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6 Manager’s Message: Starpointe Renovations Continue

7 On the Cover: Estrella’s Mr. & Mrs. Claus

8 Covenants & Compliance: Holiday Decorating Reminders

9 December Meetings & Save The Date

10 Operations & Business: Estrella Wins at the Seventh Annual GEM Awards

11 Contest: Holiday Decorating Contest

12 Developer’s Corner: Looking Back on a Fantastic 2015 in Estrella

14 Snippets: Estrella Landscaping Update & Lawn Tips

16 Clubs & Groups: Estrella Book Club

17 Cuisine: Baked Brie with Walnuts, Pecans, Grapes & Figs

17 Cuisine: Pomegranate Sangria

18 Estrella’s Scrapbook

20 City of Goodyear: Goodyear Ranked Among Top 10 U.S. Cities

22 City of Goodyear: 2015 Positions Goodyear for a Bright 2016

23 Police Report: Celebrate Responsibly This Holiday Season

24 Residents Club: Upcoming Events December 2015

26 Westar Elementary: Students Climb High for the Holidays

29 December 2015 Calendar

30 Numbers to Know: Starpointe Groups, Clubs, Instructors and Personal Trainers


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This calendar year is almost over, but it won’t be going out without a BANG! Please

join us for the Grand Re-Opening of the Starpointe Residents Club on Thursday, December 3, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. where you can enjoy music, food, drink and the

“Wow Factor” of the club’s recent renovations.

You will be amazed at the new look of the pool area with the renovated slides, pools and furniture. Also, all of the lighting has been updated and upgraded to LED lighting and the speakers replaced in the pool and outdoor patio areas. The icing on top is the beautiful renovated furniture for the patio and pool areas with the addition of three cabanas to provide shade for residents who come to enjoy the pools on hot summer days.

Starpointe Residents Club interior has been revitalized with many new upgrades that include new lighting, stack stone feature walls, fresh paint on the exterior and café area and new décor. From the patio, you can sit and relax in the newly reconditioned furniture with a beverage and hors d’oeuvres, while enjoying the beautiful new fountains that light up the North Lake with festive colors. All of the work inside Starpointe Residents Club was done in-house by the dedicated CCMC staff that serves the residents of Estrella every day.

2015 has really been an exciting and active year for the community with several remarkable projects that have been successfully completed such as the pump station renovations

and electrical updates, the aeration system for the lakes, the fountains at North Lake, granite and plant replenishment, the removal of the hill at South Lake, asphalt repairs and sealcoat, concrete repairs and block/stucco and iron fence repairs and repainting in over 20 parcels and let’s not forget the new Presidio Residents Club that is emerging and expected to be completed by August, 2016.

We hope that everyone has an opportunity to stop by Starpointe on December 3 from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. to celebrate these accomplishments for 2015 and enjoy the beautiful upgrades to your club.

It has been a pleasure to serve the community in 2015 and on behalf of myself and all of the CCMC staff, we would also like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Merry Holiday Season and a Healthy - Happy New Year!

Starpointe renovations ContinueBy Lisa Lundskow, Community Manager

>>> manager’s message


Phone: 623-386-1112 / Fax: 623-386-5788LifeInEstrella.comOffice Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours available by appointment

Todd Wuellner, MA, CPRP, CMCA

Facilities Director

Lisa Lundskow, CAAM, PCAM

Community Manager

Robert Cruz, CAAMOperations Manager

Shirley RobertsonCommunications

Coordinator

Sharon ThunstedtAdministrative Coordinator

Kevin WellsFacilities Supervisor

Estrella’s Mr. & Mrs. Claus>>> on the cover

Erin Stewart Assistant Lifestyle

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Amy HelmsDesign Review

Coordinator

Bobby KellerFacilities Administrative

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Mary Ann Brungardt Starpointe Front

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Patrick LawrenceYacht Club Coordinator

Jessie SalasReception Administrative

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Did you know that Santa and Mrs. Claus have their second home in Estrella? When in Estrella, they introduce themselves as Mr.

and Mrs. Sowers. Of course their main home is in the North Pole ... just in case you would like to write them in hopes you will get that special gift.

Instead of traveling in their sleigh with Rudolph and team for a photo shoot for Life In Estrella, they decided to come to Estrella in fashion by driving a red 1964 Chevrolet Malibu owned by an Estrella Mountain Car Club member.

The Estrella Mountain Car Club is planning a Car Show in Estrella in March 2017. They would appreciate your feedback to assist in their planning process for a successful event. Please take a moment to fill out their survey online at www.LifeInEstrella.com. All entries will be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card. The car club meets on the second Saturday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at Starpointe.

The annual coloring contest will be held from December 8–21.

Prizes will be awarded for various age groups. Stop by the PreSchooner Club and pick up a coloring sheet anytime the

club is open.

With the Holidays here we want to remind our residents of some

important and helpful information.

Decorations Given the wide range of options for our Estrella residents, the types of decoration to be displayed will not

be regulated. However, the Design Review Committee has established periods of time that such decorations can be displayed. Seasonal decorations may be displayed from November 1 to January 31 and no earlier than one (1) week before and no later than one (1) week after any nationally recognized Holiday not falling within the previously mentioned months. We are excited to see what Holiday decorating ideas our residents have for us to enjoy this year. We hope you have a happy and safe Holiday Season There is a great opportunity to participate in Estrella’s ‘Holiday Home Decorating Contest’ that began on November 16, 2015. The categories are:

• TraditionalHolidaySpirit

• BestLightandLawnOrnamentDisplay

• BestinShow

The deadline to enter is Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Judging will take place on Friday, December 18, 2015 after 6:00 p.m.. Winners will be notified no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 21, 2015. Pick up an entry form at Starpointe or HOA Office.

