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6 Association Numbers to Know

8 From the Editor’s Desk

2013 Board Election Results

10 Upcoming Events Calendar

12 Cool Cars of Corte Bella

13 Deemed Newsworthy

Five Times a Community

14 Event Recap: The Magic of Manilow

16 You’re Never Too Old

17 Pickleball News

18 How Does Tennis Impact Our Environment, You Might Wonder?

Golf Club Champions Crowned

20 At the Anacapa - Breakfast-for-Two Giveaway

Wine & Food: Uncorked

22 Club & Interest Groups

CB Times Magazine is the official community magazine of Corte Bella, brought to you by the Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. and published by Lion Tree Communications.

Editor | David JolovitzContributing Writers | Janice Aiken | Jeannianne BrownDawn Ferch | Deborah Lazear | Aide’ SmedesPhotography | Dan Hammel

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To advertise in the CB Times, please contact Jonathan E. Himlin at 480.636.6670 or [email protected].

ASSOCIATIONWhat’s Inside

April 2013 | Spring!

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April EventsGrandview Care Center, Bldg. B 14505 W. Granite Valley Dr., Sun City West

Grandview Terrace, Santa Fe Dining Room 14515 W. Granite Valley Dr., Sun City West

Wednesday, April 17, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Women and Stroke

Deborah Liable, RN, BSN, CNRN, clinical nurse manager and stroke program coordinator at Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, sheds light on stroke and specific issues and concerns facing women.

Wednesday, April 10, 9 to 11 a.m.Tips for Sleeping Healthy

Jeannette Vaupel, RN, BSN, LMT, NCTMB, highlights five main facts about sleep, including:

» Normal sleep cycles (four phases of sleep; REM sleep)

» Factors that regulate the sleep cycle » Common sleep disturbances

(insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs, etc.) » Tips to promote better sleep » Overview of medications to promote better sleep.

Wednesday, April 3, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. AARP Safe Driver Course

AARP volunteer instructor Robin Mandell addresses current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and tips for safely operating your vehicle. Learn how minor adjustments in your driving can compensate for common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time.

Cost: $12 for AARP members; $14 for non-members

Please bring your driver’s license and a check, made payable to AARP, to the session. Cash will not be accepted.

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Board of DirectorsBill [email protected]

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Larry [email protected]

Bob [email protected]

Bob [email protected]

Regina [email protected]

Jim [email protected] Please note: Roles and committee designations have not yet been announced, and will be decided in an Organizational Meeting on April 1, 2013.

Board of Directors Corte Bella AdministrationCommunity ResourcesGuard House, 623-544-3906Fax: 623-544-3911Email: [email protected] Hours: 5 A.M. - 8 P.M.Roving Patrol 8 A.M. - Noon, Mon-Fri10 A.M. - Noon, Sat-Sun 4 P.M.-Midnight, DailyPatrol Cell: 623-256-2907

Anacapa Restaurant, 623-455-9045Hours:Lunch: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M. Tuesday – SaturdayDinner: 4:30 - 8:00 P.M. Tuesday – SaturdaySunday Buffet: 8:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.Closed Mondays

Fitness Center, 623-217-2018Hours: Monday-Friday, 5 A.M.-9 P.M.Sat & Sun, 6 A.M.-9 P.M.Children’s Pool Hours10 A.M.-1 P.M. & 5-7 P.M.Day Spa, 623-217-20188 A.M. to 7 P.M., By Appointment

Corte Bella Websitewww.cortebella.net

24-HOUR EMERGENCY602-336-2700

CB [email protected]

Community Resources Corte Bella AdministrationAssociation Office22155 North Mission DriveSun City West, AZ 85375Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 A.M.-4 P.M.623-328-5068

Lynda Erickson, CAAM®, PCAM® HOA General Mgr., Ext. [email protected]

David Jolovitz, Spa & Fitness Mgr.Editor, CB Times, Ext. [email protected]

Mark EvertsFacilities Manager, Ext. [email protected]

Fred Hernandez, Food & Beverage Mgr. Ext. [email protected]

