My Hometown Estrella - March 2010

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my hometown

st. Joseph the worker hosts 12th annual hike for the homeless

movie night

megan ragone has certainly touched

the lives of those in haiti, while work-

ing as a team with some pretty close

friends, to make sure that others have

what they need in a time when they

need it the very most. thank you

megan, for helping make this com-

munity and this world a better place

in which to live!

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resident 4th grader Organizes help for haiti

st. Joseph the worker will hold its 12th annual hike for the homeless on

saturday, march 6, 2010. this hike is presented by rancho solano preparatory

school beginning at 7:30 am for those who wish to participate in the “long

hike” which is six miles and 9 am for the short hikes which are one-half and

two miles in length. this event takes place at estrella mountain regional park-

ramada 5 located at 14805 w. vineyard ave. in goodyear.

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what are you doing over spring

Break? why not catch a movie by

the lake? movie night on friday,

march 19, will feature alvin and

the chipmunks the squeakuel.

Bring your family, chairs, and

blankets and enjoy the movie!

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Native, Transplant or Snowbird, you’ve just got to love the fact that for the next several months, the weather in Arizona is close to perfect! Anything outdoorsy sounds inviting.

I’m especially excited about catching a few Spring Training games at the Goodyear Ballpark this season. (The Reds and the Indians have a number of locally hosted games at very reasonable prices). I hope you’ve got plans to enjoy some R & R and rejoice in the longer, warmer days.

With each spring comes new growth and for Estrella that growth is budding in the form of devel-opment. I know you’ll join in my excitement as we see new businesses begin to “bloom” in our commu-nity, including the announcement of CantaMia, the new active adult community that will soon establish a new standard of innovation for adult living in our neighborhood.

As part of our own line-up, we’ve spotlighted a local professional carpet cleaning service, Randall Carpet Care, to assist with your spring cleaning needs as we slide into the new season. In this issue, you’ll

also read about creative ways that our neighbors have extended themselves, stretching personal limits by opening a new business, entering a healthy competi-tion or sharing their artistic talents.

What steps are you taking to reinvent yourself? Whatever it is you’re up to this season, I’d like to hear from you. Whether you’re organizing a new fitness group or celebrating an anniversary, I’m interested in what’s going on in our community. Please drop me a line at [email protected] and share the ways you are living better in 2010, while aspiring to accomplish fresh goals in this new season.

Sure, it’s easy for me to elude my ambitions to get outdoors, get moving, and enjoy the fantastic temper-atures. The drudgery of work, bills, and those dread-ed upcoming tax deadlines are lurking on every page of my desk calendar, just as your demands could be the demons inhibiting you. Regardless of what trips us up, spring won’t wait. We’ve got to make our “me time” a priority. Thankfully, there’s no jacket required for the next (oh, I don’t know) eight months!

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Megan Ragone and her twin sister, Madison, were staying at their Grandma’s house recently while their parents were out of town on business. It was during this stay that Megan witnessed her Grandma watching the news coverage of the devastation caused by the recent earthquake in Haiti. Megan couldn’t help but watch, too. “I remember seeing all of the people barefoot, trying to walk through the rubble and on top of the broken glass,” recalls the Estrella Mountain Elementary School fourth grader. “They were bloody and they needed help,” she said. Megan told her Grandma, and then her parents upon their return home, she wished that there was some way she could help the people of Haiti. After a brainstorming session with her fami-ly, and some computer help from her dad, Megan put her desires into action. She was going to help provide shoes for the people in Haiti—lots of them! The plan was born to partner with the “Souls for Soles” program. She first gathered her sister and a handful of other fourth grade friends. Dad went to work designing flyers and the girls quickly spread the word throughout their community, posting flyers on mailboxes and at their school. They also summoned their big brother, Michael, who is a student council member at their school, to help spread the word of the shoe collection for the needy people in Haiti. In a matter of several weeks, and with the help of Megan and Madison’s parents, the shoe collectors arranged drop off points, includ-

ing a large bin in their own front yard, as well as drop-boxes throughout the schools and community. Megan and Madison’s parents would fill up the back of the family car with shoes and bring them to The Sport Chalet, with whom they partnered and organized the “Soles for Souls” collections sending, literally, hundreds of pairs of shoes to the needy people in Haiti. “It makes you feel really good when you do something to help people,” said Megan. She and her dad emptied the large bin in their front yard twice, due to the overwhelming response of community donors.

“Souls for Soles” collections isn’t the first time Megan and her family have assisted the needy. Her family also sponsors a young man in Haiti, named Michael, and has done so for the past thirteen years. Michael was chosen by Megan’s family simply because he has the same name as her older brother, Michael, and he was in need of sponsorship to enable him to attend school, as well as have adequate food and clothing.

Megan Ragone has certainly touched the lives of those in Haiti, while working as a team player with some pretty close friends, to make sure that others have what they need in a time when they need it the very most. Thank you, Megan, for helping make this community and this world a bet-ter place in which to live!

help for haiti

madison, alyssa, megan, alexis, Bailey, estrella mountain elementary fourth graders

Have you ever wondered what you can do to nurture the inner musi-cian of your child? Music Together classes can help the process. Music Together classes offer a lively, but relaxed musical environment. You and your child can explore musical play and child-centered instruments in 10 weeks of classes. Receive a Song Book, a CD of semester’s music that you use at home, and a DVD about how children learn music. Find out how much fun this research-based music and movement program can be. Classes will begin in Estrella Mountain Ranch at Starpointe Residents Club on Thursday, March 25 at 10:30 am.

Activities in class include instrumental play like drums, resonator bells, sticks, egg shakers etc.; free expressive dance; props like scarves and balls; musical improvisation by adults as well as children. Classes are made up of 6 to 12 children from birth through age five, each accompanied by one or both parents or an adult caregiver. The teacher, Mary Wilkening, is a certified Public School teacher with a B.A. in Music and a M.A. in

Early Childhood Education. She taught Kindergarten and first grade in Avondale Public Schools for 12 years. She is also a professional musician and Suzuki cello teacher, and was Principal cellist in the West Valley Symphony for 20 years. Mary is a registered Music Together teacher and director, and accompanies her classes on guitar, cello and recorder.

Call 623-935-5313 or go to www.musictogetherwest.net to reserve your spot in this class. To hear parents talking about Music Together classes and to see a video of classes in action, check out www.musictogether.com.

music together is now forming classes in estrella


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st. Joseph the worker hosts 12th annual hike for the homeless

goodyear in actiOn seeks volunteers

goodyear in actiOn is looking for volunteers to help achieve their goals this year. there are several committees in the early stages of formation.

goodyear in actiOn Day 2010: this committee will organize a big, fun, fitness event for peo-ple of all ages to be held in goodyear.

the tennis shoe project: this committee will be working to provide new tennis shoes to underprivileged children in goodyear.

goodyear walk-to-school challenge: this committee will organize a city-wide walk-to-school event that will challenge kids to make “active activity” fun!

if you would like more infor-mation, please contact [email protected].

