Marilu Trainor Sean Benedict, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service (NWS) Phoenix office, shares information about the upcoming 2021 Monsoon season in Arizona. Q: Tell us about the upcoming monsoon season in Arizona? The North American Monsoon System (NAMS), which includes Arizona, is based on a calendar system. NAMS runs from June 15 through Sept.…
Clubs & Classes, July 2021
The Color Wheel and Color Mixing
Deborah Dougless With Nancy Friedman and Nils Johnson using all liquid paints, especially for our Sonoran Desert Plants, two small groups that were socially distanced met on May 12 and were introduced to the color wheel. Participants learned about the primary, secondary, and tertiary relationships between colors. They also learned about hue—adding white to lighten a color; shade—adding…
Clubs & Classes, July 2021
New for the Fine Arts Guild: Watercolor Spotlight Thursdays
Nancy Friedman, Co-Education Director On March 18, the Fine Arts Guild started Watercolor Spotlight Thursdays during which members with watercolor supplies met to paint selected subjects with Don Helmstetter as their mentor. On the first trial day, the room was filled to our 10-person COVID-limited capacity. Those participating the first Thursday were Doreen Beers, Susan Halley, Margie Calhoun,…
Features, July 2021
Respiratory Wellness With Essential Oils
JoAnne Gaudioso Numerous studies show that certain essential oils may ease respiratory symptoms from allergies, pollution, a cough, or a cold by soothing the throat, fighting bacteria, acting as a decongestant, increasing expectoration, and soothing inflamed mucus membranes. Essential oils such as eucalyptus, rosemary, and peppermint are historically known to help clear and strengthen the respiratory…
Front Page, July 2020
Paper Crafting Six Feet Apart
Pam Costner The Papercrafters were so happy to have the Creative Arts Center back, available to let their creative juices flow and have the ability to be socially safe. Thursdays from 12:30 to 5 p.m. is the scheduled open work time for the Papercrafters. With the summer heat, it is a great way to stay…
Front Page, July 2020
Spirit of the Stained Glass Artist
Cynthia Melito The Spirit of the Stained Glass Artist cannot be broken, especially by the COVID-19 virus. We patiently waited until it was safe to re-open the studio, and on Tuesday, May 19, the creativity was once again flowing. Although we had safety procedures in place, members had the opportunity to finish up projects that…
Generals, July 2020
Softball Profile: Steve Andrews
Ken Muhlbeier The summer sun sets late in the evening in the small town of Graceville, Minn. As a young ballplayer, these last hours of daylight would often find Steve Andrews still practicing with his junior American Legion baseball team, honing skills he still uses today playing softball at Robson Ranch. Located near the joining…
Generals, July 2020
The 2020 Census Is Here!
Melani Caron, General Manager If you would like more information on the 2020 Census, please go to the City of Eloy website at eloyaz.gov and look under Helpful Links.
Features, July 2020
Tips for Successful Renting
Melani Caron, General Manager Approximately four in 10 homes in suburban America are occupied by renters. If your property is one of those homes, or about to become one, then I encourage you to read further in order to learn about helpful tips for you, your renters, and the association, as you embark on renting…
Generals, July 2020
July 4th Holiday Hours
Melani Caron, General Manager Friday, July 3 * Ranch House front desk: closed in observance of the holiday Saturday, July 4 * Restaurant closed * Snack Bar: open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (faces the golf course) * Sports Club: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. * Guest Relations (greeter): open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.…