Villa Novia Voice - May 2024

Villa Novia Voice

Neighborhood Watch

Please join us Wednesday, May 8 j 4 pm in the Clubhouse. Mel Roark from Synergy will be the guest speaker. He will explain and educate on the free programs offered by the company. All residents are welcome. Come share your opinions and concerns. Everyone is welcome at our meetings. If you have suggestions or concerns, please attend our meetings. Health and safety are our priorities.

Contact Ruth Thornton: 619.607.8562

SENIOR RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (SRA)

The monthly SRA meeting will be held Saturday, May 18th j 10 – 11 am in the Library

Minutes from previous meetings are available in the Library, within the SRA notebook.

Contact Susan Valdez: 619.888.5777

Coffee & Donuts

May 18th j 9-10 am in the Villa Novia Clubhouse

Enjoy FREE donuts & pastries compliments of Villa Novia management. It is an opportunity to get out of the house, appreciate our beautiful Southern California weather, make or renew old acquaintances. Neighborhood Watch Committee furnishes coffee, creamer, cups, napkins and plates from your generous donations.

TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Villa Novia Office: (619) 444-1030

May be used for community emergencies. Office telephone is forwarded to the responsible party

El Cajon Police: (619) 579-3311 El Cajon Fire Department: (619) 441-1601

NEWSLETTER CONNECTIONS

If you have comments, ideas, or would like to submit articles and events for consideration in the Newsletter:

Text: 619.368.8927

Email: rick.precop@cmadistributors.com

Dinner & A Concert In El Cajon

Downtown El Cajon’s Prescott Promenade will host the concert series beginning May 3 and continuing every Friday through September from 6 to 8 p.m. The locale is surrounded by a variety of restaurants for your dining pleasure.

Twisted Sister, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band will be the initial musical act.

They will be followed this May by: Soul Persuaders, Patrick Trampus, Detroit Underground and the Morgan Leigh Band.

Eat, drink, and be Merry!

America on Main Street

America on Main Street is a celebration of the American spirit through appreciation and respect of the many diverse ethnic and historical groups in the community. Highlights include multiple stages of live entertainment, American and ethnic food booths, rides, arts, crafts and display booths, a petting zoo, bounce houses and more!

This year’s event is on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Admission and most activities are free of charge. Entertainment events are scheduled throughout the day culminating with a Laser Show at 8:45pm.

This entertaining and exciting event is held every year in Downtown El Cajon, on East Main Street and Rea Avenue, between Magnolia and Claydelle Avenues.

Cinco de Mayo is the celebration of the victory on May 5, 1862 by the Mexican troops under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza, who defeated the French forces of Napoleon III at the Battle of Puebla, located southeast of Mexico City.

The city, which was later renamed Puebla de Zaragoza, is the site

of a museum devoted to the battle and the battlefield itself is maintained as a park.

While it is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in areas with large Mexican-American populations.

Vegan Pastry Aficionados

Delicious delicacies are available at the Split Bakehouse; just a short distance away in the Grossmont Center. The owner, Vanessa, is a practicing vegan and uses King Arthur Flour and Organic Sugar (No-bone char here!). They have vibrant pastries and use no artificial ingredients for food coloring.

Split Bakery offers a unique shopping experience. One views the pastries through their “bakery window” and order through their take-out window!

The walk-up window is open Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday the walk-up window is closed. Preorder pick-ups only.

Contact at:

orders@splitbakehouse.com 5500 Grossmont Center Dr. #219, La Mesa, CA 91942

https://splitbakehouse.com/pages/find-us

How is Your Common Knowledge?

