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TABLE OF CONTENTS Manager’s Corner.................................... 4 Lifestyle encouraging adventure............. 5 Feeding the ducks................................... 6 Splash pad renovation............................. 7 Rules and guidelines quiz.................. 8 - 9 Not so great gophers............................. 10 Microchip scanner at the PRCA.............11 Bocce creates bonds............................. 12 Desert tortoise the escape artist............ 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 Bocce Club on the front of the Power Ranch Living Magazine is featured in this issue. The club founded two years ago, has been a great way for active community members to connect. They meet every Wednesday 1 p.m. at the Carriage House. 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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Manager’s Corner
Power Ranch Community Association Board of Directors
By Stephanie Fee, Community Manager
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y the time you receive this news magazine, the Power Ranch Fan Fest and Annual Meeting will be over, and a new Board of Directors will be seated. Spring training games will be in full swing, the ground will begin warming up those little seeds that become weeds, and hopefully, we’ll all be outside enjoying the beautiful sunshine before it becomes oppressive heat! This magazine issue will focus on the outdoor experience at Power Ranch. There are so many outdoor opportunities that people don’t know about. Power Ranch contains 28 different park areas; from tot lots to volleyball courts (both sand and turf), half court and full court basketball courts. All parks are open to all residents; you are not limited to the park in your neighborhood.
Matt Dominy President
Gary Whelchel Vice President
Becky Cholewka Director
Hannah Boles Secretary
Randy Dix Director
James Piercy Treasurer
Robert Jamison Director
There are 26 miles of trails in Power Ranch. You can walk, run or bike from Queen Creek to the Barn and only have to cross one street – Haven Crest! The Playground/Recreation Committee is reviewing upgrades to the Splash Pad. Details are included in the magazine. Over the last six moths, they have looked at several options for Bocce Courts. The variance in the cost of construction is vast. Maintenance has assisted in pinpointing a location near the Ranch House Lake Pavilion. Bocce appeals to all age groups and will add to the amenity package at Power Ranch. Power Ranch amenities are cherished by many. It hurts to have to mention the destruction that has taken place in the last few months at Power Ranch. A little library was ripped from the post and thrown in the lake, the lenses have been broken on the barn pier lights three times, bollard lights hit with bats which destroys the bulbs and the electrical housing, volleyball nets set on fire, graffiti on playground equipment and walls and volleyball posts bent. In the last 13 months, the Association has expended over $3,000 in repairs attributed to vandalism which does not include the labor costs. Please be vigilant, keep your eyes open, contact the Gilbert Police if you notice suspicious activity. Protect your assets! Each year, especially after the Annual Meeting, there is a conscientious push (from the Association) for owners to consider volunteering on a committee. Several committees require homeowner volunteers: Budget Finance, Landscape, Playground Recreation, Design Review and if you are a Knolls Resident – the Knolls Committee. If you are not interested in serving on a committee, you can attend one or all of the events in the back of this magazine. There are opportunities to attend classes and clubs which meet weekly or monthly. There are block parties and morning meet ups which are resident driven gatherings! Whatever the choice, Join in, get out and explore this great community! All the Best,
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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
Lifestyle will have you on the hunt and on the move By Rebecca Benavidez, Lifestyle Director
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n January, we lapped the lake. In February, we loved our neighbors. In March, we are locating the leprechaun. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the outdoors and take a little time to explore. We will be sending out clues via the email blast on where to locate the leprechaun. The lucky little leprechaun will move to a new location each week in March. It’s nice to go on a small adventure within your community, especially when it happens to have 26 miles of walking trails – happy hunting! Get entered to win a prize by posting a selfie with the leprechaun via Facebook, or you can email them to Rebecca at rbenavidez@ccmcnet.com. Prizes include a lucky pot of gold, a Visa gift card and more! In April, be prepared to walk, run or bike your way through the community by trekking the trail. All month long everyone is encouraged to get out and enjoy the amazing weather while meeting your neighbors on the trail. Each trek you can enter to win a raffle prize but more importantly, you reach your step goals, or close those rings on your Apple Watch. Join us for the Family Bike Night to kick off the new Trek the Trail monthly initiative. Wednesday, April 5 starting at 6:00 pm we will start at the Ranch House Club House and head over to the barn by trekking the trail, so we do not have to cross any major streets. Our trek will end up at the Farmer’s Market so families can stay
and visit the food trucks and awesome vendors. Get the whole family out on a nice evening bike ride. All who attend will not only have memorable family time but will also be entered to win a prize for trekking the trail. This family fun night is a free and fun way to get some light exercise and good times! Register online and receive a route map via email.
