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It’s A Jungle Behind My HouseBy Debbie O’Brien

We’ve had quite a bit of late winter rains and now the hills are abundant with flowers, the trees are blooming and raining down yellow blossoms everywhere. And of course, the weeds alongside your house are getting knee high. What to do?

Coy Landscaping will spray the weeds, trim those dead or overhanging branches, and pick up tree and shrub debris in the Common Areas behind and beside your house.

If you would like to have areas addressed, come on down to the Activity Office and fill out a Common Area Landscaping Work Order Request. The forms are in our self-serve area in the lobby, on the counter below the TV. Then just leave it with the front desk. (Ask Shannon if you need help finding the form.) If you fill in a detailed explanation of what area needs work, then I can communicate it better to the Landscaping Company. Your Common Area Landscaping Request is entered into the MBV Work Order system, it’s sent over to the Landscaping Company. I need you to fill out the form in order to start the process, no phone messages please.

Please be patient, as Coy Landscaping maintains the campus grounds daily, all of the MountainBrook Village common areas and washes, as well as working on major corrective and improvement projects. They will notify me when the work is done.

If you have weeds or branches to be removed and your home is on the Golf Course, you’ll need to contact the Golf Course to have them clean up the area. MBV doesn’t own either golf course, so we can’t assign cleanup work to them. And our Landscaping Company doesn’t maintain the golf course areas.

Job OpportunityFirstService Residential, in partnership with MountainBrook Village currently has a

paid open part time position that we are looking to fill. This position will start at nightly at 10pm and will take approximately an hour to 2 hours to complete, 7 nights a week.

To review job description and apply, please click on the link below.https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?d=External&c=1143507#/If you have any questions, please contact Samantha Ross at 480-551-4301.

ARE YOU IN THE WAY?by Gary Hyde

Sometimes we just seem to be in the way, for good or for worse.This story is about someone who was recently in our way; she was not asked, she was not

invited, but she was certainly appreciated.I was out shopping for last minute Thanksgiving items today and was unloading the

groceries onto the cashier’s belt when I noticed that a lady just behind me in the line had two pumpkin pies; I decided I wanted another pumpkin pie also. They were just in the aisle ten feet away so I quickly left the line, retrieved the one additional pie, and quickly returned to the line. But then I noticed my wife Sharon was no longer with me. Sharon has dementia and so when I can’t see her, it is cause for concern. As I looked around I saw her walking down another aisle about ten feet away looking for me. The lady behind me also noticed the predicament and immediately left her place in line to go and retrieve Sharon. Shortly they both returned, arm in arm, as if they were old friends.

I am so grateful for the concern and actions of others who always seem to “be in our way” and seem to know all the right things to do. Love them all.

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MBV GUEST POLICY:

POOL & SPA 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM These policies are developed by the

Board of Directors primarily for the quiet use and enjoyment of the homeowners.

Guests using MBV Pools must be accompanied by the homeowner. If they are unaccompanied, they must have in their possession a Recreation Pass issued by the Activity Office.

Homeowners are responsible for picking up passes for their guests, as well as insuring that each guest understands and complies with all pool and spa rules and regulations.

If there are any questions or comments, you may contact the Activity Office at (480) 983-5555.

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PENDING SALES:8054 E Birdie Ln Desert Holly $299,500 Lori6466 S Fairway Dr Saguaro $265,000 Dawn8181 E Pinnacle Pl Lantana $249,000 Lisa8466 Aloe Dr Westchester $235,000 Lori5278 Diamond Cholla Jasmine $289,000 Shirley5730 Creosote Desert Holly $309,000 Lisa4648 Crimson Sunrise Desert Holly $409,000 Lori7747 Wildcat Estrella $257,700 Shirley7192 Canyon Wren Bayberry $299,900 Shirley4859 S Crimson Sunrise Bradshaw $444,500 Ronelle6466 S Fairway Mesquite $265,000 Dawn6653 S Fairway Saguaro $285,000 Dawn6321 S Eagle Ct Jasmine $248,500 Ronelle7317 E Palo Brea Lantana $189,000 Cathy

SOLD:6527 S Front Nine Dr Saguaro $229,000 Dawn8200 E Pinnacle Pl Bayberry $239,000 Lori8284 E Masters Rd Saguaro $255,000 Lori6121 S Sandtrap Dr Desert Holly $265,000 Cathy7643 Menodora Cir Acacia $299,000 Frances & Rick6251 S Sandtrap Palo Blanco $259,000 Lori7006 E Staghorn Circle Bayberry $242,500 Lori7621 E Rugged Ironwood Ocotillo $225,000 Shirley8433 E Jumping Cholla Westchester $315,000 Ronelle5585 S Mountain Foothills Desert Holly $242,500 Lori5555 S Juniper Hills Acacia $450,000 Lori & Dawn6238 Sandtrap Dr Saguaro $238,000 Lori6428 Sandtrap Dr Catalina $202,000 Lori8582 Brittle Bush Jasmine $222,000 Shirley

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Community Corner

Thank you for your confidence in your new Board! This year will be a busy one as we focus on TRANSPARENCY, COMMUNICATIONS and RESIDENT INPUT to enhance our buildings and grounds and overall value of these assets of MountainBrook Village!

I am very pleased to be working with Peter Cavoto (Board Vice President and Chair of the Architecture Committee); Wayne Walworth (Board Secretary); Ed Butler (Board Treasurer); and Pam Ingram (Director and Liaison for the Communications and Activities Committees) throughout the coming year.

We have a very experienced and talented pool of Committee Chairs (Chris Bukovac, Keith Charpentier, Larry England, Tami Tack and Claudia Vaughn) and Committee members. These individuals provide much of the analysis and recommendations to your Board throughout the year.

Your Board is committed to continually find ways to get your input and comments as we continue on the journey to make MountainBrook as attractive and desirable a home for all of us. We realize there is an upsurge in remodels, resales and a new generation of “Mountaineers” bringing a wealth of experience and camaraderie to our community! Keeping abreast of the retirement trends and ensuring we have a balanced

set of activities, amenities and services to meet both your needs and the next wave of Homeowners is an interesting balancing act.

We recently held 3 meetings to get your input into the Sunset and Activity Center buildings. Fine tuning the designs to make sure these remodels meet todays and upcoming needs is well underway. The final needs analysis will be completed mid-month and then we will enter the detailed design phase. Integrating your valuable input and using it with MBV resident Architects and Engineers has already resulted in significant improvements to the original plan. I will report progress on this key initiative over the coming months.

