My Hometown Estrella - May 2010

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starsplash waterpark Bash!

flashback: new Years eve, 1925, almost midnight—tin pan alley

church, new York…so began the roaring wedding, murder at

midnight—the first annual murder mystery Dinner fundraiser for

the creative arts academy. as the name implies, it was roaring,

indeed!

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who Dunnit? the creative arts academy, that’s who!

ready or not, it’s time to get your swimsuits on and head on down to starpointe.

the starsplash waterpark will be opening with a cannon-ball splash on saturday,

may 22 from 11 am to 2 pm. we’ll have a DJ, games and great food specials from

café quench. please rsvp to starpointe today!

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the estrella community patrol ad hoc

committee was recently formed and tasked

with assessing the future of patrol services

in our community. read their update...

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future of patrol services hOa Board action initiated

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On YOur DOOrstep news & events happening in anD arOunD estrella 4

hOa events & Bulletin BOarD YOur hOa is harD at wOrk with these fun resiDent events 11

cluBs, classes, meetings starpOinte resiDents cluB prOgrams & cOmmunitY calenDar 14

people in your neighborhood

tara shermerhOrn cOmmunitY lifestYle cOOrDinatOr 15

food

farmer’s market Zucchini, eggplant & squash BY kim OnstOtt, resiDent Of estrella, YOur persOnal gOurmet 17

house & home

hanD crafting at hOme BY stephanie garrisiOn 20

business spotlight

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Seems it was such a short time ago, we were announcing the opening of Starpointe’s WaterPark season, while offering tips and recipes sure to spoil mom for Mother’s Day last year. Then, like magic (ta dah), spring has sprung and we’re here again. After finally packing away the Christmas décor and also facing the realization that it does in fact rain in the desert, it’s time for a change of the season once again.

Change, however, isn’t all about the weather. Besides the obvious rising temperatures, a change of season can be life experiences, too. It can involve redesigning game plans, following the ever-changing circumstances and events that shape our lives. This spring my husband and I will watch our twin daugh-ters receive their high-school diplomas, opening the gateway for a new season in their futures. As they transition into the college years, I’ll be forced to reor-ganize our nest, the soon-to-be-empty one, which will take some mental creativity to reinvent. Here comes change - ready or not.

This month, My Hometown Estrella offers some new ideas to enhance your personal paths this season. Our cover story reveals that a benefit dinner event,

supported by this community, has allowed a new door of creative classes to be opened this summer. Why not enhance your creativity with a photography class? Maybe you’ll organize a girl’s night of relaxation at home with a Spa Escape party? How about dig-ging into summer’s hottest reads while sharing the experience with fellow readers in the newly formed Starpointe Book Club? If you’re a business owner, there are new networking capabilities in the commu-nity with the Estrella Business Networking group.

The senior class at Estrella Foothills High School graduates an academically excelling class and a two-year state championship girl’s soccer team, choosing a motto to represent their steps into the future, taken from dialogue between a basketball player and his coach in the 2005 movie, Coach Carter. The motto represents a positive outlook on personal reinvention and tackles the challenge of season change within each of us. “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.”

I hope you’ll empower your own personal moti-vational tools during the change of this season, in order to create a positively perfect summer. Dive in!

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who dunnit?

With an event like this, the secret to success begins with the audi-ence. From start to finish, this dinner theater event cast the audience in a starring role; those who attended the event were major players in creating both the backdrop and the ambiance. Volunteer hostesses decorated the tables for parties of eight, given only a white tablecloth as their artistic canvas. The result? Breathtaking! The tables, themselves, were masterpieces: fresh flower centerpieces complete with peacock feathers and homemade napkin embellishments. One table even fea-tured a vintage radio as the centerpiece. In the soft stage and candle light, it was hard not to believe that you had been transported back to that era of elegance, charisma, and timeless charm. The stage was effectively set…

The cast of the evening entertainment was not comprised of pro-fessional actors, but they were individuals wholly committed to their characters: a deliciously flawed group of gangsters, Upper Eastside snobs, nouveaux riche bootleggers and devious flappers. Combine this “wedding party” with an original plot filled with zany twists and there is certain to be a hilarious intrigue! The costumes were flashy and

submitted by estrella residents kristin caraway and Debra goley

authentic; and once again, the audience was enticed into joining in the fun, as many dressed up in 1920’s fashion. Enhancing the drama, there was background music of all the greats: Ella Fitzgerald, Scott Joplin, Billie Holiday, and Louis Armstrong, just to name a few. The highlight was the two tragically comedic death scenes that lasted the entire length of “Bye, Bye Blackbird.” The victims, of course, engaged the audience wedding guests in their dying antics, as they staggered across the room, finally dying in the arms of an audience member. The dinner feature? A four-course, gourmet delight that commenced with a cheese and cracker platter and Caesar salad, progressed to a choice of chicken alfredo or shrimp penne Fra Diavlo entrees, with a finale being, of course, wedding cake.

Who was the murderer in this scandalous caper? To find out all the juicy details, you can check out The Creative Arts Academy website at www.caa-az.org. The reason for the “roaring success,” however, is no mystery at all. It is the spirit of artistic expression itself that defines our culture and is alive and well in each of us. A story that captured the fun and frivolity of a beloved era, the visual beauty created by a united effort, and the music that made it all come to life combined in a celebration to inspire the human spirit.

“A few community leaders right here in Estrella felt the tug on our hearts to make sure we develop a life-long appreciation for the arts and encourage growth in this arena to develop the artist within our chil-dren. Hence the CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY was born. The 501c3 not for profit organization strives to keep the arts alive in this economic time where art, dance and music programs are being threatened from exis-tence in our children’s lives. We all know that the arts do strengthen our math, science and right brain activity; imagination is free to explore pro-viding sensible ways to tackle problem solving and encourage growth. All this plays a part in having an aptitude in the visual and performing arts. We are fortunate to have this program in our backyard this summer!”

Visit www.caa-az.org to REGISTER today for classes for everyone from preschool to adults! It’s surely a good thing for all in our commu-nity!

the creative arts academy, that’s who! Flashback: New Years Eve, 1925, almost midnight—Tin Pan Alley Church, New York…so begins the Roaring Wedding, Murder at

Midnight—the f irst annual Murder Mystery Dinner fundraiser for The Creative Arts Academy. As the name implies, it was roaring, indeed!

new Book club forming in estrella

Experience summer’s hot-test reads by joining a new book club forming in Estrella this spring. The Starpointe Book Club plans to meet in the Starpointe library on the second Wednesday of each month from 10 am to noon to share discussions on books decided by the club. The introductory meeting is sched-uled for May 12 in the relaxing cool atmosphere of the Starpointe. Do you prefer fiction, non-fiction or best-sellers? Bring your ideas to the opening meeting this summer and experience discussion time with friends who share your reading interests. Contact Nina Adair for more information at 623-810-3494 or by email at [email protected].

annual spring lacrosse leagues now forming

The Estrella Lacrosse Club has started its spring league and needs you! Multiple league options are available for both boys grades K-8th grade and girls grades 4-12. Registration is available online or can be easily completed by visiting www.estrellalax.com. Get your registrations completed as soon as possible and get active with league play this May.

westar elementary school news

Westar recently received $563.61 from Papa John’s for their Westar Fundraiser Pizza Night! Thank you to everyone who ate pizza that night! Mrs. Flagg’s 5th grade class won the pizza party, narrowly edging out Mrs. Blasdell and Mrs. Fleming’s 1st grade classes. Money earned goes into the PTO fund and helps support playground equipment and exceptional behavior rewards.


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estrella mountain car club….spring fling!

