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Community Association Magazine
september / October 2010
25th Anniversary
Val Vista lakes Community Association
Community Garage Sale
November 5th & 6th
Plus…
Classes & Activities
VVl Elementary News
Kathy’s Kronicles

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Table of Contents… Val Vista Lakes Community Association
September / October 2010
www.valvistalakes.org
Your Hoa…
2 Manager’s Message
2010 Board Meeting Schedule
New Smoking Policy
4 Donate a Tree, Make Your Street
Happy!
New Events Website Thanks to
Rocket Media
Seeking Candidates for the Val Vista
Lakes Board of Directors
Summer Fun!
5 Playgroup Sing Circle
Just Dog’n It Out at the Pool…
Hot Dogs That Is…
Cardio Room Update
pg.16
Home & Landscape…
6 Val Vista Lakes Master
Architectural Committee - VVLMAC
Val Vista Lakes Sub-Association
Presidents & Management Contacts
Trash Pick Up Schedule
Special Events…
8 Upcoming Special Event Calendar
Community Garage Sale
Club News…
12 Val Vista Lakes Clubs
Nifty Fifties News
13 Women’s Club News
In Every Issue…
20 Product & Service Directory
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VVL Elementary News…
14 Coming Events at VVL Elementary
VVL FUN-raisers
Get Involved at VVL Elementary
Compliance Department…
16 Kathy’s Khronicles
Landscaping 101
Features…
9 Val Vista Lakes 25th Anniversary
10 Classes & Activities
pg.4
Val Vista Lakes Community Association 1

Your Hoa…
Val Vista lakes
Community Association
1600 E. Lakeside Dr. • Gilbert, aZ 85234
www.ValVistaLakes.org
AdminiStrAtivE OfficES
office Hours: Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm
Phone: 480.926.9694
Fax: 480.926.5730
Email: vvladmin@ValVistaLakes.org
Banquet Email: banquet@ValVistaLakes.org
Banquet Voicemail: 480.774.9321
clUbhOUSE
Clubhouse Hours: Mon-Fri 6am to 10pm
Saturday 7am to 10pm
Sunday 7am to 9pm
Phone: 480.926.9693
tEnniS cEntEr
Tennis Center Hours: Saturday 6am to Noon
Phone: 480.892.6202
vAl viStA lAkES StAff
community manager
Richard andrews
clubhouse recreation manager
Michelle Haney
banquet manager
Janet Marhover
compliance coordinator
Kathy Mitchell
Assistant banquet manager
Laura o’Connell
facilities Operations manager
Dave Triana
2010 bOArd Of dirEctOrS
President
Ron Norwood
vice President
Cheryl Peterson McCoy
treasurer
Silvio Jaconelli
Secretary
Marci Johnson
board members
Rob actis
John Bowler
Bill Brown
Steve Neilsen
Bo Wenzl
2 September / October 2010
MaNager’S MeSSage
By Richard Andrews, Community Manager
Community Association Magazine
HaPPY 25TH aNNIVERSaRY Val Vista
Lakes! We are twenty five years old and we
are planning a Silver anniversary Celebration
to commemorate the event. Please mark your
calendars for September 24th and 25th, 2010.
We are having a wonderful dinner on the
night of the 24th of September. It is a catered
sit down event and we want everyone to
participate. There are 200 tickets to be sold,
so please get yours early. We will have in the
West Wing plans, pictures and programs from
the birth of Val Vista Lakes to the present. a
large number of our residents have recorded
memories on film of their home under
construction or other events in their life at Val
Vista Lakes and they have graciously chosen
to share them with us. The exhibit will be a
self guided tour and should bring back a lot
of memories and reminders about the years of
our community. To top it off, we will have
entertainment, dancing and a special event to
commemorate our 25th birthday.
on Saturday September 25th, we will have
activities for the entire family from 5-9pm.
an artisan fair, music and the “Taste of Val
Vista Lakes”, along with a petting zoo, bouncy
games, face painting, and a train will provide
plenty to do. our own Val Vista Elementary
will be the recipient of proceeds raised from the
events of the anniversary Celebration. Please
come and enjoy a great time of fun and food.
Even the teenagers will find something to do.
If you have lived at Val Vista Lakes since
1985 we would like to know. The first
neighborhoods with residents were Tanglewood
Cove and Palisades I. Please contact us at the
Clubhouse. We are still recruiting volunteers
to help with the two day event. Please call us
Board Meeting Schedule
all monthly meetings of the Board of Directors
are held at the Val Vista Lakes clubhouse.
The 2010 monthly meeting schedule is also
available online at www.ValVistaLakes.org.
2010
Thursday
September 16
6:30pm
Thursday
October 21
6:30pm
Thursday
November 18
7:30pm **Annual Meeting**
at 480.926.9693 and let us know your name
and how to contact you so that we can put
you to work.
Congratulations to the Val Vista Lakes Swim
Team. They have had a very successful
and busy season. Their banquet was a great
event celebrating the swimmers’ hard work.
Hopefully you have stopped by the upgraded
Cardio Room. Based on the daily use,
many of you have. Thank you to the board
members and particularly Rob actis for their
efforts in getting this completed.
We have just finished the replacement of
two filters on the irrigation system, rebuilt
and upgraded the water intakes for the
irrigation system and cleaned out the wet
wells. all of these efforts were accomplished
to provide irrigation water at a much higher
quality. This will enable us to replace the
old irrigation technology and consequently
deliver water and nutrients directly to the
trees and shrubs in a much more efficient
manner. This will pay off in water savings
as well as help the trees and shrubs to be at
their peak.