St. Joseph the Worker will hold its 12th Annual Hike for the Homeless on Saturday, March 6, 2010. This hike is presented by Rancho Solano Preparatory School beginning at 7:30 am for those who wish to participate in the “long hike” which is six miles and 9 am for the short hikes which are one-half and two miles in length. This event takes place at Estrella Mountain Regional Park-Ramada 5 located at 14805 W. Vineyard Ave. in Goodyear. Registration is $25 ($15 student rate) and is available online at www.hikeforthehomeless.org. Some of the highlights on this year’s hike include: 98.7 The Peak music, T-shirts for those who pre-register by March 1, breakfast burritos, raffle prizes including sports tickets, REI hiking gear and much more! St. Joseph the Worker clients will be on-hand to tell their stories.

“By supporting Hike for the Homeless, each of the participants and sponsors has a direct and positive impact on homeless individuals seeking self-sufficiency,” said Amy Caffarello, Executive Director, St. Joseph the Worker. “We hope community members will come out and meet St. Joseph the Worker staff and clients at the hike or visit our website to learn more about the unique services St. Joseph the Worker provides. People often take for granted the basic resources needed to find a job. A telephone, address, computer, clothing, tools, transportation—these are things St. Joseph the Worker provides its clients from funds raised at events like Hike for the Homeless,” says Caffarello, “A donation of just $27.50 can guarantee work-related transportation for one of our clients for an entire month. If hiking isn’t for you, please visit www.sjwjobs.org for a list of volunteer opportunities that are available.”

about st. Joseph the worker:

St. Joseph the Worker, a privately-funded non-profit, hopes to raise $75,000 during its Hike for the Homeless. It will use all of the proceeds to operate its employment services for homeless, low-income and other disadvantaged individuals in Phoenix. St. Joseph the Worker has been serving the Phoenix area for more than 20 years and heavily relies on support from the community.

sponsors of hike for the homeless:

Rancho Solano Preparatory School, Standard Pacific Homes, Cox Communications, Scottsdale Insurance Company, KPKX - 98.7 The Peak, St. Patrick Catholic Community, Augspurger Komm Engineering, Inc., Community Medical Services, Snell & Wilmer, Bonnett Fairbourn Friedman & Balint, P.C., Edward Jones, Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C., The Jirani Project, the Pfeiff family, Ryley, Carlock and Applewhite PA, Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department, REI, Blue Media, Canyon Communications, Desert Sky Software, Greenway Print Solutions, Prisma Graphic, Notre Dame Club of Phoenix, Sundt Foundation, Shadow Mountain High School, Job Brokers, Inc., Brophy College Preparatory and Xavier College Preparatory

concert:

For those who prefer live music over hiking, St. Joseph the Worker will benefit from the third annual Feeney/Winthrop concert the evening of Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 7 pm in Xavier College Preparatory’s Performing Arts Center. The suggested donation for a ticket is $15. Tickets are available online at www.sjwjobs.org or by contacting Molly at 602-417-9854 extension 3465.

There is a new youth ministry forming in our community. Sunday morning service is scheduled in the Starpointe Youth Center from 10:30 am to noon. Andy and Vee Ragone, six-year Estrella residents, have been leading a youth group locally for the past two years. Andy graduated from Phoenix Seminary in 1998 and has served as a youth ministry and cre-ative arts pastor in two different churches for ten years. Vee is instrumen-tal at relating with students. Together, they look forward to encouraging your teens. “We hope to make a positive impact in the lives of Estrella’s teens by creating a weekly venue, directed at reaching teens with a posi-tive message,” stated Andy Ragone. The program will utilize humor, a student led band, games and fun teachings. Students and families can

expect to have a good time while being challenged. This program is geared towards meeting the needs of junior and high school students, but all are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Andy Ragone at [email protected] or call 602-622-4400. Additional information on this youth ministry is also available at www.estrellainsideout.org.

Youth group forming – insideOut


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on your doorstep

eJ’s famous Banana puddin’

Estrella resident, EJ Smith has put his pas-sion for pudding to work! After years of making and tasting the sweet treat, the entrepreneur has opened his new business, EJ’s Famous Banana Puddin’ located at 506 E. Western Ave., Suite 101 in Avondale. EJ is excited about turning his secret recipe into his own personal success story. The story goes something like this, “My mom used to make the scrumptious banana pudding on the stove in our kitchen when I was growing up. It was, and still is, my favorite dessert. One day, she gave me the recipe and told me to make it myself. I took my allowance money and bought all of the ingredients. At twelve years old, I was determined to master the making of my favorite dessert. Years later, I became a Pop Warner football coach and agreed to make batches of it for football fundraising. Much to my surprise, the parents of the kids on my football team loved the banana pudding so much, that they ordered it all season long for their own families! The pudding fundraising produced equip-ment for our football team, pizza parties for the team and a banquet following our season.”

EJ reports that after his wife “kicked him out of the kitchen at home,” he was motivated to open his business in a commercial setting. At first, EJ’s pud-ding was a product only available to wholesale buyers, which included restau-rants in the West Valley and A.J.’s Fine Food Stores. Thanks to an Avondale program which provides aid for entrepreneurs who bring their businesses to Western Avenue as part of the 2006 Avondale Economic Development Plan, EJ was able to open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm. EJ’s Famous Puddin’ can be enjoyed in Estrella at first Friday fish-fry and barbeques, scheduled at Estrella Mountain Church on the first Friday of each month. EJ also invites you to visit him at the Avondale location or www.ejsfamouspuddin.com.

the vienna Boys choir

Let the breathtaking talent of The Vienna Boys Choir whisk you away through the magic of choir music on Friday, March 19 at 7 pm at Saint Thomas Aquinas. The Vienna Boys’ Choir strives to create an environ-ment in which boys can fully develop and realize their personal and musi-cal potential. Choristers learn to express themselves on a professional level in many different styles of music, and they are provided with the tools to set them on the road to - should they wish it - a professional career in music. The Vienna Boys’ Choir is divided into four sub-groups or tour-ing choirs. The choirs are of equal standing; the tours, appearances in Vienna, and recording projects are shared among them. Each choir has a choirmaster, and two tutors or prefects who travel with the boys. The choirs are named after famous Austrian composers associated with the choir’s history, Bruckner, Haydn, Mozart and Schubert. The choir still performs much of their music.

Tickets are $40 for General Admission, $100 for Prime Preferred, $15 for Student (with ID) and $150 for Gold Circle tickets. Prime Preferred tickets include reserved parking/seating, special concert entrance, com-plimentary spirits at intermission, and post concert reception. Gold circle tickets include reserved parking/seating, special concert entrance, pre-concert wine and cheese gathering, complimentary spirits at intermission, Vienna Boy’s Choir CD, souvenir program and post concert reception.

Visit http://www.stacc.net/music/concertseries for more informa-tion on how to purchase tickets. Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church is located at 13720 W. Thomas Road in Avondale, Arizona. The number listed for general information is 623-935-0945.

