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August 2014
Edition 133
The BREEZE
A Monthly Publication of Sun City Aliante Community Association, Inc.
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Bee Gees Cool Summer Special Offer
The Jeneane Marie Show
Hawaiian Sunset Festival
Sister’s Summer School at The Smith Center
Black Canyon River Rafting
WE ARE...
FROM THE PRESIDENT
MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT
Don Schaefer, President, SCAL HOA
Board of Directors
Sun City Aliante Community Association
7394 Aliante Parkway
N. Las Vegas, Nevada 89084
www.scalnlv.com
Last month, Warren Geller received his
certification from the Community Association
Institute (CAI) Nevada as a Dedicated
Community Association Leader (DCAL).
Wayne is the sixth member of the current
Board to receive this certification, and he is
to be congratulated on this achievement. As
have others, Warren has given many hours of
his personal time to reach this status, and we
thank him for his dedication to the owners of
this association.
Association Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Community Center
702-638-5065
Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
FirstService Residential, Nevada
702-737-8580
www.fsresidential.com
Community Association Manager
Arnie Snow - 702-638-5007
[email protected]
Assistant Activities & Fitness Director
Trish Williamson - 702-638-5035
[email protected]
Activities & Fitness Department
Office Manager
Lori Daniels - 702-638-5065
[email protected]
Director of Standards and Compliance
Cathie Snow - 702-638-5017
[email protected]
Board of Directors
Don Schaefer, President
Warren Geller, Vice President
Mark Smith, Secretary
Betty Kramer, Treasurer
Judith Hanson, Director
Wayne Headrick, Director
Mark Klein, Director
Aliante Master Association Info
702-638-7770
The Breeze
Therefore, anything dealing with the sidewalks to the streets and parking is
under the authority of the City of North Las Vegas. This would include the
painting of red zones (no parking areas) repair of the sidewalks, streets and
even the lights standards. Parking of recreational vehicles and trailers is
permitted up to 48 hours by the City. We have asked owners and permit owners
to use our community center parking lot, rather then leave their vehicles
parked in front of their unit, but we cannot enforce any further regulation and
must report violations of the 48-hour parking limit to the City.
At one time, we could regulate parking and such, but some boards went too
far and sometimes towed unit owners vehicles for certain violations; thus our
lawmakers in Carson City felt it necessary to writes specific statues to deal
with this issue. In short, our general manager and the board are very limited
as to what we can or cannot do. If you have issues call the City and get them
involved and maybe, just maybe, with enough complaints things will get
changed.
Don Schaefer
Publisher & Editor in Chief - Lynn Garlock-Wright
Managing Editor - Trish Williamson
Resident Consultant - Sandy Valley
© Copyright 2013, Sun City Aliante - Community Association
Layout by Bob Cummings
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The Breeze is a monthly publication of Sun City Aliante Community Association, Inc. (SCAL),
designed to provide information and news to the members of Sun City Aliante. Advertising
does not influence editorial decisions or content. We reserve the right to refuse advertising
for any reason or cause. Information, services, products and materials contained in The Breeze
magazine are provided on an “as is” basis with no warranty. SCAL disclaims all representations
and warranties, express or implied, with respect to such information, services, products and
materials including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular
purpose, title, non-infringement, and implied warranties arising from course of dealing or
course of performance. In no event shall SCAL be liable for any damages whatsoever whether
in an action, arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the
information, services, products and materials available from this publication.
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Facilities Manager
Juan Macias - 702-638-5009
[email protected]
This statue goes on to say we can adopt rules that reasonably restrict the
parking and storage of recreational vehicles, watercraft, trailers or commercial
vehicles in the common-interest community to the extent authorized by law.
T H E
Customer Service Coordinator
“1. In a common-interest community which IS NOT GATED OR ENCLOSED AND
THE ACCESS TO WHICH IS NOT RESTRICTED OR CONTROLLED BY A PERSON OR
DEVICE, the executive board shall not and the governing documents must not
provide for the regulation of any road, street, alley or other thoroughfare the
right-of-way of which is accepted by the State or a local government for the
dedication as a road, street alley or other thoroughfare for public use.”
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Assistant Manager
Virginia Marquart - 702-638-5006
[email protected]
NRS116.350 covers limitations regarding regulation of certain roads, streets,
alleys and other thoroughfares; permissible regulations of parking or storage of
certain vehicles.
W W W . S C A L N L V . C O M
Activities & Fitness Director
Lynn Garlock-Wright - 702-638-5061
[email protected]
On a totally different note, there have been a few questions from owners about
issues dealing with streets, sidewalks and parking of vehicles in our association.
I would like to devote this space to helping unit owners understand the
responsibility of the association and that of the City of North Las Vegas.
ASSOCIATION NEWS
Dear Residents:
Did you know that most Americans
like their Community Associations!
According to a national survey
conducted by Public Opinion
Strategies for the Foundation
for Community Association
Research, the vast majority of the
65 million Americans who live in
condominiums and homeowners
associations are satisfied with their
communities.
Stay cool,
Lynn Garlock-Wright
Activities & Fitness Director
Ninety percent of community
association residents rate their
overall association experience
as positive (64 percent) or neutral (26
percent), with only 10 percent expressing dissatisfaction.
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Key Findings:
• 90 percent of residents say association board members serve
the best interests of their communities.
• 83 percent say they get along well with the immediate
neighbors.
• 83 percent say their community managers provide value and
support to residents and their associations.
• 70 percent of residents say their association rules protect
and enhance property values; 4 percent say the rules harm
property values.
“This affirms that people who live in condominiums and
homeowners associations are overwhelmingly pleased with their
communities,” says Tom Skiba, CEO of Community Associations
Institute (CAI). “That level of satisfaction compares very favorably
with American attitudes toward other institutions like government,
industry and even our public schools.”
Room for improvement
Skiba acknowledges that all
associations do not function
as well as they should. He says
discontent can be caused
by a number of factors,
including unreasonable
association boards, residents
who disregard rules they have
agreed to follow and difficult
financial circumstances for
the association and individual
homeowners.
“Disagreements and conflict are inevitable,” Skiba says. “Just as there
are poorly governed communities, many associations must contend
with difficult and intransigent residents, including owners who
refuse to follow established rules or pay their fair share for utilities,
services and amenities provided by the association.”
Keys toSuccess
Skiba says the keys to successful associations are clear expectations,
open communication between residents and association leaders,
transparency in governance, strong professional management,
dedicated volunteers and adherence to best practices for association
governance and management.
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Many time-tested best practices are delineated in “From Good to
Great,” a free, downloadable document that includes CAI’s Rights
and Responsibilities for Better Communities and a model code
of ethics for community association boards. Visit www.caionline.
org/good2great. Complete survey results are at www.caionline.
org/2014survey. (NewsUSA)
ASSOCIATION NEWS
BOD NOTICE
This Notice is distributed according to NRS116.31083. At the
beginning of every Board Meeting, there is a member comment
period for comments relating to agenda items only. At the end
of every Board meeting, there is a member comment period for
comments on any subject.
During this period, the Board will hear member comments. The
Board of Directors will not take action on comments or requests
made during the comment periods.
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Agendas for the Board meeting are available one week prior to the
meeting at the monitor’s desk and on the Association’s website
(www.scalnlv.com). Copies of the minutes from a Board of Directors
meeting are available from the Association Office after approval by
the Board of Directors. Audio copies of a Board of Directors meeting
are available from the Association Office after the minutes have been
approved by the Board of Directors.
The Association Office is located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North
Las Vegas, Nevada 89084. Office Hours are 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday
through Friday. The telephone number for obtaining an agenda is
702-638-5000.
BOARD MEETINGS
Board Meeting Notice
Board Meeting Notice
Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, October 8, 2014, 7 p.m.
BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE
Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 8 p.m.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014, 8 p.m.
Wednesday, October 8, 2014, 8 p.m.
Aliante Master Association
The Aliante Master Association Board Meeting will be held on
Thursday, August 28 at 7 p.m. in the Activity Room at the Community
Center. All Aliante residents are encouraged to attend.
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ASSOCIATION NEWS
COMMUNITY STANDARDS
News from Community
Standards
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Every two years the residents of Sun
City Aliante fill out an Age Verification
Survey to collect the required information
that assures protection of age restricted
community status for this community. The
person who lives at the SCAL address will
be the one filling out and signing the form.
If you have a rental, please make sure your
tenants complete the form and follow up with them to make sure
they turn it in by September 30. If you have any questions or need
help with the form, please stop by my office, email vmarquart@
suncityaliante.us or call 702-638-5006.