In conjunction with the Silver anniversary,
in the following months, we are going to
have a monthly featured activity at the
Clubhouse. on the 2nd Wednesday of the
month be prepared to capitalize on the
talent, skills and hobbies of the residents of
Val Vista Lakes. We want your suggestions
as to the topics you want to feature. Bring
us your ideas so we can learn about all of the
hidden talent and experience that we have
among our members and share your skills
with others.
New Smoking Policy –
Passed March 18, 2010
In consideration of the health and safety
factors as well as the cleanliness of the
beach and surrounding pool areas, the
Board of Directors has passed a new
smoking policy. The new policy restricts
smoking to the designated area near
the bathrooms at the west end of the
clubhouse building, just inside and outside
the gate by the mountain.
We appreciate your help
and cooperation with
compliance with
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Your Hoa…
Donate a Tree,
Make Your Street Happy!
Submitted by Marci Johnson
Val Vista Lakes is mounting an aggressive campaign to replant and
replace missing trees. With the freeze two years ago and the usual
loss of trees from death and disease and the natural succession of
life expectancy, there now are more needs than there are trees in
our annual budget.
YoU can help in speeding up that effort! We invite all VVL
residents to consider donating one or more trees to our landscaping
effort, in order to quickly “green-up” our neighborhoods and offer
more plentiful shade. In return, our landscape staff will devote
the extra hours to planting and pruning to keep things in tip-top
shape!
Prices are $35 for a 15-gallon tree; $125 for a 24-box tree.
Interested residents can drop their donation by the clubhouse
(noting their tree choice), and in return will receive a certificate
that tells exactly where we planted their tree!
For more details, call the administrative offices at (480) 926-9694.
New events Website
Thanks to rocket Media
We’re excited to announce a new website dedicated solely to
providing information on hosting an event at Val Vista Lakes. If
a special event is in your future, please visit our new site to view
the photo gallery, frequently asked questions, pricing and much
more. In correlation to the sites launch, we’ve created profiles on
the social networking sites of Facebook and Twitter. To become a
fan or follower on either site just search “Val Vista Lakes Events”
or log onto the new website where links are provided.
We’d like to thank VVL member, Ben Kalkman, who is the
owner and CEo of Rocket Media. Ben and his professional
staff took this project on pro bono as a way of giving back to
the community where he works and resides. Rocket Media’s
generosity in designing our new website, www.VVLEvents.
com, will help our marketing efforts expand online and reach
new clients that we were unable to before. New clients equal
new revenue which is always a welcome asset to an Hoa. If your
business is in need of a custom website or internet marketing
solutions then we highly recommend and encourage you to give
Ben and his staff a call at 480-699-2579 or visit online at www.
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www.VVLEvents.com
4 September / October 2010
Seeking Candidates
for the Val Vista
Lakes Board of Directors
Four seats on the VVL Board of Directors will be open to all
residents in the upcoming November 2010 election. Many VVL
residents have much to offer by serving on the 9-member board.
Residents from varied occupational backgrounds, education, and
experiences can lend the much needed diversity to the board. If
you haven’t thought about running for the board, think again,
your expertise could be very valuable in moving VVL forward
toward the mission statement of being, “The Most Desirable
Multigenerational planned community.”
Interested individuals are requested to submit a 200-300 word
bio including a statement/reasons why they would like to become
a member of the BoD and a photo. Interested residents need
to declare their candidacy to the Val Vista Lakes administrative
offices (vvladmin@valvistalakes.org) by Friday, october 1, 2010.
If you have questions about the process of running for or being
a member of the VVL Board of Directors, please contact the
administrative offices at 480-926-9694.
SUMMer FUN!
There was a lot to do this summer…swim team, Clever Kids
Club, art-Tastic, Body Sculpting, Pilates, Karate, swim lessons,
Game Night at the Harbor Pool, the 4th of July Sandcastle
contest, tennis lessons, and more! There are always lots of
activities, classes, and special events year-round so be sure to
check our website for the current offerings.

www.ValVistaLakes.org
Playgroup Sing Circle
Many in Val Vista Lakes had a wonderful
experience with the Playgroup Sing Circle
and mid-morning/mid-week Playgroup
when our children were younger. I’d be
sorry to see the new generation miss out.
Starting Wednesday, September 8 we will
offer a Playgroup Sing Circle from 10-
10:30am at the clubhouse and then meet
as a Playgroup from 10:30-11:30am at the
beach pool. Please contact Stephanie Cox
@ benstephsere@cox.net.
Just Dog’n It out
at the Pool…
Hot Dogs That Is…
Now that the heat has settled slightly,
Just Dog’n It, will return with their
famous and delicious Sabrett hot dogs and
accompaniments on Saturdays during the
month of September. Run by our very
own VVL residents, Pete and Carol Mom,
Just Dog’n It has what it takes to keep
your tummy from rumbling whether out
at the beach or your next catered event.
Check it out for more info:
www.jdihotdogs.com.
Cardio room Update
If you haven’t been by the cardio room
this summer, you are in for a big surprise!
Thanks to the efforts of Board members
and community volunteers Rob actis,
John Feddock, and Marci Johnson the
cardio room has been upgraded with new
treadmills, bicycles, TV’s and flooring. a
ribbon cutting was held before the June
Board meeting to commemorate the
welcome changes.