Beginning March 1, classes in the ARTS are being offered right here in Estrella as a part of the Creative Arts Academy of West Valley, a not-for profit organization whose mission is reach the west side with the arts! Classes are forming now for the spring and summer for children and adults! Please visit www.caa-az.org. Courses offered include the fine arts, creative writing and performing arts in dance, theater, music. They would love to have this program be an outreach to those who have begun to find out their hidden talents and have a place with quality instructors there to guide them into discovering what makes you, the student, unique. The spring classes include Quilting with Sue Bailey, Acrylic painting with Debra Goley, Blooming Design with Melissa Doucette, and Textured Wall Art with Lynnette James; all ladies are residents of Estrella! Classes will be held at Estrella Mountain Church. Sign up to day to reserve your spot at www.caa-az.org.

The featured artist this month with classes beginning March 1 in the Quilting arts is instructor Sue Bailey. Sue is an Estrella resident and nationally known master quilter, offering her expertise in creating a Butterfly Watercolor Quilt. Sue is a native Texan and has been a lover of quilts all her life. Her (Great) Grandma Stewart’s quilts provided warmth and comfort on a daily basis. However, it was not until living in Aruba that she became interested in quilt making herself. Her friend, Carol, had no idea that asking her to help quilt a church raffle project would lead Sue into the world of teaching, pattern designing, and shop ownership. After studying with many world renown quilters, Sue finally accepted a teach-ing request while living in Abu Dhabi and has been bringing the world of quilting to persons in many parts of the world since 1990.

Sue has been published in the AQS publication, American Quilter when her quick watercolor technique was featured in the spring 2003 issue. Sue’s love of working with many fabrics has brought her recognition for her quilt “Desert Stars” and “Life is a Puzzle” on many occasions at quilt shows. Her signature patterns include, Heart Wreath (a quick watercolor

technique), Texas Charm (a map of Texas done in a color wash technique), and Sue’s Cabin (Sunbonnet Sue variation on a rectangular log cabin block). You can visit her website at [email protected].

To register for this class and others, including an entire summer in the ARTS for kids and adults, visit www.caa-az.org.

creative arts academy of west valley forms estrella classes

message from Jen isaacs/photographerhello friends!

i wanted to share some exciting news with you - i am a part of the newly founded non-profit organization called the creative arts academy, which has been established right here in goodyear/estrella! starting this spring and summer, there are going to be some terrific creative art class offerings at very reasonable prices held on the campus of estrella mountain church. things such as music, painting, creative writing, bookmaking, floral arranging, pho-tography...the list goes on and on!

i encourage each of you looking for a hobby or to expand your creativity to check it out. these classes are directed towards pre-school age, all the way up to age 90, and there are tons of oppor-tunities for your family to explore their own creative giftings! visit www.caa-az.org for the full list of classes and to register today! Just click on ‘class registrations’.

i will be personally teaching a beginners class on digital photogra-phy and color/composition starting this summer. these week-long classes will be held for 1-hour a day and will help you to discover the ins and outs of your slr Digital camera - how to manipulate exposure and depth of field - in order to start getting creative and have fun with your camera! we’ll discuss composition and how to train your eye to see the things you normally wouldn’t see, and to anticipate the moments you’d like to capture before they even hap-pen! i hope you’ll spread the word and come join us!


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on your doorstep

local student selected to attend Junior national Young leaders conference

A new pharmacy with a hometown feeling has opened in Goodyear for your convenience. Valley Pharmacy, located at 2960 N. Litchfield Rd., Suite 120, across the street from YMCA, offers full prescription service, including free delivery and consultation for senior patients. If you’re tired of wait-ing for your medications, it’s time to try Valley Pharmacy. Hours of service are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 6:30 pm, with Saturday hours of operation from 9 am to 3 pm. E-Prescribing, diabetic supplies, medical

handyman Xtremeproject s.t.a.r.

Kurt and Dee Hanke of Handyman Xtreme are pleased to announce a new monthly service treat and this month, are revealing Project S.T.A.R. (Success Through Aligned Resources). Handyman Xtreme is family owned and operated right here in Estrella Mountain Ranch. Founder, Kurt Hanke, started the company in January of 2008 in North Scottsdale.After meeting his wife, Dee, Kurt decided to move the operation to the West Valley, specifically, our community of Estrella. “This community has so much to offer in terms of warmth and hospitality. The North East Valley is beautiful, but the closeness of the Estrella community is some-thing special that I felt right away,” says Kurt. “We are so happy to be a part of it and have made one of our primary goals for 2010 to enrich the lives of others right here in our own beautiful community of Estrella.”

Handyman Xtreme, which includes Kurt and his family, will dedicate one day each month to helping a member of our community with house-hold repairs they badly need but cannot afford to have completed. They will provide their labor free of charge and seek donations where possible for materials, parts and supplies. This is how it will work:

Those in need (or someone familiar with their situation who is nominating them) will contact Handyman Xtreme by letter, email, or their website.

A committee composed of community/business partners and Handyman Xtreme will select the monthly recipient by a vote and/or lottery.

When a recipient is determined, depending on the scope of assistance required, they will coordinate with partnering businesses in the commu-nity to complete the work. This is intended to be a community effort, bringing the community closer together as neighbors and to involve as many resident businesses and individuals as possible.

Several other Estrella businesses have already come forward to join Handyman Xtreme with Project S.T.A.R. and anyone else with a spirit to help those in our community is welcome, whether it is an entire company or an individual. Kurt and Dee have a vision of Project S.T.A.R. growing to the point that allows for multiple families to be helped and perhaps even

larger projects like fixing up an entire property, where the whole neigh-borhood/community gets involved. They can be reached by emailing [email protected] or by calling 602-773-1973 (direct). Their main line is 1-877-5 FIX IT UP or visit www.HandymanXtreme.com.

this month’s tip from handyman Xtreme

Hard Water and Your Dishwasher...The majority of our plumbing calls are in one way or another because of

the extremely hard water we have here in the Valley. Hard water can wreak havoc on automatic dishwashers and this simple four-step trick can save you a service call and make your dishes sparkle again!

1. The heating element in your dishwasher should be black between cycles (dry) and about the diameter of a pencil. If it is chalky white and/or thicker than where it comes out of the dishwasher floor, we’ve found our hard water problem, Houston! Calcium and lime has built up on the element and seriously impaired its ability to do its job.

2. Simply pour enough distilled white vinegar (acetic acid) in the bot-tom of the dishwasher tub to completely immerse the heating element and let sit for two days, or until the build up has completely dissolved.

3. Run the dishwasher through a cycle without dishes; instead place 2 glasses upright in the rack full of vinegar.

4. Now to keep your dishwasher this way, we recommend placing 1 upright glass of vinegar in with your dishes every other load and use a simple inexpensive powder detergent with a minimum phosphorous level of 6% (e.g. Regular Cascade)

If you are experiencing any other problems with your dishwasher, call Handyman Xtreme... of course! At Handyman Xtreme we provide World Class Service with Neighborhood Availability. This means Estrella resi-dents are not sacrificing expertise or quality for convenience.

Estrella resident and student, DeAnthoni Wilkins, has been selected to attend the Junior National Young Leaders Conference on March 14 through March 19 in Washington, D.C. This leadership conference will allow out-standing students from across the nation to study the tradition of leadership in American history as well as practice leadership skills essential in develop-ing academic excellence and strong leadership potential. The attendance of this conference is by nomination only. DeAnthoni was nominated by his teacher, Ms. Maureen Barndt, who recognized her student as one of a select group of students with scholastic merit, maturity and strength of charac-ter. DeAnthoni will represent 6th and 7th graders at Westar Elementary

School and will have the opportunity to visit a variety of museums, explore monuments and meet and learn from today’s leaders, as a means to ignite and inspire the imaginations of future leaders of America.