1. How many grapes are needed to make one bottle of wine?

A. About 500

B. About 600

C. About 700

2. What is the rarest color of M & M candy?

A. Brown

B. Green

C. Tan

3. What is the most common color of M & M candy?

A. Red

B. Yellow

C. Blue

4. What do the 100 folds in a chef’s hat represent?

A. The 100 greatest chefs

B. The 100 ways to cook an egg

C. The 100 Year War

5. How many single rings make up the Olympic insignia and what color are they?

A. 5 – blue, yellow, black, green and red

B. 7 – black, blue, orange, yellow green, red and white

C. 5 – red, white, blue, orange and black

6. What is the name of the smallest country in the World?

A. Lichtenstein

B. Vatican City

C. Monaco

7. English is most closely related to what language?

A. Polish

B. Macedonian

C. German

8. The only species that have sex for pleasure are humans and what other mammal?

A. Dogs

B. Monkeys

C. Dolphins

9. What country produces the most coffee?

A. Brazil

B. Costa Rica

C. El Salvador

10. What would be Barbie’s measurements if she was alive and a life-sized woman?

A. 36-24-36

B. 39-23-33

C. 39-24-36

10. B - 39-23-33

9. A - Brazil

8. C - Dolphins

7. C - German

6. B - Vatican City

5. A – 5: blue, yellow, black, green, and red

4. B - The 100 ways to cook an egg

3. C - Blue

2. A - Brown

1. C - About 700

Do You Need Work Done Around the House?

As senior citizens, we sometimes no longer want or no longer have the desire or ability to perform certain household chores. Yet, we still need individuals to perform services. Our goal is to generate a Villa Novia version of “Angie’s List.”

As a start, lawn work services are provided by: Rodney, Space 36 • 619. 277.0698 and Mr. Hernandez • 619. 822.4708.

Mark Appleton is a licensed electrician. His number is 619.954.1265.

Handy Man services are desperately needed. If you have a reference, please contact me. (Contact information is at the end of this article.)

No matter whose services are used, it is prudent to negotiate the cost and method of payment prior to services being rendered.

Editor’s Note: Please send information for other service providers to: rick.precop@cmadistributors.com or text 619.368.8927.

El Cajon Smartphone App

The city of El Cajon offers a proprietary smartphoneapplication for the convenience of its residents. A wealth of information is available at the touch of one’s fingers or you may report problems and issues observed.

For example, if you see an illegally parked or abandoned vehicle, you may snap a picture and forward it to the proper department for enforcement. Observe a street light not working, you will find the phone number to report the outage. Information on the government, the Magnolia, the various parks and recreation areas within the city is at your fingertips. The FREE app may be downloaded at GooglePlay or from the Apple Store.

Free Weekend Getaway

Karen Johnston is offering a free weekend at her A-frame cabin at Lake Cuyamaca in Julian in exchange for some painting. If you are interested, please email her at: KSjohnston726-51@gmail.com.

Barter your labor into a peaceful and relaxing weekend. Indulge in Julian’s famed apple pie, bakeries, and pastries. Treat yourself to a holiday getaway.

Be Aware of Solicitors

Villa Novia does not allow door-to-door solicitation. Should a sales representative come to your door please notify Villa Novia Management immediately (619) 444-1030.

Street Parking is Prohibited at Villa Novia

For the safety of everyone in the community, parking in the street in front of residents’ homes is prohibited. We are a neighborhood of Senior Citizens. Emergency vehicles are summoned with regularity. These fire trucks and ambulances need clear pathways. Each call could be a life-or- death situation where time is of the essence. Please take your neighbors, and yourself, into consideration.

The swimming pool will be officially opened March 24.

Villa Novia Swimming Pool

MAY 2024

30 Must Things to Do in San Diego

According to Trip Advisor, these are the 30 must things to do in San Diego at least once. How many have you done?

16. Old Point

17. Maritime Museum of San Diego 18. La Jolla Shores Park 19. Point Loma 20. Fort Rosencrans National Cemetery 21. Coronado Bridge

22. Sunset Cliffs National Park

23. Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial

24. Cabrillo National Monument

25. Petco Park

26. Torrey Pines State Natural Preserve

27. La Jolla Cove

28. Balboa Park

29. San Diego Zoo

30. U.S. Midway Museum

Loma Lighthouse

Old Point Loma Lighthouse

Memorial Day

Monday, May 27th Americans will be celebrating Memorial Day. Originating in the years following the Civil War, it was originally known as Decoration Day. It became an official Federal holiday in 1971. Many observe the day by visiting cemeteries or memorials holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of summer.

“Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them.” Franklin D. Roosevelt

“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.” — Ronald Reagan