Learn how to set your clock. Can’t remember how to set your
irrigation clock? You are not alone! The Southern Nevada Water
Authority has created a helpful interactive tool to take the guesswork
out of setting your irrigation clock with step-by-step instructions
and detailed videos for the most popular models. For the average
homeowner, outdoor watering accounts for as much as 70 to 90
percent of the water used each month. All the water is managed by
one tool (your irrigation clock), which is counting on you to set it
correctly. Learn how to set your irrigation clock and achieve water
efficiently outdoors at www.snwa.com.
Trash pickup is every Tuesday and the Bulk Pick up dates are
August 5 and 19.
The Architectural Review Committee will meet on August 8
and 22. All applications must be submitted no later than noon the
Thursday prior to the meeting. Please remember that any exterior
change to your home or your front or backyard requires the approval
of the ARC before you start the project. If you have any questions,
please call Virginia at 702-638-5006.
Are you thinking about
planting when the weather
cools? Are you looking
for a list of plants that can
be adapted to our desert
environment? The Regional
Urban Forestry Working
Group, in conjunction with
local experts including,
arborists, horticulturists, and
urban foresters, has created a
list to help you can make an
informed decision about what
to plant. Visit http://www.
lasvegasnevada.gov/files/
SNRPC_Regional_Plant_List.
pdf.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 702-638-5006 or
[email protected].
Virginia Marquart
Director of Standards & Compliance, Assistant Manager
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COMMITTEE NEWS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
What would you do if someone knocked on your front door and
called out saying, ”Can you help me, I’ve lost my puppy?” or “Is Bob
home?” Keep in mind, the stranger has no idea if anyone is home or
not. Would you…
1.Invite him in for milk and cookies?
2.Keep quiet and hide, so they can’t see you through the
windows, hoping they will go away?
3.Keep the door closed but respond back so they know
someone’s home?
The NLVPD advises that you definitely let the stranger know there
is someone at home by responding to them. Don’t open the door,
but just make your presence known. Most home invasion burglaries
occur when nobody appears to be home. They kick in the door, enter
and take what they want.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
Meets every other Friday, 9 a.m.
Harlan Nelson at 702-485-6349 and
[email protected]
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
Meets third Fridays, 10 a.m.
Lynda Towers at 702-255-9494 and
[email protected]
COVENANTS COMMITTEE
Meets third Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room.
Mark Smith at 702-290-1657 and
[email protected]
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Meets last Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Don Stewart at 702-569-1776
PROPERTY AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE
Meets third Thursdays, 1 p.m.
ELECTION COMMITTEE
Sandy Valley at 702-399-2689
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B R E E Z E
Their next meeting will be held on September 19; stop by and
learn more about the committee and how they contribute to your
community.
T H E
The Communication Committee would like to invite all residents of
Sun City Aliante to attend their monthly Communication Committee
meetings. Meetings are scheduled the third Friday of the month at
10 a.m. in the Conference Room.
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Residents Invited to Attend
SCAL Communication
Committee Meetings
LIFESTYLE COMMITTEE
Meets last Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Alan Melnick at 702-538-8396 and [email protected]
HEALTH AND FITNESS
Autumn Begins on
September 22
Time For Your Flu Shot!
Saturday, September 20, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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B R E E Z E
Flu season is just around the corner, and anyone can be a potential
target. Your best protection against the debilitating effects of
this virus is to get a flu shot. The flu vaccine is 75-90% effective in
preventing infection. Contrary to popular myth, you cannot get the
flu from the vaccine. Shots will be given by Maxim Health Systems at
the community center on Saturday, September 20, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Flu and pneumonia shots are free for Medicare B and Senior
Dimensions participants (HMO/Medicare participants should check
with their insurance carriers prior to getting shots at Sun City
Aliante). For all others, flu shots are $30, and the pneumonia shot
is $95. This is done on a first-come, first-served basis. Payments are
made directly to Maxim Health Systems.
Avoid Strokes by Switching
to a Mediterranean Diet
(NewsUSA) - Donna Mendes, M.D., a senior vascular surgeon at St.
Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospitals in New York, N.Y., and member of the
Society for Vascular Surgery, says approximately 795,000 strokes
occur per year in the United States.
You can improve your health -- and chances of avoiding a stroke,
impairment and possibly death -- by simply switching to a
Mediterranean diet. This can lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
cholesterol, which is the “bad” cholesterol that’s more likely to build
up fatty deposits in your arteries.
The Mediterranean diet contains:
• Olive or canola oil as a healthy replacement for butter or margarine.
Use it in cooking, for dipping or even as a spread on bread.
• Seven to 10 servings of vegetables and fruits daily. When possible,
choose fresh and seasonal produce. If you like to snack, cut them up
in pieces, and store them in your refrigerator.
• Whole-grain bread and cereal. Begin to eat more whole-grain rice
and pasta products. Choose organic dips for bread.
• Healthy nuts. Include unsalted almonds, cashews, pistachios and
walnuts limited to a handful per day. Choose natural peanut butter,
without hydrogenated fat added.
• No salt. For seasoning use herbs and spices instead.
• Fresh fish and poultry one to two times a week. Try less fatty fish,
like tuna, salmon, trout, mackerel and herring. Grilling, rather than
frying, is the best way to prepare fish. Avoid skin on poultry.
• Red meat, but only a few times per week. One portion should be the
size of a deck of cards. Avoid salty and high-fat meats.
• Low-fat dairy products like skim milk, fat-free yogurt and low-fat
cheese.
• If your physician permits it, you may have a glass of wine at
dinner.
To learn more about your vascular health, visit the Society for
Vascular Surgery’s website at www.VascularWeb.org.
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HEALTH AND FITNESS
Tee It Up
With A Pro
By Paul Cox, PGA
I love that my profession resides
at a place of leisure. People
come to the golf course to
relax and spend time with
friends and loved ones, often
on vacation or possibly playing
hooky from responsibility.
Whatever reason folks come
out to the “playground,” I enjoy being the playground supervisor. I
also enjoy the fact that we can provide a venue for charitable and
developmental organizations to hold events. I am going to share
with you the two organizations that we are proud to be involved
with here at Aliante.
I look forward to seeing you on the practice tee at Aliante Golf
Club, and I look forward to helping you improve your skills and
your enjoyment of the game.
This is our club, our community and I’m glad to be a part of it,
~Paul
At The Club:
We’ve had a blast at the summer golf clinic (open to all abilities) held
Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. ($20 per golfer). You’ll receive 45 minutes of
group instruction, and each session is limited eight students. To sign
up for a session, email [email protected].
Golf Quote:
“You don’t know what pressure is until you make a $5 bet
with only $2 in your pocket.”
-Lee Trevino
Blood Pressure Checks
Friday, August 8, 9 a.m.
Donna McCarthur from Centennial Hills Hospital will perform free
blood pressure checks on Friday, August 8, from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. in
the community center. No advance sign up is necessary and tests
are done on a first-come first-serve basis.
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The First Tee of Southern Nevada is our local chapter of a national
program. Their mission is teaching youth how to play golf; the
unique curriculum has a strong life skills component that includes
community service and mentoring opportunities. The First Tee also
provides an opportunity for kids who might not ever get a chance
to play golf, not only a chance to play, but a chance to obtain
scholarships. Since our organization assumed management at
Aliante almost two years ago, the number of participants in the
First Tee Program has grown from about 50 kids to over 250 Kids!
The program uses Aliante Golf Club every Saturday from 8
a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Please feel free to come over and watch the
future of golf and a fantastic group of mentors in action. To learn
more about the group, check out their website at http://www.
thefirstteesouthernnevada.org.
The Wounded Warrior Athletics Non Profit Corporation was initiated
by four active-duty Air Force members stationed at Nellis AFB. It
sends an overwhelming message when active-duty members are
taking care of their own and, hopefully, leading the way for others
to follow. Wounded Warrior Athletics’ objective is to encourage
other active-duty members to start taking initiative to help their
fellow troops through programs like these and never forgetting the
military members who paid the ultimate sacrifice. We are proud to
be the host facility for this program. I have been coaching our local
wounded warriors since the beginning of this program, and it has
been tremendously rewarding to watch them become avid golfers.
We also host the organization’s charity tournaments here at Aliante.
The next tournament is at the end of this month on August 31.
Reach out to us at Aliante Golf Club and ask about how you can be a
participant in the tournament. For more information, check out their
website http://www.wwathletics.org/.
We are proud to be associated with these two noble causes here at
Aliante Golf Club. I am personally proud to be able to give back to
those who have sacrificed so much and to give to the youth who
represent the future of golf and our country.
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SEMINARS
FREE “Seven-Week
Freedom from Smoking”
Evening Class Continues...
on August 4, 6, 11, 19 and 25, 6-8 p.m.
