Happy Father’s DayJune 21st is the day to honor your dad or your memories of him, or to be honored if you are one.

Flag DayHang out that flag on June 14th to let everyone know we’re lucky we live in this country.

VisitorsThey probably don’t know our rules, but you are responsible for your visitors. You could say “BTW, we are asked to tell our visitors that our rule for “x is…, and also that…” and state whatever rule(s) you think might be important for your visitor to know. Other residents thank you! Corona virusStay safe and protect others too. Stay home! If you go out, when appropriate wear a mask, use gloves, stay 6 feet away from others. Wash your hands often so you don’t move the potential virus from them to your eyes and/or nose. Follow guidelines given by our health officials.

Residents are getting potted!Enjoy these pictures, but also the real thing as you walk or drive around our park. We have many plants in pots to add some color and to discourage gopher theft.

DroughtAct like we’re in one because we might be. Be careful of water use: flushing, watering the garden, showering, bathing, washing dishes, laundry etc. You know the drill!

Medicare scamsUnfortunately, scammers are using the COVID-19 pandemic to try to steal your Medicare Number, personal information, and money. And they’re using robocalls, social media posts, and emails to do it. Remember, if anyone reaches out to get your Medicare Number or personal information in exchange for something, you can bet it’s a scam. Visit Medicare.gov/fraud for more information and tips on preventing Medicare scamsand fraud.

Have fun figuring out where these pictures were taken. Pictures by Chris (sp. 22), Sharon, (sp. 75) and Hedi (sp. 6).

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Monthly Park Fees: Due on the 5th business day of the month.

Board Meetings: 4th Wed of the month, 6:00 pm , clubhouse

Finance Committee: 3rd Tuesday of the month, 5:00 pm, clubhouse

AC/MC Meeting: 1st Monday of the month, 5:00 pm, clubhouse

Garden Committee: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 4:30 pm, clubhouse

Birthday Bash Party: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 2:00 pm, clubhouse

Bookmobile: Every other Tuesday 2:30-3:00pm, outside Clubhouse

Emergency Assistance: Requiring Police, Sheriff, Fire Dept, Ambulance : 911

Any other urgent assistance: Call James (sp. 53) or Ken (sp. 20) All digital NOOZ copies are available for download at sorrento-oaks.com

Roolz 9 and 10Rool 9: Pets. Each space can have 1 pet under 20 pounds adult weight. Dogs outside homes: on leashes, not to go on other spaces. Pick up droppings, don’t dispose of via plumbing. No pets to run at large, be fed outside, make disturbances.Rool 10: Home Standards, Maintenance, Size & Changes. Any new home must be approved by our board and meet State, Federal standards. See the rule for size, removal, remodels, skirting/awnings, appearance, doorways, utilities, water use, malfunctions, antennas, physical changes, electrical restrictions, drainage, use of concrete, fumigating, door/window/furnace/hot water heater/roof replacement and more. This is a multipage rule that covers a lot of information. The AC/MC (Architectural Committee/Maintenance Committee) can help you sort out questions and answers.

Eat less plastic!Do you eat a credit card every week? The magazine Consumer Reports thinks you consume the equivalent, and included an article about it in the June 2020 issue stating that “…tiny bits of plastic are in our food, drinking water, the air we breathe, and, yes, inside our bodies.” The article suggests six ways to use less plastic: 1) Drink tap water - don’t rely on bottled water; 2) heat food in or on the stove or by microwaving in glass - don’t microwave in plastic; 3) buy and store food in glass, silicone, or foil - don’t store food in plastic, especially plastic that may contain harmful chemicals; 4) eat fresh food as much as possible - don’t rely on processed food wrapped in plastic; 5) vacuum regularly - don’t allow household surfaces to get dusty and 6) work with your community - don’t assume your impact is limited to what you do in your personal life.

What tips do you have to share with us all?

Weed controlThe Garden Committee sends out a big thank you to John (sp. 5) for helping complete the Weed Control Project outside the Brommer Street Wall on May 26th. John loaded his truck with a cubic yard of purchased redwood gorilla hair groundcover, and then covered the area between the wall and the sidewalk with it to prevent future weed growth. (The Garden Committee had previously covered the area with weedcloth.) He placed the excess groundcover east of the Sorrento Oaks Senior Park sign, below the painted wall. Thank you John!

WalkingDo you know that it’s 1/3 of a mile if you walk once around our park? The streets are wide enough for walking, our gardens have plants to behold, and our neighbors are friendly. You can walk down into the glen if you feel like viewing nature at its best. Take a walk: it’s good for you, it’s a pleasant way to enjoy our spring weather and maybe you’ll meet some neighbors new to you.

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