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October 2021

MountainBrook Village Wants You! You are what makes MountainBrook Village a great place to live. What you do, the events you help plan and attend, the activities you are involved with, the committees you join, the meetings you contribute to, friends you make while practicing with the band, theater group or choir, the list goes on and on. Every little thing you do here makes it better for all of us. But you probably didn’t realize that you were writing the story of MountainBrook while you were doing these fun things, did you? Now is your chance to jot it down and become part of history. The MBV History Project is com-piling a timeline of events from the decade 2010 – 2020. We need to hear from you about any-thing and everything you did during that time frame. Don’t worry if there is overlap before or after. That’s okay. We want to hear from you if you participated, planned, or presented in The Follies, Dancing With the Stars, the talent shows, game shows – remember the Not So Newly-wed Game? In fact, we want to hear about your participation in the remodeling process. It was a major time of refurbishing and updating our campus. What part did you play? I’m forgetting a million things that were going on during those years as I type this without referring to my notes. But I hope you get what I’m trying to convey. They were active, vital years. Your stories are going to make The MBV History Project worth reading and remembering if (and I believe only if) your stories are included. You are MountainBrook Vil-lage. So, what I am asking is for you to take a minute to jot down your memories – what you did – during that time frame. Then you have a couple of choices. #1 – write it up to be included or #2 – call or email me and I will come over or meet with you and we will go over your notes together. I can write them up for you. I do this kind of stuff. Together we can put together a history of our place, our beloved MountainBrook, during a really special decade that can be shared and en-joyed. Pictures would also be great. Together we can do this.

Thanks, Peggy Malsom, [email protected], 425-327-0811

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Mountaineer October 2021

The Board approved the following at the September 28, 2021, meeting: ACTIVITY COMMITTEE

Approved the recommendation by the Activity Committee to sell Holiday live wreaths from Sherwood Forest Farms to Mountain-Brook residents as a community fundraiser. The proceeds will be donated to Project Help within the Apache Junction School District. BUILDING & GROUNDS Approved the bid from Galaxy Coatings in the amount of $115,325.00 to be expensed from General Reserves to replace the entire pool decking surface, the outdoor shower pans, and the entry ways to the Mesquite Center from the pool. There is a 15-year war-ranty for the poly aspartic product base. Requested the General Manager to obtain bids from general con-tractors to replace the steppingstones from the west parking lot to the Activity Office with a concrete sidewalk and also add a concrete grill slab for Canyon Cookout on the east side of the sidewalk on the east side of the Superstition Center. The current stepping stones create a possible tripping hazard. This project may be combined with possible concrete work related to the proposed barrier/fencing wall to the west side of the main MountainBrook entrance. Approved the recommendation by Building & Grounds that the Sunset Center Parking lot area is the preferred outdoor events loca-tion based on analysis data comparing two viable locations. OUTSIDE ENTERTAINMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE Accepted the Outside Entertainment Ad Hoc Committee presenta-tion containing the feasibility, reasons, locations, and potential dates for outside entertainment. Also, approved disbanding the Outside Entertainment Ad Hoc Committee as the task has been completed. COMMUNICATIONS Approved requesting the General Manager to work jointly with the Audio-Visual leader to obtain appropriate HDMI cables for base-line audio visual equipment, plus locking devise, for each television in the campus rooms which host meetings or classes. Approved requesting the General Manager to contact vendors to evaluate and submit equipment suggestions to support the public address needs in the Mesquite Center. Board meetings were held this summer in the Mesquite and the in-person audience had diffi-culty hearing Board members. PLANNING Received the Planning Committee Fitness Center Focus Group presentation on the review process, evaluation of vendor proposals, equipment upgrades recommendations, and future equipment evalu-ation timelines. The Presentation will be on the website shortly. The Fitness Center Focus Group is tasked to meet with the General Manager to investigate adding a large screen TV and fitness in-struction subscription service in the Multi-purpose Room. Approved the bid of $120,014.00 less $4,750.00 for equipment trade ins plus $2,148.71 for an entertainment console on the present True RC900 recumbent bike from Commercial Fitness Store for fitness equipment identified in the Fitness Center Focus Group presentation to be expensed from General Reserves.

PLANNING Received the Reserve Component Review Presentation on the as-sessment of the components/assets listed in the 2021 Reserve Study which have a Useful Life of zero to four years. Received the Storage Annex Presentation on the evaluation and inventory of current storage conditions and needs, and the future consideration of a Superstition Center Annex. Received the Presentation by Planning Committee Dog Park Task Force regarding the installation of pet waste stations throughout the common areas. Approved purchasing small pet waste bag containers for distribu-tion to all pet owner residents to be expensed from Operating. Approved purchasing and installing two (2) pet waste stations plus refuse bags to be expensed from Operating. Other Business: Storage Policy and Procedure Update – Approved the recommend-ed updated Storage Policy and Procedure document as presented. The updated Policy will be on the website shortly. Approved an additional deposit of $15,000 to Arizona Stage, LLC to be applied against the capital expenses for the remaining lighting products for the Superstition Center to be expensed from General Reserves. Approved amount not to exceed $500.00 to the Christmas Light Group to purchase replacement lights and associated materials. Approved a bid of $6,664.36 from 101 Mobility for an Aqua Creek Mighty 400 Pool Lift chair to be expensed from General Reserves. The present pool lift chair was purchased in 2004. The seals on the chair have deteriorated causing the chair to be unusable. Two com-panies looked at the chair and recommended replacement of same. Installment of the new pool chair lift will be coordinated with the pool deck replacement project. Additionally, the Communications Committee is tasked to review appropriate signage for usage and possible light for sign. Pottery Club Protocols Reinstatement request – The Board neither approved nor authorized the request by the Pottery Club to reinstate masking, advanced cleaning, and social distancing in the Fired Arts Center. COVID 19/Vaccination Community Campus Protocols The Request from the organizers of MBV sponsored Trivia to be made open by only those MBV residents who show valid proof of receiving the Covid-19 vaccination was neither authorized nor ap-proved. Approved those homeowners organizing private events at Moun-tainBrook may require additional health related requirements for participation by noting it on the Group and Activity Room Request Form. Approved that MountainBrook sponsored events will NOT require proof of vaccination by participants.

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Mindy Schooley, General Manager

Greetings MountainBrook Village Residents!

Happy Fall, y’all! We survived another HOT summer here in AZ and can feel the break in temperatures coming slowly but surely. October typically sees the beginning of returning resi-dents. We hope to see those of you who can come to town this winter arrive safely and stay for an enjoyable season. We’ve got a lot of fun events and activities planned for the upcoming season but have been keeping an eye on Covid19 pandemic. Unfortunately, we are not out of the woods just yet, so we ask that residents still be mindful of safety and health protocols that are enacted. Face coverings are recommended through Moun-tainBrook Village and Amenities. Anyone who has had close contact with someone with Covid-19 should stay home for 14 days after their last exposure to that person. People with Covid-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms can appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. The Association will continue to take recommendations from resources such as the CDC, as well as, Arizona Department of Public Health. We are in this together and what connects us is a community where everyone does their part. Your continued patience and cooperation dur-ing this time are greatly appreciated, and please remember we are here when you need us. PLEASE REMEMBER – NO FOOD OR GLASS PER-MITTED AT THE COMMUNITY POOL Summer might have come and gone but that doesn’t mean our Community Pools won’t still be the active hotspot in MountainBrook Village! Please be reminded that per the Pool and Spa area rules, food and/or glass containers are not permitted in the pool area! If glass is broken around the pools and/or spas, it will result in an immediate closure of the entire pool area. We all know how much the pools and spas are enjoyed by many. Please be cognizant and keep your glass containers and/or bottles away from this area. Also, please remember that children, ages 3 and older, are only permitted to be in the East Pool during the posted hours of 10:00am – 2:00pm and 4:30pm – 6:30pm daily. Please remind your guests to abide by all posted rules as well! These policies were developed for the quiet use and enjoy-ment of the homeowners/residents. 2022 Budget coming soon! Mark your calendars – the next assessment will be due on January 1st, 2022. Billing statements will be processed upon final approval of the new budget. If you’re returning to MountainBrook Village this fall – please be sure to update your billing address to ensure timely delivery of your billing statement. You can email a request to: [email protected] or call FirstService Residential’s Customer Care Department at 480.551.4300.

