RANCHERS’ ROUNDUP OCTOBER 2018

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THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DOBSON RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

OCTOBER 15, 2018

OCTOBER 2018

Table of Contents

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HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION The Dobson Association Administration Office 2719 S Reyes, Mesa, AZ 85202 480-831-8314 contact@dobsonranch.com www.dobsonranch.com Administration Hours Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm Closed Saturday and Sunday La Casita Recreation Center 2719 S Reyes, Mesa, AZ 85202 480-831-7464

Golf Tournament Page 14

Saratoga Recreation Center 2345 S Saratoga

Your Neighborhood | 2

Home & Garden | 6

Message From the Association President Dollar$ & $ense A Message from the Editor Things to Know Message from the Water Management Director 2018 Assessment

Green Thumb Awards Aquatic Weeds Removed from Lake 2 Architectural Applications September 2018 Home Sales Landscaping Tips CC&R Notices

Recreation Happenings | 8

Clubs | 17

Message from the Recreation Director Facility Hours Bark in the Park Polar Plunge Falll Festival Recreation Classes Dobson Ranch Tennis Academy Tennis Tip 2018 Boat Permits and Fishing Licenses on Sale Table and Chairs Rental Dobson Ranch Pontoon Tour/Ride Information Harkins Movie Tickets Raquetball Courts Event Venue Rental Golf Tournament Dobson Ranch Golf Tournament Sponsors Halloween Spooktacular

Retirees Club Septemenber General Meeting Retirees Schedule Garden Club Women’s Club DR Pickleball Declares Fall’s Arrival, Despite 100+ Temps!

Yacht Club Dobson Ranch Republicans Dobson Ranch Democrats & Friends Club

In Every Issue | 28 Classifieds At Your Service Monthly Calendar

In the Community | 22 Programs at Dobson Ranch Library Merry Main Street Historic Writing and Video Contest Mesa Launches New Economic Development Website – www.SelectMesa.com Volunteers Needed for Service Projects in October Doctor Faustus Fall Dance Concert Frankenstein Young Frankenstein - The Musical Día de los Muertos Festival Biennial Faculty And Staff Exhibition Washington Bulldog News Dobson Band Rummage Sale

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The official publication of the Dobson Ranch Homeowners Association This magazine is delivered to all homeowners in the Dobson Ranch Homeowners Association on a monthly basis. This magazine is also distributed to surrounding businesses and office complexes. You have received this publication because your HOA believes you take pride in your home environment and community. This magazine provides you with HOA information and home product advertising that enhances your home comfort and increases the value of your home. We are always interested in your comments or suggestions.

While efforts to ensure accuracy are exercised, the publisher assumes no liability for the information contained in either editorial or advertising content. The Dobson Ranch Homeowners Association does not endorse any commercial products or information that may be advertised in the newsletter.

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Los Altos Recreation Center 2524 W Campo Alegre Please call 911 for reporting emergencies, vandalism, suspicious activity, etc. occurring on or to Dobson Ranch property.

Dobson Ranch Urgent Assistance (broken sprinklers) 480-226-9597 SUB-ASSOCIATIONS Dobson Bay Club Dobson Bay Club, LLC 480-897-6161 Dobson Condos Red Mountain Management, LLC 480-641-6300 Dobson Glen Vision Community Services 480-759-4945 Dobson Greens Laurie Nichols 480-839-9079 Dobson Villas Peterson Company 480-513-6846 Laguna Village Tri-City Property Management 480-844-2224 Lake Park Village Tri-City Property Management 480-844-2224 The Landings Brown Community Management 480-539-1396 Legante Paseo Snow Property Services 480-635-1133 Water Works Vision Community Services 480-759-4945 Wood Creek Townhomes City Property 602-437-4777 CITY OF MESA Police Headquarters/Info 480-644-2324 Fiesta Patrol Division 480-644-2614 Non Emergency Policy 480-644-2211 Councilman Heredia Office 480-644-3003 Code Compliance 480-644-2061 Animal Control 480-644-2268 Reporting animal cruelty/ Barking 480-644-2211\ IMPORTANT NUMBERS Green Pool Issue 602-506-6616 Crime Prevention/Neighborhood Watch 480-644-2539 AZ Blue Stake 602-263-1100 Salt River Project 602-236-8888

Ranchers’ Roundup is the official publication of the Dobson Ranch Homeowners Association The articles and comments in this monthly publication are intended to inform, illustrate or provide explanation to members of the Association and do not necessarily serve as official opinions of the board of directors, staff nor its members. As such, we do not make any representation as to the validity or qualifications of any advertiser/contributor.

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Your Neighborhood

OCTOBER 2018

Message From the Association President

Dollar$ & $ense

By Ron Ricci

By Jeff Brosman

Association Treasurer

Association President

October will bring a much-needed cooling….and pumpkin flavored foods! Hopefully, the fall will bring us some cooler weather for our fall/winter events that our homeowners always enjoy.

After the storm clean-up, our staff’s efforts are showing in the appearance of the Ranch. By the time you read this, the Ranch will be looking great! The golf tournament was a success! Summer camp has ended, the air conditioning is repaired…. now it’s too quiet in the office.

Our search for a Community Manager is continuing. The Board is actively seeking a perspective applicant that will serve the Ranch.

The Board realizes making a good choice takes time, and we hope the Residents agree.

We continue to have homeowners notice the staff’s efforts with increased CCR inspections. We have heard from many happy residents that appreciate the effort to keep Dobson Ranch the “Best Place to Live!”

Our lakes continue to need some attention. Our Water Management Committee is responsible for our water levels, working with ADWR, maintaining the gates that control the lake levels and water conservation within Dobson Ranch. At the September Board meeting, it was suggested that we establish a new committee, The Lake Habitat Committee. This committee will be charged with maintaining overall water quality that will support fishing. Fishing is an activity that many residents enjoy. The Water Management Committee will work to maintain the proper water balance that will support fishing and enhance the overall appearance of the lakes.

I’m looking forward to working with our Board to be more inclusive of employees and residents in our efforts to make the Ranch “The Best Place to Live”

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After several months of evaluation, I am pleased to announce that the Budget & Finance (B&F) Committee unanimously approved putting our cash assets to use more effectively to earn more return on our idle cash assets. At the September 20, 2018 Board of Directors meeting, the following motion was unanimously approved. The motion stated the following: Motion to allow up to $4,000,000 from checking/savings accounts to be placed into insured CDs, Treasuries and Money Market Funds, mostly in laddered 3-month CDs, to be managed by the Finance Department, Community Manager and Treasurer, with oversight by the Budget & Finance Committee and the Board.

In 2017 with 4.5 million dollars in cash, the Association earned a little over $6000 in interest. In 2018 the Association will earn about $8500 in interest on 4.8 million dollars. One of my priorities upon becoming your Treasurer in May was to better manage our financial assets. The last two years have seen rising interest rates and the aforementioned earned interest returns can safely be substantially increased. The B&F Committee looked at four different proposals and many factors in arriving at their conclusion to place up to 4 million dollars in insured high-grade financial instruments. The good news is that in our current interest rate climate, a minimum of $80,000 in interest will be earned in 2019, perhaps as much as $95,000, depending on how many times the Federal Reserve raises rates during the next year. All of the holdings will be insured, and of the safest of all financial instruments.

In addition, the Association will have nearly a million dollars in checking/saving accounts to carry out our daily operations, which provides plenty of cash flow margin (more than 3 months coverage of all expenditures). The Association will place the majority of remaining cash into laddered 3-month CDs. Every few weeks a CD will come to maturity so that, in the unlikely event of needing more operational cash, it will be available on a regular basis before being renewed. In addition, about $400,000 shall be placed in insured money market funds. The Finance Department, Community Manager and Treasurer shall manage the funds with oversight provided by the B&F Committee and Board of Directors.

As you probably know, from the time of the housing market meltdown in 2007 through 2016, interest rates were near zero due to Federal Reserve action. However, beginning in late 2016, federal policy has changed from one of “accommodation” to one of “normalization” of interest rates. Hence, now CD rates above 2% are available for short-term (3-month) periods of time. Rates will continue to increase during 2019. Therefore, longer term instruments beyond three months is not needed during this coming year, since upon maturity, these CDs will renew at higher rates.

