National French Fry Month!
When I was growing up in Alaska, the sun did not set until very late, so my parents would pile us kids in the back of the station wagon, and we would go to watch the fireworks at midnight. It was a very pretty show; they shot the fireworks off a barge in the middle of the channel over the water. We always had a pretty good firework show in Alaska. There were many cruise ships in the harbor that the city wanted to impress. One of my other favorite places to watch the fireworks show is in Ouray, Colorado. It is such a cute, little town, and my cousin, who is the fire chief, would let us come up the mountain and watch up close. I have also watched the fireworks many times from the middle of the outfield after a Colorado Rockies game at Coors Field in downtown Denver, Colorado. I hope you have fond memories of some of your family’s firework experiences, and there is always room to make new memories this year!
Fireworks are part of the American culture, and the 4th of July celebrations would not feel right without them. The first fireworks were used as early as 200 BC. The tradition of setting off fireworks on the 4th of July began in Philadelphia, on July 4th, 1777, during the first organized celebration of Independence Day. Ship cannons fired a 13-gun salute in honor of the 13 colonies. The Pennsylvania Evening Post reported, “At night there was a grand exhibition of fireworks (which began and concluded with thirteen rockets) on the Commons, and the city was beautifully illuminated.” That same night, the Sons of Liberty set off fireworks over Boston Common. The tradition of a patriotic celebration became even more widespread after the War of 1812, in which the United States once again faced Great Britain.
In 1870, the U.S. Congress made July 4th a federal holiday; in 1941, the provision was expanded to grant a paid holiday to all federal employees. Over the years, the political importance of the holiday would decline, but Independence Day remained an important national holiday and a symbol of patriotism. This year’s City fireworks show will be launched from Dixie Tech University at 10pm. Tune into 99.9 KONY Country for a patriotic tribute to America with music and narration synchronized to the fireworks. Locations to watch the fireworks will be updated on the city website. Type the following link to find the most updated information about the city’s 4th of July firework presentation, and for firework restrictions at https://www.sgcity.org/4th/4thofjulyfireworks.
This year’s SunRiver Patriotic Celebration Breakfast will be held on July 3rd, 2023, starting at 9am. A big thank you to the American Legion Post 142 for presenting the colors and doing so much for our SunRiver St George Community. Chef Ryan is preparing a traditional breakfast to start your day off right! Enjoy a filling meal of pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, and a delightful patriotic parfait. After your tummies are full and your taste buds are satisfied, enjoy a patriotic presentation by the Theater Club. This year’s Theater Club presentation will also include a special-guest appearance of our Event Coordinator’s wife, Raina Thorne, who is a professional opera singer. We are honored that she is willing to give her time to us on this special day, to entertain and lift us up with her patriotic music. You will leave this event feeling ready to celebrate Independence Day!
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Thank you to all the Veterans who have sacrificed so much for all of us to enjoy our many freedoms. We hope to see everyone at this special event, either for breakfast and the show or just the show. If you are wanting a ticket just for the show, those tickets are also available on the website; we want as many people as possible to support the Theater Club and all their efforts to make this event so special. From all of us at PMP, we wish you and your family a happy Independence Day and safe travels, if you are heading out of town to celebrate with family or friends.
As a reminder, the Community Center will have limited staffing on Tuesday, July 4th, from 9am-5pm. All guests must be checked in during staffed hours to enjoy the facilities, including the sports courts. For those who have company coming to visit, children’s swim is daily from 2-3:30pm, but please note that there are no holiday-extended swim times while the outdoor pool is under construction. Guest cards are required, or a payment of $5 per guest, per day. Also, please note that a current guest waiver must be on file for each guest using the facilities. Guest waivers expire on January 1st of each year, so if your guests have not visited since last year, a new guest waiver is required. I recommend picking up the guest waivers prior to the arrival of your visitors and filling it out prior to arriving at the Community Center as this will expedite your check in process. A wristband will be assigned to each guest upon their arrival and must be worn at all times while using the facilities. We hope you will enjoy the facilities with your family, it’s a terrific way to burn off some of that energy while avoiding overheating outside.
FREE French Fries with any entrée lunch order for the month of July!
Enjoy a Decadent Banana Splits with Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry Ice Cream, Chopped Nuts, Cherries, Caramel Sauce, and House-Made Whipped Cream on Monday, July 17th from 2-3pm at the Poolside Cafe.
