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FEBRUARY 2015
IN THIS ISSUE
Important Numbers, Board Report ..........2
Calendars .......................................12 - 14
Charter Clubs and Groups..............20 - 21
Volunteer Recognition-Associa PCM .......3
View of the View....................................15
Advertisements......................................22
Rules Change Process.............................4
New Homeowners .................................16
Clubg and Group Expo...........................23
Lifestyles..........................................5 - 10
Reno/Tahoe Excursion ...........................18
Lifestyle Events......................................24
Meet Your Neighbors.............................11
King Tut .................................................19
SOLERA DIAMOND VALLEY
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Connie King, Lifestyle Director
951.652.5766, Ext. 223 • [email protected]
COMMUNITY WEBSITE
www.soleradiamondvalley.com
DEL WEBB
CUSTOMER SERVICE
[email protected] • 949.255.1650
SALES OFFICE
Pete Weddell, Sales Associate
Daniel Stirn, Sales Associate
951.926.8259
1608 Paseo Diamante, Hemet, CA 92545
PCM
BILLING INQUIRIES
800.369.7260
ALLIED BARTON SECURITY SERVICES
On-Site Community Patrol
951.541.8060 • (800) 942-9394 (secondary)
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Leeanne Brock, President
760.772.5400, [email protected]
Brian Rubin, Vice-President
951.925.3918, [email protected]
Robert Ash, Treasurer
951.929.9638, [email protected]
Melissa Karsting, Secretary
951.255.2561, [email protected]
Holly Sandler, Member-at-Large
949.330.8532, [email protected]
HOURS OF OPERATION
MOUNTAIN VIEW LODGE
Pool Hours
Sunday: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Monday - Saturday: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
SALES OFFICE
1608 Paseo Diamante, Hemet, CA 92545
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
PUBLICATION
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Connie King, Lifestyle Director
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
Charlene Bowman, Chairperson
Alan Siegel, Vice Chairperson
Beverly Splitgerber and Berkie Harris, Co-Secretary
Janie Varilone
ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS
All submissions must be emailed to [email protected] by the tenth
of the month. Articles should not exceed 500 words, 250 words for Club news
and 100 words for Groups.
The View is published monthly by the Solera Diamond Valley
Community Association (SDVCA). This publication is copyrighted and may
not be reproduced or reprinted without the written permission of SDVCA.
Advertising
inquiries,
951.652.5766,
Ext.
223
or
email
[email protected].
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BOARD MEMBER REPORT
By Robert Ash, Board Member
As I stated in a previous Board
Member Report, I would like to
introduce, profile and thank our SDV
Committees for volunteering their time
and talent for all of us.
This month, I would like to spotlight
the Finance Advisory Committee. This
Committee was established and Board approved in 2010 and
charged with a multitude of responsibilities to include:
1. Review and analyze monthly, the HOA Budget, Financial
Statements and HOA Investment Portfolio
2. Review and analyze the Annual Reserve Study and the Annual
Audit
3. Make recommendations to and advise the Board concerning
all aspects of the Budget to include the expenditures and
renewal/recommendation of vendor contracts
4. Report to the Board at each Board Meeting all
recommendations and advice.
The current Finance Advisory Committee Membership
includes:
Karl Edwards, Chairperson - retired military, research and
development
Bob Chaparro, Vice-Chairperson – prepared, monitored and
controlled budgets for 24 agencies in Orange County
Jim Gates, Secretary – was on several credit union board of
directors and retired college professor
Larry Braidic – business consultant and professional involved in
all aspects of business finance and management
Richard Heckler – retired military, aerospace engineer and
contract manager
Mike Hile – bank manager and auditor, business owner
Lee Krueger – financial analyst and commercial credit evaluator.
I am truly grateful and thankful for these Committee
Members for their dedication, knowledge and advice. It is a
pleasure to sit in their meetings as the Board Liaison. This
Committee meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 pm.
I would also like to thank the Library Club for their
persistence, patience, professionalism and vision by advancing an
idea into a reality. We now have a new and beautiful Library at
the SDV Lodge. Job Well Done!
I sure hope to see you at the next Board Meeting on March 19,
2015 at 3:00 pm.
Please note: At the January 14 Board Meeting, the Board
extended the timeline from March 1 to June 30 for placing The
View entirely online; this will give the Communications
Committee time to research possible alternatives.
Greetings Solera Diamond Valley Residents!
By Alisa Toalson, CMCA®, AMS®, Sr. Vice President of Community Management and Development, Associa-PCM
As you are aware, in early January Cari Burleigh
decided to leave Associa - PCM and pursue other
career opportunities closer to home. Cari was an
asset to both Solera Diamond Valley as well as
Associa-PCM and will certainly be missed. Since
Cari’s departure, I have been reviewing applications
and pre-screening potential GM replacements.
Replacing such an important position within the
Community is not taken lightly and through the
search I am concentrating on local, quality managers
that also have the appropriate amount of knowledge
and skill to manage a Community as unique as
yours. Until the ideal candidate is selected, the
current on-site staff have stepped up and taken on
various tasks as needed to ensure that business
continues as usual. It is my desire that by this time
next month the position is filled and the new GM
is welcomed into the Community.
If you have any questions or concerns about
this process or about any community-related
matter, please feel free to contact me directly or as
usual the staff is always available to assist.
Thank you for your patience during this time.
Direct: (951) 359-2847
Email: [email protected]
Associa-PCM Celebrates Volunteers at Solera Diamond Valley
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
and serve on various committees and community clubs.
Their ideas, time and effort are valuable contributions
to making our community and neighborhood events
successful.
According to HELPGUIDE.org, volunteering can
reveal untapped talents, teach new skills, introduce
people to new activities and increase self-confidence.
Participating in a community activity also can provide
networking opportunities that can benefit an
individual’s career and social life.
Interested in volunteering for our community?
Contact, Solera Diamond Valley’s Lifestyle Director,
Connie King at 951-652-5766.
MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR
Thank You Volunteers
LIFESTYLE UPDATES
SAGE
GENERAL MANAGER’S MES
On January 9th leadership of the community of
Solera Diamond Valley along with Associa-PCM
President Karen Inman and Solera Lifestyle Director
Connie King honored over 115 volunteers for their
service to the community!
The volunteers enjoyed a festive reception,
complete with Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments in
appreciation for their service to community
committees and clubs.
