Garage Sale This Weekend

We'll be holding a garage sale at our house, 7323 Hearthstone Rd NW.

Large variety of items for sale. Saturday July 30 from 8-12pm.

Featured items:
1.5 tons of flagstone and crusher fine--$350
2 pairs 45-lb weight plates--$60/pair
Charcoal grill
Graco stroller
Evenflo double stroller
Bass guitar amp
DVDs & Books
Children and adult clothing
Lamps and rugs

Moving Boxes Needed

If anybody has moving boxes they would like to pass along, I am in need of some.  Please contact Wendy B. at bendywird at gmail dot com

Pregnancies

I was talking to Anneliese M. and she had the best idea to put everyone that is pregnant on the side bar and when they are due!  I thought that was a good idea because it is really hard to keep track of everyone that is pregnant.  I won't add you unless you want to be on there.  :)  So e-mail me or comment here if you want to be added!  foreverfamilee (at) gmail (dot) com

Shade

*update- it must have been a one- use code... and I already used it!  Sorry...  (sign up for their e-mails and you can find out about future promos)

Shade clothing has 25% off and free shipping right now.  They sell great basic shirts and under shirts.  Use this promotional code at check-out: 116RKZQC6H74487

Zumba Tomorrow!

8:45 AM with Kellie and anyone who wants to teach ;)

See you there!

Guys Night Out - 7/28/11

This is Allen Frost announcing Guys Night Out on 7/28/11. Plan is to dinner/movie. Info below:

Meeting place: Five Guys Burgers and Fries Rio Rancho (corner of Unser and Southern)
Meeting time: 8:00pm

Movie: Captain America in 3D
Movie time: 9:00pm
Movie location: Premier Cinema 14 - Rio Rancho (corner of Unser and Southern)

Spread the word and we'll see you there!

Allen Frost

staying connected with past ward members

Decker has a ton of scout pics from the past 4 years of being scout master and we are compiling them onto a DVD to give to all his old scouts. I know several families with scout age boys have moved out and I don't know how to contact them (and sometimes it takes people awhile to respond to a friend request on facebook, if they indeed do facebook.) Anyhow, here is my request.
1) Do you have any scout pics you want to put in the pile?
2) Do you have either an email/phone or address for the following families who were in our ward:
Pucketts
Wrights (in AK?)
Hoefferle
respond to melissa dot lee dot spencer at gmail dot com

Paper?

Does anyone know of a company/person that might donate paper to the VRES PTA, preferrably colored paper?  We are getting ready to print membership forms next week before registration, and more for Meet the Teacher.  Thanks ,Erin S.

original book club lineup

Here are the books for the next few months.
August 18- A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
September 15- Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand
October 20- Blink by Malcolm Gladwell

Do we have any volunteers to lead the discussions for any of these books? Also, we need a host location for the October meeting (unless the weather cooperates and you want to bring jackets for a last outdoor meeting)
Melissa

Home Daycare?

Hi everyone!
Jeremy and I are back in school and our babysitter will be back in school in the fall. I was wondering if anyone does daycare from their home or if you have any recommendations. It would only be for a few hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays for the fall semester. Email me if you have any suggestions. lk99d at yahoo dot com. Thanks!

crib for sale-SOLD

This white wood crib was drop side but I got the kit from the makers and put it to no use the drop side, since CYFD required me that, but you can use it both ways.
It is in perfect shape, I am asking 100.00 including mattress. Let you friends know.
doramthomas@gmail.com 507 1675

Kids' Sports Camp!

Hey Kids, I have a few openings left...Kids sports Camp!
ARE YOU READY TO ROCK? THEN LET’S GET STARTED!
HERE ARE SOME THINGS YOUR PARENTS NEED TO KNOW.

This Monday, July 25-29 4:00-5:00 (for ages 4-8)


*Where: My house 10223 Ventana Oeste Dr. NW

Monday: water games
Tuesday: mini-Olympic games
Wednesday: sports (soccer, basketball, kickball…)
Thursday: run, run, run, relay games.
Friday: Summer camp celebration


We will be providing water and snacks for the kids at the end of each class. The cost is $20 a kid for the week, if sibling is in the camp it’ll be $10 for the week. The assistant coach is my dad, Brad Rogers. the last 10 minutes of each class we will cool off, so please have your child wear their swimming suit.

Well kids lets get ready to rock.
Camp will fill up soon. So call Larsen Rogers
If your child has allergies please let me know at sportyrogers(at)gmail(dot)com or call.

