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Sunland Springs Village Voice May 2013 5SportsBring Your Life IntoBalance With Yogaby Christine K. MarcusHave you had trouble with your balance? Our balancecan be affected as we age.In YOGA we practice many poses (asanas) which canhelp to improve your balance.The ancient practice of YOGA is credited to many bodyperks – improving balance, strength, flexibility, as well asimproving your energy level over time. Many studies havesung praises for hitting the mat as YOGA is gentle on the body.Come bring your life into balance. Join us for a YOGAclass. M-W-F @ 8:45– 10:00 AM (SSV Auditorium)Thursday Eve 6-7:15 PM (San Tan Rooms)Question? Call Chris 480-986-6092Mixed Couples 18Hole Golf LeagueBy: Iris and Del HuchulakCongratulations to our president couple, Jerry and ShielaMason, on winning the league tournament this season. Notonly were Jerry and Shiela the low gross winners, they alsotied with Lee Crook and Shirley Gebhart for the low net prizeas well. Congratulations also to all the other flight winnerstoo numerous to mention. The list of winners is posted inthe golf shack.Golf members feel strongly about contributing to ourMesa Community. Proceeds from the March 16 dance willgo to the league’s favorite charities. The $650 profit will beequally divided between Sunshine Acres and the East ValleyAdult Resource Inc.The New Board of Directors positions for the 2013-2014season have been filled. Congratulations to: Burt and ChristineMarcus – President couple; Bob and Karen Bushaw – vicepresidentcouple; George and Kathy Bones – secretary couple;Fred and Patti Irwin – treasurer couple; Terry O’Rourke andCarol Ann Quinn – rules and tournament couple; and Bill andSusan Motl – handicap couple. Thank you to last year’s boardfor their hard work and dedication.During the summer months, the Friday socials will continue,alternating between the Legion and potlucks, pizza,subs, and other food places the smaller group decides on.The Superstition Room has been the meeting place for thesmaller summer groups. If you have any inquiries, you cancontact the new president couple, Burt and Christine Marcusat 480-986-6092, or the vice-president couple, Bob and KarenBushaw at 612-709-2323.The 2012 – 2013 Board hosted the April 5 social with ameal of steak and chicken. The other socials included L.J.’sPizza, a Chicken with potluck night and a possible Taco mealas of print time.To all our members mentioned in our illness reports, wewish you a speedy recovery and a happy and healthy summer.To those members celebrating a birthday or anniversary, wealso wish you much happiness and send you our congratulations.Whether you are staying or a snowbird heading hometo find relief from the heat, we hope you enjoy your summer..News From SSVTennis ClubBy: Donita WarkThe Tennis Club sponsored their annual FarnsworthMixed Doubles Tournament on March 18 through March 23.Because we had more courts, we were able to invite moreteams this year to participate. As a result, we had a recordnumber of teams that played, and they were supported bylarge crowds. The weather cooperated, and due to the wellorganizedcommittees and volunteers who did a great job, itled to a very successful tournament! Visiting teams expressedtheir appreciation to Sunland Springs Village Tennis Club fororganizing this tennis event.The final event of the season was the “The Flip-Flop”going away party sponsored by the 3.5 teams. We certainlyenjoyed the social time, the delicious dinner and great entertainment.Dale Miller, our acting president over the past twoyears, was honored for his dedicated service to the TennisClub. Thank you Dale! It was a superb way to end anotherfun and enjoyable year of tennis at SSV!If you have an interest in joining the Tennis Club, contactRon Petersen, 952-237-6701, or Diane Thompson, 480-354-7897. Safe travels to all who are leaving SSV for the summer.Mens’ Golf ClubBy Mike SchaferThe Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner were held onMarch 27 with over 100 members in attendance, signalingthe end of our fall-winter season. Annual elections resultsshow Mark Lambert Vice President, replacing Mike Gordon,who has served on the board in various capacities for severalyears; John Fitzgerald