These volunteers contributed to making our
community a great place to live by volunteering to lead
Thank you for your sponsorship - Associa-PCM
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DESIGN GUIDELINES AND OPERATING RULES CLARIFIED
By Brian Rubin, Vice President, Solera Diamond Valley Board of Directors
Based upon comments made by
residents at the January 14th Board of
Directors (BOD) Meeting, there appears to
be a need to clarify the process by which
the Design Guidelines and other Operating
Rules are revised and approved. This
process is described in portions of our ByLaws, our CC&Rs and the State of
California Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act and
I would like to help clarify the process.
1. The first step in the process is to conduct a review of the
existing guidelines and make proposed revisions to the
guidelines as required. Section 5.2.2 of the CC&Rs states:
“The Design Review Committee shall annually issue and
update its Design Guidelines and provide notice of any
requirements for Committee approval of proposed
improvements.”
In addition, section 4.2.7 (a) (v) of the CC&Rs states:
“The Rule is reasonable”
The five Design Review Committee (DRC) members are your
fellow residents and they are the individuals that reviewed the
Design Guidelines. They spent several months reviewing the
current guidelines and determining proposed revisions. There
was no input provided by Pulte appointed board members or
any other Pulte employees.
In addition, the proposed revisions were sent to out attorney
for review. They proposed additional changes to the Design
Guidelines.
2. The second step is to notify the Owners of the proposed
changes and to allow the members to comment on the
proposed changes. Section 4.2.7 (d) (i) of the CC&Rs states:
“The Board must provide written notice (“Notice”) of a
proposed change in a Covered Rule to the members at least
thirty (30) days before making the change,”
California Civil Code 4045 approved in March of 2014
allowed additional options for written notice of changes to
Operating Rules such as the Design Review Guidelines.
Section (a) (3) states:
“Posting the printed document in a prominent location that is
accessible to all members, if the location has been designated
for the posting of general notices by the association in the
annual policy statement, prepared pursuant to Section 5310.”
In our annual mailing on May 29, 2014, the association
designated the HOA Bulletin Board in the Lodge as the
location designated for posting general notices. Members
have the option to request delivery of all general notices by
first class mail or e-mail. Please contact the office for the
forms to request one of those options. You can also request a
hard copy of a specific general notice from the office. In
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addition, the Notice of Proposed Revision of Design
Guidelines and Comment Sheet and the Design Guidelines
Revision – Draft are available on our website.
During the thirty (30) day notification period, members can
review the proposed changes and make comments using the
Comment Sheet available from the office or the website.
3. The third step is for the BOD to approve the proposed
revisions. Section 4.2.7 (d) (ii) of the CC&Rs states:
“The decision on a proposed change shall be made at a Board
meeting after consideration of comments made by members of
the Master Association;”
Prior to making the decision at a Board meeting, we request
that the DRC review the comments from the members and
make recommendations to the Board regarding those
comments.
3. The fourth step is for the BOD to notify the members of
approved revisions. Section 4.2.7 (d) (iii) of the CC&Rs
states:
“The Board shall deliver Notice of the adopted change to
every members of the Master Association within fifteen (15)
days of adoption.”
The BOD will use the same method to notify members if the
proposed revisions are approved.
4. If members do not agree with the rules change, they have the
option to request a special meeting to reverse a rule change.
Section 4.2.6 (c) of the Bylaws states:
“The Board shall call a special meeting of the Owners … on
receipt of a petition signed by Owners representing at least
five percent (5%) of the Master Association’s total voting
power.”
If a quorum of twenty-five percent (25%) of the Master
Association’s voting power is in attendance at the meeting, the
rule change can be reversed by a majority vote of the
members.
If you have any additional question(s) regarding the process
used to revise the Design Review Guidelines please feel free to
contact me.
LIFESTYLE UPDATES
By Connie King, Lifestyle Director
LIFESTYLE UPDATES
SAGE
GENERAL MANAGER’S MES
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
homeowners who would like to speak with me, briefly,
concerning ideas for an upcoming event. I instruct her to
send them back to my office. We discussed some great ideas
and placed them on the Lifestyle calendar. At 1:00 pm, a group
from the Chamber arrives and tours the clubhouse. As we pass
the ballroom, I noticed that Bingo is about to start and the screen
is a greenish yellow. I call the facility monitor, hoping he can
wiggle a couple of wires and turn the screen back to its normal
color. The walk through lasted approximately an hour and I was
finally going to get some paperwork completed. (At least, that
was my plan.)
The facility monitor reported to me, after trying to wiggle
the wires around, the connection was still bad. So, I contacted
our AV company to send out a technician. I continued to
review my emails. I noticed a message marked “urgent.”
One of our homeowners was having problems signing
onto the community website. I made contact with the
homeowner, reset their password and they are now good
to go. Now, it’s time to schedule a website training
class. I noticed a missed call on my phone from
ActiveNet. ActiveNet services our community
website. We are trying to finalize a proposal that will
allow us to register homeowners for events more
conveniently. The demo has been updated and is
ready for me to view. I am excited to see the end
results. (Oh my, another minor interruption, but I’m
good.)
Another realization hit me. The end of the
month is almost upon us. Now, I have to start pulling
and preparing my financial information. Also, I have
to close out event files for the upcoming board
meeting. I also need to line up some of our volunteers
to see if they can help pass out the View on the first of
the month. Speaking of The View, I must follow up
with our production person and obtain a date and time
for the arrival of our first proof. I just completed a
project of obtaining alternative printing options for the
View. Cathy, from Home Instead, stopped by to invite
the staff and I to attend an upcoming movie, free popcorn
and a night to relax. (Chuckle, relax? Really?) The
Chamber of Commerce left a message, asking if I could
volunteer for one of their upcoming events. And, the City
of Hemet is waiting to hear back from me regarding a
meeting in the spring. Better get on it!
Okay, back to emails and routine paperwork. What? It is
almost time to leave work after 10 fun-filled hours. Where has
this day gone? My to-do list is updated. I roll over the items I
missed today to tomorrow’s list. I gather my things, shut off the
computer and office lights. I sigh and leave the office with a smile
on my face. Wow, I love my job. There is never a dull moment in
a workday of a Lifestyle Director. And, tomorrow, it all begins again!
MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR
LIFESTYLE UPDATES
SAGE
GENERAL MANAGER’S MES
Often people, both on and off the
“Island”, have asked about my workday.
In response, I will share a typical workday
for me, as a Lifestyle Director.