Enjoy this delicious lunch special of Breaded Cod served with Steakhouse Gouda Mac & Cheese and Brocolinii. Now that will tantalize those taste buds! Pickup from the Poolside Cafe on Tuesday, July 18th from 11:30am-2pm!
Ask the Staff - We are excited to hold our Ask the Staff again this month on Friday, July 21st, at 1pm in the Ballroom. This month we will be highlighting Landscaping, ARC, Maintenance, Communication, and Technology. If you have any specific questions in these areas, we encourage you to attend. Each department will cover one specific topic, which will be emailed out the week prior to the event, but there is plenty of time for questions and answers with the audience. We can’t wait to see you there!
The busy, busy days of spring have given way to those lazy, lazy days of summer. Your Resident Services Committee (RSC) calendar is reflecting these quieter days, with the following programs on a summer hiatus and starting up again in the fall.
PROGRAM
Coffee With A Cop
Stepping On
Walk With A Doc
NEXT DATE
Thursday, October 5th
Wednesday, October 11th
Tuesday, October 17th
Some programs will continue through the summer months, however. They include:
ONGOING PROGRAM
Caregivers Group
RSC Seminar
DATE(S)
Tuesday, July 25th at 10:30am
Thursday, August 17th at 2pm - Physical Therapy
Good Morning Sunshine
Beginning this summer
The RSC brings the above events/programs to you as a “Resident Service,” meeting the needs of SunRiver Residents on an ongoing basis. If you would like to be involved in helping to bring these many programs to our Residents, please contact Betty Jo McKinlay, Chair of the Resident Services Committee, at bettyjomckinlay@gmail.com or (801) 830-1989.
By Andy Margles
Hi. My name is Foodie, and I am an ice-cream-oholic. When I first arrived in the area, almost seven years ago, I was not sure if I could live in a land of fast-food, frozen custards and supermarket ice creams. I needed something better to feed my lifelong habit, but other than the gelato at Harmons, there was nothing really great available in the area. Oh, the horror!
Flash forward to today. The local, premium ice-cream scene has virtually exploded with the addition of two Utah creameries, Alumni and Snelgrove’s and another from Northeast Ohio, Handel’s. These three, plus the incredible gelato (Italy’s upscale version of ice cream) from Harmons, now make up the “cream of the crop” of the local, frozen dessert market. As my everexpanding waistline can attest, I tried them all, so you don’t have to. The sacrifices I make for you readers…
Harmons, (two locations) imports all of their gelato ingredients directly from Italy and then combines them in-house. Having visited Italy, I can attest that the gelato at Harmons tastes just as good as any we had there. As a plus, gelato is less fattening than ice cream, having more milk but less cream. However, because gelato is churned at a slower speed than ice cream, it has less air and thus is denser. End of science lesson.
If that all sounds confusing, I promise that if you like ice cream, you will LOVE gelato. If you already love gelato, Harmons’ version is about as good as it gets. The store carries around a dozen flavors daily, plus a few sorbets. It is sold by several minicup sizes, pints, and quarts. It can be pricey. There is in-store seating.
When I saw the Handel’s sign appear one day on Bluff Street, I almost drove my car off the road! Being a former kid from Cleveland, Ohio, I was familiar with and loved this chain, as it started in nearby Youngstown. Their product is made fresh daily, in-store and they have forty-five flavors on-hand, including some tasty, vegan choices. Handel’s is justifiably famous for having a lot of “stuff” in their ice cream. For example, black cherry ice cream has huge, whole cherries in it, while butter pecan is loaded with whole nuts. Sold by quarts, pints, cones, and cups. There is no inside seating, but there are benches outside.
Alumni Creamery, on S 3000 E, comes to us from BYU, where it originated and from where the product is shipped. They have about thirty flavors, including the best-selling Graham Canyon and Raspberry Cream Cheese. The unusual ice cream flavors and lusciousness of the product are simply outstanding! While they do not sell pints or quarts, they do have a six-scoop sampler, as well as cones/cups. They also have considerable table seating inside.