One final thought. Prior to 2006, the Association regularly purchased CDs with our excess cash. So, in essence, we are returning to this approach now that it makes financial prudence to do so.

Rest assured, as your Treasurer, close scrutiny will be provided on a regular basis to ensure your money in the Association is being managed properly. Now, enjoy the cooler temperatures that have finally arrived along with all the great events going on in October!

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OCTOBER 2018

A Message from the Editor

Your Neighborhood

By Jeff Bump Ranchers’ Roundup Editor

The Roundup is certainly one of the best ways to find out what is going on at Dobson Ranch but did you know we are on social media too? We now have a Facebook and Instagram page that you can check out for frequent updates on the many events going on around the Ranch. Below are links so be sure to check them out: https://www.facebook.com/DobsonRanchHOA/ https://www.instagram.com/dobsonassociation/ Some of the regular features in this publication are open for content submission: If you live by a “Good Neighbor” or know someone with a “Green Thumb”, submit their information. Have you “Tried and Liked” a great business or eatery near Dobson Ranch? Let me know! There are great cooks in Dobson Ranch so send me your recipes. All other content and articles are considered on a space available basis and some restrictions may apply. Email editor@dobsonranch. com or call 480-831-8314 and for the editor. The necessary part: Letters and electronic correspondence will become the property of the Dobson Association, which assumes permission to publish and edit as necessary.

THINGS TO KNOW BOARD MEETING Want to know what is going on in the Association, meet the Board members, sign up for a committee, get to know your Ranch neighbors or voice an opinion? You can do all that at the Dobson Association Board of Directors meetings. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 7 pm at La Casita in the Grande room. The next date is October 18. All members are encouraged to attend. If you missed a meeting, you can get caught up with the President’s Message on page 2 or login to dobsonranch.com to read the minutes from previous meetings. For more information, please call 480-831-8314.

FOBS ARE AVAILABLE Keyless entry fobs have replaced keys at Dobson Ranch common areas. Dobson Ranch homeowners or the designated agent can receive free of charge either two fobs or one fob and one smart phone app for the new keyless system. Visit dobsonranch.com to complete the Keyless System Agreement & Waiver form, or pick up a form at La Casita, prior to obtaining the fobs. Fobs will be available at La Casita Administration during normal business hours.

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Message From the Water Management Director

By Craig A. Wilson

Water Management Director

Straws

Water conservation is about a lot of things - including grasping for a paper straw. Yes, I bought a box of paper straws and take one with me whenever I go to one of our seven local coffee shops. Plastic cups and bottles are responsible for a lot more waste than plastic straws. So why substitute paper straws for plastic ones?

Why? Because we can. Besides convenience and ease of use, a paper straw can be a good symbol of our water conservation habits, except perhaps when trying to suck a frap through a paper straw.

Paper straws already exist, are easy to obtain and they work as well as plastic straws. While plastic bottles and cups generate far more plastic waste than plastic straws, the plastic in bottles is not easily replaced by paper or glass. Plastic bottles have replaced glass bottles where they perform better and are safer to use. Paper still works for milk and is safe to use. Safer, because glass bottles are dangerous when they break, one reason they are banned from beaches and play grounds. The risks plastic straws carry are harder to grasp than a sliced foot from broken glass, but the risks are real to the generations to come who will have to manage the waste of all that long-lasting plastic, versus that of paper straws.

Symbols, such as paper straws, are the way to encourage conservation. Symbols help us stay focused, just as a small glass of water or no water at all at a restaurant is a symbol of water conservation. Such symbols encouraging us to act. With encouragement, we can find ways to conserve water such as by replacing a high flow toilet with a low flow toilet - one of the many ways to save a significant amount of water.

At our best, the residents of Dobson Ranch use somewhat less than 100 gallons of water per day per person, much less than the majority of Arizona communities. While 60 gallons may go to irrigation, the rest goes to support our life style. That is why reducing the amount of water devoted to irrigation is a big issue just as are savings offered by low flow toilets. To tackle big issues, we need symbols to drive us forward. Like paper straws or small cups of water. Does one need a straw at all in a small cup of water?

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2018 Assessments

The Board of Directors has once again approved no increase to the Assessments for 2018. The assessment will remain at $138.60 quarterly ($554.40 annually). Thank you for your contribution in making Dobson Ranch “the best place to live!”.

We are also excited to announce that our new Caliber software has officially been launched. Please note, your new coupons reflect your new account number. Please be sure to reference this new account number when sending in payments.

As a reminder, assessments are due on the first day of each quarter; January, April, July, and October. A late fee of $15 will be charged quarterly if your payment is not received by the 20th day of the first month of each quarter.

There are several options for paying your assessments: 1. Automatic monthly payments can be made through ACH (auto debit to your checking account). Please complete the form that can be found in the “Documents & Forms” tab on our website (www.dobsonranch.com) and return it to the administration office along with a voided check. ACH payments are run on the 5th of each month. The payment will continue to be drafted from your account until you give the Association notice to cancel the ACH. Please note that accounts on ACH will not receive future payment coupons. Notice of any assessment change will be published in the current year October or November issue of the Association’s official publication, the Ranchers’ Round Up. 2. Annual, Semi-Annual, or Quarterly payments can be made by check, cash, debit or credit card. Please note that debit or credit card payments cannot be accepted over the phone. Monthly payment is not an option through mail or drop off.

3. Using your bank card, credit card or e-check, automatic and onetime payments can be made at the Dobson Association website (www.dobsonranch.com), by clicking on the “Assessment Payment Portal” (green dollar bill on the front page of the site). If this is the first time you have made a payment on this site, it will be necessary to set up a “New User Account”. Please contact our office if you need assistance with setting up your payment. If you are currently setup on recurring payments through the payment portal, please be sure that your payments are set to continue through 2018.

4. You may also send in recurring payments if using automatic bill pay with your personal banking institution. When setting up the payment through your bill pay program, please be sure to reference your account number and property address to ensure proper credit to your account.

If you have questions regarding the various payment options, please contact the administration office at 480-831-8314 for assistance.

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Green Thumb Awards

Home & Garden

By Jeff Bump Ranchers’ Roundup Editor

2235 W. ISABELLA Our October Green Thumb award goes to this residence at 2235 W. Isabella. A beautiful white exterior combined with an immaculate front and stone decorated mail box make this house stand out among the other amazing houses along Isabella. There is no doubt that these home owners have put a tremendous amount of time and effort into making their house a home.

Thanks to these residents for the delightful view and helping to make it… great at Dobson Ranch!

There are so many impressive and well-manicured yards in Dobson Ranch that it’s hard to pick each month. If you would like your yard or a neighbor’s yard featured as a Green Thumb winner, call 480-831-8314 or email editor@dobsonranch.com.

Aquatic Weeds Removed from Lake 2

By Craig A. Wilson

Water Management Director

This year the Ranch nearly escaped a severe algae or weed infestation, but not quite. Lake 2 has been inundated with horned pondweed, a rooted submerged plant. Filamentous algae and some submerged weeds are always present in our lakes and many of the surrounding lakes. They appear at different times of the year and can blossom very rapidly. Normally, our white amur, a fish of the carp family consumes most of the larger algae mats and weeds keeping the various species of weeds at manageable levels. This year, the weeds in Lake 2 blossomed and overwhelmed what the amur could handle. We are dealing with impact of an aquatic plant infestation now.

Our primary aquatic consultants, from Aquatic Consulting and Testing, have been on site applying a spray designed to kill the pondweed. The dead plants often detach from their roots floating to the surface creating an unsightly situation. The dead matted strands of pondweed bunch together into mats and are blown about the Lake. The matts will eventually drop to the bottom and decompose, which is not a good outcome. Aquatic Consulting and Test is manually scooping up the dead mats and taking them to shore to dry prior to disposal.

The images of Lakes are usually pleasant to behold. For those on Lake 2, the past several weeks those images have not been very pleasant. The causes of the weed infestation are not well known. This year, the bloom occurred after a heavy rain storm, but only one lake was involved. Our primary agent for controlling algae are the fish we stock. Additional Amur will be added in October. Occasionally, there is an algae or aquatic weed bloom that overwhelms our defenses. This year Lake 2 took the hit.