As the sun comes over the horizon,
my alarm gently awakes me. I take a
moment to stretch and quickly pop out of
bed. I busy myself getting ready to start
my workday. I gather my essentials,
climb in my car and drive towards Hemet.
Usually, my workday begins long before I arrive at the
office. Today, I have errands to run on my way to the Lodge. I
stopped at Stater Brothers to pick up the cheese platters for our
event, on my way to Lowes to pick up paint brushes. (This is
now two stops, but who’s counting.) My cell phone rings. Oh
my, it’s the office. Shhhh! I know I am not supposed to talk on
my phone and drive; however, I switched on my speaker and took
the call. (Hands free is ok!) My 10 o’clock appointment is
waiting and it’s only 9:30 am talk about being prompt!!!
I hurried down the hall, carrying my purse, briefcase and the
paint brushes. As I went towards my office, I greeted everyone
with a cheery, “good morning.” On my way down the hall, the
sad faces told me something was wrong. Wouldn’t you know it,
our computer server is down. IT is busily working on getting it
back up and running. I am thinking to myself, not “good”, with
all the things I have to do this morning. I have a Recreation
Committee meeting in half an hour and I haven’t printed the
agenda or the meeting minutes. I called IT to see what the
problem is, and voila, the problem has just been corrected.
A potential advertiser drops in and inquires about ad space.
I answer his questions. And; right then and there, he hands me a
check, signs the contract and off he goes. I check my watch on
the sly, and realize I can squeeze in the vendor who arrived early,
before my Recreation meeting. Knowing how much I enjoy
conversing, today our meeting will be short lived. I finished up
with the vendor, and with only a few minutes to spare, I dashed
off to my Recreation meeting. (Forget using the Ladies Room,
there is no time!) With all the running around, I’m a little warm
in the Deergrass room. I summoned the facility monitor to come
and turn the air conditioning on.
It’s now 11:30 am, and our meeting is over. I return to my
office and begin answering emails and telephone calls. (Where
the heck is this morning going to?) I almost forgot payroll is due
today, so I stop checking emails to verify in the ADP system that
everyone’s hours were correct. While I am at it, I might as well
work on next week’s schedule. I go back to checking voice mails
only to learn there’s a group coming in to tour our facility. And,
it has to be now, since they are in town only for today. I ignored
the growl in my stomach. Lunch is out the question, because
they are expected at 1:00 pm.
In the meantime, the receptionist buzzes me. There are
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Valentines‘ Day
Dinner & Show
Saturday, February 14
6:00 pm ~ $35pp
Menu
Raspberry Chicken
Roasted Red Potato
Vegetable Medley
Apple Salad (Waldorf without the chicken) & Rolls
Raspberry Cheese Cake with White Chocolate
Red and White Wine
RSVP at the front desk by February 7
Entertainment provided by Play With Your Food Productions
Morey
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Michael Tennant
John Guminiak
Spud Night
Friday, February 27
5:30 pm
Lifestyle will supply
the baked potatoes...
You bring the
toppings!
Mountain View Lodge
RSVP by February 23
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OLD DAYS OF HEMET
San Jacinto Meat Market in an undated turn of the century photo with
Jack Hopkins (L) and George O'Loan (R)
In the late 1800’s successful commerce depended upon the railroads to
transport goods to other market areas and success minded communities
cajoled railroad executives to extend lines to their communities. Power
brokers of the San Jacinto Valley jockeyed their influence in trade for a
railhead and the good fortune that came with it. Henry Hewitt had
negotiated with the Santa Fe and was confident a line would be laid across
the valley and ending between Bowers and Park Hill.
It was a shock to many when Santa Fe construction crews changed
direction and went north across the valley to within walking distance of
Estudillo home on 7th Street. Francisco Estudillo had also negotiated with
the railroad and persuaded them, or as they say in today’s business world,
cut them a better deal.
Here a Santa Fe Special Edition arrives in San Jacinto April 15, 1888.
This is referred to as the inaugural run but a test run had actually occurred
a few days earlier, while the Grand Celebration was held April 30th.
THINK FULLER PAINT, THINK HEMET
Whittier, Fuller & Co was formed January 1, 1868. W.F. Whittier was a
land speculator who developed Hemet. The Fuller family bought out
Whittier in 1894 and carried only the family name through today. But
Hemet owes its existence to paint.
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Murdock & Woolfenden Cash Groceries and Meats Market on North
Harvard in 1915. Note auto is delivery vehicle which was for home
deliveries. Pictured are from L to R: Ray Brant, La Prell Murdock, Eddie
Murdock, Charles Murdock, Veryn Dillon.
Formerly San Jacinto Diary, Mr. & Mrs. Martin Schweizer changed
the name to Valley Farms because the dairy delivered throughout the valley
and the Schweizer’s felt Valley was more appropriate.
The Schweizers purchased the dairy, located on Record Road, from
Mr. & Mrs. Ellington Record in October, 1946.
As the valley grew more stores came to the valley and home delivery
just couldn’t compete and by November, 1969 the last of the cows were
sold.
Lake Hemet had been completed during severe draught conditions
and here the spillway is shown overflowing in 1905 after three consecutive
years of normal rainfall. Photo from JDP Historic Postcard Collection.
MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR
Bob and Pat Clifford - Valentines, Since 1947
By Charlene Bowman, Resident
MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR
LIFESTYLE UPDATES
AGE
GENERAL MANAGER’S MESS
While living in Sun City and SDV, the Cliffords used
to visit the Temecula wineries to eat and sip wines. They
especially liked Callaway Winery. Also, they frequented
Maurice Carrie Winery. This winery used to make the best
French bread. Bob and Pat
would take cheese to the
winery, buy a loaf of bread
and a bottle of wine. They
would bask in the fresh air,
sit on the winery’s front
lawn, and eat/drink their
food. Usually, there was a
live band to entertain
them.
The Clifford’s
secret to a long
marriage is having
lots of things in
common. Almost
everything they do
is done together (for
all their marriage).
And, they would
compromise, too.
For example, Bob
liked the mountains
best and Pat liked the beach, so they would go to
the desert (?). Another secret, Bob would never
argue. He always waited until Pat calmed down
and then discuss various issues. Good advice for
all!
Bob loves sports, particularly golf and pool.
He still plays and watches games on TV. Pat is not
a big TV person. She watches a few shows like –
Shark Tank and Dancing with the Stars. Pat plays
bingo, Mexican train and bunco.
Bob says, “If I had life to live over again, I would
do the same exact things.” He has no regrets, only
happy memories. Pat says, “We’ve been married this
long, and it’s too late to train a new one.” (Then she
giggles.)
