WBL January 2019

W oodbridge LIFE Volume 9 • Issue 1 • Number 88

January

Your Life. Your Community. Your News.

January • 2019

r h i C s t l m a r a o s h C y r e V A Woodbridge Singers Honored to Sing at Gallo Center for the Arts

Thank you for another incredible year!

May 2019 bring you joy, love, peace and a song in your heart. ~ The Woodbridge LIFE Editorial Team

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Woodbridge Singers were thrilled to be invited to perform with two other local choirs in “A Very Choral Christmas” at Modesto’s Gallo Center for the Arts. Each individual choir took the stage to sing three songs then all three choirs joined together to sing the finale, “Together At Christmas.”

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From the Editor

What’s Going On at Woodbridge?

By Carol Jo Hargreaves, WBL Editor

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appy 2019! I look forward to the beginning of a new year with excitement and hope. A new year offers opportunity for fresh starts, just like each new day provides a chance for a different approach, a better attitude and a possible change in focus.

This first 2019 edition of Woodbridge LIFE emphasizes singing. The front-page story covers Woodbridge Singers’ surprise invitation to perform at Modesto’s Gallo Center for the Arts “A Very Choral Christmas.” What an exciting honor and opportunity for a group of active adults who love to sing!

By Jennie Custodio, Activities & Events Coordinator

Carol WBLEditor Editor Carol Jo Hargreaves, Hargreaves, WBL

I have enjoyed singing with Woodbridge Singers for the past seven or eight years. I thought my pleasure came from participating in a group from which I had no take-away homework to do but I recently realized there might be another reason I like to sing. I learned from Professor Sarah Wilson, internationally recognized expert in Cognitive Neuroscience and Clinical Neuropsychology at University of Melbourne, Australia, that “singing is a form of natural therapy.” Brain scans show that when singing (or even just thinking about singing), large areas of a person’s brain light up and activate motor, listening, memory, language, planning and organizational, and emotional networks. Through the act of singing, dopamine, “the feel good chemical” for the brain, is released, causing one’s mood to be lifted and neuroprotective benefits for mental health to be received. Wow! Who knew?

For more on singing, take a look at the center section for photos of the Woodbridge Singers & Dancers concerts at Woodbridge as well as at The Gallo Center. Singers’ director Elizabeth Cunning uses one of the song titles to deftly describe the group’s recent performances. See “Holiday Road,” page 18.

Debbie Cossetto encourages attendance at upcoming Artists & Crafters classes and events in her page 10 Crafters Corner column. Color photos detail the endless possibilities for creativity in this group.

Judith Mohr, spokesperson for the Woodbridge Book Group, shares a list of books on page 12 the group will read in the first half of the new year. Even if you don’t go to the discussion group, read the books. Through books, you can travel, experience other cultures and even learn more about yourself.

If you’re looking for a place to go on a pleasant but wintery day, consider Marie Evans’ recommendation of Big Break Regional Park. Marie describes the park in her Day Trippin’ article on page 33.

Several groups in Woodbridge raised money in 2018 to donate to various nonprofit organizations at holiday time. See photographs on pages 14 through17 of the Women of Woodbridge, Drama group, Men of Woodbridge and Veterans group as they present checks to the worthy helping agencies.

There is always something we haven’t thought about or didn’t know. Mike Spence tempts us with tempura trivia and Susie Blair offers healthy alternatives to cow’s milk in their respective columns, “Did You Know” and “Health Tips” on pages 30 and 32.

We have no “Manteca’s History” installment this month as its author, Volker Moerbitz, spent most of December visiting family in his native Germany. We also do not see “Triker’s Travels.”

Judy McNamara suffered an accident and is not up to the task of writing for a while. A third member of the Woodbridge LIFE Editorial Team, Sharyl Burgeson, lost her beloved significant other. We miss all of these important people. Each one’s talent adds dimension and interest to the community’s newspaper. We wish Judy a speedy and complete recovery and Sharyl love, strength and happy memories to fall back on through this time of sorrow.

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appy New Year!

I love January and all of the possibilities and excitement a new year can bring. We must have been really good last year because Santa brought us extra money in the budget for activities in 2019. I’ve got lots of great ideas in store for this year and can’t wait for another year of fun at Woodbridge!

Jennie Custodio, Activities/Events Coordinator

What’s the first thing we are doing with our increased budget? Bringing everyone’s favorite band, The Decades, to Woodbridge this month, of course! For just $15! Also, keep an eye out for collaboration with University of the Pacific’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (“OLLI”) to bring a higher level of learning to Woodbridge.

I’ve got some yummy news for your tummies this month!

I hope you’ll join us for the soup luncheon on January 7 and the crab feed, Saturday, January 26! Our hope is to bring more food elements to our events with our increased budget.

Also on the calendar for 2019, bigger and better happy hours! Rest assured, if you’ve passed along a card or an entertainment recommendation, we hope to bring them into the rotation for this year. I do ask for your patience though as events are also based on cost and availability of the bands, which don’t always jive with our availability and budget.

We’ll be sure to bring back your favorites as well.

With that being said, what would you like to see at Woodbridge this year? Feel free to shoot me an email, give me a call or pop your head into the office and let me know your ideas. I’d love to hear them and make 2019 one of the best years yet!

~ Carol Jo Hargreaves and the Woodbridge LIFE team

The deadline for submission of articles and photographs for the February 2019 edition of Woodbridge LIFE is Wednesday, January 5, 2018.

Email your materials to wblife2017@gmail.com Please send any photos as separate high resolution .jpegs, attached with your emailed article.

(In other words, please do not embed photos in your articles.)

(Please DO NOT send Woodbridge LIFE items to the Editor’s personal email address.)

Thank you!

In Memoriam

In tribute to a Woodbridge resident who has died, Woodbridge LIFE welcomes a resident spouse or family member/friend to submit up to 100 words and an optional 2 x 2-inch photo for publication. Send submissions by email to wblife2017@gmail.com.

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From the Bridge

From the Bridge

By Ramon Rivera

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s we welcome in the New Year, the board of directors and Woodbridge Owners Association (WOA) operations are focused on delivering the best service to Woodbridge residents. Our common goal is to listen to the membership, provide transparent information %\ 5DPRQ 5LYHUD and opportunities to express concerns, and to educate. We have welcomed many new residents to our community and I am hopeful they will find the happiness Woodbridge provides. Lost in all this excitement is the challenge of becoming acclimated to everything the community offers. We have amenities for activity, events for 5DPRQ 5LYHUD Operations Manager entertainment, and rules for structure. It may feel overwhelming but know that we have an organization focused on guiding you every step of the way.

Beginning at the top, Woodbridge is governed by a board of directors.

The board is the policy and decision-making body for the WOA. Their responsibilities include overseeing all financial matters, creating policies and making decisions on major association issues. The board of directors is made up of five resident directors. The board of directors operates through open board meetings, which owners are encouraged to attend. The board serves notices through meeting agendas posted on the website and at the Clubhouse in advance of a board meeting. The board of directors provides the members Open Forum sessions at all meetings, which give owners an opportunity to address the board with concerns or suggestions. If you wish to reach out to the board, their contact information is available on the community website ourwoodbridge.net (click on the Contacts tab).