Perhaps you have seen the Corvettes or the Model A cruis-ing through Estrella. Perhaps it was the Triumph TR6 or the Jag convertible that flashed by. Oh, don’t forget the award-winning 36 Ford pickup and Sunbeam Alpine, the old Buicks, the rods and the restored, the customs and the standards. The Estrella Mountain Car Club is all of these with a good measure of friendship and camaraderie. Guys and gals and all types of cars get together throughout the year to celebrate cars, friendship and fun. The club is restricted to Estrella residents and focuses on automo-biles, old and new. The club supports community events and participates in local shows. Recently, the club won several awards at the car show at the Goodyear Ball Park. The club also participated in the Sock Hop at the Starpointe and the Grand Opening of CantaMia over Valentine’s Day weekend. The club hosts seasonal gatherings and an occasional cruise to a local site of interest. The club is also at www.lifeinestrella.com under Groups. Pictures from some of their events are located there.

On May 16, the club is having a Spring Fling at the South Lake. During this event, members will show their cars and the club will host a hot dog/hamburger/chicken BBQ. This event will also be a membership drive and Estrella residents that would like to find out more about the club can join in (bring your car), grab a bite and see the club first hand. They would love to have new members and this would be a great time to get to know what the club is all about. If you are going to come, contact member-ship chairman and let him know who and how many. He can be contacted at [email protected] or 623-393-8998. Membership dues are $30 per year which includes spouses and family members under the age of 21. Members must be residents of Estrella or have Estrella privileges as if a resident. The club meets monthly at Starpointe on the second Saturday of each month at 9 am. Join in the fun, get in line for a cruise or two, share some good stories and enjoy life here in Estrella.

estrella Business Owners networking group

submitted by members of the estrella Business Owners networking group

A new group has been formed for business owners and independent contractors that live in Estrella. Wouldn’t you rather use a company or per-son that lives in your own community versus one that is miles away? What a great way to support the community you live in, especially in today’s economy. There are so many talented and unique individuals that live in this great community and the Estrella Business Owners Group wants to gather them into one easily accessible source for anyone to find when needed. They have created a simple website www.estrellabusiness.com. The goal of this group is to spread the word about this site. There are currently over 25 member businesses and membership is growing every week. The directory is updated after each meeting.

This group is open to any Estrella resident that owns a business or is an independent contractor responsible for their own income and accounting (W9 requirement). Within the group, members will promote each other while servicing their current clients; they will look to each other for guidance, knowledge and support to help their companies be stronger. And, they are always looking at ways the group can support the community with donations, sponsorships and events.

Meetings are held every other Tuesday morning at 8 am at the Starpointe Residents Club in a conference room. One evening meeting is held per month on a Tuesday evening at 7 pm at Starpointe Residents Club. The location within the Club is subject to change based on avail-ability. Attendance at these meetings is very important for the member and also for the rest of the group. The guidelines and framework of the group are still in the beginning stages; input and ideas are highly encouraged.

A calendar of the meetings and events is available on their website at www.estrellabusiness.com. Also, the group information can be accessed under the group tab on www.lifeinestrella.com and a discussion topic for the group has been added to the EMR community forum. A facebook group page has been set up as EMR Business Networking group. If you have any questions or need further information, please call Cynthia Powell at 623-694-5127 or email [email protected]. Look for the business directory and refrigerator magnets at upcoming Estrella com-munity events.

goodyear in actiOn reminder

Mark Your Calendar! Goodyear In ACTION Day 2010 will be September 25. Residents are invited to join together at the Goodyear Community Park for a health and fitness festival. If you have a health and well-ness organization and would like to be a vendor at Goodyear In ACTION Day, please contact [email protected].

golf club of estrella launches new family golf program

The Golf Club of Estrella and Troon Golf are pleased to announce the new Troon Family Golf program, making the game more accessible to junior golfers and their fami-lies. The Golf Club of Estrella is making a conscious effort to lead the way by introducing juniors to the game in a simple and affordable way. Through the Family Program, juniors can play free after 3 pm when playing with a paying adult. During the upcoming summer season, juniors can play free after 12 noon. Each junior also receives a com-plimentary set of Callaway® rental clubs to use during the round. The offer is based on availability and juniors are defined as golfers 15 years or younger. Estrella residents can book their next round by calling the Club directly at 623-386-2600.


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Based upon resident feedback and comments expressed in HOA Board Meetings, the Board on December 1, 2009 established the Estrella Community Patrol Ad Hoc (Standing) Committee and tasked them with assess-ing the future role of patrol services in our community. The committee’s work began with the appointment of HOA Resident Directors, Dennis Brungardt and Freeda Setlzer, to co-chair the committee and the solicitation of resident participation on the committee.

The committee’s participation includes Resident Board Directors, resident representa-tives from the Covenant Review Committee and volunteers of the community’s 42 neighborhoods. In addition, participa-tion includes the Community Manager, the Design Review Director, and Goodyear Police Department acting in an advisory role.

Background information

Patrol Services have functioned as a combination of security, safety, and covenant enforcement within our community for almost twenty years. From a practical standpoint, the community patrol is limited in their authority to provide “security” services. Their current role includes safeguarding of com-munity assets (i.e., private parks, common areas, Residents Center, etc.) and calling upon the Police Department in cases of observed criminal activity. In addition, the patrol has had a role in covenant enforcement and providing support for a limited number of maintenance tasks (i.e., locking community restrooms, opening and closing the gates at Star Tower, reporting inopera-tive streetlights, removing unauthorized signs from common areas, etc.).

Over the last several years, the presence of the Goodyear Police Department in our community has improved considerably. Much of this improvement can be attributed to the implementation of a “beat integrity” policy by the Goodyear Police Department in 2008. This policy promotes a Police Department presence in our community twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week. This approach allows residents to depend upon the

future Of Patrol services. hOa board action initiated.the following information was submitted to us by the estrella community patrol ad hoc committee:

Goodyear Police Department to respond rapidly in the event of com-munity security and safety issues. Improved responsiveness by the

Police Department has been a contributing factor in the HOA’s decision to reduce the patrol’s budget in 2009-2010.

As most Estrella Community residents are aware, the use of patrol services has been reduced significantly over

the past two years. For 2008, the patrol services budget was $262,866 (about $6 per household per month) and coverage was provided 7 days a week/24 hours per day plus supplemental coverage of the lakes. In

2009, the budget was reduced to $115,200 ($1.81 per household per month) and coverage was reduced to 7 days

a week/14 hours per day. For this year, the 2010 budget is $57,600 ($1.01 per household per month) and coverage provided 7 days a week/6 hours per day.

resident patrOl services survey feedback

In January 2010, the Estrella Community Patrol Ad Hoc Committee ini-tiated a survey to understand resident’s opinions regarding the patrol services. The surveys were placed on two community web sites during the January 11 through January 22, 2010 period. Five questions were asked, with 242 resi-dents responding to the survey.

A brief summary of the survey conclusions follows:

• A majority of responses, 156 of 242 (65%), indicated community patrol as having a significant to moderate impact on safety and security in the community.

• A small number of responses, 31 of 242 (13%), indicated the community patrol has no effect on safety or security within the community.

• Given the survey options, 160 of 242 (66%), residents advocated cover-age 7 days per week/14 hours or 24 hours per day. In addition, 42 of 242 (17%), advocated coverage 7 days per week/7 hours per day. The remain-ing residents proposed, 40 of 242 (17%), that patrol services should be eliminated.

Based upon resident feedback and comments expressed in HOA Board Meetings, the Board on December 1, 2009 established the Estrella Community Patrol Ad Hoc (Standing) Committee and tasked them with assess-ing the future role of patrol services in our community. The committee’s work began with the appointment of HOA Resident Directors, Dennis Brungardt and Freeda Setlzer, to co-chair the committee and the solicitation of resident participation on the

The committee’s participation includes Resident Board Directors, resident representa-tives from the Covenant Review Committee

Goodyear Police Department to respond rapidly in the event of com-munity security and safety issues. Improved responsiveness by the

Police Department has been a contributing factor in the HOA’s decision to reduce the patrol’s budget in 2009-2010.