You may have noticed a uniqueness about the
Clifford’s. They always dress in the same colors. It all
started at the beginning of their marriage. Bob’s mother
made them matching shirts for their honeymoon! And, the
tradition has lived on all the years hence.
Many residents already know the Cliffords. But for those
who don’t, they are a delightful couple and would love meeting
you. Do introduce yourself, the next time you see them around
the community.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR
LIFESTYLE UPDATES
SAGE
GENERAL MANAGER’S MES
Across the room sat an attractive young lady with long auburnbrown hair and braces. Upon seeing her, Bob Clifford wanted to meet
Pat. After serving in WWII on a Navy destroyer, he had been
discharged from the Navy. His buddies had invited him to lunch, and
reluctantly, he went.
Well, there she was!
So, beautiful! He
met Pat that day. For
the next two years,
he was allowed to see
her twice a week.
Since Pat was just 16
years old, her dad
was a bit strict with
her.
When Pat
reached 18 years old,
Bob and she married.
The wedding took
place on June 1,
1949. They have
been happily married
for almost 66 years.
Pat was quite the
seamstress.
She
made
her
own
wedding dress. Bob
designed the train (didn’t see it until the wedding), and Pat’s
grandmother hand-crocheted all the buttonholes down the back of the
dress. It was gorgeous! They went to Santa Barbara for their
honeymoon. However, it was too hot. So, they took off for Big Bear
and enjoyed the cooler climate.
Bob and Pat started their family in Alhambra, California. Bob
worked 26 years for an engineering company, the last 20 as a Drafting
Dept. Manager. Pat worked in banking, where she trained tellers.
During this time, they had three children. Their children have
multiplied to 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
The Cliffords moved to SDV in 2007 from Sun City. They have
been very active in the community. Pat took out a loan with Pulte to
buy the Bingo machine and started Bingo. Also, the Cliffords were
instrumental in helping get the Bocci Club started. Now, they are
enjoying many events at the Lodge.
Bob finally retired at the age of 81. They managed a mobile
home park for 12 years. They were in charge of all the utility billings,
newsletter, activities and park affairs. Bob worked as General
Manager for two parks for the next 19 years.
On their travels over the years, Bob collected numerous shot
glasses. Pat collected various thimbles (they don’t take up much room
in a suitcase). During their marriage, they’ve cruised about 30 times
and travelled to Hawaii 10 times. Their favorite cruises were to
Alaska.
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February
Sunday
Monday
1
2
1:30 pm Game Day (EB)
1:30 pm Homeowner Super Bowl
9:30 am
10:00 am
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
6:00 pm
8
9
1:30 pm Game Day (EB)
Brush Strokes (SW)
Recreation Committee (DG)
Volunteer Meeting (SW)
Mah Jongg (DG)
Pinochle (SC)
9:30 am Emergency Preparedness
Committee (DG)
1:00 pm Mah Jongg (DG)
1:30 pm Bingo (SC)
6:00 pm Pinochle (SC)
7:00 pm Daytrippers (SW)
15
16
1:30 pm Game Day (EB)
Last day to sign up for King Tut.
9:30 am
1:00 pm
6:00 pm
6:30 pm
Tuesday
3
4
10:00 am Communications
Committee (DG)
10:00 am Chess (LB)
12:00 pm Massage Therapist (BL)
6:00 pm Bridge Beg. & Int. (DG)
10:00 am Ladies Billiards (LB)
10:00 am Knitting Group (SW)
10:00 am DRC Committee Meeting
(DG)
6:00 pm Cribbage (DG)
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10:00 am Chess (DG)
10:00 am Garden/Bonsai Group (SW)
10:00 am Performing Arts Society
Meeting (DG)
12:00 pm Massage Therapist (BL)
6:00 pm Bridge Int. & Adv. (DG)
10:00 am
10:00 am
1:30 pm
2:00 pm
6:00 pm
6:30 pm
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Brush Strokes (SW)
Mah Jongg (DG)
Pinochle (SC)
Bingo (SC)
10:00 am
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
4:00 pm
6:00 pm
1:30 pm Game Day (EB)
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1:00 pm
1:30 pm
6:00 pm
Last day
Mah Jongg (DG)
Bingo (SC)
Pinochle (SC)
to sign up for Spud Night.
10:00 am Ladies Billiards (LB)
10:00 am Knitting Group (SW)
10:00 am DRC Committee Meeting
(DG)
1:30 pm Game Day (EB)
6:00 pm Cribbage (DG)
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25
10:00 am Chess (LB)
6:00 pm Bridge Int. & Adv. (DG)
10:00 am
10:00 am
1:30 pm
2:00 pm
6:00 pm
Items in Red represent Lifestyle Events and
also the last day to sign up for those events
at the front desk.