Riverside Management and Financial Services is the association’s managing agent. Riverside assists the board and operations with items such as preparation for board meetings, accounts payable, collection of resident assessments, preparation of annual budgets, and providing human resource services to WOA employees. Riverside also handles the noncompliance program for the WOA. If you wish to report a violation, noncompliance forms are available on the portal and at the front desk. The non-compliance program is strictly confidential. Riverside also assists residents in matters that include caregiver status, temporary occupancy due to hardships, etc., by contacting Celeste Comings at 916-740-2462 or celeste@riversidemgmt.com The WOA staff is here to fulfill and implement the board’s direction.

WOA Operations break down into three departments: front desk operations, activities & events, and maintenance. The full time management staff consists of Pat Eckert, Lead Monitor, Leilani Rodriguez, Office Coordinator, Jennie Custodio, Activities & Events Coordinator, Juan Barajas, Maintenance Supervisor, and me serving you as Operations Manager.

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The front desk is where it all begins for new residents. A team of monitors staff the front desk during all hours of Clubhouse operation. The front desk team is here to provide you the correct avenue to address your concerns. Their duties include issuing membership badges, collecting of WOA forms and Architectural Review Committee (ARC) applications, and event ticket sales and sign-ups. The front desk is essentially the information center for the WOA. Office Coordinator Leilani Rodriguez is someone with whom you will become familiar. Leilani’s duties include assisting front desk operations, overseeing membership records, and Active Net (onsite purchasing system).

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Leilani also provides administrative support to all departments, assists with the ARC process, and provides training for the portal website to residents. The portal is the only website sanctioned by the WOA. The %\ 5DPRQ 5LYHUD website has many features including a resident directory, online event WOA Communication flyers, community calendar of events, and online WOA non-compliance and repair forms. These are just a few features and there are many more the portal offers. Portal training is available by contacting Leilani at 824-7581 or signing up at www.ourwoodbridge.net.

Activities and Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio spearheads this department. Jennie’s duties include program development, facility scheduling and rentals, administration of groups and clubs, and overall program promotion and publicity. For information on upcoming events, flyers can be found in two locations - on our website portal and the flyer board located across from the Westport Room in the Clubhouse. Private rentals of facilities and amenities are available to residents. If you have a need for a rental, set an appointment with Jennie who is here to help guide you through the process. Lastly, if you are interested in forming a new group or club, Jennie is the person you want to see. The groups and clubs guidelines will provide you all the info and documents needed to create a group or club.

Maintenance staff is now at full strength with four full time employees responsible for managing onsite contractors, preventative maintenance schedules, major projects, event set-ups, and janitorial duties. The maintenance department is only responsible for WOA facilities, parks and amenities. As an added note, any repairs or concerns with your individual homes are to be reported directly to Pulte Homes by logging on to their website at www.delwebb.com to fill out a customer service request. WOA repairs can be reported by contacting the front desk or filling out the WOA repair and maintenance form available on the portal.

Examples include reporting trip hazards, street light outages, and maintenance concerns.

I wish all our new members the very best as you acclimate yourselves to the WOA. We will do all we can to provide you guidance, direction and service.

WOODBRIDGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION MISSION STATEMENT MISSION: Safeguard the common interests and physical assets of the association that afford members an enhanced and rewarding quality of life in a fiscally responsible manner.

VISION: A proud, welcoming, and most desirable 55+ Active Adult Community with a friendly and enjoyable lifestyle for $ 9(5< 9(5< %,* 7+$1. <28 72 5(6,'(17 :$<1( :$5' :+2 its members, family, friends, and community. %5,1*6 86 7+( 0267 '(&$'(17 9$5,(7< 2) &+2&2/$7(6 Values: Honesty, Integrity, Diversity, Respect, Fairness, Friendliness, :( 62222 $335(&,$7( <28 :$<1( Cooperation, Consistency, Education, and Common Compassion,

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January 2019 • Page 5

From the Boardroom

By Bob Teglia

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s we enter a new year, reinvigorated and anticipating what 2019 will bring, the phrase “life is what you make it” rings truer for each passing year, especially in our 55 and over community.

While some things in life are beyond our control, individual hopes and dreams are attainable, provided we are willing and able to put in the necessary time and effort to make them happen. At Woodbridge, we have a leg up on fulfillment potential because of where we chose to live.

The kindness, energy, diversity and camaraderie of Woodbridge’s residents are something we shouldn’t take for granted. They are born of the human spirit and the individual’s desire to positively impact the lives of others, whether they are friends, family, residents or total strangers.

Facilitating our desire and ability to help others is WOA’s numerous groups and clubs. They offer a variety of activities and opportunities for residents, including arts/crafts, health/wellness, sports, social and community/civic activities.

Committees are another contributing factor, established in support of WOA’s mission to: “Safeguard the common interests and physical assets of the association that afford members an enhanced and rewarding quality of life in a fiscally responsible manner.” Please consider volunteering to serve on a committee that interests you. Some of the more notable committees, in alphabetical order, include:

Property, Plant, & Equipment Committee (PP&E) - identifies and recommends plans or projects to the board for properly maintaining and/or improving WOA’s common area property, plant and equipment.

Rules/Regulations Committee - currently updating/revising WOA’s governing documents and rules for the community.

Safety Committee (a new committee currently in the process of being launched) - establishes/implements safety and emergency preparedness procedures for WOA common areas and properties.

A critical binding agent for Woodbridge’s groups, clubs and committees is the Woodbridge LIFE (WBL) newspaper. The paper’s mission statement says it best: “Woodbridge LIFE is a celebration of the diversified residents of Woodbridge...a look at their accomplishments, an exploration of their hopes and dreams, a place to share joy, announce activities, and bring neighbors together.” The board commends WBL staff and contributors for effectively informing, entertaining and educating residents, thereby contributing to an enhanced quality of life.

Your board of directors encourages taking full advantage of Woodbridge’s huge variety of groups/activities and wishes each of you a happy and fulfilling 2019.

Architectural Review Committee (ARC) - establishes, monitors and reinforces compliance of architectural requirements for individual residences.

Finance Committee - assists the board of directors in fulfilling their fiduciary responsibilities for managing WOA’s operating budget, reserve account and associated financial tracking and reporting requirements.

Lifestyle Committee - assists the Activities & Events Coordinator in planning and carrying out a variety of entertainment events.

Nominating Committee - encourages the development of a deep bench of potential member candidates to fill pending/future positions on WOA’s board and committees.

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n behalf of all the members of the Architectural Review Committee, we wish everyone a very Happy New Year.

