Corte Bella Times - January 2013

4 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella

6 Association Numbers to Know

8 From the Editor’s Desk

From the General Manager

10 Letter From the President

Resident Sponsored Events Go Online

11 Get to Know: www.CorteBella.net

12 Upcoming Events Calendar

COMMUNITY

14 Cool Cars of Corte Bella

16 Wedding Wows, Wedding Vows

17 Ask Agnus: Shopping Motto

CB VOLUNTEERS

18 The Warmth of the Season

Tree Lighting at Anacapa

CULINARY

20 From the Chef: Five Onion Soup

HEALTH & FITNESS

22 Pickleball News

Tennis Tips

23 2012 MGA Ryder Cup

CB’s WGA in Tournament

SOCIAL

24 A Very Merry Christmas Home

CB Country Club Swings Into Spring

26 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 | Lynda EricksonJohn Friesner | Dan Haywood | Karen Laughlin Robin Mandell | Aide’ Smedes | Ray VallePhotography | Mike Biggs | Dan Hammel

Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photographs or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. Trademarks, logos and content provided by advertisers, sponsors and partners are owned by the respective companies and all rights are reserved by them. The views, statements, and claims of advertisers or other CB Times contributors do not necessarily represent those of the publisher, Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. or its employees. Printed in the USA. ©2012 CB Times Magazine. All rights reserved. Please recycle.

ON THE COVER: Shot by Dan Hammel with a Canon 5D Mark 2. 105mm lens Exposure: 1 sec. @ F9 ISO400. Four flash heads to highlight clock, hat, flutes.

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

ASSOCIATIONWhat’s Inside

January 2013 | Technology

CULINARY

COMMUNITY

HEALTH & FITNESS

CB VOLUNTEERS

SOCIAL

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Ray [email protected] Awareness & Safety Committee (NASC) Liaison

Regina Shanney-SaborskyVice PresidentArchitectural Review Committee (ARC) [email protected]

Walt [email protected]

Bill [email protected]

Bob MoberlyDirectorFood & Beverage [email protected]

Vincent [email protected]

Robert RosenbergDirectorFinance Committee [email protected]

Board of Directors Corte Bella Administration

Association 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]

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

Corte Bella AdministrationCommunity Resources

Guard 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: 623-256-3359

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

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Corte Bella Administration

Association 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]

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 DeskYou’ve stowed away your tinfoil hat for another time,

and instead, grabbed another: your plastic “Happy New Year” party hat.

In the end, technology hadn’t marked the end of human kind (yet), but has alternatively signaled the beginning of a time in history when almost anything is possible.

Just several years after the development of the internet, its greatest malady has been addressed:

the impersonal has been made personal. With live face-to-face video streaming, instant messaging, and photo galleries with untold amounts of storage, we are, today, presented with an

intimidating amount of ways in which one can get — and stay — connected.

Never before have the people we love or the things we like been so accessible — relatively speaking, of course. (Many of us seem to have forgotten how we ever got by before the dependency on Google searches or smart phone apps.)

We are living in an amazing time; at the very crest of societal change. Technology is not a trend, but a life-changing movement. If last century’s was the Industrial Revolution, ours may very well be the Industrious Revolution.

The internet is an amazing marketplace, social arena, and library of limitless volumes of information. Ours is a time in history that is ripe with potential. Let’s change the world for the better.

Happy New Year to all and, “Good reading.”

Congratulations. If you’re reading this, you’ve survived the end of the Mayan Calendar.


ASSOCIATION

David Jolovitz, Editor

As my iPhone beeped at me alerting me of a meeting starting in 20 minutes, my computer screen reminded me to update a

program and at the same time the printer advised me the paper tray was empty and then the

batteries in my wireless mouse needed to be replaced. All of the technology we use throughout the facilities at Corte Bella requires quite a bit of “maintenance” just to keep all the equipment working properly. We all know that as soon as you

purchase a new vehicle or a new Smartphone, it is obsolete as soon as you leave the showroom

or walk out of the store looking at your new phone and it tells you to update your operating system before the door closes.

We can now hold a “Smartphone” or an iPad in the palm of our hands and have a world of information in a few seconds. No longer do we need maps for roundtrips, the GPS in the vehicle or on the phone directs us to our destination. It is only until you know the best route that perhaps you can out-smart the GPS and arrive at your destination in a more direct route.

In my career of “Community Management” I recall the days when we did not have the luxury of having your own computer at your

desk and when we became a little more “technology savvy” the sharing of one computer made us feel extremely productive. Now, if your computer has “issues” one feels lost at not having a computer available right then and there. The good old days of having a “computer or server room” are long gone, we now have a small closet or storage area that holds a few pieces of equipment that holds more information than the computers of the past.