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Ladies Billiards (LB)
Knitting Group (SW)
Game Day (EB)
Neighborhood Watch
Cribbage (DG)
Charades (SW)
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Chess (DG)
Massage Therapist (BL)
Library Club (DG)
Solo Group (DG)
Bridge Beg. & Int. (DG)
President’s Day
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES CLOSED
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Wednesday
Ladies Billiards (LB)
Knitting Group (SW)
Game Day (EB)
Book Group (DG)
Cribbage (DG)
Events
Thursday
6
5
1:30 pm
2:00 pm
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
Line Dancing Divas (SC)
Water Colors (SW)
Billiards Club (LB)
Mah Jongg (DG)
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9:00 am Quilting Club (SW)
6:00 pm Movie: Delivery Man (DG)
Line Dancing Divas (SC)
Water Colors (SW)
Billiards Club (LB)
Mah Jongg (DG)
9:00 am Quilting Club (SW)
6:00 pm Movie: Guardian (DG)
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Line Dancing Divas (SC)
Water Colors (SW)
Billiards Club (LB)
Mah Jongg (DG)
Saturday
7
1:00 pm Movie:
Galaxy
6:00 pm Movie:
Galaxy
Guardians of the
(DG)
Guardians of the
(DG)
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1:00 pm Movie: Delivery Man (DG)
6:00 pm Movie: Delivery Man (DG)
6:00 pm Valentine’s Day Dinner
and Show
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1:30 pm
2:00 pm
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
9:00 am Quilting Club (SW)
6:00 pm Movie: Guardians of the
Galaxy (DG)
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10:00 am Veterans and Friends (SW)
1:30 pm Line Dancing Divas (SC)
2:00 pm Finance Advisory
Committee (DG)
2:00 pm Water Colors (SW)
5:00 pm Billiards Club (LB)
6:00 pm Mah Jongg (DG)
1:30 pm
2:00 pm
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am Quilting Club (SW)
5:30 pm Spud Night
6:00 pm Movie: Maleficent (DG)
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1:00 pm Movie: Guardian (DG)
6:00 pm Movie: Guardian (DG)
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1:00 pm Movie: Maleficent (DG)
6:00 pm Movie: Maleficent (DG)
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Bocce Courts
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Back Patio
(BL)
Broadleaf Room
(DG)
Deergrass Room
(EB)
Entire Ballroom
(FC)
Fitness Center
(IP)
Indoor Pool
(K)
Kitchen
(LB)
Lobby
(LE)
Lodge Entrance
(OP)
Outdoor Pool
(P)
Paseo
(PL)
Parking Lot
(SC)
Stonecreek Room
(SW)
Silverwood Room
(TC)
Tennis Courts
951-652-5766
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February Fitness Calendar
Monday
Tuesday
2
3
9:00 am Pickleball
1:00 pm Men &
Machines
8:00 am
8:50 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
11:30 am
5:00 pm
9
10
9:00 am Pickleball
1:00 pm Men &
Machines
8:00 am
8:50 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
11:30 am
5:00 pm
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17
9:00 am Pickleball
1:00 pm Men &
Machines
8:00 am
8:50 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
11:30 am
5:00 pm
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24
9:00 am Pickleball
1:00 pm Men &
Machines
8:00 am
8:50 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
11:30 am
5:00 pm
Wednesday
4
Thursday
5
Flex & Stretch
8:15 am Dance Aerobics 8:00 am Flex & Stretch
Flex & Stretch
8:50 am Flex & Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
Tennis Anyone?
9:00 am Pickleball
9:30 am Aqua Stretch
Pickleball Easyplay
Easyplay
11:00
am
Water
Volleyball
Cycling Group
10:00
am
Chair
Yoga
1:00 pm Men & Machines
Chair Exercise
10:00 am Cycling Group
Water Aerobics 6:30 pm Tennis
Pickleball
5:00 pm Pickleball
11
12
Flex & Stretch
8:15 am Dance Aerobics 8:00 am Flex & Stretch
Flex & Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
8:50 am Flex & Stretch
Tennis Anyone?
9:30 am Aqua Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
Pickleball Easyplay
Easyplay
Cycling Group 11:00 am Water Volleyball
1:00 pm Men & Machines 10:00 am Chair Yoga
Chair Exercise
Water Aerobics 6:30 pm Tennis
10:00 am Cycling Group
Pickleball
5:00 pm Pickleball
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19
Flex & Stretch
8:15 am Dance Aerobics 8:00 am Flex & Stretch
Flex & Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
8:50 am Flex & Stretch
Tennis Anyone?
9:30 am Aqua Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
Pickleball Easyplay
Easyplay
Cycling Group 11:00 am Water Volleyball
1:00 pm Men & Machines 10:00 am Chair Yoga
Chair Exercise
10:00 am Cycling Group
Water Aerobics 6:30 pm Tennis
Pickleball
5:00 pm Pickleball
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26
8:15 am Dance Aerobics 8:00 am Flex & Stretch
Flex & Stretch
Flex & Stretch
8:50 am Flex & Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
Tennis Anyone?
9:00 am Pickleball
9:30 am Aqua Stretch
Pickleball Easyplay
Easyplay
Cycling Group 11:00 am Water Volleyball
10:00
am
Chair
Yoga
1:00
pm
Men
&
Machines
Chair Exercise
10:00 am Cycling Group
Water Aerobics
6:30 pm Tennis
Pickleball
5:00 pm Pickleball
Friday
6
8:15 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
Saturday
7
Fit Plus
Pickleball
Tennis Anyone?
Water Aerobics
Zumba - DVD
(AR)
11:00 am Water Volleyball
8:15 am Tranquility
Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
9:30 am Flex & Stretch
13
14
8:15 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
Fit Plus
Pickleball
Tennis Anyone?
Water Aerobics
Zumba - DVD
(AR)
11:00 am Water Volleyball
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8:15 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
8:15 am Tranquility
Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
9:30 am Flex & Stretch
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Fit Plus
Pickleball
Tennis Anyone?
Water Aerobics
Zumba - DVD
(AR)
11:00 am Water Volleyball
8:15 am Tranquility
Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
9:30 am Flex & Stretch
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28
8:15 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
Fit Plus
Pickleball
Tennis Anyone?
Water Aerobics
Zumba - DVD
(AR)
11:00 am Water Volleyball
8:15 am Tranquility
Stretch
9:00 am Pickleball
9:30 am Flex & Stretch
Classes with Barbara Calderon
Classes
Dance Aerobics and Fit Plus - $5.00
Aquastretch, Flex and Stretch-Pilates, Men & Machines and Water Aerobics - $6.00
LEGEND
Dance Aerobics, Fit Plus, Flex & Stretch, Pilates
Men and Machines, Zumba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Aerobics Room
Chair Exercise, Chair Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stonecreek Room
Cycling Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lobby Entry
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Pickleball Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pickleball Courts
Tennis Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tennis Courts
Aquastretch, Water Aerobics, Water Volleyball . . . .Indoor Pool
VIEW OF THE VIEW
By Rosemary Calomese, Resident
The View takes a New Years Cruise with David & Rosemary Calomese and Joe & Rifka Wiener aboard the Crown Princess.
By Kathi Lavier, Resident
Where did “The View” show
up this time? Well, this time it
traveled with Carole and Ken
LaRue and Kathi and Carl Lavier
on a Bucket List trip to Sandals
La Toc St. Lucia in the West
Indies. The trip was all inclusive
and luxurious with great weather
and side trips so we went zip
lining, snorkeling, took mud
baths, swam in a waterfall,
golfed, took tennis lessons and
when we were all tuckered out
from that we visited the swim up
bars or laid by the pool. The food
and beverages were wonderful,
plentiful and like I said-all
inclusive.
It was so spectacular that
before leaving the Kathi and Carl
booked a trip for February 2016
to Sandals LaSource in Grenada.
Want to come along?
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“Hello, I Love You - Won’t You Tell Me Your Name”
- The Doors, 1968
By Alan Siegel, Resident
Hi neighbors. We all remember The Doors, right?
Apparently, even Jim Morrison had trouble remembering
people’s names.
