www.mbvaz.org October2017

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Tuesday, October 31st at 8:00AM

Superstition Center

• Gold Canyon Community Merchant Book • Chamber of Commerce Annual Guide • Arizona Republic / Seasonal Offers • Century Link / Welcome Back Discount • Live Music • Raffles

MountainBrook Art Fair & Sale

Saturday, November 18th - Superstition Center Doors Open 8am for Residents - Sale ends at 1pm

Over 50 MBV Artist

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Tuesday, October 31st at 8:00AM

Superstition Center

• Gold Canyon Community Merchant Book • Chamber of Commerce Annual Guide • Arizona Republic / Seasonal Offers • Century Link / Welcome Back Discount • Live Music • Raffles

MountainBrook Art Fair & Sale

Saturday, November 18th - Superstition Center Doors Open 8am for Residents - Sale ends at 1pm

Over 50 MBV Artist

Welcome Back!

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CELEBRATE AMERICAIn the Brooks and Dunn’s 2001 song Only In America, the

line “we all get a chance, everybody gets to dance, in America”, captures the celebration theme for our Friday, November 10 dance party. Everything will be Red, White and Blue at the Superstition Center and it will be a fantastic night out, as Eric the Entertainer will be on hand with his wild and crazy costumes matched to the tunes he will play! This guy is so much fun to watch, people often forget to dance; he is certainly an entertainer who plays all your favorite music. The Steve Miller Band has a 1968 song title celebrating Living In The USA, and if you enjoy living in MBV, you will definitely want to come out to this evening of laughter and dancing.

“If there’s something strange, in your neighborhoodWho you going to call? GhostbustersThere’s something weird and it don’t look rightWho you going to call? Ghostbusters”lyrics from Ghostbusters, Ray Parker 1984Whatever you do, do not call the activity office!On Friday, October 27, there is nothing to fear, it is just

your friends and neighbors (many may be unrecognizable in costumes), heading to our annual Welcome Back/Fright Night Halloween dance party at the spooktacularly decorated Superstition Center. On stage, playing their dynamic music for dancers and listeners alike, will be a favorite band called Outside the Line. The first dance of the season, continues to be a popular way to let folks know that you are back in town and looking forward to reconnecting, so get your tickets at the Activity Office early. While The Doors 1967 song title People Are Strange may describe how the evening begins, you will be surprised with the number of new friends you will make as the evening unfolds. Looking forward to seeing everyone, Your Dance Committee.

MBV FRIENDSGIVINGWe are looking for volunteers to assist with the Thanksgiving

Dinner here at Mountainbrook Village in the Superstition Center on November 23, 2017. We are in need of people to assist with set up, preparation, cleanup, cooking turkeys, servers and runners to pick up food from Basha’s that day. Altogether we need approximately 35 volunteers and 10 of these people will cook a turkey for us that day in their home. A sign-up form is in the office. This is a fun activity together, and many hands make light work. This is a wonderful service provided for the residents who do not have family and/or just cannot prepare a meal like this for themselves any more. Thank you for joining a very rewarding service for the community.

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counters and center island, FURNISHED! 2 car gar with ramp for golf cart! $379, Call Lori $379,000

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1688 SF, 2 bdrms + den, 2 car garage! Newer roof, newer AC, all new kitchen and baths! Built in BBQ, Every value point has been

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PENDING:8706 E Golden Cholla Jasmine $264,900 Zach & Shelly8910 E Brittle Bush Rd Ocotillo $279,000 Cathy5290 S Granite Dr Jasmine $289,000 DawnSOLD:6098 S Jojoba Ct Estrella $250,000 Zach and Shelly5557 Pinnacle Dir Bayberry $259,000 Cathy5236 S Granite Dr Jasmine $279,000 Lori5202 Red Yucca Lane Cottonwood $365,000 Cathy & Betty9049 Brittle Bush Rd Acacia $389,000 Shelly & Zach5705 Desert Marigold Jasmine $289,000 Cathy6312 S Sandtrap Dr Estrella $279,900 Shelly & Zach6090 S Cassia Dr Palo Verde $289,000 Lori5790 S Creosote Dr Desert Holly $279,000 Dawn8054 E Birdie Ln Desert Holly $295,000 Lori

4648 S Crimson Sunrise Desert Holly $400,000 Lori7351 E Rugged Ironwood Lantana $185,000 Cathy8544 E Saguaro Blossom Rd Saguaro $217,000 Ronelle6466 S Fairway Dr Saguaro $260,000 Dawn & Betty6653 S Fairway Dr Saguaro $278,000 Dawn5604 S Desert Ocotillo Cottonwood $372,500 Lori/Shelly/Zach8433 Jumping Cholla Westchester $315,000 Ronelle6466 S Fairway Mesquite $260,000 Dawn8181 E Pinnacle Pl Lantana $249,000 Lisa8466 Aloe Dr Westchester $234,000 Lori5730 Creosote Desert Holly $302,500 Lisa4859 S Crimson Sunrise Bradshaw $434,500 Ronelle6321 S Eagle Ct Jasmine $248,000 Ronelle7317 E Palo Brea Lantana $182,500 Cathy6527 S Front Nine Dr Saguaro $229,000 Dawn

BREATHTAKING VIEW LIKE NO OTHER!1608 SF, FULLY FURNISHED! 2 Master suites, 2.5 baths, New Carpeting loads of tile, newer ROOF new AC & water heater! Freshly painted interior!, Extended length garage. Huge extended flagstone stamped patio, large lot room for POOL! The

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covered patio and fabulous front courtyard! Hillside in front and Panoramic Views in back! 4961 S Crested Saguaro Lane.$409,000 Call Dawn!

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Board Minutes Submitted by Pam Ingram, Secretary

Present: Peter Cavoto, Pam Ingram, Janet Swaim, Wayne Walworth, and Jan Pitts by phone.

The President assigned Building and Grounds to research options for the recycling containers and location and for Planning to develop a plan for Bocce umbrellas. The Superstition Center roof is on target and the title to finalize Sunset Center as part of the Campus was ordered. New loungers are in and more matching chairs for the pool to come soon.

The Manager stated that Ocotillo Center remediation of skylights, flooring, ceiling by the contractor were completed. Insurance claims were approved, including the light at the Sunset Center.

The following were approved unanimously.Mountain Brook Golf Course Ad Hoc committee charter with

Peter Cavoto as Liaison.Funding Village Voices seed money of $3700 which is replaced

with ticket sales. The revision of the Board schedule to Oct. 30 Board Mtg., Dec.

12 Board Workshop and Dec. 19 Board Mtg.Wash maintenance from Coy for Wildcat retention area, a

drainage channel behind 4939 Desert Willow, and clearing dirt and rock from drainage on Cat Claw for $3804.

The Manager was directed to get architectural drawings and bids for Option A to increase Pickle Ball courts.

The light post outside the Sunset Center will be replaced from insurance storm damage claim.

Funding of $500 for Christmas lights.Funding for a Glass Kiln and stand. Approval of the bid for the walkway from the golf cart parking

for $3552.At the workshop, the pros and cons of locations for the Canyon

Cookout were presented. The Board approved to move the Canyon Cookout to Mesquite Center/Horseshoe area by 3 to 2, Janet and Peter dissenting.

The draft letter from the MBV Golf Course Ad Hoc failed and was sent back to committee for revision until October.

MBV BOARD HIGHLIGHTSBy Peter Cavoto, President

The Board and I welcome back winter residents and new owners to our beautiful MountainBrook Village. We did survive the monsoons and heat and are looking forward to winter. Remember, Coffee and News is a great place to hear what is happening in MBV.