Treasurer replacing Andy Catalano;and Dale Olson and Jerry Neumann are Directors replacingHarold Burgess and Mark Lambert. Continuing for anotheryear are President Mike Schafer, Secretary Joe Castelli andDirector Kent Bulkley.The awards for various Club Championships (net scorestroke play) were announced with the winners having theirnames placed on the new plaques now on display in the golfshop. The winners and runner-ups were:LOW GROSS: Mike Gordon, Mark Lambert, Dale Olsonand Kent BulkleyA FLIGHT: Mike Gordon, Dale Olson, Mark LambertB FLIGHT: Three way tie Don Catt, Ron Thomas, NormNelsonC FLIGHT: Jerry Neumann, Jim Mullinnix, Mike Allen, JohnDavis and David MarshallD FLIGHT: Jack Norby, Curt Walden, Duane Voeller.E FLIGHT: Joe Tedrow, Bob Ermer, Merle Hoover and ColbySwansonOne dollar of the season dues is allocated to a Hole-In-One jackpot, and all members who make a Hole-In-One duringclub play split the money at the end of the season. Joe Peterswas the only winner and the trophy and check.The Mens Golf Club will continue play during the summerseason, which ends September 30. Play will be everyMonday and Wednesday morning, starting time will changeto 7:00 AM, so threesomes can complete a round as early aspossible. Sign up with John Fitzgerald to pay for the summerHole-In-One fund.Thanks to all members of the board for their work inmaking this an excellent year. Special thanks to Eldon Junkermeierand Kent Bulkley, the representatives to the monthlyGreens Committee meeting. Kent Bulkley was also excellentexplaining the rules of golf to our members and being the “goto guy” for all sorts of questions regarding the game. Thankyou to all members for their support of the Club this year.Greens CommitteePrepares Golfers ForSummer Heatby: Iris HuchulakAfter publishing the SSV Golf Club Emergency Planearlier this year, the Greens Committee has turned its focusto keeping golfers safe during the summer “heat” season. OnTuesday, April 9, the Greens Committee met to discuss theprevention of heat-related illnesses. Symptoms may include:dizziness, nausea, headache, light-headedness, fainting,dehydration, confusion, staggering, and bizarre or unusualbehavior. The committee recommends the following:1. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER and stay hydrated at alltimes. Pack a cooler of ice.2. Stay in the shade as much as possible.3. Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.Wide brimmed hats also provide shade from the sun.4. Ask your doctor about sports beverages that can replacethe electrolytes you lose in sweat.5. USE COMMON SENSE. Stay home if you are not feelingwell that day.The Greens Committee members ( two from each league)meet monthly to discuss issues and promote communicationbetween the grounds-keeping superintendent and the golfleagues. Representing the Ladies League were Barb Shaw andTrudy Ramer; the Couples Golf League were members BobBaim and Dale Hawkins; and the Mens League representativeswere Eldon Junkermeier and Kent Bulkley.Bocce Ball Club GettingTwo New CourtsBy: Virginia LindseyWe will be getting two new courts where the horseshoecourt and half of the basketball court are currently. We have70 members and only 16 can play at a time with just the twocourts we have.We have been working on more courts for two years soare very happy to announce getting these courts. We will bedoing some fund-raiser events and hope everyone will supportour efforts.We think the new courts will be ready by fall when thewinter visitors come back, so we welcome anyone who wantsto play. If you have never tried bocce ball, come and we willteach you to play. It is an easy sport and most anyone canlearn to play.Thanks to all the people who have supported our effortsto get these two new courts.Superstition SeniorsBowling LeagueBy: Nancy Stratman, SecretaryThe Superstition Seniors winter bowling league has cometo an end. The season was a huge success and ended with anawards banquet on March 25.This is a non-sanctioned 55 years and older league. It iscomprised of bowlers from Sunland Valley East and SunlandSprings Village.This season’s champs are the UNOs who out bowled 11teams to take first place. Pictured (from left) are Lois Stauffer,Bob Manning, and Sandy Maggio (Judi Workin, not pictured).The