The “Seven-Week Freedom From Smoking Class,” which began July
14 from 6-8 p.m., will continue through August. The class will be
held from 6-8 p.m. on August, 4, 6, 11, 19 and August 25. The class
will give you all the tools you need to reach your goals. And the best
news is the class is absolutely FREE!
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This class is proven to work, positive and supportive. If you enrolled
in Session One on July 14, you received four weeks of free nicotine
replacement through a grant-funded program. If you missed
previous classes, don’t worry. Just sign up at the monitor’s desk, and
you can still take advantage of this opportunity. Be brave and sign
up, and put yourself on the road to becoming smoke-free.
Medicare 101 – Weaving
Through the Maze
Tuesday, August 12, 10 a.m.
MEDICARE can be confusing. What’s covered? Do I need Part A,B,C
and D? It’s like alphabet soup. How can I afford my medications?
Which plan is better for me – HMO, Advantage? The questions can
be almost endless. HELP is on the way. Lee Jordan of Healthcare
Plans West, LLC will present “Medicare 101” on August 12 at Sun
City Aliante. His goal is to help people weave through the Medicare
Maze. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by August 11.
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
“Live to 100… and Want To!”
Solving Pain and Health
Problems Naturally
Wednesday, August 13, 11:30 a.m.
If you had a high quality of
life… less pain... peace of
mind, wealth, family and
friendships… then, wouldn’t
you want to live to be 100?
Dr. Devin Luzod, DC, the CEO
of Spinal Care of Nevada and
Gentle Pain Care Centers,
will discuss his book, “Live
to 100… and Want To!” He
will inform you how to solve
pain naturally, improve
energy, lose weight, reduce
stress and live a younger,
higher-quality of life. For
the past 15 years that he
has practiced in Nevada, Dr. Devin has been giving his patients a
roadmap to a better, healthier life. Lunch will be served. Sign up at
the monitor’s desk by August 12.
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Lunch ‘n’ Learn
Solar Power – Saving Money Is
Easier Than You Thought
Thursday, August 14, 11:30 a.m.
Solar power is certainly not new. However, in the past, it was not
efficient or easy to install, and the cost alone made “going solar”
prohibitively expensive.
At this presentation, SolarCity Energy Consultant David Bain will
discuss advances in solar technology in the last 10 years, as well
as finance programs and business practices that now make solar
accessible to everyone.
We are all aware of how much our electricity can cost us at the end
of the month. Until now, we have had little choice but to pay
that bill. You now have the opportunity to change that.
Learn about SolarCity’s special program, and find out if going solar
is right for you. Lunch will be served. Please sign up at the monitor’s
desk by August 13.
SEMINARS
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
Signs, Symptoms and Prevention of
Coronary Artery Disease (SNP)
Friday, August 15, 11:30 a.m.
Representatives from HealthCare Partners will discuss Coronary
Artery Disease and its signs, symptoms and prevention on August
15 at 11:30 a.m. Additionally, this discussion will inform attendees of
the HealthCare Partners Total Care Mode. Following the presentation,
there will be an opportunity for an open discussion and questions.
This event will include lunch for attendees. Sign up at the monitor’s
desk by August 14.
Tuesday, August 19, 10 a.m.
What is the “Donut Hole” in Medicare Part D? Are you required to take
Medicare Part D? How does your tax bracket come into play?
Is your vision cloudy
or blurry? Do colors
seem faded? Does
the glare from
headlight or sunlight
appear too bright?
Do you have poor
night vision? If any of
these situations apply
to you, don’t miss this
opportunity.
Join Centennial Hills
Hospital and Dr. Liang
for an informative
discussion about
the symptoms and
treatment options for cataracts. Light refreshments will be served.
Sign up at the monitor’s desk by August 25.
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The prescription drug
coverage gap in Medicare Part
D begins after you have spent
a certain amount for covered
drugs. Once you reach the
coverage gap in 2014, you’ll
pay 47.5% of the plan’s cost
for covered brand name
prescription drugs, and it can
change every year. You’ll pay
45% in 2015.
Confused About the Medicare
“Donut Hole?” Want to learn about
changes to Social Security?
Laser Cataract Surgery
August 26, 1-2 p.m.
T H E
B R E E Z E
Is the cost the same for
married and single people?
What if you can’t afford to pay
the extra costs? How will the
Affordable Health Care Act
affect the “Donut Hole?”
In addition, are you informed
about the latest changes in Social Security? Jacqueline Adoski
of Insurance Resolutions has answers to these questions and
more. Join her on August 19 at 10 a.m. She’ll help you sort out the
confusion of Medicare and more. Sign up at the monitor’s desk on
August 18.
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SEMINARS
EXCURSIONS
Lunch ‘n’ Learn
MYTHS &
REALITIES
REGARDING
ANNUITIES
The Super Summer Theatre
Experience at Spring
Mountain Ranch State Park
Thursday August 28,
11:30 a.m.
Some people say annuities
are great for retirees/seniors.
Others say annuities are terrible. What is a retiree to do? Could they
both be right?
Come out and enjoy an evening with Super Summer Theatre!
Super Summer Theatre is more than a show, it is an experience.
This outdoor venue, just 10 miles out of Las Vegas, is 10 degrees
cooler than in the city. Bring a light jacket, pack a picnic dinner and
experience the outdoors with your family and friends prior to the
performance. As the sun goes down, the curtain goes up and guests
can settle in for some great theatre under the stars.
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Annuities, like many things, have changed over the years and the
concerns many people voiced regarding annuities 10, 15, or 20 plus
years ago may or may not be valid in regard to today’s annuities.
• Do you know that there are several different types of
annuities?
• Do you know that there are several different purposes
for annuities?
• Wouldn’t it be great to know, which type of annuity is
or isn’t right for you?
Attend this Lunch & Learn seminar presented by Adam Goodman
of Lifetime Income Services on August 28 to learn for yourself if and
how an annuity may serve your retirement planning needs. Sign up
at the monitor’s desk by August 27.
ARSENIC & OLD LACE
When: September 18
Show begins at 7:05 p.m., depart SCAL 5 p.m.
Cost: $25 (includes general admission tickets and
transportation) Sign up at the monitor’s desk by
September 11
Meet Mortimer Brewster who must deal with his two aunts,
charming and innocent old ladies, who populate their cellar with the
remains of socially and religiously “acceptable” roomers. One brother,
who believes he is Theodore Roosevelt, digs locks for the Panama
Canal in the cellar, and the other brother received plastic surgery
performed by his accomplice, Dr. Einstein.
“Arsenic and Old Lace” is a play by the American playwright Joseph
Kesselring, written in 1939. It is best known through the film
adaptation starring Cary Grant and directed by Frank Capra. The play
was directed by Bretaigne Windust, and opened on January 10, 1941.
On September 25, 1943, the play moved to the Hudson Theater. It
closed there on June 17, 1944, having played 1,444 performances.
Of the twelve plays written by Kesselring, “Arsenic and Old Lace” was
the most successful, and, according to the opening night review in
The New York Times, the play was “so funny that none of us will ever
forget it.” Refunds are not available.
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EXCURSIONS
About Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
Super Summer Theatre is located about 10 miles outside Las Vegas
within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
The Meadow
Meadow seating is first come, first seated. The meadow is separated
into two sections. The chair section is on the south side of the
meadow. People are allowed to bring their own low back chairs to the
performance or rent a chair for one dollar. The blanket section allows
only blankets in this area. Throw down a blanket and enjoy the evening
before and during the night’s performance. Pack a picnic basket with
wine and a meal to enjoy under the stars.
Nevada Public Radio’s
Summer Bus Tour
Utah Shakespeare Festival
Friday, September 26th - Saturday, September 27th
The meadow has two wheelchair pads large enough to accommodate a
wheelchair patron and their family. These spots may not be reserved…
again, first come, first served. Also, the meadow has two paved
sidewalks along the outside of the meadow area making the walk to the
bathrooms, concession stand and picnic pavilion easily accessible.
The Concession Stand
Buy Merchandise and Rent Chairs
Super Summer Theatre sells a limited number of items each season.
Merchandise available for sale can range from blankets for the chilly
evenings to the popular stuffed burros. The merchandise area also rents
low back chairs before each night’s performance. Why drag out a chair
when you can rent one for a buck?
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The cost is $315 for single occupancy and $265 for double
occupancy (per person) and includes all show tickets, transportation,
Friday lunch, and accommodations. Please make your reservation
by contacting KNPR on your own by August 22 at 702-285-9895.
We are not accepting reservations at the monitor’s desk.
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Join Nevada Public Radio for its highly-anticipated summer bus
tour to cool Cedar City for the Utah Shakespeare Festival. Enjoy a
comfortable ride in a private motor coach, boxed lunch on Friday, an
overnight stay at the Abbey Inn
with a hot continental breakfast
and show tickets including,
“Boeing Boeing”, “Sherlock
Holmes: The Final Adventure”
and “Twelfth Night.” They will
take care of all of the details;
but, if you want to go, you’ll
want to reserve your seats early
before this popular trip sells out!