Dan Haywood, Anacapa Executive Chef, Ext. [email protected]

Heather Chavez, Administrative Supervisor, Ext. 222

Valerie Brachulis, Administrative Assistant, Ext. 221

Corte Bella Volunteers, Ext. 224

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Corte Bella AdministrationAssociation Office22155 North Mission DriveSun City West, AZ 85375Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 A.M.-4 P.M.623-328-5068

Lynda Erickson, CAAM®, PCAM® HOA General Mgr., Ext. [email protected]

David Jolovitz, Spa & Fitness Mgr.Editor, CB Times, Ext. [email protected]

Mark EvertsFacilities Manager, Ext. [email protected]

Fred Hernandez, Food & Beverage Mgr. Ext. [email protected]

Dan Haywood, Anacapa Executive Chef, Ext. [email protected]

Heather Chavez, Administrative Supervisor, Ext. 222

Valerie Brachulis, Administrative Assistant, Ext. 221

Corte Bella Volunteers, Ext. 224

From the Editor’s DeskThere is activity scattered within our spring air in all directions that is budding and blooming with color and life.

Locally, there is much to do, including a plentiful array of HOA events (pg. 10-11), spirited sports club activities (pg. 17-18), and

scenic wonders (all over Arizona) that are the absolute envy of the other states in the Union. With all

that’s available, it’s no wonder why Valley residents seem to travel with a little “spring” in their steps this time of year.

But, before making plans to enjoy the remarkable weather, take some time to

read this month’s Times. In this issue, you’ll find our recurring Cool Cars feature that showcases Corte Bella resident Dan Hammel’s photographic prowess as he artfully captures the strength and beauty of a 400-horsepower ‘56 Ford F100 (pg. 12).

Read the story of Ira Gedan, a Corte Bella resident, which will inspire you to try and achieve new things (pg. 16).

Discover the 2013 Board of Directors election results below and, finally, read about what makes Corte Bella “Five Times the Community” on page 13.

With the hope that you find as much enjoyment in this month’s issue as you do spending time in the beautiful spring weather, I wish you “good reading!”

April is a busy time of year not only at Corte Bella, but far beyond its private gates.

2013 Board Election ResultsAs announced at the March 4, 2013 Annual Meeting, the candidates elected to the Board of Directors are James R. Williams, Regina Shanney-Saborsky, Larry Leighton, and Walter Kearns. Thank you.

The official ballot count is as follows:James R. Williams 542 Daniel J. Luparello 493Regina Shanney-Saborsky 518 Raymond A. Valle 450Larry Leighton 499 Robert B. Aiken 394Walter Kearns 496 Michael Koshay 384

Sunday, April 14 / Bella Donna Concert EventDoors open 6:30 PM, Showtime at 7:00 — Social HallThe complete Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac experience comes to Corte Bella on Sunday night, April 14. One critic of the show said, “[the show] captures the Nicks mystique right down to the chiffon, lace, and velvet.”

Stevie Nicks, herself, said, “…sounded great! You just let me know whenever you want to take over.”

What will you say after seeing the show? Tickets on sale at the Fitness Desk for just $22.

On thE COvERCorte Bella resident and regular Times contributor Dan Hammel photographed these wild burros at Lake Pleasant, just 30 miles north of Corte Bella.The first donkeys in the Americas were said to have been brought over on Christopher Columbus’ second voyage, landing in Hispaniola in 1495, a major island in the Caribbean.Juan De Zumárraga, the first bishop of Mexico, introduced the feral donkeys to North America in 1528, requesting that they be sent in order to assist the native people who had been enslaved by the Conquistadores.After serving several important roles, many burros escaped or were abandoned at the end of the mining boom.Burro is the Spanish language word for donkey.Photo by Dan Hammel


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David Jolovitz, Editor

CORTE BELLAStanza Room

22155 N. Mission DriveFriday, April 26th at 11:00 am

followed by lunch

Sponsored by:Nat Pellegrini and Pat Hoon

Darcy is a well-known TV & Radio personality. Having done the radio shows “SMAART MONEY” & “Senior Money Matters” along with the TV show “�e Money Doctor”, Darcy has taught listeners how to save Money, Accumulate Assets and Reduce Taxes. Darcy has done hundreds of seminars dealing with all aspects of Money. �e past Host of the radio show “Senior Money Matters” Darcy now focuses only on matters associated with seniors & retirees.