Bike into some family bonding while trekking on the trail in April. Join us for Family Bike Night April 5, and keep on trekking all month long.
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Bread is for sandwiches, not food for the ducks By Stacey Schulze, Communications Coordinator
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have fond memories of feeding the ducks. Growing up in the small town of Lakeland, Florida there was no shortage of lakes or waterfowl. I learned the hard way swans are temperamental and aggressive, and much to my wonder and delight that ducks loved Wonder Bread.
The best way to share our lakes and community with the ducks is to observe them in their natural habitat and teach our children the joy of watching animals in their natural habitat while respecting the environment.
I know a lot of parents want to share this joy with their children, or share a snack while picnicking at the lake. However, there are negative consequences to feeding ducks in our community lakes. Here are a few reasons to avoid feeding our feathered friends. Overcrowding caused by supplemental feeding can raise the number of ducks to more than the lakes can support; creating increased competition for food, aggression from the dominant birds resulting in injury to smaller weaker birds, and abnormal nesting behavior putting them at risk from vehicles and predators. Damage to our lakes from excessive bird droppings results in increased carbon, phosphorus and nitrogen in the water and soil, promoting algae growth, lowering the oxygen levels, causing foulsmelling cloudy water, and kills the fish. Improper feeding causes nutritional deficits resulting in disease and illness. Bread fills the duck's stomachs creating an unnatural fullfeeling, so they will not forage on nutrient dense food.
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(If you still feel compelled to feed the local ducks, try these instead of bread: corn (canned, frozen or fresh), duck pellets (sold online and at pet stores), lettuce, other greens (torn into small pieces), frozen peas (defrosted), oats (rolled or instant), and seeds (including birdseed or other varieties).
Splashing around is going to get more interesting By Stephanie Fee, Community Manager
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ate last summer, an underground leak developed at the Splash Pad. Maintenance isolated the leak and shut down only a few of the nozzles until permanent repairs could take place. Fixing the underground leak requires the concrete pad removal and replacement. Ironically, the reserve replacement schedule calls for $22,050 in replacement components for the splash pad this year. Many of the vendors that visited the site for repair bids suggested improving the splash pad amenity, especially for a community the size of Power Ranch. This became an “Aha!” moment for staff, “Why don’t we take this to the Playground Recreation Committee to review?” As the Playground Recreation Committee has moved through upgrading the older playgrounds, the splash pad became a focus for possible improvements. Subsequently, they have been busy reviewing plans for upgrading the splash pad at Power Ranch. Upgrades would require a substantial expenditure from the Capital Improvement Fund but would include
(L-R) Bids for the new splash pad include features similar to this water mushroom and water loop tunnel
above ground features and expansion of the original pad. Above ground features under consideration are both large and mini water mushrooms, water loops, and a turtle that would appeal to toddlers as well as the other in ground nozzles. Because of the possible improvements, there may be a delay in opening the splash pad this season. Stay tuned to the weekly email blast, and we’ll let you know the status.
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Do you know the rules and guidelines?
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By Denise Montana, Community Standards ow well do you know the rules and guidelines of Power Ranch? Take this short quiz and test your knowledge!