Zumba Wed Morning is ON!

FYI...There IS Zumba at the church tomorrow morning at 8:45AM.

free items

Easy bake, works
shopping cart
two kids chairs
Lion walker
3 cube furniture
10 men new red crocks
Come to get them, I dropping what is left to Goodwill next week.
doramthomas@gmail.com 507 1675 cell
I am sorry, I am keeping the bike rack to use in my van

book club meeting Thursday PM

Book club meets this Thursday at Melissa S.'s backyard (weather permitting-- we can move inside if needs be). Come at 7:30 with a treat to share if interested. We're discussing Merrilee Brown Boyack's book 'The Parenting Breakthrough". Even if you haven't read the book you are invited to come and share your opinion, experiences and thoughts on parenting. We usually hang around and talk until 11-ish so come when you can! FYI next month's book is A Tale of Two Cities by Dickens.
Melissa

Card Swap Anyone??

Hello all! My name is Crescent and I just recently moved into the neighborhood...I wanted to get a card swap up and going if anyone was interested. I did this in Buffalo for a couple years before we moved here and absolutely loved it. Here's how it works: We decide on a card theme for the month, for example, Thank You cards. Then we see how many people want to do the swap that month, let's pretend 10 do. After that, you get your creativity on while you make 10 Thank You cards to swap (all the same design). Then we meet together one evening for dessert and girl talk and swap cards so you go home with 10 amazing cards, all unique and different! Sound like fun? Email me and let me know if you have any questions or if you are interested!
crescentmarchant (at) gmail (dot) com.

Oh and you don't have to be committed every month. If one month you want to do it and the next month you can't, that's just fine. Or if you want to make the cards, but can't make it to the swap, just send them to the swap with someone else, that's okay too!

Ventana Ranch Elementary update

Tiffany's question led me to post a few things I know (I am the new PTA president, and have met with the principal.) As many of you know the previous principal transferred to a new school. The vice principal, Drew Dooley will be taking her place.

Meet the teacher will be August 12th from 12:30-2 p.m. Kinders will be assigned either the 16th or the 17th to attend 1/2 day. Their first full day will be the 18th.

Kindergarten Schedule

My daughter Bailey starts Kindergarten this Fall. I keep looking at the Ventana Ranch Elementary website and it says that school starts on August 16 for grades 1-5. I know that the Kindergarten kids have a week that they have a different schedule to get used to school. Does anyone know this schedule and what day it starts?

Let me know if you have more information than I do. :)

tewinters1[at]yahoo[dot]com

Preschool Opening

I just found out I have an opening in my 4 year old preschool class for next year.  

If you're interested, or know anyone else who would be interested, you can email me at debrarivard AT hotmail DOT com.

Thanks!!

5 free ties!

Let me know if you would like one or all. The silk panda bear one still has the tags on (never worn). The green one is an excellent tie, stain resistant and has only been worn once, I think. The others are in good condition. 

Contact: sbikhazi{at}gmail{dot}com

Busy Mom Book Club: The Help

Hey all!

In an attempt to be less confusing as to which book club we are talking about, we are naming this book club "The Busy Mom Book Club." Don't laugh.

Bethany, thanks for the fun reading of "Secrets of the Jedi." It was fun, it was enlightening, and now I can understand Kobe a little more. Heh.

Next month, Susan Turner has chosen "The Help" by Katherine Stockett. This book is coming out in the theatres soon, if it isn't already there. Here is a synopsis:

The Help is set in the early 1960s in Jackson Mississippi, and is told from the perspective of 3 people, Aibileen, Minny and Skeeter. Aibileen is an African-American maid who cleans houses and cares for the young children of various white families. During the time covered in the novel, she has a job looking after a toddler girl named Mae Mobley, her first job since her own 24-year-old son was killed in an on-the-job accident.

Minny, Aibileen's confrontational friend who frequently tells her employers what she thinks of them, which has resulted in her being fired from 19 jobs. Her most recent employer was Mrs. Walters, mother of Hilly Holbrook. Hilly is the social leader of the community, and head of the Junior League, the lady you do not want to cross in Jackson Mississippi. She will become the nemesis for all three main characters in the book.

