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L-R:(standing) Linda Wight (Rec.Secretary); Steve Knobbe (President);Tracy Nicholson (P. President)

(seated) Garry Brown (1st V.President); Carole Burrows (Ass’tTreasurer); Dave Helfer (Treasurer)

(insert) Connie Aagard, 2nd V.President

Fountain East Residents’ Monthly Treasurer’s Report

Balance Forward Income Disbursements Balance on Hand $5019.20 $2276.93 $2387.08 $4909.05

Submitted by David Helfer, TreasurerComplete report posted in Clubhouse

A fully detailed monthly report is posted in the clubhouse hallway

Meet the 20015/16 Fountain Association Board

As this will be the last message to go into print until fall,I'll try to get everything in that needs to be there.

First of all, thanks again to everyone who has helpedout this season with suggestions, ideas and labor. Witha few new faces on the executive, and some seasonedveterans, I look forward to a productive time comeNovember.

There are a few events scheduled that are potentiallyconflicting. Due to the size of our park, sometimes thishappens; however, I believe things can be resolved,with a little compromise here and there. I believe I have

contacted most event co-ordinators. In any eventConnie Aagard will be working with me and everyoneelse to make sure things run as smoothly as possiblewhen things ramp up again in the fall.

It's been a hectic, but fun, five months. Thanks againfor your vote of confidence in re-electing me as yourassociation president, I will certainly try to live up toyour expectations.

Steve Knobbe, FE Association President

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Fountain East Security PatrolOur evening security patrol is a volunteeropportunity for you to help keep our park safe andsecure; however, it is every resident’sresponsibility to be aware of suspicious activityand/or people in the park. If you feel somethingis not right, if you see someone on a bicycle orwalking who does not belong, you should contactthe POLICE immediately.If you would like to participate in our eveningsecurity patrol, please contact:Jim McClanahan, #36 480 302-2194

The March Ladies’ Luncheon was hosted by the ladiesfrom Park Place who did an excellent job. Election ofofficers took place with the same people serving on theExecutive Board but some in different positions:President: Jan Wilhite; V. President: Joan Read;Secretary: Linda Wight; Treasurer: Judy Jacobs. Those who donated their time and efforts to make thebake sale/café/patio sales a success were thanked. Itwas also noted that the donations for the food pantryare greatly appreciated and welcomed by those whohave received those donations.

Jan Wilhite, Ladies’ Club President

March, Fountain East Residents’ Meeting

Items addressed at the meeting

� Election of Officers

� Standing and Special Committee Reports

� Audit Report

Paul Sebesta, FE Association Recording Secretary

~Dear Residents~

It’s that time of year when seasonal rains tend to makethe weed problems in the park overwhelming. Pleaseremember that it is every resident’s responsibility toclean the weeds from their yard—including back, sideand front yards—as well as bushes and fallen fruit. Irealize that some residents may not be capable ofdoing this work on their own. Fortunately there arepeople in the park who will do the work for you for asmall fee, according to what is needed. The otheroption is that the park will have the work done by acompany of its choosing and pass the charges on tothe homeowners. Clean-up should be done immediatelyin order to keep the park looking good.

Another issue that needs to be addressed is the speedlimit. It is 10 MPH in the park. And stop signs arepresent for a reason. As residents, it is yourresponsibility to follow the speed limit, obey the stopsigns and to inform your guests and visitors that theyneed to do the same. We have had several nearcollisions lately. Remember, these traffic rules are foreveryone’s safety.

Please be a good pet parent. Clean up afer your petand do not allow your special four-legged friend inanyone’s yard but your own. Remember your pet

should never be left unattended.

As we transition into spring, there are several thingsthat I, as a manager, need to address. One of them ishaving everyone sign their new leases. And, as always,I welcome the opportunity to discuss with individualresidents any concerns they may have about our park.I look forward to your input for keeping Fountain East agreat place to live.

Vicki, Fountian East Manager

AAMHO Report

The Arizona Association of Manufactured HomeOwners (AAMHO) is a non-profit organizationrepresenting people who live in manufactured homes,park models, and RVs in our state. The association ismanaged by a volunteer Board of Directors who live inMH communities. The annual dues are $30; the fundssupport ongoing efforts in furthering the rights of MHowners throughout all levels of government. For moreinformation, visit AAMHO’s website (www.aamho.org)or contact any Fountain East board member.

The tentative results of the March 7 election of the2015-16 board members are: President: Garry Brown;Vice President: Gary Schirrmacher (write-in);Secretary/Treasurer: Carolyn Taylor; Parliamentarian:L Gary Gabriel; Past President: George Hetrick. Theresults will be confirmed at the regular march 21meeting.