At Corte Bella, we are able to advise the community of upcoming meetings, social events, important dates and other information within minutes of pressing the send button; in the past if I needed to advise the community of this information, a memo was drafted and it was either posted on a community bulletin board or a hard copy mailed to you. The gate openers have changed from being a bulky piece of plastic to a thin transponder that is applied to your windshield! The ID cards for the Spa/Fitness Center can be produced within seconds of taking your photograph! I can only imagine what the future will bring in the way of upgrades to the items we use on a daily basis.

Even though technology is here to stay, it is still nice to meet and talk with staff and residents face-to-face! Despite all of the advantages technology offers us, it cannot replace the personal form of contact we require on an everyday basis.

On behalf of the Corte Bella staff we wish you all the best in 2013! (I did not require the use of any software program to write that greeting!)

From the General Manager

Lynda Erickson CAAM®, PCAM®

Whether it’s a smile from a longtime

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Residents who want to stay up-to-date with the latest “non-HOA resident sponsored events” can do so easily thanks to a recently-designed webpage on the Corte Bella site.

Available on cortebella.net under the Events heading in the site’s main menu, is the link for the page, “Resident Sponsored Events”.

There, residents can find information about events that are hosted by their fellow neighbors and friends — events that have no affiliation to the regular HOA Events schedule.

To find news of an event, check out the above-provided details. Otherwise, to submit news of an event, simply email [email protected] with any pertinent event details.

Resident Sponsored Events Go Online

Letter from the PresidentDear Fellow Residents:

On behalf of all, may I wish you a Happy New Year. May your 2013 year be filled with peace health and happiness for you and yours. And now for some news.

As you may be aware, the Board recently approved a change to the HOA Organization that I would

like to explain to you. By the time you read this we will have appointed Mr. Mark Everts as our new Facility Manger and he will start with Corte Bella on January 7, 2013.

When Del Webb designed our community, the organization included this position. With over 50

years of experience, the Del Webb Organization felt that this function would be best left with a professional. That is also the direction of our Mission Statement. A few years ago the Board eliminated the job in favor of additional maintenance employees. However, our beautiful facilities are beginning to age and require more constant care and upkeep. We have already experienced problems with the fountains, pool, roofs,

air conditioning, chemical storage and irrigation. This trend will continue as time marches on because it is a never-ending conflict with the heat and sun and time.

In response to this, the Board voted to reinstate this position a few months ago. It will be Mark’s job to act proactively with preventive maintenance measures to ensure that Corte Bella remains the attractive place that you are proud to call home; a place that continually impresses as you drive through the gates and is truly the jewel of the west Valley. He will supervise the maintenance staff, identify the areas that need attention, assist in the sourcing of vendors and add another set of hands to the staff. And, he will work with, and add direction to, the volunteer Preventive Maintenance Committee.

He comes to us from Flagstaff where he was the Plant Manager of a senior living community. Prior to that, he served as Maintenance Director for two school districts. Mark has experience in heating and air-conditioning, landscape maintenance, pest control contracted building repairs and budgeting, among other things. We believe his set of skills will be an invaluable addition to Corte Bella in our efforts to maintain the standards that you want and expect in this place we call home.

Please join us in welcoming him to Corte Bella and his new assignment.


ASSOCIATION

Ray Valle, President

Corte Bella’s website is a treasure trove for residents who seek late-breaking HOA news updates, documents, key calendar items and popular HOA forms.

Cortebella.net is the place for a street map that can be added to your desk top for easy reference, resident phone numbers and e-mail addresses, Board of Directors meeting minutes and headlines on coming events.

You’ll also find access to important Day Spa, Fitness Center and HOA Trips and Events information.

If you have any trouble navigating the site, or have forgotten your login information, contact the CB Web Team at [email protected].

Get to Know: www.CorteBella.net

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Saturday, January 5 / Fire Department Class: Continuous Chest Compression 9 to 11 AM / Social HallArm yourself with information. This free, helpful class could very well save someone’s life one day. Learn about continuous chest compression from the experts at your local fire department, but hurry: January’s session is limited to the first 50 people. Sign up at the Fitness Desk today. Another course will be held on Saturday, February 2, for those unavailable to make the January 5 class.

Wednesday, January 9 / Farmer’s Market9 AM to 1 PM / Anacapa BreezewayStart the New Year off right by equipping yourself with healthy, locally-grown fruits, vegetables — and more. Corte Bella’s Farmer’s Market makes it easy to shop eat nutritiously and shop “at home.” Grab a friend and a basket and fill up!