ParKinGWill you have family and guests visiting this Holiday Season? Here is a review of the parking rules in Estrella.

Parking Waiver Policy for RVs (campers, trailers, motor homes, boats on trailers etc.) Two continuous waivers shall not be granted. Waivers are granted for the following:

• Tripdeparture/preparation–cleaning,loadingandpreparationpriortotrip

• Lightmaintenanceworkandcleaning

• Tripreturn/cleanup–cleaning,unloadingandpreparationpriortoreturningRVtostorage

• Guest RVs – parking while guest visits aresident

• NoRVmaybeusedtoprovideadditionallivingandsleepingspaceduringthewaiver

Parking Waivers for authorized vehicles such as passenger cars and trucks of residents or visiting guests may be granted for a period of three (3) consecutive nights, but no more than twenty four (24) times per year. Two waivers in a row shall not be granted.

CHRiSTmaSTReeDiSpOSaLThe City of Goodyear offers conveniently located recycling drop-off sites that will accept your Christmas trees. Please remove all decorations, tree stands and lighting. Trees are chipped and used for mulch and ground cover for a local farm. Please call Goodyear Environmental Services at 623-932-3010 or visit www.goodyearaz.gov/RecycleTree for 2015/2016 locations and more information.

Do not hesitate to contact the Covenants and Compliance Department with any concerns/questions. Most of all, enjoy your Holiday!


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Holiday Decorating remindersBy Robert Cruz, CAAM, Operations Manager

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Estrella residents are encouraged to attend any meeting. Unexpected changes may occur; therefore, a meeting date and time may change. Please check with Starpointe Front Desk to confirm all meetings.

BoardofDirectorsTuesday, December 1, 2015, 6:30 p.m.

Budget/FinanceCommitteeWednesday, December 2, 5:00 p.m.

CommunicationsCommitteeThursday, December 10, 2015, 5:00 p.m.

LandscapeCommitteeMonday, December 14, 2015, 4:30 p.m.

December Meetings

extended stay

extendedStayForms&instructionsIt is that time of the year when friends and family come to visit Arizona to escape the cold weather. Remember to have an ‘Extended Stay Form’ filled out before your guests arrive so they will be able to enjoy all of the amenities you enjoy every day. This form can be mailed or brought to Starpointe Front Desk. All 2015 forms expire on December 31, 2015. Visit www.LifeInEstrella.com to retrieve the 2016 form and make sure you include the property owners’ signature.

If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact Starpointe Front Desk at 623-386-1949.

A very Happy Holiday Season for you, your family and friends from Starpointe Front Desk Staff,

Mary Ann, Lyn, Carol, Margaret, Barbara, Terri, Colleen and Maria


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Estrella Wins at the Seventh Annual GEM Awards By Shirley Robertson, Communications Coordinator

On October 21, 2015 the Arizona Association of Community Managers (AACM) hosted its 7th Annual Guiding Excellence in Management

(G.E.M.) awards.

Awards are given to members in nine categories. CCMC was honored to have five finalists in four of the nine categories. While CCMC managers won in all four of the categories, one was significant for Estrella.

Our community manager, Lisa Lundskow, was the winner in the category for the Humanitarian Level II award. Eligibility for this award is limited to community managers for associations with over 300 homes and who have gone above and beyond in helping a

homeowner, their community, or cause within their community.

Lisa was extremely touched and humble when accepting the award. Her gracious acceptance was

extended to everyone who came together as one including Newland Communities, Fighter Country Partnership, Luke Air Force Base, the City of Goodyear, military personnel, business contributors, sponsors and over 250 volunteers from Estrella and CCMC that assisted in facilitating with the five day 24 hour event.

Congratulations to Lisa and all involved for their efforts to bring The Moving Wall™ to Estrella!

Pictured from left to right: Delores Ferguson, CCMC Western Division President, Karen Angelo, Executive Assistant Western Division, Stephanie Fee, Community Manager, Power Ranch, Monica Hollins, Community Manager, The Plaza Lofts at Kierland Commons, Lisa Lundskow, Community Manager, Estrella and D J Cole, CCMC CEO


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Holiday Home Decorating Contest

You are invited to celebrate the holiday season by letting

your creativity shine!

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community services office

Prize Categoriestraditional holiday spirit

light & lawn ornament Display

best in show

The competition will be judged on friday, December 18, 2015 after

6:00 p.m. Winners will be notified no later than 5:00 p.m. on monday,

December 21, 2015. forms are located at starpointe front Desk and

www.lifeinestrella.com.

entry DeaDline Wednesday, December 16

5:00 p.m. residents can tour the beautiful lights and winning locations by

picking up the winners list at the community services office on

December 21, 2015.


developer

The holiday season is here, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past year and the things that have made an impact on our lives and the

greater community.

We look back on a year filled with meaningful community events and major amenity upgrades and announcements that sum up 2015.

We broke ground on a second residents club, Presidio, scheduled to open in the summer of 2016. We also introduced a newly renovated Information Center including an interior remodel, new technology, a self-service coffee bar and more.

It has also been a big year for our builders. AV Homes introduced a wealth of new amenities and upgrades to its 55-Plus community, CantaMia which included the addition of four Pickleball courts, two bocce courts, a tennis court, a 1,444 square-foot art studio, a desert succulent garden, circuit training equipment, two ramadas and a fenced dog park. Gehan Homes debuted the new neighborhood of Palazzo in our Montecito community with two models to tour and five home plans. Many of the other Estrella builders introduced brand new floor plans.