Carolyn Taylor, Secretary

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Arizona Republic subscribers:Please remember to phone 602-444-1000 to stop delivery of yournewspaper before returninghome. This can be done anytime it is convenient up to 10

days prior to leaving for the summer.

Bob & Carole Burrows

If you need to make corrections or have updates forthe Directory, please contact Carolyn Taylor (#127480-376-3716 [email protected]). SPECIALNOTE TO RESIDENTS: If you wish any kind ofchange to be made on the front entrance DirectoryBoard, you must make a direct request to BarbaraMejia ([email protected])

Please be sure to check the birthday list in theclubhouse and add your name if it is not there.

New Phone number for:

Crawford & Joyce Drennan (#86)

480-830-0422

#6 Karen Taylor 480-284-6047

#40 Lyn Sider 480-217-6077

#81 John Lividott 480-917-7830

#83 Naon Hemstreet 817-219-1163

#89 Gerry Anshutz 605-264-5522

#125 Jeanette Rob-Ruenz 701-535-0422

#156 Barb Vandeveer 618-676-5889

#40 William & Sheryl Hunt

#81 John & Claudia Zacharas

#83 Arthur & Lenore Young

#89 Sharon Sage & Danny Nalley

#125 Phyllis Payne

#274 Henry Schroeder

#285 Carl Vasas

#298 (RV) Neal Nittenger

#301 (RV) Cal Blaylock

#303 (RV) Duane Johnson

#308 (RV) Ron Sagaert

April 1 Betty Copas

April 6 Cliff Wadle

April 8 Eddie Hathorn, Garry Hanson

April 12 Barb Downen

April 13 Pat Evans

April 15 Cindy Hill

April 16 Bill Jackson

April 17 J. D. Fox

April 20 Arden Caldwell

April 21 Peggy Jackson

April 22 Marietta Wright, Robert Spearman

April 26 Betty Baccus, Jim Gear, Ken Atwood

April 27 Judie Jackson

April 29 J.D. Bricker, Beverly Schmidt, JohnEvans

April 30 Joanne Rebilas, Alice Spearman

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Introducing the new Thursday EntertainmentDirectory.....Connie Aagard.

Connie has volunteered to be our EntertainmentDirector for next season. I will be meeting andworking with Connie to offer any assistance andask that you give her your support in the comingyear. At the same time, I would like to thankeveryone for all the support given me over all themany years I have served as your ActivitiesDirector and Entertainment Director.

Carole Burrows

Words of Appreciation

A huge thank you to “the ladies”who helped make the memorialservice and luncheon toremember Lois Grover sospecial! (She would have been

back there helping you if she were here!) A special“shout out” to Lanny Barringer, Norma & JeromeLanning, Clara Hauck and Walt Devonshire for agreat service and for all the help in making Unit#291 look so spiffy. The people at Fountain Eastare truly family – and thanks for making us all feelso loved during the loss of Lois. After 18 winters inFE, we will miss “grandma’s house” and thisamazing park greatly!”

Dan, Terry, Kelsey & Tucker Lien

ÈTo everyone who prayed for me and sent Get Wellcards during my recent hospital stay, I thank all ofyou from the bottom of my heart. Your kindnessand caring was so appreciated by myself and byBill. It is always so nice to know you are near.

God Bless You All!

Judie Jackson #171

ÈTo the Food Bank Donors:

Just a few words to say a huge “thank you” tothose who help and donate food to the FountainEast Food Bank. You are helping several peoplehere in the park, me included. It’s easy to say thatwe can afford to live in such a nice park, butcircumstances really do come up that cause oneto be “up against it,” and food buying is one itemthat usually gets cut. When I get over this hump,I plan to become a regular helper and donor alongwith the rest of you.

Thanks again....

A Recipient

No one in this park is paid for his/her time and

efforts to bring enjoyment to the residents. From

organizing card games to chairing food and social

events, from procuring entertainment to managing

sports games, it takes many dedicated people to

make these events happen. They are the ladies who

fix the monthly luncheons; the men who prepare

pancakes. They are your friends and neighbors.

These people have all volunteered their time, and

without them, we would not have the activities we

do in this park. It is time to thank all those people

for what they do for us and remember that you,

too, can volunteer!

Suffices to say that we cannot name everyone

without the chance of forgetting someone, so all you

men and women who work out in front or behind the

scenes, the residents of Fountain East say “THANK

YOU!” and that we are truly grateful for all you do!