Friday, April 5 / Cooking Demo: Southern Living11:30 AM — Social HallExplore the colorful and plentiful tastes of authentic southern cuisine (as prepared by Chef Dan Haywood), as they’re paired with the perfect wine choice. On the menu: Fried green tomatoes with buttermilk dressing, seafood jambalaya, and praline cookies with warm caramel bread pudding.

Saturday, April 6 / Lecture: Parkinson’s Research with Dr. Holly A. Shill, speaker10:00 AM in the Social HallJoin us for a free lecture with one of the leading experts in the field of Parkinson’s research, Dr. Holly A. Shill M.D. as she presents, “Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease: What Research has Taught Us.”

Dr. Shill is the Director of Christopher Center for Parkinson’s Research and a staff physician at Banner Health Neuroscience Associates.

Saturday, April 6 / A Community Charity Event and Silent Auction5:00 to 7:00 PM in the Social HallJoin your neighbors and friends in giving back to the less fortunate by attending a community charity event and silent auction featuring the handcrafted work of Corte Bella resident Charlie Hall. Proceeds from the auction of these one-of-a-kind gourds benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and Prevent Child Abuse Arizona.

Wednesday, April 10 / Farmers’ Market 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM / Social Hall BreezewayThe sun will soon be setting on this spring’s Farmers’ Market season, so don’t miss your chance to stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables, breads, fish, meats, and assortment of unique gift items. Grab a basket, grab your friends; we’ll see you there.

Friday, April 12 / 5th Annual Fashion Show and Champagne Luncheon11:30 AM — Social HallJoin us as we celebrate our fifth annual Fashion Show and Champagne Luncheon, with fashion and accessories provided by Dillard’s, and lunch and champagne provided by the Anacapa Restaurant. Sweetening an already wonderful experience are fabulous prizes and raffles. At just $30, tickets will not last long. Purchase your tickets at the Fitness Desk

Sunday, April 14 / Smokehouse BBQ Buffet at the Anacapa Restaurant4:30 to 8:00 PM / Anacapa RestaurantThe Smokehouse BBQ buffet returns to the Anacapa Restaurant with fresh menu items that include: fresh green salad bar, cornbread with sweet cream butter, corn on the cob, Texas beef brisket, baby back ribs, wood-fired chicken, Carolina pulled pork, wedge cut French fries, and more! Just $18.95++. Call (623) 455-9045 for reservations.

Sunday, April 14 / Bella Donna Concert EventDoors open 6:45 PM, Showtime at 7:00 — Social HallThe complete Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac experience comes to Corte Bella on Sunday night, April 14. One critic of the show said, “[the show] captures the Nicks mystique right down to the chiffon, lace, and velvet.”

Stevie Nicks, herself, said, “…sounded great! You just let me know whenever you want to take over.”

What will you say after seeing the show? Tickets on sale at the Fitness Desk for just $22.

Friday, April 19 / Free Shuttle to Fort McDowell Casino8:30 AM -- Leaving from Fitness Center parking lotDon’t gamble away your chance to join your neighbors and friends for five hours of fun at Fort McDowell Casino for live entertainment and Arizona’s best (and original) casino hall. Bingo starts at 12:30 PM; bus leaves the casino at 3:45 PM sharp. All passengers must show valid form of identification. Player’s Card members receive a $10 slot credit. Sign up at the Fitness Desk no later than April 15.

Upcoming Events Calendar: April 2013


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Sunday, April 28 / Summer Getaway — Music by Sean Mireau and the Volcano Island Band 5:00 to 8:00 PM On the Anacapa PatioCalling all fun-loving Corte Bella residents. The season’s final large social gathering will be held on Anacapa’s patio as we send off our snowbirds with music, friendly faces, and a cash bar with special drinks. Live musical performance by Sean Mireau and the Volcano Island Band. Then, continue the evening with our “Islands Night” buffet at the Anacapa.