In just a couple of weeks, we will have to comply with the design requirement of putting away our holiday decorations by the January 15 deadline. We will have to shrug off the effects of the over indulgences of “Who-Roast Beast,” “Whopudding” and holiday merrymaking to begin the task of packing away those shiny bobbles and prepare for the coming year.

In anticipation of spring, January and February allow us time to take care of some housekeeping chores that we have probably neglected. 2018 storms caused some Woodbridge neighborhoods to become inundated with fallen leaves. Unmaintained leaf issues can pose multiple threats. Leaves can become extremely slippery when wet and allowed to cover walkways and sidewalks.

In addition, they can fill up rain gutters, preventing proper drainage during anticipated spring rains.

Another area of concern is the boulevard area in front of our homes. For some of the older areas, the plant material may be overgrown or in need of a “facelift.” Overgrown boulevards not only look less attractive but also can create blind spots or vision obstructions making it difficult to see pedestrians and

bicyclists. If you have one of those boulevard areas, now would be a good time to get the plants trimmed back and improvements made in anticipation of spring.

For those of you planning changes to your boulevard area, please keep in mind the existing irrigation system. Many residents have revised their boulevards by removing the original lawn and/or plant material and replaced it with “low maintenance” alternatives forgetting most boulevards contain a street tree, which needs irrigation. If you plan to refurbish your boulevard, please keep this in mind. Also, the city of Manteca still requires 35 percent living plant matter (landscaped area) in front yards and the ARC considers boulevards during the plan review process.

On a separate but related note, those of you who purchased homes in the newer areas that still have the original landscaping, might have noticed your bark-like ground cover has floated away in the rain, plants have died, etc., causing a need to plan upgrades to the landscaping. Think about planning those upgrades soon.

Members of the ARC are happy to assist you with any landscape related questions or concerns you may have.

Stay warm this winter,

~ ARChie

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Meets every other Monday Page 6 • January Woodbridge Singers2019 Elizabeth Cunning 647-4380 @ 6:30 p.m.

Please refer to www.ourwoodbridge.net for more detailed information.

Interest Groups: Groups & Clubs Christian Men’s Fellowship 55er’s RV Group “Just Fore Fun” Ladies’ Golf Senior Bowling

Contact Dave Basehore Sue Edmiston Betty Buff Barbara Silva

Phone 923-4905 601-9210 479-3568 824-0262

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WOA Groups and Clubs: Groups & Clubs

Bunco Canasta Chair Volleyball Chess Club Cooking 401

Contact Penny Dauler Patti Barnhart Rick Hyden Kathy Comden Cherie Ford Mary Braun Susan Holt Judy Simpson Dave Steffy Jack Dauler Jan Spence

Craft Beer Group

Bill Holst

Artists & Crafters Ballroom Dance Bocce Ball Bridge

Crochet/Knitting Cribbage Drama

Debbie Vierra Dave Steffy Michelle Paradis Pat Buxton Game Night Rick Hyden Hand & Foot Sue Cameron Ladies Billiards Mary Braun Line Dancing (Beginning) Sue Lough Line Dancing Patti Barnhart Line Dancing (Evening) Mary Salvador Men of Woodbridge Chuck Harvey National (American) Mah Jongg Neighborhood Watch Group

Cindy Carlsen

Phone

Meeting Day and Time

629-8575 629-8838 824-9257 239-3191 665-7872 229-6379 275-5817 647-2901 825-4805 269-8575 924-8032 719660-5327 925918-1023 825-4805 815-9446 239-8663 824-9257 624-3982 229-6379 624-3713 629-8838 629-8060 647-4479 818429-1221 647-2695

M-F. Time & Workshops vary Fridays @ 4:15 p.m.

SU & TH @ 2 p.m.

Mondays @ 10 a.m.

3rd Monday @ 6:30 p.m.

Fridays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Tuesdays @ 5 p.m. (days vary) 2nd & 4th Monday @ 4 p.m.

3rd Tuesday @ 2 p.m.

Meeting days & times vary Thursdays @ 10 a.m.

Tuesdays @ 7 p.m.

Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m.

Fridays & Saturdays @ 6:30 p.m.

W-SA-SU @ 1 p.m.

Mondays @ 1 p.m.

Thursdays @ 9:15 a.m.

M-W-F @ 9:15 a.m.

Fridays @ 6 p.m.

2nd Monday @ 10 a.m.

Wednesdays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fridays 1 - 3 p.m.

Block Captains will be Bob Hall 239-5712 notified of meetings 916Night Riders Nancie Ross 297-3271 Call for currrent times.

Oil Painters Patti Barnhart 629-8838 Tuesdays @ 9 a.m.

Mondays @ 4 - 5 p.m.

Paddle Tennis Stan Sutfin 815-9735 at Liberty Park Paper Crafters Betty Grandt 815-9827 Wednesdays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

650Pickleball Barbara Shapiro 438-3085 M-F. Time varies Ping Pong John Goodman 629-8200 M & TH @ 1 - 3 p.m.

510Mondays @ 2:15 p.m.

Pinochle Robert Philis 909-8997 Thursdays @ 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Al Sanchez 239-8235 Wednesdays @ 1 p.m. & Poker Joe Victoria 815-9343 Fridays @ 5 p.m.

Radio Controlled Flyers Bob Umberger 239-2983 Days and times vary 408Robotics Larry Wiertel 439-5828 Tuesdays @ 6:30 p.m.

Westport Room, Scrapbookers Elaine DeSouza 603-9796 3rd Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

818429-1221 Shang-hai Rummy Cindy Carlsen 647-2695 Tuesdays @ 12 - 3 p.m.

Strummin’ Wonders Carla Marquardt 624-3754 Mondays @ 2 p.m.

Tennis Jim Corey 665-7687 TU-TH-SU, 9-11 a.m.

Trivia Eileen Hill 624-3945 3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m.

Veterans of Woodbridge Rick Van De Boom 923-4709 2nd Monday @ 11 a.m.

Walking Indoors Jacque Reynolds 629-8508 M-W-F @ 8:30 a.m.

510Wheels of Woodbridge Steve Ray 876-2962 1st Tuesday @ 10:30 a.m.

Widows & Widowers Group Francesca Jeglum 305-8448 3rd Saturday Wine 101 Jon Ford 815-9803 Days vary Wii Bowling Tom Heckl 275-9537 Tuesdays @ 1 p.m.

Women of Woodbridge Polly Smith 665-7236 3rd Wednesday @ 11 a.m.

Woodbridge Thursdays 1-3 p.m.

Women’s Calvary Church Bible Study Carolyn Johnson 239-0936 815 W. Lathrop Rd., Manteca Woodbridge Monday through Friday Pool Hustlers Ron Plummer 609-4350 @ 12 - 3 p.m.

Woodbridge Book Group Patty DeRoos 239-2833 1st Wednesday @ 10:30 a.m.

Woodbridge Senior 408Softball Club John Ochoa 981-3499 Seasonal Woodbridge 4083rd Wednesday @ 4:30 p.m.

