VRES supply lists available

For all of you moms who loathe fighting over sanitizer bottles and eraser packages with fellow frantic shoppers the week before school starts (or simply not finding them at all) VRES has posted their school supply list at the following website.
http://www.aps.edu/aps/VentanaRanch/index.htm

FYI Meet the teacher day will be August 12th from 12:30-2 and the first day of school for grades 1-5 is on August 16th. School will run from 7:55AM- 2PM with no early release Wednesdays. (see here for details
http://www.aps.edu/schools/elementary-bell-schedules)

FREE admission tomorrow to the Museum of Natural History and Science

FREE admission to the Nuseum of Natural History (Dinosaur Museum)  FRIDAY, tomorrow!

Click here for details, you need to print a pass for each person in your party and you MUST be there by 10AM.


There are FREE Summer roadshows at The Botanical Gardens, Hinckle Family Fun Center, and Explora too!
Go to 1003thepeak.com for details.

"Championship Youth Basketball Academy"

Yesterday I was at Smiths and ran into some friends, the Petersons's, from the Paradise Hills Ward. Scott Peterson has coached with both the NBA San Antonio Spurs and UNM Men's Basketball. The Peterson's are a great family and Scott is directing and coaching a youth basketball camp, "Championship Basketball Academy" for girls and boys K-12th grade. You can go here for more info if you are interested.

Dog Sitter

For Rachael B:

DOG SITTER

Hi All, we are going out of town this Thursday and will be back late Sunday night. Is anyone willing to watch our dog while we are gone? Ideally, our dog would go to your house so she doesn't bark and bug our neighbors, but I am okay with someone coming to our house and just feeding her, giving her fresh water and playing with her for a bit EVERYDAY. We will pay a responsible child who wants to do this $20.

Thanks,

Rachael B.

Our number is in the directory or my email is rachaelboyle(at)gmail(dot)com.

Bunk beds for sale

I have two sets of twin bunk beds, and two 9 cubes furniture and a 5 drawer dresser for good price. The white bunk bed was original caramel and the paint is chipped and it has no ladder.

Ventana Ward Choir Practice

For all you Ventanans out there, I want to make sure you know that choir practice is happening throughout the summer. As a matter of fact, we are scheduled to sing on the 24th! Of July! And I'd rather not be singing a solo. So would you (rather I not sing a solo), truth be told. If you'd rather sing a solo, let Chelsey know

We are practicing every Sunday (except fast Sunday) at 4:00 in the chapel. It's air conditioned! And babysitting is provided (Naomi would much rather play with your kids than sing. Really!)! We need you, and your husbands (not pointing fingers here, but if you do have multiple husbands bring 'em--I won't tell the bishop on you). And your kids if they're interested.

Remember: 4:00. An hour without kids, where all you have to do is sit in coolness and sing out your love for the Lord. (Crockpot recipes available upon request.)

Kids Pottery Class

A new friend from the Volcano Cliffs ward asked me to pass this along . . .
She is a delightful woman and very talented.


Greetings!
I’m a little late in sending this out, but don’t miss this opportunity! I’ve found nothing comparable in variety and price for kids in the ABQ area. The class is located at my home studio on the NW side of town and I hope to have between 3 and 5 students. Please also forward this email to anyone you think would be interested. Thanks! -jennywappett

Ages 6 & up

Monday, JULY 18th -- Thursday, July 21st, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

AND Friday, July 29th, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Cost: $90

Students will experience the fun and variety of clay. We will explore making nature prints, coil pots, sculptures, masks, and also learn how to throw pots on the wheel. The cost includes all clay, glazes, and firing. Your children are welcome to make as much as they would like in our time together and are not limited to the project of the day.

Glazing of the final pieces is done on the Friday of the week following the week of the camp to allow adequate drying and firing time. Final pieces are available for pick up the week after the final firing.

**I’m limiting the class to one session, but if you are interested in doing a pottery class, but can’t accommodate these dates, please let me know and we could possibly schedule another session.

Please email me for a registration form. Deadline for registration is July 9th.


jennywappett(at)gmail(dot)com

Mens/Boys Hiking Boots size 9 1/2, Sandals size 9

My son no longer needs his hiking boots, and I would like to offer them to any of the young men or men who could use them. They are nothing fancy, bought from Target, but are still in good condition.