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Homeowner Improvements

Architectural Applications September 2018

By Carole Stabile Member Services Coordinator

66 Applications

$316,215.00

DOBSON SHORES Shed $1,800.00 Paint $1,000.00 DOBSON SHORES Gate $2,800.00 Paint $6,300.00 Garage Door $1,200.00 LAGUNA SHORES Roof $27,000.00 Solar $5,000.00 Block Wall $2,000.00 Paint $100.00 DOBSON RANCH UNIT I Windows $3,000.00 RV Gate $3,850.00 Block Wall $25,900.00 DOBSON RANCH UNIT III Gate $3,000.00 Paint $6,950.00 Roof $7,700.00 Landscape $60.00 GOLDEN PALMS ESTATE Front Door

$6,900.00

LAGUNA SHORES AMENDED Roof $29,900.00 Garage Door $1,800.00 RV Gate $1,775.00 Landscape $10,000.00 LOS ALTOS Block Wall $57,445.00 Roof $42,300.00 Garage door $2,500.00 Paint $4,000.00 Gate $935.00 REGENCY ESTATE Roof $29,000.00

SARATOGA LAKES Roof $11,000.00 Landscape $13,250.00 RV Gate $650.00 Paint $4,000.00 LAGUNA VILLAGE Block Wall $600.00 KEATS CROSSING Paint $2,500.00

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OCTOBER 2018

LANDSCAPING TIPS

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By Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association, the Sustainable Landscape Management (SLM) and the Arizona Certified Landscape Professional (ACLP) programs www.ALCA.org

To overseed or not to overseed? That is the question. Here in the valley we are blessed (or cursed?!) with this decision each year as summer starts to wane. Cooler temperatures in the coming months will cause our lush, green Bermudagrass to turn into a yellow, crunchy surface during some of our most enjoyable months of outdoor entertaining and recreational activities. Or you can choose to overseed with ryegrass for a green lawn year-round. If you haven’t yet made a decision about this winter’s lawn, it is not too late. Here are some pros and cons of overseeding to discuss with your landscape contractor to make the best decision for your outdoor space.

• Make sure your landscape contractor adjusts irrigation often using the ET (evapotranspiration) rate from AZMET (Arizona Meteorological Network) or a smart controller to reduce water waste • Consider reducing summer watering of Bermuda to reallocate some of the water budget to your winter rye • Consider rotating some overseeded areas each year, allowing the Bermuda to “rest” every 1 – 2 years, which can reinvigorate summer lawns • Mulch clippings as much as possible rather than bagging and sending to the landfill

Overseeding Pros: • Provides attractive green lawns from October thru April • Provides a useful surface for entertaining and recreation during the time of year when residents spend a lot of time outdoors • Enhances sports field playing surfaces • Cool season ryegrass uses much less water than warm season Bermudagrass to stay healthy • A green, growing lawn protects the area from erosion and can protect dormant Bermudagrass from damage due to heavy foot traffic or play use • No Bermudagrass straw dragged in the house and covering the pets and kids all winter • Green growing turf cuts down on dust and creates a desirable microclimate Overseeding Cons: • Overseeding costs – labor, seed, extra water for germination • Uses significantly more water than the alternative dormant Bermudagrass • Maintenance expenses – mowing, fertilizing, irrigation management • Environmental costs – fossil fuels, air pollution from lawn equipment, fertilizer manufature • Overseeding process can be disruptive – low mowing and watering several times per day during germination, staying off the grass for a couple weeks • Stresses existing Bermudagrass and can set back the spring green up If you decide to go ahead and overseed to enjoy that winter lawn, talk to your landscape contractor about making the process as sustainable as possible, using these SLM (Sustainable Landscape Management) practices: • Only overseed areas you will actually use and enjoy • Reduce mowing in coldest months to once every other week if possible

CC&R Notices

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Recreation Happenings

OCTOBER 2018

Message from the Recreation Director

By Jesse Wright Associate Director of Recreation

Thank you to all who participated in the 2018 Dobson Ranch Golf Tournament. Congratulations to Patrick, Blake, Matt, Robert for taking 1st place. The golf event was a great success again this year. Don’t forget about our upcoming October events! The Fishing Derby and Outdoor Expo at Los Altos was a success. I want to send a special thanks to the fishing club for helping with this great event. We also have our Halloween event coming up on Friday, October 19th. This event includes fun for the whole family with carnival games, a pumpkin parade and movie (Coco) in the park. Chino Asian fusion and When Pigs Fly food trucks will be serving great meals this year. Come enjoy all that we have to offer and be a part of the “Howlin’ Good Halloween Night”. Call 480-432-8864 for more information. We hope to see you all at Laguna Park for some family fun. Lastly, Fall Festival is right around the corner on November 17th. The park celebration starts at 12 pm at Los Altos this year. We are still looking for vendors for the festival. We will be having delicious food from local food truck Hungry Munk and our Retirees club will be selling Brats and hotdogs. There will also be bungee trampoline, rock climbing, airbrush tattoos, carnival games, beer tasting from Sleepy Dog Brewery, vendors, and music from DJ Ron. Come down and join us from 12-3 pm at Los Altos Recreation Center on November 17th. For additional information, please see the flyer in this section. I look forward to seeing you at our fall recreation programs.

Come out and enjoy the splash pad at La Casita before it closes down for the season on Saturday, November 4th.

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FACILITY HOURS: La Casita Recreation Center Facility Hours Now – Memorial Day Monday-Saturday 8:00 am-7:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am-5:00 pm Holidays Closed

Los Altos Recreation Center Facility Hours Now – Memorial Day Monday-Saturday 8:00 am-7:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am-5:00 pm Holidays Closed

Saratoga Recreation Center Facility Hours Now – Memorial Day Monday-Saturday 8:00 am-7:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am-5:00 pm Holidays Closed

La Casita Recreation Center, 2719 S. Reyes • 480-831-7464 Saratoga Recreation Center, 2345 S. Saratoga Los Altos Recreation Center, 2524 W. Campo Alegre Laguna Park, 2455 W. Laguna Azul Ave. (Most amenities accessible by Homeowner FOB when facility is not staffed)

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RECREATION CLASSES

Recreation Happenings

All Recreation Activities, classes and programs are at La Casita Recreation Center unless specified. Questions? Call La Casita at 480-831-7464

CLASSES TAI CHI Instructor: Carol (AM), Linda (PM) When: Wednesdays Where: La Casita Recreation Center Time: 9 am Beginning Tai Chi

10 am Intermediate Tai Chi

6 pm Beginning Tai Chi

7 pm Advanced Tai Chi Cost: $3 drop in residents, $6 drop in non-residents Tai Chi is a gentle Chinese exercise system that may enhance strength and flexibility as well as reduce stress. Learning the Tai Chi form can be the beginning of a healthy, lifelong practice that can improve the quality of life of individuals who choose to practice it.

YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Instructor: Jeanne When: Mondays Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Where: Saratoga Recreation Center Cost: $8 drop in, $42 resident only for a 7-use

punch card.

Transform your mind, body and spirit! Yoga will improve your flexibility and strengthen your core muscles while banishing stress and tension. This relaxing but invigorating class promotes inner calmness using breathing techniques, balancing postures and stretching/floor work. Modifications available to meet all levels. Bring a yoga mat. Yoga blocks, strap and blanket/towel are very helpful.

You can attend either yoga class offered with your punch card.

Punch card expires two months from your purchase date.

Punch Cards may be punched one time for residents only per class. No additional punches for guests or residents.

HEALING YOGA Instructor: Samantha When: Tuesdays and Thursdays Where: La Casita Recreation Center When: 8:15 am - 9:15 am Cost: $8 drop in or $42 resident only for a 7-use punch

card.

Hard to get up off the floor? Body having a hard time moving?

Feeling every ache and pain? Come join us for gentle, therapeutic body movement. We gently move and stretch different parts of the body to help bring new life to tired parts! Learn also how to relax the mind, discovering how to relieve anxiety, bring better sleep, not letting your worries take control over your mind. If you think your body has had it and can’t do anything anymore – think again. Come join us for gentle recovery. You can try it lying on the floor, or even in a chair. Bring a yoga mat.