Wednesday, January 9 / Assured Document Destruction9 AM to 12 Noon / Fitness Center Parking LotSome would say that your personal privacy is under attack. Get rid of sensitive information safely and securely and avoid mistaken or stolen identities. Pre-paid vouchers available at the Fitness Desk. $5 each; a small price to pay for a convenient service that will help ensure your privacy.

Sunday, January 13 / Paperback Writer: Tribute to the Beatles7 PM / Social HallThe music of The Beatles, as performed by the critically-acclaimed group, Paperback Writer, is coming to Corte Bella this January. Think: All The Beatles’ greatest hits playing in your own intimate, private venue. Tickets for this tribute (available at the Fitness Desk for the low price of just $22) will not last long. Act now.

Monday, January 14 / Wild Horse Pass Casino: Free Shuttle8:30 AM departure / Fitness Center Parking LotYour chance to win big returns this month with another HOA-sponsored, free shuttle to Wild Horse Pass Casino. Join friends -- new and old -- in this this favorite monthly ritual for approximately six hours of fun, hourly cash drawings and live entertainment. Or, ride the same shuttle to Lone Butte Casino for bingo. Seat reservations have filled quickly in the past. Don’t press your luck.

Upcoming Events Calendar: January 2013


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January 15 - February 15 / Flip Flop Shoe Drive for Young People at RiskFrom January 15-February 15 you can help young people at risk in the greater Phoenix area by donating new socks and flip flops. Dr. Randy Christensen and his staff treat these teens out of the Crews’n Healthmobile and Pheonix Childrens Hospital. There will be a collection box in the Fitness Center and Golf club. Thank you for anything you can do to help!

Monday, January 28 / Wine Pairing Dinner6:00 PM / Anacapa RestaurantThis special HOA event celebrates the finest Spanish wines as they’re perfectly paired with remarkably seasoned dishes.

Raise your glass and toast several different premium wines before indulging on tapas, potato croquettes with smoked pepper crema, choice selections of ham, cheeses, chicken, shrimp, clams and saffron.

For more information on this event, or for tickets, visit the Fitness Desk. Seating is limited, and like a great bottle of wine that has been uncorked, won’t be available for long.

Friday, February 1 / HOA-Golf Club Swing into Spring SocialSave the date of Friday, February 1 for a cocktail event, with food and entertainment sponsored by the Corte Bella Golf Club (SGG Golf) and the HOA CB Volunteers.

This social event is an opportunity to meet and mingle with CB residents and golfers and enjoy the best of all that our community has to offer. Representatives of Corte Bella Golf Club will be on hand to showcase golf club membership opportunities. Event participants will be eligible to enter a grand prize drawing for a one year membership to Corte Bella Golf Club, valued at over $5,000.

Tickets are on sale now at the Fitness Center desk. This is one event you will not want to miss!



COMMUNITY

Shortly after being drafted into the United States Army in 1969, Corte Bella resident Gary Keller parked his ‘65 Plymouth Sport Fury in his father’s North Dakota driveway and tossed him the keys for safekeeping. Two years later, when Gary returned home from serving his country, his beloved muscle car was gone.

“He sold it,” Gary chuckles today. “He said he needed the money for a truck, and I wasn’t around to drive it.”

The rare 2-door convertible was gone, but the effect the car had on Gary lingered.

In 1990, Gary tracked down another ’65 Plymouth Sport Fury — considered a rare car because only 6,272 convertibles were produced that year and it, too, served as the Indianapolis 500 Pace Car. Under the hood was the same 330-horse 383-cubic inch engine that helped define the car’s original personality. Although its exterior had been kept in relatively pristine condition over the years, its cabin was in need a major overhaul.

“You could have dropped a watermelon through the floorboard

when I first pulled the carpeting up,” Gary said. “That’s how badly it was rusted through.”

A good deal of work was put in by Gary to breathe new life into the car, including a complete engine and transmission overhaul, new frontend, brakes, driveshaft, top and a complete re-upholstering of the interior along with a re-chroming and a re-padding of the dash.

“The car has no oil leaks,” Gary smiles. “When any car makes it to 47 years old, I just believe that you owe the car something.”

When Gary moved to Corte Bella from Omaha two-and-half years ago, the ’65 Plymouth wasn’t too far behind. “I have everything I want at Corte Bella: a nice gated community, a golf course and good neighbors.”

Gary hasn’t labored to preserve just a rare muscle car, but nostalgia.

“My daughter Laura, who’s currently enrolled in graduate school at ASU, is always asking about the car. She thinks it might be hers someday.”

Gary smiles and clutches his keys firmly.

Hell Hath No Fury Like A ‘65 Plymouth Sport Fury

Photo by Dan Hammel.

Got a Cool Car? Know of

a CB resident that does?

