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On sale now: Golden Vista 18 month calendar featuring photos taken by our very own residents. Cost: $10 Proceeds go to the: Apache Junction Food Bank

Labor Day Steak Fry Sept. 2: Must buy tickets by Aug. 29

PROJECT HELP is part of the Apache Junction School District & is in need of school supplies for the less fortunate children attending school in the district. If you have items to donate to the children, please drop them off at the Activities Office.

HUGE FIRST DAY TICKET SALES!

Orders came in by phone, in person & on line beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Aug. 1.Two volunteers and two staff worked tirelessly to man the counter, phones, and online orders. Every effort was made to accommodate requests.* *The current computer program doesn’t allow for an email response indicating which seats were saved for you.

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January 15: Dolly Parton Tribute

Karen Hester is one of the most sought after Dolly Parton Tribute artists in the world! Direct from Nashville, Ms. Hester sings the greatest hits by one of the most popular country artists of all time featuring a live country band!

Sat. January 25 Deluxe Hillbilly Band

35th Anniversary! Show & Dinner

Hillbilly Deluxe is a high energy band that will bring the giddy up. This group of well accomplished musicians, has the vocal and instrumental versatility to cover any style, genre or artist. Our song list includes Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, George Strait, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Miranda Lambert, Pat Benetar, The Rolling Stones, Journey and more.

Dinner: Baby Back ribs, seasoned baked chicken, baked beans, corn on the cob, corn bread, apple cobbler, lemonade & coffee. ****Special Ticket Pricing: Anniversary Dinner & Show $35. Show only $25. All seats are reserved.****

January 30: Elton John Tribute ROCKET MAN, The Early Elton John Tribute Direct from Chicago. Colte Julian's electrifying tribute to the great Elton John features a live band, backup singers and all of Elton’s greatest hits including Rocket Man, Bennie and the Jets, Don't Go Breaking My Heart, Crocodile Rock, Candle in the Wind & many more!

February 5: Return to Woodstock

From a dairy farm in upstate New York to a stage near you, re-live 3 days of PEACE and LOVE in just two hit-filled hours! Watch authentic performances of the biggest and most iconic songs from the Woodstock Event! Jimi-Hendrix, Jefferson Airplane, Arlo Guthrie, Janis Joplin, Sha Na Na, Crosby Stills & Nash, CCR, and more! Let the talented cast of entertainers transport you to an incredible era of music, peace, and love!

February 13: One Of These Nights

The Ultimate Tribute to America’s Favorite Band, THE EAGLES! ONE OF THESE NIGHTS promises exactly that….an unforgettable night featuring the music of the Eagles – one of the most successful rock bands of all time!

March 3: Take It Easy 70’s Tribute

TAKE IT EASY, this musical tribute features the greatest hits of the 1970’s from The Eagles, Carole King, James Taylor, Carly Simon, Doobie Brothers, Linda Ronstadt, Bob Dylan, The Byrds, The Doors and many more!

March 12: Tennessee River Alabama Tribute

TENNESSEE RIVER is the first and ONLY tribute band that has the vocal chops to do Alabama’s music justice, with their new hybrid of contemporary cross-over music, bringing a fusion of the rural and urban sounds of modern-day country and blues, with the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll, TENNESSEE RIVER stays true to the essence of Alabama’s music, taking their chart-topping songs and adding their own fresh, modern and unique energy, bringing Alabama’s music alive again for a whole new generation of country music fans.

CONCERT SERIES

In the Ballroom

November 9: Dave Karl Totally Kenny & Fiends Tribute: experience a live performance that will take you from the looks and sounds of Kenny Rogers to the voices of Walter Brennan, Willie Nelson, John Conlee and Elvis Presley

December 14: Valley Vocals Fantastic tour of Broadway and classic standard favorites plus a few holiday numbers from an outstanding talented ensemble.

January 11: Ken Kaz “Unplanned Parenthood” This show has been a hit for hundreds of audiences around the country. Unplanned Parenthood is an uproarious, laugh-out-loud one-man show that will take you along Ken’s journey as a husband and father of three boys. Family-based humor about the ups and downs of raising a family and the need for the grit and grace to survive it.

February 8: Celtic Celebration Marvin Goldstein, an acclaimed pianist of more than 50 years, and vocalist Vanessa Joy, will sing many songs we all know and love, such as classics like “Amazing Grace,” “Celtic Dance,” “Danny Boy,” “Irish Sweet” by Leroy Anderson, and many more.

March 7: Dave & Daphne Country music at its finest! Dave and Daphne, a Nashville duo, perform a high-energy show with Classic Country music roots! Dave is well known for his 10 years on the road as Barbara Mandrell's lead guitarist. Daphne was Southern Gospel Music's Female Vocalist of the Year, having spent many years with the Bill Gaither Southern Gospel Music Conventions.