As most Estrella Community residents are aware, the use of patrol services has been reduced significantly over

the past two years. For 2008, the patrol services budget was $262,866 (about $6 per household per month) and coverage was provided 7 days a week/24 hours per day plus supplemental coverage of the lakes. In

2009, the budget was reduced to $115,200 ($1.81 per household per month) and coverage was reduced to 7 days

a week/14 hours per day. For this year, the 2010

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Looking for some personal time to relax? Do you crave some pampering that won’t break your pocketbook? Need some time for yourself, but not wanting to spend the money to go to a day spa? Estrella Resident, Kristie Wolfe, has an answer that you’re going to love! Because she loves to help people feel good about themselves and believes that when a person feels good physically, they can give back their best to the world. Kristie is excited to help women rejuvenate and relax with high-end spa treat-ments in the comforts of your own home. She joined a new company and specializes in spa treatments, personalized skin care and advanced anti-aging products brought to your own living room.

The customized care will pamper your skin and your soul for a luxurious two hours. Imagine yourself experiencing a warm neck wrap and green tea

estrella resident Brings spa treatments to your home

hot mask with cooling eye patches with a group of your closest friends. Feast on microdermabrasion and an alternative to Botox with an instant face lift procedure in the comfort of your living room. Kristie has products that you’re going to love, including the latest detox products, body mineral baths, herbal and serenity foot wraps and some of the hottest new trends in make-up products and colors. With summer just around the corner, doesn’t a “Spa-garita get together featuring Frozen Margarita Foot Crème” sound like a treat for your feet? “Let me help you experience

a calming spa treatment that pampers your mind, head, shoulders, hands, face and feet,” says Kristie.

Interested in a spa gift package for Mother’s Day? Thinking of a new fundraising idea for your organization? Contact Kristie Wolfe at 623-330-8011 or email [email protected].


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• Resident responses, 76 of 242 (32%), thought that patrol duties could be done by volunteers, but the respondents would not volunteer. A strong majority, 138 of 242 (57%), felt the management company should perform these duties.

• The majority of residents, 130 of 241 (54%), had never called commu-nity patrol for assistance. The remaining respondents, 82 of 241 (34%) had occasion to call community patrol 1-3 times in the last year, and 31 of 241 (12%) had contacted community patrol more than 4 times in the past year.

• A significant majority, 187 of 234 (80%) feel that the patrol services should be continued, with 147 of 234 (63%) advocating coverage be increased to 14 or 24 hours per day/ 7 days per week at a cost of ~$2 to ~$3 per month per household.

patrol committee work activities

Since completion of the survey, the committee has reviewed a variety of data sources regarding patrol services activities and performance. These included annual budgets (2005-2010), daily patrol reports ( July-December 2009), vandalism and graffiti incidents and cost summaries (2006-2009), patrol duties as defined in the March 2009 Patrol Post Orders, and GPS patrolling patterns (2009 and 2010).

The reviews of above information makes clear the patrol services currently provide covenant enforcement duties (parking violations in the midnight to 4 am period), safety and private property protection (patrolling private parks, Starpointe Residents Center, Star Tower, etc.) and limited support of private property maintenance activities (turning lights off in community parks, locking restrooms, monitor the operations of gates, etc). Patrol services shift hours of six hours per day, seven days per week, limits patrolling within the neighborhoods to less than two hours per day.

With the above in mind, the committee developed a revised list of patrol services “duties” deemed beneficial to the community. Any duties identified as the responsibility of the Police Department were eliminated from the list. The revised list is now being used to assess the future role of patrol services in the community.

After identifying necessary patrol service “duties”, the committee identi-fied a variety of options potentially meeting the communities’ needs in the future. A number of the initial options were discarded by the committee as being unworkable. Examples include the option of eliminating patrol services in their entirety, or evolving a capability to perform required “duties” using resident volunteers.

The committee is currently evaluating four options using the criteria of to what degree the option satisfies the “duties” required, and at what cost to the community. In addition, the committee has been asked to investigate a series of recommendations from the Voting Member Committee Parks/Security Sub-Committee. These recommendations include changing the park hours of operation (closure 10 pm to 6 am as are City of Goodyear parks), changing park signage to reinforce they are “Private – For Use of Residents and Guests Only”), installing security cameras in high vandalism locations, and providing resident vehicle permits to all residents. The committee expects to integrate one or more of the Parks/Security Sub-Committee recommendations into the final patrol services recommendation to the HOA Board.

changing residents’ expectations

Residents must recognize that “Community Patrol” is intended to sup-port the HOA’s enforcement of the Community Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&R) and that the Goodyear Police Department provides the “Security Patrol” for Estrella. Clearly, patrol is not a substitute for the Police Department in addressing activities of a criminal nature.

More specifically, Community Patrol has evolved as an official set of eyes in overseeing community property, responding to resident calls regarding non-criminal activities, are an authority for enforcing CC&Rs, and perform-ing a variety of property maintenance functions.

The committee welcomes further input from all the residents. Their final recommendations for Board action will be presented at the May 27, 2010 Board meeting. If you wish to comment, please contact Dennis Brungardt at [email protected] or Freeda Seltzer at [email protected].

future Of patrol services.

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Fry’s Marketplace is coming soon to Yuma Rd. & Sarival. Fry’s Marketplace offers everything from food to home goods, toys, outdoor living and more. Their clos-est location right now is on Litchfield Park, but the new location on Yuma Rd. will be very handy for Estrella residents. Visit www.frysfood.com and get ready to take advantage of a convenient, new place to shop.

Don’t miss this opportu-nity for your children to stimu-late their creative energy and imagination while learning about various topics of sci-ence, history, sports, business, physics and math! Join us at Westar Elementary for Camp Invention -- a week of fun, learning, and creativity on June 21 - 25 from 9 am until 3:30 pm.

If you are interested, please contact Patty Messer at 623-327-2810 ext. 1143 or [email protected].

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let’s move! tips for Parents

A new national campaign – Let’s Move - was recently initiated by First Lady Michelle Obama to encourage children and their families to maintain healthy lifestyles. To keep the momentum in full gear, The Little Gym of Litchfield Park is helping families keep overall healthy living and exercise part of their daily routine.

Julie Dobbs of The Little Gym of Litchfield Park recommends that parents consider the following activities for their children. These activities help to maintain an active lifestyle and provide a range of other long-term benefits.

gymnastics

• Advances physical strength, flexibility and coordination

• Improves confidence and expressive skills in social settings

• Increases problem-solving and decision-making abilities

karate

• Helps develop self control and focus

• Builds flexibility, balance and core strength in the upper and lower body, and helps to build quicker reflexes and reaction skills

• Helps children keep attention and sustained concentration

sports

• Encourages your child to be a team player and promotes sportsmanship

• Prepares children for a lifetime of positive sports experiences and improves cognitive understanding of the rules and strategies for team sports

• Teaches strength, coordination and teamwork while building confidence

“It’s important to instill the notion of healthy living during the early stages of life,” said Dobbs. “The launch of the ‘Let’s Move’ campaign is a great way to remind local parents that being physically active and healthy can be fun for their children.”

According to the American Heart Association, an active lifestyle pro-motes overall physical, psychological and social benefits. It controls weight, reduces blood pressure, reduces the risk of diabetes and some cancers, while also building self-confidence and higher self-esteem.

“The best way to motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle is to make sure they’re having fun,” Dobbs said. “We encourage parents to find out what activities interest their children. The more fun they have, the more they will want to stay active!”

The Little Gym of Litchfield Park introduces children to physical activ-ity through a gymnastics-based non-competitive curriculum. Progressive programs such as gymnastics, dance, sports skills, and karate promote coordination, balance, rhythm and flexibility. The local gym is based on a philosophy that allows children to experience success in a fun, caring and non-competitive way, Dobbs said. Children’s listening, social and cognitive capacities are all enhanced in the process, as students are encouraged to progress at their own pace.

For more information about The Little Gym of Litchfield Park, please contact Julie Dobbs at 623-535-5222.

how to buy a ceiling fan

Spring has sprung! The plants are blossoming, the birds are chirping, and the temperatures are rising…yikes! Don’t panic. Now’s the perfect time to install that ceiling fan to cool you off without costing you a for-tune. You may ask yourself, “How do I know which one to buy? There are so many choices!” No fear, Handyman Xtreme is here with a few helpful tips.