Let us know. Reach the editor at

[email protected]

Cool Cars of Corte BellaDavid Jolovitz


COMMUNITY

Wedding Wows, Wedding Vows Selecting the Anacapa Restaurant as the location to host our wedding was an easy decision for us; the experience Fred orchestrated for our special day was unparalleled. Initially, we wanted a dream destination wedding and when that dream became a logistical challenge, we both agreed: Corte Bella would be a picture-perfect backdrop for a blissful marriage.

I have been a resident—homeowner in the community since 2004. Over the years, I have enjoyed many happy hours, bocce ball matches, parlor games and golf outings in our community. The best part of living in Corte Bella has been the relationships established with neighbors who are now life-long friends. When I met Donnie in the summer of 2010, he immediately fell in love with the community and the many residents he met.

The moment we confirmed our wedding date with Fred Hernandez, the Food & Catering Manager, Fred began providing suggestions and solutions that exceeded our expectations. Fred, the Anacapa staff and vendors provided extraordinary service to us; accommodating multiple planning meetings, our request for international wines, a delectable menu and pre- and post-event storage for the celebration decorations.

It was a perfect Arizona fall day at romantic Corte Bella with 30 family members and close friends in attendance for the sunset ceremony. We tied the knot in front of the breezeway fountain surrounded by the Tuscan urns, blue and tan flowers with green trees decorating the open patio. The wedding reception and dinner was mesmerizing with many of our guest commenting that this was the best wedding meal they’ve ever eaten!

The beautiful Anacapa Restaurant was elegantly decorated for the wedding by Jean Gwyn of Table of Content event planning. David Bell Photography captured the love, joy and blending of the new family. Rob & Paula Schwarz provided the music to celebrate the new couple’s marriage.

The sunset and mountain views, old world architecture and the romantic grace and charm of the Mediterranean Villa of the Anacapa Restaurant created the dream wedding we desired and memories that will be cherished for our lifetime.

Karen Laughlin

The happy couple.

A picture-perfect backdrop for a Karen and Donnie’s wedding.


Ask Agnes: Shopping MottoI actually carry a laminated card in my

wallet with my shopping ‘rules’. Why?

Because I choose to eliminate clutter from

my home. Less is more. I tried to imagine

my survivors dealing with my lifetime of

accumulations and realized what a chore

that would be.

It’s a great theory, but how does someone

adopt practical advice? Here’s what I

think about before I buy.

Do I REALLY need that? Or, is it just an

improved version of something I already

own? Do I NEED extra bells and whistles?

Is this just a single-purpose item [think

bun warmer]? Is this there something I

already have that can do the same thing?

Watch out for “freebies”. They have to

go somewhere and you have to deal with

them later. Do you want to dust/maintain

it?

When something new comes into your

home, you should remove something

old. Zero growth! Get a new clothing

item? Give one or two old ones to a

charity. New dishes? Take the old ones

to Goodwill. If it’s a larger item, there

are many consignment shops around

the valley.

Like something in a catalogue? Mark

it. Put it aside and wait. Generally the

impulse goes away. [Why do you think

they send catalogues so frequently?]

Warehouse shopping: make a list and

stick to it! Who of us hasn’t gone to

Costco or Sam’s Club and spent $100

while going in to get a single item???

And bulk buying is not a good deal if

you get tired of the product before it’s

all gone. I still can’t think about eating

marinated artichoke hearts!

Enjoy looking! Shopping is fun—it’s the

buying that kills you


CB VOLUNTEERS

The Warmth of the SeasonThe unseasonably warm temperatures on December 1, 2012 might have contributed to the success of the night’s Salvation Army drive… or perhaps the Corte Bella residents were simply eager to participate in the gaiety of the “lighting up” of the extravagant outdoor holiday decorations — those put up by the San Ramon Stringers.

“It was perhaps the largest number of visitors we have ever experienced,” said Sam Himes, resident and enthusiastic stringer of lights.

Their exploits just recently featured in December’s Times, these Corte Bella residents have strung what looks to be miles of holiday lights — and erected countless displays that include Nativities, snowmen, gingerbread houses, candy canes, reindeer and a Harley-riding Santa — for the past 7 seasons! Over 40 homes were illuminated, and when one takes a stroll down the street, you can literally feel it… “making spirits bright.”

That night, friends and neighbors gathered casually in driveways and garages, enjoying holiday treats and musical entertainment provided by The Salvation Army. The volunteer musicians included, Liz Clitheroe, Joyce Stevenson, Derek Strickland and

Andrew Hill. The Red Kettle was manned by Corte Bella resident, Salvation Army volunteer, and bell-ringer extraordinaire, Michael Short.