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Home & Landscape…
Val Vista Lakes
Master architectural
Committee VVLMaC
Shanna Cardita Lakeside
Ben Kalkman Harbour
Donny Saveski Regatta
Jim Speer Lakeside
Mark Stockton Tanglewood Cove
The Val Vista Lakes Master architectural Committee is
made up of residents appointed by the Board of Directors
that are specifically charged with the responsibility of
reviewing all architectural applications submitted by Val Vista
Lakes Members before any changes that affect the exterior
appearance of a property are made. The Val Vista Lakes
CC&R’s require all owners to obtain prior written approval
for any exterior alteration or addition to their property.
The VVL MaC currently meets on the first Tuesday of each
month at 6pm at the VVL Clubhouse. Submittals are to be
received by the administrative offices one-week prior in
order to be placed on the agenda.
Val Vista Lakes Sub-association
Presidents & Management Contacts
Beach Club Village
Johannes Kurz President
Merlene Faust Brown Community Management 480.539.1396
Breckenridge Bay
Ken Dickerson President 480.539.8198
Castaway Bay
Skip Heck President 480.497.9856
Enclave
Bill Brown President
David Heywood Heywood Realty 480.820.1519, ext 215
lakeside
Keith Ryan President
Tim Macica Brown Community Management 480.539.1396
Patterson Point
Larry Shelton President
Dustin Snow Snow Property Services 480.635.1133
Regatta
Ron Norwood President
Nicole Nudi Renaissance Community Partners 480.813.6788
Westlake Estates
Jim McGahey President
Nicole Nudi Renaissance Community Partners 480.813.6788
Voyager Cove
Bret Anthony President 480.503.1601
6 September / October 2010
To obtain information about the VVL MaC meeting
schedule, architectural Submittal Forms, approved Plant
List or submittal timelines, please go to www.valvistalakes.
org under Resident Services and in the VVL
Master architectural Committee
folder, located in the Resource
Center.
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Schedule
EFFECTiVE APRil 5, 2010
The Town of Gilbert Contained and
uncontained Pick-up schedule may be found
at www.ci.gilbert.az.us/pw/maps.cfm
For all areas to the WEsT of Val Vista Drive:
uncontained Trash - starting the week of the fourth
Monday of each month.
Black Trash Can Pick up - Monday
Blue Trash Can Pick up - Thursday
For all areas to the EAsT of Val Vista Drive:
uncontained Trash - starting the week of the third
Monday of each month
Black Trash Can Pick-up - Monday
Blue Trash Can Pick-up - Thursday
www.ValVistaLakes.org
We’ve put our association online to provide you with more
convenience! at www.ValVistaLakes.org you will find a
wealth of Web site services and opportunities to share ideas
and information, get news and announcements thru email;
register for classes, reserve outside areas and meeting space;
access an online resource center for important association
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Special Events…
Upcoming Special
events Calendar
Val Vista Lakes offers an annual calendar of events and family fun!
25th anniversary Dinner
Friday, September 24 6-11 PM
Val Vista Lakes is 25 years old and we want you to come and
celebrate with us! The anniversary Dinner will be held in the
Banquet Room of the clubhouse on Friday, September 24 with
cocktail hour beginning at 6pm. Each $25 admission ticket includes
2 drink tickets for the cocktail hour, a plated dinner, dessert,
entertainment, as well as the “historical tour” of 25 years of Val
Vista Lakes.
Tickets will be sold in advance at the front desk of the clubhouse.
Seating is limited to the capacity of the room, so don’t delay – get
your tickets ToDaY!
“Taste of Val Vista Lakes”
Saturday, September 25 5-9 PM
The celebration continues at the “Taste of Val Vista Lakes” to be
held in the parking lot of the Fry’s plaza! Join us as the local Val
Vista Lakes’ restaurants, restaurateurs, and caterers whip up small
portions of their specialties for you to enjoy. There will also be an
artisan market, music, and activities for the whole family (think
bouncers, petting zoos, train rides, facepainting and more!). Tickets
will be sold in $1 increments and food items will be sold for $1-$3
each. a portion of the proceeds generated from the ticket sales of
this event are to benefit the Val Vista Lakes Elementary School.
If you are interested in participating as an artisan Market vendor,
please contact audrey Thacker at www.artisanMarketsaz.com. If
you are a VVL resident and you own a restaurant or catering service
and would like to participate in the “Taste of Val Vista Lakes”, please
contact our administrative offices at www.ValVistaLakes.org.
Discounted Diamondbacks games
The D-backs welcome Val Vista Lakes, employees, residents, family
and friends to enjoy specially discounted games. In 2010, you are
“Safe at Home” through the ease of our brand new D-backs Ticket
Dugout. There are still many games to choose from.
To access the D-backs Ticket Dugout, go to: www.dbacks.com/
valvistalakes. once you click on the game you want, make sure to
enter the Special offer Code, “home”.
Halloween Howl
Wednesday, October 27 4-7 PM
Grab your ghosts and goblins and come on over for a “spooktacular”
time! Fun event for all ages – lots of candy, carnival booths, and
prizes. Tickets are 25 cents each, booths are 1-2 tickets each.
Welcome the Holiday Season with VVL annual
Traditions ‘tis the season…
“Holiday Mountain”
November 26 - December 26
Open to members at all times.
Open to the public:
Friday & Saturday 6-10 PM Sunday 7-9 PM
every night the week preceding Christmas!
