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October 2014

SUNBURST TEAM Chairperson: Kate Grussendorf Calendar: Linda Wascher

Sunburst Email:

Directory: Mary Hahn A&E Liaison: Kathy Buckley Sunburstnewsletter@hotmail.com

HOA MANAGER OF THE MONTH Russ Silcott – October

2014 - 2015 BLOCK CAPTAINS Phase I Phase II Phase III

Blk. 1 - Pam Rietz Blk. 1 - Dave Paquet Blk. 1 - Paul Hasse

Blk. 2 - Duf Rowland Blk. 2 - Barbara Bransky Blk. 2 - Paul Hasse

FIRST, THE GOOD NEWS – by Kate Grussendorf The very good news is that Kathy Buckley has joined the Sunburst Team as the A&E Liaison. She will also help with proofing the Sunburst. Welcome Kathy we’re so happy you joined the team!

NOW, THE REST OF THE STORY - - - We’re still in need of someone to lead the team! As most of you know, Dave & I intend to expand our travel schedule in 2015 so the Sunburst Team is also looking for someone to organize and publish the Sunburst. For this position, familiarity with MS

Word and Excel are important. You don’t have to be an “expert.” Here’s what I do. Using the previous month’s Sunburst as a template I simply copy what is submitted for the current month and paste (insert) it into the previous Sunburst (template) and rename it. Very little actual writing is involved. If you’re interested, please contact me, or another Sunburst Team member as soon as possible. I’ll be happy to work with you for the next three months until my resignation is effective.

SANTA ANNA CASINO BUS TRIP – by Robert Power

We’ll leave Tuesday Oct. 28th at 9 am. For more information and or sign up contact Bob Power (149).

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SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS

10/03 Ginger Kittilsen 10/21 Beverly Mikita

10/06 Nancy Anderson 10/23 Randy Blair

10/07 Barbara Hood 10/23 Sandra Schneck

10/08 Donna Panici 10/25 Robin Carlson

10/09 Ruby Glasscock 10/27 Billie Cobb

10/11 Wayne Hargrave 10/27 Doug Rietz,

10/13 Robert Power 10/29 Adelyn Grudier

10/16 Donald Gonzalez 10/29 Weldon Paxton

OCTOBER LOCAL EVENTS – by Mary Hahn If you have any November events you would like publicized please e-mail them to Mary Hahn by Oct. 17th. Aux Dog Theatre Nob Hill 3111 Monte Vista Blvd, NE 505-254-771 auxdog.com September 12 - October 5: The Jammer

The Adobe Theater 9813 Fourth St NW, Albuquerque 505-898-9222 adobetheater.org October 24 – November 16: The Member of the Wedding Belen Harvey House 104 N First, Belen 505-863-0681 facebook.com/belenharveyhouse September 30 - November 1: Belen Model Rail Club Fall Exhibit Albuquerque Little Theatre 224 San Pasquale Ave 505-242-4750, albuquerquelittletheatre.org October 10 – November 2: Grease Popejoy 203 Cornell Drive, NE 505-925-5858 popejoypresents.com Wicked: September 10 - October 5 Abba Mania: October 26

New Mexico Tech/Macey Center, Socorro 575-835-5688 nmtpas.org October 3: Golden Dragon Acrobats October 30: The Complete History of Comedy/Abridged NMSU Valencia County Cooperative Extension Service October 7: 5:30-8:00 First United Methodist Church, Belen. FREE “Healthy Eating Cooking Class” includes recipe book & dinner prepared by class 505-565-3002 to RSVP by September 30 Musical Theatre Southwest 6320 Domingo Rd NE, Albuquerque 505-265-9369 musicalthertresw.com October 10 – November 13: Kiss of the Spider Woman East Mountain Centre for the Theatre Vista Grande Community Center 15 Madera Rd, Cedar Crest 505-286-1950 emct.org October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25: Trans Siberian Express Murders (musical murder mystery) (Dinner Theater or show only) Valencia Valley Quilt Show FREE Don Jose Dolores Cordova Cultural Center 426 Jarales Road October 3, 4: 10 AM – 4 PM

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ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA – by Doug & Pam Rietz

October 4th – 12th, 2014

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the world's largest hot air ballooning event. For nine days during the first full week of October, hundreds of colorful balloons float above the city each morning as dawn breaks over the Sandia Mountains. It's no wonder this visual feast is said to be the world's most photographed event. Mass ascensions, when many hundreds of balloons lift off into the morning sky, are held on all four weekend mornings and one day mid-week. Mass ascensions begin after "dawn patrol" carefully examines the morning's weather conditions. When the dawn patrol gives the green light, balloons from all over the world rise together in a harmonious lift-off. The sight of 500 balloons in the sky is as breathtaking for first-time visitors as it continues to be for veteran fiesta attendees. Balloon glow and other events are held in the evenings. Balloon enthusiasts fill the launch field and walk among the tethered balloons of every color, shape and size. As the propane burners inflate the balloons against a dark sky, they seem to flicker like giant psychedelic light bulbs. Special shapes balloons come alive during magical evening Balloon "Glowdeos". Dinosaurs, bumble bees, flowers, a stage coach and a cow jumping over the moon can all be seen up close during a glowdeo, and they all launch together during their own mass ascensions, called "special shape rodeos." Balloon pilots particularly enjoy the competition of the precision flying events. Every weekday morning, pilots compete in events that are a lot harder than they look. In the key grab event, pilots must launch at least one mile away from the field, then fly back, avoiding collisions with hundreds of other balloons, and navigate to the precise location of an envelope attached to a tall pole. The envelope holds the keys to a new car and the first one to grab it wins. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Schedule and Events: http://www.balloonfiesta.com/

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ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE REPORT, October, 2014 – by Patricia Carter Co-chairpersons: Jan Holder and Pat Carter. Members: Kathy Buckley, Mary Hahn, Ann and Rich Pincus, Jerene Smithson. We held our Hot Aug Nights Event on Aug 16th with the band “Salvaged” playing for us. It was a huge success with a lot

of great music and dancing. There were 60 people attending, and of course everyone got into the Moonshine again! We hope to have “Salvaged” another time.