Seniors Golf Club Mike Patterson 640-9768 in the Oxford Room Meets every other Monday Woodbridge Singers Elizabeth Cunning 647-4380 @ 6:30 p.m.

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Operations Manager

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Activities/Events Coordinator

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Office Coordinator

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Maintenance Supervisor

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By Debbie Cosetto

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appy New Year! I hope 2019 will be a wonderful year for everyone!

As we begin a new year, why not try something different or maybe return to a craft/hobby that you love? The Artists & Crafters group is always happy to welcome newcomers and would love you to join us.

More samples of items taught in classes: Playing card holders, quilted wreaths, Bottle of Boo’s, fall bread centerpiece, painted pillow covers.

Friday, January 25 at 10 a.m. – WOODBRIDGE ROCKS class. Kathy Dezotte will teach participants how to paint some of the fun rocks people are finding all around our neighborhood.

Samples of items taught in classes: Santa wall hanging, mesh tote bag, floral arrangements, “Click-It” bags, quilted wreaths, jeweled picture frames, casserole cover.

We crafters have been busy this past year, making a variety of crafts! You can see samples of some of these crafts in the pictures accompanying this article. These pictures were taken at our Artists & Crafters Open House held last November. The items in these pictures represent some of the class projects crafters have made in the Westport Room. One of the pictures includes a “sneak peek” into a few new classes that will be taught this year. We have so many wonderfully talented people living in our community. It’s an honor to be able to display just a little of their beautiful work! I’d also like to say a great big THANK YOU to those who volunteered to share their talents and teach classes!

Friday, January 25 at 1 p.m. – WOODBRIDGE QUILTERS will meet for their bi-monthly Show and Tell. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome! Come see some beautiful quilts, wall hangings and other projects these talented ladies have been working on. Whether you’re new to quilting or have been quilting for years, this is a great place to meet others who share your interest. It’s the place to be to learn about new techniques, ask questions and hear about the latest gadgets in the quilting world.

We post our Artists & Crafters calendar of activities for the month on the easel outside the Westport Room following our General Meeting.

Make sure to check out the window displays of the Westport Room - we display upcoming class project samples, samples from groups that meet regularly, as well as samples from our philanthropic groups.

Have a great month!

Here’s what the Artists & Crafters group has happening this month: Friday, January 4 at 10 a.m. – Artists & Crafters GENERAL MEETING. Come hear about upcoming classes and workshops.

Friday, January 11 at 12:30 p.m. – Molly Cooper returns to teach her wonderful monthly WATERCOLOR PAINTING classes. This month’s painting is entitled “Winter Flowers.”

Friday, January 18 at 9 a.m. – SCRAPBOOKERS get together to work on their scrapbooks.

Monday, January 21 at 10 a.m. - KAISER BREAST CANCER PILLOW WORKSHOP. Martha Harman will lead a talented group of ladies and make pillows for breast cancer patients. Please come help put these pillows together and know your talent and energy is going toward helping someone facing a health challenge. You don’t need to know how to sew to help! (Kaiser Hospital provides the materials.)

Upcoming classes: These are samples of upcoming classes in 2019. They include a quilted jelly roll rug, apron, jewelry and a quilted bowl.

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ææ bridge

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ææ WOODBRIDGE book GROUP y Judith Mohr B “The reading of all good books is like a conversation with the finest minds of past centuries.”

~ Rene Descartes

Book Group

Consider the benefits of joining the Woodbridge Book Group (summarized from “KENDAL at Oberlin”): A book group offers the chance for socializing and meeting new people who share a love of reading.

A book group encourages readers to try new genres and explore books outside usual comfort levels.

A book group is a good way to learn new information. Discussing books helps reinforce learning and retention of information.

Book groups can open discussions about emotional, spiritual, and philosophical themes explored in literature—exercise for the brain!

Through books, we can travel and experience different cultures and time periods as well as learn from other book group members of varying backgrounds.

Books can teach readers more about themselves. The response to each new book is an opportunity to learn more about oneself and the world.

Join the Woodbridge readers the first Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. in the Oxford Room.

Books we will read in 2019: January 2 “The Pull of the Moon” by Elizabeth Berg February 6 “Our Souls at Night” by Kent Haruf March 6 “The Wedding Date” by Jasmine Guillory April 3 “Educated” by Tara Westover May 1 “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry: A Novel”

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Plan to attend either day and have an enjoyable afternoon. Tickets will be $25 and will go on sale January 14. Each table will have seating for eight people so tell your friends and neighbors. All tables will have a hostess who will serve your lunch, beverages and dessert. The hostess’ names will be available at the time of ticket sales. We will also have some beautiful, mysterious and decorative baskets available for raffle the days of the events.

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elcome to Women of Woodbridge. Any woman who resides in the Woodbridge community is automatically a member and encouraged to attend the first meeting of the year, January 16, 11 a.m., in the Multipurpose Room.

Officers of the group are: Polly Smith – President Mickie Gattuso – Vice President Karen Nickell – Secretary Sue Edmiston – Treasurer

Women of Woodbridge officers are working hard to continue the club’s mission: “Women of Woodbridge, representing the Del Webb community, strives to enrich the lives of children in the Manteca area. In the process of fulfilling this mission, members share talents, socialize, expand their knowledge, develop interest and enjoy new friendships.”

We want to bring you up to date for 2019. We didn’t have a meeting in December so we are ready to go in our January 16 meeting.

Our first line of business is to continue to plan for “Friendship in Bloom,” the fashion show/luncheon to be held February 16 and 17, at 11:30 a.m. Cindy McGehee will be the chairperson. Many women are helping with various committees.

Monthly meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month alternating day meetings with some evening meetings. Again, our next meeting will be January 16 at 11:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. Come join us.

We will have tables decorating the room to go along with our “Friendship in Bloom” theme. This event will be held two afternoons and hosted by Women of Woodbridge. We will serve lunch and you will see some of the original founding Women of Woodbridge members modeling latest styles from the Dressbarn.

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By Polly Smith

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Denise Armstrong and I shopped with four girls and Kathie Howe was assigned a boy. The girls were precise about what they wanted, including bed coverings. Kathie’s boy knew exactly what he wanted and nothing more. He didn’t spend the entire allotted amount. It was a real privilege to participate with the police in this endeavor. Next year Women of Woodbridge hopes to have four members have the opportunity to “Shop with a Cop.”

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Community Hospice is pleased to announce Community Care Choices, a palliative care program focusing on enhancing comfort and improving quality of life for individuals facing a serious illness.

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athie Howe, Denise Armstrong and I represented Women of Woodbridge at Walmart to participate in the annual “Shop with a Cop,” December 8. WOW sold scones in November to raise $1,500 so the group could be a part of this experience. Eighty-nine children participated in this year’s Shop with a Cop event coordinated by the Manteca Police Chiefs Foundation and Walmart.