In addition, we'd also like to offer a pair of black vinyl sandals size 9.

You can call or email me (debbie at thewagers dot org).

Digital Scrapbooking Freebies!

Hi everyone!

I just wanted to let you know that we are having a massive bloghop this weekend to celebrate the 4th birthday of JessicaSprague.com. We will have 47 stops on our bloghop where you will get to download mini kits, paper packs, quickpages, and embellishment clusters all to use on your digital scrapbooking pages. Best part? They are all FREE! :D The bloghop starts tomorrow at 10pm Eastern time on Jessica Sprague's blog and will run throughout Sunday 10pm Eastern. You may even see my little blog in there. ;)

Don't know how to do digital scrapbooking? Now is the best time to learn! You can get 30% off the beginner Photoshop class - Up & Running with Photoshop - now until the end of July. Yay for sales!

Hope you will join in the fun!

Book Club (the other one....)

Kellie! "Book of a Thousand Days" was a great read. I loved it.

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, July 12 at Bethany Ostler's house.

In true Bethany style, she has chosen: "Secrets of the Jedi" by Jude Watson.

 To be a Jedi is to safeguard peace in the galaxy. To be a Jedi is to defend justice against tyranny. To be a Jedi is to rely on the Force. To be a Jedi is to not love or live as normal people do…at whatever the price.


Jedi know that love is not meant to be for them. But when Obi-Wan Kenobi and his fellow apprentice Siri Tachi approach a very Human falling, the reverberations are felt for many years…to when Obi-Wan has an apprentice of his own, Anakin Skywalker, whose secrets will draw Obi-Wan and Siri further into the Clone Wars.

There is a little Jedi in each of us. I have 4 of them walking around my house. This book should be a great read.

I also think that we should come up with a name for our book club so as to not confuse it with the other book club. We can also do a little more discussing of possibly changing the day that we meet. Tell your hubby to skip basketball this one time. (wink to Jenny!)

Get in touch with the force and get this book. Can't wait to see you all there!!

Southwest sale

For anyone looking to travel this fall, southwest airlines is having an awesome sale, you must book by the 23rd. For travel from 8/23 - 11-16.

car top carrier

Does anyone have a car top carrier/roof bag that is cluttering up thier garage and would like to trade for a little extra summer cash? We're looking to buy a bigger one (not the ones that only fit skis...) If you want to sell yours you can email me at treebop at hotmail dot com or call 702-994-4084. THANKS!

Free Formula Coupons

Teresa Y. brought a few formula coupons to church a couple weeks ago to give to whomever might be able to use them. If you would like them, they are yours for free, courtesy of Teresa, just email me at kesler999{at}msn{dot}com

Enfamil: $12 in coupons/checks, expires 7/31/11 plus a $15 rebate card, expires 1/31/12

Gerber Good Start: $15 in coupons/checks, expires 8/1/11

Baby Items to Lend????

Cindi Reeves daughter is flying into town tomorrow and she is looking to borrow the following...

"My daughter is coming Monday for 7 days (flying in with her 3 boys) and we need to borrow a baby swing or infant seat and a stroller.  Could you please ask the sisters if anyone would be willing to loan those items to us? "

If you have any of these items that you would be willing to lend, please email her at careeves527{at}gmail{dot}com. Cindi is willing to pick these items up from you and return them afterwards. Thanks!

We’re having a party!

This is open invitation for all our ward (or former ward!) friends.  Please do RSVP by email or by calling me so that we know how much food to prepare.  We’ll have fun!

Paparazzi Jewelry Open house. Nothing is over $5!

Paparazzi Open House!

Hosted by: Debby Top and Cindi Reeves

When: Tuesday, June 21st, 11-1 and 5-7

Where: 10516 Coyote Canyon Pl NW

505-270-3429 (Debby) for questions

Come see our collection of fabulous,

affordable accessories!  

Rings, necklaces, bracelets, hair bands, earrings, matching sets, etc.

5 items for $25!!!