Enjoy the festival of lights. Canned Food is your admission into this
event, to enable you to stroll amongst over 500,000 lights, streams
8 September / October 2010
www.ValVistaLakes.org
and waterfalls. Visit with Santa and warm your spirits with hot
chocolate and cookies. Celebrate the holidays with VVL.
Volunteers are needed to keep this annual tradition open to the
community, please contact the administrative offices (480-926-
9694 or vvladmin@valvistalakes.org) to volunteer.
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 4 9-11 aM
Come and join us for Breakfast with Santa. Your registration
will include breakfast (bagels, yogurt, muffins, fruit, orange juice,
and milk), a photo op with Santa, storytime, Christmas cookie
decorating, and a small goody bag. Registration is available
November 15 thru November 29th.
“Lighted Boat Parade”
Saturday, December 18 6:30 PM
annual lighted boat parade is one you will not want to miss. This
event grows brighter and more spectacular each year. Viewing
available at the clubhouse and on the bridge on Lakeside Drive.
Community garage Sale
November 5 & 6
Start cleaning out the garage, closets
and cupboards – it’s garage sale time!
The VVL community-wide garage sale is set for Friday & Saturday,
November 5 & 6. all residents may participate in the sale. Here’s
how it works. Participants may register by e-mail at vvladmin@
valvistalakes.org. Registration deadline is Monday, october 25 by
noon. a list of the sale locations will be compiled. This list will be
available to residents after noon on Monday, November 1 online
at www.ValVistaLakes.org and at the front desk of the clubhouse.
If you want to be on the list, you must submit your name, address
and main cross streets. Please include a telephone number where
we may reach you when you submit your information. WE WILL
NoT PUBLISH THIS NUMBER. WE NEED IT IN CaSE WE
HaVE QUESTIoNS.
When you submit your name and address for the list, you may
name up to three items that you will be offering. For example, you
may want to list children’s clothing, tools, and baby furniture.
The sale will be promoted by a main banner at Val Vista and
Lakeside Drive. additional banners (4) will be placed at select
main road entrances. You will want to post specific directional
signs leading to your home. (Don’t forget to take them down!)
Bargain hunters, get ready!

Friday, Sept 24
Dinner/Dance
Celebration
in the VVL
Ballroom
6-11pm
With your $25 reservation
you’ll enjoy a
catered dinner, two
drink tickets, live
band entertainment
and a historical
display of VVL.
HOW DO I GET IN ON THE WEEKEND OF FUN?
To make your Dinner/Dance reservation,
please complete the registration form below
and bring to the clubhouse front desk or
email the information to:
Janet at Banquet@ValVistaLakes.org
Tasting and activity tickets for the
Saturday event can be purchased in
advance at the clubhouse front desk.
A portion of the proceeds of the events
to benefit the VVL Elementary School.
Saturday, Sept 25
“Taste of VVL”
in the parking lot of
the Fry’s Plaza.
5-9pm
Come sample the
tastings of your
favorite VVL
restaurants and
caterers. Activities
for the whole family
including Artisan
Market, bouncers,
train ride and more!
Please visit www.ValVistaLakes.org for more information.
Reservation form for 25th Anniversary Dinner/Dance:
Attendee Name(s): ____________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________
City/State:________________________________ Zip: ______________
Phone: _____________________________________________________
Email: ______________________________________________________
Payment by Visa or MasterCard (circle one):
Card Number: _____________________________ Exp Date: __________
RESERVATION FORMS DUE NOT LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 17
Val Vista Lakes Community Association 9

Classes
& Activities
YOUTH CLaSSeS
MOMMY & Me MUSIC
a bonding time for mommy and baby promoting positive relationships and giving
opportunities to enhance developmental growth through music.
ages: 0–18 months
Day/Time: 0-9 months Friday 10:30-11:25am
9-18 months Fridays 11:30-12:25pm
Session I: 9/3-9/24
Session II: 10/1-10/22
Location: VVL activity Room
Fee: $60/session
Contact: Kerry Draney (602) 315-0267
grOUP STrINgS CLaSS
Continued summer instruction for string players (5th -6th grade) who want more
experience throughout the school year. This is a great way to keep up those skills and
provide additional instruction during the school year (especially w/reduced orchestra
days this upcoming school year).
ages: 5th and 6th Grade
Day/Time: Wednesday 3:30-4:30pm
Session I: 9/1-9/22
Session II: 10/ 6-10/27
Session III: 11/3-11/24
Location: VVL activity Room
Fee: $60.00/session
Contact: Kerry Draney (602) 315-0267
grOUP gUITar CLaSS: THe BaSICS OF gUITar – BegINNer LeVeL
If you’ve ever wanted to learn to play guitar but haven’t had the opportunity, here
it is! additionally, this class will be led by a board-certified music therapist capable
of facilitating individuals with specials needs. Participants must provide their own
guitar.
ages: 8+
Day/Time: Monday 4:30-5:25pm
Session I: 9/13-10/4
Session II: 10/11- 11/1
Session III: 11/8-11/29
Location: activity Room
Fee: $60/session
Contact: Kerry Draney (602) 315-0267
SUNNY’S CreaTIVe DaNCe aND SONg
My name is Rachael Griffin and I am the dance teacher at Val Vista Lakes. This
is my twenty-first year in the Creative Interpretive dance program with Sunny’s
Creative Dance and Song. I love dancing and I am thrilled to be able to teach your
girls the joy of dance!
Sunny’s Creative Dance and Song teaches young girls how to feel comfortable
with their abilities while giving them the confidence and determination it takes to
perform. With a strong basis in ballet, we teach the girls how to dance, while allowing
them the ability to create. The Creative Interpretive Program helps the dancers
become more aware of their bodies while teaching them to use that awareness in a
graceful manner.