Our new Community General Manager, Suzanne Murray, has quickly provided the leadership for streamlining day-to-day Operations. As we close out another very successful year of events and many “firsts”, Jennifer McGraw (Lifestyle Director), Jan Pitts (Dances), Randy Ratcliff, Mike Worthy and Barbara Hofmeister (Follies) have raised the bar for a stellar season of enjoyment! Thanks to you and your teams!

Your Board looks forward to serving you and harnessing all your ideas to make MountainBrook an even better place to live and visit.

Please feel free to give a call or send an e-mail to any of us on your Board with your comments and suggestions!

Jerry Stevenson, HOA President

President's Corner

March 28, 2017 HOA Board Meeting Highlights

The Board meeting was called to order by HOA President Jerry Stevenson. All five members of the HOA Board were present: Peter Cavoto, Vice President, Ed Butler Treasurer and Secretary, Jerry Stevenson President, Pam Ingram Director; and Wayne Walworth, Director.

The consent agenda was reviewed and approved. Ed Butler reviewed our February Financials and emphasized our

strong financial position (Operating Cash $783,701; Reserve Cash $1,106,335 and an additional $60,449 in Restricted Cash Reserves compared to 2016. There were 12 homes sold last month compared to 7 in 2016.

Suzanne Murray gave the Community Manager’s report. The Board approved the following motions:The Five Year Planning Committee will be changed to the Planning

Committee as recommended by the Board. The Chairman will be Keith Charpentier along with Tom Roberson, BJ Jensen, Pat Hardy, and Mary Peters.

Wayne Walworth agreed to take over the Board Secretary position from Ed Butler who had been Secretary / Treasurer.

Jerry Stevenson gave an update on the Sunset Center and Activity Center Projects. These projects are moving forward with community input on their requirements.

After much analysis and input from the MountainBrook pool users, it was approved to return the two pools from chlorine to salt chlorine like it was most of last year.

The Architectural Committee proposed a change to Section 3.2.7.1 for General Requirement/Fences/Walls which was approved. It

applied to the height of fences around home owners pools.The Five Year Planning Committee presented the MBV Reserve

Study which was received and accepted by the board. The study indicates MountainBrook Village is in a strong reserve position.Submitted by Wayne Walworth, HOA Secretary

Community Forum April 2017Submitted by: Jerry Stevenson, President

Question: We have heard the Marquee sign by the Ocotillo is going to be replaced? When is that scheduled?

Response: This replacement sign was researched in 2015 and 2016 and reviewed at Coffee and News last year. After Board approval we have now received the go ahead permit from Pinal County. We expect installation will be completed in May. The sign has an electronic display and daily updates will be controlled remotely by FirstService. This display will be very visible and flexible and provide updates on upcoming MountainBrook events.

Question: Why don’t we have more dog-litter receptacles around the Community?

Response: Thank you for your question. FirstService Residential will review the existing ones and work with Coy to give the Board a recommendation on new installations.

Question: The new Fine Arts room is too small for even a small group. What can be done to give us Artists more space?

Response: Thank you for your feedback. We are looking to move the larger groups to other rooms. We are also considering removing some of the tables to provide more space in that room.

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April 2017

Caring CornerArlene Pytko, Caring Corner Chairman

In Memory: Leilani Marquardt, IWII Bob Cross, ER

If you should hear of someone who has passed away or is ill, please call Arlene @ 288-8011. Thank you.

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April 2017

CANYON COOKOUT: Season finale, Four Stars!

It seems like it was only yesterday when Canyon Cookout fired up the grills for the 2017 season. As last year, the cookout has again been a huge success. Plenty of return customers and an abundance of new faces as well; many weeks the number of guests served was record breaking.

The final Canyon Cookout for 2017 was held on Wednesday March 29. Sorry to have it end for the season, but all good things must come to an end, which leads me to the reason for the article: a HUGE THANK YOU to Jack Twa and Gene Prescott. Through their commitment and hard work the Canyon Cookout has been a tremendous success for the past two seasons. You saw them on Wednesday but their work involved the shopping and stocking days in advance as well. The agreement with the office to allow Jack to shop and maintain the inventory was indeed a big factor in the success of the cookout. This was something the cookout committee requested for years. Right hand man Gene (actually, he was usually on Jack’s left at the cookout) was tireless and he also deserves a thank you since he accomplished this in his spare time while serving as the board president. That was no easy endeavor.

There were many other volunteers through the season; each week you might have noticed either a new face or a familiar face behind the counter. Don’t forget the gals ducking in and out to refill the table; plenty of ‘behind the scenes’ work goes on during the cookout. The ladies and gents who volunteered all deserve a thank you for the donation of their time and energy. We can’t forget to thank Loretta Milton; two words: Bread Pudding. Thank you Loretta.

Jack and Gene are not only hanging up their spatulas for this season, they have decided to permanently turn the task over to new faces. Gary and Jamie Dueling from Michigan have stepped forward to run the Canyon Cookout. Gary and Jamie are back in Michigan until October. They worked with Jack and team at the cookout plus went shopping prior to their departure. They’ve been very involved with food prep in times past and she’s licensed to work in a church kitchen. More about them when they return.

And don’t forget; it’s a lot of fun to work this event but we need volunteers. Think about next season and please prepare to help Gary and Jamie continue to have a successful Canyon Cookout.

Again, thanks to Jack Twa and his entire Canyon Cookout team. Looking forward to the 2018 Season starting next January.

The Dance Season is Over Our dance season concluded with a Mad Hatter Themed event featuring live music by our

own Chuck Pitts! This was a FREE event for residents, as our thank you for your ongoing support for our monthly dances. We were pleased to see so many new faces on the dance floor, as well as those who just wanted to come and listen to the great bands and music. Plans for next year are well underway and we look forward to providing monthly updates in the Mountaineer over the summer. As in the band Player's 1978 song title, we anticipate that you will plan to "Join in the Dance", next year.

MBV POOLS East pool is the only Pool, with limited swimming hours,

for Children (under 18)

EAST POOL Hours-Daily & Weekends 6am-8am Lap Swim Only 8am-10am Adult Swim 10am-2pm Adult & Children 3 and Above 2pm-4:30pm Adult Swim 4:30pm-6:30pm Adult & Children 3 and Above 6:30pm-10pm Adult Swim

WEST POOLADULTS ONLY

Pool Closed for Maintenance

WEST pool May 1-4, 2017EAST pool May 8-11, 2017

HOT TOPICHOA Statements – If you are not in MBV the first week of

June, stop by the office and change your address so you will be sure to receive your statement. The Post Office won’t forward them, even if you put in a forwarding address. Don’t risk the chance of a late payment charge.