ROOM SIZE – the size of the room will help you determine the appro-priate length of the fan blades the room can accommodate.

CEILING HEIGHT – for taller ceilings you will need to install a down rod extension to allow the fan to produce the proper distribution of air movement.

FAN REMOTE – just like the evolution of the TV, many ceiling fans now come with their own remote! Also, any existing ceiling fan can be wired with a remote, if you’re handy with electrical things.

STYLE – keep in mind the décor, color and overall feeling you want the room to convey. Choosing a complimentary ceiling fan will add those finishing touches.

So, open your windows, smell the blossoms and crank up your (new) ceiling fans - spring is here. If you’d like assistance installing that new ceiling fan or updating your existing one with a remote, give Handyman Xtreme a call at 602-773-1973.

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hospice Of the valley Offers wide array Of services for seriously ill

Hospice of the Valley offers many services that go beyond end-of-life care, including programs for people with serious and chronic diseases as well as a placement service to help the living environment for their loved ones. There is no out-of-pocket cost for these services and programs. The Senior Placement Service helps families and health care professionals sort through the options for senior care -- home health-care companies, group homes, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities – and find appropriate care for their loved ones at no cost to the family or to the com-panies or facilities to which referrals are made. It acts as a neutral third-party to help meet the medical and social needs of all seniors, regardless of whether they are Hospice of the Valley patients. Other programs include:

The Pulmonary Resource Program is designed for patients with advanced pulmonary disease and their families and caregivers. The program offers strategies and interventions for symptom management; education on lung disease; medication, oxygen therapy, breathing techniques, cough tech-niques, and support to patients and families coping with lung disease.

The Congestive Heart Failure program provides care in patients’ homes or wherever they reside. Social workers and nurses are available to make home visits, guided by the patient’s physician. Participants need not be hospice patients; a community program called Outreach cares for people with chronic CHF. The hospice program cares for cardiac patients at later stages.

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The Dementia program serves persons with dementia and their families, as well as educating the community, caregivers and physicians about all aspects of advanced dementia care.

Outreach offers seriously ill people who aren’t on hospice the services of a professional case coordinator to act as an advocate, provide education, and make connections to community resources.

Founded in 1977, Hospice of the Valley is one of the country’s oldest and largest not-for-profit hospices, nationally known for the staff ’s expertise. A care team of a doctor, nurse, nurse’s aide, social worker, chaplain (if requested) and volunteer support patients with life-limiting illnesses and families in their home or wherever they live. Care is available 24/7, with a nurse answering calls at night and weekends – not an answering service. Services are covered by Medicare and most insurance companies at no out-of-pocket cost to the patient. Donated funds pay for the Placement Service and Outreach. Seventeen palliative care units provide inpatient care Valley-wide, including Palm Valley in Goodyear, North Sun City in Sun City, Sun City in Peoria, Surprise in Surprise and Thunderbird in Glendale. For more information, call 602-530-6900, view the web site www.hov.org or email [email protected].

Lee Ann Black is an Estrella resident and Director of Community Relations for Hospice of the Valley. Contact her at 602-405-2395 or [email protected].


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In case you haven’t heard yet, Safeway will anchor Mountain Ranch Marketplace at Estrella. Safeway plans to open its doors for business this fall. In addition to Safeway, a number of other retailers are locating in Mountain Ranch Marketplace, includ-ing Mini-Skool, Chase Bank, Walgreens, Papa John’s Pizza, Great Clips, Estrella Family Dentistry, Estrella Homes and Land, SW Ambulance, Oasis Bagels and several others that are in various stages of lease negotiation. You’ll find further details about the project on the back cover of this issue!

spring skin and Body Clinic

Kristopher Lindsey Esthetics Studio presents Skin & Body Clinic at Starpointe Residents Club on Sunday, May 2 from 1 to 4 pm. There will be Professional Skin Analysis, Demos, Designer Boutique Handbags, Sunglasses, and more! Call the Studio for Details at 623-977-8086.

Wildlife encounters Program

Learn about unique wildlife and their behaviors at the Wildlife Encounters program, scheduled at noon on May 8. You’ll find it interesting to explore the Lory Parrot Feeding exhibit at the Wild Life World Zoo, located at 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park.

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Preschoolers through 12 year olds can keep physically fit this summer with fun-based fitness classes designed by Personal Trainer and Estrella resident, Dawn Terry. Contact Dawn Terry at [email protected] for registration and information regarding these summer programs.

Itty Bitty Fitness

Designed for preschool-aged children, this class is taught at Estrella Mountain Church Preschool. With the first session currently under-way and new classes rolling out this fall, be sure to register early. Email [email protected] for registration and more information about classes cur-rently forming.

estrella Fitness for Kids

Estrella Fitness for Kids class are one month long, held two times per week and begin June 22 through July 15. This program takes place at the Starpointe Residents Club. Ages 5-8 year olds will enjoy fun-based fitness instruction with an emphasis on game-based activities. Ages 9-12 year olds will be challenged in cardio and endurance while they have fun improving their strength and coordination. The price is just $40 per child (if registered by June 1). After June 1, the price increases to $50 per child.

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mother/son rock’n fun dance

friday, may 76:30 pm to 8:30 pmstarpointe galleries 1-3

hear ye, hear ye!! You are cordially invited to estrella Youth sports mother/son rock’n fun Dance! this memorable event will include dinner provided by papa John’s pizza, DJ, dancing, games, photos, and flowers. this is a wonderful opportunity for mothers to get dressed up and spend an evening with their handsome sons. Dust off those dancing shoes, practice your limbo moves, and join us for this exciting event. cost is $25 a couple and $5 for each additional child. (parental dates can be mothers, grandmothers, aunts, etc.) and tickets are limited to 120 attendees. please rsvp at starpointe or online at www.eyskids.com.

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Papa John’s trivia night

monday, may 106:30 pmgallery 2 & 3

put on that thinking cap, study your “Bathroom reader”, and get your team together for this month’s live trivia night. there are three regular rounds and a speed round. the cost is $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. congratulations to our winning teams, 1st place – team toboka, 2nd place – gardenians, and 3rd place – DJ’s! great Job! please rsvp at starpointe by may 8.

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Yacht club social

friday, may 147 pm to 9 pm Yacht club

we’ll be celebrating cinco De mayo, the celebration of mexican heri-tage at this month’s Yacht club social. Del taco will be serving up tacos, beans, and chips. so bring your sombreros and your favorite beverage (water, coffee and hot chocolate will be provided). for just $2 per person you will enjoy social time with your fellow neighbors, great food, mariachi music, and a piñata for the children. rsvp for this event at starpointe by may 12.

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cocktails & conversation

saturday, may 15starpointe patio6 pm to 8 pm

meet your neighbors and socialize, while taking part in light appe-tizers, from our very own café quench, signature drinks, beer, and wine (water, soda, and coffee will also be available). the cost to join us for this fun filled evening is only $10 per person. Our signa-ture drinks for may are margaritas and tequila sunrise. sign up at starpointe by may 12!

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texas hold ‘em

friday, may 21starpointearrive by 5:45 pm

Don’t miss out on poker at the starpointe! sign up today! Buy-in is $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents, to be paid at the door. please note that those who rsvp at least 48 hours before the start of the tournament and arrive by 5:45 pm will receive a 500 additional chip bonus to their starting stack of 2500. there will be the oppor-tunity for players to have “side games” after falling out of the tourna-ment. players must rsvp to mark at [email protected].