What was your name again? I’m sorry, I forgot your
name. You know who I’m talking about, whathisname.
A lot of “memory” experts tell us we can remember
people’s names if we create some absurd image in our mind
about that person. If, for example, someone's name is Sam,
like the Hoover Dam, and on that big concrete dam is
written SAM.
Ooo, that made me dizzy. So instead, why don’t we all
wear our name badges whenever we go out? Wouldn’t that
be easier?
Of course, we can continue to play name roulette
when we see someone. “Oh, hi, Jim? No, Don? No, wait,
Bill, right? No. No. You’re the other Don, right?
Spare other people the embarrassment of forgetting
your name. Spare
yourself
the
embarrassment of
forgetting other
people’s names.
Please wear
your name badge.
Jim Morriso
n
New Homeowners
James and Linda Manwaring
5588 Corte Heraldo • 909-702-5616
Moved here from: Walnut, CA
Hobbies & Interests: Jim - Movies, Books,
Travel, Cooking, Beading, Walking, Knitting
Linda - Movies, Sewing, Knitting,
Crocheting, Beading, Cooking, Baking, and
Travel
Kelly and Tracey Kingsbury
1489 Camino Sueno • 951-331-5216
Moved here from: Temecula
Hobbies & Interests: Kelly - Golf
Tracey - Tennis
Richard and Diane Strong
5594 Corte Del Mar • 949-589-4434
Moved here from: Trabuco Canyon, CA
Hobbies & Interests: Richard Restores Cars
Dianne - Quilting
Gerald and Judy Moore
5482 Corte Portico • 949-521-3418
Moved here from: Laguna Woods Village
Hobbies & Interests: Judy - Quilting,
Reading
Gerald -Computers, Cars, Photography
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Livanios and Patricia Pilitsis
5270 Corte Ladera
Moved here from: Corona
Hobbies & Interests: Patricia Games, Bocce
Livanios - Bocce
Samuel and Kathryn Dixon
5464 Corte La Luna • 209-986-1361
Moved here from: Hemet
Hobbies & Interests: Samuel Basketball, Golf
Kathryn - Golf
Allan and Marty Webb
1400 Corte Alamonte • 915-81305953
Moved here from: Hemet
Hobbies & Interests: R.V., Fishing,
Quilting, Exerising
Dan and Jannice Feltnor
5007 Via Bajamar
714-745-1566 • 714-290-7304
Moved here from: Bolivar, TN
Hobbies & Interests: Jannice Crocheting, Quilting, Reading, Walking
Dan - Golf, Traveling
Janice Stern
1498 Corte Alamonte
Moved here from: San Diego
Hobbies & Interests: Geology,
Genealogy
Hector and Doreen Marcayda
5366 Corte Cidra • 571-212-9878
Moved here from: Virginia - Hector
retired Marine
Hobbies & Interests: Hector Hiking, Motorcycles, Reading
Doreen - Hiking, Reading
Norm and Annette Thevenot
1693 Camino Sueno • 306-383-7147
Moved here from: Quill Lake,
Saskatchewan
Hobbies & Interests: Annette Crocheting, Walking
Norm - Remote Control Plane
Robert and Vicki Rajsky
1377 Via Alturas • 760-271-7042
Moved here from: Escondido
Hobbies & Interests: Vicki - Camping,
Quilting, Crocheting, Walking
Robert - Camping, Fly Fishing, Collecting
Steam Engines
Little Orphan Annie
By Pets Parents, Charlie Pejko and Berkie Harris, Residents
It had been a “hard knock life” for our Annie when she was
abandoned one night last August in the Rancho Cucamonga Pet
Smart store. At closing time the staff found her cowering at the
back of the store covered with gum. A kindly volunteer from a
cat rescue shelter called “Cats In Need” took her home, had her
checked over by a veterinarian, brought up to date on shots and
spayed. After seeing how much she loved people and how well
she got along with other animals (especially the cats) she was
deemed ready for adoption.
Brenda’s Italian Torta
Submitted by Brenda Anderson, Resident
INGREDIENTS
3 - 8oz Pkgs Cream Cheese – Slightly softened
We had recently lost our 14 year old Dachshund, Gertie, in
July and were very sad and lonely. When we saw Annie on the
Pet Finders website we knew she was for us.
Annie just loves her new home on the Island. She has made
many friends during her daily walks and enjoys “stylin” in her
assortment of doggie fashions. When she is not warming her
Dad’s lap she enjoys chasing butterflies in the garden and
looking forward to “Tomorrow” at Solera Diamond Valley.
Words of Wisdom
By Rosemary Calomese, Resident
“A bell is no bell 'til you ring it, a song
is no song 'til you sing it, and love in
your heart wasn't put there to stay love isn't love 'til you give it away.”
~ Oscar Hammerstein II
(from the Sound of Music)
11oz.
Buitoni Basil Pesto or Homemade –
Drain on paper towels to remove
excess oil
11oz.
Sundried Tomato Pesto – Drain on paper
towels to remove excess oil
Garnish:
With Basil Leafs and Tomato Rose if
desired and Serve with Assorted
Crackers
Need:
Plastic Wrap & Dome Shaped Bowl
Approx. 40 – 2 TBS Servings
DIRECTIONS
Line bowl with plastic wrap, with additional length
on sides for covering bottom when filled.
Take approx. 12oz of Cream Cheese and cover
inside of plastic covered bowl evenly.
Note: Make 2-6oz disk’s or round shape out of
remaining Cream Cheese “Size of Bowl
Circumference” for Layering, set aside.
Alternating from Cream Cheese, Basil Pesto,
Cream Cheese (disk), Sun Dried Tomato Pesto, Cream
Cheese (disk). Then cover with remaining plastic wrap
and refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight.
Unmold onto serving platter, remove plastic wrap,
garnish and serve with assorted crackers.
Kept covered it can be made a day in advance.
Enjoy, Brenda
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Tuesday, may 12 - Friday, May 15
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king’s burial chamber with more than 1,000
replicas of the most important finds have been
reconstructed by master Egyptian craftsmen
using traditional techniques, and can be
admired at the exhibition.
Also included on the giant screen theater
in 3-D is “Mummies, Secrets of the Pharaohs”.
Afterwards enjoy lunch overlooking the
ocean at Anthony’s Fish Grotto where you
have three entrees to choose from before
heading home.
Must choose entree upon signing up:
1. Teriyaki Chicken Breast
2. Fried Fish & Shrimp
3. Caesar Salad and Cup of Chowder
Each entree includes beverage.