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April 2017

THEATREBill Wash

The actors took their final bows as the curtain closed and lights dimmed on the last performance of The Odd Couple (Female Version). Roger Renstrom (aka Manolo) called Director Mary Stoalabarger to the stage. As Mary was surrounded by the cast of eight actors, Roger thanked her for her directorial efforts over the last two months and assured her that she made it a fun experience for all. He then informed the audience that Mary is retiring from directing after having directed The Second Time Around in 2010, Ghost Of A Chance in 2011, The Dinner Party in 2012, Lovers Leap in 2014 and The Odd Couple (Female Version) in 2017. Her reason for retiring is a serious back surgery procedure scheduled shortly after the closing of the play. Mary spoke to the audience, sharing that as a director she is stepping down on an emotional high by the success of The Odd Couple (FV). Although she will no longer direct plays, she is looking forward to rejoining the Theatre by appearing on stage as an actress. We all wish Mary the best. Please see the accompanying photo of Mary surrounded by her The Odd Couple (FV) cast.

When one curtain closes, another opens. Randy Ratcliff will direct You Can’t Take It With You, a comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman scheduled for February 22-24, 2018. Auditions were held March 8 & 9. “The longest day in an actor’s life is waiting for a phone call the day after auditions”. Following are the names of actors awarded a role and the character they will play, listed in the

order they are named in the script: Shirley Renstrom as Penny; Chris Rinker as Essie; Linda Belland as Rheba; Roger Renstrom as Paul; Jerry Olm as De Pinna; David Huffman as Ed; Mike Melichar as Donald; Jim Mosier as Grandpa; Sue Mashek as Alice; Bob Carnahan as Henderson; John Soper as Tony; Dick Brennan as Kohlenkov; Karen Carnahan as Gay; Bill Wash as Mr. Kirby; Mary Stoalabarger as Mrs. Kirby; Bud Wolf and Michele Maanum as G.I. men; and Barb Wolf as The Grand Duchess Olga Katrina. Yes, this will be the largest cast to appear on the MBV stage in a play, nine of whom will be making their acting debut. Although Randy has directed many plays in the past, this will be his first at MBV. Randy selected this play because “It’s funny, has been on Broadway many times, been made into a movie and has stood the test of time”.

Next month, we will announce the results of the voting to replace members of the Theatre Board whose terms have expired.

Wave Cave Hiking from David Larson

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The Bright AngelGary Hyde

The park brochure says that the canyon is 277 miles long, up to 18 miles wide, with an average depth of one mile. There are 15 major trails which provide access to the canyon and we chose to take the 7.1 mile long Kaibab Trail, which would lead us down the 4,500 foot elevation drop to the Phantom Ranch where we would stay the night. The brochure says “A unique resort providing all facilities for a comfortable stay at the bottom of the Grand Canyon”. Our plan was to stay overnight at the Phantom Ranch and then hike out of the canyon the next day using the 9.5-mile-long Bright Angel Trail.

We left the Phantom Ranch at 6:04 A.M. this morning, and have finally reached the half-way point at Indian Garden campgrounds. We were now ready for a twenty minute break, taking time to rest and eat our lunch. The 20 minutes goes all too fast and it’s once again time to hit the trail. This morning’s trek from Phantom Ranch to Indian Garden has taken us 3 ½ hours to travel 5 miles, with an elevation gain of 1476 feet. We now have 4 ½ miles remaining with an elevation gain of 2948 feet before we reach the top of the South Rim, our final destination. The trail has a slight incline for ¾ miles until we reach the side of the canyon and then it’s up, up, up, in a series of switchbacks that take us to the top.

By this time my knees are aching from yesterday’s descent into the canyon, and my legs are aching from today’s climb out. I have blisters on both feet and my every muscle is stressed from this climb. You know you’re tired when you can see you’re about to step in a pile of mule poop and don’t even try to avoid it.

We have been passed by three mule teams already this morning; some are carrying supplies down or back from the Phantom Ranch, while others are burdened down with tourists who have come to see the beauty of the canyon, but opt to go by mule rather than by foot. We are also beginning to encounter more hikers on the trail. Some stayed the night down at the Phantom Ranch and are now beginning to overtake us, while others had come down from the top of the South Rim just this morning. We had covered about two of the switchbacks when we met up with a group of three young men resting alongside the trail. I briefly talked with them and learned that they had come down the day before, stayed the night at Indian Gardens, and were now on the return trip back up.

A couple more switchbacks up and the trail began to parallel a high rock wall, stained with black, green and white streaks caused by years of winds and rain. It was a beautiful sight so I stopped to take a picture. When I finished taking the picture I looked down the trail and noticed the three young men walking towards us. But two of them were now carrying the third. I quickly asked them if he was hurt and could we be of any help? “No” they exclaimed, “he just can’t walk very well”. A further conversation revealed that their friend was disabled and for the most part confined to a wheel chair.

It had been the boy’s lifelong dream to hike the Grand Canyon, but being confined to a wheel chair it had been nothing more than a dream. Then his three friends decided that they could help to make it more than just a dream. They figured that they could actually make

it happen. They planned out the hike, received a hiking permit from the park service, packed their gear, set him in his wheel chair, and started on the journey of a lifetime. Down the canyon they went, over the bumpy Bright Angel trail, one carrying the pack and the other two trying to keep the wheel chair upright as it jostled down the trail. They kept this up for about a mile until the trail became so rough that they had to discard the wheel chair and carry him down the rest of the way in their arms. One boy took the pack ahead for about three-hundred yards, while the other two carried the boy for a hundred yards, rested, went another hundred yards, rested, and then caught up with the pack bearer. One would then trade off carrying the pack while the other helped carry the boy, who must have weighed at least 130 pounds. Carry, rest, carry, rest, a hundred yards at a time until they had covered the remaining 3 ½ miles of the trail. They stayed the night at the Indian Garden campground and now they were struggling their way up the canyon trail to the top.

I was so taken with this act of service that I could barely speak. When I gained enough composure to stammer something out I asked if we could be of any help. “No thanks, we can make it” they said. I did offer them some of my water, my box of raisins, even my Oreo cookies, all of which they gratefully accepted. Seeing that they were OK, albeit tired, we wished them the best of luck and continued up the trail on our own journey. We still had to traverse an innumerable number of switchbacks to cover the remaining 3 ½ miles and 3000 foot elevation gain, but our steps were a little lighter, and our spirits a lot higher.

That day hiking out of the Grand Canyon, we had witnessed something even more beautiful than the splendor and grandeur of the canyon itself, even with its 277 miles of length, 18 miles of width, and one mile of depth. We witnessed the awesome beauty of one of Gods greatest creations. We saw three young men saying “Thank you God for all you have given us, now how can we repay you”?

“Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” (Matt. 25:40.)

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April 2017

Artist of the MonthDavid LarsenI have been an active photographer

since high school. In my early career, I worked in marketing and product management for two major photo companies. I later taught Photography and Digital Photography at a community college. I am now devoting my time to fine art, portrait and real estate

photography. The photos displayed are of the ApacheLand movie ranch.

ApacheLand was built in 1959-60 and was the site for many western television shows and movies. My photos were mostly taken in 2003, before it was destroyed by fire on February 14, 2004.

The barn and “Elvis” chapel survived the fire and are now located at the Superstition Mountain Museum. More of the ApacheLand history is available at the museum or on the web.

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

The Mountaineer recently sought contributing articles, and since I formerly owned a tour and travel company, and am always searching for unique venues to take our winter guests, I thought I'd share some of these out-of-the-way places with my fellow MountainBrook residents.

This initial visit is to the Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery which features “The Eddie Basha Collection”. As you approach the gallery at 22402 S. Basha Road in Chandler, you feel like you're in an industrial district instead of about to embark on a world class collection of Western American and American Indian art. The gallery is attached to Basha's corporate offices and warehouse distribution center.

Eddie Basha's Aunt Zelma instilled in him the love of art, and that, combined with a degree in history from Stanford, is what turned a hobby of collecting art into a passion which he enjoyed with his aunt for over 30 years. The gallery which features over 3,000 artifacts is separated into several distinct areas such as the hand-woven baskets from the Pima, Yavapai and Apache tribes primarily from the 1800's. There is a separate area for Indian pottery which depicts the various religious and ceremonial aspects of the tribes. Zuni fetishes of mountain lions, wolves, badgers, bears and eagles are featured along with some jewelry displays. The majority of the museum is dedicated to some spectacular Western and Indian paintings. My favorite display area (and probably because we have our own little collection of kachinas) was the Hopi Katsinas. These hand-carved wooden “spirit gods” are simply sensational.

If you're looking for someplace a little different and out-of-the-way, then the Basha Gallery is worth the trip. And the best part about this gallery.........it's FREE! Made me want to go shop at Basha's as a little pay-back for what they are contributing to our community.

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This, That & Other Things

Recipe RoundupDuring the past week I have

heard people talking about a recipe they want from an event they attended here at MountainBrook Village. Diana and I thought if we post the request in the Mountaineer, with luck the person with knowledge of the recipe will send an email to mountaineer@mbvaz.org . The recipe will be printed in the following edition of the Mountaineer. Hopefully, the recipe will not exceed our 500 word limit for articles. This just might open up an opportunity for a new column.

Request: A delicious roasted potato salad, served at the Illinois Party held on Sunday, March 13. I was fortunate to get one of the last servings of this dish and I will verify that it is very good.

Waiting for the response. Thank you all in advance!

Look pleasant and laugh. Life is taking your photograph

Success Abounds:

“This week I passed two bakeries without going in.”

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Hummingbird babies in a nest in our lime tree by Sue Reynolds

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Tidbits

Pool Umbrellas The pool umbrellas have been picked up to be refurbished. They are expected to be returned in the next week to ten days. We are

currently using the umbrellas in front of the superstition until they are returned.

Pool Chaise Loungers

Six chaise loungers will be out at the pool next week for a test. Please come to check them out. They will be labeled “test” on

them.

BINGO AV The connector for the BINGO machine has been replaced.

Fitness Room

The planning committee is working with our fitness users in determining needs of the community. Three fitness balls will be

ordered and put into the fitness room as soon as they arrive.

Electronic Marquee Sign The County has approved the marquee sign that is in front of the

campus. Bids are currently being pulled for the electrical that will be needed to run this sign. This is expected to be installed in the

next 6-8 weeks.

Stage Curtain The new stage curtain is in the process of being ordered and

installed. This was an insurance claim and there was not out of pocket cost from the association.

Activity Office Roof / Sunset Center Roof

Activity Office roofing project has been completed. Sunset Center Roofing project is still in process. The building is still open for

use during this time. Thank you for your patience as we finish this roof.

Tennis Court Warranty Repairs

Warranty repairs will be made to the tennis courts in May-June time frame.

Working Meeting

The next working meeting is scheduled for April 18, 2017 following coffee and news. (appx. 9:30am)

HOA Board Meeting

The next HOA Meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2017 following coffee and news. (appx 9:30am)

SWIMMING POOL & SPA RULES AND REGULATIONS

Pool Rules: (see signs in pool area for complete list of rules)Pool gates must be kept closed at all times. No entry without

guest pass or fob.Children under eighteen (18) must be accompanied by an

adult.No children under the age of three (3) are permitted in the

pools.Absolutely no diapers of any kind are allowed in the pools.Running, diving or jumping into the water IS NOT

PERMITTED.With the exception of service animals, pets are strictly

prohibited in the pool area.Radios/music devices are permitted only if used with

earphones.Glass containers are strictly prohibited.Food, including snacks, is not permitted in the pool deck area. Smoking in the pool area is strictly prohibited.

Just a daily reminder by Barb Haag

Spa Rules: No one under 18 years of age

permitted in SPAALL POOL RULES ALSO APPLY

TO THE SPA.Hours of operation are 6:00am to 10:00pm

daily.Maximum occupancy is twelve (12) individuals.The spa is heated to 103 degrees.

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

7am L/I Aerobics-MPC 7am Pickleball-A 7am L/I Aerobics-MPC 7am Pickleball-A 7am L/I Aerobics-MPC 7am Pickleball-A 8am Poker-SS 7am Pickleball-A 8am Poker-SS 7am Pickleball-A 8am Tennis RR 8am Ladies Tennis 8am Tennis RR 9am Coed Coloring-SC 8am Tennis RR 8:30am Pottery-AC 9am Pilates-MPC 8:30am Yoga-SS 9am Pilates-MPC 8:30am Yoga 9am Men’s R/Table-SC 9am Ceramics-AC 8:30am Pottery-AC 9am Ceramics-AC 8:30am Pottery-AC

9am Ladies Bible Study 9am Coffee & News-SC 9am Men’s R/Table-SC 9am Men’s R/Table-SC 9am Men’s R/Table-SC 9am Pickleball-B 9:30am Mah Jongg-SS 9am Pickleball-B 9am Pickleball-B 9am Pickleball-B 9am Beg. Mah Jongg-SS 9am Pickleball-B 9:30am Bocce Ball 9:30am Tai Chi-SS 9am Pilates-MPC 9:30am Tai Chi-SS 10am Knitting-MR 10am Men’s Tennis 9:30am Oil Painting-OAC 9:30am Bocce Ball