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Opening waterPark bash!

saturday, may 2211 am – 2 pmstarsplash waterpark

ready or not, it’s time to get your swimsuits on and head on down to starpointe. the starsplash waterpark will be opening with a cannon-ball splash on saturday, may 22 from 11 am to 2 pm. we’ll have a DJ, games and great food specials from café quench. please rsvp to starpointe today!

there are a few items that we would like to remind everyone about the waterpark:

• I.D. card is required for access to the club

• Food and coolers are not permitted to be brought into the club

• Appropriate clothing over bathing suits is required in the club

• Lap pool is for lap swimming and scheduled lessons only

• Pool toys are not permitted in the Water Park

• As a preventative measure, two swim diapers must be worn in the waterpark. the outer, reusable swim diapers can be purchased from the club. an inner, disposable swim diaper must also be worn underneath the outer diaper.

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social bingo

thursday, may 276 pmgallery 2 & 3

starpointe will be hosting Bingo night “pot-luck” 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. please rsvp by may 24 at starpointe. BingO!!

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Pirate day at the Yacht club

saturday, June 54 pm until sundown

caption One shoe needs your help on saturday, June 5. Bring your families down to the Yacht club for a fun-filled day of pirate fun. the day will include food, boat races, a treasure hunt, and much more. the cost will be $5 per person (with a cap of $25 per family). this event will start at 4 pm and go until sundown. please sign up for this event at the starpointe. for questions and information, please contact Jeff Beuthin, Yacht club coordinator at 623-386-3411.

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aqua-tots swim school’s swim lessons

conveniently located at the estrella community lap pool, don’t miss out on a variety of class times and levels, ranging from beginner to stroke development. while most classes are geared for children from six-months to 14 years old, aqua-tots also offers private adult les-sons. each 30-minute class will have a maximum of four students, and will run for one month. students may attend twice a week for $99 per month or once a week on saturdays for $59 per month. there is also an annual registration fee. make-up lessons are pro-vided for no additional cost.

little swimmers ages 6-months and up are encouraged to meet our staff and receive a free swim lesson at one of two meet-and-greet days: thursday, may 27, 3 - 6 pm, saturday, may 29, 9 - 11 am.


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community services Office hours:

Mon.–Fri. 8am–5pm, Open Saturdays 8am-3pm. 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–7pm, Sun. 10am–7pm

Yacht club hours

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

community Patrol’s Phone number

602-329-046210pm - 4am (7 days a week)

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 Director: Jenna Zietzke

Recreation Coordinator: Lisa Sowada

Lifestyle Coordinator: Tara Shermerhorn

Yacht Club Coordinator: Jeff Beuthin

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

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Featured Group

estrella Block watch is a program where your neighborhood takes an active role in crime preven-tion and community development. Block watch programs are a great way to get to know your neighbors and the community website has access to all the information and forms to make it easier for you. with participation from you and your neighbors in conjunction with the goodyear police Department, you can help reduce crimes in your neighborhood. we can help you get a Block watch meeting started in your neighborhood and walk you through the process of having your meetings.

if you are interested in starting or being a part of the Block watch program, please stop by the community services Office for more information or contact [email protected].

Join the group on www.lifeinestrella.com! click on the groups tab and select estrella Block watch “Join now”. You will find valuable Block watch information located under the “files” tab.

Why are Resident Cards

so Important?have you ever wondered

why you have to scan your card at starpointe? first, your card identifies you as a resident of estrella. the staff will check to see if your membership is active. next, we track the usage of the club ameni-ties including quench café. we want to know if we have enough staff at any given time to provide you with the best possible service. we can also determine if club hours should be adjusted due to usage.

Our busy waterpark season is here and the lines can get long. if everyone has their cards in hand, the process can be faster to get you on your way to cooling off under the Big Dipper. as always, remember your cards and your sunscreen. we hope to see you soon!

Has your Lease Expired?many of you may not know that your lease

agreement is attached to your estrella member-ship card. most contracts expire after 1 or 2 years. if you have a new lease and need to update your membership card, please stop by the community services Office or email tammy campbell at [email protected]. the community services Office hours are monday through friday from 8 am to 5 pm. starting saturday, may 1, we will be reopening on saturdays from 8 am to 3 pm during the waterpark season. this is to ensure you and your family has no interruption in the use of the amenities here at estrella.

Everything Poolswhile the warm arizona weather is fast

approaching, pool season is right around the cor-ner. Just a friendly reminder from your compliance team:

pool and spa decks must be setback a mini-mum of five (5) feet from the adjacent property line fence or wall to provide an adequate land-scape planting area between the deck and adja-cent fence or wall.

should a pool filter system require backwash-ing, an onsite backwash pit for the proposed pool must be installed. Backwashing onto streets, com-mon tracts or easements is not permitted.

green pools? call maricopa county at 602-506-6616. green pools can breed mosquitoes and can raise other concerns for neighboring proper-ties. if you live next to a property that has a pool that is turning green or is currently green, please contact the maricopa county Offices, or file an online complaint at www.maricopa.gov/envsvc/. if you are not sure if you should report the concern to the county, please contact your community services offices at 623-386-1112 and we will assist you in the process.

Community Services Office Hoursthe community services Office reopens for

the waterpark season. starting on saturday, may 1, the office will be open from 8 am to 3 pm. stop by to see us for all your membership needs.

donate Your leftover garage sale items...if you have any leftover items that you were

unable to sell during april’s community

garage sale, please consider donating items

to starpointe’s Youth center and preschooner

club. we are always looking for gently-

used toys, video games, stuffed animals, and

any other items you think might benefit the

children and teens of estrella. items can be

dropped off in the starpointe lobby. thank

you in advance for your generous donations.

ECA Board Candidatesat this year’s annual meeting, the estrella community association (eca) will be electing two new

resident Board members to sit on the Board of Directors. the term of the incumbents will end this fall. if you are interested in serving on the Board, please complete the application online at www.lifeinestrella.com located in the Document library or stop by the community services Office. application deadline is may 28th. volunteer today!


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after planting a young tree, it must be nurtured to maturity. Often, we think nature will take care of new trees for us, when in fact; trees planted in a residential setting need special attention through the first few years.

During the First YearDuring the first year of growth, leave as many limbs on the tree

for as long as possible, including those growing up and down the trunk. keeping extra limbs provides the maximum amount of leaf surface to manufacture food. this enables the trunk of a young tree to grow stronger more rapidly. some pruning may be required dur-ing the first year. this includes removing dead or broken branches, a competing leader, branches touching the ground or any sprouts (also known as suckers) growing directly out of the base of the trunk. ideally, you should avoid pruning in the first year unless absolutely necessary since trees are best left un-pruned until after their first year of growth.

Second and Third YearDuring the second and third years of growth, trees still require

minimal pruning. they need the maximum amount of leaf surface to produce energy. there are specific things to focus on when pruning a tree during this growth period. make sure large limbs are not rub-bing together or resting on each other as rubbing branches can result in open wounds that may lead to disease. remove only the bottom branches roughly to knee height. You can also start to thin the canopy by taking out a few branches here and there so your tree will be able to better withstand the monsoon winds. remember, it is important to prune cautiously, as it takes years for a tree to develop strong trunk

and branch structure. Over-pruning during the second and third years can stunt growth, so prune cautiously!

You can also remove tree stakes and wires during this growth period. grab the trunk of the tree and give it a good shake. if the ground around the base of the tree does not move, it is safe to remove the stakes.

Beyond the Third YearBeyond the third year of growth, we recommend consulting a

professional arborist to plan a proper pruning schedule. trees that are maintained properly from an early age increase in value over time. find a certified arborist in your area by visiting http://isa-arbor.com/findarborist/verifyarbByloc.aspx.

Watering Young Treesproper watering is another critical component of tree care. Over-

watering your young tree can be detrimental to its health and even kill it by causing root rot. supplying your young tree with the right amount of water depends, in part, on the type of tree. Desert-adapted trees, such as ironwood and palo verde species, need less water than non-native trees, like the evergreen elm and live Oak; nonetheless, all young trees need to be closely monitored. You can check the soil moisture around the base of your tree with a screwdriver. insert it in the soil. if the screwdriver goes in soil easily to a minimum depth of 6 inches, there is enough moisture. if it is difficult to push the screwdriver into the soil, you may need to increase the duration or frequency of watering.