Consider signing up for E-Statements! FirstService Residential offers e-statements. MountainBrook Village has a lot of seasonal residents which means every ex-tended time away from the Village means you must provide a change of address. By signing up for e-statements you won’t have to worry about missing your billing statement. Email goes where you go! For more information, visit: https://estatements.welcomelink.com/index.cfm?b=arizona •Convenient, 24/7 Access - Check e-Statements anytime, anywhere. Simply log in and view up to 18 months of com-plete online statements. •Reduced Risk - Using e-Statements protects users from fraud and identity theft by eliminating unnecessary paper statements that include personal account information. •Go Green - Welcome Link’s e-Statements reduce users' pa-per consumption and carbon footprints, making this the better environmental option. Association Document Update – Storage Policy The Board of Directors recently adopted revisions to the Stor-age Policy. Please visit the community website, mbvaz.org, or request an updated copy of this important governing docu-ment. Upcoming Board Meetings Monthly Board Workshops and Meetings are now open to in-person attendees. The October 2021 meetings will be in the Superstition Center this month. Virtual participation is still available through Zoom. Please check the website mbvaz.org to confirm dates, times, and agendas.

October 2021 Board Workshop/Board Meeting as scheduled (dates and times are subject to change): •Workshop: Tuesday, October 19, 2021, 9:30am •Board Meeting: Tuesday, October 26, 2021, 9:30am We hope that you enjoy the Mountaineer and all it has to of-fer. If you have any questions regarding your community, we encourage you reach out to any member of the Management Team at (480) 983-5555 between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm.

Caring Corner Sandy Collard, Caring Corner Chairman

Illnesses: Karen Olson, DF23 Bob Lembke, ER Sue Wright, SS In Memory: Nancy Dent, IWII John Shier, PV Bill Ramsey, IWII Amelia Trojanek, IWIII If you should hear of someone who has passed away or is ill, please email [email protected] or call or text Sandy Collard at 480-227-7271. Thank you.

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2021-2022 CANYON SOUNDS LIVE PERFORMANCES

The Canyon Sounds Performance Series is back again with five ec-lectic concerts which should appeal to everyone. Tickets may be pur-chased at our NEW ticket outlet at:

• Robin Rotella Team Realtors, 6641 S. Kings Ranch Rd, 85118

• Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce, 567 Apache Trail, 85210

• On line at goldcanyonarts.org Advance tickets are $30 (non-member), $25 (member), or $35 at the door. Venue: The Gold Canyon United Methodist Church, 6640 S. Kings Ranch Rd., 85118

Delirium Musicum: Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 at 7:00 pm

This large string orchestra brings together some of the most creative musicians from Los Angeles. In addi-tion to their virtuosity, they exhibit great stage showman-ship while playing baroque, classical, and creative works.

The Diamonds “Silver Bells Holiday Show”: Friday, Dec. 17, 2021

at 7:00 pm From the group that brought “Little Darlin”, get ready for a fabulous repertoire of your favorite holiday hits along with many Pop favorites. The Diamonds perform world-wide with Symphony Orchestras, in theatres and major concert halls, and on tours of the United Kingdom, Brazil, Korea, and Japan.

Jeri Sager in “This Broad’s Way”: Friday, January 14, 2022 at 7:00 pm

This Broadway vocalist will provide a show to re-member as she sings from her roles as “Grizabella” in “CATS”, “Fantine” in LES MISERABLES, and “Eva Peron” in EVITA. She has also acted in theatrical productions such as City of Angels, Brigadoon, West Side Story, and Pump Boys and Dinettes.

The Brothers Four: Friday, February 11, 2022 at 7:00 pm

The Brothers Four will take you on a nostalgic journey with their unforget-table hits such as “Greenfields, “Try To Remember”, and “Across the Wide Missouri”. Their hit recording of “The Green Leaves of Summer” from the motion picture “The Ala-mo” was nominated for an Academy Award.

The Fitzgerald Family: Friday, March 11,

2022 at 7:00 pm This Canadian family of fiddlers and dancers will present an eclec-tic program blending jigs and reels, bluegrass, Celtic, and show-stopping Ottawa-Valley step dancing. Vocal arrangements, novelty dance routines, and friendly family banter make this a truly unforgettable musical experience.

Chuck Cuffaro, GCAC Publicity, 513-608-0719 Email: [email protected]

Coming to the Fired Arts Center

Ceramic and Glass Classes Starting In October!

On Thursday, October 7th, 2021 there will be the first of our reoc-curring glass PENDANT classes. Time: 9am to 11am. $12 per pendant & $2 for a pair of earrings.

Signup sheet will be available in the Fired Arts Center Tuesday and Thursdays.

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Trivia in MBV is back!

Trivia is once again in MountainBrook Village. Mike Worthy and Randy Ratcliff will continue to bring all new Trivia shows to the Superstition Center starting with the first show of the season on Wednesday, October 20th. Doors will open at 5:30pm with the show starting at 6:30pm. All Trivia shows will welcome MBV residents only who are “Fully Vaccinated” with CDC card proof or Medical Exemption with Doctor's letter. Be prepared to show your “Vax” proof or Dr. letter at the door for entry. No, “I forgot it at home” excuses! We are committed to providing the safest possible environment for all attendees. Masks are recommended but not required. Food and drink as usual for your table is fine. Tables of up to 8 people will continue to be $20 “cash only” in advance when your table reservation is made. As always, ALL proceeds will be awarded in the form of gift card prizes at the end of the show. The next show will be Wednesday, November 17th. Sign up and table purchase information for the October show will be available after Coffee & News in front of the Superstition Center on Tuesday, October 5th at 9:30am.

This season sign up and payment will NOT be handled by office staff.

Number of MBV Home Resales

2021 2020

Current Month / YTD 6 / 115 6 / 77

PLEASE REMEMBER – NO FOOD OR GLASS PERMITTED AT THE COMMUNITY POOL Please be reminded that per the Pool and Spa area rules, food and/or glass containers are not permitted in the pool area! If glass is broken around the pools and/or spas, it will result in an immediate closure of the entire pool area. We all know how much the pools and spas are enjoyed by many. Please be cognizant and keep your glass containers and/or bottles away from this area. Also, please remember that children, ages 3 and older, are only permitted to be in the East Pool during the posted hours of 10:00am – 2:00pm and 4:30pm – 6:30pm daily. Please remind your guests to abide by all other posted rules!

These policies were developed for the quiet use and enjoyment of the homeowners/residents.

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Come Dance With Us - by Dance Group Our Gobble 'til You Wobble dance on Friday, November 12, is a recipe for an even-ing of lighthearted fun, festivity, and frolic! What better way is there to exercise the body and soul than joining your friends and neighbors while dancing to the music you love. Boomer Band has an extensive playlist and will have you on the dance floor wiggling, jiggling, and giggling to all of your favorite tunes. With Thanksgiving only weeks away, you will be Thankful for the opportunity to gather together and enjoy the good company before the upcoming feasting. Tickets will be on sale starting October 12, so ensure your flock purchase early.