Sunday, April 28 / “Islands Night” Buffet at the Anacapa 4:30 to 8:00 PM / Anacapa RestaurantThe Anacapa’s “Islands Night” Buffet serves up a heaping serving of Caribbean flavor. Just some of the menu items include four different salads including fresh tropical fruit salad with coconut and lime and Caribbean Bay shrimp salad, grilled jerk chicken, baked coconut red snapper with pineapple mango salsa, curry pelau stew, calypso rice—and much more! At just $18.95++, spots are limited, so reservations are highly recommended. Call (623) 455-9045.



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Cool Cars of Corte Bella“I felt there was an opening in our garage that just had to be filled.”Making a welcome reappearance to the Times’ monthly Cool Cars feature is Corte Bella resident Will Myers. No stranger to fast, custom vehicles, Will follows up his first entry — a 1953 Studebaker (May, 2012) — with a real show-stopping truck.

Will purchased the 1956 Ford F-100 shortly after selling the highly-acclaimed Studebaker.

“After selling our nice 1953 Studebaker that had received many awards around the country, including Street Rodder Magazine’s Top 10 award,” Will said, “I felt there was an opening in our garage that just had to be filled.”

“I started looking on the internet for a 1953 to 1956 Ford F-100 truck; I built one back in the early ‘90s and really enjoyed driving it. I thought it would be nice to get one completely built this time. I didn’t want to do most of the work myself.”

Will found the perfect pickup in Wichita, Kansas, as it came complete with an updated chassis, power windows and power steering, air conditioning, and a long list of other upgrades. Will then recently personalized the vehicle by adding a new set of tires and rims that complement the car’s already muscular demeanor.

“I plan on driving the truck almost every day that it doesn’t rain,” Will grinned, perhaps thinking about the truck’s 400-plus horsepower engine.

“You’ve got to drive them to enjoy them.”

Will and Cindy Myers’ 1956 Ford F-100

“If you are a Corte Bella resident driving a Mazda Miata, pull over! We have a special Cool Cars

feature in mind for your car. Contact the editor at [email protected] to get involved.”


Deemed NewsworthyFirst founded in 1881, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is open to all women graduates who hold an Associates or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university. AAUW is a powerful advocate for equity in education impacting the lives of women and girls. The general branch meetings of the local branch, Northwest Valley Branch of Arizona, are at 9:00 AM, the third Thursday morning of each month, at the SCW Foundation Building, 14465 W.R.H. Johnson Blvd. unless otherwise indicated. Beside the informative local meetings, there are many special interest groups to provide sociability in the promotion of AAUW’s life-long educational goals. You may contact Molly Divine, at (503) 460-7103, or at [email protected], for more information.

Residents: If you have news of any special celebrations or occasions, mournful losses, or local happenings that may be “Deemed Newsworthy”, let us know by emailing the editor at [email protected].

We live in a beautiful “community.” In fact, Corte Bella is ‘Five Times a Community.’ As residents we are entwined in five ways. That’s what makes our community so unusual. First, we are a group of people living in the same locality under the same ‘government’/HOA. Although an HOA is really a quasi-government, it does provide some services, rules, and policy to preserve the intended lifestyle, amenities, and common areas.

Secondly, we live in the same district or locality. As a gated community, we are even more closely tied than other communities such as Sun City West or Sun City Grand. Since walls and two gates surround us we have more likelihood of running into other members of our community on a daily basis. We see our neighbors at various amenities: the pool, the fitness center, the spa, the restaurant, the golf club, walking the ‘loop’. Seeing each other often stimulates closeness. Smiles work wonders.