Fountain East Residents

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Fountain East Annual Reunion-Hinckley, MNWednesday, July 8, 2015

Hinckley Grand Casino, Hinkley, MN, on 1-35 north of Minneapolis/St. PaulOvernight hotel or RV reservations: 1 800 472-6321For all F.E. residents past or present....This same time and place has been a mild summer meeting place forabout 15 summers. Schedule....11:45am Buffet 1:15pm Meeting-Pool area

3:00pm Free time

For more information contact Dick and Clara Hauck...AZ space 305 480 854-2259After April 15, 2014 13731 Dolomite NW, Ramsey, MN 55303 763 422-3709 [email protected]

Summer Recreational Activities in the Park

65 Mondays at 6:30pm Clubhouse

Poker Wednesdays at 6:00pm

Saturdays at 10:30am

Billiards Room

Dominos Wednesdays at 6:30pm Clubhouse

Cribbage Thursdays at 1:00pm Clubhouse

Chase the Ace Thursdays after potluck Clubhouse

Somba Fridays at 9:30am

Saturdays at 6:30pm

Clubhouse

Morning Aquacise!

All residents welcome. Come join us in the pool for water exercises-Monday through Thursday

8:00am

For information:

Jan Wilhite, #53 Rosie Zentner, #219

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Every Monday

Stitched With Love9:15am-noon each Monday at the Clubhouse

The Stitched with Love group sews for the neo-natal

unit at Maricopa County Hospital. You do not have to

know how to sew in order to help with the many

projects. Please come and check us out!

For more information: Janice Young

#115, 480-807-8560

Special Note: If you have any flannel or cotton

sheets and/or pillowcases (without holes) in pastel

colors, don’t throw them away. Donate them to this

group so they can make their special blankets. Also,

if you knit or crochet, baby hats are needed. Please

check to see what sizes and styles are needed.

Hardanger9:30am-Space 162

For more information, contact Mildred Torgerson

480-985-5974

Blood Pressure Check10:00am-11:00am on Mondays-Clubhouse

Every Tuesday

Golf11:00am-Sunland Village Golf Course

As long as there are players, we will continue with

our games.

If you have any questions, please contact either Doug

Lizuck (#61 480-359-9747) or Rick Bartlett (#91

480-807-0388)

Every Thursday

Fountain East Computer Meeting1:00pm in the Library

Meetings will be held in the

library on Thursdays at 1:00pm

when a minimum of 3 people have

expressed an interest in

attending.

Please call or email Dave no later than 10:00am on

the day of the meeting that you plan to attend. He

will respond to let you know if the meeting is on.

If you have any questions or Windows-related

problems, you can contact:

Dave Waller at 602-539-4929/email:

[email protected]

Every Saturday

Good Morning Coffee8:00am in the Clubhouse

Here comes Peter Cottontail, hopping down the

coffee trail, looking for all his special friends.

When he finds them, he wants to visit...get the

news....enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and eat a

special pastry. Please join him....and all your

neighbors.

$1.50

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Tuesday, April 76:30pm-Clubhouse

Association Meeting

This will be the first meeting with your new board.

If you have an issue that needs to be addressed at

this meeting, please contact a member of the board

prior to the meeting.

Saturday, April 49:00am-after coffee in the clubhouse

Fountain East Veterans Association(FEVA)

This will be the last meeting of the season. We will

resume our meetings in October. ALL veterans are

invited to these meetings–both American and

Canadian veterans as well as any other country’s

veteran who might be represented in our park. The

invitation extends to our First Responder (Police and

Fire) Veterans as well.

FEVA offers the opportunity to retire your tired

and worn flags with honor and respect. Please

deliver your torn and damaged flags to either Dick

Wright (#1) or Dick Baird (#109). Your flag will be

honorably retired by the Elks Lodge sponsored Boy

Scout Troop with an official and proper ceremony.

Wednesday, April 811:30am-Clubhouse

Ladies’ Luncheon

$4.00

Hosted by the Morning Aquasize Group

This is the last ladies’ luncheon of the year. Let’s go

out with a splash!

Friday, April 108:00am

Harrah’s Ak-Chin CasinoReservations may be made with

Audrey Brewster

(#230 480-807-5420)

If you have any feedback on the casino trips this

year or suggestions for next year, please contact

Audrey

Saturday, April 113:00pm-Hale Theatre

$21 if more than 10 purchase

tickets

Please sign up on list in

clubhouse hallway or contact

Barbara Downen (#78)

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Saturday, April 188:00am-Clubhouse

FEVA Breakfast$4.00

They’re back! The monthly breakfasts!

Bring your own place setting and an appetite!