MBV MARINES The 246 Marine Corps Birthday Potluck will be on November 10, 2021, starting with social at 5 pm. All MBV Marines, widows of deceased Marines and Navy medical personnel are welcome to join us in the Superstition Center. Dinner is at 6 pm. Bring a dish to share (BYOB). A Marine book for sign-up will be in the Ac-tivity Office. Please include what dish you plan to bring. A Marine birthday cake and table service will be provided. Bring Marine Corps memorabilia to share. For questions, call Alex Dioyenis @ 480-982-1996 or John Kinder @ 480-671-9678. If you know of any other Marine family in the area, invite them to sign up. Thanks!

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FORMS on our Website (or in the Office) Need something done? Have a special request?

Don’t just spin your wheels! Fill out one of the forms below to get it done !!

• #1 Address Change Request #2 Architectural Change Request #3 Exterior Paint Request #4 Common Area Landscape Request #5 Building Maintenance Request #6 Golf Course Property Request #7 Violation Complaint #8 Group Activity Room Request #9 Private Party - One Time Request #10 Private Party - Multi Day Event Request

• Amenity FOB Replacement • Age Verification Form • Recreation Pass Form • Suggestion Form

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The MountainBrook Village MOUNTAINEER is owned by MBV and is published for the MBV community by Williams Express

To place business/commercial ads in the Mountaineer, please contact: Julian Benavidez, Williams Express, 480-848-7566, 430 S. Rockford Dr., #109, Tempe, AZ 85281. Neither the Community nor the publisher has in any way endorsed the advertisements or advertisers in this publication and no such endorsement is implied. The Community is in no way responsible for the advertising portion of this publication.

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To place Business/Commercial ad in the Mountaineer, please contact: The PassTime Paper: Mailing address: 951 W. Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85210 | (480) 983-9143 | [email protected] Neither the Community nor the publisher has in any way endorsed the advertisements or advertisers

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Tasha Enemark Lifestyle Director

Volunteers Build Community!

It is often said that volunteers are the glue that holds a com-munity together and this is evident here at MountainBrook Village. Our volunteers are treasured, appreciated and quite honestly, the community would not be what it is without them. As a new employee I am thankful for the volunteers who help. More than that, I see the joy and pride they feel when they are able to contribute. There have been many studies done on the positive effects of volunteering and they are quite compelling. Firstly, volunteering improves mental health by connecting you to others. It creates a support network and is a path to-ward friendships. Working in the neighborhood is a way to meet others with similar interests and passions that can lead to further friendship. Isolation, due to the pandemic or other life circumstances can lead to depression. Volunteering is a way to create regular contact with other people and combat loneli-ness. Secondly, there are physical benefits to volunteering. Studies show that older adults who contribute to their community ex-

perience less chronic pain than those who don’t. In addition, volunteering has been proven to lower chances of heart dis-ease and dementia. Furthermore, long-term volunteers have longer lives and better overall health. MountainBrook needs help running the audio-visual equip-ment in the Superstition Center for various events. The cur-rent volunteers are a wealth of knowledge and will train you in the skills you need to run the show! The Activity Commit-tee is looking for help decorating as the seasons change and for special events. Join Travel Club to help plan new adven-tures as the country opens up again. There is also a need to help with the hanging of the Christmas lights throughout the community. This is a FUN one day event that will get you in the Spirit of the holidays. There are opportunities for both men and women, so please consider where you can lend a hand in the MountainBrook Community. Perhaps you could set a goal for a number of hours you would like to contribute each year. Maybe you have expertise that you could put to use or challenge your-self to learn a new skill in an area we have a need. Whatever you decide, know that the time you spent contributing to your community not only benefits others, but it’s an investment in your mental and physical health. Overall, the more you volun-teer, the happier you are! Other committees to explore are Communications, Planning, Architectural and Budget and Finance. Perhaps visit all Com-mittees to see what they are all about before volunteering.

Alexandra Willingham Assistant General Manager,

Covenants Coordinator

Planning on renting out your home? The MBV website and the Mountaineer run ads for home rentals in MountainBrook Village and states they must be for a 30-day minimum. The CC&R’s clearly address the approved time frames and ages of those that can rent in MBV. CC&R 10.20.4 states “No Owner may lease less than his, her or its entire Lot.” (This means no renting out just the Casita.) “No Lot may be leased for a period of less than thirty (30) days.” A renter must be 55+, and kids under 18 may only stay in the home for a total of 90 days per year, not 90 days per child or per rental. If you have any questions, give the office a call.

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In The Territory....... Submitted by Mike Karr

Flagstaff Arizona, Chapter Two. Just 12 miles north of Flagstaff is the entrance to the Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, and the Wupatki National Monu-ment. One entrance fee covers both, and there is a nice Visitor's Center at Wupatki. Sunset Crater was one of approximately 600 volcanoes in the area, and it is be-lieved that it erupted about 800 years ago. Although not true, the lava flows seem to have hardened to a rough surface very recently. The Wupatki Pueblo was built dur-ing the 1100's and it is thought that approximately 100 people lived here together. Their water source came from a spring that has since dried up, winter snowfall, and monsoon rainstorms, but the entire area was very agri-culturally oriented and later occupied with cattle and sheep. It is well worth taking the 35 mile loop road to visit both of these interesting sites. Another crater of in-terest which we didn't get to is Meteor Crater and it is 45 miles east towards Winslow. On our way to the Snowbowl, which without doubt is Arizona's largest and finest skiing and snowboarding ar-ea, we stopped at the Museum of Northern Arizona where we were quite impressed with all of the Native American artifacts on display. Check out their website at www.musnaz.org for more information. Although we are not skiers, the facilities at the Snowbowl are quite im-pressive with 8 lifts, 55 runs and a vertical drop of 2,300' from a maximum height of 11,500'. Outdoor dining was delightful and it was great to soak up the mountain air. You can also see Humphrey Peak from here which is Arizona's tallest mountain at 12,633', and is a part of the San Francisco Peaks. The average annual snowfall at the Snowbowl is 200” and this is augmented with manufac-tured snow-making equipment. NASA has used many areas around Flagstaff to train all 12 astronauts who have walked on the moon as well as many others. They continue to use the area for instru-ment development, lunar rover field tests and lunar map-ping. There is a Lunar Landmarks Trail which we'll take the next time we return to Flagstaff. We'll also go to Walnut Canyon which is just outside the city and take

advantage of some of the wonderful bars and restaurants that are in the area. Oh yes, it is 20 to 30 degrees cooler in Flagstaff than here in the Valley, and that makes it even more enticing for a great summer getaway.

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Fitness Center Equipment Replacement If you have been to our fitness center, you will have noticed that our fitness equipment has not been replaced in quite some time (in some cases nearly 20 years!). A few years ago, we looked at replacing much of the equipment but the project lost momentum and did not go ahead at that time. We are back on track and mov-ing ahead with this project! In March, the Board tasked Planning Committee with re-evaluating the short- and long-term planning goals for the fitness center and its equipment, recommending equipment that offers current technology applicable to seniors and to design a strategy for systematically updating our equipment in the future. A Fitness Center Focus group made up of residents keenly interested in fitness was assembled to review past work done on this project as a reference as well as gather current information and pricing. Fitness Center users were canvassed about their opinion and teams of the Focus group attended four similar active adult community fitness centers and reported back. In comparison to the other communities visited, our Fitness Center is: Smaller Equipment is older Some have staff instructors Based on information gathered from the other HOAs visited as well as several other sources, on average car-dio equipment is turned over every 5-7 years and strength equipment every 10 years or so. The Focus Group also contacted four vendors of equipment to discuss what they would suggest as the best solution for our space and budget and have received proposals back from those vendors. As part of our annual dues, MountainBrook Village sets aside reserve funds as savings towards future re-placement of assets including things like fitness equipment. We currently have $132,000 saved to replace fitness equipment showing no useful life remaining in our Reserve Study. Our recent Community Survey indicated that the Fitness Center is the second most used amenity and was the number one amenity requested to be expanded or renovated. Once the Planning Committee reviewed all of the information, they made a final recommendation to the Board at the September meeting. The Board approved the project and thanks to our Manager Mindy Schooley anticipating this and confirming prices on all three bids in advance, we were able to expedite the purchase order to avoid rising costs and supply delays. We are hoping the new equipment will be in place by the end of this year, just in time for all those New Year’s Resolutions, and the final price was under budget at $120,014. The full details of the project and equipment is posted on our website for those who would like further infor-mation.