“We wanted to provide the opportunity for our visitors to make a donation to help those who less fortunate. Last year the Red Kettle donation was around $800. This year, the amount was almost tripled, to a total of $2,370.00,” Himes said.

“One of the visitors told me she specifically came to donate to the Salvation Army at our San Ramon Red-Kettle site because Corte Bella residents had purchased her made-from-rags craft items and she wanted to give back,” said Himes.

Residents also made very generous donations of toys, food items and basic necessities by selecting a needy family’s “Santa’s Wish List” from the Salvation Army Angle Tree that was on display throughout the early part of December in the Fitness Center lobby.

The holidays will now shine brighter and warmer for many needy families due to the generosity of the Corte Bella community. Our thanks go out to the San Ramon Stringers for their hard labors and their huge hearts.

Janice Aiken, CB Volunteers

Tree Lighting at Anacapa RestaurantThe annual tree lighting event at the Anacapa Restaurant gets bigger and better every year. On November 28, over 200 residents gathered to celebrate beginning of the holiday season. They came to enjoy camaraderie with friends and neighbors, a fine food buffet and to toast each other with holiday cheer… (from the new wine menu at the Anacapa!).

The tree, and all of its ornaments, ever resplendent, was donated to the HOA in 2008 as a gift from Corte Bella residents, John and Roz Belliveau. In prior years, John and Roz erected the 15-foot tree, with over 4,000 lights and 1,700 ornaments on their property in North Carolina and then hosted a large outdoor party that benefited local families and charities.

“The tree is Roz’s pride and joy, but my favorite part of the display is Santa’s electric train,” said John.

Roz knew that the tree, which fits into three enormous boxes was just had to find a new home, and that it would take an army of elves to erect it. CB Volunteers to the rescue! Under the direction of chairperson Roberta Rials, as many as 10 residents, most of whom will “still” climb a ladder, completed the project in just over 8 hours. The result was a beautiful one.

Reservations for the lighting ceremony and dinner buffet have been a sold out every year since its inception; it has been a much-anticipated event that helps kick off the holiday season. Our congratulations go out to Chef Dan and Fred Hernandez for another quality dining experience.

Adding to the fun, the CB Chorus comes-a-caroling and always adds giggles, jollies and some follies to the event by singing our holiday favorite tunes — with a twist. The Chorus, led by Kay Steik, is conducted by Gary Cravens and accompanied by pianist Mary van Maanen.

Special kudos to those who helped erect the tree:Mary Ann Bradley, Sandra Solomon, Peg Pozdol, Roberta Rials, Gloria Dill, Denise Jacobs, and Robin Mandell

And to the performers of the CB Chorus:Gary Cravens (director), Mary Van Maanen (pianist), Kay Steik, Celeste Nelson, Georgina Novakowski,

Regina Shanney-Saborsky, Hilda Furkert, Jan Afbahl, Jim Dowen, Darlene Dowen, Max Hinerman, Pat Healy, Loretta Sawyer, Rick Beaudoin

Janice Aiken, CB Volunteers


CULINARY

• 4 lb. Julienne Yellow Onions

• 2 lb. Pan Red Onions Julienne

• 1 ½ lb. Shallots Julienne• 2 lb. Leeks Julienne 10#• ½ cup Garlic, Chopped

• 3 cups Red Wine• 1 ½ cups Balsamic

Vinegar

• 3 cups Sherry• 2 cups Chopped Garlic

• 1 Gallon Chicken Stock or Chicken Broth (not bouillon)

• 1/2 Gallons Beef Stock or Broth Reduced

• 2 oz Worcestershire Sauce or to taste.

• Salt and Pepper to taste

Five Onion Soup

In the spirit of the issue’s theme, Technology, we have a myriad of different tools and gadgets

in the kitchen that help us through the day. Some of these items are also useful around the house and home. I want to share a few of these with you and give some examples of how and what to use them for.

The Mandolin – A wonderful cutting tool for slicing and making long thin strips of vegetables.

Comes with multiple blades and is adjustable for thick slices of cucumber for dipping, or the thinnest potato slices for homemade potato chips. Makes big projects like entertaining easy, as you can slice large amounts of vegetables, fruit or other items quickly and easily with minimal cleanup. You can find lots of different mandolins in kitchen specialty shops.

The Chef’s Knife – Don’t be fooled, all knives are not equal. There is a huge difference in having a professional chef’s knife and the one you find hanging for 7.99 at Kmart. When they say they never need sharpening. I think not. The type of steel used

in them is very thin and cheap, making them flexible (not good), and easily dulled. You also don’t have to break the bank either to get a good knife.