Congratulations DeAnthoni on this achievement, as well as your recent induction into Westar Elementary School’s National Junior Honor Society.

supplies and home health care are also available to customers. You’re sure to enjoy easy, convenient pick-up and consultation with quick turn-around times at your one-stop hometown pharmacy. “Once you’ve tried our cour-teous, prompt service, you’ll appreciate our value,” says Maggie Benjamin, Pharmacy Manager. Call 623-505-6500 or email [email protected].

valley pharmacy Offers hometown service


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school news

estrella mountain elementary/westar elementary announce casino night

Casino Night is coming April 16, 2010. This year, both schools will team up to hold the event together at the Starpointe Residents Club. We could not accomplish a successful event without our fantastic volunteers. Please let us know if you’d like to help out in any way. We have a need on the Estrella campus for a person to take charge of the silent auction items and another to help with registration. There are also many other ways to help the night of the event, so please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]. We are really in need of silent auction items. Do you or the company you work for have something you can donate? Is there a service you could provide? Maybe you or someone you know have a timeshare or frequent flyer airline tickets. Gift cards are also a great idea. Anything you can contribute is appreciated! Our goal at both schools is to raise money to help enhance the overall education of both schools and to help fill in any gaps from the budget shortfall. All donations are tax deduct-ible and a receipt will be provided at your request. Thank you!

estrella mountain elementary news

Two local students from Estrella Mountain Elementary School com-peted at the District Spelling Bee recently. Eric Elliott took first place and Jeffrey Siminski took 2nd place. Both students were scheduled to compete at the Region 5 State Bee on February 20.

Estrella Mountain Elementary School has had the opportunity to play soccer against other schools in the district, thanks to this year’s newly formed soccer teams. Keep up the great sportsmanship, Cougars!

During the week of March 6, Estrella Mountain Elementary School will celebrate “Right to Read Week”. During this week, authors and speak-ers will come to the campus to speak to the students. We hope to have many “celebrity” authors come to classrooms to read to our students.

The Lockheed Martin “Math Counts” Practice Competition, awarded second place in the team competition to our school. Five students finished in the top eleven places. Congratulations to Billy Uretsky, Baani Khurana, REX Greabell, Alex Trentler, and Brennah Fitzgerald.

efhs spiritline to compete in usa spirit nationals

The Dance and Cheer squads at Estrella Foothills High School are preparing for competition at the USA Spirit Nationals at the Anaheim Convention Center near Disneyland on March 26-28. The teams qualified to attend Nationals at the Regional competition in November 2009, where they competed against 4A and 5A schools. The EFHS dance team took 1st place at the regional competition, beating some of the top schools in 4A and 5A. The cheer squad took third place. Both teams, totaling 24 girls, will compete at Nationals on Friday, March 26 in the preliminary competi-tion and both are hoping to qualify for Finals on Sunday, March 28 (Finals are aired on ESPN at a later date). “This is a wonderful experience for our girls. All of our coaches are very proud of the teams and all their hard work,” said the Head Spiritline Coach, Ms. Shannon Olson. “We are very excited to represent the State of Arizona, 3A sports, Buckeye Union High School District and Estrella Foothills High School.”

westar elementary nJhs service learning

When disaster hit Haiti, the Westar Elementary National Junior Honor Society and 8th grade students practiced their service learning skills and com-mitment to giving back by start-ing a shoe collection drive to help the survivors of the dev-astating earthquake. In only three days, the students collected over 450 pairs of shoes. On the first day alone, one 2nd grade classroom brought in 20 pairs. “I am so proud of my second grade students with the ambi-tion they have to help others,” said Dena Schafer, 2nd grade teacher and NJHS co-sponsor. For more information, you can contact Eileen Roberts at [email protected].


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hOa eventsmOnDaY, march 8

estrella’s trivia night

monday, march 86:30 pmgallery 1 & 2

what five states border arizona? if you know the answer, come join us for trivia night and papa John’s pizza at starpointe, featuring everything from sports, science, entertainment, and a speed round on monday, march 8 at 6:30 pm in gallery 1 & 2, $5 per person, up to 4 people per team. papa John’s pizza, water, soda, and coffee will be provided. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes will be handed out. please rsvp at starpointe by march 7.

friDaY, march 12

Yacht club social

friday, march 12Yacht club7 pm to 9 pm

march is national noodle month, so “taste of italy” is coming to our Yacht club social. Yacht club social will be held at the Yacht club on march 12 from 7 pm to 9 pm. we will be serving spaghetti and meatballs, salad, and garlic knots! think with your tummy, not your “noodle” and come enjoy the tastes of italy. Bring your favorite bev-erage (coffee and hot chocolate will be provided). for just $2 per person you will enjoy yummy dishes provided by “taste of italy”. rsvp for this event at starpointe by march 9. can’t wait to see every-one there!

friDaY, march 19

movie night

friday, march 197 pmamphitheater

what are you doing over spring Break? why not catch a movie by the lake? movie night will feature alvin and the chipmunks the squeakuel. Bring your family, chairs, and blankets and enjoy the movie! concession stand will be open for business.

thursDaY, march 25

social bingo

thursday, march 256 pmgallery 1 & 2

B.i.n.g.O!! social Bingo is back at estrella! starpointe will be hosting Bingo night “potluck” style; bring your favorite dish and share with fellow residents. water, soda, and coffee will be provided. Bingo games will start promptly at 6:30 pm. cost is $5 a card for 10 rounds (additional cards are $5). children are welcome, however, you must be 21 to play and win. BingO!!

saturDaY, march 27

saturday, march 27

cocktails & conversationstarpointe patio6 pm to 8 pm

cocktails & conversation is the place to be to meet your neighbors and socialize, while taking part in light appe-tizers and signature drinks. cocktails & conversations will be held on the patio at starpointe, saturday, march 27 from 6 pm to 8 pm. there will be light appetizers, two signature drinks, beer, and wine, as well as, soda, coffee, and water. the cost for all of this fun is only $10 per per-son. Our signature drinks for march are green Beer and irish punch. preschooner and the Youth center will be open. please rsvp for you and your child by march 23!

sunDaY, march 28

reds vs. dodgers

sunday, march 28game time 1:05 pmgoodyear Ballpark

“take me out to the ball game, take me out with the crowd. Buy me some peanuts and cracker jacks”…estrella, cOme Out and enjoy an afternoon at the goodyear Ballpark, where you will watch the cincinnati reds take on the la Dodgers. the game is sunday, march 28 at 1:05 pm and the cost is $10 per person; which includes a hotdog, medium drink, and bag of chips (section 102). please rsvp by march 14 at starpointe. hope to see everyone there. “for it’s one, two, three strikes, you’re out, at the old ball game.”

saturDaY, april 3

eggstravaganzasaturday, april 310 am to 12 pmlakeside amphitheater

come enjoy our annual eggstravaganza event sponsored by hickman’s family farms. a variety of easter-related activities will be offered in the amphitheater park at 10 am. we will have an easter egg Dash, pictures with the easter Bunny, Official easter egg roll, and much more. cost is $3 per child. please rsvp at starpointe by march 30.

estrella’s Official easter egg decorating contest

rules in an “eggshell” - egg must be a hickman egg, size large, grade aa, contents blown out, washed, and decorated; no attachments please, as we have bases that will feature the contestants.

