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| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | DECEMBER 2021 | 13 Library Advisory Thanks to all who visited our book sales — we enjoy and appreciate meeting all our fellow readers! Library openings are available for morning and afternoon shifts shelving books that have been returned since the previous shift. Shelving normally takes about half an hour once a week and you'll have first access to all the new books. Please contact Joy Bailey at (951) 845-5540 or joybailey@verizon.net if you're interested and to choose a library and shift compatible with your schedule. Written and in-person instructions available. Donations over five books must be checked in at the Main Clubhouse reception desk. Again, books published prior to 2012, religious, coffee table, technical, textbooks, foreign language, sports, travel and military books may be donated to: • Deseret Thrift Store, 1197 Calimesa Blvd, Calimesa (behind McDonald's) • Beaumont Public Library, 125 E 8th St, Beaumont (Saturdays 9:30 to 11:30) • Banning Public Library, 21 W Nicolet St, Banning • Cabazon Public Library, 50425 Carmen Ave, Cabazon • Calimesa Public Library, 974 Calimesa Blvd, Calimesa • Set Free Thrift Store, 160 W Ramsey St, Banning • Angel View Thrift Store, 34544 Yucaipa Blvd, Yucaipa • Redlands Public Library, 1125 W Vine St, Redlands (call for appt 909-798-7565) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Wishing all our friends a very happy and blessed holiday season. May the spirit of the holidays bring you and your family fun, hope, happiness, and love. Just a reminder there is no Bingo in December. The Main Clubhouse Ballroom will be used for holiday parties, etc. But we'll be back in January 2022 for another great year. Game nights will be Jan. 11, 18 and 25. Bring all your friends and neighbors, everyone is welcome. We play 12 regular and three special games and guests can play all 15 games for as little as $7 for the whole evening. Many cash prizes and door prizes are won each week. Remember cash only - no checks or credit cards. Doors open at 4:30 pm, games start at 6 pm and games are over by 8:45 pm. Come and be part of the fun. Any questions? Call Toni at (951) 769-4579 or Karen at (951) 797- 3817. Bingo Advisory I can't believe this year has gone by so quickly! We have accomplished so much this past year. We have Chef Noi who has introduced new items and a wonderful new menu. Thank you so much Chef Noi! Our new Restaurant & Lounge Manager, Thomas, has added so much personality and warmth to our Restaurant & Lounge. He never stops and is so full of energy. Thank you Thomas for returning to your "family" here at Sun Lakes. Our Restaurant is looking more inviting and our Happy Hour and Music on the Veranda is well attended. NAMING CONTESTS: We have two naming contests — one to name the Restaurant and another to name the Lounge. The contest will run from Jan. 1 to Jan. 24. There will be a second vote on the three best names from each category Restaurant & the Lounge from Jan. 31 ending Feb. 14. There will be a box located in the Main Clubhouse at the front desk for your suggestions starting Jan. 2. Winners will be announced and two $25 gift certificates will be awarded. So, put on your thinking caps and come up with great ideas. I sincerely wish everyone a safe and Joyous Holiday Season! ~ Dianne Patrick, Chair Restaurant & Lounge Advisory Master Architectural Holiday season is in full swing and the focus is on fun, reflection, family, and friends. The Master Architectural Committee continues to meet twice monthly to review and act upon your applications for changes to your property. I know it is winter but let's consider what you need to know about painting your house. Here's a Q & A about painting. Q: How often do I have to paint? A: All wood surfaces are to be painted every four years and all stucco surfaces are to be painted every 16 years. Q: Do I need permission to paint? A: Yes. You must have approval from the Master Architectural Committee prior to painting even if you are using the same color of paint as is already on the home. Q: My house still looks in good condition. Can I get an extension? A: Yes. If the paint on your house is not peeling, flaking, cracking, or discolored, the property is eligible for an extension to the painting deadlines. Make your request for an extension with the Planning Compliance Department in the Administration office. Contact the Planning and Compliance Department in the Administration Offices for answers to your questions. ~ David Marshall Kealy, Chairman NAME THE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE CONTEST!

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