Our manager, Suzanne, has been working hard on insurance claims and we hope to have a new light at the Sunset Center and other compensation for trees soon. You received an email blast that Brendan from Mountain Brook Golf course will be seeding, planting trees and taking care of weeds in October. An Ad Hoc committee was created to write a letter and communicate with the MBV Golf Course for maintenance. Larry England is chair of that Ad Hoc committee and members are Sue Wright and Bob Campbell.

Part of the role of the BOD is to maintain and increase the value of

our individual homes and our community assets. That is the reason our buildings were remodeled and there is landscape maintenance. If there were not architectural guidelines and ongoing maintenance/refurbishment then our community, even with our glorious mountain, would lose value. Fifteen years ago, we chose to build the Superstition Center and now we enjoy many events there. Few can imagine MBV without it.

This Board asked the Planning committee to analyze input of the users (Pickleball, Tennis and Bocce) to see how we can meet their needs. We asked the Building and Grounds committee to look at one more option for courts moving Bocce to the horseshoe pits. Though land in MBV is limited there is land to the west of present Pickleball courts that was recommended by Building and Grounds. Another plan suggests switching Tennis and Pickleball locations. The old horse shoe pits are also prime land for many needs.

Please contact us at board@mbvaz.org with comments, etc.

UPCOMING EVENTS

10/18 Free Pool Party- 5-7pm Live Music by Chuck Pitts

11/4 Gold Canyon Business Fair 9am-1pm • Spin the wheel for a chance to win! • 50 + Vendors • Chuck E Wagon Food Truck • Live Entertainment • Live Painting Raffle

11/10 Veterans Tribute

• 4:30 PM Flag Lowering • 6:30 Celebrate America Dance $5 • Music/Tribute - Eric The Entertainer

11/11 Veterans Day • 8:00 AM Raise the Flag • Free Coffee & Donuts • 11:30 AM Lunch Served

Hickory Smoked Beef Brisket, BBQ Chicken Breast, Country Potatoes Salad, Creamy Coleslaw, BBQ Beans & Fresh Rolls Tickets $10 /Veteran’s Free @ Superstition

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Caring CornerArlene Pytko, Caring Corner Chairman

Illness: Darlene Henderson, DG Lucy Abrams, SS Donna Gavin, FV Delores O’Fallon, IW 11

In Memory Tom Self, SR11 Susan Kadlec, SS Jan Gulley, IW1If you should hear of someone who has passed away or is ill,

please call Arlene @ 288-8011. Thank you.

Thank You MountainBrook Friends“Dee Dee and Bill Frazer would like to thank

their MBV friends for their cards, well wishes and prayers concerning Bill’s recent by-pass surgery.”

Thank you to all who have offered kindness, help and good thoughts. Words cannot express how

much this means to us. Mary Lou Kent and Family

Marine Corps Birthday Potluck

The 242 Marine Corps Birthday Potluck will be November 10, 2017, in the Mesquite/Palo Verde Rooms. All MBV Marines, their spouse/guest, widows of deceased Marines, and Navy Medical Personal are welcome. Social (BYOB) 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Dinner at 6:00 pm. Bring a dish to share. A sign-up sheet will be in the Activity Office. Please sign up specifying what you will bring. Marine Birthday Cake and Table service will be provided. $5:00 charge per couple for cake and table service. BRING MARINE CORPS Memorabilia. For Questions: Call Alex Dioyenis at 982-1996 or John Kinder at 671-9678. Let’s Celebrate! Semper Fi

Those Pesky HOAsFALL & PLANTS GO TOGETHER………Part I: Name Those Plants!A suggestion by Shannon at the front desk led to a project that

started many months ago and was finally completed in September by Debbie O’Brien, and our 2 Master Gardeners, Pam Ingram and BJ Jensen. Look for Plant “Namestakes” near various plants and trees along the sidewalk leading to the Activity Office’s front door. You will see the plant’s common name and the botanical name. How easy is that? Sign out a full color “Landscape Plants for the AZ Desert” notebook at the front desk for more information on approved plants and trees for your yard and look on the MBV website too!

Part II: Attend Fall Plant Sales! Attend your local plant sales! Boyce Thompson Arboretum’s fall

plant sale starts October 14th with the last day being October 29th. Arboretum staff is joined by helpful volunteers from Pinal County’s Superstition Master Gardeners Program who are available to advise and assist buyers.

Our Gold Canyon Garden Club’s Sale and Raffle is October 21, from 8-11 a.m. at the GC Methodist Church. Ask questions, take pictures, pick up the MBV plant/tree list from the office to take with you, or on your phone and make sure the plants you choose to buy for your landscape are on the MBV plant list. Have fun!

VILLAGE VOICESBill Wash

“Baby, It’s Cold Outside”. No, the heat hasn’t gotten to me. That’s one of the songs you’ll enjoy at our Annual Christmas Concert scheduled for December 1-2 (Friday & Saturday) beginning at 7 pm in the Superstition Center. This year’s theme is CHRISTMAS, CHRISTMAS. The concert will again entertain its audiences with 90 minutes of religious, humorous, romantic and traditional Christmas music and songs. Music and songs were selected by our choir director, Patty Sobek. Patty and the choir will be accompanied by the very talented Marty Robison on the piano. Patty promises that this will be another “Best Ever” concert.

VETERANS DAYby John E Rowe

Veterans Day in MBV is a two-day event. Be there to observe evening colors as the color guard lowers the flag on Friday, November 10th at 4:30 PM outside the Sunset Center.

On Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11th, all veterans are encouraged to meet at 7:30 AM in the front parking lot to step off at 7:45 AM for the march to the flagpole. Join the color guard and our veterans as the flag is raised at 8:00 AM.

Lunch will be available at 11:30 AM, in the Superstition Center. Purchase tickets for $10 at the activity office. Veteran’s tickets are free.

Following lunch, at 12:30 PM the MountainBrook Village Band will perform, followed by the story of “A Marine in Korea”. The program will end with the playing of “il silenzio” as we observe a moment of silence.

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Jácome FlamencoFriday, November 17, 2017, 7:30 pmVenue: Gold Canyon United Methodist Church6640 S. Kings Ranch Road, Gold Canyon, AZThe unbridled energy, inspiration, and excitement of Jácome

Flamenco’s singers, dancers and musicians take audiences on a whirlwind journey of Spain’s Andalucía region. You feel the rhythm, hear the song, smell the wine, and see the beauty of a distant culture encouraging you to join in. The art of flamenco explodes onstage and audience shouts of “Olé!” become part of the experience.

This internationally acclaimed touring company was formed in 2003 by Chris B. Jácome, Artistic Director & Composer. The company has performed in many sold-out concerts from an audience

of 6,000 at the Redlands Bowl in California and at the Lincoln Center in New York City.

Purchase advance adult tickets for $25, and students for $5 at Canyon Rose Storage, 6405 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Gold Canyon, and at the Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce office on the Apache Trail. Also, order via PayPal on our website www.gcac1.com. Adult tickets at the door are $30.

The Gold Canyon Arts Council, a non-profit organization, promotes the performing and visual arts and is supported in part by grants from the Arizona Commission on the Arts, WESTAF, the National Endowment for the Arts, local corporations, and businesses.

