Summerset Vista
Club News & Updates
Bowling League
Summerset Senior League completed winter league play on April 27, 2012. The overall league winner is determined at the conclusion of winter league play. If necessary, a roll-off between the first half season winner and the second half season winner will take place on May 4. Awards and prize funds will be presented at Harvest Park Bowl on May 4. Summerset III bowlers who improved their averages two points or more during the season were: Mary Ann Garcia from 111 122, Roberta Bodine from 152 to 162, Harold Mead from 167 to 177, and Tony Miguel from 145 to 151. Season high scratch scores go to Roberta Bodine with a 235, Lillian Ueda with a 200, Harold Mead with a 251, Fred Critchfield with a 237, and Tony Miguel with a 214. Congratulations to all Summerset III bowlers who participated in the Summerset Senior League. Fall league will resume in September, 2012.
Singles Club
The Summerset Singles Club is for all Summerset residents on their own. We meet on the FIRST Wednesday of each month at the Summerset III Clubhouse. Please join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, May 2 at Summerset III Clubhouse at 7:00pm, with complimentary wine, soda, cheese and crackers.
The 12TH ANNUAL TALENT SHOW on April 14 was terrific! We want to thank all the performers who volunteered their wonderful talents to make our show so successful. Also thanks to all our members who helped with setting up and serving the refreshments.
Upcoming Meals: Our regular monthly meals with separate checks for May are:
• LUNCHEON: SECOND WEDNESDAY (May 9): will be at Uno Chicago Grill on Lone Tree at 12:45pm. Contact Charlotte Hart for directions or if you need a ride (308-4905).
• BREAKFAST: THIRD TUESDAY (May 15): is at MJ’s Downtown Café at 655 First Street downtown Brentwood at 8:45am. If you need a ride and/or directions, call Wanda Ferrell at 634-2952.
• DINNER: FOURTH THURSDAY (May 24): is at Mimi’s on Lone Tree at 5pm. Call Ginny Fahimi at 516-1375 for directions and/or to arrange a ride. Hope to see you at our future meetings and events! If you have questions about the Summerset Singles Club, please call Ginny Fahimi at 516-1375.
Men’s 9-Hole Golf
Spring schedule is now in effect for the Rough Riders, which means we have moved our starting time to 9am. This allows us to take advantage of the better weather in the mornings for golf and the longer afternoons for our “honey do” lists.
Like hibernating bears, many of our players are shaking off the winter cobwebs and rejoining the group for spring golf. We find the course at it finest this time of the year.
Tuesday, May 22nd marks our annual trip to Rio Vista for nine holes of golf. This road trip is always a major event, and one which we have enjoyed for the last five years.
We will also be making plans for a local trip to Discovery Bay to play 18 holes. If any of this is of interest and you would like to join us, give me a call at 240-6943 or email me at gshultz333@gmail.com and I’ll get you started.
Cribbage Club
Interested in playing cribbage? We meet every Wednesday and Thursday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. in the SSIII Clubhouse. It is open to anyone in the four Summerset communities.
Veterans Club
I hope everyone survived the Easter Bunny’s visit, because now it’s time to get ready for our big BBQ and fundraiser that supports our Boxes for the Troops Program! The BBQ will be held on June 16th at 1pm at Summerset III. The price is $20 per person. See the ad in this newsletter.
During our last meeting the universal question of ‘How do we keep our club going so we can continue to do the work we started?’ came up. Several suggestions were made, and we’ve decided to start with some incentives to get more members to attend. You can take advantage of our first incentive at the May meeting when we have a drawing for a free ticket to our BBQ ($20 value). Everyone attending the May meeting is eligible. If you bring a new member to the meeting, you’ll be given an additional ticket for the drawing and the new member will also be given a chance to win. All the members who attended our April Meeting want to keep our club going, so we hope this works. If any members have any other ideas, please feel free to call Jim at 240-9397 or Len at 561-2831 with your ideas.
To date, we have sent 1,325 boxes overseas to our troops, with more boxes to be shipped out this month. We need your support to keep them going. Our troops need the support. If anyone has sons, daughters, etc. in Afghanistan, please let me know and we’ll send them a box. Remember our troops are still in harm’s way so let’s support them.
Thanks for all your support.
Len Bregman
Summerset Singers
The Summerset Singers summer concerts are scheduled at Summerset Vista on the evenings of June 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. The chorus will perform a matinee at the new downtown Civic Center Community Auditorium on June 24 at 2:30 p.m.
Concert admission will be $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. These concerts are primary fundraisers and support chorus expenses and activities each year.
Concert flyers have been included in this newsletter and include a reservation slip you can clip, fill out and return to your Activity Director with a check made out to “Summerset Singers.” Reserve your seats early to avoid missing these thrilling choral performances.
