Greetings,

Well, summer is in full swing and so are the summer projects! So far, we have

replaced 5 bad water valves throughout the resort and repaired some safety

concerns over the canopy at the west entrance to the main building complex.

Several streets have been crack-sealed and seal-coated without incident. In

that regard, I would like to thank residents Dal Childress and Pete Peterson for their hard work of

overseeing that extremely hot project.

Several shuffleboard courts are being resurfaced, and the west tennis court was replaced with a brand

new, post-tensioned court, as was the east court 4 years ago. The pool decking has been

resurfaced and repainted and looks outstanding!

A new metal roof was installed on building D which houses the fitness center, pool shower rooms, and

the Apache room. A new sidewalk is scheduled to be installed soon on Golden Vista property on Base-

line from Rancho Mirage to the west of us, all the way to the corner of Goldfield and

Baseline. This will be such a nice addition to the resort.

Palm tree trimming is finishing up and its completion will allow us to clean the streets properly and get

the resort looking great again. Much painting is being done by maintenance staff and the Resort

will look great when you return! These are some but not all of the projects demanding our attention this

summer. It’s busy and hot; but just like a blow torch, it’s a dry heat, thank goodness!

Take care and enjoy your summer! Jeff Elkins, Resort Manager

VISTA VIEWS SUMMER EDITION

2017

Monthly Saturday Dinner & Show: Reserved Table Tickets: $22 Buffet includes a carving station plus 2 other main dishes, side dish, vegetable dish, 2 salads, roll, dessert, coffee & lemonade (menus will be featured in the monthly Vista Views Newsletter).

November 11: Kenny Hess: A natural born entertainer with a huge voice and great songs makes for a very special show: enjoy a little taste of good ole country music… Kenny Hess style!

December 9: Michael Bailey, Comedian: He’s a comic, a teacher, a husband, a father and a pretty fair bowler. He’s headlined

clubs, colleges & corporate events all over the country. His theatrical style & unique perspectives on parenthood, growing up &

surviving in a world gone mad has made him a favorite in the valley for over 20 year.

January 13: Craig Davis: Has entertained and amazed audiences as a professional illusionist, magician & juggler. He’s a dedi-

cated student of the variety arts and is a versatile and highly skilled performer.

February 10: Brady Goss (piano & vocals) was described from an early age as a piano phenom. Today he is recognized as an

electrifying entertainer. Those who have witnessed his live shows are awed by his formidable keyboard speed then grabbed by

soulful vocals that are loaded with passion and bring out the feel good emotions that keep fans of all ages wanting more.

March 3: The Freddie and Sheila Show is a refreshingly unique and entertaining musical variety and comedy show. With a

focus on incredible guitar picking and singing they provide some laughs between tunes. Expect to hear everything from country

classics to 60's rock plus unique novelty and humorous songs.

Dances: The following

dances have specific

themes and those attending

are encouraged to dress

accordingly with special

(bigger than fabulous) prizes to the win-

ners:

October 31: Halloween

JYNX

January 12: Disco Night

Weezul Brothers

January 26: Hillbilly Night

Reign n Country

March 2: Pajama Party

Sure Fire

*** December 31: NY Eve Dance

Weezul Brothers: Tickets

on sale now for reserved

table seating: $18)

Complete dance schedule online:

goldenvistaresort.com

Jots from Jan:

Exciting news: we will be doing a picture

book this coming season! Photos will be

scheduled and pictures will be taken in the

Apache Room so groups scheduled on Wednesdays &

Thursdays will have to share the space. The photo book

will be resident pictures only without the clubs & groups &

the book will be free to all who have their picture taken

A Mild to Wild Chili Challenge in

January: The Golden Vista Board of

Directors challenges groups/streets to

beat their chili. There will also be a category for

individuals to enter their favorite chili. Sample cups will

be available for a nominal charge to all who attend, with

proceeds going to a our local firefighters.

Mardi Gras in February

with groups/streets

manning a game with the most tickets collected winning a

free cook out for the group. Proceeds go to the

firefighters.

Consider running for the Board of Directors: application online at goldenvistaresort.com

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW

New Year’s Eve Dance: $18, Saturday Supper Club: $22 & Concerts: $18 (first 10 rows)

or $16 for reserved seating and Bus Trips (prices vary)

Purchase by going online: goldenvistaresort.com & pay by credit card (no American

Express), Mail a check, specifying events & seating preference or call the Activities Office:

480-671-1909

Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday from 9 am to 1 pm Arizona time.

December 7 HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS: Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Santa and Mrs. Claus in A HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS. This delightful holiday show features amazing vocalists, colorful costumes, a live band and a sleigh full of Christmas humor and such favorite holiday songs as Sleigh Ride, Let It Snow, White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Holly Jolly Christmas and many more! https://youtu.be/71QYp2PqtGc

January 11 ONE OF THESE NIGHTS promises exactly that….an unforgettable night featuring the music of the Eagles – one of the most successful rock bands of all time! ONE OF THESE NIGHTS takes the audience on a journey through all the Eagles’ “sounds,” from tasteful country rock, complete with full harmonies, to hard rocking tunes that highlight the Eagles’ extraordinary catalogue. https://vimeo.com/95325154