Dance classes last one hour, and are formed to encourage your dancer’s growth and
progression. Each dance class has its own performance in December, and every
dancer performs in 11-13 numbers. Classes are divided by age, and grade in school;
however, if there is a time problem, we should be able to work things out. For questions,
please contact Rachael at 602-339-2422 or rachael.griffin@gmail.com.
ages: 2 ½ to 9 years
Day: Wednesday
Time: 4:00pm (preschool & kindergarten)
5:00pm (1st, 2nd and 3rd grade)
Fall Session: 8/19-12/16 (no classes will be held when Gilbert Public
Schools are closed)
Location: VVL Clubhouse
10 September / October 2010
Register for any of the classes that Val Vista lakes has to offer on-line. Pre-registration and payment in
advance is required for all classes. unless specified, registration for all programs will be accepted through
the first week of the program. Payments may be paid on-line with your Visa\MasterCard or by dropping
off a check at the clubhouse within 24 hours of registering for the class.
For the most up-to-date class listings, please visit the Val Vista lakes’ website (www.valvistalakes.org).
Instructor: Rachael Griffin
Fee: $40 per month + $20.00 costume fee per semester (Fall & Spring)
aNarI MarTIaL arTS
Complimenting our family classes, we offer age appropriate classes for children and
youth. our Lil’ Dragons class is offered for children ages 3 to 7 years. Classes are structured
around a weekly “life lesson” theme including, “Fire & Home Safety”, “animal
Care”, “Following Directions”, etc… Your children can earn patches for their martial
arts abilities as well as for mastering the weekly lessons.
For older children ages 7 to 12, we offer traditional classes with an emphasis on belt
rank requirements. These classes are designed to ensure your child’s success both inside
and outside of the karate studio. a winning attitude and sense of self-worth is instilled
in every student. a balance of respect, positive attitude and behavior allow every age
student to accomplish more and progress further in every area of their life.
ages: 3 – 7 years
Day/Time Tuesday 5-5:30pm
ages: 7-12 years (with Sensei’s approval)
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-6:15pm
Location: VVL Clubhouse
Instructor: Venita Knighton
Fee: $42.50 per month
arT-TaSTIC! arTS aND CraFTS
We will be working on several different types of arts and crafts, such at tole painting
(wooden items), making jewelry, working with plaster, paper, foam, fabric or multi
media crafts. We may work with paint, markers, glue, glitter, beads, feathers...you
name it...so please dress for mess!
ages: 7-12 years
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday 4pm-5pm
Location: VVL Clubhouse
Instructor: Jennifer Krainski
Fee: $62 per monthly session / plus $12 supply fee for each participant
MUSIC THeraPY TeeN/YOUNg aDULT KaraOKe NIgHT
(for teens and young adults with disabilities)
a night to meet friends, socialize with other teens and young adults while showing off
some talent! This group will be led by a music therapist.
ages: Teens/Young adults with disabilities
Day/Time: Friday 7-9pm
Dates: 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22,
10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19
Location: VVL Clubhouse
Fee: $7 entry fee (includes Karaoke and snacks)\
JUNIOr MUNCHKIN TeNNIS
The Junior Munchkin Program is a fun and exciting program designed for the young
player between 4-10 years old. In order to provide the best possible atmosphere for
learning, the juniors are divided in to two different groups, Mini-Munchkins (4-7 yrs)
and Munchkins (7-10 yrs.)
ages: 4-6 & 7-10 years
Day/Time: M-F 8-9am (summer) & M-F 6-7pm (Year Round)
Instructor: Michael Lowdermilk & PTM Staff
Fee: one day (1 hour class) per week for (4) weeks - $48 per session
Two days (1 hour classes) per week for (4) weeks - $96 per session
JUNIOr CIrCUIT TeNNIS
Juniors receive professional instruction on the fundamentals, scoring and tennis etiquette,
basic strategies, mobility and footwork drills, match play drills, tips on mental
toughness and basic nutrition, and match play.
ages: 10-18 years
Day/Time: M-F 8-9:30am (summer) & M-F 6-7:30pm (Year Round)
Instructor: Michael Lowdermilk & PTM Staff
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Fee: one day per wk. (6 hrs. per month) - $62 per session
Two days per wk. (12 hrs. per month) - $124 per session
Three days per wk. (18 hrs. per month) - $186 per session

HIgH PerFOrMaNCe JUNIOr eXCeLLeNCe PrOgraM
This specialized junior excellence program focuses on movement priorities and visual
cues, racquet skills, shot selection, singles and doubles tactics, mobility and footwork
drills, and competitive match play drills and games.
ages: 10-18 years
Day/Time: M-F 8-10am (summer) & M-F 6-8pm (Year Round)
Instructor: Michael Lowdermilk & PTM Staff
Fee: one day per wk. (8 hrs. per month) - $74 per session
Two days per wk. (16 hrs. per month) - $148 per session
Three days per wk. (124 hrs. per month) - $222 per session
TeeN/aDULT CLaSSeS
INTrO TO rOCK BaND:
THe BaSICS OF DrUMMINg, gUITar, aND/Or VOCaLS
Learn the basic skills necessary to create your own rock band with real instruments
Each teen may participate as a lead or back-up vocalist, drummer, or guitarist. additionally,
this class will be led by a board-certified music therapist capable of facilitating
individuals with specials needs.
age: ages 14+
Day/Time: Mondays 3:30-4:25
Session I: 9/13-10/4
Session II: 10/11- 11/1
Session III: 11/8-11/29
Fee: $60/session
Location: VVL activity Room
Contact: Kerry Draney (602) 315-0267
arT WOrKSHOPS
Want to exercise your creative side? Ever see this stuff on T.V. and want to try it?