Snelgrove Ice Cream, E Brigham Road, is owned by descendants of the Snelgrove family, who started the eponymous ice cream store in Salt Lake City. This new location even uses many of the original recipes from the former iconic shop. Snelgrove makes their premium ice cream in extremely small batches and has fewer flavors (16) to choose from than the other ice cream shops. It may very well have the creamiest tasting product of the bunch, which is really impressive. Some of their interesting flavors include Burnt Almond Fudge, Blueberry Goat Cheese, and Raspberry Oreo. They are sold by pints, cones, and cups and there is some table and bench seating.
Verdict: My personal favorite is Handel’s because they have the biggest selection. Their ice cream has an overabundance of nuts and fruits, and they are the most cost-effective (by purchasing by the quart). However, if you are an ice cream connoisseur, you will absolutely be thrilled with any of these four places! Which one you choose may well have more to do with its location, or the particular flavors it carries, than the quality of its offerings.
RESTAURANT NEWS: Kaiseki Sushi and Jay Bird’s Nashville Hot Chicken opened at the mall in mid-May. Stay tuned for future reviews on them, if warranted.
Agree? Disagree? Found a great new place?
I can be reached at Andymargles@gmail com
All suggestions, opinions, and feedback are solely the responsibility of the reviewer and not SunRiver St George Community Association
“All the news that’s fit to eat”
The SunRiver labyrinth was a project of the Meditation Group in July of 2010 and was dedicated on September 11th of that year. The Meditation Group has taken on the responsibility of upkeep for the labyrinth, but this year Barbara Rose, a longtime member, provided a complete refresh of the labyrinth. If you haven’t been by lately, check it out.
The SunRiver labyrinth is a circuit labyrinth modeled after the labyrinth in Chartres Cathedral in Chartres, France. This labyrinth represents the four directions, four seasons, or four elements. As you walk, you pass back and forth through these areas on your way to the center. The center is represented by the six petaled rose emphasizing human love, divine love, beauty, purity, spiritual awakening, and enlightenment. When you leave the center, you take these qualities with you out into the world.
Walking the labyrinth is easy. It is a moving meditation. You only need to follow the path to the center, being aware that you are walking. It is not a maze - you cannot get lost. After you reach the center, you reverse your walk. Walking the labyrinth is usually a solitary, meditative experience. Occasionally we will meet in a group and walk together, enjoying the energy of friends - sharing the experience.
The SunRiver labyrinth is next to the Dog Park at the end of the Sun River Parkway. You are welcome to enjoy it anytime.
Summer wildfires…oh my! Fortunately, here in SunRiver we don’t have to worry about large-scale forest fires. However, there is a possibility we could have a brush fire of some sort, but even that is rated a low risk by the St. George Fire Department.
Several years ago, here in St. George, a house caught on fire, which spread to another house, and then to another house. All three were a total loss. That fire happened during an exceptionally windy day and there were likely other extenuating circumstances, but it illustrates that fire is always a risk and not always our friend.
In the SunRiver CC&R’s, Article 6, section 18 states: No Hazardous Activity No activity may be conducted on any Lot or within SunRiver that is or would be considered by a reasonable person to be unreasonably dangerous or hazardous, which would cause the cancellation of conventional homeowners’ insurance policy. This includes, without limitation, the storage of caustic, toxic, flammable, explosive or Hazardous Materials in excess of those reasonable and customary for household uses, the discharge of firearms or fireworks - Gas and propane fueled fire are permitted in contained fire pits and barbeques when properly supervised, (emphasis added)
In SunRiver, let us enjoy the summer and holiday seasons, but let us also be safe for ourselves and our neighbors. No fireworks, please! Also, keep a fire extinguisher handy when cooking or enjoying other outdoor, firerelated activities.
…Team #1, consisting of Jane Blakesley and Dianne Fahrney. These ladies won five straight games over two nights to reign victorious over thirteen teams. Second place went to Keith and Becky Fortie and Suzanne Doughty, and Karen Stebbings garnered third place. All three teams received gift cards from the Poolside Café.
Winning games in Pegs and Jokers is a combination of lucky cards and skillful strategy. Everyone who played had a good time, regardless of whether they won or not. Jane stepped in at the last minute when Dianne’s partner couldn’t play. They are friends from Quilt Club and church, and they both enjoy playing Pegs and Jokers at home with family and friends on their own game boards. They let their husbands stay home while they come to the Community Center to play with different people - it’s an outing and it’s “good for the brain.” Dianne’s reaction when she received her gift card was, “Shrimp Tacos!”
