OCTOBER 2026 NEWSLETTER
A COBBLESTONE COMMUNITY
FROM THE MANAGER’S DESK, Chris Goodman difference. We hope you enjoy a safe and pleasant October filled with good health, friendship, and Arizona sunshine.
Happy October! As the weather begins to cool, we look forward to enjoying more time outdoors and welcoming the beautiful fall season here in Arizona. This month is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with neighbors, participate in community activities, and enjoy everything Rock Shadows has to offer.
Warm regards, Raquel Rotar
600 S IDAHO ROAD • APACHE JUNCTION, AZ 85119
October Community Highlights •
Pedestals are currently being installed for Phase One. If your home has not yet had a new pedestal installed, it will be soon—how exciting! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me, and I will do my best to get answers for you.
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Please watch your speed while driving through the community. As the weather cools down, many of your neighbors will be out and about enjoying our lovely Arizona weather. Please be mindful of pedestrians, bicycles, and golf carts.
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COMMUNITY NUMBERS
Community Office..................................... (480) 982-0450 opt 5 Community Sales Team........................... (480) 982-0450 opt 1 Activities Office........................................ (480) 982-0450 opt 3 Reservations............................................. (480) 982-0452 opt 2 Rock Shadows After Hours Emergency... (480) 982-0450 opt 4
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Pinal County Sheriff........................................... (520) 866-7419 City of Apache Junction Police Department.... (480) 982-8260 Emergency.............................................................................911
NEWSLETTER DESIGN
Jo Schafrik..................... Jovonda@SaguaroDesignStudio.com
If you see something, say something. If you notice someone who appears to be out of place in our community, please contact the office during business hours. Outside of office hours, please contact the appropriate authorities. Let’s work together to keep our Rockstars safe.
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October Reminders •
Keep walkways and common areas clear.
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Notify management of maintenance concerns or safety issues as soon as possible.
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Please make sure your contact information is up to date with the office so you can receive important community updates.
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We have such a fun season planned, with opportunities to gather, get creative, celebrate, and simply enjoy spending time together. Be sure to check the events listed in the app—you won’t want to miss what we have in store!
MONTHLY CHUCKLE
A Note from Management Thank you to everyone who helps make Rock Shadows a friendly and upbeat community. Your participation, cooperation, and neighborly spirit make a meaningful
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MESSAGE FROM YOUR ROCK SHADOWS SALES TEAM, Lacey & Anna The Season Is Getting Busy
October is here, and with the cooler weather comes one of our favorite times of year at Rock Shadows — seeing familiar faces return and welcoming new ones to the neighborhood!
With winter residents returning and more people looking for homes, we expect to see some increased activity around Rock Shadows this fall. If you've noticed a home for sale in the neighborhood, take a peek — you never know when you might meet the next great neighbor!
As people begin coming back into town, we also start to see more activity around the community. Friends reconnect, neighbors catch up, and there’s a little extra energy in the air.
Homes that come on the market can also move quickly when buyers are ready to settle in and enjoy the season. That keeps things interesting and gives our community new faces and new stories to share
Here's to Another Great Season
New Neighbors, New Friendships
Whether you've lived at Rock Shadows for years or you're one of the newest members of the community, October is a great time to enjoy everything our neighborhood has to offer.
One of the fun things about home sales in Rock Shadows is that every sale brings the opportunity to welcome someone new into our community.
So welcome back to everyone returning for the season, and a big WELCOME to the new neighbors who will be joining us!
A new homeowner isn't just getting a house — they're becoming part of the neighborhood. They may be the next person you meet at an activity, sit beside at an event, or wave to while taking an evening walk.
Here's to cooler days, good friends, new neighbors, and plenty of fun ahead.
And for those of us who have been here a while, there’s something special about watching new neighbors discover all the things that make Rock Shadows such a great place to call home.
Lacey & Ana
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ALUMINUM CAN COLLECTION Hello, I have been asked to take over the can collection from Shirley. Please leave your clean, crushed (if possible) cans in a bag in the marked garbage container at #636. The cans will be picked up there every weekend by Veteran Rick Siappa and taken to VFW Post 9399 on Saguaro Drive. If you need pickup, call or text (715) 495-3162 mid-October through mid-May. Our Vets Thank You and the landfills do too. God Bless America! Chris Geiger
MONTHLY CHUCKLE
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THE DIVE BAR CAFÉ AT SUPERSTITION SUNRISE Open Tuesdays – Saturdays • • •
Coffee: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 10:30 AM Lunch: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Please note that the Dive Bar will be CLOSED on Sundays & Mondays through March of 2027, when we return to summer hours. Come and support Suzy and her crew, while you enjoy great coffee, delicious food, and friendly vibes at the Dive Bar! Dive Bar Staff Suzy, Brenda, Leah, & Emily
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MESSAGE FROM THE ACTIVITIES TEAM, Lynette, Nicole, Carol, & Jim HAPPY OCTOBER FROM ACTIVITIES!
pre-pay for your shirt on the app and then call or stop by the Activities Office and make sure we have your correct shirt size.