following 1st and 2nd place awards were given forindividual season achievements:Men:Scratch Game: Mark Burright/265 Dean Dieren/216Scratch Series: Bruce Evans/598 Wayne Schmidt/573Handicap Game: George Stratman/259 Harry Harris/255Handicap Series: Les Lane/693 Ernie Bockli/682Women:Scratch Game: Barb Dufour/244 Lois Stauffer/209Scratch Series: Sandy Maggio/543 Shirley Jefferson/509Handicap Game: Adrienne Manning/256 Charlotte Lane/255Handicap Series: Carolyn Troite/673 Judy Ruckle/673 (tie)Most improved awards went to Harry Harris and Judy Ruckle.No-Tap Fun Day: Mark Burright/286 and Betty Prather/245received the 1st place High Game awards and SilasMcCracken/242 and Shirley Kadrmas/242 were given 2ndplace awards. High Series awards were given to 1st placewinners Wayne Schmidt/599 and Joan Tuttle/662; 2nd placeawards were given to John Horan/591 and Judy Ruckle/645.Many other individual and team awards were given throughoutthe night. No one leaves without something.Many thanks to Maxine Schmidt who was in charge of the50-50 drawings and the banquet and to the many volunteersfor the Christmas potluck and No Tap Fun Day. A very specialthanks to our departing president, Adrienne Manning, who ispassing the reins to Lois Stauffer as president and CharlotteLane as vice president.Official league play resumes on Monday, 28 October. Ifyou are interested in becoming a full-time bowler or wouldlike to sub for the next season, please contact Nancy Stratmanat (480) 671-9748 or Joan Tuttle at (480) 380-7410.Billiards ClubSubmitted by Mo ServaThe Billiards Club held theirfinal mixed doubles tournamenton March 9. The winners wereMary Catherine Myers and AlGodbout, second place went toDiane Sawyer and Jerry Poser.Don’t forget about Fridaynight all comers play at 6:00 PM.Get there early to be sure youhave a spot.PickleballCome on over to the San Tan Rec Center and join us inthe fastest growing sport around -- Pickleball.Pickleball is a combination of ping-pong, tennis, andbadminton. It is played using a baseball sized Whiffle balland a paddle. Equipment is similar to ping-pong paddle onlylarger, as is play.Round Robin play begins at 8:00 AM Monday throughFriday, with scheduled and open play on weekends. Theannual fee is $20. Lessons for beginners are given by onWednesdays at 9:30 AM. Call 480 659- 3548 to scheduleyour lesson.For information email Fran at franaden1@gmail.comand visit our website: ssvhoa.weebly.com. Click on “Sports”and then Pickleball on the dropdown menu. WARNING:Pickleball is addictive!MedalWinners SSV TennisTournamentMeet SSV’s finest mixed doublestennis players, John Berger andJennifer Wittick, as witnessed bytheir medal winning performancein the March mixed doubles 4-pluslevel match. They won five of sevenmatches and came in fourth place outof eight teams. Seven points separated the top four teams.Very close matches. They were very pleased with their performance,as it was their first time playing at the Four-Plus level.Picture and story by Mark Wittick

6 May 2013 Sunland Springs Village VoiceActivitiesChapel TidingsBy: Springs Chapel BoardSprings Chapel, a non-denominational,Bible-based ministry, offersSunland Springs Village residents acommunity worship service each Sundayat 9:00 AM in the SSV Auditorium.Pastor Anthony Bryant and PastorLanny Barringer serve as Springs Chapelpastors. Pastor Barringer will beserving as pastor for the month of May.Following worship services, attendeesare invited to stay for fellowship withfriends and neighbors and enjoy complimentaryrolls and coffee. Communionis offered the first Sunday of eachmonth. Services continue throughout the summer months.Springs Chapel activities include a mixed choir, mensbreakfasts, and Christian womens reading groups, as well asseveral special events. However, there are no choir practicesor performances during the summer months. Chapel menmeet once a month on a Thursday morning. You may contactBud Dighton at 480-380-7733 for further information on thethese breakfasts. The womens reading group will continueto meet during the summer months. For information abouttimes, places, and reading materials for the reading group,contact Sylvia Hansen at 480-984-4347.Springs Chapel invites everyone to attend its servicesand participate in its