Thursday evenings bring multiple tables of SunRiver Residents together to enjoy playing this fun game and make new friends. We are always happy to have more people join our congenial group. Draw a number to be seated with others or play with friends of your own choice!
If you ever played Sorry or Aggravation when you were younger, you will catch right on. Pegs and Jokers adds a few twists and turns, depending on the cards you play. Some people have played a similar game called Marbles. It is not difficult to learn, so come and have fun with us!
Linda Jenkins, Treasurer
P & J Winners: Undefeated, first place winning team
- Dianne Fahrney & Jane Blakesley
P & J 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Places: First Place - Dianne Fahrney & Jane Blakesley
Second Place - Keith & Becky Fortie
Third Place - Suzanne Doughty & Karen Stebbing
P & J Championship Game: the championship game being played between the 1st and 2nd place teams listed above
And the winner of the semi-annual tournament is….
Pegs
Properly maintained pools like ours can be considered by some to be cleaner than gyms because you are underwater and don’t have others right on top of you (or failing to wipe down equipment after use or coughing away on the adjacent treadmill).
If you want to get serious, the rhythmic breathing relied on when swimming or exercising in the pool can be helpful in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety while also aiding in relaxation.
Indoor cycling and running are purely cardiovascular, while swimming in the pool is a full-body workout that relies on water resistance to build muscle. Exercising in the pool is not (as often thought) just cardiovascular, but is, instead, a full-body workout. Swimming also improves your blood circulation. As your heart rate increases, it sends more blood and oxygen through the rest of your body, thus improving your circulation.
Because swimming is a full-body, bilateral, rhythmic form of exercise, it is great for cross-training. Do not let the loss of access to our Outdoor Pool leave you in a rut. Take advantage of the great options which remain available to you each and every day in our great Indoor Pool!
Granted, during our beautiful St. George summer days, there is not much that beats swimming and sunbathing under our wonderful blue skies. But until those days return, visit the indoor pool and let the beautiful outdoors come to you as the glass doors open to let the St. George summer days come into you!
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All information is tentative and subject to change. For a more detailed and up-to-date calendar see your email and check out the Full Calendar under the Lifestyle tab on the SunRiverStGeorge.com website.
Mahjong club members had a very, busy month of May. Our tournament Chairpersons, Linda Andrus and Donna Walsh, conducted a tournament that was open for all members to participate. The goal was to see who could make the most Mahjongs (wins), get the most Kongs (four of a kind), or have the highest scores. The totals were collected each day, and on Wednesday, May 31st, we held a playoff of the four players who earned the highest scores in each category.
The winners were: Total High Score - Sarah Vogel; Most Mahjongs - Kay McManus (it was also her birthday - winner, winner!); Most Kongs - Mo Harris. Each was awarded a ten-dollar, gift card from the Poolside Café.
We also had a Mahjong puzzle drawing; the winner was Kathy Van Zant and Debbie Pately has played for many years with the club and earned her first ever bouquet (four flower tiles).
We have fifty-one members who enjoy the game and the companionship of friends each Tuesday from 12:30-3pm. We will always welcome new players; just stop in to see us!
We also have a lot of fun events planned throughout the year, so keep on coming!
Another reminder regarding summer hiking - sunny days are perfect for lacing up your boots and heading out in search of a lake, a mountain summit, or a dramatic slot canyon. But along with the sun can come intense heat, and if you do not manage the combination of the two properly, your fun day can turn into a painful and potentially dangerous one. Avoid the hottest time of the day by considering going for a hike during the evening. Also, stay in the shade and hike near water. Choose to wear light colors and loose, breathable clothing. Cover-up, it may seem counterintuitive to put extra clothes on in hot weather, but the added coverage can provide necessary protection from UV rays, especially for people with sensitive skin. A lightweight, long-sleeve shirt, sun sleeves, and a neck gaiter can provide effective protection. Put a hat on. Cool your neck by using a bandana, gaiter, or lightweight cloth that can be saturated in water and worn over your head or around your neck. Carry a hydration pack; it might seem like a small difference, but having a sip tube always at the ready will make you more likely to hydrate frequently than if you have to reach for a water bottle.