Singers are still scheduled to sing at the Grand Opening of Brentwood’s New downtown Civic Center Plaza. That free event will occur at 11 a.m. on May 19 and will include several songs specially selected for the occasion.
If there are questions about June concert reservations, Call Michael Ann Honea at 516-9541.
Ray Carter – Summerset Singers Newsletter Editor
Pool Club
The winners of the April 17th Pool Tournament were Al Peronetto in first place, Joe Floriolli in second place, and Jim McNary in third place.
The next Pool Tournament will be on Tuesday, May 15th, at 1:00pm, in the Summerset III Pool Room. The sign-up sheet will be posted one week prior to the tournament.
For information or questions, please contact Summerset III Pool Coordinators, Jim Pinterich (240-6421) or Jim McNary (240- 9293).
Bunco
April’s Bunco night was full of giggles and squeals with one table after another having several Buncos and/or Baby Buncos in a row. Such great fun!
First prize ($40) went to Marcella Mortara for the most Buncos; second prize ($30) to Billie Buzzini for 15 incredible wins; Miriam Armstrong took home $20 for the most Baby Buncos (count ‘em… 10); and Diane Cruz broke Wanda and Miriam’s 17 loss record with 18 losses. Congratulations to all!
Our next Bunco night will be Thursday, May 10th at 7:00pm. Lucy and I always look forward to seeing you, and we encourage you to bring your buddies. If you have any questions, I’m at 513- 1305 (suziehaas@sbcglobal.net); Lucy at 240-7785 lucyheymann@ aol.com).
Card Bingo
Come join us the 4th Wednesday of the month. Each game is 25 cents. We share treats at 8pm; these are furnished by the players. Card Bingo furnishes coffee and drinks.
If you have any question, contact Jim and Dori McNary; 240- 9293. We always encourage help!
We hope to see you on Wednesday, May 23 at 7pm for this month’s Card Bingo Night!
Summerset Vista Bridge Club
All Summerset residents are invited to come and play bridge every Tuesday at Summerset III Clubhouse at 7 pm. The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays are Duplicate Bridge nights. The 2nd Tuesday is Grand Slam night. You will stay with the same partner for the entire evening. Remember to bring your 35 cents to put into the kitty. The last Tuesday of the month is Party Bridge Night. Bring a snack to share, coffee will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you each and every Tuesday!
Computer Club
We use computers, video projection, and live Internet access to present information on computers, software, the Internet, and new developments in computer-based electronics. Presentations range from tutorials to the more general introduction of new software and equipment showing how and why they can be useful. We encourage active participation and suggestions for future programs. Participants often bring problems from home for discussion.
We meet the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month at 7 PM in the Craft room of SSII Rec Center. Residents of all the Summersets are welcome.
May 10th Ardel will talk about Browsers. There are more then 5. What do you use to get on the internet?
May 24th Jim Bush will talk about An Introduction to Macintosh Computers.
We do consulting for computer problems. Those receiving significant help are asked to make a donation to the Friends of the Brentwood Library.
Address questions/requests to: Ardel Bert 513-8572 avb1671@comcast.net or Ron Fugazzi 513-2928 rlfttwo@comcast.net
Chi Ball
*Please note—all classes will return to the regular schedule: Tuesday and Thursdays at 10am, Saturdays at 10:15am.
Participants are raving about decreased blood pressure and increased mobility!! Increase flexibility and improve the flow of energy throughout your body while increasing strength and muscle tone.
It targets the whole being; the physical, emotional and the spiritual, as participants hear and absorb the positive, oldies inspired, rhythmic, and beautiful music. Focusing, balancing and concentration abilities are heightened and range of motion is increased as movements mimic the movements of some of our general daily activities such as reaching the top shelf.
The program welcomes all levels of participants. Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday at 10a.m. and Saturday at 10:15a.m. Visit the Activities Office to purchase your 10 class card for
$35. Make checks payable to Cheryl Ortiz. Don’t miss out on the fun!!!
Tai Chi
Sign up for your “medicine in motion” at the Clubhouse today so you can have a better tomorrow.
Age related health conditions improve, such as:
-Stabilizes bone density
-Lowers blood pressure, cholesterol and stress
-Improve quality of life
-Improve balance & coordination
-Increase range of motion and mobility
-Boost the immune system
-Increase breathing capacity
-Fibromyalgia
-Sleep Disorder
Tai Chi is easy and classes at Summerset will provide you with…
-Individual attention for beginners
-You’re made to feel comfortable while learning - you won’t feel embarrassed or awkward
-Immediate health benefits
-Energy to start your day
-Helps to improve your golf and tennis game
Stretch & Tone
Firm, tone, strengthen, increase flexibility, reduce stress, improve memory, learn to breathe and relax performing simple stretching movements with a foundation in dance, yoga and Pilates. Classes are slow-paced and you’ll be encouraged to work within your own range of motion.