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Announcing the First Elder Care Educational Conference November 15, 2018, 11am

Community Room at the Fire Station located At 7557 E US 60, Gold Canyon AZ, 85118

Integrity Hospice will host the first Elder Care Educational Conference at the Fire Station, Community Room, located at 7557 E. US60. The Community room is to the rear of the Fire Station. Our first seminar will be Wednesday, November 15, 2017, 11am. The first topic will be on “Arizona Long Term Care”, ALTC Carol Dagenet, an expert in this field, will educate us on what the requirements are, how you qualify and what the benefits are. You will be surprised to know, with the appropriate knowledge, you may qualify. There will be a brief announcement from Integrity Hospice and a brief announcement about a new Assisted Living/Memory Care

facility, located close to Gold Canyon. Followed by Aaron Anderson of American National Insurance, our second speaker. Aaron will discuss with us how our insurance needs change as we age, and what insurance products we may want to add, replace or remove.

Space is limited so call Integrity Hospice at 480-426-0255 and place your name on the list.

Our second Educational Conference will be November 28, 2018, 11am also at the Community Room at the Fire Station. The topic will be,” Do you need a Certified Senior Realtor”? Let Claudia Vaughn, with Weichert Reality, explain why you need a Certified Senior Realtor. Following Claudia, there will be a brief word from Integrity Hospice and an announcement regarding the new Assisted Living/Memory Care facility. Our second speaker, Matt Fliss, with Edward Jones, will discuss how our financial needs change as we age, and how we can meet those changes.

The events will be approximately one hour with light refreshments.

Integrity Hospice is available to Gold Canyon, Apache Junction and the East Valley. The care that is offered is done on a smaller & more personal scale compared to larger hospices in the valley. Integrity is a more hands on service with a professional staff that care for their clients and seniors in the comfort of their homes. Hospice Care is a Medicare benefit.

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ANNUAL HOLIDAY

VENDORS’ SHOWCASEReady? Set? Go!!!!!! Start your holiday shopping early! Come to

the annual MountainBrook Village Vendors’ Showcase on Saturday, November 4th in the Sunset Center between 9 am and 1 pm. We have fantastic companies represented by delightful consultants.

Looking for jewelry? We have Yanbal USA and Origami Owl returning plus a new company – Jyl Weeks Natures Jewelry! How about make up? Stop in and visit with the consultants from Limelight, Mary Kay and another new vendor, Rodan and Fields. Want to focus on your lips? Check out Perfect Pucker, new this year. Help in the kitchen? Look no further than Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Tupperware and Thrive Life. How about organizing your closets or the car? Thirty-One is back this year. In love with candles? A representative from Party Lite & Gold Canyon Candles will be there. Lilla Rose is another one of our new companies this year and the consultant can show you wonderful hair accessories and demonstrate how to use them. Yet another new company is Captain B’s Comfort Travel Kit and they have a complete travel kit for a trip by plane, train, or car. Do you have a love affair with clothing? Another of our new vendors is Agnes & Dora focusing on comfort and fashion forward trends.

Be sure to stop by to shop for the holidays, for hostess gifts, and, most importantly gifts for yourself!!!!!! Everyone who comes to the Showcase has a chance for a door prize and for each order or sale that you place with a vendor you get an additional ticket for a door prize! And you get to choose which door prize(s) you want to try to win!

New Life Story Writing Class For over twelve years, Barb Hofmeister has been teaching Life

Story Writing classes in the east valley. Starting in late October, she will be teaching at Central Arizona College (CAC) in Apache Junction. If you can write a letter, you can write your life story but where does one begin? Barb teaches writing short stories then linking them together to make your whole life story. It’s one story at a time and very easy. Her students marvel at how easy it is to follow her workbook which you receive when you attend the first class. The eight week course starts Thursday, October 24 from 1-3 at the Superstition Campus in Apache Junction. This class is for beginners who have not taken the class previously. Advanced classes will be available in the spring at Superstition, Casa Grande and San Tan campuses.

Think about this: No one writes letters anymore and emails and tweets don’t make for a very lasting legacy. Since each life is unique and there will be no bundles of letters tied with a ribbon left when you are gone, leaving your story behind makes sense. Barb says, “I wish I knew more about my mother. Like most, I was more concerned with my own life and didn’t ask her anything about her young life. I wish I knew what her dreams were, what she would have done if she could and what she thought about her life. Now that she is gone I can’t ask her.” One extra benefit of writing your story, especially if your life was difficult, is that it frees you from carrying it any longer. Once written, a huge weight will be lifted, even if you throw it away. To register call or write Joel Beck, BBA, CPP, Coordinator of Lifelong Learning at Central Arizona College, 805 South Idaho Road, Apache Junction, AZ 85119, telephone: 480-677-7721. E-mail Joel.beck@centralaz.edu. There is a fee of $99 for the course and the text book is included with the registration.

Barb Hofmeister has completed her life story which is titled My Rocky Road to the Good Life—the whole story. It is available on Amazon.com in both kindle and paperback version.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 2017It’s that time again. We will be lighting up MountainBrook

on Monday, November 20th at 9:00 am. We are counting on volunteers to help. A sign-up sheet will be in the activity office. We are always in need of extension cords. If anyone would like to donate - new or used - cords (any length) there will be a collection bin at the office.

Volunteers are the people who make our community shine.

Shop till you drop on Saturday, November 4th in the Sunset

Center from 9 am until 1 pm!!!

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The Community of Mariposa Point of Mesa1248 S. Crismon Rd, Mesa AZ 85209

By Pam BurksMariposa Point of Mesa is located within a

10-minute drive from MountainBrook Village. I will be your referral agent, at NO COST to you.

I have been serving MountainBrook and our Gold Canyon community for over 10 years in many volunteer capacities

I am asking for your kind consideration, if you are looking, or just curious about this new Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community or would like to explore the community, please call or text me first so I can assist you.

Pam Burks, 480-267-2286. I can be your Senior Living Referral Agent for Mariposa Point of Mesa, or refer you to other Senior Living opportunities.

Don’t miss out on the amazing opening specials such as; locking-in on select room rates for life, or locking rates, for other beautiful rooms, until 2020. The amenities of this comfortable, up-scale, yet homey community, will exceed and fulfill all your needs.

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It Took a Summer to Cross Texas

by Peggy Malsom Now I remember why I read a book while I drove across

Texas in 1971. I am so bored. You have never heard me say that before because I believe a person should not get bored. There are simply too many options to keep an active mind busy. But the drive between El Paso and Fort Stockton, Texas, is simply boring.

We have spotted our first oil well and long-horned cattle. I pulled out the Roadside Geology of Texas (yes, we actually have them for several states) and tried to elevate our intellectual appreciation of flat and monotonous. Roadside called this area “real West Texas desert country” as “the road sweeps across flat, gravelly open land…” The speed limit here is 80 mph. Even at that speed, it is flat and monotonous.

Next, I Googled the lyrics to songs about two West Texas cities. Luckily, I was raised listening to country-western music so these two are familiar classics. The results were Marty Robbin’s “El Paso” about a doomed romance and Willie Nelson’s “San Antonio Rose” about, well, a doomed romance. It’s country music after all. I sang them until Dennis begged me to stop then threatened me with bodily harm if I didn’t.

My mother-in-law always said, “This too shall pass” and it will. Then we will be in Texas Hill Country. Now that is my kind of country: Bluebonnets and barbeque. I felt the lure of Texas pulling at me with a Lyle Lovett refrain: “That’s right, you’re not from Texas. But Texas wants you anyways.” Yee-haw!

P.S. There is a postscript to this story that I penned in August. We arrived at our daughter’s house in Austin just in time for the wind and rain that was Hurricane Harvey. It wasn’t anything compared to what Houston received, but it was enough to remind me to be careful what I wish for and grateful for the blessings we receive.