You could spend up to $100 on one, but there are many in the $20 – $35 ranges that are just as good. An 8-inch chef’s knife (the size of the Blade) is plenty big for most household needs. Forschner is a great brand. They hold an edge well, the maker has been around for years, and they last forever (I have one that is at least 20 years old I still use). Just make sure to pick up a simple sharpening tool and use it often. This brand can be found on-line and in most department stores and kitchen shops.

The Zester – A little tool used for taking the flavorful rind off citrus fruit in little strips. Use them for a beverage, chopped over ice cream, or baked in your favorite dessert. Also garnishes other vegetables like carrots and cucumbers for a different look. Found in just about every kitchen shop and more than likely in a garnishing kit.

These are some of my favorites that are indispensable for me in the kitchen.

Happy eating.

Method:

In a large sauté pan, or several, caramelize the onions, shallots until a solid golden brown. Add leeks and garlic and sauté briefly. Add balsamic, sherry and wine and reduce to ¼ volume. Add stocks and simmer for about 30 minutes, reducing slightly (using boullion runs risk of being too salty). Season to taste. Evenly distribute the onions between holding containers when putting the soup away. Should make about should make 1½ - 2 gallons. Can be frozen in batches.

To serve, cut circular rounds of rye bread with cutter, and bake until crisp. Put the crouton on top of hot onion soup in an oven safe bowl. Place a slice or two of cheddar cheese on top of crouton and bake either in oven or under a brazier until melted and bubbly. (Placing bowls on baking pan or oven safe plate helps you to pull soups out of the oven easily and prevents the cheese and soup from bubbling over and dripping in oven.)

From the ChefGreetings from the Anacapa Restaurant.

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Pickleball NewsAs the new Corte Bella Pickleball Club moves into 2013, we reflect on all of the fun we had in our first few months as an organized club. Our member play times in the morning on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays have been well attended. We have conducted two “new player” clinics for more than 30 residents that wanted to learn the game and more than 40 members and non-members enjoyed our potluck social and membership drive in November. And, we initiated ladder play for those that want to be able to measure their improvement.

In January, we are set with a great schedule of events: two more “new player” clinics, member play with the Arizona Traditions and Trilogy pickleball clubs on the 8th and 22nd and regular open play for members four days a week. In addition, our second potluck member social will be held on January 26th at 9 AM.

Never watched or played the game before? Come on by on any of the above dates and talk with any of our members. All residents have an open invitation to join us anytime at the courts to learn about this great game.

The Corte Bella website is a great source for club activities and the bulletin board by the courts has signup sheets for court time, club announcements and membership applications. Should anyone be interested in becoming a member or have any questions, suggestions or comments, please send an email to [email protected] or contact any of the Board members.

See you at the courts.

John Friesner

Corte Bella is home to many avid tennis players and… the perfect playing weather — so get ready, get set, and bounce back after the holidays!

Four tips for a safe return to the game of tennis after some time off…

• “Listentoyourbody”Few people have had to listen to as many parts of their body as some of the professional players. Don’t push through pain. You might want to rush back, but you could just be extending your time away. There will be plenty of time to play once you are healed.

• “Approacheachmatchlikeyoucanwin”It is important that you walk on the court with a clear objective of winning, not just playing well, or making a good showing against a supposedly superior opponent. Only with that belief and goal will you do the things you need to do to win.

• “Readjustyourgoalsbutdon’tlowerexpectations”Take a balanced mental approach to your comeback. Don’t beat yourself up for being rusty, but don’t let yourself off the hook either. Be satisfied with whatever happens that day.

• “If you love something, keep going until you can’t do itanymore”

If you love playing the sport, don’t stop trying to do it to the best of your abilities and do it until you can’t do it anymore.

Come and join your friends and neighbors for a cardio class, the all-new Tennis Enchilada workshop for beginners, or a private/group lesson. For more information, call Aide’ Smedes at (623) 399-7022, or e-mail her at [email protected].

Aide’ Smedes, Tennis Pro

Tennis Tips


2012 MGA Ryder Cup RecapThis year, after three great days of golf, the

annual Ryder Cup ended in success. The

course was in great shape and the weather,

from the moment the first participant teed

off, remained cooperative and relatively

perfect. By all accounts, everyone had a

great time.

After the first two days of team play, the

Blue Team, with Captain Barry Hoyt and

his assistant Rich Tamburo, were 7½

points up. The third day of play saw head-

to-head individual match play, with the

Red Team, as led by Arnie Raver and his

assistant Ira Gedan, making a valiant effort

by winning half of their matches. However,

that was not enough to overcome the Blue

Team’s lead and the Blue Team held on for

the win.

Congratulations to the Blue team for

bringing home the trophy, and to the Red

Team for a tremendous effort.