Miss "Skeeter" Eugenia Phelan is the daughter of a prominent white family that owns a large cotton farm that employs many African-Americans in the fields, as well as in the household. Skeeter has just finished college and come home with big dreams of becoming a writer. However, her mother only wishes for Skeeter to get married, something that does not particularly interest Skeeter. Upon coming home Skeeter discovers that Constantine, the maid that raised her, has suddenly quit, and moved to Chicago with no word to Skeeter. This was unusual since Constantine had been writing to Skeeter the entire time she was at college, and had promised Skeeter a surprise when she got home. This is a mystery that nobody will discuss with Skeeter. The Help reveals Skeeter's personal struggles with her friends and family throughout.

During the weekly bridge club that Skeeter attends with Hilly, Mrs. Walters and Elizabeth, Abileen's employer, Hilly discusses her belief that all homes should have separate bathroom facilities for the "colored" help. This discussion has an impact on Skeeter. She is awakened to the realization that her friends' maids are treated so different from the way a white person is treated, and wants to reveal the truth to the world from the maids' perspectives by writing a book about it. 

Written in the first person from the perspective of Abileen, Minny and Skeeter, the struggles Skeeter experiences to communicate to the maids and gain their trust is revealed, as well as the issues of overcoming long standing barriers in customs and laws by all of the characters. The daily lives of the Southern housewife, and the household maid during the early 1960's in Mississippi are explored. The dangers of undertaking writing a book about African-Americans speaking out in the early 60's are constantly hovering over the 3 ladies. The ultimate results are heart breaking at times, and humorous at times, and unpredictable.

Can't wait.

This month, we are meeting at Susan's house, Aug 18th at 12:30pm. (Thanks to everyone being willing to switch days and times so that I can come.) We know this is the same day as the other book club, but we figured it was doing the day so there would be no conflict.

Hope to see you all there.

Home For Sale

We just listed our home this week. If you or anyone you know is looking to buy, check out our house! 3 Bedrooms, 1st Floor Study (could be 4th bedroom), 2 1/2 baths, Loft, 3 car garage, backyard is fully landscaped and we have a fabulous lot location...only one neighbor! No houses in front, back or to the north side of our property. Our home is located in a big open culdesac with a greenbelt and walking trails. Tons of space for the kids to play and ride bikes.  Here's the link to the listing.

If you have any questions, email me at kesler999{at}msn{dot}com or you can contact our agent, Carol Sauder with Coldwell Banker at 620-3898. Thanks!

New Baby sitter

I'm Hayden Thomas Dora's son and I turned 13 a couple of weeks ago and have been taking care of my siblings and can do service at your house or my house whatever works for you contact me by calling 505-831-2173 or text me at 505-750-3419 thanks.

House for Rent in Ventana Ranch $1200/ Month

My neighbor is trying to rent her home in Ventana Ranch.

It is 1800 sq feet, 3 bedrooms and an office, 2 bath.  Finished backyard WITH GRASS. 

Single story.  1/2 block from Ventana Ranch Elementary School.

Owner pays Water/Sewer

She is asking $1200 a month.   If you are interested email me at   kelliejh(at)yahoo(dot)com or call, my # is in the Volcano Cliffs directory. 

Thanks!

carpet cleaners

Does anyone have a good carpet cleaner recommendation who has done a good job professionally cleaning their carpets? Has anyone heard of ChemDry and do you have an opinion about them? FYI I have berber carpets and my own machine does NOTHING for it.
melissa dot lee dot spencer at gmail dot com

Help with Roman Shades

Hi! I am new to this blog! I have a good amount of sewing experience, and I am wanting to make some roman shades for my baby's nursery who is due is 4 weeks. I have cut out one of the shades, and need to get some of the hardware, but I am very intimidated on this project. I have never made curtains. I make mostly clothing and quilts. If there is anyone who has experience with roman shades and is willing to 'help a sister out' can you contact me? I would love to have one up and done before he is born. I would be so happy to return the favor and help someone with something the need, too! Give me a call at 505-781-9049 or email me at
carriejelmore{at}gmail(dot)com if you think you might be able to help me out!

zumba

Sorry, this is such late notice. Zumba is on for tomorrow thanks to a last minute helper. See you tomorrow at 8:45am.

Win Cars 2 movie tickets!!!

You can win 2 Cars 2 movie tickets on Facebook by going to Walmart's page and liking them. Then click on Mater's Secret Mission on the left and make a secret code to send to a Facebook friend. When you send it you will win something, coloring page, game online, etc. If you try right at the top of the hour they give away a limited number of $7.50 movie tickets. It took me about 20 tries over the top of 6 different hours, maybe 15 minutes of my time to win twice. If you don't win by 5 after the hour, stop trying till the next hour. This ends on July 14th so don't wait. Go here for more information. Reading through the comments it seems almost everyone wins eventually. Good luck!