1. True False Homeowners do not have to submit a Design Modification Application to repaint the exterior of their homes if they are using the existing colors. 2. True False The photo on a violation letter shows the exact area of the violation. 3. True False If a vehicle is moved from the street by midnight, it will not receive a parking citation for overnight parking. 4. True False The Community Association can do little regarding barking dogs. 5. True False The Community Association just ignores some issues. 6. True False When repainting the exterior of their homes, homeowners cannot paint the same color scheme as their neighbors’ homes. 7. True False The Community Association homeowners out during inspections.
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9. True False If a homeowner doesn’t have room to park in the garage, the Community Association will issue a permanent parking permit. 10. True False If the Community Association requires me to trim my trees, it is okay for me to put my trimmings out for bulk collection early. Answer Key: 1. FALSE. Any time the entire exterior of your home is being painted, you are required to submit a Design Modification Application. Unfortunately, we do not have record of the original paint colors of individual homes in Power Ranch. If you choose to paint your home with the original colors, you will need to color-match your paint and note the colors on your Design Modification Application. You will also need to attach a photo of your home before it has been repainted. It is much easier to choose new colors from our list of preapproved paint schemes (available at www.MyPowerRanch.com). Aside from entering your contact information, you only need to note your chosen scheme on the Design Modification Application. Not only is it easier to go with a new preapproved scheme, but it can help increase the value of your home. The list of schemes has been
updated to include fresher, more modern colors. It does not cost any more to have your home painted using a new scheme. 2. FALSE. We cannot always capture in a photo every area that needs addressing for any given violation. If you receive a violation letter for weeds and the photo only shows your streetscape, please check your entire yard. Guidelines pertain to all areas of your yard, and so do violations. 3. FALSE. Power Ranch Parking Rules and Regulations define overnight street parking as a vehicle parked on the street at any time between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. without prior approval from the Association. If you learn you will have an unexpected overnight guest after office hours, please call the Power Ranch office at 480-988-0960 and leave us a voicemail giving us the license plate number, color, make, and model of your visitor’s car. We will get the message first thing in the morning, and can remove any parking citations that may have been left on your visitor’s car. 4. TRUE. The Community Association cannot issue violations for anything that we do not witness. We are happy to send a courtesy notice or give a quick call to the resident with the noisy pet, but no further violations will be sent and no fines will be assessed.Often times, simply talking to the dog’s owner is all that is needed to take care of the issue. If this isn’t possible, then residents are encouraged to file noise complaints with the Gilbert Police Department.
5. FALSE. We often hear “my neighbor has had weeds for two months, and the Community Association isn’t doing anything about it.” Please do not assume that we are not addressing an issue. It is likely that your neighbor has received violations and fines, and your neighbor has just not responded. Unfortunately, we cannot force anyone to address violation issues. We will, however, continue to be in contact with the homeowner. 6. TRUE. When completing the Design Modification Application, it is the homeowner’s responsibility to assure that their chosen scheme is not the same as the neighbor to either side. In addition, when you note your neighbor’s addresses on the Design Modification Application, we can check to see if your neighbors have a pending Application with the same or similar scheme as yours. 7. FALSE. When doing inspections in the community, we look only at properties, not names. Power Ranch Community Association has nothing to gain from singling out any homeowner. Everyone (yes, even Board and Committee members) who is out of compliance gets a violation letter. We also do not compare properties—rather, each one is inspected individually for compliance with Power Ranch CC&Rs. 8. FALSE. You may have your camper, RV, boat, or travel trailer parked in your driveway or in the street in front of your property for up to 48 hours for loading or unloading only. To avoid receiving a violation letter during those 48 hours, please contact the Power Ranch office at 480-988-0960 in advance with the dates your vehicle will be loaded or unloaded. Work trailers (landscaping, home improvement, etc.) are not permitted to be parked on your property or in front of your home at any time, except during the hours that the work is actually being performed. 9. TRUE AND FALSE. While there is no “permanent” parking permit, there are long-term parking permits which are good for a period of one year, unless otherwise noted. They are only granted if you can show (with photos) that all available spaces in your garage and driveway are being used for parking. You will not be given a longterm parking permit if you are using your garage for storage, gym equipment, workshop, etc. Only one long-term parking permit will be granted per address.We understand that people in your home may have different schedules and it is difficult to juggle cars in available spaces. Unfortunately, we cannot give long-term passes so that you do not have to move cars around. 10. FALSE. Bulk trash may not be placed out early for any reason. Tree trimmings, even when you are trimming your trees or plants in response to a request from the Community Association, must be stored out of public view until the Saturday prior to the scheduled bulk trash collection.This is also true for boxes and furniture when you are moving in or out of your home. The weekly email Community Bulletin always lists the date of the next scheduled bulk trash collection, as well as the date you are permitted to place your bulk out. If you are not receiving the Power Ranch Community Bulletin, please call the office at 480-988-0960 to get on the mailing list.
