice or snack and chat a while. Just drop in. Pinterest Night – Feb. 25 - Plan a crafting night out with neighbors. Select the Be the Good sign (17x24) for $25; or select Family is Everything photo display (12x24) for $20. Complimentary food and drinks by Denise and Lisa at Revelation Realty and Shannon Hines of Guild Mortgage. Adults only. Ranch House 5 to 7 p.m. Register online and then watch for an invoice from Lisa and Denise. PRCA Annual Meeting Celebration and Board Election – Feb. 27 Take me out to the ball game! Help celebrate all things baseball at the Barn at Power Ranch in honor of our Annual Meeting. We will buy you some peanuts and Cracker Jacks and you won’t care if you ever get back. Join us for food, activities, and spring training fun from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and then stay for the meeting and prizes at 6:30 p.m.
Barre Fitness - Thursdays 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. -Build strength while stretching muscles in this ballet-style yoga movements. Silver Fitness - Monday - Thursday 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. - Try any of our amazing muscle, cardio, and yoga classes for ages 50 and up. Live a better quality of life with healthy bones, joints, and muscles by improving strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Stroller X - Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. - OK mamas! Bring your stroller and get in your work out before lunch and nap time. Stroller X combines strength and cardio as you cross train outside! Mom Break - Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. - Get a coffee, or chat with a friend while your child participates in open gym, makes friends, and participate in other games and activities. Aerial TRX - Thursdays 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. - This beginning class is a challenging way to increase your strength by hanging from this sturdy apparatus while turning and twisting your body. Kid Fit & Funky - Wednesdays 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. -Keep your kids moving and off the electronics. Class time is spent learning kickboxing, hip hop dancing, boot camp kids-style, ball games and more! Co-Ed Kids Dance Combo - Tuesdays 6 - 6:45 p.m. - Learn hip hop, jazz, and tumble to hit dance music! Dancers learn foundation techniques with some clever choreography. Recital performance held at the end of each eight-week cycle (two sessions). Great for ages 6 to 12. Spa for the Soul - Wed. 6 - 6:45 p.m. - Join us for relaxing and gettogether including light yoga and stretching, and questions and answers in a support group-like setting. KF1 (Kid Fit) - Thursdays 6 - 6:45 p.m. - KF1 teaches your child to have a positive mental attitude, teamwork, health, and includes fun fitness activities each week. JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2017 | POWER RANCH LIVING MAGAZINE | 15