activities. Residing in Sunland SpringsVillage is not a requirement for attendance and membership –everyone is welcome to attend regardless of where they live.2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV)14 if my people, who are called by my name, will humblethemselves and pray and seek my face and turn from theirwicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgivetheir sin and will heal their land.Sightseeingin ArizonaAdventure couple Guenter and Trudy Schneider fromSSV, found another great place. This is one of the bestlittle secrets in Arizona, not everybody has heard off.The Little Colorado River north of Flagstaff puts onthis fabulous sight. It runs mostly in early Spring, or aftervery heavy Rainfall. They call these falls “The ChocolateFalls”, because of the muddy water.It was on our Bucket List for eight years, and we werenot disappointed when we finally saw them.Find directions on your computer, or else call theFlagstaff Tourism Office. They will know if the river isrunning.Trudy & GuenterAdopt-A-StreetBy: Kathy and Joe FellhauerWe would like to thank all the volunteers who helpedwith the clean-up along Baseline Road between Signal Butteand Meridian on Saturday, April 6, 2013, at 7:00 AM. Twentyone volunteers came to help, and the job was completed in 40minutes. The workers included: Wally and Sharon Hoblit,Ed and DeEtte Goss, Merle Lenz, Larry Mitchell, Martha andDale Hawkins, Jim Ahlbrecht, Phil Plato, Bob Wolf, KathyThompson, John Vick, Bill Neely, Kathy Boudreau, Kathyand Jerry Mundy, John and Rosemarie Tibbels, Shelia andPete Corr.Thanks again to an awesome crew. We got the job done!Ladies LuncheonBy: Carolyn HendricksonThe theme for the Sunland Springs Village ladies luncheonfor May is Mexican food. We have selected May 8 atElvira’s Mexican Restaurant. Elvira’s has been in business fora long time, but recently but recently remodeled and locatedat 1520 W. Apache Trail, in the N.E. corner of Apache Trailand Ironwood.The lunch menu includes choices from three entrees:Chimichanga (beef or chicken), taco salad (beef or chicken), ora two item combo (choose from menu). Meet at the courtyardat 11:30. The cost is $15.00, including tax, tip and beverage(margaritas are on your own). Tickets are available at theoffice until noon on May 6.All Village ladies and new Villagers are welcome. Ifyou have any questions, contact Carolyn Hendrickson at480-969-8393.10” $40013” $45018” $625Save 55% in Total Tax Credits • Lifetime Warranty2013 MOTORCOACH TOURSJUL 3-5 PINETOP FREEDOM FEST…...BEAT THEHEAT! 3 Days/2 Nights Celebrate the FOURTH OF JULYat Hon-Dah Casino & Hotel, Fireworks Display, Pinetop Tour, 4Complimentary Buffets, Fun Book $185 pp dblJUL 22-24 SAN DIEGO & Pageant of the Masters..…BEAT THE HEAT! 3 Days/2 Nights, 4 Meals, Relax atwaterfront accommodations, San Diego Tour, Explore TemeculaValley Wine Country and enjoy wine tasting with lunch(included), explore the artsy urban town of Laguna Beach andexperience “Tableaux Vivant“ or “Living Pictures”…Watch asreal people pose to look exactly like their counterparts inoriginal art works from the Italian Renaissance to modernmasters … leaving spectators astonished! $469 pp dblSEP 8-14 YOSEMITE & LAKE TAHOE… BEAT THEHEAT! 7 Days, 6 Nights, 5 Tours, 5 Meals. Join us on anadventure touring Yosemite and Lake Tahoe, HARVEY’S Resort& Casino, Tahoe Boat Cruise, Gondola Ride, “Around the Lake”Tour, $799 pp dbl ($200 Deposit)NOV 15-19 BRANSON HOLIDAY CELEBRATION.....5 Days, 4 Nights, 7 Shows, 7 Meals, RT Airfare and RT Transportationto Airport included $1,699 pp dblDEC 30-JAN 1, 2014 Rose Parade… 3 Days/2 Nights,5 Meals, New Years Eve Tibbies Follies Holiday Dinner, FloatDecorating Tour $529 pp dbl ($100 Deposit)