You can attend either yoga class offered with your punch card.

Punch card expires two months from your purchase date.

Punch Cards may be punched one time for residents only per class. No additional punches for guests or residents.

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FITNESS IN THE PARK Code: 5553 (October – December) Instructor: Nancy When: M/W/F 6 am - 6:45am; TUES 6 pm- 6:45 pm Where: Laguna Park Cost: $10 residents, $15 non-residents RSVP: Contact the instructor with questions prior to class at 602-703-7822 or at nancy@magillfitness.com $50 for 5 – Get 1 session FREE. for 9 – Get 3 sessions FREE. Your 1st class is FREE!!! Classes will be held M/W/F, 6am6:45am & Tues, 6pm-6:45pm. Contact Nancy at 602-703-7822 or at nancy@magillfitness.com to reserve your first FREE class.

ZUMBA Instructor: Karen When: Tuesdays Where: La Casita Recreation Center Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Cost: $7 drop in rate, $30 resident only for a 5-use punch card This is a fusion of Latin and International music that incorporates a variety of dance styles such as salsa, cumbia, bellydance and reggaton. This class combines high energy and motivating music to help you burn fat and tone your body.

Even if you have never danced before, you will have a blast, because the routines are fun and easy to do. So what are you waiting for? Join the Party and try Zumba today! Punch card expires 2 months from date of purchase. Punch Cards may be punched one time for residents only per class. No additional punches for guests or residents.

FAIRYTALE DANCERS (AGES 3-5) Code: 5540 When: Thursdays (October 4 – November 8) Where: Saratoga Recreation Center Time: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cost: Registration fee due at time of enrollment:

Residents

$5 Non-Residents $10. Contractor fee due to the

instructor the first day of program:

$30 check or cash only.

Children will be introduced to dance through their favorite fairytales during this positive and encouraging class. Dance can build self-esteem and improve motor skills. Watch your prince and princesses shine in this fun and creative program.

Children need soft soled shoes and comfortable clothes. Ballet shoes, leotard and tights recommended.

There will be a performance last day of class. Children must be able to work in a group setting and follow directions. For more information on this program, contact Jana Moore at 480-3639997. Registration fee due at time of enrollment: Residents $5 Non-Residents $10.

Contractor fee due to the instructor the first day of program: $30 check or cash only.

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INTRO TO BALLET & JAZZ (AGES 4-6) Code: 5552 When: Thursdays (October 4 – November 8) Where: Saratoga Recreation Center Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cost: Registration fee due at time of enrollment:

Residents

$5 Non-Residents $10. Contractor fee due to the

instructor the first day of program: $30 check or

cash only.

In a fun, encouraging and high energy atmosphere, your child will be shown the fundamentals of ballet and jazz, which can help improve motor skills and creative expression. Soft soled shoes are recommended or bare feet. Children must be able to work in a group setting. There will be a recital at the end of the session. For more information on this program, contact Jana Moore at 480-363-9997. Registration fee due at time of enrollment: Residents $5 Non-Residents $10. Contractor fee due to the instructor the first day of program: $30 check or cash only.

DANCE SAMPLER (AGES 5-8) Code: 5542 When: Tuesdays (October 2 – November 6) Where: Saratoga Recreation Center Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cost: Registration fee due at time of enrollment:

Residents $5 Non-Residents $10. Contractor fee

due to the instructor the first day of program:

$30 check or cash only.

This upbeat and fun class is perfect to sample different dance styles which will include jazz, ballet, modern, hip hop and other styles. Get moving with this upbeat and fun class and discover dance. For more information on this program, contact Jana Moore at 480-363-9997. Registration fee due at time of enrollment: Residents $5 Non-Residents $10. Contractor fee due to the instructor the first day of program: $30 check or cash only.

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BUNCO When: 3rd Friday of month (October 12) Time: 6:30 pm (arrive by 6:15 pm) Where: Saratoga Recreation Center Cost: Free to residents, $5 non-residents This fast-paced yet easy game played with dice. It’s a fun social hour with other residents.

BRIDGE GROUP When: Mondays Where: La Casita Recreation Center

Saratoga Recreation Center (Starting June 4) Time: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Come join our Bridge group that meets every Monday. To join the group, please call Bette Parrish at 480-206-3514.

RECREATION CLASS INFORMATION 1. REGISTRATION for classes can be done on the Association website at www.dobsonranch.com or at La Casita Community Center, 2719 S. Reyes, Mesa, AZ. Class fees are due during the registration process unless otherwise noted.

2. QUESTIONS on any recreation class or activity, you may contact La Casita Community desk at 480-831-7464 3. REFUNDS – The Dobson Association reserves the right to establish fees and cost minimums for all programs and to cancel those programs not having sufficient enrollment. Program refunds will be issued for: a. Cancellation of class by instructor or the Dobson Association will result in full refund. b. Participants may cancel after first class or initial start date of class for full refund. c. Notification by participant prior to start date of illness or injury preventing participation during session time frame. d. Discontinuance of participation due to injury or illness will be reviewed for consideration of prorated refund. e. No other refunds will be given. No exceptions. Refund requests must be promptly submitted.

A MATTER OF BALANCE Code: 5511 When: Fridays (October 5 – November 30) Where: La Casita Recreation Center Time: 9 am – 11 am Cost: FREE Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. The program is being conducted by A.T. Still University as a public service.

ACTIVITIES TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT STYLE When: 4th Friday of month (October 26) Time: 6:30 pm (Arrive by 6:15 pm) Where: Saratoga Recreation Center Cost: Free to residents, $5 non-residents

Must be 18 years of age or older Poker night is a free monthly program for residents of Dobson Ranch. Come meet your neighbors for a friendly game.

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TENNIS TIP

Recreation Happenings

Calm and Control

By Kwong Young Dobson Ranch Tennis Professional

In any sport such as tennis, there is a lot of physical and anaerobic work in a short period which a player will get tired and heart rate is racing and heavy breathing is known. In order to perform your best, one must learn to focus on being calm and have control breathing so this will help with oxygen going to the brain for one must use to help win with performance and then you will be better strategically minded versus dealing with mental exhaustion. So next time on the court, practice calming yourself down by taking a moment to control your breathing.

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Dobson Ranch Pontoon Tour/Ride Info Sit back, relax and take in the beauty of a Dobson Ranch lake on a pontoon ride! Tour fee is $35 per hour with a two hour maximum.

Reservations are available through the Recreation Department and require a 7 day minimum notice and are subject to weather and availability. Other rules and restrictions will apply. Don’t forget… a FREE one hour pontoon ride per year per property is available for you to enjoy! Call 480-831-7464 for more information.

Table and Chair Rentals Make your next at home event great with the convenience of renting tables and chairs right in your community. The Dobson Association not only rents out facilities for private rentals but renting of chairs and tables not held on a ranch facility are also available. We can accommodate a rental up to 140 metal framed folding chairs and 15 rectangle 6 foot by 3 foot tables. The resident must schedule to pick up and drop off the chairs and tables at La Casita Recreation Center. A refundable security deposit of $50 minimum is due in cash or credit card payment to hold your reservation. The rental cost per chair is $0.50 and $5 per table.

Table and chair rentals request are made during administration hours (except for holidays) at La Casita Recreation Center.

2018 Boat Permits and Fishing Licenses on Sale

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It’s always a wonderful time for fishing and boating at one of the beautiful lakes at Dobson Ranch. Fishing PLE EXAM licenses are required (catch and release only) and boat permits are required for all watercraft (size restrictions apply). Licenses and Permits may be purchased at La Casita, 2719 South Reyes. Boat Licenses are $35 per motorized boat (electric motors only) and $15 for non-motorized boats. Fishing Licenses are $13 for an individual and $30 for a family (up to four).

Children 7 years and up require a license. For more information, please call the recreation department at 480-831-7464.

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Retirees Club

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By Al Prosek

The September General Meeting program was an interesting presentation by Dr. Emily Early of the Arizona Museum of Natural History located in downtown Mesa. The Museum includes an awesome mix of historical, educational and interactive displays sure to please both kids and adults! Thanks again, Lucille for a super program! Also, another great effort to Connie, Frank and their crew for a delicious lunch!