Photo credit, Dan Hammel.

CB’s WGA Represented in TournamentThe 2012 AWGA State Medallion Club Team Tournament was

held on December 3, 2012. Over 250 entrants from clubs all over

the state of Arizona participated in this event at Oakwood and

Ironwood golf clubs in Chandler and Sun Lakes, AZ.

Corte Bella Golf Club was represented by Women’s Golf

Association (WGA) members Anne Hammel, Janet Biehl, Barbara

Welsh and Susie Biggs. These entrants were invited to attend

after winning low gross and low net qualifying State Medallion

Tournaments held earlier in the year.

The Times would like to congratulate Anne and Janet, who

placed sixth overall.


SOCIAL

Get a few ladies from Corte Bella’s Smiling OUt Loud (SOUL) together, and you are bound to have a stylish, exciting event! That is exactly what happened on Saturday, December 1, when members of our neighborhood ladies’ philanthropic organization hosted a fabulous Christmas holiday dream home.

Through the very generous donation of the use of their lovely home, Mary and Ralph Laurie allowed multitudes of busy bee women and men to transform their place into a winter wonderland. Every space of their Figueroa model was decorated by a separate team of workers who put untold hours of effort into creating unique and festive spaces. Each area had a different theme: the entrance, children’s corner, living room, dining room, kitchen, bar, den, powder room, laundry room, guest room, master suite, and front and back yards.

On the day of the tour, nearly 200 people viewed the results of the talented individuals. Many members of SOUL contributed, but special recognition goes to:

Hosts Extraordinaire: Mary and Ralph Laurie

Committee Chairwoman: Celeste Nelson

Decorator Chairwoman: Eileen Stomski-Gow

Decorators: Susie Biggs, Mary Ann Bradley, Sandy Connelly, Hilda Furkert, Judy Gregg, Nancy Healy, Deborah Lazear, Betty Majcher, Jen Meehl, Jeane Synhorst, Kay Steik, and Lynda Thomas

Outdoors Masterminds: Ralph Laurie, Mike Biggs, Bob Majcher, and Rick Meehl

Christmas Cookie Coordinator/Helpers: Marian Hoot, Suzy Brungardt, Lynn Kearns

All of this effort raised about $2,800 for SOUL’s primary beneficiary charity, Eve’s Place – a West Valley sanctuary for battered persons and their children.

Congratulations – and many thanks to all who helped make this event a huge success.

What have the SOUL ladies cooked up next?

February 15: A live concert at the social hall featuring resident performer Bonnie Stenzel.

March 24: Our fourth annual (and always sold out) Toast to Spring wine tasting/appetizers/entertainment event.

Watch for ticket sales – be there!

Robin Mandell

A Very Merry Christmas Home!

Betty Majcher, Host Mary Laurie, SOUL President Kay Steik. Photo Mike Biggs

The Corte Bella Country Club’s Swing into Spring Social EventSave the date of Friday, February 1 for a cocktail event, with food and entertainment sponsored by the Corte Bella Golf Club (SGG Golf) and the HOA CB Volunteers.

This social event is an opportunity to meet and mingle with CB residents and golfers and enjoy the best of all that our community has to offer. Representatives of Corte Bella Golf Club will be on

hand to showcase golf club membership opportunities. Event participants will be eligible to enter a grand prize drawing for a one year membership to Corte Bella Golf Club, valued at over $5,000.

Tickets are on sale now at the Fitness Center desk. This is one event you will not want to miss!

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SportsBocce Ball Couples 1st & 3rd Fri. 4:30-5:30 P.M. Courts Myrna Packer 623-322-0052

Couples 2nd Fri. 6-8 P.M. Courts Janet Silver 623-337-4139Couples 1st Sat. 4 P.M. Courts Jack/Lauretta Broderick 623-792-5689Couples 2nd Sat. 4:30-6:30 P.M. Courts Bob/Bev Clevenger 623-594-5028El Camino 1st & 3rd Wed. 6:30--8:30 P.M. Courts Dan Louden 623-328-9341El Sueno 2nd & 4th Tue. 6-8 P.M. Courts Ray Valle 623-399-6034Ladies’ Open 2nd & 4th Tue. 10 A.M.-12 P.M. Courts Myrna Packer 623-322-0052Las Palmas 1st & 3rd Tue. 5-7 P.M. Courts David Keppy/Ken Stone 623-455-8310/623-546-2085Men’s Open Every Wed. 4-6:30 P.M. Courts Robert Broda 623-444-2172San Ramon 2nd Sun. 6-8 P.M. Courts Vicki Wiley 480-998-7474Singles Thursdays 4:30-5:30 P.M. Courts Stanley Repecki 623-388-3066