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Whack-a-Mole, more like whack-a-gopher By Kevin Pollock, Atomic Pest Control
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here are three different species of gophers here in Arizona, but the most common are the pocket gopher. They live most their lives in underground runways that they have dug. Gophers love freshly rooted plants as well as other plants. In time, they may completely kill small trees and shrubs and can cause extensive damage to flower or vegetable gardens. Their sharp teeth can cause damage to underground cables and irrigation systems. The secret to knowing if you have a gopher problem is by their unique fan-shaped earthen mounds with the burrow entrance plugged with soil. Gophers don’t hibernate and are active year-round, although you might not see any new mounds. They also can be active at all hours of the day.
sense of smell to locate food. Most often they feed on roots and fleshy portions of plants they encounter while digging. However, they sometimes feed aboveground, venturing only a body length or so from their tunnel opening. Burrow openings used in this manner are called “feed holes.” You can identify them by the absence of a dirt mound and by a circular band of clipped vegetation around the hole. Gophers also will pull entire plants into their tunnel from below. If you spot a gopher burrow in the common areas, call and report it to the Association office. Signs of one in your yard, call a professional exterminator.
Gophers usually live alone within their burrow system, except when females are caring for their young or during breeding season. Gopher densities can be as high as sixty or more per acre in irrigated alfalfa fields or vineyards. Gophers reach sexual maturity about one year of age and can live up to three years. In non-irrigated areas, breeding usually occurs in late winter and early spring, resulting in one litter per year; in irrigated sites, gophers can produce up to three litters per year. Litters usually average five to six young. Pocket gophers are herbivorous and feed on a wide variety of vegetation but prefer herbaceous plants, shrubs, and trees. Gophers use their
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Pocket gophers create a wake of destruction with their sharp teeth.
Pet lover unites to help reunite missing pets with owners By Stacey Schulze, Communications Coordinator
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Without proper identification, 90 percent will ne of the worst fears a pet owner never return home. By microchipping your pet, has is their pet getting out and you can significantly increase your chances not returning home. As the furof finding your furry friend should he or she mom of two German Shepherds, Kristen become lost. All pets should wear collar tags Carter of Kristen Carter Photography imprinted with their name and the phone would be distraught if one or both got out number of their pet parent, but only a microchip without a way to get home. When she provides permanent ID that cannot fall off, be discovered that not only was the staff of removed, or become impossible to read. PRCA taking in lost/found dogs, posting in neighborhood groups and using their personal vehicles to transport to the local Microchipping is not just for dogs, cats often do veterinarian, check for a microchip and not wear collars, and may not have any other reunite the pets with their families, she form of ID. A recent study showed that less than knew there had to be an easier way. In 2% of cats without microchips are returned cooperation with the Association, she set One of the furry residents photographed by Kristen Carter during home. However, if a cat is microchipped, the up a Pet Photo Fundraiser to photograph the fundraiser Bark at the Market. return-to-owner rate is 20 times higher than if dogs, and their people, to raise money to the cat was not microchipped. buy a Home Again microchip scanner. With the help of some wonderful pet-loving community members and their furry companions, the new A microchip is only the first step! You must register your pet’s microchip scanner was delivered to the office and is ready for use. When a pet is to give your pet the best protection. Register your pet’s microchip in a brought to the PRCA office, staff can quickly and efficiently check for a national pet recovery database such as HomeAgain with your contact microchip, and call an owner and get pets home again! information, so you can be contacted when your lost pet is found. Also, One in three pets will become lost at some point during their lifetime.
remember to keep your contact information up to date whenever you move or change phone numbers.