Sunburn, dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are some of the most common health concerns related to hot weather hiking. Symptoms of heat exhaustion are heavy sweating, rapid pulse, faintness, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and headache. It is important to treat heat exhaustion immediately if you or another hiker is showing symptoms. Get out of the heat, rehydrate, and cool off. To prevent heat exhaustion, take time to acclimate and ease into hiking in hot weather. Stay hydrated. Wear appropriate clothing. Rest in the shade and know what you are capable of. Be honest about your level of fitness and choose hikes that complement your abilities.
Be safe and stay cool,
Jil Baird, Hiking Club Secretary(701) 260-3089
jilbaird2015@gmail.com
Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
Pine Park, Hike Leader: Marietta Rigby
Event Time: 7:30am-3:30pm
Tuesday, July 11th, 2023
Bartizan Arch
Hike Leaders: Steve Mobbs and Marianne Orton
Event Time: 7:30am-3pm
Tuesday, July 18th, 2023
Valentine Peak
Hike Leaders: Greg and Naomi Marshall
Event Time: 7:30am-3pm
Tuesday, July 25th, 2023
Navajo Lake and Virgin Rim Trail
Hike Leaders: Walter Sonnichsen
Event Time: 7am-3pm
French Fry Month
This deal is available during the Poolside Café’s lunchtime window schedule for the entire month of July! Buy any lunch menu entrée and get an order of French fries for free
Order through Toast on the website or app or in person at the Poolside Café window
Time: 11:30am-2pm
Independence Day Breakfast & Show
Breakfast: Pancakes, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, and Patriotic Parfaits
Date: Monday, July 3rd
Time: 9am-12pm
Location: Ballroom
Ticket: $12
Ticket Deadline- Monday, June 26th
National Sugar Cookie Day
Get some of the best Short Dough Sugar Cookies in town right here at your own Poolside Café
Date: Monday, July 10th
Time: 2-3pm
Location: Pick Up at the Poolside Café Window
Ticket: Single Cookie $1
Half a Dozen Cookies $4
One Dozen Cookies $6
Ticket Deadline: Friday, July 7th
Fried Chicken Day
Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Green Beans, and Corn Bread
Date: Monday, July 10th
Time: 4:30-6pm
Preorder on Toast: $12
Preorder Deadline: July 3rd
National Ice Cream Day
Banana Split: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry Ice Cream, with Chopped Nuts, Cherries, Caramel Sauce, and Whipped Cream
Date: Monday, July 17th
Time: 2-3pm
Ticket: $7
Ticket Deadline: Monday, July 10th
National Mac & Cheese Day
Breaded Cod, Gouda Mac & Cheese, & Broccolini
Order as a lunch special at the Poolside Café window or kiosk
Date: Tuesday, July 18th
Time: 11:30-2pm
Location: Poolside Café
Cost: $14
National Avocado Day
Avocado Burger
Order as a lunch special at the Poolside Café window or kiosk
Date: Monday, July 31st
Time: 11:30-2pm
Location: Poolside Café
Cost: $6
Burrito Barn: Monday, July 3rd
Charred Local Grill: Monday, July 10th
Wild Thyme: Tuesday, July 18th
Papa Gyro: Wednesday, July 26th
Hook’d On Bowls: Monday, July 31st
*All July Food Trucks are from 4-7pm
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Let’s Dance
Date: Tuesday, July 18th
Time: 6-8pm; doors open at 5:30pm Location: Ballroom
Ticket: $8.50
Ticket Deadline: Sunday, July 9th
Science Night
Lunar Exploration
Date: Tuesday, July 11th
Time: 5:30-7pm; doors open at 5pm Location: Ballroom
Meal Ticket (Meat Lover’s Pizza): $7.50
Meal Ticket Deadline: Tuesday, July 4th
Popcorn Only Ticket: $1.50
Popcorn Only Ticket Deadline: Monday, July 10th
All You Can Eat
Paprika Chicken with Egg Noodles and served with HouseMade Bread
Date: Wednesday, July 12th
Time: 5:30-7pm; doors open at 5pm Location: Ballroom
Ticket: $12
Ticket Deadline: Wednesday, July 5th
Pizza & Karaoke
Artichoke and Chicken with White Sauce
Date: Monday, July 17th
Time: 5:30-7pm; doors open at 5pm
Location: Ballroom
Meal Ticket: $8.50
Meal Ticket Deadline: Monday, July 10th
Karaoke & Drink Only Ticket: $3.50
Karaoke & Drink tickets sold until the end of the event
Cultural Dinner
Beef Pho
Date: Friday, July 28th
Time: 5:30-7pm; doors open at 5pm
Location: Ballroom
Ticket: $14
Ticket Deadline: Friday, July 21st
Seminars
Hughes Mortuary
Advanced Funeral & Cremation Planning
Date: Thursday, July 13th
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Cost: Free
Reserve your ticket online
Fitness Health Seminar presented by Weston Welch
Food & Fun: Meal plan for outdoor fun
Date: Wednesday, July 19th
Time: 4-5pm
Location: Game Room
It has been over half a century since astronauts last walked on our closest celestial neighbor, the Moon. By exploring our Moon, planetary scientists have been able to better understand how our own planet formed 4.6 billion years ago.