Our residents have been hard at work as well. The Estrella Trails Committee completed its newest trail in April. “Up There” is the latest in Estrella’s robust trail system of more than 20 miles of community hiking and bike paths. Through a community partnership with the City of Goodyear and West Valley Trails Alliance, the award winning bicycle “pump track” was also built and introduced at the Foothills Community Park next to Estrella Foothills High School in 2015.

Estrella played host to several events focused on healthy lifestyles and fitness, including the 3rd Annual Salute Our Troops Run, once again benefiting the Military Assistance Mission (MAM). Additionally, for the first time in Arizona, the very popular Flavor Run came to Estrella, and it was a huge hit with residents and non-residents alike.

Finally, art and cultural appreciation continued to be an essential part of life at Estrella. This year featured the second Goodyear Lakeside Music Fest (#GLM Fest), a celebration of the arts and featured more than half a dozen bands within a wide range of music genres. In

September, Ballet Arizona returned to the community bringing Ballet Under The Stars once again. We also saw the return of the Lakeside Farmers Market, which will continue on the third Saturday of every month through April 2016.

It was recently announced in the Estrella Blog that we are celebrating our 10-year anniversary of Newland being the developer of Estrella. Newland would like to thank each and every person who has positively impacted this community in the past 10 years. It has truly been an honor getting to know the residents, community partners, and Goodyear city officials. Thank you all for making 2015 one of our favorites in our 10 years together.

It’s been a busy year! We look forward to 2016 and the many great times ahead. As always, we value our amazing residents who make Estrella not just a community, but also a home.

>>> Developer’s corner

Looking back on a Fantastic 2015 in Estrella Submitted by Newland Communities


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Estrella Landscaping Update & Lawn TipsBy Four Peaks Landscape Management, Inc.

As the year comes to a close, we would like to thank Estrella for allowing us to maintain the communities common area landscaping.

We are preparing for a very busy 2016 by working with both the management company CCMC and the Estrella Landscape Committee.

We will continue following the horticultural schedule that we have mapped out and as a result, we are seeing an improvement in the health of the landscaping. We will continue this schedule as we move forward into the new year.

Along with the landscape maintenance schedule, we have been completing additional projects including tree trimming, plant installations, granite refreshments and re-landscaping some areas in need of it.

We have also spent significant time cleaning up after a few serious storms that we experienced this past summer and fall, which even included a tornado! All in all, it has been a busy year.

We would like to take a moment and express our appreciation to all who have worked with us on the landscaping this past year. We have been working very hard to build a partnership with the Management Company CCMC, the Estrella Landscape Committee and residents. It is a true partnership based on trust and professionalism. We will continue to build and maintain this relationship as we remain to provide your landscape services over the next year.

Here are a few helpful home tips to help keep your landscaping healthy during the holiday season:

When stringing holiday lights outdoors on landscape plantings, wrap the plants lightly. Remove them as soon as possible after the holiday passes.

Cold weather typically arrives in full force about midmonth. When frost is forecast, wrap tender landscape plants with burlap or horticultural frost blankets.

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Trying to get the right book for the holiday season presents challenges. It’s a season to be happy. But with all that’s going on, sometimes

everything isn’t rosy. Our book club selection for December hopefully will bring some lightness without too much drama to handle.

Bah, Humbug by Heather Horrocks is classified as a romantic comedy Christmas novella. So as not to spoil the reading of it, just expect the unexpected and sit back and enjoy the story. The storyline follows a would-be Martha Stewart-like television celebrity (Lexi Anderson) and the author (Kyle Miller) of a popular adventure novel series. Lexi’s children really like Miller’s adventure series and as fate or luck would have it, guess who they move next door to just before Christmas?

Come share your thoughts about this story with others who enjoy talking about books. As is our practice,

the book club member who suggested the book leads the discussion. This is going to be a lively, fun morning and can be the impetus needed to get through the holiday season less stressed.

This December 9 we will meet at Mimi’s Cafe’ at 10:00 a.m.. Mark your calendars for every second Wednesday of the month for our 2016 meetings.m. Looking forward to having you join us. Please call Nina Adair for more information: 623-810-3494.

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pomegranate sangriaingredients: 1 bottle Fruity red wine 2 c Pomegranate juice 1/2 c Brandy 1/2 c Triple Sec 1/4 c Simple Syrup (equal amounts sugar and water, heated until sugar dissolves, cooled) 1/4 c Pomegranate seeds 1 large Orange halved and thinly sliced 1 Green apple, cored, halved and thinly sliced 1 c Red grapes, sliced in 1/2

directions: Combine all ingredients in a pitcher, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 48 hours before serving. Serve over ice.

BaKeD Brie with walnuts, pecans, grapes & figsingredients: 2 tbs unsalted butter¼ c pecans coarsely chopped¼ c walnuts coarsely chopped ¼ c red seedless grapes cut in half ¼ c chopped figs½ c light brown sugar1 tsp cinnamon 7-8 oz round high-quality French Brie

directions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Combine the butter, pecans, walnuts, light brown sugar and cinnamon in a skillet over medium heat. Stir until sugar is fully melted and nuts are covered with brown sugar mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.

Remove the Brie from its packaging. Cut off the top rind of the round of Brie, leaving a 1/4-inch border around the edges (use a sharp knife and go in from above at a slight angle). Discard the rind you have removed. Put the Brie in a small baking dish. Cover the dish with foil, and bake until the cheese is warm and gooey, 30 to 35 minutes.

Place brie on serving dish and cover with nut mixture, grapes and figs.Serve with bread and crackers.