Thirdly, we are a group of people having a common interest — active adult. To that end we support the fitness center, spa, pool, restaurant, social events, tennis, pickleball, golf and many other activities. Even though everyone may not use all the offered amenities, they support them because they chose to purchase a home where these activities were offered. It’s a property-value enhancer to have access to all these things. It adds beauty, charm and openness to our community. How can that be bad?

Fourthly, we are a group viewed as a distinct segment of society. Most of us are 55-plus. We are a segment of the population of America that is growing larger each day as baby boomers

age. True, we have some 55 and under, and some 55++, but nevertheless we are lumped into the 55+ segment. Judging by activities I’ve attended, 55+/-/++ is a great place to be!

Fifthly, we share similar interests. We chose Corte Bella because of the lifestyle it offers: private, active, 55-plus, amenities, beauty, country club atmosphere, etc. To make our community prosper we should support all the offerings CB has. Even if there are some offerings that you don’t take advantage of — they are part of the ambience of CB! As time goes by we don’t want to let our lifestyle offerings deteriorate. Think home value again!

So there you have it. We are five times a community. We’re all in this together!

Dawn Ferch

Five Times a Community

“Seasonal Visitors” or Snowbirds—thinking about your upcoming trip home?What to take and what to leave? If you have any non-perishable food or canned goods that can be donated to St. Mary’s Food Bank. Beginning April 1st there will be food drive boxes located in the recreation center lobby and golf course lobby.

For our year round residents—Spring is almost here and it’s time to get our “spring cleaning” done. Don’t forget your pantry, clean it out and donate it.


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Event Recap: The Magic of ManilowOn February 24, 2013, Corte Bella’s Social Hall was transformed into an upscale Las Vegas Nightclub theater that featured none other than Terry Davies performing the music of one of the bestselling artists of our time.

The artist is polarizing: you either like him or you don’t. Yet, even if you think you don’t, you really do. I’m speaking of Barry Manilow.

The Magic of Manilow is a huge production by TAD Management that includes a stellar group of musicians, featuring three female and one male vocalist, a trumpet, drummer, sax, two guitarists, and of course, Terry on the piano. It was amazing that all that fit into our Social Hall, and the sold out crowd enjoyed every minute of it.

The show opened with a video clip of some “regular” guys discussing whether or not they liked the music of Manilow. Some of Manilow’s critics deemed his music to be a collection of wimpy ballads. But five of Barry’s albums were on the best-selling charts in the 70’s, a feat equaled only by Sinatra, Springsteen, and Johnny Mathis.

His memorable hits include “Mandy”, “I Write the Songs” and “Copacabana”. Manilow fans appreciate his style as a writer,

producer and composer. The Corte Bella audience was no exception. They tapped their feet, and Terry invited a member of the audience to sing along with him to “Can’t Smile Without You”. (Go ahead, sing it. You know you can!)

The room was rocking with hit after hit such as the opening medley of “It’s a Miracle” and “New York City Rhythm”. The audience applauded heartily at the end of the show, and commented that this had to be one of the best shows presented here by TAD and the CB Event Volunteers… It certainly was the biggest!

A reminder: The CB Event Volunteers are at it again! They have teamed up with the Anacapa Restaurant on Sunday, April 28 to bring you the annual Summer Getaway party and Island Buffet, with island music by Sean Mireau and the Volcano Island Band. Reservations for this special event are highly recommended.

Janice Aiken, CB Volunteers

CORTE BELLA DAY SPA asks…What can $100 get you nowadays?

How about your choice of two invigorating 60-minute massage or facial treatments?

Two equally good reasons to smile, just $100.Dial (623) 217-2018 and book your appointment today.

Friday, April 12 / 5th Annual

Fashion Show and Champagne Luncheon11:30 AM — Social Hall

Join us as we celebrate our fifth annual Fashion Show and Champagne Luncheon, with fashion and accessories provided by Dillard’s, and lunch and champagne provided by the Anacapa Restaurant. Sweetening an already wonderful experience are fabulous prizes and raffles. At just $30, tickets will not last long. Purchase your tickets at the Fitness Desk.