These are one day workshops for teens and adults. Supplies will be provided for
each separate workshop purchased and you will take home your finished piece after
our afternoon of fun. (Have an idea for another art/craft workshop or group event,
please contact me!)
Workshops: Sat. Sept 4 1pm to 4pm Bling Rings and Earrings
Sat Sept 25 1pm to 4pm Home Décor- Glass Vase
Sat oct.9 1pm to 4pm Tile Mosaic
Sat oct. 23 1pm to 4pm Tole Painting
(jewelry box, decorative wall mirror, or picture frames, etc.)
ages: 15+ years
Day/Time: Saturday 1-4pm (see dates and projects above)
Instructor: Jennifer Krainski
Fee: $25/date (includes all supplies)
arT-TaSTIC TOO!
I’ll bring the supplies*, come and have lots of fun and social time to work on various
projects!
➢ Scrapbooking
➢ acrylic paints for wood/tole painting
➢ Beading
➢ Jewels/Gems/Bling for shirts or accessories
➢ Fabric Crafts
➢ Etc!
Bring your own projects to work on or start a new one. Enjoy an evening of art once
a week!!
ages: Teen/adult
Day/Time: Monday 7-9pm
Session: monthly beginning in September
Instructor: Jennifer Krainski
Fee: $65/4-week session (most supplies included)
*some supplies require an extra charge
FUNDaMeNTaL MaT PILaTeS
Pilates is a body conditioning program designed to teach efficient movement patterns
and provide general well being using controlled exercises and deliberate breathing
patterns. Please bring a pilates mat, towel and band.
Day/Time: M/W/F 11am
Instructor: Deborah Peykoff
Fee: $5 per class
PILOga
Piloga is a combination class of Pilates (a full mind/body workout) that combines
yoga for increased flexibility and balance. This is the system used by ballet dancers,
athletes, and gymnasts to build long, lean muscles while maintaining flexibility. It is
also used in the rehabilitation of physical injuries. and you’ll have fun doing it.
Day/Time: Friday 6-7:15pm and Saturday 10:30-11:45am
Instructor: Mark Quinn
Fee: $10 per class
aNarI MarTIaL arTS
okinawan Shuri-ryu Karate is taught with a very traditional approach. In much the
same way that the martial arts were handed down family to family, and generation
to generation, we strive to pass this art to your family. our “family classes” promote
training, interaction and development of every member of the family that is enrolled.
From the very first class, our emphasis is on attitude, respect, self-discipline, positive
self-esteem, and self-defense. Your entire family benefits.
a winning attitude and sense of self-worth is instilled in every student. a balance of
respect, positive attitude and behavior allow every age of student to accomplish more
and go further in every area of their life.
Adult/Family class – Family oriented all age class. Emphasis will be on rank
requirements, kata/forms, and kumite/sparring.
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday 6:15-7pm
Location: VVL Clubhouse
Instructor: Venita & Mark Knighton
Fee: $42.50 per month
BODY SCULPTINg
Body Sculpting combines low impact cardio and muscle training to tone, shape and
strengthen your body. Participants need to bring their own weights and a mat.
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday 6:30-8pm
Saturday 9-10:30am
Instructor: Veronica Handorf, aFaa certified
Fee: $36.50 per month
PerSONaL TraININg
Let a personal trainer design an exercise program specifically for you
and your fitness goals. Scheduling is done directly through the trainers.
By appointment only
Instructors: Jon Lempke (480) 388-6241
Pam Barker (480) 299-1490
STreTCH THeraPY
1-on-1 (Pain-free) assisted Stretching designed to improve athletic performance
while healing chronic soft tissue injuries. Stretch Therapy will also reduce or eliminate
tight muscles & stiff joints and can help you overcome hip, back, should and
neck pain. Stretch your way into a pain-free life with better posture, alignment and
flexibility with a Flexibility Coach!
By appointment only
Instructor: Jon Lempke, Certified Flexibility Therapist (480) 388-6241
aDULT BegINNer TeNNIS LeSSONS
This exciting new beginner’s program is designed for the novice player or those
relatively new to the game. Each class focuses on the fundamentals of sound stroke
production including the forehand, backhand, serve, volley and overhead. Players will
also be introduced to basic singles and doubles tactics, court rule and etiquette, and
some specialty shots.
Day/Time: Monday 7:30-8:30pm or Tuesday 8-9am
Instructor: Michael Lowdermilk & PTM Staff
Fee: $78 per session (Four 1-hour classes per four (4) week session)
aDVaNCeD BegINNer TeNNIS LeSSONS
This program is geared for players who have a good understanding of the basics yet
still need to refine their strokes, and establish better control and consistency. Classes
will work on mastering the essential strokes such as the forehand, backhand, serve,
volley and overhead. Footwork and mobility drills will also be introduced to promote
enhanced balance and agility. Players will also be introduced to essential strategies in
singles and doubles, court rules and etiquette, specialty shots and match play drills.