Children were selected through Hope Family Shelter, Agape Foster Services and Manteca Unified School District to have an opportunity to pick out items they otherwise would not be able to afford during the season of giving. About $9,800 was spent by participants at this year’s event. Any leftover funds will be used to purchase clothing for kids when the department hosts an event with Target in July. Shop with a Cop, hosted for at least a decade, is one of the police department’s many ways of giving back to the community.

(Top photo): Denise Armstrong helps the girls pick out gifts.

(Left photo): Kathie Howe enjoys the event with her young shopper, a police officer and Santa Claus.

Photo courtesy of Hope Family Shelters

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ææ DRAMA GROUP

Proceeds donated to Ray of Hope

By Michelle Paradis

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roceeds from the Woodbridge Drama Group’s “An Evening of Light Entertainment” were donated to Ray of Hope Kids Cupboard. Michelle Paradis presented the check to Laura Saunders, CEO of Ray of Hope Children’s Crisis Services, as members of the Drama Group looked on.

Front row (L to R): Margie Hanz, Laura Saunders, CEO of Ray of Hope Children’s Services, Michelle Paradis, Linda McNeel with Willow.

Back row, standing (L to R): Anne Madrid, Jim Eckland, Chuck Harvey, Debbie Stedtfeld, Sandy Showaker and John McNeel.

WBL photo by Jennie Custodio

The Kids Cupboard is a food pantry designed specifically to meet the basic needs of the staggering number of children living in homeless or insecure situations. The Ray of Hope’s goal is to assure that all children, including those with medical conditions such as diabetes, for example, can have access to nutritious foods.

For more information and how to help our community’s most needy children, call Ray of Hope at 883-6411.

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CORRECTION: We want to give credit where credit is due!

Woodbridge LIFE apologizes to John O’Rourke. John took excellent photographs of the Drama group’s “Evening of Light Entertainment” (printed on page 22 of the December 2018 edition) but we gave the credit to Michelle Paradis. Thank you, John, for your gracious understanding!

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en of Woodbridge (separately from the Veterans of Woodbridge) presented checks totaling $1,000 to the Marine Corps for this year’s Toys for Tots campaign. In addition, Men of Woodbridge presented a $500 check to the USMC CPL Charles O. Palmer II Memorial Troop Support Program. This program is run by Chuck and Teri Palmer to honor their son who was killed in action. The program provides much needed necessities for men and women serving our country overseas through projects scheduled throughout the year. The Woodbridge community, in partnership with the Veterans of Woodbridge and Men of Woodbridge, has held packing events in the Lakeview Clubhouse. The next Troop Packing event at Woodbridge is scheduled for Saturday, March 9, 2019. Watch for more details in future editions of Woodbridge LIFE.

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Bill Buffington (left) and Chuck Harvey (right) present $500 checks to Chuck and Teri Palmer of the CPL Palmer Troop Support Program.

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hanks to the many Woodbridge residents who gave generously to this year’s annual Woodbridge Veterans Toys for Tots campaign. You have been part of a program started in 1947 that to date has distributed 548 million toys to 251 million children, making their Christmases a little brighter.

Woodbridge Veterans group representatives, Alan Nevares (left) and Bill Buffington (right) along with MOW president Chuck Harvey (center) present checks to GySgt John Bishop and SSgt Marco Del Real representing the Marine Corps Toys For Tots Foundation.

The mission of the U. S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation is to assist in providing a tangible sign of hope to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. This assistance includes providing day-to-day leadership and oversight of the program, raising funds to provide toys to supplement the local Toys for Tots campaign collections, providing promotional and support material and defraying the costs of conducting annual Toys for Tots campaigns.

My special thanks to Woodbridge veterans Bill Buffington and Alan Nevares for helping to make this year’s Toys for Tots campaign so successful.

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MOW President Chuck Harvey (second from right) presents a $1,240 check to Raymus House Executive Director Cecily Ballungay and Shelter Operations Manager Barbara Madera. Flanking the group are MOW members Mike Spence (left) and Bob Naramore (right).

As part of their 2018 gift campaign, the Men of Woodbridge awarded $1,000 to the Haven of Peace for use in their Women’s and Children’s Shelter program. Pictured are Men of Woodbridge President Chuck Harvey with Haven of Peace Executive Director Olga Rodriguez.

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Article by Elizabeth Cunning, captions by Carol Jo Hargreaves WBL photos by Jennie Custodio

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oodbridge Singers took to the road to share holiday songs onstage at the invitation of Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto for “A Very Choral Christmas.”

The annual fundraising event included area choirs singing Six talented lead singers (L to R: Chuck Harvey, Vicki French, their best selections. Woodbridge Singers shared three songs Jon Ford, Barbara Perry, Rich Ferreira and Gale Serpa) rocked “A under the direction of Elizabeth Cunning with accompanist, Yvonne Bechthold.

Doo-Wop Christmas (With You)” while the Singers sang four-part harmony behind them.

The songs were: “A Doo Wop Christmas” which has become a real favorite because of the rich four-part harmony and featured lead singers: Rich Ferreira, Jon Ford, Vicki French, Chuck Harvey, Barbara Perry and Gale Serpa.

“Boogie Woogie Santa Claus” led by singer/ guitarist Frank Perez rocked the house along with our Woodbridge dancers, Arlene and Anthony Aquino.

Frank Alvarez (left) led the audience in a sing-along of Jose Feliciano’s well-known “Feliz Navidad” as Paul Hanz, Shirley Lopes, Angela Webb, Cres Anton and Kirby Brown provided percussion emphasis.

Talented Elizabeth Cunning has directed the Woodbridge Singers with grace, patience and a sense of humor for the past six years.

“The Hallelujah Chorus” has become an absolute crowd pleaser. This song from Handel’s “Messiah” is considered to be the most powerful piece of music ever written.

All the choirs returned onstage to sing the finale, “Together at Christmas,” directed by Matt Cover, instrumental music director at Modesto High School.

Gifted Yvonne Bechthold, “accompanist extraordinaire,” has played for the Woodbridge Singers for six years.

Woodbridge, we did you proud!

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Woodbridge Singers and Dancers performed three sell-out winter concerts for the community. The “Hallelujah Chorus” from Handel’s “Messiah” captivated

Enthusiastic Woodbridge spouses, neighbors and friends had the best seats in the house and came to cheer on the singers.

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Jacquie Steffy accompanied husband Dave on piano as he led the room in a rowdy and competitive rendition of the popular song “The Twelve Days of Christmas.”

Jon Ford’s “Five Golden Rings” group gave the most enthusiastic (and loud!) performance.

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Woodbridge Dancers Arlene and Anthony Aquino boogied to Frank Alvarez’s “Boogie Woogie Santa Claus.”

Woodbridge Dancers Tom and Fil Hower danced the East Coast Swing to “Run, Run Rudolph,” a Christmas song popularized by Chuck Berry.

A dessert reception organized by Kathy Dezotte, Ellen LeeWootton and the Woodbridge Lifestyle Committee awaited the audience at the conclusion of each program.

Dona Eberhardt and Bill Barnhart waltzed to the classic, “White Christmas.”