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You’re Never Too OldA few weeks ago, on a sunny March day, Corte Bella residents Gail and Stan Peskin were settling into their seats at the Camelback Ranch baseball stadium. They had season tickets to all of the Chicago White Sox’s spring training games. The game was about to begin and a man holding a microphone walked onto the field.

“Ladies and gentleman”, the announcer over the loud speaker began, “please rise and remove your caps for the singing of our national anthem. Performing the anthem today is Ira Gedan.”

The Peskins were shocked. They had heard a lot of singers sing at baseball games, but this was the first time they recognized the name of the singer. Ira Gedan was their friend and a Corte Bella neighbor. What was he doing out on the field getting ready to sing?

How Ira Gedan reached the point of standing behind home plate on the baseball diamond at a Major League Baseball game, singing the Star Spangled Banner to a crowd of 5,000+ people is an inspiring story with the moral that teaches us that you are never too old.

In 2006, Ira and his wife Laurel retired to Corte Bella after Ira had spent his career as a nationally-recognized motivational speaker. For 38 years, he traveled around the U.S. and internationally, conducting motivational and sales seminars. He was comfortable speaking before large audiences, but never before sang to them.

About three years ago, the Gedans attended a karaoke night at the Corte Bella Golf Club. They, along with all the other participants, sang their hearts out — knowing full well that they weren’t any good; enthusiastic, yes, but not very good. On the way home, they talked about what an enjoyable night it was, but lamented that they really didn’t know what they were doing. “Why don’t we take singing lessons?” Laurel asked. “Maybe we can learn something new.”

They two began taking vocal lessons at a music studio in Surprise. Ira, who has the naturally good voice of a public speaker, progressed very quickly. Then, last January, his vocal teacher suggested he submit an audition tape to the Major League Baseball spring training stadiums to sing the Star Spangled Banner. Ira had never thought about something like this. They had attended a lot of sports games, but never considered how the people who sang the National Anthem actually got there.

Ira and his teacher made the audition tape and submitted it. A few weeks later an email arrived from Major League Baseball. “Congratulations,” the note read, “you are invited to sing the national anthem at an upcoming spring training game at Camelback Ranch Stadium.” March 11 was the agreed-upon date.

Whoa! It’s one thing to sing at the music studio in front of your voice teacher. It’s another thing entirely to be standing in front of a crowd in a baseball stadium, singing without any musical back-up.

“I was very excited that they selected me”, Ira said, “but honestly I think I’m the oldest person they’ve ever had singing in the stadium.”

“And”, he added laughing, “when I retired I had a lot of things I wanted to do. But I never, ever visualized myself singing at a baseball stadium. That just wasn’t on my list. I like to sing but I only sing to myself in the house. My wife and I just look at each other and laugh at what’s happened.”

His teacher gave him a lot of advice. He told him to practice outdoors because it’s much different singing outside than it is singing inside. He told him the song had to be 90 seconds long, so Laurel timed all his rehearsals and that the echo of the P.A. system can be very disconcerting, so try to ignore the delayed sound of his own voice. And finally, he told him the song “wasn’t about him” but was a tribute to the men and women who had fought for our country and to the veterans sitting in the bleachers.

Game day arrived. About 20 friends from Corte Bella, those who had anticipated his performance, stood up and removed their hats, and cheered loudly when Ira’s name was announced. He sang it exactly as he had rehearsed it.

Ira’s voice swelled up through the bleachers. Upon the song’s completion, a feeling of accomplishment and relief swept over him.

Walking off the field, one of the ball players (who had probably heard the song 1,000 times) called out “Hey man, that was beautiful. You did a great job.” A woman in the stands came up and said “Thank you for singing the song like it was written. You actually brought tears to my eyes.” Another man came up and said, “You’re a professional singer, aren’t you? What do you do – sing at stadiums all over?”

Ira said that he viewed these compliments as affirmation that you’re never too old to try something new.

Ira is scheduled to sing the Star Spangled Banner at two upcoming baseball games at Arizona State University.