Day/Time: Wednesday or Friday 7:30-8:30pm or Thursday 8-9am
Instructor: Michael Lowdermilk & PTM Staff
Fee: $78 per session (Four 1-hour classes per four (4) week session)
aDULT MaTCH PLaY DrILL TeNNIS CLINICS
This coed match play drill clinic is offered each week year round and is designed
for players with NTRP ratings of 3.0-4.0+. Players are grouped according to skill
level to ensure greater compatibility and competition. Each class includes realistic,
intensive, match play drill situations as well as round robin match play. Please contact
Michael Lowdermilk at least 24 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Day/Time: Wednesday or Friday 7:30-9pm
Instructor: Michael Lowdermilk & PTM Staff
Fee: $17 per 1 ½ hour class
Val Vista Lakes Community Association 11

Club News…
Val Vista Lakes Clubs
Val Vista Lakes has five different clubs that offer social events and activities
open to all residents, covering a variety of interests and purposes.
For information about a particular club that interests you, please find the
contact numbers listed below.
Care & SHare
The Val Vista Lakes Care and Share Club are made up of women who
gather weekly for fun, food, friendship, teaching and prayer. We share
our lives and encourage one another as we study about marriage, parenting,
and personal growth from a Christian perspective. The group is
open to all women living in Val Vista Lakes. The group meets most
Thursday afternoons during the school year, in the West Wing of the
Clubhouse between 12:30 and 2:30 PM. Please contact Barbara Potempa
at (480) 813-8242 for additional information about upcoming meetings.
NIFTY FIFTY’S
The Val Vista Lakes Nifty Fifty’s is a club of more than one hundred
members who are organized for social, educational, and charitable
purposes. They are a very active group involved in numerous activities
ranging from sport outings, shopping, dining excursions, and trips
to local museums and places of interest. Their schedule would not be
complete without the monthly potluck dinner at the Clubhouse. For
more information about the Nifty Fifty’s and upcoming events go www.
ValVistaLakes.org under the Resource Center.
PLaY grOUP
The Play Group consists of Val Vista Lakes’ moms and their children,
who meet for all sorts of activities that include trips to the local parks.
Please contact Stephanie Cox at (480) 926-0950 for additional information
regarding upcoming events.
TeNNIS CLUB
The Tennis Club is established to promote tennis within the association
and bring together individuals interested in tennis. The Club is open to
all VVL members and their guests.
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Drop in tennis runs every Saturday morning from 7 to 10am and on
Tuesday nights from 7 to 10pm. Four times a year a free drop in Tennis
Social is held with snacks provided by the Tennis Club and free professional
instruction provided by a VVL Tennis Pro.
For information about the Tennis Club please contact Joe Brodsky at
(480) 892-4169.
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meets once a week from 10am-3pm, rotating to a different home each
week. Canasta, Pinochle, and Hand and Foot for starters. New to the
game? Instruction will be provided.
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mahalomomma@gmail.com or at 480-206-1660.
Nifty Fifties’ News Submitted by June Paugh
CHrISTMaS IN JULY
The annual celebration again was a success with many gifts of school
supplies and backpacks for our charity, The House of Refuge at Williams
Field. Monthly the Nifty Fifties donate food supplies and non
perishable foods, or any item, new or used, that can be used to setup
and keep a house organized. of course there was the usual turkey dinner
complete with dressing and mashed potatoes and all the trimmings.
The potluck theme for august was Beach-time with hot dogs and all
that goes with an outing at the beach. an international potluck dinner
was also held recently.
about 20 members visited the arizona Mills Sealife arizona aquarium.
after the aquarium visit they had dinner at the Rainforest Café. Some
members traveled to apache Gold Casino at Globe, arizona. No millionaires
returned but exciting gambling and eating was enjoyed by all.
The lunch-bunch took in eating at The Wildflower Bread Company
and Nando’s Mexican Café. The dinners-out …continued on page 13
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were at the arriba Mexican Grill and
Romano’s Macaroni Grill.
For information on how to become a part of
this active group, call Dee or Bill Travis, copresidents,
at (480)8401853 or go to www.
valvistalakes.org. after signing in click on
the Resource Center, then click on Val Vista
Lakes Clubs, then the Nifty Fifties.
Women’s Club News
Submitted by VVL Women’s Club
The Women’s Club is so excited about our
upcoming annual membership brunch!
This will be a catered event just for us… the
women of Val Vista Lakes. our theme this
year is “Baubles & Bags” with accessory tips
from Charming CHaRLIE, located at San
Tan Village. Expect to be bedazzled with
color in tasteful yet affordable style.
our goal of the Women’s Club is to cultivate
friendships, support our community and share
our experiences as women in all walks of life.
We are a great mix of “chicks” who enjoy
meeting monthly at the Clubhouse, joining
smaller groups with common interests, and
couple’s activities. a big draw is the holiday
progressive dinner in December. We venture
out by boat starting at the Clubhouse. It is a
very festive occasion with a personal touch
celebrating the season at individual’s homes.
Val Vista Lakes is a wonderful community
with outstanding facilities and we plan to utilize
these even more this year…(hint: Think
“Smores ‘n More” at the big fire pit on the
lake! or “Bee Bop at the Sock Hop”?) Still
in planning stages but we’d love input as this
is YoUR club!
Help make this year the best it can be. We
have some enthusiastic gals brimming with
ideas but more importantly eager to know
YoU and your special talents. Come on,
now! We aLL have gifts even if only the gift
of gab! (My identity remains a mystery for
this very reason!)