Back Row (L to R): Anthony Aquino, Annette Keef, Tom Hower. Middle Row (L to R): Arlene Aquino, Fil Hower, Joyce Graham, Bill Barnhart, Marilyn Nunes, Sharon Kuderca. Front Row (L to R): Carla Marquardt, Dona Eberhardt, Patti Barnhart, Elaine Yeung and Laurie Stillmaker.

Photo by Roger Cunning

Woodbridge Singers thank the WOA board of directors for their financial support and encouragement.

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(Left to right): Sharon Fields, Phyllis Teglia and Kathy Dezotte sample the cocoa and cookies.

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Lifestyle Committee members Carol Silva (left) and Ellen Lee-Wootton take a break.

Connie Barclay, Lifestyle Committee member, strategically places an ornament.

When all the decorating was done, the group was still smiling, having enjoyed the camaraderie and cooperation that combine to accomplish a large task.

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Gardener’s Corner

January Garden Checklist

By Master Gardener Cate White

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appy New Year! This is the time of year when many of us (myself included) want to curl up with a good book and a warm beverage, snuggle under a warm blanket and wait until the weather warms up and the days lengthen. Generally, there are few garden chores at this time of year, with one exception, pruning.

Winter is an ideal time to prune woody plants, since they are mostly dormant. While not all plants require pruning, there are many reasons to prune, including training young plants, grooming for appearance, controlling for shape and size, re-invigorating growth, and removing dead and diseased wood. However, to avoid disfiguring damage, it is important to use proper technique and to prune judiciously. The following basic general guidelines are for woody trees and shrubs. Fruit trees and roses require more specialized techniques. For large mature trees, hiring a certified arborist is recommended.

There are two primary types of pruning cuts: heading and thinning. Heading consists of cutting back to a stub, lateral bud, or small upright. Severe heading, including topping of trees, is not recommended since it leads to a flush of vigorous, dense, and often weak new growth. When heading back, cut small stems to about ¼” away from a lateral bud, cutting

at a slant. (See figures 1 and 2.)

New growth will generally follow the direction the bud or branch is pointing. Thinning is defined as removing a lateral branch at its origin or shortening the branch’s length by cutting to a lateral large enough to take the terminal role. (See figure 3.) Woody

Cate White of several years to preserve the plant’s natural shape and flowering habits.

plants respond to thinning by becoming more open but retaining their natural growth and shape.

Pruning shears are best used for small limbs, although saws are necessary for larger ones. Keep your shears clean and sharp.

When pruning broadleaf shrubs, your goal should be to keep their natural shapes. Shearing or heading cuts should mostly be avoided, while thinning of older, taller growth is the best practice.

Cut off the oldest and largest branches at or near the ground, leaving shorter, younger stems.

Newer shoots can be thinned or headed as needed to shape the plant. (See figure 4.) For older, overgrown shrubs, it is best to cut out all old growth over a period

Photos courtesy of University of California Agricultural and Natrual Resources

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Coating pruning cuts with materials such asphalt emulsion is not recommended, since the coating can trap moisture, which increases chances of decay and inhibits wound closure. The best practice is to simply leave cuts exposed to dry in the air.

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• Plant bare root shrubs, trees and roses.

• Apply a second dose of fungicide spray to peaches and nectarines to control leaf curl. (The first dose should be around Christmas or New Year’s Day.) • Prune deciduous trees and shrubs (such as apple, pear, crepe myrtle, roses and stone fruits), encouraging good form and structure. Remove dead, diseased and borer-infested wood, then spray with horticultural oil (found in most nurseries) to discourage over-wintering pests and diseases.

• Continue monitoring and baiting for snails, slugs and ants.

• Adjust watering schedules according to weather. Remember not to water within 48 hours of measurable rain.

For those of you who have rain sensors on your fence tops, this would be a good time to check if they are working properly. If you have plants growing under eaves and in entryways where they do not get rain, water occasionally by hand.

• Protect sensitive plants from frost with covers or by bringing under shelter.

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FLAGS OVER WOODBRIDGE

By Don Vehrs, Coordinator

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isa Salazar and another Pulte employee began flying the U.S. flags on street poles along major Woodbridge thoroughfares some years ago by convincing Pulte to purchase the flags as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;surprise for Woodbridge residents.â&#x20AC;? At some point, Lou and Sandy George took over the volunteer group and developed teams of homeowners to assist. Bill Barnhart eventually coordinated the flag-flying activities for some time and then asked Roger Cunning to take on the task, which he did for three years. Roger then passed leadership on to Don Vehrs who has been coordinating the group since.

Today, 17 residents make up the volunteer team responsible for flying Woodbridge flags, taking them down and storing them. Over the years, many others have assisted and we thank them for their efforts because as we drive, bike, run or walk throughout the community when the flags are flying, we can see our patriotism. It sure is a good feeling.

The flags fly along the streets of Americana, Daisywood, Del Webb Boulevard, Madison Grove, Morning Brook, River Berry Drive and Shady Pines leading to Liberty Park, inside Liberty Park and around Chestnut Grove Drive as well as in the interior circle of the Clubhouse.

With continued financial help from the Veterans of Woodbridge group, we have been able to retire and replace worn out, stolen and damaged flags, along with being able to add flags to the new streets as housing construction progressed.

There are now a total of 103 flags flown.

The Flags over Woodbridge are flown on: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriot Day, Veterans Day, Election Day and Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Along with these national days, flags were flown around Liberty Park during the Wheels of Woodbridge car show.

The schedule is to have flags go up on a Friday and then come back down the following Friday.

When there has been an opportunity to combine two or more events, flags are left up in order to fly them across the entire span of time between the event dates. We can do this since our flag mounts are located on streetlamp poles so there is a light above each flag.

Current Flags Over Woodbridge team members include: Dan Armstrong, Dewayne Day, Gary Faber, Jon Ford, Rocky Arnold, Jan Arnold, Duane Becker, Scott Brenner, Jack Dauler, Steven Durflinger, John Gannon, Ann Gibson, Roger Gibson, Bob Gotelli, Mike McNamara, Don Schwendt and Tom Taylor.

If you are interested in helping with Flags Over Woodbridge in any way, please contact Don Vehrs at 815-9519 or via email at drverhrs@comcast.net.

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Softball ORGANIZING COMMITTEE MADE SOFTBALL BANQUET A HUGE SUCCESS

By Polly Smith

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y sincere thanks to organizing committee members Laurie Coughlin, Sharon Fields, Sandy Jimenez, Mary Long, Charm Mathis and Marcia Umberger for such a well-organized and fun end-of-year softball banquet!

These ladies worked diligently to put on an entertaining and memorable evening. Emcee Caroline Gibson moved the agenda along at record speed. Decorations matched those of the 10th softball anniversary celebrated in August. Hanging red, white and blue lanterns, balloons and bunting made the room look bright and festive. Softball photographs, cleverly used to create table decorations, were combined on tables with other red, white and blue items and bottles of red and white wines.