Classes are $32 for an 8-class card. Cards do not expire until you complete your 8 classes. Purchase your punch card from the instuctor at the beginning of class. Make checks payable to Cheryl Ortiz.
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Watercolor
During the month of May, free drop-in watercolor painting classes will be held on Fridays from 12:30pm to 3:30pm in the Craft Room. Bring your own subject matter and we’ll have a critique at the end of class.
Sue Clanton will be available to give individual instruction on May 18th if you wish. There is a $10 fee for Sue’s instruction.
BG's Ladies Golf
Come join us for 9 holes on Diablo about 11 o'clock each Thursday. If you would like to know more about us or join our group, please call Patty Johnson at 513-235, Kate Buchanan at 240 -0669, or Geri Peterson at 240- 0177.
Women's Golf
The on and off of rain the last few weeks has greened up the course but has not done much for some of us getting out and hitting the ball. I know there are hearty souls out there playing. The October invitational plans, sign ups and volunteer lists are going strong.
If you have not signed up to play or help, please don’t wait as there is enough agenda for everyone. Contact Marilyn Butterfield.
We are still in the process of our eclectic through May. Hope everyone is playing well.
Our Captains Cup is coming up on May 10th, 15th and 17th. Good luck to all of you. Remember, there will be several flights, everyone has a chance to win in their flight. You may sign up in the pro shop. Thanks.
Our club meets on Thursdays at 9am. If you are interested in joining our group, please contact Pat Stahl at (925)513-6588.
Get well wishes go out to Gail Jacobs but I hear she is really on the mend and will be back playing very soon.
Just a note: Elkhorn Golf Course in Stockton is open under new management. We had a great day out there with our Club 19 last week. They have several ladies tournaments over the next few months open to all lady golfers. I know many of you really enjoyed playing there before it closed and it’s also nice to support other women’s golf programs locally.
Happy Golfing!
Nine Tee's Women's Golf
Ladies! If you have wanted to join a golf group that loves the game of golf, now is the time to check out the Nine Tees. We meet on Mondays at 7am from June through September and 12pm October through May and play 9 holes on Diablo course. A maximum GHIN index of 36 allowed, which is in the range of 74 on Diablo course.
The Nine tees are truly a fun group that just wanted to play golf and meet new, fun ladies. If you are a new golfer or a returning golfer who wants to dust off the clubs and get back out there, now is the time.
If you are interested or want more information, please call Dixie Lee Mattos at 240-8802 or Debbie Kelley at 516-2445.
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics will begin Monday, June 11th at the Summerset III Pool! Linda Blum will be the instructor once again! Classes will continue on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am to 11am.
The cost is $35 for a 10-class punch card or $5 drop-in fee. Purchase your cards from Linda on June 11th. Cards will be available on any following class day.
Hope to see you there!
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Chair Fitness
This class has been meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:15am, however, in May, classes will be put on hold.
On June 11th Chair Fitness will resume at a new time: 9:00am to 9:50am.
The cost will stay the same; $35 for a 10-class punch card or for a $5 drop-in fee. If you finish your card and there are less than 10 classes remaining to carry you through May, Linda will honor the $3.50 per class price without having to purchase a new card.
Hope to see you there!
RV Club
The June rally wagon master is Dave Stoeffler. Contact him if you’re interested in the June rally.
We have five great rallies remaining for the season; see the Rally Schedule below and contact the Wagon Master if you’re interested.
May 7th through 11th: $47.20 per night. Location: Pelican Point RV, Half Moon Bay. Wagon Master: Barber.
June 4th through 8th: $35 per night. Location: 49er Village RV Park, Plymouth. Wagon Master: Stoeffler.
July: No Rally.
August 20th through 24th: $47.70 per night. Location: Smithwoods, Felton. Wagon Master: Cassacia.
September 24th through 28th: $30.50 per night. Location: Pioneer RV Park, Quincy. Wagon Master: Kelley.
October 8th through 12th: $43.20 per night. Location: Marina Dunes, Marina. Wagon Master: Guerrero.
Bocce Club
Our 10th Annual Lasagna Dinner was a big success. Once again Vi Smith along with her team of wonderful volunteers, put together a great evening of food and entertainment. Local restaurateur, Melo’s, returned this year to provide us with their wonderful original Lasagna. Mello’s is a community favorite for pizza and pasta and we thank them for their help. Kudos to Leo Loranger for his MC skills! Your jokes and light-hearted banter were enjoyed by all!