Sunland Springs Village Voice May 2013 7WhyNot Get TheBest $$$Can Buy?Roy Brandli480-772-6482rbrandli@cox.netCall Roy BrandliFor All YourReal EstateUncleSam You!visit us @ www.farnsworthrealty.comNEEDS460 S. Greenfield Rd., Suite 5 • Mesa, AZ 85206Bus: 480-284-4008 • Fax: 480-284-4041visit us @ www.farnsworthrealty.comvisit ROYALHELPLLC.WEBS.COM(Search MLS just like REALTORS)THE HISTORIC MINING CAMP RESTAURANTpresents“Hello Arizona”An Old West Luncheon & Dinner Show featuringTHE AMAZING MCNASTY BROTHERSYou will be treated to ourfamous family style menu:Lunch Menu: Roast chicken with Dressing,Roast Sirloin of Beef & all the Fixin’sDinner Menu: Our World Famous BBQBeef Ribs, Roast Chicken & Dressing, OvenBaked Ham & all the Fixin’sPer Adult:Lunch $18 or Dinner $20Kids 1-12 years:Lunch $9 or Dinner $10Kids 1 year & Under Free!Prices Include Meal & Show!(Tax and Tip Not Included.)Show Times:Monday Thru Friday:Seating At 11am & 1:30pm For lunch4pm & 6:30pm For DinnerSaturday:Lunch Seating At 11am & 1:30pmReservations Required!Mining Camp Restaurant480-982-3181www.MiningCampRestaurant.comApache Junction, Arizonanew HOMeSITeS & 4 new MOdelS Open nOw!Customize Your Home.Baseline/Signal Butte in Mesa480.422.3592sunlandsprings.comHours: Monday - Saturday: 9AM - 5:30PMSunday: 11AM - 5PMOnly 9 TOwn HOMeS ReMaIn!during May get a free appliance package with the purchase ofone of our popular town homes. package includes refrigerator, washer & dryer.For over fifty years, Farnsworth Development has fine-tuned the art of allowingcustomers to design their home exactly the way they want it. From moving wallsto adding storage to re-designing kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms - if youcan dream it, we can build it. After all, it’s your home.Building a home is full of decisions.At Farnsworth’s Sunland SpringsVillage, we’ll help you with all of thembecause we believe your home shouldbe exactly the way you want it.We offer a variety of customizedoptions designed to allow you to build the home you have always wanted. Knowingthat not everyone has the same needs or tastes, we offer an array of options to fityour lifestyle. Enlarge a room? Rearrange your bathroom? Add a golf cart garage?Not a problem. Farnsworth has the expertise to not only handle your customizationneeds, but to do it at a price that is comfortably affordable. Flexibility is a part ofwhat makes a Farnsworth home so desirable. So let Farnsworth make your dreamhome a reality, and start enjoying the finest active adult lifestyle around.Pursuant to fair Housing Amendment Acts of 1998, the housing at Farnsworth’s Sunland Springs Village is intended for occupancy by one person at least 55 years or older, per unit, although the occupants of a limited number of units may be between 45 and 55. Copyright © 2013 by Farnsworth’s Sunland Springs Village.

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Sunland Springs Village Voice May 2013 9Activities$3,952.64!!!Clearly, our wildest dreams were exceeded when we realized we collected $3,952.64for the Hope Women’s Center at the March Ladies Luncheon. The combination of proceedsafter expenses, the silent auction and donations worked together to amass that amount.Thank you so much to the community for your participation in the event.Over 260 gals enjoyed a unique style show, a silent auction, a great luncheon, andspeakers from the Center all topped off with beautiful music. We extend a sincere thanksto those who helped make it all possible: The women who made quilts, the waitresses, foodpreparation gals, those who decorated the tables, those who donated to the silent auction,those participated in the style show, and the musicians - the list continues- we appreciateall that you did to make the day a success.With sincere thanks,Jackie Muller and Darla MartinVillage PlayhouseCommercial WorkshopBy: Monica Rae SteinHave you ever watched a commercialand thought, “I could do that.” Here is youropportunity! Monica Rae Stein, director ofthe Village Playhouse, will be presenting acommercial workshop for beginners Monday,July 8, and continuing on successive Mondaysin July. The workshop will begin promptlyat 6:45 PM and will conclude by 8:45 PMin the auditorium. Acting experience is notnecessary. The workshop will be geared tothe novice who wants to learn how to audition,record voiceovers and perform in TV commercials.A variety of commercial scripts willbe read, cast, recorded on DVD and viewedby the class. The class is free and open toall residents of SSV. If you have an interestin participating in the commercial workshopor have questions, please contact Monica atsteinent@cox.net.Pictured in the photo:Jackie Muller; Jenel Moline, Mgr Hope Women’s Center; Darla MartinJackie and Darla presenting check for the proceeds of the ladies luncheonto Jenel.