Heavenly Holiday Treats By Estrella Residents


community>>> estrella’s scrapbooK

Most photos in Life In Estrella Magazine are professionally taken by Dave Finley and Tony Pignone, Estrella residents, Communications Committee members and professional photographers. It is an honor to have their wonderful photos displayed in the magazine free of charge. Thanks to all of our supporters for advertising to allow the talents of Dave and Tony displayed throughout the magazine and to Estrella Homes and Land for sponsoring this ‘Scrapbook’ page showing Estrella Living!

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Halloween festivities by Dave Finley

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CITY>>> city of gooDyear

Goodyear ranked Among Top 10 U.S. CitiesBy City of Goodyear PIO

The City of Goodyear has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Best U.S. Cities to live in, according to a poll released on Thursday,

November 5 by 24/7 WallSt.com.

To determine America’s best cities to live in, 24/7 WallSt.com reviewed data on the 550 areas measured by the U.S. Census Bureau with populations of 65,000 or more. City rankings were based on a range of variables, including: crime rates, employment growth, educational attainment and housing affordability. Goodyear was the only Arizona city ranked in the top 50. Meridian, Idaho was ranked first.

“We’re more than excited to be named among the Top 10 Best cities to live in,” said Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord. “Our last citizen satisfaction survey showed that 96 percent of the respondents likes living in Goodyear and would recommend it to others as a place to live. Clearly the word is spreading.”

Some of reasons 24/7 WallSt.com gave for the high ranking of Goodyear include: average household earns roughly $70,000 annually, nearly $20,000 higher than the median household income across Arizona; a lower poverty rate of 12.1% versus 18.2% for the state; and relatively safe place to live, with only 132 incidences of violent crime per 100,000 residents annually which is less than half of the state a whole.

Because of its importance, the labor market was one of the key measures 24/7 WallSt.com used to identify the best cities. In order to be considered, a city needed positive employment growth between 2011 and 2013 and an unemployment rate of no more than 9.8 percent, roughly one-third higher than the national rate last year.

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2015 positions Goodyear for a bright 2016By Mayor Georgia Lord

The City of Goodyear had an exciting year in 2015, and I truly believe the future is even brighter.

Last year was motivating, especially in the way of growth and economic development projects that were announced or broke ground. Goodyear remains one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States – and it’s not by accident.

Attractive attributes throughout the city have strategically positioned Goodyear for future success. One being located along Interstate 10 and the recently-opened Loop 303. These critical roadways are attracting more businesses to Goodyear.

In 2015, everything from diverse dining options and the finest movie theatre to industry and manufacturing came to Goodyear.

If that wasn’t enough, at the State of the City Address in October, I was overjoyed to announce Byrd Hotel Group is planning to build a hotel just beyond centerfield at Goodyear Ballpark. Scheduled to open in 2017, it will be the largest hotel in Goodyear and no doubt will spur more long-awaited growth in that area.

More recently, one big announcement we were more than thrilled to hear was Goodyear being ranked 7th Best City to Live In by 24/7 WallSt.com. The rankings identified the Top 50 best cities in the U.S. and Goodyear was the only Arizona city on the list. I couldn’t agree with them more!

With Goodyear being just 12 percent developed, the city continues to map out its future. The hard work of our officials and city employees have helped make it possible as Goodyear prides itself on being business-friendly and an attractive place to live, work and play. The City of Goodyear plans to continue adding to the amenities of shopping, dining and quality community events as well as providing the best services possible.

In all, I would say 2015 was another “Great Year” in Goodyear and I believe 2016 will be even better.

I wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season, and a prosperous new year.

John Pizzarelli

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Tis the season to be merry and bright and celebrate right … SAFELY! The Goodyear Police Department urges you to enjoy the

holidays safely and responsibly. If adults of legal drinking age choose to drink, please don’t drive! If alcohol is part of your holiday celebration, plan ahead and assign a designated driver.

According to MADD, the number of drunk drivers and alcohol related motor vehicle fatalities spikes dramatically over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The Goodyear Police Department will take an active role in the West Valley DUI Task Force, which will be out enforcing traffic laws throughout the holiday season. Expect to see increased enforcement every weekend between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.

Some very sobering statistics according to MADD:

• In 2013, 10,076 people died in drunk driving crashes, that is one every 52 minutes, accounting for nearly one-third (31%) of all traffic-related deaths in the United States; and 290,000 were injured in drunk driving crashes

• About one-third of all drivers arrested or convicted of drunk driving are repeat offenders

• The average person metabolizes alcohol at the rate of about one drink per hour

• Only time will sober a person up – drinking strong coffee, exercising or taking a cold shower will not help

• A standard drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of distilled spirits, which contain the same amount of alcohol

• Impairment is not determined by the type of drink, but rather by the amount of alcohol consumed over time

• Every day in the United States, 28 people die as a result of drunk-driving crashes

• Drunk driving costs the American people $199 billion a year

• On average, two in three people will be involved in a drunk-driving crash in their lifetime

The Goodyear Police Department wishes you and yours a safe holiday season and happy New Year!

Sources:

http://www.madd.org/statistics/ http://www.madd.org/media-center/press-releases/2012/MADDs-tie-one-on.html

>>> police report

Celebrate responsibly This Holiday SeasonBy City of Goodyear Police Department


starpointe

WinterfestSaturday,December12,2:00p.m.–5:00p.m.WristbandsRequiredforChildren’sactivities*–• purchaseOnorBeforeDec.11—$6• purchaseDayofevent,Dec.12—$8• Childrenunder3—FRee• adults—FRee

GuestFeesnotapplicableforthisevent*Horse&CarriageRides–paidatevent,firstcomefirstserved:Child$1,adult$2,Family(6max)$5A community favorite signature event returns to Estrella! Enjoy an afternoon with friends and family to celebrate the season! Holiday Doo Wop music will be provided by MC6 A Capella and food vendors will be on hand for some goodies! Wristbands can be purchased for the children’s activities, including a holiday puppet show, face painting, bouncy houses, a rock wall, a trackless train, a mechanical reindeer, cookie decorating, Santa visits and of course – fun in the snow! Visit www.LifeInEstrella.com for information about sponsorships.