Bring your decorated egg to our eggstravaganza for a chance to win and have your egg be “estrella’s Official easter egg”. prizes will be given at 12pm and the 1st place egg will be on display at starpointe for the month of april!

saturDaY, april 10

community garage sale

saturday, april 107 am to 2 pm

whether you like to shop garage sales or sell your wares, your oppor-tunity is coming saturday, april 10 from 7 am - 2 pm. this event will be advertised in the west valley view newspapers, with shoppers typically arriving at 6:30 am. a map will be provided to all shoppers detailing the location of participating homes. please stop by the community services Office before april 8 to fill out your registration form and pay $5 (cash only please). for your convenience, you can also go to www.lifeinestrella.com and print out your registration form. place your form and your cash in an envelope to drop off at starpointe residents club or the community services Office. this will ensure your spot on the map, help pay for advertising, and guarantee a successful sale.

reservations are essential

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community services Office hours:

Mon.–Fri. 8am–5pm, Closed Saturdays

Tel: 623-386-1112 | Fax: 623-386-5788

starpointe residents club

17665 West Elliot Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85338, 623-386-1949

Operating Hours:

Mon.–Th. 5:30am–9pm, Fri. 5:30am–8pm

Sat. 8am–6pm, Sun. 10am–6pm

Yacht club hours

*New Hours*Monday-ClosedTuesday-Friday 2-7pmSaturday and Sunday 10am-7pm

community Patrol’s Phone number

602-329-0462

estrella managementEstrella is professionally managed by Capital Consultant Mgmt. Corp. (CCMC)

Estrella Management Team Community Manager: Jerry Evans

Facilities Director: Scott McVay

Admin Coordinator: Sharon Thunstedt

Administrative Coordinator: Dawn Waterfield

Administrative Associate: Tammy Campbell

Compliance Director: Jodi Matlock

VCA Compliance Coordinator: Amy Helms:

Design Review Coordinator: Jodi Matlock

Recreation Coordinator: Lisa Sowada

Lifestyle Coordinator: Tara Shermerhorn

Yacht Club Coordinator: Ryan Chonka

assessment billing address:

Payment Processing Center

c/o CCMC-Western Region

PO Box 105260

Atlanta, GA 30348-5260 or pay online at www.ccmcnet.com.

community association board members:

Estrella Joint Committee (EJC) Developer Appointed Board Members: Alper Adli, David Prescott, Pete Tieche, Lesle Sweeney

Estrella Community Association (ECA) Developer Appointed Board Members: Alper Adli, Lesle Sweeney, David Prescott

Resident Elected Board Members: Freeda Seltzer and Raquel Llivina

Villages at EMR Community Association (VCA) Developer Appointed Board Members: Alper Adli, Pete Teiche, Lesle Sweeney

Resident Elected Board Members: Dennis Brungardt and Scott McCarthy

hOa contactestrella is excited to announce the date of our

first town hall meeting. the first of four annual town hall meetings will be held tuesday, march 23 at 6:30 pm at the starpointe residents club. the series of meetings was created in efforts of facilitating more open communication between the homeowners association, the developer, and residents of estrella. each town hall meeting will have an agenda of several topics revolving around current community issues of interest to most residents. further, each meeting will host an Open forum where residents will have

the opportunity to ask questions directly to the homeowner association and the developer on matters that may not have been included as top-ics on the agenda.

newland communities and capital consultants management corporation (ccmc) are dedicated towards fostering a positive and open working partnership with residents of estrella. Your participation at town hall meetings is crucial in that effort. we look forward to see-ing you at our first meeting in march.

Town Hall Meeting - March 23, 6:30 pm

For The Love of Petsit’s that time of year again when we all love to

open our doors and windows for some fresh air, or perhaps sit outside and take pleasure in the cooler weather or even enjoy a meal out on the patio. a constantly barking dog, however, can quickly shat-ter this relaxing image and make neighbors less than friendly toward each other. please be under-standing of your neighbors by not allowing your dogs to cry or bark in a manner which disturbs the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment and comfort of the neighborhood.

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Proper Pruningthe value of Pruning

in spring, trees are flush with new growth. in a natural setting, a tree does not require pruning to remain healthy. however, when planted in the land-scape around structures, streets and sidewalks, trees require some pruning for safety and aesthetic concerns. Before pruning a tree, it is important to understand why you should prune. here are some of the most common reasons for pruning:

• Remove dead or damaged branches

• Remove crowded, crossing or rubbing limbs

• Keep limbs from blocking sight lines or encroach-ing on structures, streets and walkways

improve tree structure and stability to avoid storm damage

tools for Pruning

having proper tools to prune your tree is important to the health of the plant material. limbs up to ½ inch in diameter can be pruned with hand pruners. long-handled pruning loppers can handle limbs up to 1 inch in diameter but a special pruning saw is needed for larger limbs. hand pruners and loppers should be of the scissor or bypass type rather than anvil type. hedging shears or power hedge trimmers should not be used to prune trees because they will not be able to make proper cuts and will damage the tree.

in addition to proper cutting tools, make sure you have safety equipment. it is a good idea to wear a long-sleeved shirt, long pants and closed shoes when prun-ing; additionally, wear safety glasses, a hat and gloves to help prevent an injury. unless you are a trained tree worker, avoid using a ladder or climbing a tree to trim it. most importantly, never attempt to prune a tree that is near a utility line!

Proper Pruning Practices

Once you are properly equipped with good tools and knowledge, you are ready to go to work. listed below are some general guidelines to remember when pruning:

• Do not remove more than 25% of a mature tree’s foliage

• Make cuts that leave a wound which can close properly to help avoid decay

• Do not prune a newly-planted tree dur-ing the first year, except to remove dead branches

• Cut back to the union of two branches, not in the middle of a branch

• Pruning paints are not necessary and can cause damage to your tree

• On large branches, use the three-cut meth-od to prevent bark from tearing down along the trunk (diagram on front page)

• If there is a good reason to prune a tree, pruning can be done almost any time of the year. use caution when heavily prun-ing just after spring growth as it may stress the tree.

lastly, and most importantly, Dlc recom-mends that you never top trees. topping is the indiscriminate cutting back of tree branches to stubs. this practice stresses and disfigures trees and creates hazardous, weakly-attached, new branches. it also creates an added maintenance expense as topped trees require more frequent pruning. for large trees or if you are in doubt, call a certified arborist. an arborist can determine what type of pruning is needed and provide the service of a trained crew with the appropriate safety equipment and liability insurance. You can find a certified arborist at http://isaarbor.com/findarborist/verifyarbByloc.aspx.