9:30am Bocce Ball 10:30am Line Dance Practice-MPC

10am Ladies Tennis 12pm Pickleball 12pm Pickleball 12pm Pickleball 10am Nat’l Mah Jongg-SS 12pm Pickleball 12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS 12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS 12:30pm Mah Jongg-SS 10am Mexican Train-SS

12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS 1pm Pinochle-SS 1pm Game Day-SS 1pm Mixed Bridge-SS 10am Mixed Doubles Tennis 12:45pm Canasta-SS 1pm Men’s Bridge-SS 1pm Wellness Class-MPC 1pm Nat’l Mah Jongg-SS 12pm Pickleball

1pm Ladies Bridge-SS 1:30pm Oriental Mah Jongg-SS 1pm Bunco-SS 12:30pm TX Hold’em-SS

1pm Mah Jongg-SS 2pm Pickleball-Open 2pm Pickleball-Open 1pm Wii Bowling-MPC 1pm Canasta-SS

1pm Woodcarving-OAC 5pm Social-SC 6:30pm Card Bingo-MR 1pm TX Hold’em-SS 2pm Pickleball-Open 2pm Pickleball-Open 6:30pm Dup Bridge-SS 6:30pm Ping Pong-MPC 2pm Pickleball-Open

3pm Bocce Ball 6:30pm Darts-MPC 7pm Pinochle-SS

4pm Whine & Cheese-SC 4pm Dance Practice-MPC

6:30pm Bingo-SC

EAST POOL SATURDAY ROOM KEY SUNDAY WEST POOL

6am Lap Swim 7am Pickleball-A Superstition Center-SC 7am Pickleball-A 6am Lap Swim

8am Adult Swim 8am Poker-SS Sunset-SS 9am Pickleball-B 8am Ladies Aquacise

10am Adult & Children 3 & Above 8:30am Pottery-AC Mesquite Room-MR 12pm Pickleball 9am Aquacise

2pm Adult Swim 9am Pickleball-B 9am Men’s R/Table-SC Art Center-AC

1pm Oriental Mah Jongg-SS 10am Adult Swim

4:30pm Adult & Children 3 & Above 12pm Pickleball Palo Verde Room-PV 2pm Pickleball-Open

10am Co-Ed Water Aerobics - M-Th

6:30pm Adult Swim 1pm Scrabble-MR Multi-Purpose Center-MPC 3pm Chess-SS 2:30pm Water Volleyball

2pm Pickleball-Open Ocotillo Arts/Crafts-OAC 4:30pm Adult Swim

MountainBrook Village Weekly Activities

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OFFICE UPDATES MEN’S LET’S DO LUNCH LADIES LET’S DO LUNCH BUS TRIP MBV SERVICES Stop by office! Sign Up in Office Sign Up in Office Ft. McDowell Casino Recreation Passes Welcome to

MountainBrook If you are a new

resident, say Hello and get a Welcome Packet

5/1 - Meet 11:30am Santan Brewing

Company 8 S San Marcos Pl

Chandler

4/17 - Meet 11:30am High Tide Seafood 2540 S Val Vista Dr

Gilbert

6:30am MBV Bus Pick-up

On Campus Free transportation,

Free Bingo $10 Crown Credits

Did you know that you can receive a

Recreation Pass for your family and

guests while they Visit?

HomeOwners Before you leave town don’t forget to do your

address change!

6/5 - Meet 11:30am AZ Wilderness Brewing

Co. 721 North Arizona Ave

Gilbert

5/15 - Meet 11:30am Thirsty Lion

2212 E Williams Field Rd Stop by office to sign

up

4/26, 5/10, 5/24,

6/7, 6/21 Sign up in office

Each Household is

limited to 1 free Recreation Pass.

Quick Glance Dance Season SAVE THE DATE HEALTH & WELLNESS Activities 10/20 - Variety Music 10/31 - Welcome Back Breakfast 11/4 - GC Business Fair 11/11 - Veterans Day 11/18 - Art Fair 11/23 - Thanksgiving

10/27 – Fright Night Outside the Line Band

11/10 – Celebrate

America Eric The Entertainer

MBV Bingo Every Monday Night

6:30pm Superstition Center

Wellness Class Wednesdays - MPC

1pm - (Free)

No Sign Up Required

Computer Class Wednesday 9 - 11am 4/19 Conquer Emails 4/26 Conquer Viruses

5/3 Conquer MS $50 (MR)

Sign up in Office

11/25 - Garage Sale 12/1 & 2 - VV Concert 1/4/18 - Volunteers Brunch 1/6 - Neil Diamond

12/15 – Festival of Lights Desert Reign Band

12/31 – New Years

Snake Eyes

Fitness Room For Instructions on

weights or equipment Call Don or Dawn

Wagner 480-982-0108

4/19 – Chair Stretch & Qigong

Line Dancing On Tuesdays is done for the season. Hope to see you next year!

1/26 - Mark Cordes Comedy 1/28 - Band Concert 2/2 - Variety Show W/Brad Fitch 2/22–24 - MBV Play 3/3 - Art Fair

1/19/18 – All things Bright

& Beautiful Imagine Band

2/16 – That’s Amore The Midnight Suns

Blood Drive

Red Cross 4/26 9am-2pm

Superstition

4/26 – Learn

Massage Trigger Points

5/3 – Meditation

Arts & Crafts Class

4/18 Derby Hats $5-$20 4/26 Music Boxes $10

5/02 Derby Hats $5-$20 5/10 Make Jewelry $15 5/24 Make Perfume $10

9:30AM - 11:30AM (OAC)

3/9 & 10 - VV Concert 3/14 - New Residents 3/17 - Car Show 3/21 - Fashion Show 3/24 - Garage Sale 3/25 - Band Concert

3/16 – Beach Party S.W Surfers

4/13 – Flash Back

Southern Drawl

Kentucky Derby Party 5/6 at 2pm

Superstition Center BYOB

Bring a dish to pass!

5/10 – Balance

5/17 – Chair Stretch & Qigong

Karaoke 4/27 - Thursday 6 - 8PM (MPC)

Monthly Upcoming Events

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Bring your family, friends and neighbors and come enjoy the sunset, food and fun!