The newly established WSSC Hall of Fame inducted seven individuals from the past 10 years. Recipientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; names will be inscribed on a permanent plate to be displayed throughout the year.

Thank you again to the organizing committee for making the end-of-year banquet such a huge success! Thank you, too, to all players, umpires, snack shack volunteers, booth volunteers, coaches and council members for a wonderful 2018 season. I am looking forward to the 2019 season.

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By Jim Corey

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hanksgiving at our house was like most family holiday dinners, great company, grandkids playing football in the front yard, and lots of food to eat. However, at our house you also found ESPN on TV almost all day. Our two oldest grandsons are just like their dad and grandpa; we love watching and talking sports and keeping up with all of our favorite teams.

While watching Sports Center, it was announced that Billie Jean King was celebrating her 75th birthday on this Thanksgiving Day. Many of you may not know who Billie Jean King is and why her birthday would be mentioned on national TV. First of all, Billie Jean King was an outstanding tennis player, winning 39 Grand Slams in her professional career. The United States Tennis Association (USTA) Tennis Center in New York City, home of the U.S. Open, was named after her in 2006. However, to just think of her and her accomplishments on the tennis court would be short changing her other life endeavors. Billie Jean King was very influential in the passage of Title IX, the 1972 federal law that opened doors for women in sports, banning discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity across the country. As a result, a school that offers a sport or educational program for boys or men must offer the same for girls and women. Most colleges now employ a fulltime Title IX Director to ensure compliance with this law.

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Resident Rodent Catcher Pacific Gopher Snake

By Jana Kattenhorn

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ow can you tell if it is a gopher snake or a rattlesnake?

Rattlesnakes are pit vipers having heat-sensing pits between their eyes, flat diamond-shaped heads, vertical pupil slits and tail rattles.

Gopher snakes are not pit wipers and do not have heat-sensing pits between their eyes. They have more rounded heads, round pupils and no tail rattles.

Billie Jean King (née Moffitt) was born November 22, 1943 and grew up in Long Beach, California, where she was very athletic. She starred in basketball and softball until the fifth grade when her dad mentioned she might want to try tennis. That was all she needed. Billie Jean quickly rose through the amateur ranks and at the age of 23, was ranked No. 1 in the world and held that ranking for five more years. Off the court, she worked tirelessly to elevate the prize money to be equal for men and women. In 1973, Billie Jean King easily beat Bobby Riggs in a nationally televised “Battle of the Sexes” match watched by over 90 million people. Equality in prize money was finally achieved. Last year, a movie was made documenting this achievement.

In 1981, Billie Jean “came out” and announced to the world that she was a lesbian and, as a result, all of her endorsement deals were cancelled.

Her crusade for equality in all forms never waned and she was recognized numerous times for her contributions to both tennis and the fight for parity.

She founded the World Team Tennis League that is still going strong as well as the Women’s Sports Foundation. In 2009, President Barack Obama awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom and, in 2014, she founded the Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative dedicated to achieving diverse and inclusive leadership in the workforce. Her tireless efforts to fight injustice and discrimination continue today.

Happy belated birthday, Billie Jean King!

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Baby gopher snakes and rattlesnakes can look very similar and it is not a good idea to handle them. It is not wise to pick up any snake you cannot positively identify. Bites hurt and can become infected even if the snake is not venomous.

Gopher snakes have been seen in Woodbridge. You might find them sunning in streets and on sidewalks during the warmer months. They can climb and swim. They do hibernate in communal dens during the colder months.

Gopher snakes eat small mammals, birds, bird eggs, lizards and sometimes insects. They live in underground dens and lay oblong leathery eggs in shallow nests. The eggs hatch into 12-inch independent mini snakes. They grow to be 3 to 8 feet long.

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Tempura Compiled by Mike Spence

January 7 is National Tempura Day, but did you know?

• Tempura is not Japanese.

It is a knock-off of a 16th century Portuguese dish, peixinhos da horta or “little fish from the garden.”

• Tempura comes from the Latin phrase ad tempora cuaresme, “In the time of Lent.”

• Tempura, once cooked, does not keep well. In most restaurants tempura is cooked to order.

• Tempura batter needs to be fresh and cold. Chilled water works, cold soda water or cold beer are better but cold vodka is the best because about half of the liquid (alcohol) evaporates during cooking, resulting in a crispy coating.

• In 1543, a Chinese merchant ship headed to Macau was wrecked on the Japanese island of Tanegashima. There were three Portuguese sailors aboard who knew how to make peixinhos da horta. They were the first Europeans to set foot in Japan.

• Sprinkling tempura items with rice flour before batter dipping is said to produce crispier results.

• Tempura is commonly prepared using fresh vegetables and/or fish or shellfish but nowadays you can have tempura ice cream or fruit.

• Tokugawa leyasu, the first shogun of Japan, reportedly died from eating too much of his beloved tempura.

• Some of the earliest tempura recipes reported were for making fritters. The tempura fritters contained diced meat, fish and vegetables.

• Before the arrival of tempura, Japan had no history of fried in oil foods although this practice was common in neighboring China.

• Tempura is a knock-off of peixinhos da horta but there are accounts that peixinhos da horta is a knock-off of the Goa, India, dish pakoa. It appears the Portuguese sailors did “get around.”

Resources: aetnainternational.com, en.wikipedia.com, japanguide.com, bbc.com and dictionary.cambridge.com

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By Jon Ford

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f you have imbibed wine with friends, indulged in a savory assortment of salads, entrees and desserts, sampled 12 delightful dessert wines and participated in a very laughable exchange of wrapped bottles of wine, then you have attended one of the two Wine 101 Christmas parties in December. On December 6 and 20, Wine 101 played host to 80+ residents for the annual “Christmas Potluck and Bottle Exchange.” As usual, we saw some wonderful wines being presented when the packages were unwrapped and, as usual, we saw wines being snatched out of the clutches of unsuspecting participants as others also cherished the same wine. Playing by the rules, wines were eligible to be “stolen” from another participant until the bottle was “frozen” from theft.

This event is always very popular and sales of tickets for both days were intense with all the spots being snatched up quickly.

Mark you calendar for next year as tickets go on sale for December in November.

I am looking ahead to 2019 and beyond and am very excited to say that I have ideas to take us through at least June 2020. Our next class will be held January 10 and will be themed “Marvelous Malbec.” We will be looking at one of the five red Bordeaux style grapes that have shifted in quantities from Bordeaux to South America in growth statistics. The class will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and each participant is asked to bring a Malbec to share with their table and neighbors. You may also bring any other wines if you choose.

In addition, you are to bring your own wine glasses and an appetizer to share with the class. There will also be 12 Malbecs to sample on the community table. The class will be open to the first 120 residents with tickets selling at $3 per person, non-refundable. You may purchase up to four tickets for this event. Tickets for this event went on sale Friday, December 21.

In January 2019 we will be starting our eighth year of Wine 101.