Trivia Nightmonday,December146:30p.m.$5.00perpersonPapa John’s Pizza, salad, water and soda will be provided. Due to space we are limited to 22 teams. Deadline to sign up is noon the day of event.

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Story Time at StarpointeFirstThursdayofeverymonthDecember3,10:30a.m.–11:30a.m.FRee

Estrella Coffee Social everyFriday8:30a.m.–10:00a.m.$3.00peradult-$2.00perChild

Starpointe residents Club Grand reopening Open HouseThursday,December3,3:00p.m.–7:00p.m.FReeaDmiSSiONJoin your neighbors and tour the new Starpointe Residents Club. Come and see the fabulous improvements recently made. Entertainment will be provided by a community favorite, Notes from Neptune and we will have a few munchies. Free admission, but registration is preferred for food and beverage preparations, as well as provisions in our PreSchooner Club for our potty-trained through age 9 residents and the Youth Club for our residents 10 and up. RSVP to www.LifeInEstrella.com, click on Contact Us and then RSVP Grand Reopening.

Upcoming Events December 2015

•All events are subject to cancellation if the minimum number of tickets and/or RSVP’s are not met by the deadline date

•Your HOA assessments must be in good standing•Guest ticket purchase will open one week prior to

event if there is availability and guest fees apply•Guest passes cannot be used for events•RSVP is required for some events/meetings to

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bINGO potluck StyleThursday,December176:00p.m.potluck6:30p.m.GamesBegin$5.00(1-10roundcard)You must be 21 to play and win. Event maximum is 120.

MIND GAMES with Mentalist Chris CaldwellSaturday,January16,20166:00p.m.-7:00p.m.DessertReceptionw/CashBar7:00p.m.-8:00p.m.mentalistShow$17.00perpersonTicketsalestartsDecember1stadvancepurchaserequired–DeadlineisWednesday,January13at5:00p.m.Join us for this unique and unforgettable entertainment! Mentalist Chris Caldwell engages and astonishes audiences by dramatizing the incredible powers of the mind. Audiences watch and participate in the experience! You’ll be wondering, “HOW DID HE DO THAT??” Event minimum 75/maximum 120.

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday,February13,2016“Love is in the Air” Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance

February2016-DateTBD“Go Hawaiian” Luau - Fun for the entire family!

Friday,march4,2016John Denver Tribute Concert

Saturday,march19,2016Eggstravaganza

FrEE Concert at North Lake Featuring Mogollon RescheduledfromOctober’srainstormSunday,January31,20162:00p.m.-4:00p.m.FReeeventNorthLakeamphitheaterArizona’s premier Country/Rock entertainment band! Bring your blankets, chairs, snacks and beverages to North Lake Amphitheater.

Yes, the holiday season is in full swing! Starpointe has several items for purchase that are sure to be great stocking stuffers. Come and check out our inventory of Starpointe logo key chains, sunglasses, water bottles and coffee cups. You can’t beat the price – go shopping at Starpointe!


SCHOOL BELL>>> Westar elementary

Students Climb High for the HolidaysBy Westar Elementary Student

With school events and holiday happenings, the month of December entails much on one’s calendar. However, one holiday

happening is a chance of a lifetime for some Westar students and a gift to be opened early this year. Mrs. Hopkinson, our physical education teacher, will take fifty fortunate students (6th-8th grades) on an awesome rock climbing trip to the Ape Index in Peoria. This rock climbing facility is completely indoors and the staff is awesome, helping climbers of all skill levels. This trip is so popular that Mrs. H plans to take this trip two times every year because the demand from students is so high. Typically, this field trip is filled within 30 minutes of accepting permission slips from the first 50 kids.

How did this come about? A few years ago, an indoor rock climbing wall was built at the school to give students a safe, but unique experience in pushing

themselves both physically and mentally. It was so popular that Mrs. H sought to take students to a place where they could soar to even greater heights. Mrs. H says climbing the wall is empowering and she enjoys watching students as they race to the top, defying their perceived boundaries. This is just one of the reasons she is much loved by her students. She is right there cheering her students on, and she says nothing compares to seeing her students reach the top of the wall for the first time. “The look on their faces is priceless,” she says and it is at this point that the lesson is learned. Her students begin to realize that with fortitude and hard work, they can do all that they set their mind to. Students may walk in to Ape Index being petrified of heights, but will walk out triumphantly with confidence and ultimately conquering their fears. This is just one of the many great hands-on experiences that Westar offers to its students.

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ESTRELLA MOUNTAIN CHURCH 10485 S. Estrella Parkway�Goodyear, AZ 85338�623.386.0300�www.emcaz.org

Sunday Services: 9a & 10:45a

Everyone is welcome! Christmas Eve Candlelight Services @ EMC

Thursday, Dec. 24, 2015 4:00p, 5:30p, and 7:00p

Bring the whole family and join us as we celebrate Jesus, our Prince of Peace. Merry CHRISTmas!