10 May 2013 Sunland Springs Village VoiceClubsPhoto ClubPhoto Club WinnersBy: Karen LoweryBelow are the winners in each category listed from the 2013 Annual Photo Exhibit hosted by the PhotoClub. Other images are shown in a rotating display in the Superstition Room.Photo ClubBy: Rita VautrinThanks to all the participants for another successful Photo Exhibit. Wehad 160 entries from over 30 photographers.Below are the winners as voted on by 220 visitors. Mark your calendarfor the next exhibit on March 16, 2014Navajo Generations, Best of Show, and 1st Place inAnything Goes, by Karen LoweryApe With an Attitude, 1st Place in Animals, by Mel EichhorstCategory Place Photograph Title PhotographerBest of Show Navajo Generations Karen LoweryAnimals 1st Ape with an Attitude Mel Eichhorst2nd Mexican Wolf Norma Walsh3rd Mack Vern Rolf4th Black Beauty Isabelle EspositoAnything Goes 1st Navajo Generations Karen Lowery2nd I’m Gonna Get You George BonesBirds3rd Sunrise at Bryce Canyon Dick Lund4th Standing Tall Marjorie Card1st The Big One That Got Away George Bones2nd In Flight Karen Lowery3rd Waiting for a Room Mate Bob Card4th Blue Hummingbird Bob CardBuildings And StructuresBuilt Before 19501st Fenced In Cabin Jayne Rolf2nd Mabry Mill Jayne Rolf2nd Not Much Left Karen Lowery3rd3rdOld Mill Run1894 Gold MineVern RolfBob Card4th Silverton Mel EichhorstObviously Altered 1st Altered Fall Leaves Dick Lund2nd “Orb” Jean Eichhorst3rd Whoa! Jayne Rolf4th Aspen: Form and Color Marjorie CardOpen 1st Through the Tunnel Karen Lowery2nd First Light Dan Kuleff3rd Long Road Gene Cate4th Prickly But Beautiful Mike Dailey4th Waiting to Hatch Shirley CatePeople 1st Bella Karen Lowery2nd Grammy’s Pixie Mike Dailey3rd Organ Grinder Jean Eichhorst4th Renaissance Man Karen Lowery4th Pretty in Pink Dan Kuleff4th Brown Eyes Rod EggebraatenThe Big One that got Away, 1st place in Birds, by George BonesAltered Fall Leaves, 1st Place in Obviously Altered,by Dick LundUtah Spring, 1st Place in Weather, by Jean EichhorstHard Landing, Tied for 1st in Sports, by Karen WardBella, 1st Place in People, by Karen Lowery

12 May 2013 Sunland Springs Village VoiceClubsCommunity Bible StudyBy: Ardella BurtmanA community Bible study is held everyFriday morning at 9 AM in the SuperstitionRoom. Everyone is welcome to attend. Thisis an interdenominational study, open to menand women. There is no charge for the classand no book to buy – the Bible is the studyguide with use of commentaries by trustedChristian writers. Bring any translation of theBible you prefer to use.The Bible study continues throughoutthe summer months. The only days duringthe year the group does not meet are officialholidays, such as the 4th of July, ChristmasDay, etc. The study group does not adhere to astrict schedule with their classes, but proceedas time and comments permit.The first Friday in June the Bible studyKaraoke Club Honors VolunteersBy Judy AllenThe Karaoke Semi-Annual meeting washeld on Friday, April 6, 2013, in the beautifulSan Tan Center. Members enjoyed dinnerfrom Carrabba’s prior to the business meeting.President Bob Neilson, Vice-President RobertKlein, Secretary Kathy Mitchell, TreasurerBruce Miller and Events Coordinator DorisHavelka reviewed the 2012-2013 year wererewarded for their work with rounds of applause.Our new meeting site has allowed usto include a much larger group of membersand guests each month. The New Years Eveparty, the Oldies Dance, Super Bowl Partyand Variety Show were wonderful successes.Watch for these exciting events again in thecoming year.The Board and members thanked threeof the most active members of the KaraokeClub for their many hours of assistance to theclub. Larry Bohnsack always cheerfully addsgroup will move to the Springs Card Room.The day and time will not change – 9 AM eachFriday morning.The Bible study for the summer monthswill be the book of I Samuel. Beginning themiddle of October Pastor Tom Weitzel willlead a study of a New Testament book.You are invited to join the Bible studygroup for its Friday Bible studies. Even ifyou have missed some classes or know youwill miss some classes you are welcome.Naturally, there is some building of contentone class on the next, but also, in a sense, eachclass stands alone.If you have any questions about theBible study, please call Ardella Burtman at480.993.3102.his talents in party organization and set-upand clean-up as well as singing his favoritesongs. Lyn Mineo is a favorite behind themicrophone and is the first one to offer assistancein