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8:30–9:20am Powerball (Kim Hopkins)

3:30–4:20pm Karate 4–7 (Kevin Bench)

8:30–9:20am Powerball (Kim Hopkins)

8:00-9:00amTotal Body Conditioning(Dawn Terry)

9:00–10:20am Yoga (Linda Jojola)

8:30–9:20amPilates (Carla Walters)

9:30–10:30am Cardio Splash (Kim Hopkins)


9:30–10:20am Yoga (Linda Jojola)



9:30–10:30am Ballet I (Linda Purdy)

4:00 - 4:50pmBelly Dancing (Epheli)

6:00–6:50pm Yoga (Linda Jojola)



5:00–5:50pm Taekwondo, 623-748-8532

10:30–11:15am Pre-Ballet (Linda Purdy)

5:00–5:50pm Taekwondo, 623-748-8532

7:00–7:50pm Pilates (Carla Walters)

4:00-4:50pm Pre-Ballet (Linda Purdy)

6:00–6:50pm Yoga (Linda Jojola)

6:00-6:50pm Ballet I (Linda Purdy)

11:15am–12:15pm Pre-Ballet (Linda Purdy)

6:30–7:20pm Cardio Splash (Kim Hopkins)

5:00-5:50pm Ballet II (Linda Purdy)

7:00-8:00pmZumba

12:15–1:20pm Ballet II (Linda Purdy)

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

6:00-6:50pm Ballet I (Linda Purdy)

6:30–7:20pm Cardio Splash (Kim Hopkins)

7:00–7:50pm Muscle 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, 2pm contact al wolfson

623-328-0118

Beginning Bridge, 6:00pm contact carl Deierling at 623-386-

6641

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games, games,

games 6:30–8pm

alcoholics

anonymous

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

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adult golf clinic, 8am

golf club of estrella 623-386-2600

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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.


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Tara Shermerhorn is just beginning to see the dust settle, as she begins to feel a bit more comfy in her new position as Lifestyle Coordinator for Capital Consultants Management Corporation here in Estrella. With sum-mer just around the corner, she’s anticipating a busy pool season, her first since she joined the team here in Estrella. Tara’s goal for the upcoming summer season is to keep residents busy and out of the heat.

Tara is originally from Ontario, Canada and grew up in her family home with six children and just one bathroom! She chuckles at the system she and her three sisters maintained to keep their childhood home running smoothly. “It was in and out of the shower, and then off to the make-shift vanities in our bedrooms for make-up and hair sessions,” recalls Tara, offer-ing her huge warm smile, which Estrella residents are quickly growing to love. Tara’s graceful stature and friendly smile are excellent assets, enhancing her new position with our community, to make sure the residents are happily entertained with a variety of events to enjoy.

Tara is excited about several of the newest social activities she has brought to the community table. One of those activities is Trivia night, which takes place in the gallery rooms at the Starpointe Residents Club. The inaugural session included six teams who answered three rounds of carefully designed questions in a variety of categories, ranging from his-tory to entertainment and sports. First prize winners walked away with a $40 gift card to Papa Johns Pizza. Without a doubt, there is a huge request to continue Trivia night on a monthly basis. Tara is currently working on bringing B-I-N-G-O back, as a social activity, incorporating a potluck into the prize-driven social activity.

The Lifestyle Coordinator is especially encouraged by the pride that residents of Estrella incorporate into being a part of special events. She has recently been working closely with the Social Committee and is delighted by the sense of “ownership” that residents in this community seem to feel. “They really enjoy being a part of the success of what is going on in the community,” states Shermerhorn. Tara is happy to help residents build a community in which residents and team members of Capital Consultants Management Corporation can be proud. Some of the greatest rewards come when residents request repeats on events or comment positively on their personal experiences as a result of Tara’s activity planning.

Estrella’s Lifestyle Coordinator is no stranger to making people happy. She previously worked for a non-profit organization that worked to give back to charitable foundations, before joining the Estrella team. In her free time, Tara enjoys dining with girlfriends and attending sporting events. Her golf clubs and tennis racket have a permanent place in the back seat of her

car because she intends to eventually master each of the two sports. She stays extremely busy with extended family birthdays and events that she can participate in with her numerous relatives that live in the West Valley.

Before a workout or trip to the Café Quench, stop by and say hello to Tara Shermerhorn in the Community Center. She is here to help the residents of Estrella live the fascinating lifestyle that this exceptional com-munity affords us!

meet Your community lifestyle coordinator – tara shermerhorn

meet your neighbors!

are you interested in being featured in this section of

my hometown estrella? if so, contact our editor, kim alvarado,

at 800-497-1309 x705.

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Kathi Roberts, Agent15655 W Roosevelt St, #101

Goodyear, AZ 85338(623) 877-8700 ph(623) 877-8800 fax

[email protected]

Possibilities Redesign LLCredesigning your home changing your life

Marie RisheillInterior Redesign Specialist623-594-6419redesign@cox.netwww.possibilitiesredesign.com

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cOmmunitY lifestYle: YOur Kitchen

Farmer’s Market Zucchini, Eggplant & Squash – Oh My!The abundance of zucchini and eggplant at the farmer’s markets in May are

key to budget-friendly menu items for every course; including dessert. About a year ago, a friend here in Estrella turned me on to Tonopah Rob’s farmer’s mar-ket. It instantly became my favorite farmer’s market in the Southwest Valley, but it was a bit of a drive to Tonopah. Rob now brings is fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, and more to Goodyear every week. Tonopah Rob sets up under tents at the Ace Hardware store on Estrella Parkway every Sunday from 8 am – 1 pm. If you get on their mailing list, you’ll get an email each week that lists the items that will be available for sale. Check out http://tonopahrob.com

1 medium bell pepper, cut in 1/2 in cubes

1/4 cup margarine

1 medium onion, diced

2 medium zucchini or 4 small yellow squash, cubed

1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes

4 slices bread, toasted and cut in small cubes

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 3/4 cups sugar

2 large eggs

1/2 cup buttermilk

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/4 cup cocoa

2 1/2 cups flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 large eggplant, sliced

3 medium zucchini, sliced (about 5-6 cups or use a combo of yellow squash and green zucchini)

1/2 cup thinly sliced onion

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon sugar

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Parmesan cheese

saute onions and bell pep-per in margarine for 5 min-utes

add squash that has been cubed.

saute 5 minutes, and then add tomatoes. cook 5 more minutes.

add bread cubes and sea-sonings.

spread mixture in 2 quart casserole and sprinkle top with parmesan cheese.

Bake at 350 for 30 to 40 minutes.

1/2 teaspoon pepper

5 sprigs fresh rosemary

place sliced eggplant, zuc-chini and onions in a large bowl.

add all remaining ingredi-ents and toss to coat well. pour into a baking dish or foil pan and bake at 450°f for about 25-30 minutes or until desired tenderness. Or place foil pan on grill and grill for approximately 20-25 minutes or until desired tenderness.

2 cups zucchini, grated

3/4 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup walnuts

Beat butter until creamy, then add oil and sugar; mix well.

add next 8 ingredients; mix well.

fold in the chips and nuts by hand.

put in a greased and floured 9 x 13 pan.

Bake at 325° for 1 hour or until done.

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• Irrigation repair & installation

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• Newborns to 3 years old

• Full time/part-time care available

• Established reputation in Estrella

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Capturing the memories that last a lifetime

1 eggplant, washed and sliced into 8 1/2 inch slices

2 cups Italian cheese blend

1 egg

1/2 cup milk

1 1/2 cups seasoned bread-crumbs

Salt & Pepper to taste

1 cup olive oil

2 cups marinara sauce

½ tsp Salt

preheat oven to 350 degrees.

mix egg and milk together in bowl

heat olive oil in med or large skillet.

Dip eggplant slices into egg/milk mixture, then into bread-crumbs.

place slices into olive oil in frying pan. this may be done in batches. Do not crowd.

saute eggplant on each side, until each side is gold-en brown and crisp.

remove eggplant from skillet, and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce on bottom of 9x13 pan.

place eggplant in pan, atop the marinara.

pour the remaining mari-nara sauce over eggplant.

sprinkle italian cheese blend over marinara sauce.