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12:30–1:20pm Ballet II (Linda Purdy)

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6:00–6:50pm Yoga (Linda Jojola)

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7:00–7:50pm Step & Pump (Linda Jojola)

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weeklY events

christian Youth

services

(Youth club) 10am andy ragone,

602-622-4400, [email protected]

weeklY events

adult men’s

Basketball 7:00pm

estrella mountain elementary school,

leroy Baca at 623-388-4047

Bridge, 1–4pm

contact carl Deierling 623-386-6641 or

cookie wallis 623-398-8695

weeklY events

nothing this week

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playgroup, 9:30–11:30am

contact nicole Yontz

602-400-8373

poker/games, 1pm contact al wolfson

623-328-0118

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music together 10:30am

games, games,

games 6:30–8pm

alcoholics

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7pm, estrella mtn. church, rm 202. contact Jerry r, 408-505-1326

weight watchers 6pm

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resident coffee

social 8:30–10am

crc meeting 9:30am

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adult golf clinic, 8am

golf club of estrella 623-386-2600

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social committee 6pm

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trivia night 6:30pm

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voting members 6:00pm

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13classic car club

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vit 11am

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101 seminar 10:30am

movie night 7pm

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classes, clubs, meetingsstarpointe residents club program

please nOte: events take place at starpointe residents club unless otherwise noted. for all starpointe events, please call 623-386-1949.

please see www.lifeinestrella.com for a comprehensive calendar of events and to be included in reminders/changes related to

upcoming events.

Estrella Mountain Church

Regular Weekend Service Times

NEW Saturday Worship at 5:30 PM Sunday Worship at 9:00 &10:45 AM

Children’s programs provided for Sunday services. Children and Youth Services

MONDAY AWANA Cubbies & Sparks (3 yrs. - 2nd Gr.) 6:30 PM

TUESDAY AWANA T & T (3rd – 6th Gr.) 6:30 PM

FRIDAY TREK Jr. High (7th & 8th Gr.) 7:00 PM

SUNDAY THRESHOLD Youth Group (7th–12th Gr.) 6:30 PM

Church Office Hours: Mon. –Thurs. 9:00 – 4:00 p.m. Fri. 9:00 – 3:00 p.m. Church 623-386-0300 Fax 623-393-0328 Website: www.emcaz.org

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Estrella Mountain Church invites you! Special Easter Celebration Opportunities

Thursday, Apr. 1: Seder (Passover Celebration), 6:30 PM Kids Seder ages 3 yrs. – 6th grade Friday, Apr. 2: Good Friday Fish Fry at EMC, 4-7 PM Saturday, Apr. 3: Saturday Worship Service, 5:30 PM Sunday, Apr. 4: SONrise Service 6:00 AM

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It’s a coin toss to decide just who wears the biggest smile in the Sambitos’ Fairways home. Is it Gabbie, the Maltese puppy, who was the first to bounce hap-pily to greet me at the front door on my prearranged visit? Or Bill and Kimberly, Gabbie’s “people,” who greeted me with warm smiles and sincerity that poured far beyond the foyer of their beautiful home? Regardless, all three wore ear to ear smiles as we discussed their relaxed and retired lifestyle that is anything but ‘retired.’

I first learned that Kimberly and Bill love to travel. The Sambitos fly as a trio, I was told and I’m imagining that Gabbie is quite possibly well on her way to obtaining a frequent flyer status of her own. When the three are ‘grounded,’ they enjoy golfing, volunteering, writing and reminiscing with friends, as well as spending time with their grown children. Between the two of them, Bill and Kimberly have five grown children; one in Monterey, California, two in the Bay Area of California, another in Prescott, AZ and one in Southern California.

Kimberly has been in the real estate industry since 1985. She was the Sales Manager for the Refuge in Lake Havasu, Arizona for the past seven years, where the couple lived on a part-time basis, until recently. She cur-rently volunteers for Prison Fellowship Ministries at the Perryville Prison in the West Valley. “Each week gives me a unique positive, remarkable couple of hours,” recalls Kimberly. Along with the other volunteers, Kimberly pre-pares a weekly Bible study, including lesson plans and workbook instruction, along with mentoring for incarcerated women, who are seeking ways to create a better environment for themselves within the prison and after they have completed their sentences. “The practical applications are rewarding

to both prisoners and volunteers,” says Kimberly, who has found many of the concepts presented from the bestseller, A Purpose Driven Life.

Bill, on the other hand, retired from the Marine Corps. as a Lt. Col. after 22 years of service. This includ-ed three combat tours in Vietnam as a helicopter pilot. He was also involved in Special Operations and has an impressive display of med-als honoring his military accom-plishments which adorn the walls of his home office. Bill subsequently worked as a manager in the tele-

communications industry in Northern California. He retired in 1997. In his free time, Bill gathered many of his historical experiences from the service and turned them into the basis of his fiction novel, which has been six months in making. He has an agent reviewing and has thought about self-publishing, but mainly writes for enjoyment and as a way to be creative with historical memories and research that he accredits partially to his service in the Marine Corps.

The Sambitos feel fortunate to live next door to their good friends, Nancy and Dennis. Nancy was Kimberly’s good friend in the Bay Area, which is where the Sambitos lived prior to moving to Arizona. Through a series of moves from both parties, Nancy and Kimberly lost touch. In 2005 when Kimberly was visiting the TW Lewis Sales Office in hopes of purchasing a new home in Estrella, she bumped into her dear friend, Nancy. The two, along with their husbands, ended up neighbors in the Fairways.

This year, Bill and Kimberly are working to improve their golf games! They are striving to maintain good health and keep up with their volunteer work and both hope that 2010 is a year of economic recovery for all.

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Regular Weekend Service Times

NEW Saturday Worship at 5:30 PM Sunday Worship at 9:00 &10:45 AM

Children’s programs provided for Sunday services. Children and Youth Services

MONDAY AWANA Cubbies & Sparks (3 yrs. - 2nd Gr.) 6:30 PM

TUESDAY AWANA T & T (3rd – 6th Gr.) 6:30 PM

FRIDAY TREK Jr. High (7th & 8th Gr.) 7:00 PM

SUNDAY THRESHOLD Youth Group (7th–12th Gr.) 6:30 PM

Church Office Hours: Mon. –Thurs. 9:00 – 4:00 p.m. Fri. 9:00 – 3:00 p.m. Church 623-386-0300 Fax 623-393-0328 Website: www.emcaz.org

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Estrella Mountain Church 10485 S. Estrella Parkway Goodyear, AZ 85338

Estrella Mountain Church invites you! Special Easter Celebration Opportunities

Thursday, Apr. 1: Seder (Passover Celebration), 6:30 PM Kids Seder ages 3 yrs. – 6th grade Friday, Apr. 2: Good Friday Fish Fry at EMC, 4-7 PM Saturday, Apr. 3: Saturday Worship Service, 5:30 PM Sunday, Apr. 4: SONrise Service 6:00 AM

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Chocolate WeekThe third week of March is American Chocolate Week (really, it is). In honor of this occasion, this space

is dedicated to as many chocolate recipes as I can fit into my article word limit. Here goes:

Serves 15

1/2 lb bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped

1/2 lb unsalted butter

6 eggs

1 1/2 cups sugar

1/2 cup flour

preheat oven to 400°f.