setting up equipment, organizing theroom and any other task-at-hand. Jim Mitchellhas years of experience with audio-visualequipment and is a great asset to the Club inhandling the sound equipment and acousticissues for every party. He often shares hiswonderful voice as well. Thank you to eachof these individuals for helping make our yearone to remember.Remember Karaoke Club meets in theSan Tan Room the first Friday of every monthat 7:00 PM. Everyone is welcome. The fee isonly $1 for guests or $10 to become a member.Be sure to bring your love for music and funalong with your beverage and a snack to share.You do not have to sing to have loads of fun!Vagabond Club NewsBy: Judith and Wayne Konz Terra Travel 480-984-5782 wakjak@cox.netOn March 30, a group of 67 SunlandSprings Vagabonds headed to Los Angelesto board the Sapphire Princess for a funfilled week of cruising the California Coast.Weather was beautiful except for a rainymorning in San Francisco. Everyone enjoyeda cocktail get-together for the group onboardone evening.The Rose Parade in Pasadena is alwayspopular. This year we have several differentmotorcoach trips to offer. Discounts areavailable for booking before Memorial Day.Call us for details.We will take a motorcoach again to LosAngeles for a wonderful 29 day cruise toHawaii, Tahiti and Samoa on April 14, 2014.Sail on the Golden Princess to these beautifultropical islands and enjoy relaxing days at seawith your friends and neighbors. Learn to dothe hula, snorkel in the beautiful waters ofBora Bora or explore the exotic destinationof Samoa.By: Peggy SchaferThe SSV Book Club meets from the firstweek in November through the first week inApril. New members are always welcome.Join us and share your perspective, uniqueexperience, and insights.On November 1 we will be discussingUnbroken: A WWII Story of Survival,Resilience & Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand.This is the amazing true story of thelife of Louie Zamperini who was on the roadto juvenile delinquency until he discoveredrunning. His preparations for the 1940 Olympicswere interrupted by WWII. When hisArmy AirCorps plane crashed into the Pacificin 1943, it was the beginning of a three yearordeal of deprivation, suffering and ultimatelyredemption.When: First Friday of the MonthWhere: Superstition RoomBy Joe FusaroOur players in March were Ada and WarrenWright, Agnes O’Byrne,Cheryl Adams, DorothySilbernagel, Ethel Grosse,Genne Van Wyk, George andLynda White, George Perry,Helen Oyloe, Mark Burright,Renate and Richard Meyers,Joe and Linda Fusaro atSaturday Bunko. We meet at2:15 PM in the Majestic Cardroom on the second Saturdayof every month, even in the summer.Bunko is played with dice and is a veryBook ClubSaturday BunkoAzamara Club Cruises is a premiumcruise company owned by Royal Caribbeanand Celebrity Cruises. They have won manyawards recently for their food and serviceincluding being named “best cruise ship”.Many amenities are included on their shipsincluding cocktails in all their bars, wine andbeers with lunch and dinner, all gratuities, softdrinks, specialty coffees and bottled water.They include one special evening excursionon every sailing. We have two special cruisesavailable on the Azamara Journey – on June14, 2014 we’ll sail the Norwegian Fjords andNorth Cape of Norway for 14 days; and onJune 28, 2014 we’ll sail the Baltic Sea and St.Petersburg, Russia for 12 days. You can stayonboard the ship and do these sailings backto back and enjoy some special discounts.Because these ships are small (only 670 passengers),space will sell out fast.Call us for help in planning the vacationof your dreams or a trip around the state ofArizona. We’re always glad to offer help,answers and advice.Time: 1:30 to 3:00 PMBooks to Read for 2013 - 201411/01/2013 Unbroken: A WWII Story of Survival,Resilience & RedemptionLaura Hillenbrand12/06/2013 Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen01/03/2014 This House of Sky: Landscapes ofa Western MindIvan Doig02/07/2014 Moloka’iAlan Brennert03/07/2014 An Invisible ThreadLaura Schroff04/07/2014 The Eye of the NeedleKen FollettContact person: Nancy Olson480-837-5702simple game to learn. We collect $3.00 to bedistributed for the seven winningcategories.At the end of Bunko, wealso play a game for $1.00called “Left Center Right.”There are two winners in thegame. We are usually finishedby 4:30 PM.For more information orfor a copy of the playing rulesfor either game, contact me, JoeFusaro by email at FNC@FNCFNC.com orcall 480-951-3674.