The October General Meeting program was a talk given by Ms. Amy Sailor, Crime Prevention Officer of the Mesa Police Department. Connie and her crew provided another great lunch.

More details were shared on our special luncheon event set for October 31st at the EVIT Culinary School to celebrate the Club’s20 th Anniversary. All members are invited.

The Club continues to grow and be a special spot for our members. Soon many will be returning as our weather moderates somewhat. Hiking and Biking starts back-up in late October. Please use the contact list shown on the Retirees Schedule adjacent to this article for more details.

In addition to the Retirees’ activity schedule shown next to this article, we will be participating in the Ranche’s November Fall Festival, Breakfast with Santa, and the Club will be adopting three families during the holiday season.

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RETIREES SCHEDULE GENERAL MEETING The club’s regular General Meeting will be held on Monday, November 5th at 9:30AM, at La Casita Recreation Center.

BOARD MEETING The Board Meeting will be held on November 19th at 9:30AM at La Casita.

The following is a list of activities open to all Dobson Ranch Retirees’ Club Members. If you are interested in any of the following, please contact that committee chair to receive more information.

DAY TRIPPERS -

DINNER NIGHT - HAPPY HOUR - MEN’S BREAKFAST - MOVIE DAY - FUN & GAME DAY - LADIES LUNCH - BICYCLE RIDING -

HIKING -

PICNICS -

No events until November.

Marilyn Reiling-480-831-5129 Marilyn Krouse-480-620-9311 Judie Bielo-480-215-8656 Tanya Andrew-602-723-9106 Dick Cottle-480-839-4342 Judie Bielo-480-820-7371 Judie Bielo-480-820-7371 Jeanne Collins 480-353-8604 Arnie Chase-480-838-4124 Rides resume October 30th.

Barbara Stout-602-740-3213 Hikes subject to change in early fall.

No Picnic in October.

If you are interested in joining the Dobson Ranch Retirees’ Club, please contact Dovie at DLBryant1@cox.net.

Garden Club The Garden Club programs on Ranch gardeners continue! The garden of Kate O’Hara and Sharon Bushart will be featured at the November 6 meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m. at Saratoga. All Ranch residents and guests are welcome.

Here’s what Kate and Sharon have to say about their garden: “When we found our Dobson Ranch home 22 years ago, we brought with us an existing love of birdwatching and quickly developed an interest in the rich diversity of the Sonoran Desert. Coming from upstate New York, we didn’t understand xeriscape then, but came to see that it could provide functionality and beauty to our outdoor living spaces that were, back then, water dependent and overgrown.

As added incentive for us, we found that xeriscape also lowered our water usage and encouraged us to remove our watering systems, plus provided spaces that attract native bird species.”

They further explained, “We have been actively involved with the evolution of our garden---from the physical work of the garden, to the ongoing challenge of finding out which plants work for us and learning from those that don’t. We are very pleased that our efforts to attract birds with specific plantings and double-duty water features have been successful! We were honored that Desert Rivers Audubon asked us to participate in their November 3rd Tour de Bird this year.”

Come to the November 6 meeting to hear about this garden---and enter the drawing for two $25 gift certificates to local nurseries! Let the fall planting begin. If you would like to “share” your garden with the Club at a future meeting, please email drchap08@cox.net.

BE A GARDEN WINNER

Enter the drawing for $25 gift certificates to local nurseries.

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Women’s Club

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By Patty Smith

It is fall and what a fantastic time of year...The weather will only continue to get better.

Congratulations on making it through a extra warm summer. See it wasn’t that bad.

Out to Lunch Bunch had a good time at Red Lobster in Sept. They have a good selection at lunch time.

October 5 we went to Flancer’s in Gilbert. This has been a long time favorite of many of the girls. It did not disappoint again.

Nov. 2 will find us going to The Dobson Ranch House Restaurant.

Hopefully it will be nice weather and we can sit outside on the patio.

Let Chris know if you can come. She will be sending out an email.

Donna Fox is hosting Bunco on October 25 at 7 pm.

Bunco in Sept. was at Laurie’s. It was wear your favorite sports team shirt...Thanks for all the treats and refereeing this fun night.

Laurie will be sending out an email for our next hostess.

Don’t forget our Halloween Spooktacular on Fri.19 October. We need you to help handing out candy to our Ghosts, Goblins and Trick or Treaters...it is so much fun...Makes me want to join them.

Is there an Age limit? I know my height is ok!

Happy Halloween.

On to November...

To our Beloved Veterans, past and present, that have served our Country and her people. You are the reason America is free.

Thank you for your service and commitment. Also to Your families that shared You for the benefit of ALL of us.

Blessings on all of YOU and The United States of America.

Patty

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DR Pickleball Declares Fall’s Arrival, Despite 100+ Temps!

By Rich Bitner Recreation Committee Pickleball Representative

October 1st our day time drop-in play returned to an 8 am start time for Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings. We also play Tuesday nights at 7 pm. We are devoting Thursdays to “Skills and Drills”, which will be a combination of advanced players wanting to practice and residents who just prefer to play. We will have advanced players there ready to help beginners learn the game, but you can come out anytime and we will have paddles and be prepared to introduce you to the game. Just be sure to wear good court shoes, comfortable clothing and bring water.

Pictured are some of our social pickleball group who play Monday and Thursday evenings under the lights at 7pm. Please contact Donna Moran at donna85202@gmail.com to get on their email list.

Beginners are always welcome.

For schedule updates please check the DR website at: www. dobsonranchhoa.com/activities. Or, you can contact Rich Bitner (rebitner@cs.com) or Frank Mizner (planner1948@gmail.com) for further information, to get referrals for professional instruction, and to get on our email list for announcements regarding pickleball schedules and activities.

As always, remember Dobson’s 6 courts at the Los Altos Community Center are available to residents and their guests anytime between 7 am and 10 pm daily, another great benefit of living here!

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We know it is only October, but we want to let you know about the Winter Wonderland Boat parade...Dec. 1, 2018...

The Round Up with keep you informed on all the activities.

AND the following Sat. Dec. 8th., The Yacht Club will do a second tour of the lake. This is a great time for those who want to plan parties or gatherings that night. We have a wonderful group of residents that take a lot of time and energy to put this on for our Community.

See you on the shoreline in December...

Chris and Patty

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Dobson Ranch Democrats & Friends Club

By Jill Snyder, Treasurer & Ryan Winkle, Vice President

If you believe in the conservative principles of more freedom and less government, you are invited to join our efforts to spread the word throughout Dobson Ranch about the excellent Republican candidates on the Nov. 6 ballot. Our goal is to reach every household before the midterm election. We’ll be planning the final weekend canvass during our meeting on Thursday, Nov. 1, 6:30-8:30 pm at Native Grill & Wings, 1837 W Guadalupe Road in Mesa. If you would like to help, please join us!

Meanwhile, here’s what you can do to get connected and involved: • Post a yard sign for your favorite candidate – or several candidates. It’s easy. Just email us at DobsonRanchGOP@gmail.com and let us know which sign(s) you would like us to deliver to your home.

• Keep up-to-date on the many campaign events that are taking place in and around Dobson Ranch by liking our Facebook page (facebook.com/DobsonRanchRepublicans/) and getting on our email notice list by emailing us at DobsonRanchGOP@gmail. com.

• Join our Saturday “Days of Action” when we canvassneighborhoods with our candidates. The weather is perfect and this is a great way to get some exercise and meet your neighbors. Recently we participated in a Martha McSally for U.S. Senate Day of Action in which more than 2,000 homes were visited throughout Legislative District 18, which includes Dobson Ranch. U.S. Rep. McSally met with us at the LD18 headquarters to discuss the key issues in this year’s election and thank the many volunteers who turned out to help.

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Please Attend Our Open Meetings!

WHEN: Wednesday, November 14, 2018

6pm – 6:30 networking; 6:30 – 8pm meeting & program WHERE: La Famiglia Restaurant

1859 W. Guadalupe Rd., Mesa 85202

(SE corner plaza with Dobson Rd.