For pictures of the new inventory, “like”

AJ’s Paparazzi Accessories Page on Facebook

Garage Sale

We are holding a garage sale at our house tomorrow if you want to come check it out!  I'll be selling some of my delicious cinnamon rolls for $1, so come just for those if you want!  :)

Also, feel free to drop some stuff by to sell if you want.  E-mail me if you are interested...  foreverfamilee (at) gmail (dot) com.  Thanks!

Kristie L.

Attention

Hello fellow Ventana Ranch WEST HOA neighbors!

Lots of us have discussed (and lots of our neighbors) the annoying boulders blocking the bike paths that lead through our community. We can't fit strollers, bike trailers, or sometimes even just bicycles through them. They did this to prevent ATV traffic, which is understandable along the desert exits in the community, but ALL the trails strictly inside the community? I'm talking about the paths that lead around our community and down through Ventana Ranch. We who like to bike or walk/jog lots with our kids feel trapped! I don't like taking my little kids down Paseo or Irving. Many of us keep saying we are going to write the HOA, and I finally did! They are reviewing my letter right now. I kept it very positive, upbeat and simple. I'm wondering, if any of you were thinking of writing to the HOA to petition them to remove the boulders, now would be a great time!:) Only if you want to. The new community manager is named Kimberly, and her email is: kimberly (at) hoamco (dot) com. Just include who you are and why the boulders are a nuisance to you.
Thanks! Anneliese M.

Anneliese McCracken

Home sweet Home

Do you know anyone looking to buy a home in Ventana West? We are selling ours and of course want to sell it to someone wonderful! You can email me at hatch(dot)amy(at)gmail(dot)com

Massage anyone?

My friend that lives in Ventana Ranch West has a set up in her home for massage therapy. If you go to like Massage Envy, it's like $65 an hr. I told her that I knew some people who might be interested, so we talked about doing like a 1st time special...to get her business going. So, she is doing a first time appointment at $35 for an hr. What a deal! She is available to set up appointments starting June 27th. Just tell her that you go to church with me...so you can get her special...and not her retail price.

Call Ceptember at 803-0989

Thanks Andrea R.

Need a place to rent!!

We have to be out of my house by next week, but need to stay in Ventana Ranch West for our kids. Please help! We're looking to rent a 4 bedroom house. Please contact Tressa S. in the Ventana Ward Directory.

Friday flag football

Hey mothers of boys ages 9-12! Kobe wanted to get something started this summer as far as getting boys together to play a variety of sports.

So this Friday around 10:00am at Terrazas Park we will be playing flag football. All boys ages 9-12 who are interested are welcome and invited.

Bring water, as it is starting to warm up by that time.

Also, if you think about it, leave a comment or shoot be an email (stef.burns at gmail.com) that way we can make sure that we have enough equipment and boys to have a successful time.

Thanks!

FYI, I am going crazy. Anyone else???

Baby Backpack Carrier???????

We are going hiking this week with some visiting family members. I'm looking to borrow a baby backpack carrier that is some what similar to the one pictured above. If you have one that you would let me borrow sometime on Thursday, I'll return it to you on Saturday. I promise I'll take good care of it. Email me at kesler999{at}msn{dot}com. Thank you!! :)

My niece, Ivory, just graduated high school and is trying to earn money for college. She is available for babysitting, yard work, cleaning, etc. Please call if you have any work for her. 
Kara F.       rkfalkner12(at)msn(dot) com.

Looking for a Vet and an Eye Doctor

I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for a veterinarian. I need to get my dog's shots updated.

I'm also looking for an eye doctor that does gas permeable (hard) contact lenses.

Any help would be appreciated! Email me at tim (dot) sara (dot) rauch (at) gmail (dot) com. Thanks!

Book Club

Book club meets this Thursday night at 7:30 in my gazebo in the backyard (pending the wind- if it's too annoying we'll tromp inside). Bring a jacket/blanket because it'll be down around 60 or so.
We're discussing "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman. Come even if you didn't read it to hear about a fun book (or just come later to socialize- we finish the book discussion usually before 9.) Treats and newcomers are always welcome. Stay as long as you like. Chit-chat ends anywhere from 10:30-midnight.
Melissa

Just a reminder...