FOOD TRUCK ROUND UP& Vendor Extravaganza

April 20, 2017, 4-7pmGold Canyon Professional Suites,

6589 S. Kings Ranch Road, Gold Canyon, AZ, 85118.Sponsored by Gold Canyon Professional Suites and Gold

Canyon Dentistry

By Pam BurksThe Food Truck Round Up is bringing local food trucks to the center

of your community for a chance to sample some of Phoenix’s fine foods. It is a great chance to meet neighbors and enjoy our famous spring weather. We will be featuring The “Modern Tortilla Food Truck” with their Mexican cuisine and southwestern flare, the local “Lobster Lady” and her fresh from Maine lobster and seafood menu, and “Old School Grub” serving their old-fashioned, tummy-filling comfort food. To top it off, “DeMarco’s Italian Ice and Gelato” will be favoring us with a sweet treat to finish out the evening.

While enjoying the fabulous food outside, the “creative craftsmen and women” of the East Valley will be inside the Suites showcasing their talents and designs. Come find the jewelry making area where you can learn to make a pair of earrings. Gold Canyon Professional Suites will be presenting vendors such as Ethereal Beauty Spa, Young Living Essential Oils, LuLaRoe Clothing, Norwest Cleaning, Lipsense Make-Up, Dash of Sweets, Paparazzi Jewelry, Angie’s Creations, crafts and more! We cannot wait to see you all there!

Attention Business Owners: Why not be part of the Gold Canyon Professional Suites, with office spaces ranging from 122 sf. to 3200 sf. and prices starting as little as $300 a month, you can find a space to fulfill your needs. Gold Canyon Executive Suites (GCES) offers a professional reception area, a break room, an executive conference room for your professional meetings and finely appointed lavatories. The Professional Suites currently host Gold Canyon Dentistry (Dr. Pam McMahon, DDS), Nutrition Science life (CJ Miller, BSNS), Gold Canyon Mortgage, Arizona Behavioral Consulting (W. Michael Munion, MA, LPC), Gold Canyon Massage (Lauren Holly, LMT), American National Insurance (Aaron Anderson) and Catherine Greey, PLC. Whether you desire a satellite home-office or a professional location for your business, Gold Canyon Professional Suites can provide that space for you. Come see the finest executive space that beautiful Gold Canyon has to offer!

Free Community

Document ShreddingOn Saturday, April 22, 2017 free document

shredding is being offered from 10am to 1pm. This is being offered at the parking lot of 6140 S. Kings Ranch Road. For every box brought to shred, please bring an item or can of food for the Apache Junction food Bank for

donation.

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CLASSES, GROUPS & CLUBS

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

noon on the first Monday of the month. Sign up one week ahead and walk-ins are welcome. We pay 50 cents for small prizes. Questions: Call Barbara Osborn @ 982-9408. Winners this month were: Suzy Cavoto, Nancy Waechter, Kathleen Scheffler, Marilyn Peterson

MENS BRIDGEMeets every Tuesday at 1:00 pm in the Sunset Room. We will

resume play October 11th. New players are welcome, 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. Come and enjoy a friendly group. Questions? 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. Duplicate bridge offers an enjoyable and different format. Questions? Call Marie Valburg @ 474-8992.

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

Sunset Center A. We also play every Friday from 1pm – 4pm in the Sunset Center. If you would like to learn we will be happy to teach you. It is easy to learn and everyone has a lot of fun. If you are interested, call JoAnn Skow at 671-3298.

Chess Club Love the game? Please join us for Chess Club on Sunday at 3pm in

the Sunset Center, Room A. We provide mentoring and guaranteed fun. For more information please contact Pam Lane-Garon @ 559-260-3379.

The Famous Cooney Men's Golf League

Plays every Monday morning at MountainBrook Golf Course. We have a group rate and occasional contests with prizes. Enjoy golfing with friends or make some new golfing buddies. For sign up information call Chet Haines at 671-1066 or email lipsnlaw@aol.com.

Ladies Nine Hole Golf Golf on Mondays at 8am at Gold Canyon Sidewinder. Questions?

call Marlies @ 983-3122.

THE ABRAMS' MEN'S GOLF GROUP

Plays on Wednesdays at the MountainBrook Golf Course. Enjoy golfing with a group rate. Call Lonnie B @ 972-352-9654 or kathylonnie@hotmail.com for Tee Times and sign-in. (Formerly Peter’s Golf Group)

MountainBrook Back NineAre you ready for golf? Just for us girls. MountainBrook Back

Nine meet Thursday Mornings. Call Mary at 480-983-3117 for full details

Queen Valley Golf GroupThis is a mixed group of golfers. We play on Wednesdays, come

and join us at one of the more challenging courses around. Tee times start around noon all winter long. We will start the season on Wednesday, November 9th, first tee time is 11:37, we have 5 tee times set up. If you are interested, send an email to jan.walton@yahoo.com. After golf, socialize with us at our favorite watering hole. See you there, Butch and Jan Williams.

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.

BRIDGE WITH MBV

Golf WITH MBVChanges to Classes, Groups and Clubs

Going forward please limit your articles to 150 words. Most of the articles already comply, but there are some that are over that limit and because of space constraints, we need to put a restriction on the length.

If you still have more information that you want to have available for your group, please put a note in your article to “visit the website for further information”. Please send the longer article to Chris at

webteam@mbvaz.org. Thank you, your Mountaineer Staff.

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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 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.

Low Impact Aerobics and MoreJoann J.

We are here all summer! This is for all those active MBV residents. Come join us for low impact aerobics, toning and Zumba in the Ocotillo Center from 7-8am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Classes are all year round and they are free. It is a group of ladies working out to CD’s and learning steps together. For questions call the exercise leader, Joann J. 983-9620.

FREE Exercise ClassJoin us for Pilates Video in the Ocotillo Building. We workout from

9:00 to 9:45 am on Tuesdays, Thursdays and some Fridays. For men and women. You will need to bring a mat. Our final class this season will be April 28. For more information, call or text Jan Grant at 605-929-8719

ZUMBAGet 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 Ocotillo room at the fitness center. Zumba “Gold” fitness is designated movements 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.

by Judy FitzpatrickThe January club tournament was a rousing

success. The theme was based around a Super Bowl format with a red and a blue team. The blues came out the winners but each were awarded a bottle of wine at the awards dinner on Sunday, January 29, in the Sunset Room.

Ken and Dixie Nelson, Alice Reuter, and Kathie Baken were thanked for directing the tournament. Hosts for the catered dinner were Darlene Schmittling and Bill and Jan Mullins. Dixie Nelson is conducting tennis drills on court 2 from 3-5 PM each Thursday. All levels are welcome. Round Robin play continues M, W, F from 8-10 AM. This is a good way to meet new players and have fun doing it. Again, MBV residents are welcome. The next tournament will be March 23, 24, and 25. Come on down to the courts and make some new friends while getting good exercise.