Sunland Springs Village Voice May 2013 13SSV Auditorium March 26, 2013Jeff Decker-Vice President of the HOA andFarnsworth DevelopmentJohn Lippert- HOA ManagerThe meeting began at 9:30 A.M. following theTuesday HOA Coffee. John Lippert remindedeveryone that the Townhome meeting would beheld immediately following the Master meeting.John began with an overview of the February2013 financial summaries which had beendistributed.The 2013 Operating Report and Budget aredoing as well so far this year.There are fewer than 10 people who are lateor delinquent in making their annual HOAmaintenance assessments. John has been able tocontact all but one of the individuals regardingtheir accounts.Last year only 5 accounts had to be turned overto collection.The 4 th quarter 2012 Cox rebate of $19,063 hasbeen received.Combining of the Activity, Village Enhancementand Capital Development Funds showsa balance of approximately $280,000 whichreflects profits from various activities, rebates,commissions such as those from Terra Traveletc. These funds are available for future improvements,enhancements and upgrades toHOA facilities and equipment.Water expense is down because the winter rainsallowed us to turn off the irrigation systems.Manager Report:John said he was embarrassed to send out weedletters to residents while our own LandscapeContractor is having problems keeping up withSunland Springs Village Master HOA Meetingthe weeds in the Common areas. Last week,John, Jeff Decker and Jerry Nelson of the LandscapeCommittee toured the Village with thelandscaper to address their concerns personally.There was a question from a resident regardingtrimming of the bushes along Springwood sothat driver visibility could be improved. Johnsaid this was one of the issues they addressedwith the landscaper and that several have beenflagged for much closer cutting.Asked if the landscaper should also be addressingthe weeds along the sidewalks. John said yesif they are along common areas; the golf coursepersonnel are responsible for weeds along theirsidewalks; but home owners are responsible forthose along their own sidewalks.A homeowner reported a month old irrigationline break near Pampa and South Willowwoodthat has yet to be addressed even though reportedearlier. The neighbors have been watering thenew plants in the meantime. John took theinformation and will address the issue followingthe meeting. John reiterated that he appreciatesgetting phone calls when residents notice a problemor visits to the office to fill out a workorderto get it fixed. Also, please let him know if additionalfollow-up needs to be performed if theitem does not get repaired timely.A large tree was removed near the shuffleboardcourts that was causing problems.There have been no major issues reported duringspring break this year except for a baby indiapers in the lap pool.John thanked the Tennis Club for doing sucha good job at the tournament this year. Tennisalso contributed to improvements and upgradesat the Santan and Springwood Activity areas.Sunshades, bleachers, folding chairs, picnictables, and bike racks were among the new itemsprovide by Tennis ($25,000), Bingo ($3300)and the Village Enhancement Fund ($16,815).The Advisory Committee has approved therecommendation of the Recreation and FacilityCommittee to add two more Bocce Courts. Theplan includes demolishing the horseshoe pits andpart of the existing sport court; concrete for thenew courts, long life turf for the courts and movingthe fencing around the sport court and refinishingthe half court slab. Costs are estimated at$40,000. The Capital Improvement Funds willbe used along with contributions from Bingo and$2000 from the Bocceball Club. None of thesefunds will come from the annual assessmentwhich is for HOA Operating Expenses.A resident asked for better flowers at the Villageentrances. They suggested petunias similar toother communities. John said he will address itwith the Landscape Committee and Landscaper.Asked, what is the procedure for taking fundsfrom the Capital Improvement Fund, Johnexplained that up to $100,000 can be used withthe approval of the HOA Board of Directorsand that any funds over that amount needs thevote of the HOA.What is the status of getting more pickleballcourts? John said that the Pickleball group isworking on a formal proposal and alternate sites.Land under the power lines south of Guadalupecould be available as the buildout continuesand interest in the sport grows or some of thetennis courts could be modified. The Rec/FacCommittee will be working with Tennis andPickleball on their long term needs.What will happen to the Farnsworth Real EstateCompany Sales office when we are all buildout?Jeff explained that “definetely” one half of thebuilding will be reserved for the FarnsworthSales Group, the other portion will decided laterdown the road.Jeff explained the decision approving the Bocceballproposal. At the start of this year therewere about 70 bocce members and 70 pickleballmembers. The additional courts will allow thegroup to hold tournaments and was originallydiscussed two years ago when the Santan Centerwas being developed. As stated earlier, alternateideas are being reviewed for additional pickleballand/or tennis courts.Jeff Decker Report:Jeff said 37 units have been sold so far thisyear and they foresee 40 by the end of March.54 units were sold in 2011; 111 in 2012 and itis hoped that 115-130 will be sold by the endof 2013.Jeff explained that the streets in the new areasouth of Guadalupe have been torn up becauseof an issue with the asphalt paving provider andthe city of Mesa. Too much of a recycle materialwas used and the roadway did not pass code. Ithas had to be replaced and the foundation re-dugand replaced. The costs are at the expense ofthe sub-contractor and the paving company asthey are “city” streets. Farnsworth will not bearany of the expense for correcting the problem.Jeff reported overall things are going well.Installing the utilities is the next phase for thetownhome developments.There being no further questions or comments,the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 A.M.Respectfully submitted,Fran Davidson, Recording Secretary

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