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted.

serve with pasta, if desired.

eggplant ParmesanSERVES 4-6

summer squash casserole SERVES 6

roasted rosemary Zucchini and eggplant

SERVES 6 -8

Zucchini chocolate cake SERVES 18


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Raina King(602) 315-0975 [email protected]

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First-time clients receive $75 cut and color Or 50% off any haircut service

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air cOnDitiOnerairnow cooling & heating

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!

beauti control spa escapesSpecializing in spa treatments, personalized skin care and advanced-age defying products. Complementary ses-sions in the comfort of your own home. Kristie Carlson-Wolfe, Independent Spa Consultant 623-330-8011 or [email protected].

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.

grace’s day care servicesGRACE’S responsible and loving home care for infants. Full-time/part-time. Well established reputation in Estrella Mountain Ranch. Newborns to 3 years old. 623-693-3343.

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!

Diningakai hana -

authentic Japanese cuisineSpecializing in Sushi, with happy hours everyday. Dis-cover authentic and creative Japanese cuisine. Visit our newest location in Goodyear. 623-935-3942 or www.sushiakaihana.com.

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handyman Xtreme: estrella’s home repair specialists

All household repairs with free estimates and referral rewards. Call 602-773-1973 or email [email protected] for jobs done right.

mike’s irrigation and handyman servicesProfessional Irrigation Repairs, Installation, and Outdoor Lighting. $25.00 (hourly rate). (5) Year War-ranty on Commercial Grade Material. 623-340-4782 or email: [email protected].

hOme services goodyear homewatch

We watch your home while you’re away. Contact us for a customized list of services. Debbie Hudson. 877-318-5351. [email protected].

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Kathi roberts agencyAuto, Home, Business and Life - All Your Protection Under One Roof. Estrella Professional Center, 15565 W Roosevelt St, #101, Goodyear, AZ 85338 Office: 623-877-8700 Fax: 623-877-8800 or [email protected] Multi-line discounts available on both home and auto *** Hablamos Espanol***

lanDscape servicesgemstone landscape l.l.c.

EMR resident creating extended living areas for all to enjoy. Renovations, design, new installations. Need service? We can be there in hours not days. LIcensed, Bonded, Insured. Call Wayne 623-695-5338 or [email protected].

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].

arizona success landscapeNew landscape service is licensed, bonded and insured offering weekly, monthly or one-time landscaping services, new design, irrigation installation, concrete and paver construction and more. Call Hector Lopez at 623-824-4117 or email [email protected].

legal servicesdivOrce, custOdY

All areas of Family Law. Law Offices of Laura Gillis. EMR Resident. Low, flat rates for EMR residents, free confidential consultations. Call 602-277-4736 (day), 623-455-8108 (nights/weekends).

music lessOns estrella rOcKs!!!

By Pro Guitarist Bob Adair. Lessons on electric and acoustic guitar. Call 623-703-8693..

persOnal chefYour Place gourmet

Personal chef serviceEnjoy healthy, delicious meals at home without all the time-consuming planning, shopping, cooking, and clean-up. What’s your time worth? Save time and money with a personal chef! Call 602-495-8000 www.yourplacegourmet.com.

petssue’s Pampered Pet sitting

Sue’s Pampered Pet Sitting provides quality in-your-home pet care while traveling, vacation or last minute plans. Visit www.suespamperedpetsitting.com for rates and services or call 623-414-0887.

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].

sound advice financial PlanningI help business owners, professionals, retirees & widows create a steady stream of tax advantaged income they will not outlive. 7 year EMR resident. David Lesnick, CFP 623-412-9602, [email protected].

gift wrapping servicethat’s a wrap

Professional gift wrapping and custom gift baskets. All occasions: Birthdays, weddings, Christmas. EMR resident. Call LaVonne Diemer 602-373-9922 or email [email protected].

gOlfgolf club of estrella

11800 S. Golf Club Dr. | Goodyear | AZ | 85338 | 623-386-2600 www.estrellagolf.com Managed by Troon Golf®, the leader in upscale golf course management.

healthhealthy life family medicine

John Monroe, M.D., Board Certified in Family Medicine. Address: 750 N. Estrella Parkway, Suite 60 Goodyear, AZ 85338. Phone: 623-889-3477.

hOme DecOr & Designbetti’s custom sewing

Betti’s Custom Sewing at ready made prices. Experi-enced Seamstress, Betti Guenther 623-242-7877 for all of your indoor, outdoor and decorative sewing needs. No job is too small.

refresh the look of your home with redesign.Possibilities Redesign LLC, Marie Risheill, Interior Redesign Specialist, 623-594-6419, [email protected] Also offering Color Consultations, Real Estate Staging, Holiday Decorating.

hOme imprOvementelite shutters & blinds

Your one-stop shop for all your home improvement needs. 5251 N. Robson Blvd. Suite #3, Eloy AZ 85231. Call 480-203-8425 or visit www.eliteshuttersandblinds.com.

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].

phOtOgraphYany moment Photography

Any moment that makes your heart leap deserves to be treasured. Specializing in natural settings right here in EMR! Candids, portraits, special occasions...any moment! Call 623-326-5603 or visit www.anymomentphotography.com

cats candids, for all your photographic needsCapturing the moments that last a lifetime. 10% off when you mention this ad! Call Catherine at 623-203-4537 and visit www.catscandids.com.

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.

XPress POOl serviceQuality, Affordable Service and Repairs. Monthly Service, Equipment Repairs/Sales, Acid Wash, Drain and Refill, Vacation Coverage. Visa/MasterCard. 15 Year Estrella Resident. Patrick Pace 623-853-6859

real estatestacia meeker & gilbert Jaramillo

RE/MAX Preferred Choice 623-693-0214, www.wesellazhomes.com.

full service real estate company Savage-Walker & Associates, for all your real estate needs! Do you need to buy, sell, rent? Need property management? Call Jennifer at 623-695-0383 email: [email protected]

shOppinggirlfriends designer boutique

in Historic Catlin Court, features a co-op of eleven women, eleven stores in one. Christian merchandise, unique cloth-ing, handmade and homeade items too. 7163 N.58th Dr., Glendale. 623-225-1298

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].


Hand Crafting at HomeBY stephanie garrisOn

cOmmunitY lifestYle: hOuse & hOme

With the economy shifting and certain stores closing, many shopping and entertainment habits are changing, and a trend of home-grown

(literally) creativity is on the rise. The top ten crafts - in order of most sales on down- are scrapbooking/memory crafts; home décor painting, acces-sorizing and finishing; woodworking; cake decorating; art and drawing; jewelry making; floral arranging; card making; quilting and finally, crochet-ing. Crafting takes place in over 51% of U.S. households, which means one in every two families has somebody crafty amongst them.

The Craft & Hobby Association of America encourages consumers to consider home crafting and lists numerous emotional, physical and other inherent benefits. They’ve observantly tapped into the desires that many families have these days – the need to relax, initiate a healthier lifestyle, fos-ter a sense of accomplishment, spend quality time with others and use their money more effectively.

Personally, I have been a crafter since childhood, starting (like most people do) as a crayon-scribbling toddler. While still a youngster I moved into sewing, then as a teen added on scrapbooking and mixed media pursuits before focusing on family and career for the next decade. A few years ago, I got back into crafting in a big way when I became pregnant with my daugh-ter. Pulling out my old sewing machines and craft tools, I sewed a canopy that hung over her crib, created elegant mixed-media artwork to grace the walls, and relied on my expanding crafting skills to design a chic custom nursery. Now that she’s a bigger girl, my daughter’s room is constantly evolv-ing as a lab for my latest creative experiments. Already she is involved with my art projects, sitting by my side while I work, just as I did at her age with my own mother long ago.