January 23 MOTOWN MAGIC: It’s pretty universally known that Motown is an American record company founded by Berry Gordy in 1959 in Detroit – one that went on to achieve spectacular success for a small record com-pany: 79 records in the Top Ten between 1960 and 1969. This show jives through the decades of Motown chart top-ping hit artists and groups like: The Temptations, The Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, Mar-tha Reeves & the Vandellas, Smokey Robinson, Tami Terrell, The Marvelettes, Gladys Knight and many many more. https://vimeo.com/152112183

February 1 ELVIS, THE EARLY YEARS: Victor Trevino, Jr world-renowned, award-winning performer, recreates the excite-ment of the King’s vibrant early years. With all of Elvis’ vocal power, electric stage presence and iconic moves, Victor has thrilled fans worldwide and in 2016 was selected as one of Graceland’s Top 10 Elvis tribute artists in the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4a6QFchNWU February 22 JOHNNY & JERRY LEE: Direct from Las Vegas Harrah’s Million Dollar Quartet, Scott

Moreau and Jacob Tolliver co-star in this dynamic tribute to Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis. Relive Johnny Cash’s storytelling and Jerry Lee Lewis’ piano antics with such hits as Folsom Prison Blues, Great Balls of Fire, Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On, Ring of Fire, Boy Named Sue, Walk the Line and many more with a live country band. https://youtu.be/jmpNGnB5ys4

March 1 MOGOLLON: Back by popular demand and for a fundraiser for our firefighters: Mogollon has earned the reputation as one of the Premier Country Rock Entertainment groups in the West. Their performances are truly amazing – playing just about anything, from Hank Williams to Pink Floyd to their own original songs. This should be an evening of Arizona home-grown fun. https://youtu.be/lil53ghM9Pc March 8 TRIBUTE TO THE RAT PACK: Direct from Las Vegas JJW Entertainment is

proud to present “The Chairman & The Board Rat Pack Show-Live from Las Vegas.” This is a classic re-enactment of the iconic pop peerless performances of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. as they performed together in the 1960’s and took the world by storm Backed by a six (6) piece swing band, this show has been pleasing audiences, both Nationally and Internationally.

March 21 NEW ODYSSEY: Back by popular demand: 3 guys, 30 instruments. When New Odyssey hits the stage be prepared for a polished trio that’s versatile, funny, novel, talented, family-oriented and awesome in presentation. Watching New Odyssey is an all encompassing experience presenting outstanding arrangements of almost every style of music while all per-formed on 30 different musical instruments. With a unique combination of great music, audience participation, sheer zaniness, mayhem you won’t find in most shows, along with a few surprises during this show…….every audience member will walk away

wanting more! https://youtu.be/AMUCaMvqIB4

We’re on the web:

goldenvistaresort.com

3710 S Goldfield Rd

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

Bus Trips for 2017-2018

Christmas Pageant December 10 or December 14 $40- Ride the bus to the First Assembly of God Church for this spectacular Christmas pro-

gram which includes flying angels, live animals & much more: bus with reserve seating.

Phoenix Quilt, Craft & Show: January 25: $28: you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many

quality companies plus seminars, workshops and door prizes.

*Oak Ridge Boys Performance in Laughlin: February 8 return on the 9th: $130: includes one overnight at Riverside Hotel, buffet dinner & show

tickets.

Sedona/Jerome Day Trip: March 2: $40: A scenic journey complete with tour guide and opportunities for shopping & photo ops.

*Verde Railroad & Blazin M Ranch: March 24: $155 includes first class train car with appetizers and lounge style seating; Blazin’ M Ranch:

chuckwagon supper and western stage show attraction features a frontier town where museums, shops, vintage tractor rides, a live shooting gal-

lery, ranch critters and ridin’ and ropin’ are all part of the fun.

Free Spirit Vacations Trips: For More Information, call: 480-926-5547 *Rose Bowl Parade: December 31, 2017– January 2, 2018: $595 per person/double $695 per person/single Deluxe Motorcoach Transporta-tion , 2 nights accommodation at the Holiday Inn, Breakfast daily, dinner nightly Reserved Grandstand seating at parade ,viewing of the floats after the parade, East Coast New Years Eve Dinner (toast at 9 pm – midnight East Coast time), Universal City Walk and Hollywood.

*Baja Mexico Cruise: 4 Nights: January 28-February 1, 2018: $595 per person/double (inside) $650 per person/double (outside) $775 per

person/single (inside) $950 per person/single (outside) motorcoach from the Phoenix area to Long Beach and board the Carnival Imagination.

Spend four days cruising the Mexican Baja. Experience a whole enchilada’s worth of rich culture and fun on a cruise to Mexico. Ports include Cata-

lina Island and Ensenada Mexico. You will also have a full day at sea to relax and enjoy all the onboard activities.

*Discover Navajo Field Trip: March 20-23, 2018 $695 per person, Double $895 per person, Single If you are interested in learning more about

the beauty and cultural traditions of the Navajo Nation we invite you to "Discover Navajo". Learn from some amazing Native American presenters

as they discuss music, authentic Native American arts and crafts, Medicine Men, and the traditional Navajo way of life. You will visit Antelope Can-

yon, Monument Valley, and Canyon de Chelly.

*Able to pay 1/2 at time of reservation: remainder due 1 month or more prior

For more information, check the monthly newsletter: Vista Views or contact Activities Office: 480-671-1909, activities@gvrv.us.