Light refreshments provided. Cash bar.)

As always, we will provide light snacks and we will have some very special guests that you won’t want to miss. Bring some friends and invite your neighbors.

Questions: George Tihanyi (480) 792-6746 Ryan Winkle (602) 741-6465 Ryan.D.Winkle@gmail.com Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ DobsonRanchDemocrats/; http://www.meetup.com/LD18-Dems/

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Programs at Dobson Ranch Library October/November 2018 STEAM at the Ranch 10/15/2018 10/22/2018 10/29/2018 11/5/2018 4:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Children Stretch your imagination using science! Each week we will conduct experiments and participate in hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 1-6 Baby Lapsit 10/16/2018 10/23/2018 10/30/2018 11/13/2018 9:30 AM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Baby Lapsit Children Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Preschool Storytime 10/16/2018 11/13/2018 10:30 AM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Story Time Children Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime.

Young and Restless: A Storytime for Little Movers 10/17/2018 10/24/2018 10/31/2018 11/07/2018 11/14/2018 9:30 AM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Toddler Time Children Is your new walker on the go? Is he or she too busy exploring to sit for a lap bounce or a complete story book? Join us for a dynamic 30 minutes filled with early literacy activities chosen especially for toddlers who just need to move! Ages 12-24 months.

K-Code 10/17/2018 10/24/2018 10/31/2018 11/7/2018 11/14/2018 4:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Children You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 4-6.

Coding Around 10/17/2018 10/24/2018 10/31/2018 11/7/2018 11/14/2018 4:45 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Children You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 6-8.

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Toddlertime 10/18/2018 10/25/2018 11/1/2018 11/8/2018 11/15/2018 10:30 AM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Toddler Time Children Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Code Commanders 10/18/2018 10/25/2018 11/1/2018 11/8/2018 11/15/2018 4:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Children Ever wanted to learn how to code? Learn how to make computer games and websites - no previous computer or coding experience necessary.

Follow our lessons at your own pace, and you’ll be coding in no time!

For ages 8 and up.

Craft Night: Halloween 10/18/2018 6:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Adults This month we will be making decor for Fall and Halloween. Supplies are limited. 14+ Local Author of the Month 10/20/2018 1:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Lobby Entertainment Adults Ann Griffin launches her new book, Another Ocean to Cross. “When war tears life apart, saving family becomes the only goal that matters.

Part adventure and part love story, loosely based on true events and still relevant today, this story, which will appeal to readers of Lilac Girls, The Nightingale,and Beneath a Scarlet Sky, brings into focus the heartbreaking impact of war on refugee families”.80148232 Android Basics 10/20/2018 3:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Adults Using an Android tablet, Kindle Fire, or smartphone, discover how to change settings, move icons, put your machine to sleep or turn it off, and connect to Wifi. Participants may bring their own Android device or use one of our 5 tablets, on a first-come, first-served basis, for class use.

Preschool Storytime Presents: Artful Tales with the i.d.e.a. Museum 10/23/2018 10:30 AM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Story Time Children Please join us for this special Preschool Storytime for geared for children ages 3-5 years. Special guest from the i.d.e.a. Museum will present a story and craft highlighting their new exhibit, Far Out: Our Solar System.

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Programs at Dobson Ranch Library cont.

In the Community

Gingerbread Zombies 10/23/2018 5:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Entertainment Teens Create a scary yet delicious zombie from a gingerbread cookie. Supplies are limited. Ages 13-18 Pranic Healing Workshop 10/25/2018 6:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Adults Prana is the life force (chi or ki). You can learn how to use it for physical and mental healing. This experiential talk will demonstrate how prana can be applied for healing and enhance your knowledge of the chakras and the energy bodies. The presentation includes a CBS 2 News video, group energy exercises, a Pranic Healing demonstration and a guided non-denominational Twin Hearts Meditation for Planetary Peace.

Messy with Ms. Jessi: Arts and Crafts Hour 10/27/2018 10:30 AM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Entertainment Children Let your creative side soar and leave with an object of art that you created. We will mix things up with a fun Halloween craft and activity.

LEGO Club 10/27/2018 1:30 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Entertainment Children Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

Preschool Storytime Presents: Halloween Boo! 10/30/2018 10:30 AM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Story Time Children Be sure to wear a costume and bring your treat bag to this special preschool Halloween storytime. We’ll parade through the library to gather ghoulish goodies and show off our spooky spirit.

NaNoWriMo Write-In 11/3/2018 11/10/2018 1:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Educational Adults National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun, seat-of-yourpants approach to creative writing. On November 1, participants begin working towards the goal of writing a 50,000-word novel by 11:59 PM on November 30. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadline, NaNoWriMo is for anyone who has ever thought about writing a novel.

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Android Basics 11/3/2018 3:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Large Study Space (Max. 6) Instructional Adults Using an Android tablet, Kindle Fire, or smartphone, discover how to change settings, move icons, put your machine to sleep or turn it off, and connect to Wifi. Participants may bring their own Android device or register to use one of our 5 tablets, on a first-come, first-served basis, for class use.

Let’s Play With Paper 11/7/2018 6:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Library Instructional Adults Join us the first Wednesday of each month where we will get creative with all kinds of paper. Each month we will work on a new project to make greeting cards, decorative origami, paper books/journals and a whole lot more. If you like to play with paper of all colors, textures and patterns this is the class for you. For Adults only, ages 18 & up.

Fiction Folks 11/8/2018 2:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Book Groups Adults November’s discussion book is Better Late Than Never by Jenn McKinlay.

CLOSED: All Mesa Public Libraries 11/12/2018 All Day ALL Holiday - Library Closings N/A Library Closed for the Veterans Day Holiday.

We Read YA Book Group 11/14/2018 6:30 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Book Groups Adults We Read YA- Do You? If you are an adult who enjoys reading Yong Adult Novels, then this book group is for you. Each month we will read and discuss a different Young Adult novel. Studies show that 55% of all Young Adult book readers are over the age of 18. If you are one of the 55% or you’d like to see why We read YA, check us out the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm. November’s Discussion book will be “The Secret History of Us” by Jessi Kerby ___ Craft Night: Fall 11/15/2018 6:00 PM Dobson Ranch Branch Dobson Meeting Room (Max. 75) Instructional Adults This month we’ll be making fall decor. Supplies are limited. Ages 14+

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Merry Main Street

In the Community

Merry Main Street, a spectacular celebration of the holiday season, will be held in downtown Mesa Nov. 23 through Jan. 4. The festivities begin Nov. 23 with an evening of music, food and fun for everyone. It includes a tree lighting ceremony at 5:45 p.m. at Main Street and Macdonald. Merry Main Street again features the Winter Wonderland Ice Rink of more than 5,000 square feet that will be open for more than 40 days. Other key attractions are Mesa Christmas Market, Jack Frost Food Truck Forest, a nearly four-story tall Christmas Tree, Main Street Express trackless train, Santa’s sELFie stations and visits from Santa. Friday and Saturday evenings will feature arts, crafts and local vendors. For more, visit www.merrymainstreet.com.

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Historic Writing and Video Contest The Mesa Historic Preservation Board is sponsoring a writing contest for all fourth-grade, fifth-grade and sixth-grade students and a video contest for sixth-grade through twelfth-grade students living in the City of Mesa until Nov. 15. The entry form is available at www. mesaaz.gov/residents/historic-preservation. Contact Kevin Christopher at kevin.christopher@mesaaz.gov.

Mesa Launches New Economic Development Website – www.SelectMesa.com With added focus on web tools to serve businesses: AerialMesa, MesaSiteSearch, MesaSizeUp

Today, the City of Mesa Office of Economic Development announced the launch of www.SelectMesa.com, a completely new economic development website targeting business owners, industry executives, commercial real estate professionals, commercial developers and site consultants working on expanding, locating, merging or consolidating companies.

From the very first page, SelectMesa.com tells the Mesa story focusing on factors critical to location decision makers including: a skilled and abundant workforce, available sites and buildings, clusters of like companies and supply chain and news of Mesa’s robust economy.

Moreover, visitors can dive more deeply into demographics, incentives and programs, education, market access, major employers and much more.