CALENDARDecember 2015

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5

8am Estrella Business Group 1pm Sisters in Stitches 6:30pm Board of Directors Meeting

9:30am Playgroup 1pmPoker/Games 1pm Ladies of the Lake 5:00pm Budget/Finance Committee Meeting 6pm Bridge

9am Crafts & Stuff 10:30am Story Time 3pm Starpointe Open House

8:30am Coffee Social 1pm Bridge

11am Estrella Badlanders

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1pm Bridge

3:30pm MahJong 9:30am Playgroup

10am Book Club 1pm Poker/Games 6pm Bridge

9am Crafts & Stuff 5pm Communications Committee Meeting 6:30pm Bunco 7pm Photo Group


9am Car Club 10am VIT 10am Yacht Club Sailing Class 11am Travel Club 11:30 Guitar Group 2pm Winterfest

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11am Estrella Motorcycle Riding Group

1pm Bridge 3:30pm MahJong 4:30 Landscape Committee Meeting 6:30pm Trivia

1pm Sisters in Stitches

9:30am Playgroup 1pm Poker/Games 6pm Bridge 7pm Photo Group

9am Crafts & Stuff 6pm Bingo


10am Farmers Market 2pm Pickin’ on the Patio

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 1pm Bridge

3:30pm MahJong

9:30am Playgroup 1pm Poker/Games 6pm Bridge

Christmas Eve Starpointe Closed

HOA Office Closed

Christmas Day Starpointe Closed

HOA Office Closed

8am Starpointe Opens

27 28 29 30 31 January 1 January 2 1pm Bridge

3:30pm MahJong 6pm Games

9:30am Playgroup 1pm Poker/Games 6pm Bridge

New Year’s Eve Starpointe Closed

HOA Office Closed

Starpointe Closed HOA Office

Closed

8am Starpointe Opens

11am Estrella Badlanders

Starpointe residents Club17665 W. Elliot Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338

623-386-1949 www.LifeInEstrella.com

Note: Calendar updates may occur and may not be reflected on this page. Please refer to Life In Estrella website www.LifeInEstrella.com and Starpointe Front Desk 623-386-1949 for latest updates.


HOA CONTACTCommunity Services 623.386.1112 After Hours 800.274.3165FAX 623.386.5788Office Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

CCMC 480.921.7500

Starpointe Residents Club 623.386.194917665 W Elliot Rd. Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:00am – 9:00pmFriday 5:00am – 8:00pmSaturday 8:00am – 6:00pmSunday 10:00am – 6:00pm HOLIDAY HOURSStarpointeWednesday, November 25 Close 3:00 p.m.Thursday, November 26 ClosedFriday, November 27 Opens 8:00 a.m.December 24 and 25 ClosedSaturday, December 26 Opens 8:00 a.m.December 31 – January 1, 2016 ClosedSaturday, January 2 Opens 8:00 a.m.Estrella Community Services Office November 25 – 29 ClosedDecember 24 and 25 ClosedDecember 31 – January 1, 2016 Closed

Pool is open year round for your pleasure

Youth Club 623.386.1949Saturday & Sunday 12:00pm – 4:00pm Monday - Friday Closed

Yacht Club 623.386.3411Effective October 2: Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8:00am-4:00pmMonday – Thursday Closed

COMMUNITY PATROL 602.329.0462Edward Abeyta,Community Patrol Lead

GOVERNMENTAnimal Control 602.506.7387City Hall 623.932.3910 Code Compliance 623.882.7815Finance Department 623.932.3015Post Office (Estrella Pkwy & Yuma) 623.882.9143Public Relations 623.882.7820Public Works 623.932.3010 State Wildlife Dept. 602.942.3000

MEDICAL / FIRE Emergencies 911Police Non-Emergency 623.932.1220Fire Department Non-Emergency 623.932.2300Poison Control Center 800.222.1222West Valley Hospital 623.882.1500

MISCELLANEOUSGolf Club of Estrella 623.386.2600Players Grill 623.386.2600 Elliot Market 623.386.2111

RELIGIOUS SERVICESEstrella Mountain Church 623.386.0300 Estrella Foothills Community Church 602.363.7857

SCHOOLSEstrella Elementary 623.327.2820Westar Elementary 623.327.2840Estrella Foothills H.S. 623.327.2470

UTILITIESAPS 602.371.7171Southwest Gas Company 602.861.1999City of Goodyear – Water, Sewer & Trash 623.932.3010

New Home & Custom Lot Information 623.386.1000

GROUPS/CLUBSBook ClubNina Adair / 623.810.3494

BridgeMike Mendick / [email protected]

BuncoCarol or Bonnie [email protected]

Car ClubBob Farrell / [email protected]

Crafts & StuffNancy Kramer / 623.393.9255

Democratic Group Cathy Hozian / 623.696.5962 [email protected]

Estrella Business GroupDebbie Hudson / 623.225.9560

Estrella Conservative Republican Club Dick Newcomer / [email protected]

Estrella Motorcycle Riding GroupLacy Wetzel / [email protected]

Frugal Living in EstrellaKelly Maza / 407.721.0528

Guitar ClubAlex Hall / [email protected]

Heartbeat of EstrellaNate Evanko / [email protected]

Hiking GroupMary Hartsfield / [email protected]

Ladies of the LakeAnn Billieu 623.386.4754

MahJongBarbara Bailey / 623.386.5238 [email protected]

Photo GroupAlice Slack / 623.327.0240 [email protected]

PickleballRon Wilks / 623.266.9858

Play GroupStacey Rassas / 602.803.1389 Ages 0-preschool. Bring toys to share with the group.

PokerAl Wolfson / 602.206.8580

Sisters In StitchesChristina Ybarra / 623.251.7920 [email protected]

Travel ClubJudy Gaede / 623.327.9730

INSTRUCTORS/PERSONAL TRAINERSA list of classes offered at Starpointe is located on www.LifeInEstrella.com under Estrella Amenities and Starpointe Residents Club.