Announcing Pam Burks, a MountainBrook Resident, as your Referral Agent, and your connection to the “New” First-class Independent, Assisted Living, Memory Care Community

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Strike Up The BandMountainBrook Residents: Dust off your musical instruments and

join the MBV Concert Band for the 2017-2018 season.We will rehearse on November 2 & 9 at 2:00 pm in the Superstition

Center for the Veterans Day celebration. We have been asked to play a 20-minute concert of patriotic music at 12:30 pm for the Veterans Day Parade.

Please let us know if you will be able to play for that concert.Regular rehearsals will be at 2 pm on Thursdays in the Superstition

Center beginning November 16. Our upcoming concerts are January 28 and March 25, 2018 at 3 pm.

Welcome back to all of you and if you have any questions call us at 480-671-9828. Donna & John Read

HERITAGE Annual Potluck November 19th

The Ethnic Dinner Group is sponsoring the 3rd annual HERITAGE Potluck November 19 at 4 p.m. in the Superstition Center. Please bring a dish, salad or dessert representative of your HERITAGE to share. Music by Kenny Miller and dancing. Sign up in the Office. Cost $5.00 per person to be paid at event. Any questions please call Nanci Mann 206-790-2677.

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7am Pickleball-A 7am Pickleball-A 7am Pickleball-A 7am Pickleball-A 7am Pickleball-A 7am L/I Aerobics-MPR 8am Tennis Ladies League 7am L/I Aerobics-MPR 8:30am Yoga-MPR 7am L/I Aerobics-MPR 8am Tennis RR 8:30am Bible Study-PV 8am Tennis RR 9am Adult Coloring-SC 8am Tennis RR 8am Pottery-AC 8:30am Yoga-MPR 8am Pottery-AC 9am Ceramics-AC 8am Pottery-AC 9am Ceramics-AC 8:30am Yoga-SS 8:30am Yoga-SS

9am Pickleball-B 9am Coffee & News-SC 9am Pickleball-B 9am Pickleball-B 9am Pickleball-B 9am Beg. MahJongg-SS 9am Pickleball-B 9am Zumba Gold-MPR 9:30am Tai Chi-SS 10am Mexican Train-SS 9:30am Tai Chi-SS 9:30am Nat’l MahJongg-SS 10am Nat’l MahJongg-SS 10am Knitting-MR

12pm Pickleball-A 12pm Pickleball-A 12pm Pickleball-A 12pm Pickleball-A 12pm Pickleball-A 12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS 12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS 12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS 1pm Mixed Bridge-SS 12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS

12:45pm Canasta-SS 12:30pm Men’s Bridge-SS 1pm Game Day-SS 1pm Nat’l MahJongg-SS 12:45pm Canasta-SS 1pm Ladies Bridge-SS 1pm Ladies Pinochle-SS 1pm Wellness Class-MPR 1pm Ornt MahJongg-SS

1pm Nat’l MahJongg-SS 1pm Euchre-SS 1pm Bunco-SS

1pm Woodcarving-OAC 2pm Pickleball-Open 1:30pm Ornt MahJongg-SS 1pm Wii Bowling-MPR 1pm Mexican Train-SS 1pm Move It Mon-MPR 5pm Social-SC 2pm Pickleball-Open 1pm TX Hold’em-SS 1pm Ball/Mat Class-MPR 2pm Pickleball-Open 6:30pm Dup Bridge-SS 7pm Card Bingo-MR 2pm Pickleball-Open 2pm Pickleball-Open 3pm Bocce Ball 6:30pm Darts-MPR 7pm Pinochle-SS

4pm Whine & Cheese-SC

EAST POOL SATURDAY ROOM KEY SUNDAY WEST POOL

6am Lap Swim 7am Pickleball-A Superstition Center-SC 1pm Ornt. MahJongg-SS 6am Lap Swim

8am Adult Swim 8am Pottery-AC Sunset-SS 3pm Chess-SS 8am Ladies Aquacise 10am Adult & Children 3 & Above 9am Pickleball-B Mesquite Room-MR 9am Aquacise

2pm Adult Swim 1pm Scrabble-MR Art Center-AC 10am Adult Swim 4:30pm Adult & Children 3 & Above 2pm Pickleball-Open Palo Verde Room-PV

2:30pm Water Volleyball

6:30pm Adult Swim Multi-Purpose Room-MPR 4:30pm Adult Swim

Ocotillo Arts/Crafts-OAC

MountainBrook Village Weekly Activities

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Monthly Upcoming Events

NOW WHAT… MEN’S LET’S DO

LUNCH LADIES

LET’S DO LUNCH BUS TRIP NEW THIS SEASON!

Workshop

11/9 – “Preparing for the Unexpected” Long Term Care Free @ 1pm- MC

11/6 - Meet @ 11:30am

Four Peaks Brewing 1348 E. 8th St.

Tempe

10/16 - Meet @ 11:30am

The Perch 232 S. Wall St.

Chandler

Ft. McDowell Casino 6:30am

MBV Bus Pick-up 10/25,

11/8,11/29,12/6,12/27 Sign up in office

Practice Line Dance Start 11/7 - FREE

w/Mike, Ann & Jan Exercise Dance Start 11/9 - FREE

Thanksgiving Dinner Volunteer Sign up is

now!

COYOTE COUPON BOOKS ARE HERE $20

12/4 - Meet @ 11:30am

BJ’S Brewery 6622 Superstition

Spring Blvd. Mesa

Dillard’s Fashion Show

10/23 - 9am-Noon Ladies Day Out Meet San Tan

Village Sign up in Office

Sun’s vs Heat 11/8 @ 7pm Tickets $53

Rsvp-480-288-3770 G.C. RV & Golf

Basic County Dance Start 12/7 - FREE

w/Shirley

Quick Glance Dance Parties SAVE THE DATE HEALTH & WELLNESS Fitness & Fun

Welcome Back Breakfast

10/31 – Free 8-10am

Music: Guilty Pleasures

11/4 - GC Business Fair & Holiday Showcase Doors open at 9am

Fright Night Dance

10/27 - Friday 6:30pm

Tickets $7 ON SALE NOW

11/10 - Celebrate

America - $5 Eric The Entertainer SALE STARTS 10/16

Art Classes Tuesdays Nov.-Mar.

8:30-11:30am $20 - Starts 11/7

Water Color Class

11/16 - Thursdays

1:30-4pm 5wks $75

Contour Drawing Journal

w/Jen

Multi-Purpose Room

1pm – Free 10/18 Meditation

10/25 Balance

11/1 Chair Stretch

Workouts

Monday & Friday MPR

1PM - FREE Beginner Workout

Zumba Gold

Every Wednesday 9am - MPR

$5

11/11 - Veterans Day $10/VETARENS FREE

ON SALE 10/16

11/18 - Art Fair TABLES ON SALE NOW

11/23 - Thanksgiving $13

ON SALE 10/30

12/15 - Festival of

Lights $7 Desert Reign Band SALE STARTS 11/20

Pool Party 10/18 - Wednesday

5-7pm Tickets Free

Entertainment by: Chuck Pitts

11/08 Meditation

11/15 Save a life

Workshop

*FREE MOVIE NIGHT* 6:30pm @ Sunset Ctr 10/22 - The Judge 10/29 - No Country for Old Men

12/1 & 2 - VV Concert ON SALE 11/6

12/09 - Garage Sale

12/10 - Holiday Party $10

ON SALE 11/13

12/31 - New Year’s Eve

$40 Snake Eyes

Sale starts 12/4

Make sure you Stop by the office

and do your change of address

form

Flu Shots

11/14 – Tuesday By Walgreens

@ Coffee & News

Blood Drive

10/30 @ 9am-2pm Superstition Center

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This, That & Other Things

Just in case ya didn’t know... (and remember, anything you might see

under This, That and Other Things is always just for fun. We have all been thru too much to take anything too seriously)

Minnesota became the 32nd state on May 11, 1858 and was originally settled by a lost tribe of Swedes seeking refuge from the searing heat of Wisconsin ‘s winters.