See the full details and shows
available at http://www.knpr.org/
summertravel/.
To enhance the Super Summer Theatre experience, the concession stand
offers a variety of items for sale and is open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on show
nights. Their hotdogs have been named the “Best in the West” and the
kids enjoy the quarter candy items. They also serve popcorn, nachos and
cheese, sodas, ice cream, fruit bars and a variety of cookies and candies.
EXCURSIONS
Black Canyon River Rafting
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Tuesday, September 30, Depart SCAL at 8 a.m.
Enjoy a 12-mile Black Canyon
River Rafting adventure at the
start of autumn. Experience
the scenic Black Canyon on the
magnificent Colorado River
on rafts that launch from the
base of the Hoover Dam. Bring
your camera and capture the
extraordinary views of Hoover
Dam, the new expansion bridge
and the majestic desert big horn
sheep, osprey and more. Relax
as experienced guides lead
you on a breathtaking journey
through towering canyon walls
that rise 2,000 ft. above you. View natural hot springs, volcanic rock
formations and other geological wonders.
Our trip ends on the Arizona side of the river at Willow Beach, where
you will have a chance to shop for souvenirs of your trip. Tickets are
$102 per person and include the raft trip and tour guide, a box
lunch, refreshments on the bus, transportation and gratuity.
Two bus drivers and two tour guides will lead us on this adventure.
A minimum of 25 is required. This is a popular trip… first come, first
served. We’ll depart Sun City Aliante at 8 a.m. and return around
5 p.m. Please sign up at the monitor’s desk at by September 16.
Refunds are not available.
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HOT TICKETS
UPCOMING SHOWS
AT THE SMITH CENTER
Sister’s Summer School
Catechism
The Smith Center, Troesh Studio Theater - Saturday,
August 23, Depart at 1:30 p.m. for 3 p.m. show
(sign up by August 1) - General Admission
Seating - $55 includes Show Ticket & Transportation
Sister will discuss such questions as, “Did Jesus have to go to summer
Sign up at the monitor’s desk by August 1. The cost is $55 per
person and includes your ticket and shuttle bus transportation.
A minimum of 20 is required for the bus. A minimum of 10 is required
for the group rate. We will depart SCAL at 1:30 p.m. for the 3 p.m.
show and return home after the show at approximately 5:30 p.m.
WICKED
Thursday, October 9,
2014, Showtime 2 p.m.
(sign up at the
monitor’s desk by
August 10)
The Smith Center,
Depart SCAL at 12:45
p.m. $98 includes Show
Ticket & Transportation.
Twenty people are required for the shuttle bus.
So much happened before Dorothy dropped in. Long before that
girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two other girls meet in
the land of Oz. One — born with emerald-green skin — is smart,
fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very
popular. How these unlikely friends become the Wicked Witch of
WICKED ... Continues on page 16
It’s summer and Sister is NOT happy. It seems the diocese has
decided to offer a summer school catechism course for those
students who weren’t paying attention all year. Instead of three
relaxing weeks at the motherhouse, Sister is stuck with her students
this summer! And summer is already rough enough for Sister – try
wearing 50 pounds of gabardine in 90-degree heat!
school?” or “What is an appropriate summer vacation for a practicing
Catholic?” And she’s sure to talk about the best way to make use of
what’s left of your summer vacation. Beat the heat with Sister this
summer, and if you know what’s good for you, don’t be late!
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HOT TICKETS
WICKED ... Continues from page 15
the West and Glinda the Good makes for the most spellbinding new
musical in years. On Broadway and around the world, WICKED has
worked its magic on critics and audiences alike. Winner of 35 major
awards, including a Grammy® and three Tony Awards®, WICKED
is “Broadway’s biggest blockbuster” (The New York Times), and “a
cultural phenomenon” (Variety).
Sign up at the monitor’s desk by August 10. The cost is $98 per
person and includes your ticket and shuttle bus transportation. A
minimum of 20 is required for the bus. A minimum of 10 is required
for the group rate. We will depart SCAL at 12:45 p.m. for the 2 p.m.
show and return home after the show at approximately 4:30 p.m.
The Australian Bee Gees
Show Offers a Cool
Summer Deal
Summer 4-pack of tickets only $99 plus taxes
Saturdays at 5 p.m. through Labor Day Weekend
Wednesday, August 27, Departs SCAL at
6:15 p.m. for 8 p.m show
The Australian Bee Gees Show is offering a NEW SUMMER FUN PACK
of 4 tickets for $99 plus taxes and fees (valid only on 5 p.m. Saturday
performances through Labor Day Weekend). This represents a saving
of more than $133 off the normal ticket price.
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“Absinthe”
“Absinthe,” is the critically acclaimed acro-cabaret variety show.
“Absinthe” is performed in the round with unobstructed sightlines
and in an intimate proximity to world-class artists performing
amazing feats of strength, balance, danger and unfathomable
flexibility.
According to the Las Vegas Sun, Absinthe has been hailed as “the
most inventive and daring show to open on the Strip in years!”
Absinthe features outrageous comedy and a cast of wild and
outlandish acts performing amazing feats of virtuosity within mere
feet of the audience. As the Huffington Post declares, “It happens
five feet away from you, and it’s awesome! If you see one show
in your entire life, make it Absinthe!”
Voted Best New Show ~ Las Vegas Weekly
“It’s BRILLIANT. I’m going to put that in caps when I write this
down. It’s BRILLIANT! It reminded me of what’s great about Vegas.”
~HuffingtonPost.com
“Naugthy and nice, exotic and erotic, wild and wacky Absinthe!”
~Robin Leach’s Vegas Luxe Life
If you are someone who would enjoy a hip, irreverent world filled
with amazing feats of physicality, musical buoyancy and thunderous
applause, join us on Wednesday, August 27 to experience Absinthe.
This in-the-round show is performed in the “ABSINTHE TENT” at
Caesars Palace located between Caesars main valet and Serendipity.
Absinthe was created for adult audiences only; under 18 will not be
admitted to the Absinthe Tent. Your ticket and transportation is
$115. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by August 20. A minimum of
20 people are needed. Refunds are not available.
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This is a great deal, especially if you have relatives and friends visiting
from out-of-town or just want to get together with a group of friends
for a night on the town.
Founded in 1996, The Australian Bee Gees Show – A Tribute to the
Bee Gees, produced by SPI entertainment, has called the Excalibur
Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas home since 2012. Capturing the look,
sound and personality of one of the most successful groups in music
history, the veteran performers bring a high-energy production,
guaranteed to have audiences on the dance floor. The show,
performed in The Thunder From Down Under Showroom, features
iconic classics that changed the sound of music, including “You
Should Be Dancing,” “Stayin’ Alive,” “To Love Somebody” and “Night
Fever,” among others.
Purchase your tickets from the Excalibur box office, online at www.
excalibur.com or by phone at (702) 597-7600 in advance or the day
of the show.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
Movie Nights!
Enjoy great current releases in the Vista Ballroom. This is the perfect
time to round up the gang and have fun meeting new residents. Switch
off your phone, sit back and enjoy the show! The price is $4 per person
to cover the cost of the food. We offer snacks for all moviegoers… hot
dogs, sauerkraut, relish, popcorn, pretzels, chips, cheese dip, peanuts,
candy, sodas and water. We normally feature movies on the first and
third Fridays of the month at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Sign up at
the monitor’s desk by noon the day of show.
Non Stop
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Friday, August 1, 6 p.m.
Global action actor Liam Neeson
stars in Non-Stop, a suspense
thriller played out at 40,000 feet
in the air. During a transatlantic
flight from New York City to
London, the U.S. Air Marshal
receives a series of cryptic text
messages demanding that he
instruct the airline to transfer
$150 million into an off-shore
account. Until he secures the
money, a passenger on his flight
will be killed every 20 minutes.
The film reunites Neeson with
director Jaume Collet-Serra and producer Joel Silver, and co-stars
Golden Globe Award winner Julianne Moore. Motion Picture Rating
(MPAA) Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of action and violence,
some language, sensuality and drug references. Runtime: 106 min.
(Source: IMBD)
The
Monuments
Men
Based on the true story of the
greatest treasure hunt in history,
The Monuments Men is an action
drama focusing on an unlikely World
War II platoon tasked by FDR to go
into Germany and rescue artistic
masterpieces from Nazi thieves and
return them to their rightful owners.