“A key focus for our economic development website is to reassure companies and site selectors Mesa is the right place for their business,” Mesa Economic Development Director Bill Jabjiniak said. “SelectMesa. com does just that by bringing to the forefront the information and unique selling propositions that are most important to our audiences.”

In addition, the website promotes Mesa’s unique product offerings.

SelectMesa.com includes micro sites such as MesaAerospace.com, MesaMedicalDevices.com, MesaAzTechnology.com, PecosAdvancedManufacturingZone.com and others that can serve as in-depth, standalone sites promoting Mesa’s premier industry sectors and development areas.

SelectMesa.com also includes innovative tools that help companies conduct local market analysis (MesaSizeUp.com); search for available buildings and sites (MesaSiteSearch.com) and conduct virtual, online aerial tours of Mesa’s key business districts (AerialMesa.com).

Learn more at www.SelectMesa.com.

Volunteers Needed for Service Projects in October The City of Mesa continues to look for volunteers to participate in National Make a Difference Day Saturday, Oct. 27 between 7 a.m. and noon and other project dates in October. Residents, neighborhood groups, local businesses, service organizations, church groups and City of Mesa employees have already registered to help our community and more are encouraged to do the same.

Examples of service projects include painting walls and curb numbers; cleaning up parks, alleys and canals; distributing neighborhood resource bags and helping residents who need assistance with painting and landscaping. For more information and to register, visit www.mesaaz.gov/residents/volunteer/make-a-difference-day.

We will do our best to accommodate as many volunteers as possible but cannot guarantee participation. So sign-up early!

Millions of Americans will rally together during October and Make a Difference Day to take action in their communities and help change the world.

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Doctor Faustus Would you sell your soul? Explore this question in October at Mesa Community College during performances of “The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus” by Christopher Marlowe.

Commonly known as “Doctor Faustus,” the story of Faustus tells of a learned German doctor who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power. There are florid visions of an enraged Lucifer, dueling angels, the Seven Deadly Sins, Faustus tormenting the Pope and his summoning of the spirit of Alexander the Great. Marlowe created one of the first true tragedies in English in “Dr. Faustus.

“Vividly dramatic, rich in poetic grandeur, this classic play is a robust and lively exemplar of the glories of an Elizabethan drama.

Get your tickets today at www.mesacc.edu/arts. Performances are October 12, 13, 18, 19 at 7:30 pm and Oct. 13 and 20 at 2 pm at the MCC Theatre.

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Día de los Muertos Festival

In the Community

On Saturday, October 27, from 10AM – 5PM and Sunday, October 28, from 10PM – 5PM, the Mesa Arts Center campus will host their annual Día de los Muertos Festival.

This festival, commemorating family members who have passed on, will be a free event open to the public and will feature over a dozen cultural performances, including live music. Along with the live performances, a Mercado Marketplace will offer traditional and contemporary arts and crafts, jewelry, furniture and more.

Altars created by local artists will be on display for visitors to view and pay respects to the ancestors that came before them.

This family friendly event will have activities for all ages, including artist demonstrations provided by Mesa Arts Center, galleries of Day of the Dead themed items, and delicious food.

This event is free, along with free parking, and is located at One East Main Street in downtown Mesa.

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Biennial Faculty and Staff Exhibition Mesa Community College and MCC Art Gallery are please to present our Biennial Faculty and Staff Exhibition.

When they are not instructing your classes, or helping our programs run, faculty and staff in the Art Department dedicate their spare time and energy to many art forms including, 2D & 3D design, ceramics, drawing, graphic art and design, painting and photography. This exhibition features a wide range of visual practices, spanning all genres and media.

Display: September 4 – Oct 25, 2018 Come and see what our Art Department has to offer!

Admission is Free Venue Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9am – 5pm, Closed Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Observed Holidays Directions and parking: The MCC Art Gallery can be found behind the AC building near the MCC Theatre. Complimentary parking for events is conveniently provided in the southeast lots of campus.

WASHINGTON BULLDOG NEWS Washington is off to a great start! Our Curriculum Night and Fall Book Fair were a great success! Thanks to all who attended! We’ve just wrapped up our Fall Fundraiser.

Thank you to all families who participated! All profit will directly impact Washington students and classrooms!

Please note upcoming events: • Oct. 15th-19th: Parent Teacher Conferences, early release at 1:15 all week.

• Nov. 7th: Early Release at 11:45 for Professional Development • Nov. 9th: Battle of the Books I • Nov. 12th: No School in observance of Veterans Day. REGISTRATION AT WASHINGTON For more information about registering at Washington visit our website at http://www.mpsaz.org/washington/info/registration-information/ .

COLLECTING BOX TOPS We are always collecting Box Tops! If you have any you would like to donate, please send them to school with your child or drop them off in the front office! If you collect Box Tops but have no one to donate them to, we would be so appreciative of your donation!!

Follow us on Facebook to find out the latest news! Please visit our website at www.mpsaz.org/washington to learn more about our school!

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Dobson Band Rummage Sale

By Heidi Sheridan

The Dobson Band Program needs your help. Are you cleaning out those closets, need room in your garage, going to Goodwill? Let Dobson take those donations off your hands for you. We are having our annual Rummage Sale in February (Dobson High School parking lot).

Please call 480-897-9770 or email dobsonhsbands@gmail.com if you would like us to pick up any items.

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To place an ad call 480-831-8314.

PET CARE Have your dogs or cats cared for in your pet’s home environment and on their schedule. Ranch residents/longtime pet owners/references available.

Call us for a free meet & greet. Alan & Susan Harris (Dobsondogsitters@gmail.com) 480-332-2256. We look forward to meeting you!

POOL CARE POOL SERVICE & REPAIR – Repairs filter, pumps, cool deck, tile. Oscar 480-238-0545.

GOODS AND SERVICES MELISSA’S CLEANING SERVICE – Make your house sparkle and shine. Reliable, energetic cleaning.

Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Giada42607@ gmail.com 480-395-8757 HOUSE CLEANING AND/OR ORGANIZATION $20/ hour. Call or text 480-347-8807. References available.

PIANO TEACHER - Accepting all ages. Search “Dr. Jeremy Peterman” on YouTube for videos, then call 336-684-0423 to set up your first lesson!

FOR SALE: JON BOAT 10! Lifejackets, new battery, charger, trailer. $750. Winner of 2 prizes in Christmas boat parade. 480-861-9033 DUMPING DAVE – I haul it all. Yard debris, junk, appliances, furniture, home cleanouts. Whatever you need cleaned up and hauled away. DEPENDABLE and HONEST. Dave 480-360-5865 HAULING – IT’S GOT TO GO! From one thing to the whole thing! Landscape and remodeling debris, trash, furniture, appliances, overstuffed garage, residential and commercial property clean outs, etc.

Environmentally responsible disposal, including, recycle and charitable donation. Dobson Ranch resident. Free Estimate 480-200-9598 BRASSBERRYS PAINTING - ROC#107686. 35 years local experience. 480-892-0463 MATCH ALL DRYWALL REPAIR - match all textures, cracks, holes, water damage, patio, ceilings, small stucco repairs, additions. Licensed bonded and insured. ROC#221568. See our ad 602-908-0520.

HANDYMAN T&T HANDYMAN SERVICES - 15+ years experience.

Plumbing, Electric, Flooring, Painting, Roofing, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling. Ranch resident. Not a licensed contractor. Call Tim @ 602-327-4781.

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Classifieds

THOMAS HANDYMAN SOLUTIONS – We fix all of your home issues. Insured with over 30 years’ experience. All carpentry, electrical, plumbing, water heaters, drywall, interior/exterior paint, window and door replacement and much more. 480-398-5832 HOME IMPROVEMENTS AWARD WINNER – Best of House 2017 and 2018.

APC Top Job Winner 2018. Barssberrys Painting ROC#107686 480-892-0463 CARPET REPAIR – Restretching, patching, etc. Ron 480-861-8196 COOLING OR HEATING CHECK-UP – $18.95.

MAZON’S AC and HEATING. 480-966-7794 or 602579-1012. Licensed and bonded. ROC #C39-212482.