Minnesota gets its name from the Sioux Indian word “mah-nee-soo-tah,” meaning, “No, really...!!!! They eat fish soaked in lye.”

The state song of Minnesota is “Someday the Vikings will... Aw, never mind.”

The Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota covers 9.5 million square feet and has enough space to hold 185,000 idiot teenagers yapping away on cell phones.

Madison, Minnesota is known as “the lutefisk capital of the world.” Avoid this city at all costs.

“The Mary Tyler Moore Show” was set in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and was Mary’s first real acting job since leaving the “Dick van Dyke Show”. The show about a single woman’s struggle to find happiness in the big city was originally titled “Life Without Dick,” but that was changed for some reason.

Downtown Minneapolis has an enclosed skyway system covering 52 blocks, allowing people to live, work, eat, and sleep without ever going outside. The only downside to this is that a Swede occasionally turns up missing.

Cartoonist Charles M. Shultz was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and grew up in St. Paul. He was the only artist to accurately depict the perfectly circular heads of Minnesota natives.

The Hormel Company of Austin, Minnesota produces 6 million cans of Spam a year, even though no one actually eats it. Spam is a prized food in Japan & Hawaii--Spam sushi!!

Minnesota license plates are blue & white and contain the phrase “Blizzards on the 4th of July - you get used to it.”

Frank C. Mars, founder of the Mars Candy Co. was born in Newport, Minnesota. His 3 Musketeers candy bar originally contained three bars in one wrapper, each filled with a different flavor of nougat -chocolate, Spam and lutefisk.

Tonka trucks continue to be manufactured in Minnetonka, Minnesota, despite the thousands of GI Joe dolls killed by them annually in rollover accidents. No airbags, no seat belts. These things are deathtraps, I tell ya!

Author Laura Ingalls Wilder was raised at Walnut Grove, Minnesota, and was famous for writing the “Little House” series of books, as well as inventing the “Spam diet” which consists of

looking at a plate of Spam until you lose your appetite. Much like the “lutefisk diet”

The snowmobile was invented in Roseau, Minnesota so as to allow families a means of attending 4th of July picnics

Minnesotans are almost indistinguishable from Wisconsinites. The only way to tell them apart is to ask if they voted for Mondale in ‘84.

Now... it’s up to you to forward this to all your friends If one of them does not forward it to others, he/she will be given an entrance pin to attend the Eelpout Festival in Walker, MN....in February --

Cold is a relative thing ya know.... At 65 degrees, Arizonans turn on the heat.

People in Minnesota plant gardens. At 60, Californians shiver uncontrollably.

People in Minnesota sunbathe. At 50, Italian & English cars won’t start.

People in Minnesota drive with the windows down.

At 40, Georgians don coats, thermal underwear, gloves, wool hats. People in Minnesota throw on a flannel shirt.

At 35, New York landlords finally turn up the heat. People in Minnesota have the last cookout before it gets cold.

At 30, People in Miami all die. Minnesotans close their windows.

At 0, Californians fly away to Mexico. People in Minnesota get out their winter coats.

At 10 below zero, Hollywood disintegrates. The Girl Scouts in Minnesota are selling cookies door to door.

At 20 below, Washington DC runs out of hot air. (Ya think? Nah.). People in Minnesota let their dogs sleep indoors.

At 30 below, Santa Claus abandons the North Pole. Minnesotans get upset because they can’t start the snowmobile.

At 40 below, ALL atomic motion stops. People in Minnesota start saying...”Cold enough for ya, eh?”

At 50 below, hell freezes over. Minnesota public schools will open 2 hours late.

COMING SOON – NEW MOUNTAINBROOK PHONE BOOK

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In The Territoryby Mike Karr

There is a relatively new museum in Scottsdale that is very deserving of your patronage. The “Western Spirit, Scottsdale’s Museum of the West” opened in an architecturally distinctive building in 2015 at First Street and Marshall Way. The 43,000 square foot structure is divided into an auditorium and eight exhibit spaces where exhibits from different collectors and institutions are rotated so there is always something new and different to enjoy.

The day we were there it was 110 degrees outside and in the courtyard which featured several spectacular sculptures, but it was very comfortable strolling through the museum while reading and listening to descriptions of the various exhibits. One area was devoted to posters advertising old western movies with numerous John Wayne banners. Another section surrounded us with exquisite saddles, spurs, sheriff’s badges, cattle whips and “wanted” dead or alive posters. Other exhibits featured famous western artists and sculptors with an emphasis on the history and unique stories of the 19 states of the American West. Special emphasis was placed on Native American paintings and Lewis and Clark’s exploratory trip to the West Coast. The gift shop features distinctively designed western merchandise such as pottery, western rugs, books, belts and hats.

To add to your Western Adventures, this museum should definitely be included in your explorations of historical and interesting places to visit “In The Territory”. Check their website at www.scottsdalemuseumwest.org for hours of operation and what’s on display the day you plan your next “adventure”. You can check Trip Advisor to see what others think about this award-winning museum.

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Artist of the MonthWes StevenWes has been carving for 30 years

and is mostly self-taught. He says our group, The MountainBrook Chippers, meets on Mondays at 1:00 pm in the Fine Arts Room in the Ocotillo Center. It is an informal group and they welcome newcomers. Everyone is willing to share their knowledge and help each other. Newcomers need not bring any tools until they are comfortable that “widdlin” is for them. Please visit the display case in the library to view some of his beautiful carvings.

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CLASSES, GROUPS & CLUBS

Ladies Bridge Meets every Monday at 1:00pm in Sunset Center. Potluck at noon

on the first Monday of the month. Sign up one week ahead and walk-ins are welcome. Questions: Barbara Osborn 480-982-9408.

Men’s BridgeMeets every Tuesday, starting October 10th, at 1:00 in the Sunset

Center. We welcome new players, expect a lot of laughs. For more information, call Rich Huseman, 480-288-5378

Mixed Bridge Is both couples and singles, no partner necessary. We meet every

Thursday at 1pm in the Sunset Center. You can sign up one week in advance and walk-ins are welcome. Call Elaine Valenti @ 671-1686.

Social Duplicate Bridge Meets every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm in the Sunset Center.

Come play with a friendly group. Call Marie Valburg @ 474-8992.

CanastaCome join us. We play every Monday from 12:45pm – 4pm in

Sunset Center A. Call JoAnn Skow at 671-3298.

KNITTINGWe meet every Tuesday at 10am in the Mesquite Room. We

welcome all levels of knitters and even people who think they might like to learn how to knit. Call Judi at 314-435-1552.

The Famous Cooney Men's Golf League

Plays every Monday morning at MountainBrook Golf Course. We have group rates. Chet Haines at 671-1066 or email lipsnlaw@aol.com.

THE ABRAMS' MEN'S GOLF GROUP

Plays on Wednesdays at the MountainBrook Golf Course. Call Lonnie B @ 972-352-9654

Ladies Nine Hole GolfMonday 8:00 am, Gold Canyon Sidewinder. Please call Marlies

@ 480-983-3122

Helping HandsLoretta Milton

We are a group of volunteers who live in MBV and help our residents on a temporary basis. We have been assisting with medical transportation, grocery shopping and caregiver support for many years. We also have a list of medical equipment and child care equipment for loan. There is a card holder in the office with residents’ names and numbers for you to contact. If you would like additional information, please call Loretta Milton and leave a message at 480-474-9958.

Low Impact Aerobics and MoreJoann J.