Kim HopkinsCardio Splash/Power Ball623.386.5031 / [email protected]

*Bob Jankowski623.236.9584 / [email protected]

Linda JojolaYoga/Step and [email protected]

Susan MillerZumba/Drums [email protected]

Linda PurdyBallet I/II/Pointe623.386.7303/[email protected]

*Tracy StoneNATA Certified Athletic [email protected]

Kim SvabikZumba [email protected]

*Dawn TerryCore GaloreTotal Body [email protected]

*Connie Jo ThomasonPersonal Trainer623.386.1087

*Sabrina Smith, HIIT, IT, AFAA Certified Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor623.225.5397

*Also a Personal Trainer

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Capital Consultants Management Corp. (CCMC) 480.921.7500

Starpointe Residents Club 623.386.194917665 W Elliot Rd. Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:00am – 9:00pmFriday 5:00am – 8:00pmSaturday 8:00am – 7:00pmSunday 10:00am – 7:00pm

Youth Club 623.386.1949Operating Hours: Mon-Thurs 2:00-6:00pmFri - Sun 1:00-6:00pm

Yacht Club 623.386.3411Fri-Sun 9am - Dusk

COMMUNITY PATROL 602.329.0462

Community Patrol Lead Edward Aboyta

Todd Norman, Community PatrolGreg Higgins, Community Patrol



MISCELLANEOUSGolf Club of Estrella 623.386.2600Players Grill 623.386.2600 Starpointe Cafe’ 623.986.8662 Elliot Market 623.386.2111


SCHOOLSEstrella Elementary 623.327.2820Westar Elementary 623.327.2840Estrella Foothills H.S. 623.327.2400 or 623.327.2470



GROUPSBook ClubNina Adair / 623.810.3494BridgeCarl Deierling / 623.237.3312BuncoBetti Guenther / 623.242.7877 Car ClubRick Kitchens / 623.932.1246Crafts & StuffNancy Kramer / 623.393.9255Estrella Business GroupDebbie Hudson / 623.225.9560Estrella Conservative Republican ClubDick Newcomer / [email protected] Economy and Investment GroupKevin Jordan / 602.909.5247Estrella Motorcycle Riding GroupJohn Marsland / 623.606.0030Frugal Living in Estrella Kelly Maza / [email protected] Ladies of the LakeAnn Billieu 623.386.4754Photo ClubAlice Slack / 623.327.0240PickleballRon Wilks / 623.266.9858Play GroupAges 0-preschool. Bring toys to share with the group. Jen Schmus / 614.915.6168

PokerAl Wolfson / 602.206.8580QuiddlerSonya Steiner / 623.363.5498 or [email protected] Texas Hold’em PokerRyan Cross / [email protected] ClubJudy Gaede / 623.327.9730

INSTRUCTORS/PERSONAL TRAINERSJenette BennettLevel 1 Crossfit [email protected]

*Shawn [email protected] Rick HarrisKickboxing623.398.7161 / [email protected]


*Bob JankowskiAbs & Back623.236.9584 / [email protected]


Matthew JohnsonPerformance Enhancement& Corrective Exercise [email protected]

Michael [email protected]

Michal [email protected]



Tracy StoneNATA Certified Athletic [email protected]

*Dawn TerryCore GaloreTotal Body Conditioning [email protected]



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>>> STArpoINTe GroupS, INSTruCTorS, perSoNAl TrAINerS

RESOURCES>>> numbers to KnoW

starpointe groups, clubs, instructors, personal trainers

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Capital Consultants Management Corp. (CCMC) 480.921.7500

Starpointe Residents Club 623.386.194917665 W Elliot Rd. Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:00am – 9:00pmFriday 5:00am – 8:00pmSaturday 8:00am – 7:00pmSunday 10:00am – 7:00pm

Youth Club 623.386.1949Operating Hours: Mon-Thurs 2:00-6:00pmFri - Sun 1:00-6:00pm

Yacht Club 623.386.3411Fri-Sun 9am - Dusk

COMMUNITY PATROL 602.329.0462

Community Patrol Lead Edward Aboyta

Todd Norman, Community PatrolGreg Higgins, Community Patrol



MISCELLANEOUSGolf Club of Estrella 623.386.2600Players Grill 623.386.2600 Starpointe Cafe’ 623.986.8662 Elliot Market 623.386.2111


SCHOOLSEstrella Elementary 623.327.2820Westar Elementary 623.327.2840Estrella Foothills H.S. 623.327.2400 or 623.327.2470



GROUPSBook ClubNina Adair / 623.810.3494BridgeCarl Deierling / 623.237.3312BuncoBetti Guenther / 623.242.7877 Car ClubRick Kitchens / 623.932.1246Crafts & StuffNancy Kramer / 623.393.9255Estrella Business GroupDebbie Hudson / 623.225.9560Estrella Conservative Republican ClubDick Newcomer / [email protected] Economy and Investment GroupKevin Jordan / 602.909.5247Estrella Motorcycle Riding GroupJohn Marsland / 623.606.0030Frugal Living in Estrella Kelly Maza / [email protected] Ladies of the LakeAnn Billieu 623.386.4754Photo ClubAlice Slack / 623.327.0240PickleballRon Wilks / 623.266.9858Play GroupAges 0-preschool. Bring toys to share with the group. Jen Schmus / 614.915.6168

PokerAl Wolfson / 602.206.8580QuiddlerSonya Steiner / 623.363.5498 or [email protected] Texas Hold’em PokerRyan Cross / [email protected] ClubJudy Gaede / 623.327.9730

INSTRUCTORS/PERSONAL TRAINERSJenette BennettLevel 1 Crossfit [email protected]

*Shawn [email protected] Rick HarrisKickboxing623.398.7161 / [email protected]


*Bob JankowskiAbs & Back623.236.9584 / [email protected]


Matthew JohnsonPerformance Enhancement& Corrective Exercise [email protected]