Activity Committee - Chairperson, Marilee Pritchard Wow! A little more rain on Sunday, official end of the monsoon is Sept. 30, it will be interesting to see if we get a few more drops! The Jan Sandwich Event on 9/11 was well attended. Once again, people are so happy to be out and mingling with each other. Great entertainment and delicious little pies and ice cream. Barb Sebring and her team put their muscles to the ice cream to the delight of all. Tasha

has put together a Cowboy/Western theme for the 10/8 dance. A photo op will be available. Tickets available. Pool Party from 4 – 6 on Thursday 10/14. If you have glass of any kind you must enter through the South doors of the Mesquite Room and leave your glass items inside the building. Go back in for refills. There are spaces still available for the 10/21 bus trip to The Windmill Winery. Very soon, the tickets will go on sale for the first BIG dance of the season. The Halloween Dance. An email blast will be sent. Start working on your costumes!!! Prizes!!!! Always very popular event.

Stay tuned for some great times

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Travel Club From the Travel Group

October Trips to Enjoy with Free Spirit Vacations & Events We have plans - we want to go places -

so, give us our world again...

Discover Navajo. October 12-15, 2021 Price: $825 pp/double $1025 pp/single Ya' at' 'eeh. Hello. and welcome to the Navajo Nation. This cultural kaleidoscope takes you to Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, and Canyon de Chelly National Monu-ment. Experience the culture, traditions, and history of the Navajo https://freespiritvacation.com/discover-navajo

Desert Belle Music Cruise and Dinner. October 17, 2021 Price: $149 per person Join us for a party on the water, featuring some of the most talented bands and musicians in the valley playing live while the Desert Belle cruises gracefully. Dinner is included in Fountain Hills. https://freespiritvacation.com/arizona-day-tours-2021#341ad565-92d2-4d2d-b5ed-38d99dabcf28 Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. October 27-28, 2021 Price: $375 pp/double $450 pp/single Known for its labyrinthine, seemingly undulating sandstone walls and the beams of sunlight that shine into them, Antelope Canyon is a perpetual magnet for visitors. Equally as spectacular, Horseshoe Bend overlooks one of the most spectacular views on the Colorado River. (3/4 of a mile hike to viewpoint. Glen Canyon Visi-tors Center may be substituted for Horseshoe Bend for those who don’t want to hike). https://freespiritvacation.com/antelope-canyon

Halloween in Jerome. October 31, 2021 Price: $129 per person Spend Halloween Day in Jerome, a former booming mining town that is now known as America’s largest ghost town. The highlight is a guided, walking ghost tour through the historic buildings and ruins of central Jerome. This tour includes history, ghost sightings, and accounts of reoccurring paranor-mal activity.

https://freespiritvacation.com/arizona-day-tours-2021#afa1592a-cc1e-4e08-87ea-823de77e777c

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MountainBrook Village Weekly Activities

Activities & Classes are offered by residents. Please contact group leaders for information. A complete list of activities is available on the MBV website.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

6am –10pm Pottery-FA 7am Hiking 6am –10pm Pottery-FA 7am-9am Pickleball court 1,2 6am-10m Pottery-FA

7am-9am Pickleball court 1-2

7am-9am Pickleball court 1-2

7am-9am Pickleball court 1-2 8am Ceramics-AC 7am-9am

Pickleball court 1-2

7am L/I Aerobics-MPR 8am-12pm ladies Tennis Court 1-2 7am L/I Aerobics-MPR 9am-3pm Billiards 7am L/I Aerobics-MPR

8am-RR Tennis court 1-2 9am Coffee & News-SC 8am CO-ED Deep Water Aerobics 9:30am Tai Chi –SS 8-10am Tennis RR

Court 1-2

8:30am Bocce ball 8am-10pm Ceramics-AC 8-10am Tennis RR Court1,2 9-11am Pickleball

Court 1-4 9am Pilates MPR

8:30 Bocce ball

9am-3pm Billiards 9am Pilates *starts 11/15 MPR

9-11am Pickleball court1-4

8:30am Bocce Ball

10am New Resident Tours RSVP by Appointment 9am-3pm Billiards

9-11am Pickleball court 1-4

9am-3pm Billiards

9am-3pm Billiards 9am Pilates MPR

12:00-3:00 Ladies Poker, Dealer’s Choice SS

12:30pm Ladies Bridge-SS

9-11am Pickleball Court 1-4

10am-2pm ladies Tennis 10am Knitting-MR 9am Oriental Mah Jong-SS 12:50pm Mixed Bridge-SS 10am Mixed Dbls Tennis

12pm Mixed poker 12:30pm Ladies Poker-SS 10am-2pm Men’s Tennis 1-3 1pm Hand Foot& Toe-SS 12pm Mixed Poker-SS

12:30pm Ladies Bridge-SS 7pm-9pm Darts-MPR 12pm Mixed Poker-SS 6:30pm Pinochle-SS 12:45pm Canasta-SS

12:45pm Canasta-SS 5pm Social-SC 1pm Oriental Mah Jong-SS 7pm-9pm Darts-MPR 1pm Canasta-SS

1pm Mah Jong-SS 1pm Game Day –SS 3-4pm Pilates/Yoga-MPR

1pm-3:45pm Woodcarving-AC 1pm Hand Foot & toe-SS

3-4pm Pilates/Video MPR 3-4pm Pilates/Yoga-MPR

3:30pm Bocce Ball 6:30pm Card Bingo

4pm Whine & Cheese-SC

EAST POOL SATURDAY ROOM KEY SUNDAY WEST POOL

6am 8:00am Lap Swim

7am-9am Pickleball court 1-2 Superstition Center - SC 8am open studio-AC 6am Lap Swim

8am 10:00am Resident Swim

8am CO-ED Deep Water Aerobics Sunset - SS 1pm Oriental Mah Jong-SS 8am Water Aerobics

10:00am Resident Swim Guests welcome 10:am 2:00pm

8am Open Studio-AC Mesquite Room - MR Palo Verde Room - PV 9am Water Aerobics

2pm Resident Swim 9am - 3:00pm Billiards Multiple-Purpose Room - MPR 10am Adult Swim

4:30pm Resident Swim Guests welcome 4:30pm 6:30pm

9:00am - 11am Pickleball Arts & Crafts - AC

Fired Arts - FA 10:00am CO-ED Deep Water

Aerobics

10:00 POOL CLOSED Library Conference RM– LCR 2:30pm Water Volleyball

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Campus Events—Activity Director

COFFEE AND DONUTS Every Tuesday at 9am in the Superstition Center you can socialize, enjoy coffee and donuts and hear the community news. Doors open at 8:30 for blood pressure checks by Superstition Fire Dept October 24th: Special presentation by Pinal County Veterans Memorial Foundation

LADIES LUNCH Monday October 18th at 11:30am. Meet at the Cheesecake Factory: 6613 E Southern, Mesa. Reservations Required Please sign up on the Website

MEN’S BREW AND LUNCH

Monday October 4th at 11:30am. Meet at JJ Madisons, 430 N Power Rd, Mesa Please sign up on website Monday November 1st at 11:30am. Meet at Four Peaks Brewing Company, 1340 E 8th Street, #104, Tempe 85281 Please sign up on website

LADIES WHINE AND CHEESE Gather in the Superstition Center Monday from 4:00-5:00pm. Bring your snack and

beverage.