Golf Lady Putters Every Mon. Mornings Golf Club Cathy Emerson 623-518-3833Ready Golf Girls (RGG) Thursday TBA Meet at Various Courses Sue McVey 623-214-0901

Tennis Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0 Every Tue. 8-10 A.M. Courts Ann Paulson 623-433-9973Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0 Every Sat. 9-11 A.M. Courts Robin Culley 623-444-5448Ladies’ Open 3.0/3.5 Mon., Wed., Fri. 7:30-10 A.M. Courts Vicki Faaborg 602-918-0501Men’s 3.5 Thu. & Sat. 8:30-10:30 A.M. Courts Jolene Piaskowski 623-594-1307Men’s 4.0 Every Thu. 10:30 A.M. Courts Don Schneider 623-399-9640Mixed Drop-In Mon., Wed., Fri. 7:30 – 10:30 A.M. Courts Open Play Mon., Wed., Fri. 9-11 A.M. Courts Ken Egide 623-266-3820

Pickle-Ball Open Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun. 8 A.M. Courts Robin Mandell 623-374-3592RV Group Homes Ron Winegarner 623-444-4205

Social RoomsMen’s Christian Group Tue. 8 - 9:45 A.M. Social Hall Jim Dowen 623-556-8137Arts & Crafts Every Monday 12:30-4 P.M. Movement Studio Brenda Rosenberg 623-594-2235Bingo 4th Tue. 6-9 p.m. Golf Club Al Schroeder 623-374-3634Computer Club 1st Thu. 6:30 P.M. Social Hall Jim Williams 623-466-6234Corte Bella Chorus 2nd & 4th Mon. 7 P.M. Social Hall Kay Steik 623-214-3284Duplicate Bridge Every Tue. 12:30-4:30 P.M. Social Hall The Jacobs 623-217-2803Genealogy Club Varies Varies Social Hall Bonnie Gentry (623) 215-7808Hand & Foot Canasta 2nd & 4th Mon. 6-8:45 P.M. Social Hall The Dusiks 623-556-1726Italian-American Club Last Friday each mo. Varies Various Dan Luparello 623-444-6176Mah Jongg Mon./Thu. 10-3 Social Hall Joanne Moberly 623-328-9583Open Bridge Every Thu. 1-4 P.M. Social Hall Stephanie/Jerry Tinsley 623-546-3141Poker Club 1st Wed. each month 5-9 P.M. Social Hall Jim Lewin 623-455-9532Smiling Out Loud (SOuL) 3rd Thu. 10-12 P.M. Social Hall Kay Steik 623-214-3284West Valley Photo Club 4th Tue. 6:30 P.M. Social Hall Joseph Berke 623-556-2120Ya Ya Hand & Foot Mon. & Fri. 12-4 P.M. Social Hall Barb Morin [email protected]

Usually Meets in Members’ HomesBelles of Corte Bella/Red Hats Call for Times Homes Joyce Stalians 623-322-4139Bid Whist 2nd Fri. 7-10 P.M. Homes Kaye France 623-934-5051Bunco 1st Tue. 7-10 P.M. Homes Harriet Kessler 623-388-3731Bunco 2nd Mon. 2-4 P.M. Homes Muriel Valle 623-399-6034Bunco 2nd Tue. 6:30 P.M. Homes Mary Remiorz 623-214-2874Bunco 2nd Wed. 7 P.M. Homes Myrna Packer 623-322-0052Bunco 2nd Thu. 6:30 P.M. Homes Betty Rae 623-217-2712Bunco: Dynamite Gals 1st Tue. 7 P.M. Homes Bev Bair 623-255-5352Cellar Dwellers Wine Group Call for Times Homes The Mandells 623-374-3592Christian Neighborhood Group Thursday Group 6:30 P.M. Homes Mike & Martha Short 623-696-5526Christian Neighborhood Group Tuesday Group 6:30 P.M. Homes Greg & Kay Haro 623-398-7164Christian Neighborhood Group Wednesday Group 6:30 P.M. Homes Bill & Shari Folkerts 623-466-8981Corte Bella Players Call for Times Varies Homes Kay Steik 623-214-3284Couples Bridge 4th Fri. 7 P.M. Homes Myrna Packer 623-322-0052Couples Euchre 4th Tue. Homes Myrna Packer 623-322-0052Ladies Tea Society Call for Times Homes Janet Silver 623-337-4139Scrabble Every Fri. 1 P.M. Homes Edith O’Brien 623-249-4044Shalom Club Call for Times Homes Judi Bourd 623-433-9449Singles Call for Times Homes Karen Fryar 623-594-7267

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