Michael [email protected]

Michal [email protected]



Tracy StoneNATA Certified Athletic [email protected]

*Dawn TerryCore GaloreTotal Body Conditioning [email protected]



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NNP III-Estrella Mountain Ranch, LLC and NNP III-EMR 4, LLC (collectively, “Fee Owner”) are the owners of various parcels of land comprising the Estrella Community (“Community”). Newland Communities is the development manager retained by the Fee Owner for the Community. Certain homebuilders unaffiliated with the Fee Owner or Newland Communities are building homes in the Community. Fee Owner and Newland Communities are not co-developing, co-building or otherwise responsible for any of the obligations or representations of any of the Builders. Fee Owner and Newland Communities are in no way responsible for any obligations or representations of any of the Builders to third parties and/or homebuyers, and Fee Owner and Newland Communities shall incur no liability whatsoever nor have any obligations or liability to any homebuyer regarding a home purchase from a Builder. Buyers of homes from any of the Builders waive, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any and all rights, claims, causes of action and other rights whatsoever against Fee Owner and Newland Communities arising out of their purchase transaction with the Builders. A complete list of disclaimers can be found at www.estrella.

com. Certain properties may be registered with HUD, or may have registered components in the future as required pursuant to the Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act. If such registration occurs, obtain the HUD Property Report, or its equivalent, required by Federal law and read it before signing anything. No Federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. No guarantee can be made that development will proceed as described. THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE HAS NOT QUALIFIED, INSPECTED, OR EXAMINED THIS OFFERING. This is not intended to be an offer to sell nor a solicitation of offers to buy real estate in Estrella to residents of Connecticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Oregon, or in any other jurisdiction where prohibited by law. • Prices, specifications, details and availability of Builder’s homes are subject to change without notice. All square footage is approximate. 2015 © Estrella. All rights reserved. Estrella is a trademark of NNP III-Estrella Mountain Ranch, LLC, and may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, without prior written permission.

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OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH OTHER FAMILIES – ESTRELLA YOUTH SPORTS

JUST BEYOND ESTRELLA – HOLIDAY EDITIONThe Valley is home to a variety of holiday events, parties and gatherings, and calendars fill up quickly this time of year. Check out a few events just beyond Estrella as you plan your upcoming holiday season:

Goodyear Home Plate for the Holidays

Let it snow in Arizona this holiday season as Goodyear hosts its annual Home Plate for the Holidays celebration on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 5 - 8:30 p.m. at the Goodyear Ballpark. The event features the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus, the annual City of Goodyear tree lighting, local elementary school choirs, reindeer games, kids activities, vendor booths and 40 tons of snow! For more information please visit www.goodyearbp.com/events.

Christmas in the Park - Litchfield Park

This holiday event will be held at the Litchfield Park Town Center on Saturday, December 12 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. There will be a craft show starting at 9 a.m., followed by a parade at 10 a.m. complete with marching bands, drill teams and floats. The day includes real snow, visits with Santa and live entertainment! This event is free and perfect for the entire family. For more information please visit www.litchfield-park.org_specialevents.

Wigwam for the Holidays

Celebrate the season at the Wigwam Resort and enjoy a host of fun, family-friendly holiday events:

• Holiday Ice Skating – Now through Jan. 3

• The Nutcracker Ballet – Dec. 6, 6-8 p.m.

• Holiday Nights in Lights – Dec. 11, 18, 20 & 23, 6-8 p.m.

• Winter Holiday Tea – Sunday, Dec. 13, 20, 3 p.m. seating

• Breakfast with Santa – Dec. 19, 8-11 a.m.

Visit www.wigwamarizona.com or call (623) 935-3811 for more information on all the fun!

Have a safe and wonderful holiday season and enjoy all the festivities that the Valley has to offer!

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We invite you to discover Estrella – featuring 72 acres of lakes; the Starpointe Residents Club; 18-hole championship golf course; two K-8 schools and one high school; parks, trails and open space; a collection of distinctive builders and spectacular custom homesites. Brokers welcome.*

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Ever wondered why the neighborhoods of Estrella seem so quiet on a fall Saturday morning? It’s most likely because many of the families with young children are at the sports fields cheering on their fellow teammates of Estrella Youth Sports (EYS). It is a huge social gathering where neighbors catch up on the week’s events, and kids enjoy friendly competition on the playing field.

The EYS program organizes leagues, camps and clinics year-round for a wide variety of sports including flag football, basketball, soccer, tennis, girls volleyball, baseball and cheerleading. EYS is dedicated to teaching a healthy and active lifestyle, and promoting teamwork, camaraderie and friendship. The program is also great for parents and young adults to feed their passion for sports by volunteering to coach one of the EYS teams, prepping the fields or refereeing a game.

“I can’t express how thankful I am to this community for making our vision for EYS possible,” said Dale Kamarata, Executive Director of EYS. “Our organization is thriving and providing a fantastic outlet for children of Estrella to make friends, learn teamwork and stay active.” Since its inception in 2007, EYS has grown to well over 1,000 children who participate in the sports leagues regularly.

Kamarata also pointed out his great appreciation of having partners like Newland Communities for supporting resident-made and run organizations and the Liberty School District, Estrella Foothills High School and Estrella Mountain Church for providing the fields. Estrella Youth Sports is a fantastic example of how the community of Estrella has come together to support an organization that is instrumental in connecting residents, growing healthy families and building lasting friendships. EYS is available for children ages 3-14, visit http://www.eyskids.com for more information.

EYS is just one example of some of the great clubs and organizations available for Estrella residents. Visit www.lifeinestrella.com to learn more about other available opportunities to connect with fellow neighbors.

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Life in Estrella Magazine - December 2015