It was an impossible mission. The
art was trapped behind enemy lines
and the German army was under orders to destroy everything as the
Reich fell. How could these guys - seven museum directors, curators, and
art historians, all more familiar with Michelangelo than the M-1 - possibly
hope to succeed? But as the Monuments Men, as they were called, they
found themselves in a race against time to avoid the destruction of
1000 years of culture. They would risk their lives to protect and defend
mankind’s greatest achievements. From director George Clooney, the
film stars George Clooney, Matt Damon, Bill Murray, John Goodman,
Jean Dujardin, Bob Balaban, Hugh Bonneville, and Cate Blanchett. The
screenplay is by written by Sony Pictures Entertainment. Picture Rating
(MPAA) Rated PG-13 for some images of war violence and historical
smoking. Runtime: 118 min. (Source: IMDB)
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Friday Night Social
and Dance Party
Sign up at the monitor’s desk by noon, the day of event. No one will be
admitted without a ticket.
Step up and get ready to
dance! On August 8, the
Activities Department will
host the Friday Night Social
and Dance Party in the Vista
Ballroom. This fun-filled
event is held the second
Friday of each month from
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come enjoy
an evening of socializing,
dancing, great music, snacks
and delicious desserts.
The dance floor is open, whether you enjoy Ballroom, Line, Square or Disco
dancing. You will be able to bring the music that provides the rhythmic beat
you most enjoy.
The Friday Night Social and Dance Party provide residents with an entertaining
evening for enjoyable expression, social interaction and pleasurable exercise.
Even if you don’t want to dance, it’s a great opportunity to get out and meet
new friends. You are welcome to bring your favorite spirit libation. Tickets
are $3. Tickets must be purchased at the monitor’s desk by noon, the day of
the event. Note: This event includes bright flashing lights. No one will be
admitted without a ticket.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
The Jeneane Marie Show
Friday, September 6, 7 p.m.
Sun City Aliante Vista Ballroom
Jeneane Marie is one of the
most explosive singers in the
entertainment industry today.
From coast to coast and around
the world, she has taken her
shows to the most prestigious
venues. Her career started in Las
Vegas with some of the biggest
names in the business: George
Carlin, Bill Cosby, Rich Little,
Don Rickles, Jerry Lewis, Mel
Torme, Wayne Newton and the
legendary Mr. Frank Sinatra, to
name a few.
About Gateway Arts Foundation
Gateway Arts Foundation
promotes the arts and
scholarships in Las Vegas.
Their annual scholarships are
awarded directly to the private
teachers to benefit outstanding
students for continued
advanced studies. The
success of their program has
young artists performing and
receiving great opportunities.
Currently, a talented young
lady from Las Vegas is interning with Barry Manilow Productions.
Their regularly scheduled affordable events involve a community
of artists who help advance their many outreach programs. Along
with receiving many awards, their greatest honor is being called “Las
Vegas’ greatest friend to the artist.”
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The Jeneane Marie Show is presented by the Gateway Arts
Foundation. Proceeds from the show benefit the Gateway Arts
Foundation Las Vegas scholarship program. Don’t miss a great
performance by Jeneane Marie in the Vista Ballroom on Friday,
September 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. Sign up at the monitor’s desk.
T H E
Jeneane Marie is an exceptionally talented beauty of artistic
credibility. Her audiences experience a personal involvement in her
show, leaving everyone feeling as though they have known her for a
lifetime.
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There is no singer to compare her to, simply because she has the
uncanny ability to be “self-unique.” Her control of pitch, power and
emotion elevate her to excellence. Jeneane Marie takes a song and
projects it to her audience with electrifying emotion. Her stage
presence alone is dynamic, but if she never sang a note, her comedic
ability would keep you entertained.
As she perfected her craft, she
went on to perform with such
greats as Luther Vandross, Wayne Brady, and Clint Holmes. In 2009,
Jeneane Marie toured with Motown’s legendary Funk Brothers, Jack
Ashford and Tito Jackson (The Jackson Five). Her diverse talents have
enabled her to perform in Blues Festivals around the country with
such blues legends as BB King, Betty Wright and Coco Montoya, to
name a few greats.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
It’s A Good Time to Shred
(No, not Cole Slaw)
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Saturday, September 20, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Shredding… you know it’s the right thing to do!
Sun City Aliante will provide professional shredding services in the
parking lot on September 20. The shredder will be available from
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Why shred? “Dumpster diving,” or rifling through trash cans for
personal information, is still a tactic used by identity thieves. You are
taking a terrible risk if you don’t shred sensitive material.
Invest in a shredder for your home or office, preferably one that
“cross cuts” (slices in two directions), and destroy all confidential
information including bank and credit card statements you no
longer need, charge receipts with your account information,
insurance forms, physician bills, old tax returns, etc. If your shredder
can’t handle plastic, use a scissors to cut up expired credit and
identification cards before discarding them. For larger jobs, consider
hiring a commercial shredding company.
In short, destroy all sensitive information, including junk mail and
paperwork that includes:
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Account numbers
Birth dates
Passwords and PINs
Signatures
Social Security numbers
To protect your privacy, you should also consider shredding items
that include:
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Names
Addresses
Phone numbers
E-mail addresses
(Source: Washington State Office of the Attorney General)
Computer Clinic
Jim Davis, Sun City Computer Guy, will NOT hold his free computer
clinic at the community center during August. Jim’s free computer
clinic will resume on September 4 and will continue every Thursday
from 9-11 a.m. If you have any computer questions, send them to
Jim at [email protected] or visit Jim’s free web site at
http://www.suncitycomputerguy.com.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
From Phantom
to Band
Frontwomen
An accomplished vocalist, Hertzenberg
is best known for her role as Christine
in the Las Vegas production of Andrew
Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera. In
summer 2013, she assembled a six-piece
band and began performing an evening
of cabaret, dubbed “Beyond the Stage.”
She and her band played to sold-out
audiences at the Art Square Theatre and
the Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay.
Most recently, they played for a sold-out
audience in the Cabaret Jazz room at The
Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
The 2014 Desert Companion’s “Best
of the City” issue for Art and Culture
honored Hertzenberg with the “Best
Torch Singer” award. Reporter Jarret
Keene describes Kristen’s voice onstage
to be “the centerpiece, a versatile and
dynamic instrument that goes from
gritty blues to angelic peal at the drop of
a Julie London record sleeve.”
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Kristen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Voice
from the University of Texas at Austin
and a Master’s in Opera from the Longy
School of Music in Cambridge, MA. She
studied at the Austrian-American Mozart
Academy in Salzburg and won first
place in the National Opera Association
competition.
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After completing postgraduate work, she
was cast as “Sophie” in Terrence McNally’s
Master Class at the Caldwell Theatre
in Boca Raton, Fla. She then joined a
European tour of HAIR and played the
role of “Sheila.” The show opened in Paris
and played in cities across Europe.
Upon returning from Europe, she was
cast in the original ensemble of Phantom
- The Las Vegas Spectacular. A year later,
Hertzenberg played “Christine” and
continued in that role for five years. She
is now playing “Dyanne” in the Tony®
Award winning musical Million Dollar
Quartet at Harrah’s.
Hertzenberg sang the National Anthem
at a Las Vegas NASCAR race in 2001. That
same year, she released her debut album,
“Holidays from the Heart.” She returned
to the NASCAR stage in 2014 to sing
the anthem alongside her Million Dollar
Quartet colleagues.
The Wright Entertainment and Jack Walker Present
Kristen Hertzenberg
Saturday, September 13
Santa Fe Station Casino Chrome Showroom
Showtime is 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. The cover charge for each show is $15 (tax
inclusive), cash at the door. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by noon September 13 in
time for the Chrome Showroom to provide proper seating arrangements.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
CLEAR Announces Expansion to
McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas
CLEAR’s biometric identity verification to speed travelers through airport security at
McCarran International Airport (LAS) begins late this summer.
A technology provider using advanced biometric identity verification to speed travelers
through airport security, CLEAR announced it will launch its unique services at Las Vegas’
McCarran International Airport this summer.
Certified by the Department of Homeland Security as Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology,
CLEAR members use their biometrics (fingerprint and iris) to verify their identity allowing
them expedited security screening at major US airports across the country. CLEAR services
are closely integrated with TSA’s Pre-Check. Typical CLEAR members consistently get
through airport checkpoints in less than five minutes. CLEAR anticipates launching dedicated
members-only security lanes and enrollment kiosks in three of McCarran’s checkpoints in
mid-August 2014.
CLEAR membership is $179 a year for unlimited use. Members can add their spouse or partner for an additional $50, and children under 18
are always free (no CLEAR card required) through the CLEAR lane. Military and corporate discounts are also available.
CLEAR’s secure biometric technology is scalable for other uses and platforms, including stadiums, universities, municipal buildings and other
venues seeking fast, effective and secure identity verification on a large scale. For a demonstration on how CLEAR works, view this video:
http://vimeo.com/53687250.