Butter the bottom and sides of 15 4oz ramekins.

sprinkle with sugar, tapping to remove extra sugar.

in double boiler, melt the choc-olate and butter.

Makes 10 dozen

1 1/2 cups flour

1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup shortening

3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed

3/4 cup sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon hot water

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

chocolate ganacheMakes 5 cups

1 lb bittersweet chocolate, chopped

1 pint heavy cream

5 1/3 ounces unsalted butter

Serves 16

cake

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package devil’s food cake mix

1 (4 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 3/4 cups water

2 eggs, beaten

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

chocolate glaze

3 tablespoons cocoa

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 cup powdered sugar

2-3 tablespoons hot water

cake: preheat oven to 350°.

grease and flour bundt pan,

whisk until thoroughly melted.

in a large bowl whisk together the eggs, sugar and flour until just blended gradually whisk the choco-late into the egg mixture until combined.

evenly divide the mixture between the prepared rame-kins, using about 1/3 cup for each. place the rame-kins on a baking sheet for 10-12 minutes until the tops are firm and beginning to crack and the edges are set. remove from oven and serve immediately with ice cream.

2 cups old fashioned rolled (or quick) oats

preheat oven to 375°f.

sift together flour, soda and salt.

in a separate bowl, cream together shortening and sugars; add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

stir in hot water, vanilla and flour mixture.

add remaining ingredients; mix well.

Drop from a teaspoon onto parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake at 375°f for 8-10 minutes.

set aside.

in large mixing bowl, com-bine cake mix, pudding mix and chocolate chips.

in another bowl, combine water, eggs, and vanilla mix-ing well.

add egg mixture to dry mix-ture and mix with spoon until just blended.

pour into prepared pan.

Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until cake tests done when wooden pick in center comes out clean.

cool 15 to 20 minutes before removing cake from pan.

when completely cool, drizzle cake with chocolate glaze.

chocolate glaze: combine all ingredients in bowl.

mix with spoon until smooth.

Bring cream and butter to a simmer.

pour over chocolate and stir/whisk until melted and smooth.

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chocolate lava cakes

chocolate chip Oatmeal cookies

chocolate bundt cake with chocolate glaze (cake mix recipe)

set aside.

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Are you having a Cooling or Heating problem in your home? We will provide you with our “Rapid Response”, 24/7/365. EMERGENCY SERVICE. Simply call 623-932-1674 “WE LIVE AND WORK IN ESTRELLA MOUNTAIN RANCH”.

BeautY & healthhair stylist

Hair Stylist-Raina King of Defiance Salon Suites offers 50% off any hair cut service to Estrella residents. Contact [email protected] or 602-315-0975 to receive a cut above the rest!

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chilDcare & preschOOls deanna’s christian childcare

6wks to 4yrs, references, calm environment 623-271-7213 [email protected].

gigglebeansLoving environment for your little one while your away. Call 623-388-7408 or email [email protected].

discovery days child careDay Care with a little pre-school fun.. All ages, very flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, affordable rates. I strive to meet your individual needs. Please call 623-693-9600 or email me at [email protected]. Hope to be hearing from you soon.

lil’ angels day careLil’ Angels offers great care in a friendly home environ-ment, with planned educational activities by a certified childhood development provider. Openings currently available; includes lunch and snacks. Call 623-606-8786.

little butterfly’s PreschoolLittle Butterflys Preschool is happy to offer new longer hours, new lower prices! Same Wonderful Program! Morning session and year round program. www.littlebutterflys.com 623-882-3757

cleaning servicesrandall carpet care

Quality, quick-drying steam extraction process. Carpet, upholstery and tile/grout cleaning. IICRC certified. EMR resident. John Randall, Owner, 623-734-3589.

eco maids 4 YouNeed help cleaning your home? Eco-friendly cleaning. Free estimates. An Estrella Mountain Ranch resident. Established business and references available upon request. 623-910-2202.

Dentalgoodyear smiles dentistry

Paul Gebhart DDS & Associates. 781 S. Cotton Lane, Ste. 100, Goodyear. Call 623-882-3636 or visit www.GoodyearSmiles.com.

dr. Joshua hong, ddsSmile Artist, Dr. Joshua Hong. We create smiles with confidence! 750 N. Estrella Parkway, #10 Goodyear, AZ. Enjoy a true five-star experience right here in your own town. Call Karen at 623-925-8822 to schedule your complimentary consultation today!

garage DOOrsavondale garage doors inc.

We fix & replace Garage Doors & Openers. Same day service, 28 yrs exp, BBB, Lic, Bond and Ins. Visit us at www.AvondaleGarageDoors.com or call 623-693-8677 or email [email protected], we sell parts!

hanDYmandesired handyman

Estrella Mountain Ranch Resident. All types of home repairs and maintenance including electrical, plumbing, drywall, concrete, painting, lawn maintenance, pigeon control, roofing, etc. Free estimates. References avail-able. 623-910-5183.

estrella household handymanQuality Tile Installation. Minor Electrical Work. Plumb-ing. Watering & valve systems. Lite Landscape. 623-670-2642. [email protected].

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insuranceamerican family insurance—

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Quality Yard work by robertoLandscape installation and maintenance, professional yard clean up, sprinkler repair, weed removal and control, tree and shrub trimming and more. Call 623-255-7724 or e-mail at [email protected].

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Diningakai hana -

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financial servicesfarm bureau financial services

Farm Bureau Financial Services can help you protect what is most important to you. All insurance and security needs. Contact George Cuzalina, Career Agent and Estrella Resident at 623-925-0190.

money mattersIncome tax preparation at your home or office. EMR resident. Call Kevin Pantenberg, CFP, ATA 623-386-1924 or email [email protected].

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gift wrapping servicethat’s a wrap

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pOOl & spa servicesimperial Pools & spa

Family owned business; Excellent service. Quality repair and complete pool care. 602-320-6517.

Poolguy aZComplete weekly pool care. Superior service. I am happy to come to your home and meet with you personally. Please call me Today! “Scott The Poolguy” 623-986-1530

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shOppingsharP! Jewelry & bags

Estrella resident! Come see us at the Goodyear Market Place—Booth 64, 66, 68 17605 W. McDowell, call 623-451-9107 or email us at [email protected].

spiritualestrella mountain church

“Turning Neighbors Into Forever Friends” with Sunday Worship Services - 9am and 10:45am weekly. Where: 10485 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear, AZ. 623-386-0300.

stOragebudget mini storage

Excellence! Our customers deserve nothing less. Brand new state-of-the-art facility. Complete ground level ac-cess. Month to Month lease. Estrella Resident Special: Free Truck Rental with a Move In. 623-925-2060. www.budgetstorageaz.com.

goodyear self storage & rv—u-haul dealer

“Best Price in Town,” New State-of-the-art facility, RV Parking, Air Conditioned Units available, Moving/Packing Supplies, On-site Managers MC 85 & Litchfield Open 7 Days. Call 623-535-1811. www.goodyearselfstorage.com.