Potluck Dinners5:30pm-Clubhouse-each Thursday

Beginning in May

Watch for more information

First Sunday of Each Month6:30pm-Clubhouse

Beginning on May 3

Bible StudyWe will meet once a month throughout the summer

with a guest moderator for each meeting. You are

welcome to sit and listen or join in as you wish; it is

up to you, but whatever you choose, we look forward

to seeing you.

For information, please contact Lanny Barringer

(#21 480-720-5403)

On February 21, 3 couples were fêted at a

Golden Anniversary celebration. From left

to right: Richard & Joy Sumrall who were

married on December 16 in Spokane, WA;

Grant & Betty Rodgers who were married on

April 19 in Belfast, Ireland; Dick and

Charlotte St. Denny who were married on

June 12 in Honolulu, HI. It was an evening

of surprises as Grant sang a favorite song

to Betty, and all the couples told of their

courtship and weddings.

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February 26 saw 89 of our Canadian residents attending a dinner chaired by Barb

Downen. There was chicken, cole slaw, twice-baked potatoes, baked beans and ice cream

bars for dessert. Barb thanks everyone who helped in the preparation of the food. It

was a great evening!

It was the wearin’ of the green

on March 5 when Barb Bemisand her crew served up the

annual Beef Stew Supper. 134

attended the dinner. A raffle was also held. A

jacket was won by Joyce Sillerud. A quilt wall-

hanging was won by Jerry Browne, and the

Hardanger doily was won by Edward Vitez.

$235 was raised for Sunshine Acres. Barb

thanks all the wonderful helpers.

Peggy Jackson reports that about a dozen residents held Patio Sales on March 6/7. The sales were easy

to find with the maps created by Carolyn Taylor and handed out to park visitors at the gate. Most sellers

were very pleased with the results of their efforts while a few felt they could have done better. Crafters

enjoyed the eager shoppers. Some did better than others, but all felt the event was enjoyable and worth

the effort. Other facets besides the Craft Sales were also successful: the Bake sale, the Kitchen café,

and the Raffle. These were run by capable leaders working with generous volunteers. Money earned by

these groups goes to the Ladies’ Club charities.

Many thanks to all these and the dozens of others who helped prepare for, run, and clean up after all the

fun ended. Next November these events will return and YOU should decide how YOU can make it a success

again.

March 9 Bloodmobile: 8 people tried to donate; 6 were successful. They also had one who signed

up on-line. While the numbers were not what they had hoped, they are confident that this is just

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a time when many people are unable to donate or too busy to donate. We are working on maybe setting the

visit for late afternoon/evening hours next year, seeing if we might snag some of those still working, not

retired yet, in addition to our regulars. United Blood Services was happy to come to our park again and looks

forward to a visit next year!

The ladies from Park Place hosted the March

11 Ladies’ Luncheon. The theme centered

around aprons. Attendees wore a special

apron, some telling the history of that apron.

Even the centerpieces “wore” aprons. The

Fountain East Ladies’ Club thanks Park Place

for all their hard work!

Green could be seen everywhere at the St. Patrick’s Dance on March 14! The biggest crowd ever (nearly

140!) danced to the music of the “Park Melodies.” In salute to St. Patrick’s day, the “Irish Troubadours”

(Crawford Drennan, Billie Joseph, Grant Rodgers) sang a medley of Irish tunes. It was a great evening, and

we thank Lois and Paul Sebesta for a wonderful dance season finale!

On March 18 the Fountain East bowlers had their wrap-up luncheon at Sourdough

Pizza. Awards were given and will be listed in the May Bubbles. Thanks to Aleta

Nybakke and Jerry Gemeinhardt for a fun season.

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The year-end Shuffleboard Tournament was held on March 18 followed by a luncheon

and awards. In the “A” Event the winners were: 1st Place, Steve Knobbe; 2nd Place,

Charlie Paxton. In the “B” Event the winners were: 1st Place, Randy Kohler; 2nd Place,

Lorraine Hemstalk. Thank you Mel Verhulst for all your hard work and planning.

On March 19, about 105 residents gathered in the clubhouse to enjoy an

evening with The Arizona Territorial Brass. They sang along to old-time tunes;

learned about the early history of brass bands in the Golden West; enjoyed

both the instruments and vocalizations of the performance. The evening was

topped off with an ice cream social. Thanks to Carole Burrows and Dick

Baird for a great evening!

It was baked beans, potato salad, and hamburgers with all the fixings topped off with ice cream sandwiches

on March 21 as over 200 residents enjoyed the annual Big Grill BBQ. Thank you Steve and Helen Knobbe

for chairing the event, and thanks to an amazing crew.

March pool party.

Just a few of the guys who are

responsible for our park’s great

pancake dinners. March Pool Party

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