We are here year round! Come join us for low impact aerobics in the Ocotillo Center from 7-8am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Joann J. 983-9620.

MBV Pottery ClubScheduled studio times are Monday-Wednesday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to

4:30 p.m. throughout the year. The membership fee to join the MBV Pottery Club is $25.00 annually. If interested in either workshops or membership, call or email John Backes at 218-573-3626 or jsbackes@yahoo.com.

Tuesday National Mah JonggAll day Tuesday in the Sunset Center starting at 9:30am.

BRIDGE WITH MBV

GOLF WITH MBVClasses, Groups and ClubsClasses, Groups or Clubs returning for the season,

remember to resubmit your information (150 words or less) to the Mountaineer at mountaineer@mbvaz.org. If you want the information on the MBV Website, send the information to webteam@mbvaz.org. Please remember that ALL Classes,

Groups and Clubs are responsible for submitting information to either or both sites when they return and removing it when they leave, including any updates throughout the season. The

office also needs to be notified of ALL the Classes, Groups and Clubs schedules to keep their records up to date.

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Tennis Talk by Betsey Baker

Welcome back MountainBrook tennis players !Returning and new players ready to join, here are the dates you need

to be aware of for registering to play league-- Monday Women’s League begins October 30: contact Alice Reuter

at 612-396-8042.- Tuesday Women’s League play begins October 17th: contact Kathie

Baken 831-334-5249.- Wednesday Men’s League play begins November 1st; contact John

Scharrer 719-649-5388.- Mixed Doubles League play begins November 10th: contact Roy

Thompson 480-288-5314.- Round Robin play continues every Monday, Wednesday, Friday

from 8-10 am. Welcome all newcomers, and all levels of players.All 3 courts are available for play, but please reserve in advance.

Sign-up sheets located at the tennis bulletin board at the north end of the courts. New-comers who would like more information about playing tennis with the MountainBrook Village Tennis Club, please contact our President Diana Hager 480-292-0462. See YOU on the courts !

PICKLEBALL NEWS by Bud Morrison

Stop by the courts any morning and watch and listen to the fun being had by all. We think you’ll want to play too. New players are always welcome and lessons will be provided.

MBV CERAMICS and GLASSThe winter season is starting and we have many classes in the works

for both ceramics and glass. October classes are as follows: 12th Ceramics pumpkin covered candy dish; 19th glass swirl bowl; and 26th glass pendants. November classes are as follows: 2nd ceramic autumn plate; 9th glass holly bowl; 16th ceramic candy cane covered dish; 30th glass project. Sign-up sheets with pictures will be available in the office. Classes are limited to 12 unless otherwise noted. Instructors for glass bottle slumping and glass fusion are available Tuesday mornings, Tuesday afternoons are reserved for ceramics with instructors available. Thursday mornings are open workshops unless a class is scheduled; Thursday afternoons are open.

Fairway Vista’s HOA Gene Menne, Board President

Fall is in the air and we hope to see everyone back in AZ sooner rather than later. A short HOA meeting was held 8/24/17 to meet our new home owner’s association, Associa representative, Charlene Gum. Going forward into the winter months our meetings will be held the 4th Thursday of each month. Hope to see lots of friendly faces at our future meetings.

Ladies BuncoWe play 4 times a month, every Thursday at 1pm with the exception

of the first Thursday of the month. We meet in the Sunset Center, Room C. Call Arlene at 288-8011 for information.

Texas Hold’emTexas Hold’em is played in the Sunset Room on Monday,

Wednesday, Friday and the second Sunday at 12:30pm. Ladies play on Tuesday 12:30pm and Thursday at 1:00pm. There is a potluck and Texas Hold’em Tournament once a month on the last Sunday of the month at 10:00am

Get fit with Zumba “Gold” fitness.

Want to have a great time exercising to music? Come join Kristina leading you in a fun way to get fit every Wednesday at 9:00 am in the Multipurpose Room in the Ocotillo Center. Zumba “Gold” fitness is modified for the older participant and synchronized to music with a Latin beat. We work on the core and balance along with strengthening. Put on some comfortable shoes and come join in. Members and guest are welcome. Cost is $5.00. Any questions, call Kristina at 541-788-8965.

PinochleBarb Hofmeister

The Thursday evening group meets in the Sunset Room 6:30 and begins at 7 p.m. For lessons or brushing up call me at 480-288-9745. I will meet you in the Sunset Room at 6:00.

The Tuesday Ladies’ Pinochle ended the month of April with a record number of games being set. Playing starts at 1:00. For lessons or brushing up come at 12:15. Call 480-761-4030 to make sure someone will be there to teach you.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY by Nancy BozekI stopped at the library recently and found a group of books on the

bench, outside in front of the office. Earlier this summer the same thing happened on a weekend. We realize that the office is closed on weekends but your FOB should let you in through the main doors. If for some reason the FOB does not work on that door, please go around to the side entrance and try it there. The weather conditions are unpredictable this time of year and we would hate to see damage done to the books because of weather.

We are very grateful for your continued support of our library. We have had overwhelming donations during this summer and we do appreciate your generosity. Thank You.

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Book Discussionby Peggy Malsom

Do you live next door to a grumpy old man? Do you suspect there is a heart of gold under the grouchy exterior? Join us for the first book discussion of the season to discover the “feel-good story” that has taken the world by storm. A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman explores the impact of one man’s life on his neighbors. Carl and Mary Scheie will lead the discussion. It is not necessary to have read the book to attend. Circle November 8 on your calendar and get ready to fall in love with a crusty curmudgeon. Just to be clear, Ove is the curmudgeon, not Carl. MBV Book Discussion meets the second Wednesday of every month November-April in the Mesquite Room at 1 o’clock.

MBV HikingJoin us for exciting hiking in our beautiful mountain/desert

landscape. We hike to features including caves, vistas, historical sites, canyons, and waterfalls.

There are four weekly opportunities to hike, with various levels of expertise.

All Levels, Tuesday – 7:00AM hike to Silly Mountain from Sunset Center parking lot. Loop hike returning for 9:00 coffee and news at Superstition Center.

Level 1, Wednesday – 2 hours hike in/out on gentle terrain with elevation gains up to 500ft.

Level 2, Friday – 3 hours in/out, varied terrain with elevation gains up to 1500ft.

Level 3, Thursday – 5 to 7 hours, 6 to 15 miles, on terrain with elevation gains up to 2500ft. Sections could include steep uphill and downhill including loose rocks and boulders.

Levels 1 & 2, optional stop at a local eatery after the hike. Level 3, bring own lunch to eat on the trail. Sign up at the MBV office for weekly email of scheduled hikes. If

you have any questions, call Keith at 480-288-4338.

MBV Supper ClubMBV Supper Club is looking for new couples for the coming

year, 2018. We meet in homes on the second (or sometimes the 3rd) Saturday of each month, January through October. Full-time residents will host twice, and part-time members will host once. Complete menus for each month are put together by a committee, then printed by Ray’s Printing to be distributed in book form at the annual Supper Club Potluck. If you enjoy meeting new people, please join us at the Potluck in the Sunset Room on Saturday November 4th. Sign-up sheet will be in the office. Please call Marcia Ritenour for any questions, at

480-288-6627 or email marciakritenour@gmail.com

MountainBrook Chess ClubLove the game? Want to Learn? Please join us for friendly Chess

play in the Sunset Center, Room A, on Sundays at 3 pm. We provide mentoring and guaranteed fun. For more information, please contact Pam Lane-Garon @ 559-260-3379.