NASA and its contractors have been preparing to send astronauts back to the Moon since the space shuttle was retired back in 2011. A new Heavy Lift Launch Vehicle (HLV) is required to send humans into lunar orbit. It is called Space Launch System (SLS), and it successfully completed its maiden launch in November 2022. Over the last ten years, I have been following the development of this new, crew-rated, Exploration Class rocket. This presentation will look back at some of the early missions to the Moon and discusses the development of SLS and Orion. It will end with a of a preview of what we can expect with regards to lunar exploration in the next few years.
Our presenter this month, Don Hladiuk, has been deeply involved in astronomy and spaceflight since he watched the launch of John Glenn on television back in 1962.
Since 1984, Don has been heard on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s morning show, the Calgary Eyeopener, where he shares his passion for astronomy and space exploration with Southern Albertans.
In addition to astrophotography, Don has also been up-close with his cameras, capturing views of rocket launches. He has shared his imagery on local television news programs and has two cover photos for Spaceflight magazine.
Last year, Don attended the first rollout and launch of the SLS moon rocket.
Don is an active volunteer with several organizations (e.g., Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park and Brown Bagging 4 Kids) and has asteroid 73704 named after him for his many years sharing astronomy and space exploration highlights to the general public.
ATTITUDE
CHALLENGE COMMITMENT
CONTROL
EMOTIONAL FEELINGS
HAPPINESS
HEALTH
HONESTY
Across
1. Employ a dirk
5. Lock of Goldilocks
10. Concert props
14. Elegant
15. Mariner’s need
16. Wife in “A Doll’s House”
17. Group member
18. Baku is its capital
20. Extinct creature
22. Struck, to King James
23. At all times
24. Catholic tribunal
26. College at Cambridge
29. Mbabane is its capital
34. Spell casters
36. Operatic prince
37. Kanga’s tyke
38. Enthusiastic
39. Burdened
41. Pats on lightly
42. Understanding
43. Ready for anything
44. Fit for the table
46. Much of a Patagonian’s motherland
49. Sisters’ three
50. Glasgow girl
51. Alexander, e.g.
53. Attribute
56. Lures
60. Chetnik’s country
63. Keystone State city
64. Jaunty
65. Embellish
66. Ocean route
67. Important times
68. Performed obeisance
69. Bowie’s model wife
Down
1. Seedy sector
2. Salad ingredient, perhaps
3. Japan, Germany and Italy
4. Improved
5. Deal in baseball
6. Sweeney Todd’s tools
7. Setting in Haydn’s “The Creation”
8. John’s title
9. Express despair, in a way
10. Kind of cracker
11. Muddy Waters’ “Got My ___ Working”
12. Type of fall
13. Sound upstairs
19. Active state
21. Completed
24. Fury
25. Important layer
26. R&B singer Khan
27. Bar used as a pry
28. Handing out pink slips
30. Spread
31. Some riding horses
32. Aristocratic
33. Prescribed amounts
35. Louvers
40. “Lucky Jim” author
41. Former British prime minister Benjamin
43. Camping menaces
45. Honeybunch
47. T.S. and George
48. Dress code concern
52. Witness’ spot
53. It can be bold
54. Sorry sort
55. Pearl Mosque site
56. Declare
57. Hit the books
58. Grammy winner Turner
59. Witnessed
61. You may see a reaction in one
62. Trouble