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Bocce is bringing neighbors together, creating friendships By Jane Scialdone, Power Ranch Resident
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y husband, John, and I moved here from a small farming community in Vermont nearly two years ago. It was quite a culture shock when we moved to a large development. We wanted to meet others in our age group. We noticed that Power Ranch provided excellent programs for young families, but we didn’t know how to connect with the seniors in the area. I approached Lisa Brennan, the Lifestyle Director at the time, and she enthusiastically agreed to invite retirees to a gathering on the Carriage House Patio to see if there was any interest in such a group. We were so pleasantly surprised to see a large group of about 40 people assemble. At that meeting, John spoke about the possibility of forming a bocce club. Bocce has always been a favorite sport in his Italian family. It’s a way to gather people of all ages and backgrounds together. We had hoped to find bocce courts at Power Ranch as there are in other neighboring communities but there were none. We met Paul Bernier that night, and he agreed to attend the Board of Directors meeting with John to request that courts be added in our community. It has has been ongoing since 2015, and hopefully, final approval will be voted on at the next board meeting. Peter Rogers and John and I attended the last Playground Recreation Committee meeting where they approved the plan and agreed to present it to the Board. In the meantime, we suggested that anyone interested in learning and playing bocce meet on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. at the Carriage House where we play on the soccer field below. It’s very informal and noncompetitive. On any Wednesday there are between 15 and 30 people who drop in to play. PRCA purchased three sets of bocce balls for our use and that are available for anyone in the community to use. After playing, we enjoy a “happy hour” on the patio where we get to know each other better. We have formed strong friendships within this group. We had so many positive comments about our group such as, “We have lived in Power Ranch for four years and never really knew anyone until we started coming to play bocce” and “I have never played this before, but it was so easy to learn and so much fun.” We have found that some of these same people were interested in playing golf together and have formed a poker group. Many of us also exercise at the Ranch House in Kristina Sherman’s senior exercise classes. Others play cards together on
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Tuesdays and Thursdays. Once we have the bocce courts, we envision forming a coed league, and we anticipate hosting occasional bocce tournaments with other bocce clubs from surrounding communities like Trilogy. It’s going to be great fun! Having these social outlets has made our lives busier and fuller. We have the strong network of good friends that we were looking for when we moved here. We encourage anyone who wants to join us to come out and give it a try.
The bocce players assembled for photographer Kristen Carter after a game,. .
Desert tortoises are well-known escape artists By Val Welch, Avian and Exotic Animal Clinic
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hile desert tortoises are not your typical cute, cuddly pet and should not be handled, they do have big personalities and are a great learning experience for kids and adults alike when it comes to experiencing our desert fauna. A proper habitat is important to keep them contained as they love to dig and have been known to escape the confines of the yard. An outside natural habitat is the best type of housing. Landscape shelter and burrowing areas into the habitat. The bigger the backyard, the better. The area should be escape proof and fenced off., by burying fence or cement blocks below the ground surface. Remove toxic plants such as Oleander from the grazing area, and the environment should be fertilizer and pesticide free.