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“We are thrilled to be bringing CLEAR to Las Vegas. McCarran is the tenth airport offering
our services,” said CLEAR CEO Caryn Seidman Becker. “CLEAR and McCarran are dedicated to
creating the safest and most efficient experience possible for travelers departing this worldrenowned destination.”
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SUN CITY ALIANTE HIGHLIGHTS
SCAL’s Louis Augenblick Inducted as
Commander, NV Jewish War Veterans Club
Sun City Aliante resident Louis
Augenblick was recently inducted
as Commander of the Nevada
Jewish War Veterans Club
during the annual convention.
Louis’ wife, Fran, was on hand
during the ceremonies to pin
the Commander’s Pin on him
(pictured left). Louis is a veteran
who proudly served in World War
II.
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as the High Roller. After shopping
and dining in the area, featuring
more than 30 retail, dining and
entertainment venues, the group
met at the High Roller, the focal
point of the district. The highlight
of our adventure was riding on
the Linq, which tops off at 550
feet, and enjoying the beautiful
views it affords of the entire city
at night.
More than 100 residents
enjoyed clapping, singing
along and dancing to the
top tunes of the ‘50s and
‘60s performed by the
Street Corner Rhapsody in
the Vista Ballroom on June
14. A professional group
of vocalists and musicians
specializing in poporientated Rhythm & Blues,
Street Corner Rhapsody
kept the audience spellbound to the music of such groups as Dion
and the Belmonts, Jay and The Americans, Little Anthony and the
Imperials, The Platters, The Drifters, The Coasters, to name a few. A
portion of the proceeds
raised by the show were
donated the Gateway Arts
Foundation Las Vegas
scholarship program
to benefit outstanding
students for continued
advancement in their
studies.
T H E
On June 18, more than
20 residents enjoyed a
bus trip to The Linq, an
open-air retail, dining and
entertainment district
located in the heart of the
Las Vegas Strip, anchored
by the world’s tallest
observation wheel, known
The Ultimate Doo-Wop ‘50s ‘60s Party
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The Linq & High Roller
One of the highlights of summer in Las Vegas is spending an evening
at Spring Mountain Ranch enjoying Super Summer Theatre and
cooler temperatures. About 20 residents packed a picnic dinner and
headed for the great outdoors to see the musical comedy “Monty
Python’s Spamalot,” lovingly adapted from the film “Monty Python
and the Holy Grail” on June 12. Prior to the performance, everyone
had to time to eat, drink and visit with friends. We have scheduled
another trip to Spring Mountain Ranch on September 18 to see the
comedy play “Arsenic & Old Lace. You can sign up for this excursion at
the monitor’s desk.
The Jewish War Veterans Club is
the oldest veterans organization
in the United States. They were
founded in 1896, as a response to
anti-Semitics questioning Jewish
loyalty to America. A grateful
George Washington ordered the
Star of David placed on the back
of the dollar bill to honor the
Jewish contribution to the newlyfounded US. The Jewish veterans
have served in the armed forces in every war involving the US.
As honorably discharged veterans, members of the organization
engage in instilling patriotism, supporting our troops, aiding the
homeless, volunteering at VA hospitals, supporting Boy Scout troops,
flying our colors at Veterans Day parades and displaying our flag on
national holidays. Congratulations to Louis Augenblick.
Theatre Under the Stars at Spring
Mountain Ranch
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CHARTER CLUB CORNER & SPECIAL INTEREST
VETERANS CLUB SPOTLIGHT
SUN CITY ALIANTE SONGSTERS
STAY BUSY!
Sy Nielson, chairman of the
Sun City Aliante Veterans
Club, has been appointed to
the North Las Vegas Veterans
Community Commission
by Governor Sandoval and
Mayor John Lee. His efforts
will help our government
focus on veterans needs
locally.
SCAL ALIANTE STEPPERS - GALAXY OF STARS
Sy Nielson
The program was produced by Margo Young and Pam Baltz.
The show radiated energy and featured some of Las Vegas’ best
professional entertainers, along with well-staged production
numbers by the Sun City Aliante Steppers. The show’s emcee was
the highly acclaimed Mark O Toole. His charismatic personality along
with his powerful singing voice made him an audience favorite.
Various other celebrities performed including, Gary Anthony, Sam
Riddle, Rick Natole, Michael Patterson, Kevin Gardner Rose, Elisa Furr
and Kat Ray. The Sun City Aliante Steppers performed three popular
numbers and were enthusiastically received by their fans and
audience. The Steppers would like to thank everyone who attended
this event, and they look forward to starting rehearsals for the third
annual Galaxy of 2015.
Sy and Lois married in 1963 and moved to California in 1967. They
have two children, Stephen, a career Army 1st Sergeant, currently
teaching ROTC at the University of Colorado and Christine, currently
living in West Virginia. They are proud grandparents of five beautiful
grandchildren.
Please drop off your items in the donation box located in the
community center near the monitor’s desk. Your generosity will truly
be appreciated. For more information, contact Dolores Abbott at
702-365-0673 or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391.
SAVE THE DATE!
The next scheduled performance for the Sun City Aliante Steppers
is Wednesday, August 20 at the annual Ms. Senior Nevada Pageant.
This fun and unforgettable event will be held at the South Point
Hotel & Casino at 1 p.m. Several of the Steppers have competed
for the title of Ms. Senior Nevada and ranked as top finalists for the
coveted crown. Margo Young won the pageant in 2009 and is still
an active former reigning queen, spearheading cancer awareness
and participating in fundraising activities for cancer research.
Proceeds raised by this event will be donated to various charitable
organizations such as, Meals on Wheels and Make a Wish Foundation.
Additionally, the preliminary judging “showcase” will take place on
Tuesday, August 19. Ticket prices are $15 for the showcase and $20
for the pageant. To reserve or purchase tickets in advance, contact
Charlie at (702) 809-5881 or (702) 458-9899. The Steppers appreciate
your continued support.
PAN CLUB
Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to get out of the heat and
play some Pan. This is a card game played with eight decks of cards
minus the 8, 9 and10 cards. Pan is similar to Rummy. Join Pan Club
members every Friday afternoon from 12:30-3:30 p.m. and Monday
evenings from 6:30-9:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please
contact Lil Rothstein at 702-649-8766.
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It’s “Back to School
time!” The Seniors with
Warm Hearts Annual
School Supply Drive to
assist needy students in
our community began
July 7 and will continue
through August 17. You
are encouraged to donate
school supplies for grades
K through 12. Some
of the typical donation
items include, but are not
limited to: backpacks,
pens, pencils, crayons, colored pencils, composition books, spiral
notebooks, loose leaf paper, binders and pocket folders. The supplies
will be donated to underprivileged children in two schools in Las
Vegas as well as S.A.F.E. House.
T H E
SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS ANNUAL
SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE CONTINUES
THROUGH AUGUST 17
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Sy is a man of many interests. He has a private pilot’s license, loves
to play bluegrass music on the banjo, guitar and dobro and plays
many sports. He volunteers at the VA Hospital by driving a golf
cart to move patients. Sy was very active in the formation of the
Sun City Aliante Veterans Club. He says, “I’m very proud of the
accomplishments of the SCAL Veterans Club.” Congratulations to Sy
Nielson.
Sy was born in Brooklyn,
NY and lived in New Jersey.
After graduating from high
school in 1960, he attended
the New York Institute of Finance. He was drafted into the Army in
1961 and served with the 101st Airborne Division for two years. Sy
and his wife, Lois, moved to Las Vegas eight years ago from Riverside,
CA, where he owned a business selling, calibrating, maintaining and
certifying laboratory instruments.
On Sunday, May 19, the Sun City Aliante Steppers performed their
Vegas style revue at the Sante Fe Station Casino in the Chrome
Showroom. The proceeds generated from this entertaining event
were donated to military warriors.
PICKLEBALL CLUB
As the writing of this article, the pickleball courts appear to be in the
middle of the construction phase. With the completion scheduled for
the first week of August, Pickleball Club players are eagerly awaiting
the opportunity to play on the new courts and exhibit some of their
added skills honed, while playing other local players on remote
courts.
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We still receive many questions from Aliante residents about
pickleball. What is it? Why is it so popular? Why do the players
seem so addicted to it? What about that weird name? There are
a multitude of answers to the questions (except the name), but
basically pickleball is a mix between tennis, badminton and ping
pong with players using a paddle, slightly larger than a ping pong
paddle, and a ball similar to a softball-sized whiffle ball. With a
minimal amount of instruction, a new player with some hand/eye
coordination can be playing in 15 minutes.