SOCIAL HOUR Weekly neighborhood get together Tuesday in the Superstition Center at 5:00pm. Bring your beverage and snack. The last Tuesday of each month, please bring a dish to share.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS 10/07 Bill Harrison Lecture- tickets $5 10/08 Wild West Dance with Arizona Canyon Band - tickets $7 10/14 Live Music by the pool 4pm-6pm -BYOB- no ticket required 10/20 Trivia 10/21 Bus Trip to Windmill Winery 2:30pm – 7:30pm – tickets $25 10/27 Welcome Breakfast 8:00am – 10:00am – no ticket required 10/29 Halloween Dance with Beeline Highway Band – tickets $7

EVENT TICKETS Tickets for events can be purchased in the office one month prior to the event. Event tickets on sale M-F 9am to 3pm

COMING SOON! 11/06 Art Fair 11/11 Veteran’s day Program 11/12 Dance 11/17 Trivia 11/20 Community Garage Sale 11/25 Thanksgiving Catered Dinner

ROOM REQUESTS Room request forms are available in the office to book your group activities and private parties

NEW RESIDENTS Sign up in the office for a campus tour which are held Thursdays at 10am Call the front desk to book 480-983-5555

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Mountaineer April 2021

Helping Hands (Year Around) Loretta 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 of-fice with resident’s names and numbers for you to contact. If you would like additional information, please call Loretta Mil-ton and leave a message at 480-474-9958. Supper Club (Seasonal) There is light at the end of the tunnel!! The Supper Club com-mittee is looking at ways to "re-open" Supper Club. This will take due consideration and time to determine how to do this and maintain everyone's safety. They hope to be able to have supper gatherings beginning in July in a manner that safe-guards participants and makes for relaxed and enjoya-ble evenings. So, stay tuned and if you are interested in joining/rejoining Supper Club or have questions please call or email the following: Linda Cody (480-983-7776 or [email protected] - Pat Patt ((708-990-5153) or [email protected]. Bocce Ball (Seasonal) If you want to make new friendships, have fun, and hear laugh-ter, then be sure to come to the Newly Updated Bocce Ball Courts on any Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. You need not be experienced to play. For additional information: Call Carol Adkins at (303) 881-4857. Pinochle Report (Year Around) by Barb Hofmeister The Thursday evening group starts to gather in the main room of the Sunset center about 6:30 and play begins at 7 p.m. Be-cause of the pandemic, I am insisting that only those who are vaccinated can play, You just need to show me proof once and you are good forever. If you would like to learn the game or brush up, please call me at 602-284-6379 and I will meet you there at 6 pm and we will have a class and practice before play starts. We are a fun and very friendly group. Everyone is wel-come and we do play for rewards. We pay $2 to play and all the money is returned to the top winners.

MBV Hiking (Year Around) We live in one of the best hiking areas in the country for seeing a variety of mountain landscapes. There are caves i.e., Geroni-mo, Broadway, and Wave. Vistas i.e., Fremont Saddle, Massa-cre Ridge, Picket Post and Flatiron. Other sites are Circlestone, Petroglyphs, Fountain Hills Fountain, Weavers Needle, Tony's Ranch, Arizona Trail, and Horns of Dilemma. There are four weekly opportunities to hike with fellow resi-dents and friends:

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

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

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

Level 3, Thursday – A hike of 5 to 7 hours and 6 to 15 miles on varied terrain with elevation gains up to 2500ft. There may be sections that include steep uphill and downhill including loose rocks and boulders.

Levels 1 & 2, optional stop at a local eatery after the hike. For level 3, bring your own lunch and eat on the trail. Sign up for these hikes at the office so you can be added to the weekly mailing of scheduled hikes and meeting location for carpooling. Questions, call or email Keith at 651-238-8109 [email protected]

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A REMINDER

“Adopt, don’t shop” Pinal County and Apache Junction shelters have companions just waiting to love you. You can search for lost and adoptable animals at Petharbor.com Here is a fortunate fellow that won’t be cold this winter.

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Gold Canyon Business Fair Returns Save the Date!

November 13, 2020, 9AM-1PM

By: Pam Burks

Due to the restrictions of our campus buildings, we have changed our traditional Business Fair that was held as a Mountain-Brook event at our beautiful Superstition Center, to a new location in Gold Canyon. Gold Canyon Community Church, 5810 S. Alameda Rd., corner of Kings Ranch Road and Alameda Rd. Please save the date November 13, 2021, 9AM-1PM. It will be held at their expansive outdoor courtyard, providing suffi-cient space for attendees and for Businesses to spread out. Tina Vale will be our entertainment and will assist with an-nouncements. Our famous, “Spin the Wheel” to win a door prize valued at $25 or more will return. This event is sponsored and made possible with the support of the Gold Canyon Business Association, and with the tech-nical/promotional assistance from Chris Bukovac of Conquering Computers. Look soon for the Gold Canyon Business Fair’s Facebook page. Businesses cost for a space will be $40, which includes a $10 donation to support your Gold Canyon Lions. Let’s all support local business, They are our neighbors and friends, and they need our help. It’s a win-win. We want and need the products and services they provide, and we can all use some fun and entertainment. More details will be provided in your next Mountaineer, Vendors call Pam Burks to reserve your space, 480-214-5555. Stay healthy! Pam Burks, Gold Canyon Business Association Publicity Chair, Gold Canyon Business Fair Event Coordinator, along Chris Bukovac, Event Co-Chairman/technical and Publicity support.

Joy, Joy, Joy

Joy swells in the hearts of the Village Voices at this time of year as we plan to bring holiday music back to MountainBrook Village on December 1, 3 and 4 at the Superstition Center. Patty Sobek, Director, and Jane Gehrt, Producer, are scurrying like Santa’s elves on December 23rd to bring a festive concert together. Each week more singers are returning to the Valley of the Sun to join them in preparation. As our last concert was nearly two years ago, we are literally bursting with song and Joy! Members are prac-ticing many carols from our existing “songbook” along with a few new crowd pleasers.

The MountainBrook Village Voices hope you will cele-brate the return of the Christmas season with us through one of our concerts. Look for more details and ticket sales in November.

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Welcome Fall! We survived the very hot summer! We were finally blessed with the Monsoon Rains we have waited two years for. But, along with the abundance of rain, came the in-festation of the Blister Beatles, the Caterpillars, the Mosquitos and Flies and the Beautiful Yellow Butterflies that we had to clean off of our windshields. After talking to some old timers, I surmised that none of them have ever seen Blister Beatles be-fore in MBV. Or maybe it’s just the abundance of them this year. They were every where!