If outside habitat in unavailable, the desert tortoise should not be kept as a pet. If your tortoise does escape, there are ways of marking the pet to help in identifying it and getting it back home. One way is by microchipping. The rice-sized chip inserted under the skin for scanning with a device that will provide information leading to the owner. Another way is to have a small personalized dog tag made at a local pet store, and it can adhere to a strategic spot on the shell that will not impede growth. Both of these methods are available at our office. Our website, www.aeacarizona.com has a complete section on care for you desert tortoise. Also, we offer a pre-hibernation clinic in October that ensures the health of your desert tortoise before it goes into hibernation. Visit our website in the late summer for more information! Avian and Exotic Animal Clinic 1911 S. Lindsay Rd. Mesa, AZ 85204 480-706-8478
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ake a look at all the things going on in the months of March and April. 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. Locate the Leprechaun – All month long PRCA is encouraging you to get out and explore the community with a small scavenger hunt. Clues will be sent out in the weekly e-blast to help you find the Lucky Leprechaun. The lucky little leprechaun will be moved to a new location within Power Ranch each week. Take a selfie and send to our office and enter for a chance to win prizes! Questions? 480-988-0960. Ladies Bunco Night - March. 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. BYOBeverage. $5 to play. Space for 36. Space fills quickly. RSVP to reserve your spot: prbunco@gmail.com. Spring Break – Bounce Boot Camp – Monday 13 – Thursday 16 Back by popular demand, Bounce Boot Camp, classes are being offered Mon. Mar. 13 and Wed. Mar. 15, or Tues. Mar. 14 and Thurs. Mar. 16 from 10 – 11:30 am. Registration is required, $30 per person. Bootcamp has a 10 person minimum. ASPIRE Meeting – March 14 Registration for new members in the Power Ranch Business Group began Jan. 10. The next meeting is from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the Ranch House Clubhouse. For membership or questions, Kim@ EliteShuttersAndBlinds.com. To find out more about joining: www. powerranchbusinesses.com
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Spring Break: Cupcake Wars – Tuesday, March 14 Stop by the Ranch House Clubhouse and pick up a mystery item and the instructions between 9- 11 a.m., head home, create your favorite cupcake using a mystery item. Return to the Ranch House at 2 p.m. with your creation and be ready for judging. Winner will be chosen based on creative use of mystery ingredient, presentation and taste. Up to two people per team. Parents can help. Winners get bragging rights, and a gift card. $3 per team. Register at mypowerranch.com. Spring Break: Musical.ly Jam Session – Wednesday, March 15 Ready to take your Musical.ly to the next level? Bring your friends down and we will supply the props to make the coolest Musical. ly videos yet. Looking for a duet? Look no further! Join us at the Ranch House Clubhouse from 12:30 – 2:30pm. This event is FREE. Film Club – Thursday, March 9 10:30 a.m. the newly formed film club will be meeting to watch and discuss various types of films. The first movie will be Indie film, 20th Century Women. 20th Century Women - Set in the 1970s, this movie focuses on three California women experiencing love and change in California. Annette Bening, Greta Gerwig, and Elle Fanning star in the A24 film, which was nominated for "Best Motion Picture" at the Golden Globes. Registration required. This event is FREE. St. Paddy’s Day Happy Hour – Friday, March 17 Cholewka Law is hosting a St. Paddy’s Happy Hour on the Carriage House Patio from 6 -8 p.m. Meet your neighbors and enjoy your Irish favorites. Registration is limited to 65 people. $8 per person includes dinner, 2 drink tickets and live music.