TENNIS TALK

Tuesday Mah JonggJoin us every Tuesday in the Sunset

Center, beginning at 9:30am. We play using the National Mah Jongg League card and rules. You can play morning, afternoon or all day (bring a lunch!). We welcome all newcomers and any Mah Jongg player who may feel a bit rusty. We promise to make it a fun time for all.

KNITTINGWelcome to knitting! We are a

group that meets 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. Sometimes we have a new pattern that we are all knitting, and other times we are all working on different projects. We offer help in understanding patterns and learning new stitches. Feel free to join us any Tuesday morning, meet our knitters, and decide if the Knitters Group appeals to you. If you have any questions, please call Judi at 314-435-1552.

STAMPIN UP WITH CAROLStampin Up with Carol- This is a monthly

greeting card class. You will make 4 cards for $15.00 using Stampin Up products. You will create cards for a variety of occasions. This is an ideal class for new stampers to experienced stampers. All products except for adhesive & scissors will be provided. Classes will be April 18th & 20th. The last class until fall will be May 9th. The signup sheet will be in the office for the next class until the Saturday before. If you need to sign up after that, please contact me. I can be reached at 708-612-9112 or email me at cmc1055@att.net. The classes are held in the Ocotillo Arts & Craft Room at 1:00.

Ladies Bible StudyWe meet each month on the 1st,

3rd, and 4th Mondays of the month in the Palo Verde Room and on the 2nd Monday of the month in the Mesquite Room. Each week we start at 9 a.m. We would be delighted to have you join us as together we grow in God’s Word! Any questions? Please feel free to call Eunice DeKonty @ 983-1665.

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Fairway Vista's HOA Greetings, This posting in the Mountaineer will repeat for the

next few months unless there is something urgent to address.

Our next meeting is April 20th at 9:30 am at the Sunset Center. Mark your calendars if you wish to attend. The fall meetings resume on September 28th. Mark your calendars if you have any concerns to address or to support your Board’s efforts to serve you.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS TO HAVE ON SPEED DIAL (i.e., irrigation, landscaping, paint)

Issues concerning Fairway Vista Neighborhood Association properties, call the main response number for Associa of AZ, OUR property managers at 480 892 5222 or e-mail: phxcst@associa.us . Associa will address your property problem. Associa will contact board members if there is an issue that may need the Boards attention. NOTE: The washes are the responsibility of MVB. After hours’ emergency number is: 480 898 4202.

Respectfully, Gene Menne

Ladies BuncoOur ladies Bunco Group has extended the dates for this “fun

group”. We now get to 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. All you need to know is how to throw those dice to win. Please call Arlene at 288-8011 for information.

Artist of the MonthHave you noticed the beautiful displays of art in the MBV library? Did

you know these are all done by local MBV residents? We are so blessed to have such a variety of truly great artists in our community and thank them for sharing their gifts with us. If you are one of these talented people and would like to display some of your work, give us a call and we will set up a month for you. Jan or David Larsen 307-632-1703.

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

BingoBingo every Monday at MountainBrook Village Superstition Center

starting Oct. 3rd. Start time is 6:30 pm. $10 admission for your card and $1 for the special. Beverages and snacks available at a modest cost. Come join the fun! The bigger the attendance, the bigger the prizes. For more information, call Joan Archer 480-288-0891.

MountainBrook Women’s Investment Club

has been successfully in existence since 1999. Our motto is “We are smarter collectively, than we are individually”. We have several openings for new members, so if you want to learn more about investing in the stock market contact Loretta Milton 480 474-9958

PinochleBarb Hofmeister

The Thursday evening group has been having great attendance this winter. We are excited for all the players who join us weekly. High scores this month were scored by the following people: Ray Needham, 565. LaVoyce Nolan 548, Delores OFallon 520, Nellie Moore 664 and on the same night Ed Joyce tied with Nellie with another 664. Another night Ed Joyce topped 607 for the high score. March 16th Barb Hofmeister reached 608 and Linda Sandell came in second with 566. Three times on March 16 Barb witnessed three different players (herself included) who ended up with all but one card for a double run which is very rare. One of these nights someone will do it. Will it be you? Come early if you need a little refresher on pinochle.

The Tuesday Afternoon Ladies’ Pinochle Group It was exciting to have the snowbirds play with us on Tuesday afternoon. The first place winner was Raquel James for her 9 games –a total high so far. There were four 2nd place winners with 6 games for each ---Diane Kissner, Suzanne Kadlec, Sharon Hanson and Maria Langley. We had an interesting “once in a lifetime” hand this month. Suzanne Kadlec with her partner Diane Kissner laid down a double run of hearts to take the game. If you are interested in playing pinochle come join us Tuesdays 1-3 in Sunset Room A. For info call 480-671-4030.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY by Nancy Bozek

Our heartfelt thanks to all MBV residents for helping to make ourBook-Give-Away a success. Our thanks also to Dirk & John for getting us set up in our outdoor venue.At the library we have MBV performances on DVD. The discs are

located in the corner shelving unit next to the Blue Ray DVDs. If you were unable to attend the performances this is your opportunity to see what you missed.

We know some of you will be heading to your second home and we hope you have a summer filled with fun, family and of course books.

Thank you for your generosity to the library.

www.raysprinting.net480.982.3087

We Print Everything!

MBV Pottery ClubDid you know we have a glass fusing kiln in the Fired Arts Center?

This, along with our regular kiln, allows the ceramics and glass group to offer the ability to create lovely pieces of fused glass and slumped glass bottles along with traditional ceramics art. Several Open Houses have been held this season to introduce both fusion and slumping to the community. More are planned for late summer and the fall/winter season. Fusing classes are also being offered: contact Pat Blakely listed below for the current schedule. Supplies for fusion are available for purchase from the Ceramics and Glass Group. Supplies for glass slumping are include in the monthly ceramics fee of $5.00.

The Ceramics and Glass group is scheduled for all day Tuesdays and Thursdays. Instructors are available starting at 1:00. Ceramics classes are offered throughout the year and are announced at Coffee and News with sign-up sheets in the office. For further information contact: Pat Blakely-482-982-5491, Janet Christopherson-480-845-1521, Kathy Garney-480-982-2850, Mollie Lingval-360-417-2967, Les VanGelder-480-822-8234

Wii BowlingWii Bowling is every Thursday in the OR at 1:00.

On March 23rd Jerry Curtis bowled a “PERFECT” 300 game. We congratulate Jerry on this amazing game.

Come join us and give Jerry some competition.

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Book Discussion for April by Peggy Malsom

The Book Discussion Group has compiled a list of books for consideration for the 2017-18 season. The final selection will be made at the April meeting and published in the May Mountaineer. When I know, you’ll know.