Since the court is smaller than a tennis court, it requires less running;
it is kinder on your knees, and the smaller court size makes it a more
social game. Unlike tennis, the serve is underhanded putting less
stress on the shoulder and rotator cuff. Most current players are
former tennis or racquetball players, who found pickleball when
looking for another form of similar exercise and wanted to limit
stress on their knees, legs and shoulders.
With the recent trend of schools offering pickleball as a PE class,
we see youthful players participating in the sport for its value as an
exercise. While the court construction is in progress, Sun City Aliante
players are experiencing first-hand the younger generation playing
on the various courts.
The sport is experiencing a surge in popularity with players flocking
to the game in record numbers. The USA Pickleball Association
(USAPA) provides players with official rules, tournaments, rankings
and promotional materials. It has seen a 48 percent plus increase
in its membership within the past 16 months. The recent national
media broadcasts, NBC with Brian Williams and CNN’s Holly Firfer in
her “Health” section, spotlighted pickleball and its explosive growth.
This kind of attention helps to fuel the awareness of the game. What
these broadcasts fail to point out is pickleball is a great game to
watch. This website will take you to CNN’s recent piece on pickleball:
http://cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/health/2014/06/10/hmpickleball.cnn.html.
KARON LEHMAN FEATURED
STEPPER OF THE MONTH
Karon is living proof that life takes
many unexpected trajectories,
resulting in challenging
opportunities and successful results!
Karon was raised on a farm in
Cainsville, Missouri. This small town
was comprised of hard-working
farmers, shopkeepers and craftsmen.
In her youth, Karon was passionate
about two things: the accordion and
tap dancing. She took lessons and
excelled at both, quickly winning all of the local talent competitions.
In high school, she mastered several other instruments and took first
prize at the State Competition playing the trumpet in her musical
trio.
After high school, Karon relocated to Kansas City and secured a job
at the Kansas City Life Insurance Company. She had great initiative
and enrolled in cosmetology courses in the evening. Karon acquired
an instructor’s license in the field. She then purchased a building
and converted the premises into a beauty college. The school was a
tremendous success and had a minimum of 50 students at all times.
Simultaneously, she opened and operated a successful 10-chair
beauty salon.
Karon’s second “re-invention” occurred several years later when she
moved to Florida. She was introduced to a new business venture, a
Norwegian Kelp Supplement. She instantly loved the product and
its benefits. Norwegian kelp is brown algae. This seaweed is found
along the North Atlantic coast of Norway. Norwegian kelp is rich in
nutrients and contains minerals including potassium, phosphorous,
calcium, magnesium, sodium, manganese, zinc, iron, copper and
nitrogen. All of these components provide many benefits to humans
and animals. The product is also used by agriculturists for fertilizing.
Last year, Karon relocated her corporate headquarters from Florida
to Las Vegas. She travels extensively marketing her kelp at trade
shows throughout the country and ships the product worldwide.
Karon is a treasured member of the Sun City Aliante Steppers. Her
natural beauty and grace, along with her masterful dance skills,
make her a valuable asset to the troupe.
Our normal clinics and lessons for interested residents have been
postponed until the court construction is completed. If you would
like to be notified when our next clinic or lesson is scheduled, or just
to learn more about this fabulous game, please contact Bob Ziegler
at [email protected] or 801-414-4752.
She enjoys life at Sun City Aliante with her husband, Leonard, an
electrician at McCarran Airport. Leonard is also a talented dancer
who has performed with the Stepper’s male ensemble, the “Vintage
People” at various charitable events. Their motto is “Work hard and
play hard.”
SCAL NO LIMIT TEXAS HOLDEM’
TOURNAMENT
HIKING CLUB
Saturday, August 16, 11 a.m.
The Sun City Aliante Poker Club is hosting a No Limit Texas Holdem’
Tournament on Saturday, August 16 at 11 a.m. This tournament is
open to all SCAL residents. The buy-in is $25. Advance registration is
requested, but walk-ins are permitted.
To sign up or for further information, contact Gary Davis at 702-6490996 and [email protected] or Earl Miller at 702-647-9081 and
[email protected]. Sign up is required by August 15.
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Are you tired of the Las Vegas heat? Take a break and join Hiking
Club members on Tuesday, August 26 when they will hike Mt.
Charleston’s Sawmill Trail. Sawmill is located off of Lee Canyon about
40 minutes from Aliante. This hike is considered easy to moderate.
It’s approximately 2.5 miles round trip and the elevation goes from
7410 to 7490 feet.
Temperatures on Mt. Charleston tend to be 15 to 20 degrees
cooler than they are on The Strip. Hikers will meet in front of the
Community Center at 7:30 a.m. Dress in layers, bring water, a
snack and wear comfortable shoes. Club members look forward to
hiking with you. For further information, call Maureen Grey at
702-633-6719.
SUN CITY ALIANTE VETERANS CLUB
SCAL SONGSTER SPOTLIGHT
Greetings Friends, Neighbors and fellow Vets:
Barbara Slivac
The Veterans Club enjoyed a great program in June. Laurie Willmott
from Spirit Therapies and Sydney Knott from Horses4Heroes spoke to
us about their organizations. Both are doing amazing work with the
troops and their families suffering from PTSD and other problems by
using horses to bond and share with people. They are outstanding
for the work they do. We visited the folks from Spirit Therapies and
saw the horses and activities. It was very uplifting and informative. I
would urge everyone to make a visit to these facilities.
“I love music” is what Barbara
Slivac says when asked why
she likes singing in the Sun City
Aliante Songsters. She saw the
invitation to sing in The Breeze,
and said, “I can do that.” Barbara
comes from a musical family;
her Mom and Dad both sang in
a chorus. Her Dad played the
accordion and several other
instruments. From age six to
twelve, she took piano lessons.
And you may see her at a concert fingering the keys of an imaginary
piano, as she “plays” the notes she is singing.
Horses4Heros invite SCAL residents and their families to discover
horses this summer with three special programs at Tule Springs and
Floyd Lamb Park.
Thank you all again for your outstanding support to the Veterans
Club and the Auxiliary. We really appreciate your attendance and
encouragement. Please continue to pray for our brave men and
women serving our country; they are the bravest of all.
Thanks, and have a great summer.
CLUB DIAL
Beat the heat and step to the beat every Wednesday evening at 6:30
p.m. in the air conditioned Fitness Dance Studio in the community
center. It really is fun to Line Dance. Remember to circle Friday,
September 12 for the Friday Night Social Hoe Down Dance Party in
the Vista Ballroom at 6 p.m. Snacks and beverages will be provided,
and you are welcome to bring your favorite spirit libation. The cost is
only $3. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by noon the day of the event.
If you have any questions, please call Lil Rothstein at 702-649-8766.
Sy Nielson, Chairman, Veterans of Sun City Aliante
BOOK CLUB
The Book Club selection for August is The Wives of Los Alamos,
by TaraShea Nesbit. Join us at the Community Center at 7 p.m.
on Thursday, August 21. For further information, please contact
Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.
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There will be no meeting in August and the next meeting will be
held on Tuesday, September 16 at 7 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. The
Adopt-A-Flag program is still in full gear, as well as flags and poles for
purchase. Give myself or Don Kaufmann a call 702-405-7092.
Barbara bought her home in Sun City Aliante in 2009. She enjoys
aqua aerobics, working in the library, doing taxes with AARP for low
income folks, reading, making baskets and, of course, singing with
the Songsters. The SCAL Songsters are happy to have her singing
skills as well as her organizational abilities.
T H E
The seven-day California Coast Cruise is also filling up, so get your
reservations in right away. You can contact me at 702 234-9183. It is
going to be a great trip! We leave Los Angeles on Saturday, October
11. We are looking into bus transportation so driving, parking, etc.
may not be a problem.
At the University of Arizona, she received a second master’s degree
in museums. That moved her out of teaching and into working as
a Curator of Education at several museums. An education curator
position includes, but is not limited to, programming events, book
signings and panel discussions. She came to Las Vegas in 1990 to
work at Lied Discovery Children’s Museum and then moved to the
Nevada State Museum in 1995. Although retired now, she stays
active on their Volunteer Council. Most recently, she coordinated
a performance for the Sun City Aliante Songsters at the opening of
the most recent exhibit at Springs Preserve entitled Every Age is an
Information Age – 150 Years of Communication in Nevada.
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Two corrections from the July Breeze: first, we donated $1500 to
the Fisher House and the spaghetti dinner will be held on Saturday,
November 8. Look for upcoming promotion and ticket sales. Last
year was a complete sell out, so save the date on your calendars.