Pizza and Paint – Saturday, March 18 Paint your own masterpiece with the assistance of Brushworks Studio. All the materials are included - including the pizza and drink! 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. Morning Meet Up – Tuesday, March 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 - 10:30 a.m. Have a cup of coffee, tea, juice or snack and chat a while. Just drop in. Spring Break: Volleyball Tournament – Wednesday, March 22 Every level player is welcomed to join us for our first ever volleyball tournament. You can register as an individual or as a team. Each team must have four players. If you do not have a complete team, you will be assigned to a team. First team to 10 wins their bracket. Tournament winning team will receive prizes. $2 per person or $8 per team to register. Once enough teams have registered, time slots will be given for each team, however the event window is 10 a.m. until noon. Spring Break: Water Balloon Fights! – Friday, March 24 What is spring break without a good ole fashioned water balloon fight? We will be providing water balloons and you must also bring your own. Snacks will be provided from 12 – 2 p.m. Registration required, $3 per person. Not My Kid Education Presentation – Wednesday, March 29 Power Ranch families have the opportunity to learn the latest trends in cyber bullying, childhood/teen depression and warning signs of drug-use. Not My Kid helps families take a pro-active approach to communicating with tweens and teens about today’s issues. Join us on Wednesday, March 29 at 6:00pm in the Ranch House Flex Space. Movie Night – Friday, March 31 Aspire is hosting movie night in the park. All proceeds collected will go to Centennial Elementary PTO. Bring your blanket and/or chairs to enjoy a night under the stars. Trek the Trail – All of April Walk, Run or Bike your way through the community by trekking the trail. All month long everyone is encouraged to get out and enjoy the amazing weather while meeting your neighbors on the trail. Each trek you can enter to win a raffle prize. Join us for the Family Bike Night to kick off the new Trek the Trail monthly initiative. Ladies Bunco – Saturday, April 1 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. BYOBeverage. $5 to play. Space for 36. Space fills quickly. RSVP to reserve your spot: prbunco@gmail.com. Power Ranch Angels Meeting – Monday, April 3 Looking for a way to give back to the community? Join us in looking for ways to help others in and around the community. Give as little or as much time as your schedule allows, all are welcomed. Come to the ranch house at 7:00pm, light refreshments will be served. Email:powerranchangels@gmail.com Family Bike Night – Wednesday, April 5 Get the whole family out on a nice evening bike ride. Starting at the Carriage House, we will be trekking the trail all the way to the Barn. All who attend will not only have memorable family time but will also be entered to win a prize for trekking the trail. This family fun night
is a free and fun way to get some light exercise and good times! Register online and a route map will be emailed to you. Morning Meet Up – April 5 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 - 10:30 a.m. Have a cup of coffee, tea, juice or snack and chat a while. Just drop in. Egg Scramble w/ Eggtastic Waffle Bar – Saturday, April 8 Join family, friends and neighbors at the classic egg scramble with an eggcellent twist! Build your own waffle bar with glorious topping choices. Egg hunts for different age groups will have set times, please register early to reserve your spot. $4 per person includes breakfast, egg hunt and fun activities. ASPIRE Meeting – April 11 The next meeting is from 6:30 -8 p.m. in the Ranch House Clubhouse. For membership info or questions, Kim@EliteShuttersAndBlinds. com. To find out more about joining or to see if there is space in your business category: www.powerranchbusinesses.com Teen Egg Scramble – Friday, April 14 The egg hunt is even more challenging this year. Look for more prizes and more cash! We are making this event even more eggciting! DJ will be spinning live music. $4 per person gets you in the game. Pizza and Paint – Saturday, April 15 Paint your own masterpiece with the assistance of Brushworks Studio. All the materials are 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. Lady Bug Release – Friday, April 21 Power Ranch is partnering with Power Ranch Elementary to host the annual lady bug release. Happy Hour on the Patio – Friday, April 21 Live music and food will be served. This happy hour is $8 per person. Play In Our Drum Circle – Saturday, April 22 Drumming reduces stress, boosts the immune system, enhances relaxation, creates a sense of community, AND is just plain 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 Power Ranch Community Garage Sale – Saturday, April 29 Interested in joining the community garage sale, register via the email blast. Registration includes the $2 fee and your sale will be listed on the community map. Ads will be placed online. Community signs will also be placed at all entrances. This event is partnered with Power Ranch Elementary and Goodwill for a community pick up afterwards. Gaining Fitness Momentum or Calling All Fitness Instructors We are looking for exciting new fitness programming in the ranch house to include Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Strength Training, Tai Chi and more. Anyone interested in starting and/or expanding their classes please call or email Rebecca at rbenavidez@ccmcnet. com. Morning, afternoon and evening slots are available. MARCH / APRIL 2017 | POWER RANCH LIVING MAGAZINE | 15