The entertainment provided by two marvelous groups of four, from Liberty High School and were a very special treat. A big thank you to their instructor for all her efforts in providing these singers during their spring break.
We spotted George Mackanic and Leo McGoff prepping the courts for our season opener and we were able to begin play, as planned, on April 14th! The Bocce Season is in full swing!
A new registration sheet is now in use court side. We request you sign in on arrival to provide our starter marshal an opportunity to fairly assign teams.
To all our new players, we welcome you and remind you that you do not have to even know how to play the game. Lots of our members will be delighted to assist you in the rules of the game. Rules are also posted on the patio.
Looking forward to a great season and seeing you on the courts!
Tennis Club
Teaching Pro, Scott Clemens, will be at Summerset I on Wednesdays at 9am to help all of us with our game. The price for the clinic is $16 and it is 90 minutes of drills and strategy. To contact Scott call (925)303-8907 or email him at scottdhtennis@ comcast.net.
On April 27th our club was hosted by Trilogy Rio Vista. It was a great social event and everyone had fun. We are looking forward to our regular tournament with Trilogy Rio Vista on June 8th at Summerset..
There are currently 45 members in the Tennis Club and new rosters will be out shortly.
Round Robin drop in tennis will start at 8am beginning May 1, 2012. Meeting days and locations are as follows: Mondays at Summerset IV, Wednesdays at Summerset III, and Saturdays at Summerset I. Tuesday ladies novice is at Summerset II.
For membership Information, contact Membership/Secretary - Gloria Sullivan at 513-8731 or any of the tennis board officers. President - Woody Oehlert 240- 6717, Treasurer - Anna Young 513-3077, Tennis and Social Activities - Kathy Holland 516-7828 or Publicity - Ann Kennealy 705- 8291.
Social Club
Spring has sprung, the days are longer and it’s time to have fun again!
Our next event coming up is the Wine and Chocolate tasting on May 17th at 5:30pm. The cost is only $5 and you’ll be tasting some fine wines from Sonoma's Little Winery and also wine from Livermore Valley's Fenestra Winery. Chocolate is from Sonoma and also from a gal here in Brentwood.
This is also our annual members’ meeting (all residents are members of the Social Club) where you can meet the nominated candidates running for office for the Social Club. It is not too late to throw your hat into the ring if you feel you would like to join in the fun. Nominations can be made from the floor. I hope to see you there.
Lucy Heymann
Line Dancing
Join us every Friday for a morning of fun and dance. From 9:30am to 10am there will be a new class for beginners. Then from 10am to 11am we have our regular class. Everyone is invited!
“Listen to your heartbeat and dance!”
Summerset Kare Bears
Once again, we want to thank all who participated in our Kare Bear Fashion Show/Luncheon: Our paying guests who insure a sell-out every year, our models, our servers, all of the local donors, and especially our Kare Bears who worked so diligently to bring you this most popular event of the year. Because of all of you, it was another roaring success!!
For our next event, we have invited our local historian, Cathy Leighton, to come and tell us all about our adopted City of Brentwood and the nearby smaller communities. This event will take place on Wednesday, May 23 at 1:30pm in the Clubhouse. Won’t you please join us? We promise you a fun-filled and informative afternoon. Coffee and refreshments will be served by our famous award-winning Kare Bear bakers. (Please see the flyer included in this newsletter.) If anyone who would like to attend needs a ride, please call Barbara Crandell at 240-0417.
Medical Alert—When was the last time you updated your Vial of Life? It’s imperative that you keep your medications up-to-date! There was an incident recently where the paramedics came to a home and actually looked for the vials, but the information had not been updated. That is so important!! It could be life changing!!
If you have any questions about Kare Bears, please call Claire Floriolli at 240-7646.
Drawing Class
This class focuses on the use of graphite, colored pencils, and chalk pastels. Subject matter is the student’s personal choice. Possibilities range from landscapes to still life arrangements, portraits, or even animal portraits. All work is referenced from personal photographs, or photographs can be provided.
We’ll create dynamic images with the use of strong, well sculpted shading, and enhance with detail and color. Each student is encouraged to develop their own style.
Beginners are very welcome to attend! $15 for students. Nonstudents may also use the room during class hours for no fee. Classes held Tuesdays at 12:30pm. Contact Jennifer at 516-7397 if you’re interested in participating.
Book Club
The book for this month is 1,000 White Women by Jim Fergus.
We will be voting for four new books, so please bring a book that you would like to nominate.
Our club is full now, but if you are interested please call and we can put you on the waiting list. Please contact Marietta Fogelstrom at 513-8358 or Shirley Beck at 513-7803.
Happy Reading!
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