• A Man Called Ove: A Novel by Fredrik Backman• Lincoln in the Bardo by George Sanders• News of the World by Paulette Jiles• A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles• The Road We Traveled by Jane Kirkpatrick• The Memory Weaver: A Novel by Jane Kirkpatrick• The Daughter’s Walk: A Novel by Jane Kirkpatrick• When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi• The General vs the President: MacArthur and Truman at the Brink of Nuclear War by H.W. Brands• The Girl Before by JP Delaney• The Cold Dish (Longmire mystery) by Craig Johnson• American Nations: A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America by Colin Woodward.

PICKLEBALL NEWS by Bud Morrison

Welcome back Pickleballers to a new season! If you’re new to MBV or a longtime resident wanting to finally get in on the action, 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.

Bocce Ball Great News! We have new Bocce Ball Courts! If you want to make

new friendships, have fun and hear laughter, then come to the Bocce Ball Courts on any Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. You need not be experienced to play.

Renovation should be completed mid-December. We will begin playing on Wednesday, December 14th. Our thanks to the “Building & Grounds Committee and to the Board for approval of the renovation of our Bocce Ball Courts. For additional information, please contact Carol Adkins at (303) 881 4857.

WELCOME TO MBV CERAMICSThe Ceramics Group at MountainBrook Village is setting aside the

second Tuesday morning of every month to offer demonstrations and instruction on both glass slumping and glass fusion. Instructors will be available on these Tuesdays from 9:30 to 12:30 in the Fired Arts Center. These sessions will cover the various products and processes that can be used as well as hands on experience to build a glass “object d’art”. Supplies will be available for purchase or individuals may bring their own. This is open to all residents of MountainBrook Village. Please join us. For more information please call: Pat Blakely - (480) 982-5491, Mollie Lingvall - (360) 417-2967, Les Van Gelder – (480) 288-8234.

Music at MountainBrookAll are welcome to join, bring your voices and instruments!Thursday, April 27, we are going to hold a Karaoke night from

6-8 in the Ocotillo Room. Bring your voices and join in the fun and BYOB.

Hosted by Greg Anderson, 612-385-5986 and Rick Robbins, 518-755-8792.

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Tuesday Hikers on Silly Mountain

Pony and Rider checking out Palo Brea back yards for an evening sunset ride.

Photo Poppies by David Larsen

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

Pam Burks.Procedure for submission: * Articles (500

words or less, using Times New Roman 11) should be emailed to mountaineer@mountainbrookvillage.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 DirectorsJerry Stevenson, President ....................................... 206-290-0173Peter Cavoto, Vice President .................................... 847-989-1564Ed Butler, Treasurer ................................................. 515-987-3041Wayne Walworth, Secretary ......................................480-299-0811Pam Ingram, Director ............................................... 480-982-5213Mountaineer 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 ......... 480-983-5555Fairway Vista Mgt - Tony Timmons ..................... 480-288-8335Pinnacle Vista Mgt - Wendy Burton .......................... 480-983-1010

Activities 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 . (480) 845-1521 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 (Fri) Ginny Rauguth ..... (480) 288-0579 Mah-Jongg (Mon) Sharon Penrod ...... (602) 320-2278 Mah-Jongg (Thur/N) Gail Street ............. (480) 646-1179 Mah-Jongg (Tues) Judy Beiganski ...... (480) 671-8363 Mah-Jongg (Wed&Sun/O) Geri Leake ............. (480) 474-2126 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 Jim McCann .......... (480) 982-5838 Pinochle, Ladies Suzanne Kadlec .... (480) 671-4030 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 Bob Carnahan ....... (480) 983-2948 Village Voices Mary Zerves .......... (480) 474-0425 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 4/12/17

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 1:30pm-PVBoard Workshop - Tuesday Before BOD 9:30am-SCDesign & Decor - Every Thursday at 9:30 am in MRWeb Team - Third Thursday 2:30pm-MR

CLASSIFIEDSNOTE: 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

Coleman Propane Camping Grill. On wheels, seldom used. Asking $75. Laurie, 425-753-5155.Two Sliding Closet Doors. White paneled, hardware inc. 30”x 80”. $35. 970-302-9526.

For Rent

MBV Home: Totally renovated, 2BR, 2BA, extended patio w/phenomenal views. May thru Nov. 2017 and May 2018 forward. 30-day min. 480-964-3774.MBV Visitors: 2BR, 2BA, Den, built in BBQ & bar for great entertaining on large back patio. Non- smokers, no pets. Lyndad1117@gmail.com 206-355-3158.2 BR/2 BA Golf course home. Fireplace, extended patio w/BBQ. Soft water and R.O. system. No smoking or pets. Avail.

May 2017, forward thru Nov 30, 2017. 30-day min. 480-287-3907.On golf course. 2 bedroom and den w/sofa bed. Oct., Nov., Dec. 480-982-1235 dlynngates@gmail.comExceptional views of Dinosaur Mtn. From pool and patio! Beautifully remodeled 2BR/2.5 BA. Open floorplan in Hidden Canyon. Available 2017/2018. Betsy 203-314-8008.Casita in Pinnacles. Furnished, utilities, TV & Internet. Mountain views. Oct., Nov., Dec 2017. Steve, 608-487-1810.

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.Looking to rent MBV garage. If interested call 480-737-2906.

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April 2017

The Legend of the Dogwood Tree

When Christ was on earth, The dogwood grew to a

Towering size with lovely hue. Its branches were strong and interwoven

And for Christ’s cross Its timbers were chosen.

Being distressed at the use of this wood, Christ made a promise Which still holds good:

“Not ever again shall the dogwood grow

To be large enough for such a tree, And so slender and twisted

It shall always be with cross-shaped Blossoms for all to see.

The petals shall have bloodstains

Marked in brown and in the Blossom’s center a thorny crown.

All who see it will think of Me, Nailed to a cross from the dogwood tree.

Protected and cherished this tree shall be A reflection to all of my agony.”

~Author Unknown ~

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April 2017

The Easter Parade What shall I wear for the Easter Parade? A dress that’s the color of marmalade With a border embroidered in light blue cornflowers Like the edge of a meadow after spring showers And a matching hat round as a top you can spin And elastic to hold it on under my chin And brand-new shoes whiter than newly-poured cream With heart-shaped, golden buckles that gleam;

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Easter is the gift of HOPE Easter is the gift of PEACE Easter is the gift of LOVE

Let us rejoice in Him, Who gives them all.

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And keep you all year through.

May God give you all the faith it takes,

To make your dreams come true.

May His love and wisdom al-ways help,

To guide you on your way. May His light shine down

upon you now, To bless your Easter Day.

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