There are many ways that you can easily invite more creativity into your family’s lifestyle. Consider crafting as a way to make thoughtful presents for friends and family; hobbyists do this to save money and give useful gifts that come straight from the heart. More and more, I’m seeing an arts and crafts component at children’s birthday and holiday parties. Whether it’s painting, cupcake decorating or playing with foam shapes, parents are offering this up as a fun element to the festivities that allows each guest to take part at their own pace. Crafting is also a fabulous way to supplement a wardrobe and enhance your personal style – many bags, hats and jewelry pieces are easier to make than you would think.

Some beginners avoid starting a new hobby because they worry about outlaying a ton of cash, only to quickly lose interest. There are ways to avoid this pitfall. First, recognize that frustration, which usually leads to abandonment, often comes from not understanding or getting enough practice to learn basic techniques. When considering a new hobby, research it online. Some require few tools (you can start to crochet with only one needle and one skein of yarn), while other pastimes, like painting, require more supplies. Many material manufacturers have excellent web resources on how to use their wares – everything from yarns to paints to beads and beyond. Watch tutorials, read project patterns, and take out a few books from the library before you invest a dime. There’s a lot you can learn for free, including which crafts best suit your temperament. Then take a few classes, whether at your local recreation center, college or a retail store; this is a low-commitment way to test the waters. Finally, consider teaming up with a family member or a friend; nothing makes learning more fun or more likely to be successful than having someone else to share the experience with you.

There is a huge opportunity to be had by allowing creativity into your life in a more meaningful way. When I let my creativity express itself after years of being in stasis, great things started to happen. I met new friends that, because we shared the same inclinations, seemed like long-lost bud-dies, learned new techniques, fashioned a better environment for my fam-ily, and became truer to myself than had been possible for years. It’s also allowed me flexibility in my career, which has been another unexpected bonus. So take the time to explore your own untapped artistic potential; it may be the beginning of a better, more enriching phase of your life.

there is a huge opportunity to be had by allowing

creativity into your life in a more meaningful way. when

i let my creativity express itself after years of being in

stasis, great things started to happen.

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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

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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

Preschool Office Hours: Tues. –Thurs. 9:00 – 1:00 p.m. Preschool 623-476-5578 Website: www.empreschool.com

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

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Saturday Worship at 5:30 p.m. Sunday Worship at 9:00 &10:45 a.m.

Children’s programs provided for Sunday services.

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business spotlight

It appears that April showers have brought much more than just May flowers to our yards and common areas this spring. We’ve got weeds and lots of them! Barbara Gile, Owner of West Side Weed Control, is available to help. The West Side Weed Control Owner has an excellent reputation of keep-ing her customers informed. She takes great pride in her business’ success which is due in part to the informative follow-up procedures that she assigns each customer after weeding treatments. Most important are the follow-up watering steps that should be taken to eliminate the need for retreat-ment for one full year.

Barbara describes the process of dissolving our continual weed infestation, as follows: “West Side Weed Control is a company that specializes in weed control. With all of the recent rains in Arizona and the warm weather coming on, all of the weeds are opening and growing. West Side Weed Control recommends a pre-emergent application. This application is a liquid chemical that is applied with a pressure sprayer. Once the application is performed and the product is “watered in” the effect is a vapor barrier below the surface of the ground that prevents weed seeds from opening. This application has a warranty from the chemical manufacture

for 4 to 6 months, but generally lasts up to a year for 1/3 of an acre lot homes.”

West Side Weed Control would like to stop that back-breaking weekend weed patrol at your house. This application will prevent crops of weeds from growing in your yard and, by having an application at least once each year, will end the anxiety of weed crops at your home. Additionally, West Side Weed Control will perform a post-application that will kill green weeds that have come to the surface. This application will kill green weeds down to the root. Both applications will ensure that your yard is in shape for the weed season and beyond.

In Arizona, the cycle of weeds changes from season to season. The weeds that are currently growing will change with the seasons and continue

to grow without treatment. Because we do not have temperatures below freezing here in Arizona, we do not see the effect of weeds dying as they do in the upper states.

West Side Weed Control is a company based in the West Valley and has served these West Valley communities for several years. In addition to hom-eowners, they take care of commercial, municipal, and state properties. Give them a call today to schedule your treatment in Estrella at 602-743-8506.

west side weed control

Kitchell Development and Newland Communities are pleased to announce

that Safeway will anchor Mountain Ranch Marketplace at Estrella in a newly

constructed 49,343-square-foot building. Safeway plans to open its doors for

business this fall.

Located at the main entrance of Estrella, the 22-acre shopping center will

be the development’s first retail center. It will provide 165,000 square feet of

grocery, drug and retail space at full build out. The first phase will contain

approximately 109,000 square feet.

The Mountain Ranch Marketplace shopping center is a joint venture

between Kitchell Development and Newland Communities. In addition

to Safeway, a number of other retailers are locating in Mountain Ranch

Marketplace, including Mini-Skool, Chase Bank, Walgreens, Papa John’s

Pizza, Great Clips, Estrella Family Dentistry, Estrella Homes and Land, SW

Ambulance, Oasis Bagels and several others that are in various stages of lease

negotiation.

The shopping center is among Arizona’s first grocery/drugstore-anchored

neighborhood shopping centers that is being LEED certified (Leadership in

Energy and Environmental Design), according to Rob Schramm, design and

construction manager for Kitchell. Among the many sustainable elements

incorporated into the design are high-efficiency HVAC units; low-flow water

fixtures and low-water-use landscaping; paints and adhesives with low levels

of volatile organic compounds (VOCs); stormwater quality control; highly

reflective roofing materials to reduce the urban-heat-island effect; and light-

pollution-reduction measures. In addition, the project incorporates wood

certified by the Forest Stewardship Council as coming from well-managed

forests. Eighty-seven percent of the construction debris was recycled.

“Newland has aggressively pursued commercial opportunities over the

past few years, and we are confident that Mountain Ranch Marketplace

will bring outstanding new retail amenities to the community of Estrella,”

said Greg Bielli, president of Newland Communities’ western region. “The

Kitchell/Newland venture is delivering on our commitment to provide needed

retail services to our residents and we look forward to the grand opening of

Safeway.”

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

Safeway to Anchor Mountain Ranch Marketplace at EstrellaTM

*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.

**Joseph Carl Homes is the sponsor of the Environments for Living® Certified Green program 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 this program. Contact Joseph Carl Homes 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

All new CantaMia homes are green! Well not in color, but in design and

energy efficiency. The community is an Environments for Living® Certified

Green community, as well as an APS Energy Star with Solar Community. In

fact, each home comes equipped with an Echo™ solar

system. Echo™ is a complete solar solution that not

only generates electricity, but also provides hot water

and helps you heat and cool your home.

CantaMia, Estrella’s new active adult community,

plans for more than 1,700 homes. It embraces a

sustainable development philosophy with particular

attention to the energy efficiency of the homes. “Not

only do our homes come with a limited guarantee of

heating and cooling use, our homes are beautiful and

comfortable. It’s the perfect package. Doing something

good for the environment and our homeowners at the same time,” said Carl

Mulac, CEO of Joseph Carl Homes.

Applying the principles of building science, the Environments for Living®

Certified Green program regards a home as a “system of systems” that work

together. The process begins with a pre-construction review of the builder’s

plans, looking at such things as framing techniques and insulation systems

to ductwork and combustion safety issues, plus indoor water efficiency,

appliance efficiency and indoor environmental quality

– resulting in homes that are both budget friendly and

environmentally friendly.

“We believe that today’s consumers will find the

benefits of these homes very appealing and they will

appreciate that we are going the extra mile in terms of

energy efficiency and environmental responsibility,”

said Mulac.

CantaMia offers 14 beautiful model homes, priced

from the $140s. The sales center, located at 17700

West Star Point Dr., is open daily from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

CantaMia is located at the southern end of Estrella Parkway – look for the

palm tree lined entry. Please call (623) 474-6960 or visit www.cantamia.com for

more information.**

CantaMia: Certified Green in the Arizona Desert

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My Hometown Estrella - May 2010