First of all, we would like to welcome Sherry Roach to Activities; we are so excited to have her officially on the team!
Once you get your shirt, the fun really begins! Tie-dye it, bedazzle it, cut it, fringe it, decorate it, or make it completely your own and enter in our Rockstock t-shirt contest. We can’t wait to see everyone’s creations at Rockstock!
October is here, and we can finally say WELCOME BACK! We’re so excited to see familiar faces returning to Rock Shadows and to feel the park coming back to life! A brand-new season is getting underway, and we have plenty of fun, food, music, and dancing, and great times ahead. Be sure to keep an eye on the APP so you don’t miss upcoming events, RSVP deadlines, or important updates!
WITCHES & WARLOCKS HALLOWEEN DANCE & COSTUME CONTEST
ROCKSTOCK 2026 IS ALMOST HERE!
Our FIRST DANCE OF THE SEASON is coming up on October 30th with our Witches & Warlocks Halloween Dance featuring Holy Smokes!
It’s time to dust off those dancing shoes—and maybe your broomsticks too!
Can you believe our Rockstock Welcome Back Party is right around the corner? Thursday, November 12th 7:00–10:00 PM
Start brewing up those costume ideas because we want to see your best spooky, silly, creative, and magical looks. It’s going to be a wickedly fun way to kick off dance season!
We’re kicking off another amazing season with a groovy night of fun! Break out those bell-bottoms, peace signs, tiedyed accessories, and flower power because we’re going back in time for one far-out Welcome Back Party!
October is just the beginning, and we have an exciting season ahead. Check the APP often, get those RSVPs in, and get ready for another fantastic season at Rock Shadows!
Make sure you RSVP on the APP and don’t forget about your Rockstock T-shirt! If you would like one, please
Lynette, Nichole, Suzy, Sherry, and Jim
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Friends Make the Best Neighbors!
When friends or family purchase a new home
Earn $2,500 Resident Referral Card Referred By
Referral
Name _______________________ Phone ________________
Name _______________________ Phone ________________
Address ___________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________
Email _____________________________________________
Email _____________________________________________
(480) 982-0450 | RockShadows.com 600 South Idaho Rd | Apache Junction, AZ 85119
Referral incentives are valid only on homes owned and sold by Rock Shadows. Referral card must be presented on initial visit. All resident referrals must be new customers. Valid on new corporate inventoried homes with a minimum purchase price of $10,000. Referred customers must execute contract by 12/31/2026. All local, state, and federal income taxes are the responsibility of the recipient. Brokered homes are ineligible for referral incentive program. Visit our office for more details.
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Rock Shadows RV Resort
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13 1-3pm Pet Costume Contest and Furry Friends Vendor Fair (Community Center Front Patio)
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28 4-6pm Sales “I Love Lucy” Happy Hour – Ricky & Lucy Costume Contest (Community Center)
1-3pm Autumn Harvest Farmers Market (Community Center Front Patio)
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4-6pm Sip & Paint Spooky Style (Community Center) Must RSVP on the app
Wednesday
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3-5pm Pumpkin Carving Contest (Community Center) Must RSVP on app
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15 4-6pm Sales Mad Hatter Happy Hour – “Wear Your Funniest Hat” Contest (Poolside)
4-6pm Sales Breast Cancer Awareness Happy Hour - “How Pink Can You Get” Costume Contest (Poolside)
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30 7-10pm “Witches & Warlocks” Halloween Dance & Costume Contest w/ Holy Smokes"– Appetizers & beverages will be supplied (Community Center) $15 pp, Must pay in advance on the app
23 7pm Moonlight Movie Watch Party; “Practical Magic” (Poolside) Movie starts at 7:30pm
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7pm Moonlight Movie Watch Party; “Hocus Pocus” (Poolside) Movie starts at 7:30pm
Please see Activity staff, or call (480) 982-0452 with any questions.
12 9:30am Coffee & Donuts (Community Center) 11am-1pm Sales Open House (Sales Office) 5-7pm Music Squares Bingo (Community Center) 19 9:30am Coffee & Donuts (Community Center) 11am-1pm Sales Open House (Sales Office) 4-7pm Sales Bash – Moonlight Margaritas (Poolside) 26 9:30am Coffee & Donuts (Community Center) 11am-1pm Sales Open House (Sales Office) 5-7pm Music Squares Bingo (Community Center)
9:30am Coffee & Donuts “Coffee with a Cop” (Community Center) 11am-1pm Sales Open House (Sales Office) 5-7pm Music Squares Bingo @ SPS (Ballroom)
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October, 2026
October 2026 Activities Calendar
600 SOUTH IDAHO ROAD, APACHE JUNCTION, AZ 85119 | (480) 982-0450 | ROCKSHADOWS.COM
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