Palm gate rv & self storageWhere the customer comes 1ST. Air conditioned self stor-age with drive in bays. Covered RV parking with 24 hour access & amenities. Wine Storage, UPS Store on site. Moving Supplies & Notary Service. 14050 W. Van Buren, 623-535-9676, www.palmgatestorage.com.

tutOringindividualized One to One Private tutoring

Individualized private tutoring by credentialed teacher in Reading, Writing, Math, Aims Prep, etc. for Grades 1-5. Call Sue Montague at 623-536-7475 or email [email protected].


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business spotlight

Spring cleaning just wouldn’t be complete without clean carpet and tile in your home and office. It’s the season to gear up for indoor/outdoor par-ties and Randall Carpet Care is offering free home estimates with a referral appreciation program that’s refreshing to your flooring and your pocketbook. Estrella resident, John Randall, Sr. brings two generations of carpet and floor care experience to your assistance. Call 623-734-3589 or email [email protected] to schedule an appointment.

Randall Carpet Care believes that there are key aspects to proper carpet cleaning including vacuuming, preconditioning for soiled areas, adequate “dwell” time for the detergent to break down the soils, agitation, extraction of soils and detergents and carpet nap setting. “Sadly, many carpet cleaners pick and choose only the aspects that are convenient for them, resulting in incomplete service,” says the company’s Owner/Operator, John.

As with every business owner, John has stories of customers that have made a positive impression on him. “This,” he states, “is one of the great rewards of owning your own business.” Business relationships with custom-ers are an important aspect of reputation for Randall Carpet Care. In the early days, John recalls working with his brother, Paul. After completing a carpet cleaning at Mr. Lee’s home, the two returned to discuss the finished results and settle the bill. “Mr. Lee insisted that we stay and have dinner with him and his wife,” remembers Randall. “It’s just not what one expects from a new customer, but a positive and rewarding experience nonetheless.”

John grew up in a suburb of Chicago, helping his dad with the fam-ily business of carpet care from a very young age. “Ours was a true family business, dad running the show, mom running the office, and each of us

five children on the job. John eventually left the family busi-ness when his dad retired and sold the business, and settled into a job that was a seven year stretch in public service. He has since happily returned to busi-ness ownership in carpet and tile care as his career of choice. He and his wife, Lisa, consider themselves lucky to have “stum-bled” upon Estrella, as a string of events invited the couple to follow Lisa’s dear friend to Arizona from California several years ago.

“This is a very exciting time for me, getting back into the career that I was born to have,” says John. And while the Valley isn’t subjected to snow, slush and frequent rain, we are required to deal with higher than average amounts of dust and sand. These conditions act as harsh abrasives and damage carpet fibers, thus making the carpet more susceptible to soiling. Vacuuming and regular professional cleanings are the optimal way to com-bat the dirt that Arizona dishes out. John is grateful that his wife, Lisa, an elementary school teacher at Westar, and his son are very supportive. “Occasionally,” says John, “I rope my father into assisting me with a job. He comes around in his RV to say hello and help out from time to time. It’s fun to have him call ME boss!

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$119TWO FOR

ONE(ANYTIME) Rate includes two (2)

rounds of golf for the price of one. Tee times may be

booked 5 days in advance. Offer expires 03/31/10

In a lingering recession where some golf courses have found memberships dwindling and numbers

of rounds decreasing, the Golf Club of Estrella has seen not only steady traffic, but increased rounds

at its 18 hole, par 72 Nicklaus championship course.

The Golf Club of Estrella features the first daily fee golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus II

in Arizona and has been recognized with many prestigious accolades over the years. In 2009, the

Golf Club of Estrella was honored with the title of “#10 America’s Best Courses, State-by-State” by

Golfweek magazine. The course also currently holds four out of five Editor’s Rating Stars as a “Best

Place to Play” with the esteemed Golf Digest.

Covering an impressive 7,102 yards, the Golf Club of Estrella offers spectacular views with

fairways that blanket the natural contours of the surrounding desert land. Its consistently high

standards of service and unique setting have maintained loyalty not only from residents, many of

whom are annual pass holders, but visitors as well.

Along with the beautiful spring weather in Arizona, come great opportunities to enjoy the

outdoors. Even if you aren’t an avid golfer, The Golf Club of Estrella offers great views of the Sierra

Estrella Mountains, a delicious menu at the Players’ Grille, patio seating and a firepit for casual

gatherings and challenging golf on the award-winning course.

For more information about the Golf Club of Estrella or to make a reservation, please call

623-386-2600 or visit the Golf Club’s web page at www.estrellagolf.com, featuring tee-time schedules

and pricing.

Contact Information

Information Center: (623) 386-1000

Starpointe Residents Club: (623) 386-1949

Yacht Club: (623) 386-3411

Golf Club of Estrella: (623) 386-2600

LifeInEstrella.com

Golf Club of EstrellaTM Draws Record Number of Golfers Despite Recession

*Homes in the Estrella community are constructed and sold by builders not affiliated with NNP III-Estrella Mountain Ranch, L.L.C, or Newland Communities, LLC, or Newland Communities, LLC’s affiliated companies (collectively, “Newland”). Newland does not guarantee or warrant the obligations of, or construction by, such builders, or the availability or pricing of homes. The promotions and/or incentives described above (collectively “Promotions”) are offered only by participating builders to homebuyers in the Estrella community and are sponsored exclusively by such builders, who are solely responsible for the Promotions’ content and operation. Newland has neither affiliation nor any obligations or liabilities relating to the Promotions. Void where prohibited. Contact the participating builders for further information about the Promotions. Access to, and use of, The Golf Club of Estrella is not included in the purchase of homes or homesites. Additional fees are required.

**Taylor Morrison is the sponsor of the incentive programs described above, and is solely responsible for the programs’ content and operation. The project owners and developer of the Estrella community, and their affiliates, have no responsibilities or liabilities relating to these programs. Contact Taylor Morrison for further information.

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. Visit www.estrellacommunity.com or contact the Estrella

Information Center at (623) 386-1000. Brokers welcome.*

Visit EstrellaTM Today

This month’s featured home is Taylor Morrison’s 2,254–square-foot

Arcadia plan, from its La Mirada neighborhood. This one-story home is

available in the Spanish, Mission or Hacienda style and features:

3 bedrooms and den (option for fourth bedroom)

2 baths

Tandem 3-car garage (optional 2 or 4-foot extension)

Split master bedroom

Receive up to $15,000 in incentives on select homes and choose from one

of the below packages:

Going Green Package*: Programmable Thermostat, 14 SEER A/C unit,

Tec Shield Roof System, R-38 Ceiling Insulation

Gourmet Package*: Enjoy a stainless steel refrigerator; upgrade

other appliances to stainless steel, plus cherry cabinets

Closing Cost or Rate Buy Down Package: Up to 3%

Move-in Ready Package: Receive 2” faux wood blinds and

a refrigerator, washer and dryer

*Going Green and Gourmet Kitchen packages are not available

on move-in ready inventory homes

Taylor Morrison features two great neighborhoods within Montecito – La

Mirada and La Entrada, offering homes from 1,844 to 3,434 square feet and

pricing starting in the low $200s. A limited number of cul-de-sac lots with

a view are currently available in La Mirada. For more information, contact

Taylor Morrison at 623-386-9327.**

March Builder of the Month – Taylor Morrison

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