PLUMBING. We specialize in water heaters, drain cleaning, leaking pipes, faucets, toilets, tubs, slab leaks, reroutes, water softeners, disposals, reverse osmosis systems. Senior Discounts. Family owned and operated. Free estimates. Cure All Plumbing 480-8955858 Licensed, Bonded, Insured ROC204797 www. cureallplumbing.com.

DOUBLE DD ELECTRIC 602-276-5550 Fast dependable service. Small/Large projects. Panel upgrades – Lighting – Troubleshooting. Lic ROC# 065071-010.

PLUMBING SERVICE – Complete plumbing repairs and service. Free water heater inspection. 480966-7794 or 602-579-1012. MAZON’S PLUMBING. Licensed and bonded. ROC #C37-212482.

MASTER ELECTRICIAN – Roger Heaster. 22 years in the valley. Not a licensed contractor. 602-732-8877.

AQUA TECH PLUMBING & DRAIN – For all your plumbing and drain cleaning needs. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. ROC#228747 Reliability and experience you can afford. 480-507-3335 aquatechplumbingaz.com TIME TO PAINT YOUR HOUSE? – Cardinal Painting Company. Interior/Exterior. One room to complete house. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. ROC #240973.

Fast, Free Estimates. 480-294-3744.

R & M HOMEWORKS LLC. – Electrical, plumbing, drywall, painting, carpentry. Not a licenced contractor.

Call Randy 480-235-6031 EXPERT HANDYMAN/HOME REMODELER – All phases of home remodeling, including plumbing, electrical, flooring, window/door installation. Kitchen/ bath remodels. Wheelchair showers. Interior/exterior painting. No job too big or too small. Not a licensed contractor. (All work guaranteed). George 480-6957299.

WWW.DOBSONRANCH.COM

LAWN CARE $80/MONTH-COMPLETE LAWN SERVICE - Owner is a Dobson Ranch resident. Licensed, Bonded and Insured ROC281191 www.kjelandscape.com 480-5868445.

LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER ISSUES – Accepting new clients. 480-710-8738. Unlicensed AZ HOME & LANDSCAPE SERVICES – Complete home and landscaping services including installation and repair, pavers, handyman and more. Reliable, licensed and insured. Smartscape certified. References Dobson Ranch resident. Free Estimate. 480-200-9598 MISCELLANEOUS NEED A SOFTWARE GAMER KNOWLEDGEABLE INDIVIDUAL to finish ProFlight simulator software and hardware install. Call Ron 480-206-6789 AVON AT THE RANCH – Pauline Perez 602-619-4283, Independent Sales Representative. www.youravon. com/pperez1146 BOOKMAN’S CHANGING HANDS BOOK STORE CREDITS – Discounted 40% 480-820-8972 Selling San Clemente Inn.com time share $400 480560-5463 Wanted: Transportation car, call Bill 480-560-5463

At Your Service At Your Service ads are published free for Dobson Ranch teens. Call 480-831-8314 and ask for the editor or email editor@dobsonranch.com.

RESPONSIBLE BABYSITTER - Hi, my name is Emily, I am 15 years old and a Sophomore at Dobson HS. I’m the fourth of nine children and experienced with all ages including infants. My Mom calls me the, “Baby Whisperer.” I would love to be your weekly date night sitter or summer nanny. I’m also American Red Cross Babysitter/CPR certified. Call or text me to set up an interview! 480-306-6671 HOUSE SITTING SERVICE: My name is Michael. I am 14 years old, and I can house sit for you if you are planning to go out of town. I can bring in mail, water plants, clean your pool, and check chemical levels.

Rates are reasonable and negotiable. Please call 602312-0283.

The Dobson Association Roundup does not make any representation as to the validity or qualifications of any advertiser. For further information on licensed contractors log onto www.azroc.gov. This is the website for Arizona licensing of contractors. Use either the contractor’s name or their ROC number.

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Calendar of Events October/November 2018 MONDAY 15 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Retiree’s Board Meeting 9 am Grande Room Bridge 12:30 pm Chica Room Yoga for Beginners 5:30 pm Saratoga Budget and Finance 6:30 pm Grande Room

TUESDAY 16 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Chica Room Fitness in the Park 6 pm Laguna Park Zumba 6:30 pm Grande Room

OCTOBER

22 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park

23 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Chica Room

Bridge 12:30 pm Chica Room

Fitness in the Park 6 pm Laguna Park

Yoga for Beginners 5:30 pm Saratoga Waterworks BOD Meeting 6:30 pm Chica Room

29 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Bridge 12:30 pm Saratoga Yoga for Beginners 5:30 pm Saratoga

Zumba 6:30 pm Grande Room

30 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Chica Room Fitness in the Park 6 pm Laguna Park Zumba 6:30 pm Grande Room

5 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Retiree’s General Meeting 8 am Grande Room Marketing Committee 8:30 am Chica Room Bridge 12:30 pm Chica Room Yoga for Beginners 5:30 pm Saratoga

6 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Chica Room Rec Committee Meeting 5 pm Chica Room Fitness in the Park 6 pm Laguna Park Zumba 6:30 pm Grande Room Water Management 6:30 pm Chica Room

12 Office Closed in Oberseration of Veterans’ Day

13 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Chica Room

Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park

Fitness in the Park 6 pm Laguna Park

Bridge 12:30 pm Chica Room

Zumba 6:30 pm Saratoga

Yoga for Beginners 5:30 pm Saratoga

Budget and Finance 6:30 pm Grande Room

19 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park

20 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Chica Room

Retiree’s BOD Meeting 9 am Grande Room

Preschool Play 6:30 pm Grande Room

Bridge 12:30 pm Chica Room

Fitness in the Park 6 pm Laguna Park

Yoga for Beginners 5:30 pm Saratoga

Zumba 6:30 pm Chica Room

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Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Tai Chi Beginner 9 am Chica Room Tai Chi Intermediate 10 am Chica Room Tai Chi Beginner 6 pm Grande Room Tai Chi Advanced 7 pm Grande Room

Healing Yoga 8:15 am Grande Room

Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park

BOD Meeting 7 pm Grande Room

A Matter of Balance 9 am Chica Room Halloween Spooktacular 5:30 pm Laguna Park 21 Sunday

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Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Tai Chi Beginner 9 am Chica Room Tai Chi Intermediate 10 am Chica Room Tai Chi Beginner 6 pm Grande Room Tai Chi Advanced 7 pm Grande Room

Healing Yoga 8:15 am Grande Room

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1 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Grande Room

Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Tai Chi Beginner 9 am Chica Room Tai Chi Intermediate 10 am Chica Room Tai Chi Beginner 6 pm Grande Room Tai Chi Advanced 7 pm Grande Room

7 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Tai Chi Beginner 9 am Chica Room Tai Chi Intermediate 10 am Chica Room Tai Chi Beginner 6 pm Grande Room Tai Chi Advanced 7 pm Grande Room

14 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Tai Chi Beginner 9 am Chica Room Tai Chi Intermediate 10 am Chica Room Tai Chi Beginner 6 pm Grande Room Tai Chi Advanced 7 pm Grande Room

SATURDAY/SUNDAY

Laguna Village BOD 6 pm Chica Room

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A Matter of Balance 9 am Chica Room Poker 6:30 pm Saratoga

28 Sunday 2 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park

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A Matter of Balance 9 am Chica Room Master Planning Committee 1 pm Chica Room

NOVEMBER 8 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Grande Room

9 Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park

4 Sunday 10

A Matter of Balance 9 am Chica Room 11 Sunday RECREATION CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY 15 Healing Yoga 8:15 am Grande Room

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Legante Paseo BOD 7 pm Chica Room

A Matter of Balance 9 am Chica Room

BOD Meeting 7 pm Grande Room

Poker 6:30 pm Saratoga

Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park

17 Fall Festival 12 pm Los Altos

Bunco 6:30 pm Chica Room 18 Sunday

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Fitness in the Park 6 am Laguna Park Tai Chi Beginner 9 am Chica Room Tai Chi Intermediate 10 am Chica Room Tai Chi Beginner 6 pm Grande Room Tai Chi Advanced 7 pm Grande Room

RECREATION CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

RECREATION CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

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