Space is still available for the September 28, 55 Alive AARP driving class. Please contact Mary Hahn

On October 4 for coffee and donuts, A&E has arranged for a speaker from NM Aging and Disability Resource Center to speak on issues Senior Citizens may encounter. Plans are being made for October 25th 5:00 for Oktoberfest. A&E will provide a variety of wurst and buns. Potato salad,

sauerkraut and condiments, lemonade and ice tea and coffee are also provided by A&E. Attendees will be asked when reserving a ticket to bring a side dish that compliments the German theme or a dessert and their own beer or wine. There may be some other surprises too. See Kathy Buckley (132) for tickets. Tickets will $1.00 each for residents,$2.00 each for guests, sales end October 17.

The rest of the year plans are being made for: Thanksgiving dinner, holiday party, Christmas dinner and New Years Eve event. No details now. Summer decorations at the entrance and in the dining room were done by Nancy Battleson, thank you Nancy. Advertising marquee in the clubhouse hallway from now on is being taken care for the upcoming year by Janet Lee McKinley, thank you Janet Lee. We are always looking for people to decorate, help and also be on the committee, even if it is a one time thing. Contact any of us in the A&E group. Unfortunately JoAnn Tresler has resigned from A&E after 5 years. Thank you to JoAnn and Don for all their help.

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OCTOBER CLUB HOUSE ACTIVITIES DINING ROOM: Coffee and Donuts

The First Saturday of Every Month at 9:00 AM Saturday, October 4 Barbara Reynolds and Kathy Buckley are hosts for October. Shannon Cupka from the New Mexico Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program will speak on “Aging Gracefully” (see flyer)

Note: Any month when there is no host signed up, that Coffee and Donuts must be cancelled. If you’re interested instructions are posted next to the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board

Potluck Breakfast The Second Saturday of the month at 9:00 AM Saturday, October 11 Bring your favorite breakfast dish to the clubhouse dining room to share with your friends and neighbors. You will also need to bring your own plate and eating utensils. This is a "no host" activity.

Potluck Dinner The Third Saturday of the month at 5:00 PM Saturday, October 18 Ann and Rich Pincus are hosts for October

A&E does not put on these events. We simply monitor the sign-up sheets for Coffee and Potluck Dinner and provide the names of the hosts to the Sunburst.

Men’s Coffee Club

Every Tuesday at 9:00 AM This is a no-host event. The first one there puts on the coffee.

Ladies Coffee Every Friday at 8:30 AM This is a no-host event. The first one there puts on the coffee.

Country Music Jam Every Monday from 1:00 – 3:00 PM We have a jam of country musicians from inside and outside our community. Contact Charlie Babecka.

TGIS (Thank Goodness it's Saturday) Every Saturday Evening at 5:00 PM Bring your own beverage and a snack to share with others. This is a no-host gathering so each person is responsible for cleaning up after themselves. Contact: Kathy Buckley

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DININGROOM: (continued) Po-Ke-No (Depending on the season and the number of players, sometimes in the Card Room)

Every Wednesday Evening from 7:00PM - 9:00PM (Note winter time change) Bring your pennies and join us for this fun game. Contact: Madeline Schwalm

Creative Crafters

Every Thursday from 11:30-1:00 Bring any project you are working on that is easy to tote (knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, scrap-booking, etc). Bring your own lunch if you'd like. Contact: Nancy Battleson

CARD ROOM:

Mah Jongg Every Thursday Afternoon from 1:00PM – 4:00 PM Mah Jongg is played with tiles. Everyone is learning a new card, so come and join us! Contact: Liz Paquet

Ponytail Canasta

Every Monday & Tuesday Afternoon at 12:30 PM, and Every Friday Night at 6:00 PM; Contact: Sandy Mayfield

Pinochle Every Thursday Morning at 9:30 AM Contact: Sandy Mayfield

Cribbage Every Wednesday Afternoon from 1PM - 3PM

Contact: Russ Silcott

POKER ROOM:

Bridge Every Monday Morning from 9:00 AM - 1:00PM We are always looking for new members, either as regulars or subs. Contact: Linda Perry

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OCTOBER NON-CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS

REGULARLY SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES: Swimming Pool:

Monday through Friday: 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Water Aerobics Contact: Irene Jollie 11:00 A.M. - Noon Water Aerobics Contact: Irene Jollie

Fall Hours Are Now In Affect:

September, 8:00 AM - 7:00PM, October, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM November, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Billiard Room:

Monday through Saturday:

7:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M. Men’s Billiards Contact: Mel Ragsdale Thursday 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Nine Ball Contact: Riche Baiori Friday 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Men’s Billiards Contact: Mel Ragsdale

Multi-Purpose Park, Belen: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Tennis Contact: Dave Grussendorf

The Lunch Bunch The Third Thursday of every month The once a month lunch bunch will meet on Thursday, October 16th at Yanni’s, 3109 Central Ave NE 268-9250. We’ll meet at 11:20 am at the clubhouse. Please contact Darlene Hargrave, by Tuesday, October 14th to let her know if you will be going to lunch. She

will be calling for reservations. Hope to see you there!