Editorial Staff


Pickleball NewsHey all you sports fans: The pickleball courts are full courts every single morning and there are groups playing seven days a week generally starting about 8:00 AM, along with smaller groups on Tuesday and Thursday evenings beginning at 6:00 PM.

And, by the time this “news” reaches you, we will have had another Pickleball Social which are great times for the community to come watch and/or try their hand at this fun game.

We have a number of club members who are regularly participating in tournaments around the state and winning medals! Corte Bella snowbird Bob McQuiggan recently brought home a gold medal in the Casa Grande and the Sun City West Fun In the Sun tournaments along with his playing partner from Trilogy.

If you are interested in tournament play, you can visit the USAPA.org website for all the latest information on where and when the tournaments are played. Thanks to the following players who have represented the Corte Bella Pickleball Club with great playing skills, as well as great sportsmanship:

Mary Beaudoin, Mark D’Olivo, John Friesner, Forrest Kuhn, Bob McQuiggan, Gwen Miller, and Marty Scheinholtz — congratulations to all of you for your participation.

Remember, if you want to know what is going on with our club check the pickleball bulletin board by the sports court area. You may well find your picture there, or your neighbors’ and friends’ smiling faces!

If you want to ask questions or have comments to make about our club and/or membership, you can E-mail us at [email protected]. And, if you are headed “home” soon, thank you for coming and having fun with us, travel safely, and know how much we enjoyed you and can hardly wait for your return.

Jennianne “Annie” Brown

Pickleball President John Friesner with Mary Beaudoin


HEALTH & FITNESS

How Does Tennis Impact Our Environment, You Might Wonder? Many of our leading companies such as Head, Wilson, and Prince are becoming more eco-friendly by pairing up with other resources to protect the rainforests. After all, we use tennis balls, tennis racquets, strings, etc. on a regular basis.

For instance, did you know? Head announced in September a partnership with the global environmental charity Cool Earth, which fights climate change by protecting endangered rainforests? Under this agreement, Head will purchase credits that will go to helping preserve rainforests, which lock up atmospheric carbon in their vegetation to the tune of 150 tons of carbon per half-acre.

Wilson’s ultimate goal is to use 100 percent recyclable materials for its ball cans, string and grip packaging though certain challenges persist, like finding recyclable material strong enough to keep the can’s structural integrity and maintain the appropriate amount of pressure. And Prince’s main focus is to gather more information on the sporting industry’s impact on the environment and developing a consensus on what to do.

We as tennis players all join to support those companies who pledge to keep our environment eco-friendly, and by doing so, are bettering the future of our children (and their children), enabling them to be able to enjoy a beautiful, future environment.

From left to right: Aide’ Smedes, Vicki Faaborg, Nurys Levitt, Donna Donaldson, Gloria Kerzykowski, Borghi Naser, Insoon Park, Mamie Roberts, Gayle Backes.

We are fortunate to have these beautiful facilities in Corte Bella because, we all work together to maintain them. As Vicki Faaborg, captain of Corte Bella’s 3.0 tennis team shares her experience this season: “This is the third year that Corte Bella has been represented by a 3.0 tennis team in the West Valley Women’s Senior Tennis League. I received so many compliments on the condition of our courts and our wonderful restaurant, The Anacapa!”

Let’s keep it up.

Aide’ Smedes, Tennis Pro

Golf Club Champions CrownedThe Corte Bella Ladies 18 Hole Golf Association (WGA) staged their annual Ladies Club Championship event over three days on February 11, 12 and 19. The weather proved to be a particular challenge on day one, with winds and a bit of rain.

The three-day event always brings out a strong field of competitors from the 116-member Association. This year, Maggie McMurtrey was crowned victorious. It is her first Overall Club Championship win since joining the club in 2008. She shot a low gross total of 257.

Runners up in the Championship Flight, were Carolyn Radomsky and Diana Pilson. In the First Flight, winner of Low Gross was Janet Biehl, 1st low net, Elaine Uhren and 2nd low net, Sandi Cross.