THE TICKET COUNTER FOR SHOWS & SUPPER CLUB Ticket prices for Concerts are: $20 for 1st 10 rows and $18 for remaining rows. All seats reserved. Ticket price for 35th Anniversary meal & show are: $35 All seats reserved. Ticket price for 35th Anniversary *show only* are: $25 All seats reserved. Ticket prices for Supper Club meal & show are: $22 Reserved Table Seating. Ticket prices for Supper Club *show only* are: $12 NO reserved seating. Ticket prices for New Year’s Eve Dance are: $20 Limited Reserved Table Seating. Order on line www.goldenvistaresort.com

Order in person in the GV Activities Office

Or call into the Activities Office 480.671.1909

PRE-ORDER New Year’s Eve Dance Tickets! Ring in the New Year with Reign-n-Country

New Year’s Eve Dance 8:30 pm—12:30 a.m. Limited Reserved Table Seating.

On sale to the pubic on December 1

What’s Coming This Fall?

The ever popular Dessert Speaker Series! This will be a monthly event taking place in the ballroom, featuring an interesting and informative speaker and a yummy dessert at the conclusion. First guest will be Sheriff Mark Lamb from Pinal County on Thursday November 14th. 7:00 pm. $2 tickets go on sale in October

On Sale Now! Steak Fry Labor Day: $11….deadline Aug. 29

Golden Vista’s 18 month calendar featuring photos taken by our very own residents. Calendar is ONLY $10. Get yours today! Fundraising proceeds going to: The Apache Junction Food Bank

Ticket sales are final. No returns or refunds

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TRIPS & TRAVEL

December 31-January 2: 131st Annual Tournament of Roses Parade $650 pp double, $795 pp single. $100 deposit per person; balance due; final payment due 45 days prior. Deluxe motor coach transportation, 2 night accommodation at the Holiday Inn, breakfast daily, reserved grandstand seating at the Tournament of Roses Parade, viewing of the floats at Victory Park, East Coast New Year’s Eve Dinner (toast at 9pm – midnight East Coast time), Universal City Walk and Hollywood.

January 22-23: Tombstone & Bisbee $275 pp double, $375 pp single. $100 deposit per person; balance due; final payment due 45 days prior. Travel from the Valley to Tombstone, Relive the reality and legends of one of the West's most famous towns. Belly up to the bar in Big Nose Kate's Saloon and walk the streets of the Old Wild West. Famous for its lawmen and bandits, Tombstone was the metropolitan hub of the American West for

its commerce, mining and cattlemen. Continue to Bisbee, a free-spirited place with a thriving arts/music/hospitality scene, amid a remarkably well-preserved historical architectural setting.

January 27-31: Baja Mexico Cruise $595.00 per person/double (inside) $675.00 per person/double (outside). $300 deposit per person; balance due 45 days prior. Board the motor coach and travel from the Phoenix area to Long Beach and board the Carnival Inspiration. Spend three glorious days cruising the Mexican Baja. Mexico might be right down there, but it exists in another world entirely. Experience a whole enchilada’s worth of rich culture and fun on a cruise to Mexico. Ports include Catalina Island and Ensenada Mexico. You will also enjoy all the activities onboard the ship that make cruising so popular!

February 17: Kartchner Caverns $135 per person. Full payment due when reservation made. Travel to Southern Arizona and visit this wonderful, natural attraction. This stunning limestone cave boasts many world-class features that have been protected since the cave was discovered in 1974. Kartchner Cavern is a wet, "live" cave, meaning water percolates from the surface and calcium carbonate features continue to grow in the darkness. A box lunch is included. This Tour Includes: Transportation, tour of Kartchner Caverns, picnic lunch.

March 25-27: Discover Hopi $695 pp double, $895 pp single $100 deposit per person; balance due; final payment due 45 days prior. Visiting Hopi is a unique experience. The Hopi people and their ancestors have lived in the mesa country of the high desert of Arizona for over a thousand years and the current lifestyles and beliefs preserve the unique heritage of the Hopi culture. Visiting Hopi is a privilege and Native guides make the history and culture come alive.

Trips created especially for Golden Vista Residents by Free Spirit Vacations

SEPTEMBER AT-A-GLANCE

Monday, Sept. 2 Labor Day Steak Fry: Order your steak and pick your time: rare, medium or well. Dining at 5 pm or 5:30 pm. Dinner includes steak, baked potato, salad, drink & dessert for only $11 Ticket deadline is Thursday, Aug. 29.

Thursday, Sept. 12 Potluck at 5 pm in the Navajo Room…sign up to bring a dish to share. Activities will supply the drinks

Friday, Sept. 13 Party Bingo at 1 pm in the Navajo Room…bring 50¢ for the final game. Win fabulous prizes!

Tuesday, Sept. 17 Out to lunch at Babbo Italian Eatery, 10726 E Southern (at Signal Butte) Mesa, 85209 at 11:30 am…..sign up on clipboard please.

Friday, Sept. 20 Salad Bar Lunch, 11:30 in the Ballroom. Bring toppings to share; Activities will provide chicken, lettuce & dressing, drinks & dessert. Sign up on clipboard if you plan to attend and indicate your topping. FYI: chips are not a topping.

Tuesday, Sept. 24 Ice cream party in the ballroom; $1 per scoop & you pick the toppings you like.

Friday, Sept. 27 Soup Friday in the ballroom at 11:30 am. Bring $3.50 for the potato bacon soup, roll & cookie. Don’t be late, we might run out.

Every Sept. Wednesday at 4 pm is Happy Hour in the Navajo Room. Bring snacks to share & your own drink. Every Sept. Monday at 9:15 am is Chit Chat in the Navajo Room.