Sign up at the front desk
by February 15!
Bus departs at 8:00 am
Returns at approximately 4:00 pm
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Chartered Clubs
Billiards
Contact: Al Boucher - 951.658.5428
Thursdays - 5:00 pm
Billiards is played weekly, everyone welcome, gents and ladies, any
skill level, beginners included. Because of the growth, only the first
30 players will be signed up to play.
Bingo
Contact: Suzanne Wade - 951.791.1707 [email protected]. Second,
and fourth Monday of the month at 1:30 pm and third
Monday of the month at 6:30, minimum cost $6.00
This is low-key Bingo, played for fun! Guests are
welcome; however, they must be at least 18 years of age.
Bocce
Contact: Dennis Riemann - 951.658.7084
Tuesdays - 6:30 pm - Will resume in March
We have weekly competition each Tuesday
from March through October. Come join us. No experience is
required. Weekly Bocce play will resume in March. Look for the
announcements when the weather starts to warm up.
Community Craft Fair Club
Contact: Carolyn Whittaker - 760.715.9609 (cell)
or Janet Rubin - 951.925.3918, [email protected]
Purpose of the club is to organize and facilitate our
community craft fairs to provide an opportunity for residents to
exhibit and sell their craft products. Our current crafters will meet in
the Spring (no date determined at this time) to discuss the November
craft fair and plan for next year's Craft Fair.
Diamond Valley Daytrippers Club
Contact: Stan Rosenberg - 951.929.6722
Monday, February 9, 7:00 pm, Arts and Crafts Room
We co-ordinate daytrips using trips from several local bus companies.
We will be selecting daytrips through March. Contact
[email protected] to be added to our e-mail list.
Library Club
Contact: Dave LeClair- 951.925.0137
[email protected]
Third Tuesday of the month, 2:00 pm, Deergrass Room
Our purpose is to operate and maintain the library in our community
lodge. If you like fellowship with other friendly people you are
encouraged to join our group. We will train you to be a caretaker for
an occasional volunteer shift performing “light duty” in the Deergrass
Room. Attend one of our monthly meetings to meet us and learn more
details of why we are smiling!
Neighbor To Neighbor
The Neighbor To Neighbor Club is a Welcome
Committee, Neighbor Helping Hands and
Celebration of Life for all Solera Diamond Valley
residents. Pick up a flyer at the clubhouse on your next visit for
information regarding services provided.
Performing Arts Society
Contact: Sharon Latimer - 951.282.2518
Tuesday, February 10, 10:00 am, Silverwood Room
Fee: $5.00/year
We are in rehearsal for our spring show, "Tina Latino Rides to the
Rescue." It is not too late to get involved. We are looking for new,
faces and talents. If you have a flair for the dramatic, or a taste for
comedy, or have any behind the scenes talents (lighting, staging,
writing, costume making, etc.), come check us out.
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Quilting Club
Contact: Suzanne Wade - 951.791.1707
[email protected], Fridays, 9:00am - 3:00pm, Craft Room
This month we’re on to new adventures with our Guild Quilt
Show in February where we will be giving more Quilts of
Valor to Veterans again this year. A quilter’s work is NEVER DONE and
our numbers keep growing.
Side Pocket Sisters Ladies Billiards
Contact: Edith Reed - 951.392.2131. Wednesdays, 10:00
am
This club promotes billiards for women within SDV. The club meets for
basic instruction, mutual support, friendly competition, and quarterly
tournaments. The focus is on fun and camaraderie. All Solera sisters,
regardless of skill level or experience, are welcome to watch us play or to
join in the fun; but we warn you—our enthusiasm is contagious!
Veterans and Friends
Contact: Don Harn; 951-791-0637. Second Thursday
every month, 10:00 am, Silverwood Room
Our club is made up of veterans and non-veterans, who
wish to show their appreciation and thanks for our
military and veteran personnel for all they do. We also help the needy in
the local Hemet/San Jacinto Valley area. This club is open to all SDV
residents. Come and join us!
Groups
Book Group – Hooked on Books
Contacts: Barbara Rosenberg - 760.929.6722 and
Barbara Garcia - 760.902.7585
Fourth Wednesday of the month, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Please join Solera’s book discussion group for an
interesting discussion of our selected book. A reading list for 2015 is
available at the Lodge. We look forward to seeing you.
Bridge Group
Contact: Tom Naylor - 951.282-3440
[email protected], Tuesday 6:00 - 8:30 pm, Deergrass Room
1st and 3rd Tuesdays - Social bridge for beginners & players with coaches
to help you learn and improve. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays - Bridge for
intermediate and advanced players bring your partner or we’ll provide
one.
Brush Strokes
Contact: MarjorieRempel - 951.663-4900
[email protected], First & Third
Monday of the Month - 9:30 am, Craft Room
Bring any craft or art project you enjoy working on & join others who
like to create. It's fun to work in a group and great to see what others are
making. Any and all mediums welcome. Come join us!
Chair Exercise
Tuesdays 10:00 am. Bring 2 paper plates
We do chair exercises to music (DVD). Join in the fun and
laughter along with easy exercises.
Groups
Charades
Contact: Bob and Sherrie Chaparro - 951-925-2069
2nd Wednesday, 6:30 pm - closing, Craft Room
Join us for a laugh-out-loud good time. Each month we take turns
acting out and guessing book, song and movie titles, quotes and TV
shows. No timing or scorekeeping, just loads of fun. Please bring a
snack to share and your beverage of choice. Feel free to drop by just
to watch.
Chess Group
Contact: John Jacobs - 951.282.2148
Tuesdays, 10:00 am, Deergrass Room
The Chess Group invites everyone who wants to learn
how to play chess or improve their skills.
Garden/Bonsai Group
Contact: Bill Coles - 951.233.8610
Second Tuesday of the month, 10:00 - 11:30 am, Deergrass Room
Join us for monthly meetings to enjoy each other’s company, share
gardening successes and challenges, and learn from each other about
new techniques, plants, products and bonsai styling. We rotate
meetings between the club house and members’ homes and gardens.
We also take occasional field trips to nurseries and public gardens, so
new members should contact Bill for a monthly schedule.
Game Day
Contact: Hilary Ross - 951.925-4378 and Joy Statler - 951-652-0148
Sunday and Wednesday, 1:30 - 4:00 pm, Ballroom
Come and join the fun. Learn and play the popular Hand
& Foot Card game or any other table game that interests you.