Just thought I would send out a little reminder that my art class,Color Crazed, is starting soon. If your child is interested please register (just let me know if you are going to attend for sure- but you don't have to pay until the first day) no later then June 21st - we would love to have your child join us! Here is more info:
Color Crazed
Dates: June 23, 24, 27, 28
Times: 10am- 11:30am
Cost: $45
Register by: June 21
*This class is geared for younger children ages 4-6.

Let your creative juices fly in this wackiest of wacky art classes! You'll explore with different materials everyday to create a new art project (or be the project). I'll supply the out-of-this-world materials, teach you the art skill, and then give you the outline. ...The rest is up to you. You'll make, create, sew, and paint. You'll wear, tear, squish and squirt. You'll sponge, stamp, peal and wipe. This is your not-so-everyday-art-projects with your mommy-never-lets-me-use-those-at-home materials. Everyday will have a theme. However, not every project relates to the theme - it just adds to the zaniness.

Thursday: Spots N' Dots - Come dressed in spots and dots!
Friday: Big Bang - Come dressed like a mad scientist!
Monday: Wet N' Wild - Wear your bathing suit under your normal clothes and bring a towel!
Tuesday: Crazy hat or hair day!
Thanks,
Rachael B.
rachaelboyle(at)gmail(dot)com

Extra Money??

I have been watching a **sweet and very well behaved** 4 month old baby girl this summer.  However, I will be out of town for 3 weeks of the summer and am looking for a fill-in.  The weeks are: the last week of June and the first two week of August.  The mother of the baby girl hasn't been able to find anyone for those weeks so she asked me to ask around. You would watch her every Tuesday (7-4), Wednesday (8-5), and Thursday (7-4) for those 3 weeks.  The pay is $125/week.  If anyone is interested please email me for more details at jakeandemily [at] hotmail [dot] com.  Thanks!

Roof repair

Anyone have any good recommendations for a (hopefully cheap) handyman or roof repair guy? Like everyone else, we had several shingles come off and get damaged this spring, and Aaron just doesn't have the time to get on the roof and do it himself. Email me at chelsey DOT jorgensen AT gmail DOT com if you have any recommendations.

Help with mowing lawn

Anyone have a kid that wants to earn $20? Our lawn is out of control after our trip, and our reel mower (as much as I love it) just won't cut it. It's not a huge backyard, but they'd need to bring a lawn mower with a bagger (or rake up the clippings if there isn't one). Let me know if your old-enough son or daughter is interested! Email me at chelsey DOT jorgensen AT gmail DOT com or call me.

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Don't forget!

Ventana Ward Additional Relief Society Meeting
TOMORROW - Tuesday, June 14th
7:00pm

*guest speakers/panel of expert gardeners
*tasty salads
*good friends

See you there!

If you signed up to bring a salad - THANK YOU!  Please remember to bring it :)
~Ventana RS Presidency and Additional Meeting Committee

Free snow cone machine

Free Snoopy Snow Cone Machine!!!! Barely used and all parts are in the box. Bonus that the box doesn't tell you! ***Anger when the stickin ice just won't crush. Over 20 minutes to make a teeny tiny scoopful. Think of the muscles you'll gain. And it's constant tipping over will help with your patience. If you think you are more patient, strong and maybe just more smart come and get it! Hurry, only while supplies last. And by that I mean 1. Susan T.

Rio

Anyone who wants to come is invited to Rio tomorrow at 1:50 at the dollar theatre by Target. I recommend being there by 1:30. Mondays are 75 cents if you buy 3 or more tickets, so if you have less than 3 join with someone else from the ward. Hope to see you there!

More Movie Deals

Can you tell that I really like to go to the movies??? So here's another movie ticket deal for you. If you buy certain packages of M and Ms you can win a free movie ticket or $3 off a movie ticket. I bought 3 packages of 1.69 ounce M and Ms at our Walgreens today and entered the codes you find inside. All 3 were winners of $3 off a movie or concession. So I paid $2 and received $9 in movie cash. The M and Ms were just a bonus! I am not promising that will all be winners, but I have heard they are pretty high odds. Be sure they have the movie ticket promo on the outside.

2 movie tickets for $9!!!