“Stampin Up with Carol”- This is a monthly greeting card class. This class is for new and

experienced stampers. All products except for adhesive & scissors will be provided. The classes will be Nov. 2nd & 3rd, Dec. 13th & 14th, Jan. 17th & 18th, Feb. 15th & 16th, March 14th & 15th and April 18th & 19th. Cost is $16.00 and you will create 4 all occasion cards using Stampin Up products. A Christmas card only class will be held on Wednesday, November 15t.h.. at at a cost of $22.00 and you will make 8 cards, 4 each of 2 different designs. Sign-up sheet is in the office for the next class until the Saturday before. If you need to sign up after that or have any questions, please contact me at 708-612-9112 or email at cmc1055@att.net. Classes are held in the Ocotillo Center’s Fine Arts Room at 1:00.

Ladies Bible Study GroupIt is with great delight I invite all ladies to join the Ladies Bible Study

Group that meets each Monday at 9 a.m. The first Monday of each month we meet in the Palo Verde Room. The second Monday of each month we meet in the Mesquite Room. The third & fourth Mondays we meet back in the Palo Verde Room. Please join us in the study of God’s Word. Questions? Call Eunice DeKonty 480-983-1665.

COME JOIN US FOR FRIENDLY CHESS PLAY ON Sundays in the Sunset Room at 3 PM

Gold Canyon Business Fair & Holiday ShowcaseBy Pam Burks

Superstition Center & Sunset Center5782 S. MountainBrook Dr., Gold Canyon AZ 85118Saturday, 11/4/20179am-1pmTwo amazing events in one day! Local Retail Venders and

Holiday Shopping!Entertainment by: “Color Me Music”Start your Day with coffee and treats at the “Gecko Espresso”

Café on site at the Superstition CenterANNOUNCING The “CHEESEE WAGON”Serving an amazing menu on the patio of the Superstition CenterSandwiches served on local Artisan breadGrilled Cheese with Roma Tomato, Grilled Herb Chicken, Chicken

quesadilla, Steak quesadilla, Philly steak sandwich, along with daily specials and soups

Talented vocalist/recording artist “Tina Vale” will perform live on the patio of the Superstition Center

Nationally acclaimed Mural Artist/Painter “Gina Ribaudo” will create a “Gina Ribaudo Original” to be raffled off at the event!

Enjoy a tasty Gecko Espresso beverage and pastry inside the Superstition Center, and on the patio, enjoy lunch from “The Cheesee Wagon”

There will be a chance to win valuable door prizes at both events, Valued at $25 or more! Walgreens will be providing Flu Shots “Books Are Fun” will be selling FUN! Books, gifts and so much

more on the Patio of the Superstition Center! I find something every year that I just can’t live without!

Sunland Productions will be returning to the Gold Canyon Golf Resort this Fall Offering New and Exciting Live Entertainment and Fine Dining! Purchase your tickets at the Business Fair, they will be located on the patio of Superstition Center. You won’t want to miss out on the High Energy! Swinging! Dancing! Good Times!

Will bring the store to you, for an unlimited choice of blinds and window coverings for the inside and outside of your home

Look for new & interesting businesses along with all your favorites.Don’t start that home maintenance or home improvement

project, plan a vacation, or select new services before attending

the Business Fair, because many of the vendors will be offering additional event specials and raffles at their own tables!

Start or finish your Holiday Shopping at the “Holiday Showcase” located at the Sunset Center

Businesses wanting to participate in this event, please call Pam Burks 480-214-5555

Introducing Maximized Living of the East Valley

Dr. Dusty and Dr. Tecla FullerMeet Doctors Dusty and Tecla Fuller who believe by

integrating Nerve Supply, Nutrition, Exercise, Detoxification, and mindset, through the 5 Essentials, will give you the keys to unlock the life and longevity you deserve.

Visit their display to learn about the 5 Essentials, at their TV table, along with a free screening and educational information

Shopping locally benefits Gold Canyon, Apache Junction and our surrounding communities, and keeps our local businesses open and prosperous!

Join in the FUN!

Color Me Music, Gina & Tina, Lisa & John Engelage owners, Mike Sullivan owner

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MountainBrook Village MountaineerMOUNTAINEER Staff:Diana Jensen, Editor; Marilee Pritchard,

Pam Burks and Helen Sutt. Regular contributors Barb Haag and Linda Ammerman, photographer.

Procedure for submission: * Articles (500 words or less, using Times New Roman 11) should be emailed to mountaineer@mbvaz.org . Please do not type the article in the email, attach it as a document.

MBV resident personal ads (i.e., for sale, for rent, wanted) can also be emailed or left at the office. ( MBV resident/commercial ads must be placed through Ray’s Printing.) Deadline for all submissions is the 25th of the month.

*Mountaineer articles and photos may have to be edited or eliminated as space allows. Editor will edit for proper content when necessary.

Board of DirectorsPeter Cavoto, President ........................................... 847-989-1564Janet Swaim, Vice President .................................... 509-594-0022Tami Tack, Treasurer, Non Director ......................... 480-982-8299Pam Ingram, Secretary ............................................. 480-982-5213Wayne Walworth, Director ........................................480-299-0811Jan Pitts, Director ..................................................... 256-218-1765Mountaineer Editor - Diana Jensen ....................... 630-546-4018Activity Office ......................................................... 480-983-5555Lifestyle Director - Jennifer McGraw ................... 480-983-5555Community Manager - Suzanne Murray ............... 480-983-5555Assistant Mgr/Covenants - Debbie O’Brien ......... 480-983-5555

Fairway Vista Mgt - Charlene Gum ...................... 480-288-8335Pinnacle Vista Mgt - Wendy Burton .......................... 480-983-1010Activities Committee - Claudia Vaughan ............... 480-983-3425Architectural Committee - Peter Cavoto............... 847-989-1564Budget & Finance Committee - Tami Tack .......... 480-982-8299Building & Grounds - Larry England .................... 480-474-9180Communications-Chris Bukovac ........................... 480-577-4309Caring Corner - Arlene Pytko .................................480-288-8011Planning Committee - Keith Charpentier ..............480 288-4338Elections - Mike Worthy ......................................... 480-982-0062

Aerobics of the Mind Paul Cechovic ........ (480) 288-6976 Artist of the Month David Larsen ......... (307) 632-1703 Astronomy Bill Frazer ............. (480) 983-7440 Band Donna Read ........... (480) 671-9828 Bible Study, Ladies Eunice DeKonty .... (480) 983-1665 Billiards/Pool Dick Brennan ........ (480) 983-8168 Bingo Bob & Joan Archer (480) 288-0891 Bocce Ball Carol Adkins ......... (303) 881-4857 Book Discussion Char Peterson ....... (480) 982-7793 Bowling (Tues) Janice Ratcliff ....... (480) 671-0141 Bridge, Duplicate Marie Valburg ....... (480) 474-8992 Bridge, Ladies Barb Osborn ......... (480) 982-9408 Bridge, Men’s Rich Huseman ....... (480) 288-5378 Bridge, Mixed Elaine Valenti ........ (480) 671-1686 Bunco Arlene Pytko ......... (480) 288-8011 Canasta JoAnn Skow .......... (480) 671-3298 Card Bingo Don Lorenzi ........... (480) 983-6971 Ceramics J. Christopherson ... (651) 341-3648 Chess Bill Vallicella ......... (480) 288-6727 Computer Class Chris Bukovac ...... (480) 577-4309 Crocheting Class Dorothy Wolter ..... (480) 983-1672 Darts John Kloosterman (480) 288-2388 Game Day Joyce Schenck ....... (480) 982-7518 GC Democrats David Coward ....... (480) 678-1756 GC Lions Loretta Milton ....... (480) 474-9958 GC Republicans Pam Burks ............. (480) 214-5555 Helping Hands Loretta Milton ....... (480) 474-9958 Hiking Keith Charpentier (480) 288-4338 Knitting (Tues) Judi Clinite ............ (314) 435-1552 Ladies Aquacise (8 am) Joyce Schenck ....... (480) 982-2518 Ladies Aquacise (9 am) Isolde Weilnhammer (480) 671-1439 Line Dancing Linda Rohrbach .... (701) 202-6038 Low Impact Aerobics Joann J. ................. (480) 983-9620