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Pickleball News (Year Around) by Jill Ortiz It’s October - welcome back pickleball friends! Most of you, including myself, are looking forward to a positive, fun filled, injury free season of pickleball. Recently, I was visiting with fellow MBV player Tom Jones. Tom and his wife, Linda have lived at MBV since December 2019. Prior to retirement Tom was a PE teacher, football, and gymnastic coach to list just a few of his skills. Tom started playing pickleball about 5 years ago. Tom is encouraging to all, a very good player, and a stu-dent of the game. Tom is an advocate of practicing and drilling to improve one's game. You’ll often find Tom and Linda prac-ticing on the courts, feel free to introduce yourself and say hi to them. Tom shared with me some coaching tidbits we all need to take to heart: Forget your mistakes, remember your success; don’t dwell on those missed shots, celebrate the shots you did well. Paddles up! Low Impact Aerobics and More (Year Around) We are here year round! Come join us for low impact aerobics in the MPR from 7-8am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Joann J. 480-983-9620 Oriental Mah Jongg (Year Around) Oriental Mah Jongg will be played every Wednesday and Sun-day at 1 p.m. in a back room of the Sunset Bldg. You don't know how to play? It's easy! We are happy to teach new play-ers. Come when you can. Call Kathy Kirkpatrick (530) 263-1188 for information. Winter and Summer.

MBV Ceramics and Glass Arts (Year Around) We welcome you to the Fired Arts Studio, Tuesday and Thurs-day, where you can explore with us lovely artistic glass medi-ums and decorative ceramic art. Bring your bottles, like a wine and/or beer bottle, and have them melted into one of our patterned molds, maybe a chevron, a swirl, or a holiday theme. Make a pendant(s), create one of a kind bowl or plate with glass paints or frit, drape a ceramic vase with cool crystals and beautiful glazes... Have fun. There will be Teachers available every session for those who want instructions. Our hours are 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Class fee is $5 a month which covers the care of the molds, paints, and tools. Studio Orientation tours will begin in December. Call 602-882-5104 or email [email protected] with any questions. Pottery Club (Year Around) Check out the lighted windows of the Fired Arts Center on the way to the pool or fitness facility. All of the displayed art has been made by your friends and neighbors. Our club’s mission is to promote and support MBV residents in the pursuit of artistic expression in the art and craft of pottery. Volunteer instructors conduct half-day introductory, intermediate and advanced clas-ses, in an open, welcoming environment. Pottery Club hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Stop by and take a tour of the studio to see if pottery is something you would like to try. Our class schedule will be released November 1, and class sign-ups will begin on January 1, either in person or by email. Annual membership in the club is $40 and classes are $20. The funds generated keep the studio supplied with glazes and specialized tools. Questions? Contact Pierce McIntosh at 480-244-7080, or email at [email protected]. Tennis Talk (Year Around) We are now planning for a full slate of tennis this fall starting in November. League play starts at 10:00 AM (4 players on each of courts 1, 2, 3) • Mondays- Lady’s doubles Group A – Playing three sets/or

about 2 hours • Tuesdays- Lady’s doubles Group B - Playing three sets/or

about 2 hours • Wednesdays- Men’s doubles - Playing three sets/or about 2

hours Fridays- Mixed doubles - Playing three sets/or about 2 hours. Those new to MBV or are not current MBV Tennis Club mem-bers should contact Lee Alberts – (612) 799-7502 or Deb Thompson – (480) 288-5314 for membership information. Drop in Round Robin 8-10 AM MWF, will also be available for any tennis player in the fall. Just show up at the courts and we will get you in with a group. All skill levels are welcome. Welcome Back dinner and MBV tennis club meeting is Saturday, Novem-ber 13, 2021. Everyone is welcome.

Classes, Groups & Clubs

• 150 words or less emailed to Mountaineer at:

[email protected]

• All Classes, Groups & Clubs are responsible for submit-ting information when leaving and returning for the sea-sons

• All Classes, Groups & Clubs are responsible for any up-dates throughout the season.

• Using the email address [email protected] will also notify the office and the website of any changes applicable to Classes, Groups & Clubs


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Texas Hold-Em (Year around) Texas Hold 'Em poker. Year round. Sunset room. We play five days a week. On Mondays and Fridays, the mixed group (male and female) plays Omaha hi low 8 or Texas Hold 'Em from 12:00 noon to 3:30 p.m. On Wednesdays only Omaha hi low 8 is played. La-dies play dealers' choice poker (hold 'em, pineapple or Omaha Hi) on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Sunset Room from 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. Buy in is $5.00 for all games and you can rebuy All money is returned to players. For info (co-ed) call Ann Milenovich 480-684-0986, (ladies group info) Diane Ward 480-236-9307. Pinochle Report (Year Around) by Rich Huseman The Thursday evening group starts to gather at 6:30 p.m. and we begin play at 7. We are a fun group. Everyone pays $2 to play and all the money is returned to the highest scorers. Winners for Septem-ber were Sarah Burgess 628, Billie Drost 581; Rich Huseman 635, Ray Needham 549; Rich Huseman 616, Sharon Hanson 590; Rich Huseman 565, Nellie Moore 543; Sarah Burgess 595 Vern Raffer-ty 527

Ladies Bridge (Year Around) Meets every Monday at 1:00 in the Sunset room. Potluck at noon on the first Monday of the month Sign up one week ahead but walkins are welcome . We pay 50 cents for small prizes. Questions call Barbara Osborn @ 480-982-9408. This month’s winners were Ja-neane Miller, Barbara Osborn , Terry Peterson, and Barbara Osborn.

Mixed Bridge (Year Around) 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 Jim McClure, 480-983-5203 MBV Hiking (Year Around) We live in one of the best hiking areas in the country for seeing a variety of mountain landscapes. There are caves i.e., Geronimo, Broadway, and Wave. Vistas i.e., Fremont Saddle, Massacre Ridge, Picket Post and Flatiron. Other sites are Circlestone, Petroglyphs, Fountain Hills Fountain, Weavers Needle, Tony's Ranch, Arizona Trail, and Horns of Dilemma. There are four weekly opportunities to hike with fellow residents and friends:

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

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

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

• Level 3, Thursday – A hike of 5 to 7 hours and 6 to 15 miles on varied terrain with elevation gains up to 2500ft. There may be sections that include steep uphill and downhill including loose rocks and boulders.

• Levels 1 & 2, optional stop at a local eatery after the hike. For level 3, bring your own lunch and eat on the trail.

Sign up for these hikes at the office so you can be added to the weekly mailing of scheduled hikes and meeting location for carpooling. Questions, email or call Keith at [email protected] 651-238-8109 Helping Hands (Year Around) Loretta Milton We are a group of volunteers who live in MBV and help our resi-dents 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 resi-dent’s names and numbers for you to contact. If you would like additional information, please call Loretta Milton and leave a mes-sage at 703-785-6949. Library Notes (Year Around) Ruth Parker Are you a Gamer?? And to people our age that refers to someone who sits with friends at a table with cards or game pieces in hand not in front of a computer with an electronic controller in hand. If you are, you’re in luck in the library. There are at least 25 different games on the shelves for all ages and interests. From the age-old Monopoly to Balderdash, Shipwrecked, Back Gammon, Chess, Dominoes, and various card games to name a few. You may have noticed that some genres you’re trying to find aren’t where they used to be. To help in your hunt there is a brand-new map posted on the side of the sports shelves. So, if it’s games or books you’ve a desire for, come on down, the library has them.