Free pizza at Villa

Go here to like Villa Pizza on Facebook and print a coupon for a free slice of pizza. They are in the food court of the Cottonwood Mall.

Crafts at Michaels

Michael's Crafts has a ton of fun crafts for the kids this summer. Most Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays from 11-2 they have a craft. Most are free, some make you buy an item, like this Saturday you have to buy a crown, but they are very cheap. Go here to see all the countries they are visiting with crafts. Today was Russia. Thursday is France and Saturday is the United Kingdom. Click on the countries flag for the date and what they are making.

Dog Sitter

Hannah G. from the Ventana Ward would love to dog sit your dog. She can do it at your house or hers depending on the dogs needs. Look her up in the Ventana Ward Directory or call Julie J. Thanks!!!

Recommendations wanted!

Hi everyone! I'm Tiffany Cardon and I just moved in to the Ventana Ranch Ward. I'm just getting everything situated here with moving and one of the last things on my list was to find insurance and a pediatrician. I was wondering if any of you ladies wouldn't mind commenting or emailing me any recommendations you had on where to go. I would really, really appreciate it!

Especially wondering what everyone does for maternity coverage? I can't find anywhere that will cover it

tiffanycardon(at)gmail(dot)com

Citrus!

If you missed the recipe group, you missed out on some pretty amazing stuff. But not to worry. We will have most the recipes here or here.

Next month we are doing any recipe that includes lemons or limes or oranges. Basically citrus. Try something new. Make something old. Could be a appetizer could be a main dish. Heck, it could be a dessert. Who doesn't love a dessert. Just bring it to share.

Bethany Ostler will let us know the exact date as August approaches.

Oh, yeah. One more thing. If you came today, send me your recipe to stef.burns at gmail.com. If you didn't come, but have a great appetizer you want to share, you can email me too.

Enjoy the rest of your summer!!

Anyone want to adopt a bunny?

Sam and I found a domestic bunny in our garden. I haven't had any luck finding his owners. I believe he was set free. We have him in our home right now but we can't keep him. I contacted the local House Rabbit Society but they can't take him. I'd rather not have to take him to the animal shelter so I'm looking for a home for him. He's super sweet and great with my kids.

Would anyone like to adopt him? Give me a call if you would like to meet him.

Kara 505-710-8042

Recipe Group Today

Hey ladies!
If you are planning on going to the recipe group today at 12pm at Susan's house, please bring at least one copy of your recipe. That way we can get it posted and linked so everyone will have access to the recipe.
Sound good?
Also, if you have a blog and want to link it up to my blog tomorrow, I will have a linky tool so that you can do that. I can tell you how if you are interested.
See ya at noon!
stef

Help with Priesthood for Zumba

Hey ladies,

We need help getting more Priesthood for Zumba on Wednesday mornings at 8:45. If you are able to help out, please email Andrea Rogers @ rogersareblessed(at)gmail(dot)com and let her know who and when they are available.

THIS WEDNESDAY we currently DO NOT have a Priesthood holder. If you know somebody that can be there, please email Jessica at jess_icapickett(at)yahoo(dot)com.

Thank you! :)

baby swing for sale

My neighbors are getting rid of their baby swing. They made it themselves- it's solid and you could even use it for pull-ups if you wanted to. It does NOT disassemble so you'll need some way to take it home as is. Send your best offer to melissa DOT lee DOT spencer AT gmail DOT com. Highest bid gets the swing.

Free Stuff

Hey All,
If anyone is looking for an office desk or kids art easel, here's a picture below. Call me or email me at runningkitty(at}gmail{dot)com. They're free. Renee' D.

looking for a rental

Does anyone know of a rental home available in the Ventana area? I met a great couple at the park who are moving here from Massachusetts and are interested in living in the area. They would prefer a home that is not trying to be sold at the same time as rented...
email her directly (name is Rowena) robandrowe AT mac DOT com

Free Chick A Fila Today!!!!