Mah Jongg (Mon-N) Sharon Penrod ..... (602) 320-2278Mah Jongg (Tue-N) Judy Bieganski ..... (480) 671-8363Mah Jongg (Wed & Sun-O) Geri Leake ............ (480) 474-2126Mah Jongg (Thurs-O) Ester Brock – ........ (541) 543-9015Mah Jongg (Thurs-N) Gail Street ............ (605) 949-4534Mah Jongg (Fri-N) Ginny Rauguth .... (480) 288-0579 MBV Pottery Club David Gaiser ......... (480) 983-8464 Men’s Round Table James Zetting ........(480)-983-4889 Mexican Train Carol Perez ............ (303) 588-3041 Photo Editing Len Broz ................ (480) 671-4651 Pickleball Bud Morrison ........ (317) 407-9786 Pilates Video Jan Grant .............. (605) 929-8719 Pinochle Barb Hofmeister ... (480) 288-9745 Pinochle, Ladies Sharon Hanson ..... (480) 415-0859 Poker Ken Amundsen ...... (480) 671-1643 Quilters Superstition Mt. Alice Watkins ........ (480) 671-8663 Scrabble Mary Peters ........... (480) 671-1680 Social Hour Arlene Pytko ......... (480) 288-8011 Softball 55/65 Myles Ginther ....... (480) 298-3761 Stampin Up w/Carol Carol Cramer ....... (708) 612-9112 Supper Club Marcia Ritenour ... (480) 577-5466 Tai Chi Chih Lovena Warren ..... (480) 671-7444 Tennis Diana Hager .......... (480) 292-0462 Texas Hold’em Charlene Wenzel ... (480) 288-7171 Village Players Jim Mosier ............. (480) 570-2281 Village Voices Sue Kench .............. (989) 859-1724 Water Volleyball Dianna Krueger .... (480) 671-9709 Website Chris Bukovac ...... (480) 577-4309 Wii Bowling William Sandell ..... (623) 698-9600 Wine Club Paul Cechovic ........ (480) 288-6976 Woodcarving Wesley Stevens ...... (480) 982-3809 Yoga Elfrieda Rost ........ (602) 363-0108

For Your ConveniencePlease contact Chris at communications@mountainbrookvillage.org with any changes | Revised 6/15/2016

Activities and ClubsPlease contact Chris at communications@mountainbrookvillage.org with any changes | Revised 5/15/17

STANDING MEETING SCHEDULE

Board of Directors - Last Tuesday 9:30am-SCActivities Committee - Second Monday 9:00am-MR Architectural Committee - Alt. Thursday 9:30am-PV Budget & Finance - Thursday before BOD 2:00pm-PV Buildings & Grounds - First Tuesday 1:00pm-PV Communications Committee - First Thursday 9:00am-LCRPlanning Committee - Second Monday 2:00pm-MRCommittee Chairs - Second Wednesday 1:00pm-PVBoard Workshop - Tuesday Before BOD 9:30am-SCDesign & Decor - First Thursday at 9:30 am in MR

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MountainBrook Marketplace

DentalSuperstition Mtn. Dental .........(480) 671-7777

InvestmentsEdward Jones ...........................(480) 983-7932

InsuranceHealth Markets ................ (480) 6863-4653

Garage Door Repair

repairphoenixgaragedoor.com480.630.3800

Heating & CoolingWestern Air Control .......... (602) 404-1144

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NOTE: One free Ad, of 20 words or less, for 30 days for MBV residents. ADS MUST BE RESUBMITTED EACH MONTH. Classified ads are to be submitted to the MountainBrook Activity Office. Ad may be subject to editing. Due date is the 25th of the month.

Business/commercial ads for residents and nonresidents are available for purchase through Ray’s Printing, 480-982-3087.

For Sale

Beautiful 2007 Winnebago Outlook 25F, 26’ length. ONLY 52,500 miles. Price is firm $35,000. For more details, call Joan at 480-288-0891.

2006 EZ-GO Golf Cart: Excellent condition, new batteries, custom wheels, custom dash, console, folding windshield, full custom cover. $2,950. 505-793-3443

Portable Oxygen Concentrator: Inogen One G2, 2 batteries, carrying bag and pull cart. Also nebulizer, all instructions included. $1,000. 630-379-8421.

For Rent

MBV: Totally renovated, 2BR, 2BA, extended patio w/phenomenal views. November 2017 thru Jan 31, 2018. 30 day min. 480-964-3774.

2 BR/2 BA Golf course home. Fireplace, extended patio w/BBQ. No smoking or pets. Avail. now thru Nov 30, 2017. Apr 1, 2018 forward. 30 day min. 480-287-3907.

MBV house for rent: Now – Dec 13 2017; May 2018 – Jan 2019. May – Sep $1,800 mo.; Oct – Dec $2,400 mo. (plus elec) Dogs OK. 30 day min. 360-395-5070.

On golf course: Large 3BR 2BA. Newly remodeled, well equipped. Avail 10/1 $3,000 mo. plus utilities. 503-949-6059 503-949-5767 sdturner73@aol.com

MBV home for rent: 2017-2018 Winter season. Looking for 4 + month renter. 2BR 2 BA complete. Don 406-839-4424 DJRTRIGGER@AOL.COM

Large 3BR 2BA Home: On 18th fairway Sidewinder golf course. Available Nov., Dec., and April. Call for details and pics. Stan 503-949-6059

On Golf Course: 2BR 2BA Avail 1-6 mo. $3,200.00 mo. Golf cart included. No smoking/pets.. Donna 231-598-5675

Service

MBV In Home Pet Sitting - year-round – schedules 1-4 visits a day inc walking. 630-546-4018.

Going on a trip? Need a place for your dogs or cats to stay? 480-983-3122.

Have a flat tire on your golf cart? Same day repair. Annual check-ups, repairs, updating, or questions. Call Chuck 630-546-4018

Medicare questions? Need help?

Call 480-686-4653.

Are you looking for someone to watch your home while you’re away for the summer? Call Pete. 480-982-2850.

Need computer help? I fix them and can train you. Chris/Conquering Computers 480-577-4309.

Need help with caring for a loved one? Cheri CNA. 480-982-8312.

Handy Woman. Afraid to let just any man into your home to help with household needs? Call me first. Jesika 480-980-0548.

Protect your vehicle from the Arizona sun. I wax cars. 480-599-8609.

Wanted

Helping Hands in need of infant and childcare equipment from those willing to loan to their neighbor. Log in the Activity Office. 480-474-9958.

Helping Hands in need of volunteers willing to transport clients to the doctors or shopping. Available? Call 480-474-9958.

Heating & Cooling

Landscaping

TODD’S TREE & YARDSERVICES

Complete Landscape Trimming & Removal

Replace/Repair: Sprinklers/Timers/Drip Systems/Clean-ups/Hauling of Anything

Plumbing

CANYON PLUMBINGAffordable Repairs

LICENSED AZ PLUMBER NO. 20493

Real Estate

Danny Baker, Realtor®

480.239.5046danny.baker@century21.com

Office (480) 776-0001

Roofing

Salon

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