Supper Club (Seasonal) Wow! It was almost like the old days - 8 friends, old and new - sit-ting at the table together enjoying conversation and good food to-gether. Cheeseburger dip, enchiladas, fruit salad and cheery dessert! If you’re thinking of joining or re-joining Supper Club contact Pat Patt (708-990-3153). Or join us for the Potluck on November 20 in the Sunset Center from 4:00-8:00. At that time, you can sign up, pick out a month to host, get the year’s recipes and meet a whole lot of other “foodies”. So, bring your favorite appetizer, entree, salad or desert and beverage of choice. Guaranteed fun. If you have a recipe you’d like to see on the 2022 menu, contact Pat Patt (708-990-3153) or Linda Cody (480-9893-7776). Next Supper Club date is 10-16-21. Dieting is eating food that makes you sad!! Men’s Brew & Lunch and Ladies Lunch (Seasonal) Men’s Brew & Lunch meets on the 1st Monday of the month and Ladies Lunch meets on the 3rd Monday of the month. Residents will drive on their own & meet at desired location at 11:30am. Residents will receive an invite 3 weeks prior to the lunch date and reservation can be made at that time or you can contact the Lifestyle Director and make your reservation. Registration for lunches close on the Wednesday night before the event .and all residents will receive a reminder with details about lunch. Don’t forget to check your e-mails. Keith Charpentier 651-238-8109 [email protected] or Pat Patt 708-990-3153 [email protected]

MBV Book Discussion, by Peggy Malsom (Seasonal) MBV Book Discussion is back for the upcoming season. We meet the second Wednesdays November – March in the Mesquite Room at 2:00 o’clock. Our first discussion will be Wednesday, November 10. Here is the line-up so you can start reading now: • November: Sand in our Shoes: Chasing the American Dream

by Julian M. King. NOTE: This is an out-of-print book about Kings Ranch and Gold Canyon. Ask your neighbors if they have a copy they are willing to loan. If you can’t find a copy, please come anyway as this is your opportunity to learn about the ori-gins of this fascinating area we live in and call home. Present-ers: Carl & Mary Scheie

• December: TBA: A special presentation. More information in the November Mountaineer.

• January: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. • February: Flight by Sherman Alexie. • March: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng.

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Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention (Seasonal) Holly Warth, RN, BSN, A Healthy Balance, LLC will be teaching, “Moving for Better Balance with Tai Chi”. This researched tai chi program by Dr. Fuzong Li, Oregon University is proven to de-crease your risk of falling by over 50%! This beginning class is not a “drop-in” class – classes are 12 weeks for 45 minutes twice a week. Each class builds on the next class so you may become proficient at the moves by the end of twelve weeks! The classes may be performed while seated, standing or with a chair assist. For those that have taken the beginning course, I hope to see you at the advanced class! Dates: Session: October 5th to December 16th; Days: Tuesday and Thursdays in the Multipurpose Room; Times: 10:15 – 11:00 a.m. for Beginning Students; 11:15 – noon for Ad-vanced Students. Cost: $5.00 a class. Maximum Students: 15 for Beginning Class. To sign-up or questions, contact Holly at [email protected] Bowling League (Seasonal) Come join the Mountainbrook bowling league beginning on Tues-day, October 26 at 9:00 am & ending on March 22. Contact Hank Wolf at 480 773-1934 if interested. Game Day (Seasonal) Held every Wednesday, Sunset Building-Room Gold , 1pm – 3.30pm. We are looking for more people to join us, as we play a variety of card and board games. We do not play for money only for fun. Here is a list of games we play :- Contract Rummy, Phase 10, Skipbo, Wizard, Kings in the corner, Alaska, Rummycube, Mexi-can Train and Chicken Foot etc. If you need more information, please contact Penny Broadley 480-474-1126 leave a message l will call you back or come by any Wednesday afternoon. CO-ED Deep Water Aerobics (Seasonal) Wednesday and Saturday 8am East Pool. Bocce Ball (Seasonal) Bocce ball players needed...No experience required. Easy to learn and lots of fun. Come and you will meet new friends. We play at 8:30 am MWF. Any questions call: Rick 508-394-8594 or Mo 623-297-9577

Pilates (Seasonal) Starting November 15, Pilates at 9:00am on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays will be led by instructor (not video) Danielle Marks. Please bring your own mat. Contact Kathy Luense if you have any questions (319) 533-0213. Reminder, mats and all personal equip-ment must be taken home after each class.

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MOUNTAINEER EDITOR

Diana Jensen STAFF: Marilee Pritchard, Classifieds; Pam Burks, Business Articles; Sandy Collard, Caring Corner; Various Proofreaders and Consultants.

*Articles 500 words or less & all photos (no DVDs) should be emailed to :

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MBV classified ads, (i.e., for sale, for rent, wanted) can be emailed or left at the office. MBV resident com-mercial ads must be placed through Williams Express 480-848-7566. DEADLINE FOR ALL ARTI-CLES AND ADS 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

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Board of Directors Last Tuesday 9:30am SC Activities Committee Second Monday 9:00am PV Architectural Committee Alt. Thursdays 9:30am PV Budget & Finance Thursday before BOD 2:00pm PV Buildings & Grounds First Tuesday 1:00pm PV Communications Committee First Thursday 9:00am PV Planning Committee Second Monday 2:00pm PV Committee Chairs Second Wednesday 1:00pm PV Board Workshop Tuesday before BOD 9:30am SC

Any changes to this page - - - please email : [email protected] For Your Convenience Audrey Morganegg, President………...…..... (480) 309-2063

Deborah Moore, Vice President .…..….….... (705) 879-9538 Jack Webber, Secretary ……………..…...… (425) 941-2219 Ron Vibbert, Treasurer ...……………......… (989) 763-1513 Ed Butler, Director ………………..…….…. (515) 987-3041 Janet Christopherson, Director ….……..... (651) 341-3648 John Mutch, Director …………..………..… (509) 619-2423 Mountaineer Editor - Diana Jensen ….….... (630) 546-4018 Activity Office……………………….…..….. (480) 983-5555 Lifestyle Director - Tasha Enemark………. (480) 983-5555 General Manager - Mindy Schooley .…..…. (480) 983-5555

Alex Willingham - Asst. Mgr/Covenants ….. (480) 983-5555 Fairway Vista Mgt - Rick Abbott ...…..……. (480) 635-1133 Pinnacle Vista Mgt - Rick Abbott ...……….. (480) 635-1133 Activities Committee - Marilee Pritchard.... (480) 671-9619 Architectural Com -Janet Christopherson... (651) 341-3648 Budget & Finance Ad Hoc - Ron Vibbert .... (989) 763-1513 Building & Grounds - Larry England …..… (480) 474-9180 Communications - Chris Bukovac ..……….. (480) 577-4309 Planning Committee - Lowell Jackson…..… (403) 660-3702 Caring Corner - Sandy Collard ………...….. (480) 227-7271

Activities and Clubs Mah Jongg (Thurs-N) Marion H. Pace (480) 213-6145 Mah Jongg (Fri-N) Penny Broadley (480) 474-1126 Mah Jongg (Wed&Sun-O) Kathy Kirkpatrick (530) 263-1188 Mah Jongg (Wed -O) Carol Perez (303) 588-3041 Mah Jongg (Thurs-O) Jan Pitts (256) 218-1765 MBV Democrats Lisa Abbott (480) 347-7736 MBV Republicans Pam Burks (480) 214-5555 Men's Brew Keith Charpentier (651) 238-8109 Mexican Train Carol Perez (303) 588-3041 Pickleball Bud Morrison (317) 407-9786 Pilates Kathy Luense (319) 533-0213 Pinochle Rich Huseman (480) 288-5378 Pinochle, Tue. Co-Ed Sharon Hanson (480) 415-0859 Poker Ann Milenovich (480) 684-0986 Pottery Club Pierce McIntosh (480) 244-7080 Quilters Superstition Mt. Alice Watkins (480) 671-8663 Social Hour Audrey Morganegg (480) 671-3507 Sunset Art Jan Larsen (307} 632-1703 Supper Club Pat Patt (708) 990-3153 Supper Club - Ethnic Pat Patt (708) 990-3153 Tai Chi Lovena Warren (480) 671-7444 Tennis Lee Alberts (612) 799-7502 Texas Hold’em Ann Milenovich (480) 684-0986 Texas Hold'em (Ladies) Diane Ward (480) 236-9307 Theater Group Kathy Buelow (480) 227-8524 Travel Group Pat Blakley (602) 882-5104 Village Voices Sue Kench (989) 859-1724 Water Volleyball Ralph Krueger (480) 671-9709 Website Chris Bukovac (480) 577-4309 Whine & Cheese Nancy Bilensky (480) 982-3686 Wii Bowling William Sandell (623) 698-9600 Wine Club Paul Cechovic (480) 288-6976 Woodcarving James Buysse (651) 271-9770 Veterans Group Dennis Malsom (425) 315-6035