Join us today at any Chick-fil-A RestaurantCome dressed like a cow from head to hoof and we’ll reward you with a FREE meal. (If you’re a little chicken, don’t worry, a partial costume still receives a free entrée.) And calves in costumes get free meals too; so bring in the whole herd for some family fun.
For more info go here:

http://www.cowappreciationday.com

Sunshine Generation Singing/Dancing Mini-Camp

I just finished directing a full week's summer Sunshine Generation Camp full of singing, choreography, acting, showmanship, confidence building, and fun! I had a blast, and since I have all the music, props, etc, .... I decided to have a mini-camp: (Those that were in June's summer camp were in the 4th of July parade in Rio Rancho, and we handed out flyers for mini camp for $38....but friends price is only $28.

July 25-July 27th (Mon.-Wed.)
9:00-10:15 (ages 3-6) "Me & My Teddy"
10:30-11:45 (ages 7-11) "It's a Sunshine Day"

*Singing, choreography, microphone skills, facial and body expression, prop making, and much much more.

It will be at my home studio. Call 715-2841 or rogersareblessed(at)gmail(dot)com

The last 15 minutes of class on Wednesday, we will have a short performance!

Thanks Andrea R.

Art class reminder

Just a reminder... My Mixed Media art class is starting soon. Join us if your crazy summer schedule will let you! Please let me know by Friday, July 8th.
Thanks, Rachael B.
rachaelboyle(at)gmail(dot)com or our number is in the directory.


Mixed Media
Dates: July 11, 13, 18, 20
Time: 10:00 -11:30am
Cost: $45 per child
*Open to children 5 years old and older who are interested in learning art.

In this session you will learn out-of-the-box art skills while exploring a more contemporary flare to art by using several media for one piece of artwork: paint, paper, sealers, glue, pens... This will push you to create what is not "typical". The goal will be to produce 2 or 3 pieces of artwork that you are proud of. We'll use brushes, sponges, fingers and fabric to apply our media. It's gonna be fun and super messy so bring your own cover-up and wear old clothes.

Sweet and Savory Appetizer Luncheon

Monday, July 11, 12:00
Bring a yummy appetizer to share. Recipes will be posted on blogs throughout the land. Come and enjoy good company and let the kids play while we eat! Held at 7305 Tome Ct In the Trails. Susan T.'s home. Hope to see you there. The above picture are the stuffed pizza rolls I will be making. YUM!

Dog sitter anyone?

We are going out of town this Friday, until the next Friday. July 8th-15th. Does anyone want to watch our dog for us? Our dog Millie loves to be around people, and loves kids and babies. She is very easy going and naps a lot during the day. She is not a barker....only when someone rings the door bell. Since she is an indoor dog, we need a family to take her to their house. She doesn't need to be inside at your place (as long as she has shade and her blanket)....but she will be lonely if she was left at our house alone. (she likes to know someone is there) She doesn't play fetch or anything, but loves to snuggle. (Millie looks like the "Target" dog...with the brown spot around the eye.)

We will pay $40. If you are interested, contact us at rogersareblessed(at)gmail(dot)com or Andrea R. from our phone number is in ward directory.

One more spot left!

Hey ladies!  Just wanted to let you know that I just had a spot open up for my Pioneer Day Camp.  If you’re looking for something fun (and educational!) for your kids to do this summer, let me know.

Here are the details:

Come join us for a westward trek as we learn about the pioneers! We'll be having a grand time as we travel to Nauvoo, Winter Quarters, Chimney Rock, and the Salt Lake Valley on a four day adventure.
Here's a small sampling of some of the activities we'll be doing:

• butter churning
• stick pulling
• button yo-yos
• horseshoe throwing
• crafts
• singing
• marshmallow roasting
• story-telling
• family picnic on the last day

This will be a great opportunity to teach your children about their pioneer heritage in a fun and energetic setting.
Details are as follows:
Ages: 4-6
When: Four days, July 18-22 (NOT on Wednesday, July 20)
Time: 9:30 am to 12 pm
Food: Snacks and drinks will be provided
Cost: $40; family discount rate of $35/child
Location: Chelsey J's house
There will be a limit to how many children can attend, so please register early. There will be a $10 non-refundable deposit due when registering your child. Please contact me at chelsey DOT jorgensen AT gmail DOT com, leave a comment here or call me on the phone number in the ward directory to register. Payment will be accepted via check or Paypal.

Pool Anyone?

The kids and I are going to the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center today at noon if anyone wants to join us. If there is a long wait, we'll go to the Rainbow Pool on Southern a couple miles be hind the Walmart (the one on Unser and Southern).