Golf Group
Contact: Al Boucher - 951.658.5428
Thursday mornings
All skill levels are welcome. We have three to four foursomes playing
every week. Anyone interested in golfing, please join us.
Knitting/Crochet/Needlework Group
Contact: Judy Kenniston - 951.652.2120
[email protected], Wednesdays, 10:00 am, Lodge
We are a group of ladies that enjoy knitting, crocheting, needlework,
etc. and just getting together to have fun. We help each other learn
new techniques and share patterns. So, if you like to create and enjoy
laughter please join us on Wednesdays.
Ladies Golf Group (Par-Tee Gals)
Contact: Kathy McNall - 951.537.4016
Monday afternoons
We meet at several golf courses every Monday afternoon for
lunch and nine holes of golf. Come join in the fun.
Line Dancing Divas and Dudes
Contact: Margaret Gott - 951.282.2917 & Ranay Collins 951.260.3629
Thursdays, 1:30 pm, Ballroom at the Lodge, $5/lesson
Put on your dancing shoes! You don’t have to know how to
dance. Instructor Lois is patient & fun. You don’t even have to sign
up! The first 45 minutes is dedicated to new dancers or those who
want to review steps. More experienced dancers will come in after
that.
Mah Jongg
Contact: Sue De Sautel - 352.874.1046
Mondays, 1:00 pm, Deergrass Room
For those of you who love to play Mah Jongg, there are two
opportunities weekly. Monday at 1:00 pm and Thursday at 6:00 pm.
Come play with us!!
Neighborhood Watch
Contact: Corinne Jorgensen - 951.282.3813
[email protected]
Quarterly Neighborhood Watch meeting on February 11th at 2:00 PM in the
ballroom. Our guest speaker will be Hemet Police Neighborhood Watch
Division. They will share the latest scams and safety tips. Regular meeting
after the speaker. Please sign up so we can have a chair count.
Pickleball Group
Contact: Rick Terrian - 760.807.1341 - [email protected]
Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00 am, Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, 5:00 pm
Learn how the game is played and the rules. Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 am.
Games are played on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 9:00 am. Also
Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday night at 5:00 pm. This is a fun game and easy to
learn. You get a good work out but not too much. The more that play the better
and fun it is for all. All you need is court shoes and a smile.
Solera Solo Singles
Contact: Mitch Lane - 951.392.2221 - [email protected]
and Betty Reid - 951.282.3260 - [email protected]
Bowling at Cal Oaks Bowl in Murrieta - 2/27 11:30AM. Senior No Tap Monte
Carlo. Must be there at 11:30AM and bowling starts at noon. You must be 50
years or older and there is a maximum of 3 bowlers per lane. They have Colored
Pins Pay Off so money can be won and it's only $11.00 per person. They serve
food, and I've heard they have good pizza (not included in $11.00 price). Let's
meet at The Lodge parking lot at 10:45AM for carpooling. RSVP to Mitch
ASAP.
Tennis Group
Contact: Rosemary Calomese, 951.652.9265
Tuesday & Fridays, 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Tennis Courts
Residents are invited to join doubles tennis sessions: round-robin format.
Registration not required. Bring your tennis racket, new can of balls (optional),
tennis shoes (non-marking soles). Weather permitting.
Volunteers Group
Contact: Harriet Brunner - 951.765.0237
[email protected]
Perfect for new residents looking for entry into the "casual group" atmoshpere
at SDV, or any homeowner who can spare an hour or two occasionally to help
make our events a success. No need to commit to every event-help when you
can! We decorate, set tables, dish up potlucks...no moving furniture nor heavy
lifting. Reach out to contact person with questions.
Water Color Creativity
Contact: Call the front desk for more information - 951.652.5766
Thursdays, 2:00 pm, Silverwood Room
Join us for open painting time, join fellow SDV artists for
creative inspiration.
Water Volleyball
Contact: Dana Kilpatrick at [email protected] 951-764-4959 and Julio Arostegui at [email protected]
Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:00 am, Pool
Open to all residents and all skill levels. Beginners Welcome! Join us for fun,
exercise and a great way to get to know your fellow neighbors. Please contact
Dana or Julio for more information.
Zumba
Contact: Margaret Gott - 951.282.2917
and Riyani Hatch - 909.644.1072
[email protected], Aerobics Room
Mondays 9:00 am, Fridays 9:30 am
Anyone interested in participating in Zumba sessions should contact Margaret
Gott to schedule. No charge to participants. Takes place in Aerobics room using
video.
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Come and check out all the exciting clubs and groups here at
Solera Valley, you may want to join them all!
CLUBS AND GROUPS EXPO MEET & MINGLE
Friday, March 27 • 4:00 - 6:00 pm
If you are interested in starting a club or group, stop by the front desk and see
Lifestyle Director, Connie King or call the office at 951.652.5766.
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LIFESTYLE EVENTS AT A GLANCE
be various events promoted by sales and marketing that will
There may
see calendar.
please
For club and group events,
Solera
Diamond
Valley Comm.
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to attend and meet current residents. Event dates and times are subject to change.
provide an opportunity for potential buyers Presents
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from before heading for home.
Tuesday, March 10
8:00 am bus departs
King Tut Exhibit
San Diego Natural History Museum
Saturday,March
May 19
Tuesday,
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7:00
5:30 am
pm
St. Patrick’s Day Pot Luck
Friday, March 27
4:00 pm Must Choose Entrée upon sign-up:
1. Teriyaki Chicken Breast 2. Fried Fish & Shrimp or
3. Caesar Salad & cup of Chowder (Includes Beverage)
For Information & Reservations:
Connie King @ (951) 652-5766
Sunday, April 26
6:00 pm
May 12 - 15
Valentine’s Day
The day was first associated with romantic love in
the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle
Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished. In
18th-century England, it evolved into an occasion in
which lovers expressed their love for each other by
presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending
greeting cards (known as "valentines"). In Europe,
Saint Valentine's Keys are given to lovers "as a romantic
symbol and an invitation to unlock the giver’s heart", as
well as to children, in order to ward off Saint Valentine's
Malady. Valentine's Day symbols that are used today
include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure
of the winged Cupid. Since the 19th century,
handwritten valentines have given way to massproduced greeting cards.
Departs at 8:00am
Return approx. 4:00pm
Clubs and Groups EXPO
Meet & Mingle
Easy Listening
Save the Date
Reno and Tahoe Excursion