Barbara grew up in Calumet, Michigan on the finger of the Upper
Peninsula. She went to parochial school and then to Mt. Mary
College in Wisconsin for her undergraduate degree in English and
French. She entered the Peace Corps and served two years in the
Democratic Republic of Congo. She received her Master’s degree
from Michigan State in French and taught at the college level. She
soon decided that Michigan winters were not for her and took a
teaching position in Arizona. The day she drove into the desert it
was 110 degrees, and she said “This is for me.” She soon convinced
her parents that Arizona was the place to be, and they joined her.
• Monday Family Nights - every Monday is Family Night at
The Horses4Heroes Community Equestrian Center at Tule
Springs. For $25 per family, they offer arena horseback
riding, horse-drawn wagon rides, and playtime in their
barnyard with goats, a sheep, alpacas, two miniature
donkeys and a miniature cow. The event includes a DJ,
dancing, ranch games and more family fun from 5:30 p.m.
to 8 p.m.
• Summer Camp – they are offering a summer camp in
the coolest place in Las Vegas, Floyd Lamb Park. Camp is
offered Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and they have
half-day and three-day options, as well. Camp is just $200
per camper with a generous $25 sibling discount for each
additional child.
• Discover Horses - The Ranch at Tule Springs is a place to
become empowered, engaged, inspired, educated and
entertained!
• SAVE THE DATE - Old Nevada Days at Tule Springs, Friday,
October 31. They have been approved as a Signature Event
by Nevada 150 and are planning a massive “Trunk or Treat.”
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CLIP & SAVE DISCOUNT COUPONS
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CLIP & SAVE DISCOUNT COUPONS
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CHARTERED CLUBS
Chartered Clubs, as outlined in the “Sun City Aliante Club Guidelines,” are
Board-recognized and open to all Sun City Aliante residents. These clubs are sanctioned strictly for the
members of this Association with no exceptions, unless a club invites guest speakers, instructors, etc. A
household guest will be allowed to participate at club activities, in compliance with required guest policies
and fees. All club members should be familiar with these guidelines set forth by the Board, as well as
their individual club bylaws and/or policies and procedures. If you have questions regarding your club
charter, feel free to call Director of Activities & Fitness, Lynn Garlock-Wright, at 702-638-5061.
Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays from
1-4 p.m. Contact Terri Petrie at 702- 405-7382 and
[email protected].
Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays from 1- 4 p.m.
This game is similar to Canasta. Contact Brenda
Bowman at 702-413-6406 and [email protected].
American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and
Fridays 12:30-3:30 p.m. Classes taught on Fridays
12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at
702-633-5798 and [email protected].
Art Workshop. Meets Tuesdays at noon. Contact
Peggy Totino at 702-217-5973 and ptotino2@gmail.
com or Anne Marie DeRenard at 702-538-9935 and
[email protected].
Hiking. Meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at
7:30 a.m. Contact Maureen Grey at 702-633-6719
and [email protected] or Mary Kaufmann at
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Beading and Jewelry. See Forget-Me-Nots.
Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of each
month at 7 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith at 702649-2468 and [email protected].
Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday 6:30-9 p.m.
Contact Don or Mary Kaufmann at
Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - noon
and Saturdays at 10 a.m. Contact Audrey Blankfeld
at 702-240-7542 and [email protected]
or Holly Claghorn at 702-642-5016 and
hollyquilts@ cox.net.
Chess Club. Meets Monday evenings from 7 p.m.
to 9:15 p.m. Contact Ed Bernheim at 361-739-9684.
Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets Mondays at
6:30 p.m. Contact Monte Eagle at 702-649-2912 or
702-688-9176.
Club DIAL (Dance in a Line). Meets Wednesdays
at 6:30 p.m. in the Fitness Studio. Contact Lil
Rothstein at 702-649-8766 or Xiaoli Huang at 702750-2477.
Computer Club. Meets the 1st Thursday at
6:30 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. Contact Wayne
Headrick at 702-823-2627 and
[email protected].
Contract (Rubber) Bridge. Meets the 2nd and
4th Thursdays from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Contact Nancy
Albers at 702-202-1265 and [email protected].
Cribbage Club. Meets Tuesdays from
1:30-4 p.m. Contact Donna Johnson at
Eight Ballers. Meets Mondays, 10-11 a.m. &
Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon. Contact Hank Gulland at
702-642-1581.
Forget-Me-Knots. Needlework, knitting, crochet
and jewelry making. Meets Mondays from 1-4
p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and
[email protected] or Madeline Shapiro at
Glass Crafters. Meets every other Saturday at
noon – 4 p.m. Contact Robin Sharp at 303-6412107 and [email protected] or Jill Ramsey at
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Kaluki. Meets Thursdays at 1 p.m. Contact
Dorothy Martin at 702-399-2045.
Mahjong. Meets Mondays from 1-4 p.m.
Contact Grace Wong at 702-646-9664 and
[email protected]
Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets the 2nd and
4th Friday at 1 p.m. Contact Norm and Linda Bach at
702-646-1016 and [email protected] or
Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and [email protected].
Pan. Meets every Monday at 6:30-9:30 p.m. and
Fridays from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Contact Lil at
Papercrafting. Meets the 1st Monday of the
month from 6–9 p.m. All other Mondays at 1-4
p.m. Contact Lillian Williamson at 702-242-9298
and [email protected] or Lynn Kiedrowski at
702-463-9141 and [email protected] or Joyce
Hambacher at 702-649-2127 and nanaundpapa@
cox.net.
Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays at 6
p.m. and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young
at 702-649-1176 and [email protected]
Table Tennis. Meets every Monday, Wednesday
and Friday at 9 a.m. in the Social Hall. Open
play is on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at
9 a.m. Contact Mike Long at 702-656-9819 and
[email protected] or Conrad Levoit at 702722-5200 and [email protected].
Tennis. Meets Tuesdays (open play), Thursdays
(open play) & Saturdays. Meets 8 a.m. October
and November; 9 a.m. in December through
February; 8 a.m. in March & April; 7 a.m. in May
through September. The weather may affect start
times. Contact Larry Rothstein at 702-649-8766
and [email protected]
Veterans of Sun City. Meets 3rd Tuesdays at
7 p.m. Contact Sy Nielson at 702-234-9183 and
[email protected]. The Veterans Auxiliary meets
the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. Contact Helen Melnick at
702-538-8396 or Anne Zarate at 702-657-9807.
SPECIAL INTEREST
The following Special Interest Groups are
Board-recognized and may schedule meetings in
advance. Please check the calendar.
Havarah. Meets monthly to share and celebrate
Shabbat, Simchas, Jewish holiday celebrations,
heritage, and culture. Contact Mady Shapiro at
Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays from 6-8:30 p.m.
Contact Margie Laviletta at 702-755-0615 or Jim
Menagh at 702-449-8284.
Minnesota Nice Group. Folks from Minnesota
are meeting monthly for lunch and potluck
parties. If you would like to join in, please
call Obbie Harvieux at 702-399-4340 or Rory
Raymond at 702-489-2405 to get on the mailing
list.
Neighborhood Watch. Meets the third Thursday
in the Social Hall at 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and
7 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information contact
Coordinator, Jerry Overton at 702-639-2291 and
[email protected].
Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with
limited home needs and medical equipment. Hot
line 702-981-3149.
Poker. Meets Wednesdays & Fridays at 5
p.m. Contact Gary Davis at 702-649-0996 and
[email protected] or Earl Miller at 702-6479081 and [email protected].
Seniors With Warm Hearts. Helps disadvantaged
children. Contact Dolores Abbott at 702-365-0673
or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at
702-647-1289.
Pickleball. Meets Thursdays (open play), Fridays,
Saturdays (open play) & Sundays at 9 a.m.
Tuesdays (open play) & Wednesdays (open play)
at 5:30 p.m. Visit usapa.com for details. Contact Bob
Ziegler at 801-414-4752 and [email protected].
Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. in Craft
Room #1. Contact Sandy Rust at 702-258-4167 and
[email protected] or Maureen Grey at 702-633-6719 or
[email protected].
Softball. (men & woman) Meets Fridays at 9:30
a.m. at Aviary Park. Contact Joe Shuman at 702750-0745.
Solos. Social group for singles. Contact Club
President Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and
[email protected] or Welcoming Committee
Chairman Kaye Burr at 702-487-6789 and
[email protected].
Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets Thursdays,
4-5:30 p.m. Contact Judy Shields at 702-476-0594
and [email protected] or Connie Bensler at
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Bowling. Meets Wednesdays at noon at the
Santa Fe Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray
Wong at 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@
embarqmail.com.
Horseshoes. Meets Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. in the
Summer and 9 a.m. in the fall/winter. Contact
George Larson at 702-541-6233 or Jack Witt at
702-642-6282.
Ladies’ Golf. Meets Thursday mornings at the
Aliante Golf Course. Contact Vicki Briggs at
702-476-2465.

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