Many thanks to those who assisted with class set-ups, contributed wine articles, shared ideas and helped with connections for speakers and trips. We have been fortunate to have some very interesting speakers as well as some really fun trips. More of both are in the making so stay tuned.

I’m looking forward to having another fun year in 2019 and I hope all had a memorable and safe holiday season. Happy New Year.

SO MANY WINES, SO LITTLE TIME!

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• Flax milk, low in protein but high in fiber and alpha linoleic acids, not much calcium unless fortified and frequently highly sweetened.

LIVE LONGER AND HEALTHIER Does Your Body Really Need Milk?

By Susie Blair, RN-BSN

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anuary is National Staying Healthy Month and January 11 is Milk Day!

• Pea milk, the newest contender, is equal in protein and calcium to cow’s milk but may also be highly sweetened and use unhealthy sunflower oil.

We have been led to believe that “milk does a body good” or “every body needs milk” but these statements may not be true for adults.

According to How Stuff Works, “worldwide, more than 60% of people lose the ability to process lactose.” We need the enzyme lactase to digest the lactose in cow’s milk. By age 5 most of us no longer produce lactase and many of us become lactose intolerant. Symptoms are flatulence (gassiness), cramps and other digestive discomforts, as well as allergy-like respiratory symptoms of congestion and rhinitis.

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Always read the labels – not all products are created equal!

We think cow’s milk is an important source of calcium, vitamin D, protein and bone health but what are some of its drawbacks? Consider that many corn and soy fed cows have been given antibiotics that will be passed on to us. Eat This Not That states cow’s milk “is a source of inflammationinducing saturated fats.”

If you are going to continue drinking cow’s milk, it’s best if it is organic and from grassfed cows (Organic Valley and Kirkland have options). Also, goat’s milk has less lactose and may be easier to digest.

We can get the same amount of the essential nutrients listed above from cow’s milk alternatives without the side effects. Here’s how the alternatives compare with cow’s milk:

Every body does NOT need milk! There are other ways to get milk’s essential nutrients from foods that are better for us. Live longer and healthier by making healthy choices.

Almond Milk: Contains fewer calories but much less protein, minerals and fatty acids than cow’s milk and a bit higher in calcium and close in vitamin D*. Try fortified, unsweetened brands.

Soy Milk: Contains more calories and (healthy) fat, calcium and vitamin D and an equal amount of protein*. It contains phytic acid which may inhibit absorption of calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc, according to Eat This Not That. Choose non-GMO and organic brands that are not sweetened.

Cashew Milk: Contains less protein but more (healthy) fat and calcium and about the same vitamin D*. Again, choose the unsweetened and organic brands.

DISCLAIMER: Woodbridge LIFE is not a source of legal or medical guidance.

The above article is the author’s opinion and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or for nutritional guidance.

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Rice Milk: The most hypoallergenic of the choices but contains more carbohydrates and fat.

Calcium and vitamin D are about equal* to that of cow’s milk. Eat This Not That cautions against the potential of harmful arsenic levels in rice so choose organic.

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y husband and I spent Halloween Day at the Big Break Regional Shoreline and visitor Center on the Delta in Oakley near Antioch. This is a small park, a tiny jewel and, while an interesting place for adults, it is very suitable for the little ones who are just getting to know the world that surrounds them (and their older siblings or cousins as well as grandma and grandpa).

The park is not at all intimidating to small children as it is comparatively tiny but there are trails available to extend your experience. It will not take all day to explore and if you like to fish, fishing is available from the small wharf. You may also launch boats, etc., from this wharf. There is a large and varied amount of wildlife, such as river otters, beavers, mink and muskrat along with a kaleidoscope of birds and other wildlife. A quick visit to the visitor center will provide all the information you need about the area. The park is right on the Delta, providing a break from nearby civilization.

It has a nice visitor center (and spotless bathrooms) and a short trail, which can be extended into a longer trail by simply moving from the little trail where it meets the paved bike trail. The park sits right on the Delta and provides nice opportunities to see and explore this section. The paved walk where the trail begins has been stamped with what looks like the footsteps (or paw prints) of the many small animals and birds that live here.

Photo courtesy of https://www.ebparks.org/parks/big_break

History of the area includes the Julpun Indian Tribe that lived and thrived here for many generations. Later, starting in 1772 with the FagesCrespi expedition, the area was slowly explored and finally inhabited by trappers and immigrants from many parts of the world.

A good first stop is the visitor center where you find all the information you need as well as a map of the trails. The loop trail is an easy walk and joins the bicycle trail.

Read more at: https://www.ebparks.org/parks/big_break/default.htm

Travel Adventures

All trips pick up from Woodbridge Community Center TOURS

Destination: Cirque du Soleil â&#x20AC;&#x153;VOLTAâ&#x20AC;?

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds March 3, 2019 Price: $289 Cirque du Soleil is known for its breathtaking stunts, avante-garde costumes and stylish music. Sunday Â&#x2039;Â&#x17E;Ä&#x203A;Â&#x17D;Â?ČąÂ&#x152;Â&#x2018;Â&#x160;Â&#x2013;Â&#x2122;Â&#x160;Â?Â&#x2014;Â&#x17D;ČąÂ&#x2039;Â&#x203A;Â&#x17E;Â&#x2014;Â&#x152;Â&#x2018;ČąÂ?Â&#x17D;Â&#x160;Â?Â&#x17E;Â&#x203A;Â&#x2019;Â&#x2014;Â?Čą Â&#x2022;Â&#x2019;Â&#x;Â&#x17D;ČąÂ&#x2013;Â&#x17E;Â&#x153;Â&#x2019;Â&#x152;ČąÂ&#x160;Â?Čą Â&#x152;Â&#x2DC;Ä´Č&#x201A;Â&#x153;Čą Â&#x17D;Â&#x160;Â?Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2DC;Â?ÇŻ

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The Great Lakes & Mackinac Island 8 Days, May 19-26, 2019 Price: $3,179 dbl / $3,769 sgl

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Where in the world?

Wow! Woodbridge LIFE has been circling the globe with our wandering residents! We will do our best to include ALL travel photographs, but space and clarity will dictate. Preference will go to those not featured in previous editions and, yes, to those in exotic locales and interesting photo ops! Send images electronically to wblife2017@gmail.com using high resolution or actual size. Thank you for your contributions. We’re happy that you continue to enjoy Woodbridge LIFE. If your picture isn’t here, look for it in the coming months and keep sending them in! Sorry, we can no longer accept print photos.

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Novie Kay and Rose Marks had a wonderful experience traveling with Setness Tours to see Niagara Falls, Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa, Niagara on the Lake and Toronto.

Manny and Sheilah Goulart (left) enjoying a cerveza with friends Buddy and Paula Clark during a cruise to Cabo San Lucas at the tip of Baja California.

Travel besties (L-R): TJ Vallero and Liz Waterbury-Vallero, Shelley and James Tate visit Cabo San Lucas on a family “vacay” before Christmas.

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