Aerobics of the Mind Paul Cechovic (480) 288-6976 Aquacise (8 am) Caryl Lang (480) 288-4799 Aquacise (9 am) Isolde (480) 671-1439 Co-ed Wtr Aerobics (10am) Ann Rasmussen (651) 249-6958 Artist of the Month LeAnn Juenemann (480) 982-5423 Astronomy Bill Frazer (480) 983-7440 Bocce Ball Carol Atkins (303) 881-4857 Band Rick Nelson (360) 319-1272 Belly Dancing Barbara Baumeister (414) 573-8126 Bingo Bob/Joan Archer (480) 288-0891 Book Discussion Peggy Malsom (425) 327-0811 Bowling (Tues) Janice Ratcliff (515) 991-7781 Bridge, Duplicate Randy Ratcliff (515) 988-1910 Bridge, Ladies Barb Osborn (480) 982-9408 Bridge, Men’s John Rowe (480) 982-7078 Bridge, Mixed Jim McClure (480) 983-5203 Canasta JoAnn Skow (630) 301-1789 Canasta Hand, Foot, Toe Joan Archer (480)-288-0891 Card Bingo Kim Candell (480) 671-3298 Caring Corner Sandy Collard (480) 227-7271 Ceramics and Glass Art J. Christopherson (651) 341-3648 Ceramics and Glass Art Gail Winter (480) 982-8624 Chess Bill Vallicella (480) 288-6727 Game Day Penny Broadley (480) 474-1126 GC Lions Loretta Milton (480) 474-9958 Helping Hands Loretta Milton (703) 785-6949 Hiking Keith Charpentier (651) 238-8109 Jewelry/Crafts Celeste Parcell (415) 225-6848 Knitting (Tues) Judi Clinite (314) 435-1552 Ladies Lunch Pat Patt (708) 990-3153 Library Ruth Parker (253) 278-2759 Line Dancing Jan Pitts (256) 218-1765 Low Impact Aerobics Joann Jasukaitis (480) 983-9620 Mah Jongg (Mon-N) Sharon Penrod (602) 320-2278 Mah Jongg (Tue-N) Judy Bieganski (480) 671-8363

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NAOS-NATURAL AREAS OPEN SPACE Many of our areas in MountainBrook are deemed Natural Area Open Space or NAOS. The NAOS areas are especial-ly prevalent in back of homes in Eagle Rock, Shadow Ridge I and II, and mostly surrounds the Hidden Canyon area. Various smaller NAOS areas are sprinkled throughout MountainBrook. NAOS areas are not “maintained”. Weeds are left as native plants, trees are allowed to grow naturally, and there is no irrigation to the plants. Mistletoe is not removed; it is spread by birds and it will be a continu-al part of nature. It produces berries that the birds adore. Trees will not be pruned or thinned. Broken branches are only removed if they are blocking washes and impeding water flow or causing damage to homeowner’s property.

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CLASSIFIEDS

For Sale Beautiful cutting table: With mat, 72” x 40”. Three drawers, four shelves. Ends fold down $575 [email protected] 480-369-5777 Antique Bed: Full size, white wrought iron & brass. Mattress, foundation, complete bedding. $90 [email protected] 480-695-6960 Barleens Dinner Show: Great seats, $3.00 off the ticket price! Pay ticket three weeks prior to show date. Sign up now for the best seats. More info call Joan at 480-288-0891 FREE! 6” diameter green irrigation box cover with artificial turf attached on top side. Found after summer wind storm. 480-671-9619

For Rent RV lot for Rent: Prescott Valley. $650/mo. plus electricity plus use of all amenities in 55+ community. Call Dennis, 425-315-6035

2MBR/2BA, Sun Room: Furnished/upgraded, 1650 sf. Views: mountain, wild-life. Prefer 6mo-1 yr. Or min 3 mo. Start: 10/1/2021-10/22. 586-719-1096 [email protected]

Services We will house sit your home. Frequent visits and always after every rain and wind storm. Call Chuck/Diana 630-546-4018. PET SITTING: I’d love to care for your pet(s) while you’re away. Please call for details and visitation. Nancy C. 480-474-1200. Medicare questions? Need help? 480-686-4653. Need help with caring for a loved one? Cheri 480-982-8312. Have a flat tire on your golf cart? Same day repair. Annual check-ups, repairs, updating, or questions. Call Chuck 630-546-4018. Home watch: Licensed and insured, FT residents, Exp, trusted, reliable protection. Info: 641-780-1963. [email protected]. Handyman: FT resident. Insured. Great referrals. Info: 515-783-8328 [email protected] Need computer help? I fix them and can coach you. Chris/Conquering Computers 480-577-4309.

Handy Woman. Afraid to let just any man into your home to help with household needs? Call me first. Jesika 480-980-0548. Experienced Cat Companion: Daily visit includes feeding, clean up, and playtime. I make cat toys too. Low Rates. Celeste 415-225-6848. Dog Sitting: Daily visits or will stay in your home where they are happiest. Refer-ences upon request. 303-803-2668. [email protected] Cleaning: Carpet, upholstery, windows. Dry foam carpet cleaning. Pick up available for area rugs. Senior discount. Joe 480-288-5012. Income Tax Prep: Retired Accountant. Save big over H&R Block and local CPA offices. At your home if you desire. Bob 480-241-0681. BIBLE CLASS: Weekly 2 hr. intensified for females/males. Limited 10-12 ppl. Call Howard for details. 262-573-4288 [email protected]

Wanted Helping Hands in need of infant and child-care equipment from those willing to loan to their neighbor. Log in the Activity Of-fice. 480-474-9958. Helping Hands in need of volunteers will-ing to transport clients to the doctors or shopping. Available? Call 480-474-9958. BRIDGE 4 FUN: Love cards. Call 480-818-0821

CLASSIFIED ADS • One free ad of 20 words or less, for 30

days for MBV residents only. • Must be resubmitted each month. • Classified ads are to be emailed to

[email protected] or submitted to the MountainBrook Activity Office

• Ads may be subject to editing. • Rental ads must meet CC&R Guide-

lines (i.e., 55+ & 30 day minimum). Whole house only (not individual rooms or casitas)

• Deadline for all ads is the 25th of the month

Business/commercial ads for residents and nonresidents are available for purchase from Williams Express 480-848-7566.

Washes and Common Areas Our washes are mostly NAOS land and harbor a vast array of plants and animals. Washes are also used to collect and redirect rainwater. Places where water accumulates naturally attracts wildlife and plant life. We try to keep our NAOS areas and washes as natural as possible. On occasion, we will remove dry grasses and dead wood that could pose a fire hazard. Unless presenting a drainage hazard, weeds are left in washes. Trees and plant life on the slopes are important to slope stability. Common Areas are those that are regularly maintained. Most of the washes in back of homes and many areas along MBV streets are considered to be in the Common Area. Weeds are removed, trees are pruned, cactus are trimmed, etc.

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2021 MountainBrook Village Labor Day Celebration

Time to light up Mountain-Brook will soon be here. I know you are all waiting to volunteer. So, mark your cal-endars for Monday, November 22nd. More information will be available in the November Mountaineer.

Send your photos to [email protected] to see your friends, and yourself, in print.

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