Important factoids about the VVLWC
Brunch:
DaTE: Saturday, September 11, 2010
TIME: 10:30am -1:00pm
PLaCE: Main Ballroom VVL Clubhouse
aTTIRE: Comfortably Cute
(Newly coined term!)
FEE: $30.00 (which includes annual
membership dues) or $35.00 at
the door (you will surely get a
lotta bang for the buck!!) Tickets
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Website: www.valvistalakeswomensclub.com
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VVL Elementary News…
‘10
Sep 6 No School - Labor Day Holiday
Sep 8 Picture Day
Sep 29 Professional Learning – Early release @ noon
Oct 8 Grading Day - Early release @ noon
Oct 11 – 15 No School - Fall Break
Oct 21 – 22 Parent Teacher Conferences
Early release @ noon
14 September / October 2010
Coming Events
at VVL Elementary
VVL FUN-raisers
Community support of VVL Elementary fundraisers provides
the financial support necessary so the PTSo can invest in
classroom technology and other enrichment activities. Look
for future announcements about the Spirit Nights at local
restaurants where students can socialize off-campus with a
portion of the sales going directly to VVL Elementary.
There are three primary fundraising events planned for the
school year. In august VVL Elementary students will participate
in a Read-a-Thon. In october students will sell otis
Spunkmeyer cookie dough. Product will be delivered the first
week in December for your holiday baking needs! and look
for upcoming information about the Spring Carnival FUNraiser.
Companies have also developed community programs that
help VVL raise money without any additional effort on your
part. You can make your grocery shopping dollars count
through participation in Fry’s Cool Cash and Basha’s Thanks a
Million! programs. These free money for schools programs are
an easy way to support VVL and will kick-off on September 1.
• Basha’s Thanks a Million Program, ask the cashier to code
your Thank You card with VVL’s number 27043, each time
you use your card money will be donated to VVL.
• Fry’s Cool Cash program works the same way, ask the cashier
to scan this barcode to your VIP Card.
Students are encouraged to bring in Box Tops, Campbell’s
labels, and Tyson a+ labels and the school can also earn money
recycling your ink cartridges, juice pouches, and cookie wrappers!
For more information about VVL Elementary fundraising activities
please contact the VVL PTSo at vvlptso@gmail.com.
By Jennifer McCarthy
get Involved
at VVL elementary
It is the start of a new school year and there are many ways
to become involved at VVL Elementary. Community support
contributes to the special educational experience VVL
Elementary continues to provide to our children.
The PTSo has a number of different committees in need of
volunteers. opportunities include:
• Art Masterpiece
• Book Fair
• Conference Potluck
• Fundraising Volunteers
• Fun Runs
• Library Helpers
• Lunch Recess Helpers
• Cafeteria Supervision
• Picture Day Helpers
• Red Ribbon Week
• School Directory
• Spring Carnival
• Teacher Appreciation
• Traffic Helpers
• Welcome Committee
• Yearbook
• 6th Grade Committee
For a description of each committee please review the “PTSo
Committee Descriptions” document on the school website at
https://secure.gilbert.k12.az.us/schoolpgs/valvista/valvistainfo.php.
Volunteer opportunities that require 1-2 hours will be
highlighted for those that would like to get involved but have
limited time available. Two hours of your time can help the
school!
If you do not have a special interest in one particular area
there is also a need for General Volunteers that will be called
on as needs are identified. Please contact the VVL PTSo at
vvlptso@gmail.com for more information or to sign-up for a
committee. It is an excellent way to support the school!
Do not hesitate to offer your assistance to your students’ teachers
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Compliance Department…
Kathy’s Khronicles
By Kathy Mitchell, Compliance Coordinator
Landscape 101
With the weather cooling down, it’s time to reassess front yard
landscaping and lake view back yards. There are specific requirements
regarding landscaping, they are as follows:
• 60% of the yard area is to be lawn and/or pre-approved ground
cover.
• Natural rock or gravel can be used to accent live areas. Artificially
colored rock is prohibited.
• Cactus or other strictly desert plantings will not be approved.
• Desert type plants may be installed in enclosed yards (not lake
view yards) provided they do not protrude above walls.
• All landscaped areas shall be watered by an automatic irrigation
system.
Tree Planting and Trimming
Late summer into September is the perfect time to plant palm
trees. There’s a wide variety of palms that are commonly grown
in and around the valley and most are native to tropical and subtropical
regions of the world. Since our late summer weather
is similar to that of palm trees native climates, they flourish and
grow the most during these months.
For optimum growth and health, give them a dose of 8-0-8 palm
supplement. also, regular applications of an all purpose tree fertilizer
will keep the trees healthy.
Seasonal Color
To ensure winter flowers, plant while the days are still warm
enough to encourage growth, before the winter months or frost.
Weeds
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Pendulum, and
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The herbicides may
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herbicides will require rain or some form of irrigation to activate
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kids 6 weeks to 12 years! Bring your family for a FREE TOUR and
experience entertaining activities including: mini-town, rock wall,
basketball court, movie theater, arcade games, hassle-free parties
and private events!
Recess Kids Club at Dana Park Shops
Suite #101, near Paradise Bakery, next to Designs of the Interior
(480) 632-0750 | www.RecessKidsClub.com
ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!
• House Cleaning
• Truck Mounted Carpet Cleaning
• Natural Stone & Tile & Grout Cleaning/Sealing
• Window Cleaning
Insured, Bonded & Triple Certified since 2001
Call today for a free estimate!
480-324-1640
www.TheMastersTouchCleaningService.com
or www.TMTCSI.net
Credit Cards
Accepted
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