Living Social, a daily deal site similar to Groupon, is offering up an awesome deal today for all you movie lovers. Currently, Living Social is offering up 2 Fandango Movie Tickets for just $9 total! That’s a whopping 70% discount off the maximum value of $15 per ticket!!

Fine Print: Limit 1 purchase per customer only • Promo Codes are valid only for Internet purchases made at www.fandango.com and are not redeemable at theater box office, via Fandango’s telephone or mobile services or through any other website operated by third-party merchants
 
• Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion
 • Not valid on IMAX or 3D showings
 • Limited to tickets with maximum face value (including Fandango’s convenience fee of up to $2 per ticket) of $15 • Both tickets must be purchased for the same movie and show time in a single transaction • Promotional value of Promo Codes expire September 9, 2011.

Are you ready to get in on this deal?

Go here to purchase through my link. See you all at the movies!!!! Susan T.

Free Stuff

Kara F. (Ventana Ward) has a printer (HP PSC 1610) that she is giving away, it just needs new cartridges.


Laura C. from the Paradise Hills Ward has some Rok N Bok toys that she is giving away. (http://www.rokenbok.com/) She can be reached through email.  
laurarclark at yahoo dot com

ZUMBA

Zumba tomorrow @ 8:45am and Thursday @ 6:30pm. See you then!

-Jessica jess_icapicket(at)yahoo(dot)com

The class if FREE! :)

Snow cone machine?

Next week, I am hosting a b day party for my older boys, meaning 30 13/15 years kids.
Does anyone has a party snow cone machine or maybe where to rent one?
Dora Thomas doramthomas@gmail.com

Rental Needed

We have some friends moving into Albuquerque around the first of July and they are having a hard time finding a place to rent. They are looking for a home in West Albuquerque and would love to be in the Ventana area. They're trying to find a 3-4 bedroom home for around $1300. If you know of anything that will be available at that time please let us know and we will pass the information along. Thanks for the help!! jenchisholm1 (at) yahoo (dot) com.

Summer chart

My sister just sent me this link to make the coolest summer chart! Check it our here.

Free Krispy Kreme Friday June 3rd

Get a Free Doughnut from Krispy Kreme on National Doughnut Day


On Friday, June 3, Krispy Kreme will give back to its guests by offering one FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnut on National Doughnut Day at participating retail locations.

National Doughnut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army to raise funds to help people in need. In honor of the 73-year-old holiday, Krispy Kreme is once again giving each guest who visits a participating U.S. Krispy Kreme shop on June 3 one FREE doughnut of any variety. No purchase is necessary to redeem the offer.

"In honor of National Doughnut Day, we're inviting doughnut fans to stop by a local Krispy Kreme shop for a complimentary doughnut," says Ron Rupocinski, corporate chef of Krispy Kreme. "With several delicious, one-of-a-kind doughnuts to select from, including our signature Original Glazed®, you can pick your favorite or discover a new preferred sweet treat for FREE."

The free doughnut offer is good for one doughnut of any variety per customer at participating U.S. Krispy Kreme retail shops. Visit our store locator page at www.krispykreme.com to find a participating Krispy Kreme location near you.

For updates on special promotions, exclusive offers and local events, join "Friends of Krispy Kreme" by visiting www.KrispyKreme.com or interact with Krispy Kreme at www.facebook.com/KrispyKreme and www.twitter.com/krispy_kreme.

See you all there on Friday!!!!

Old Magazines

I am looking for old unwanted magazines that I could have for a summer project with my kids...
(Good Housekeeping, Cooking, Time, etc.)
Thank you,
Heidi C. (morsyd at gmail dot com)

Babysitting

My daughter Alyssa would love to babysit again this summer to make money for Girl's Camp. We feel more comfortable with her babysitting at our house. Please call or email jsturner1@q dot com. Thanks!!!!!!

Free Swim Anyone???

Summer Swim Free Day Pass for kids....to most pools around Albuquerque, including a few splash parks! You can go to a fire station or a police station to pick them up. They want to keep kids out of ditches, because ditches are deadly, so they give these out early in June. I went last week and they didn't have them, I went today and they did. They run out quickly, but then they are given more, but they told me today that sometimes they don't come for a few days later. I went to the fire station off of Lyons and Paradise...right behind the Allsups! From Andrea R.