In the Second Flight, winner of Low Gross was Midge Kullberg, 1stlow net, Connie Adams, 2nd low net, Laurel Gedan. And in the Third Flight, winner of Low Gross, was Joan McKeever, 1st low net, Maureen Lenhart and 2nd low net, Judi Wiener.

The Corte Bella Men’s Golf Association (MGA) held its annual club championships during the past few weeks. The MGA Board of Directors is proud to announce the following winners of each event:

• Overall Club Champion -- Larry O’Neil (second time)• Net Division Club Champion -- Gregg Sorensen• Senior Club Champion (65+) -- Bill Hughes• Super Senior Club Champion (75+) -- Dick HayesCongratulations to each of these golfers.

MGA Champion, Larry O’Neil, and the WGA Champion, Maggie McMurtrey, Photo by Dan Hammel


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At the AnacapaBreakfast-for-Two GiveawayBe the first to email the correct answer of the trivia question to the editor and win breakfast for two, compliments of the Anacapa Restaurant. Entries may be directed to [email protected].

“Is that a cookbook, or a passport?”Through an ever-growing number of in-demand Cooking Demonstrations, the CB Volunteers have brought to our community the authentic tastes of borderless international cuisines — peppered with the expert guidance of Chef Dan Haywood and paired with tall glasses of the world’s finest wines. Many in attendance have defined the experience as nothing short of “salvation for salivating palates.”

Since the program’s inception in 2009, the tastes of many countries have been explored... and conquered. Can you name the five countries that have been featured since 2011?

(Editor’s Hint: they span four continents.)

Wine & Food: UncorkedWine: is it a drink, a food, or a health aid? In 1991, 60 Minutes on CBS broadcast a segment called the French Paradox. How could a French diet high in fats (think fabulous gooey cheeses) not lead to a high risk of heart disease?

Part of the answer, according to Dr. Serge Renaud, lies in drinking wine to accompany food. Resveratrol, a substance found in wine, is both a polyphenol and a procyanidin. Dr. Sinclair, Bethesda Hospital, suggests that combined polyphenols and procyanidins are the perfect health cocktail! Polyphenols play a role as an antioxidant in preventing cell damage, also blocking some formation of plaque in the brain potentially leading to Alzheimer’s disease, and resveratrol contains quercetin, an anti-inflammatory.

As for resveratrol, all wines are not created equal. Resveratrol is found in its largest quantities in grape skins. Because red grape juice is left in contact with the skins during the fermentation process and white wine is usually not, red wine has more resveratrol. Additionally, cooler and wetter vines such as those of Oregon and New York State, have more resveratrol than wines of warmer California vineyards. Wine is not the only source; peanuts and eucalyptus also have some. For the most resveratrol absorption, sip your red wine slowly, letting the mucous membranes do their job.

Many folks complain of headaches if they drink wine, especially red. First advice: “Don’t drink so much!” Just joking! Seriously though, Dr. Gretkowski of Stanford University suggests that the problem is not sulfites but rather tyramine, an active substance

that causes dilation and contraction of blood vessels that can cause a headache. Sulfites occur naturally on grape skins and are used as a preservative in dried fruits such as apricots. Younger wines and unfiltered wines have higher rates of tyramine. Consider taking an ibuprofen half-an-hour before enjoying your wine or drinking older or filtered wines.

There is much positive evidence of lower risk of heart disease (some studies suggest as much as 20%-60%) for those who consume wine daily. Wine reduces the bad “LDL” lipoprotein cholesterol. The wine’s anticoagulant properties limit blood clotting platelets making them less prone to sticking and causing blood clots. Remember that wine is 80% water and only 12-15% alcohol, on average.

There are many other health advantages of consuming wine in the recommended amounts of 1-2 glasses per day:

• Wine drinkers can cut the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis and increase bone density in older women.

• The anti-oxidant and anticoagulant properties in wine may slow effects of macular degeneration which causes vision to decline

• Studies showed that incidents of flu were less frequent in wine drinkers than in non drinkers. I got my flu shot anyway!

Bottom line: Wine is both a pleasure and a healthy habit when consumed in moderation and with a smile on your face. Bon Santé !

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