HAPPY FALL RESIDENTS AND VISITORS!

It’s fall in the mountains which means that the season is coming to an end, but we are so thankful that you joined the Woodfield community.  We have a few events planned to round out the season and we are looking forward to seeing you there. 

We would love to have you join the fun next season!  We still have some RV space openings for the 2021 season, but we are filling up fast.  Call the RV Office or stop by to reserve your space.  The Woodfield Team has sold a record-breaking number of homes, but there are still many beautiful sites still available throughout the Community.  Phase V is well under way and we are releasing new Park Model sites weekly for your perfect summer retreat.  Stop by the Sales Office or give Smitty a call to discuss your options! 

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A WORD (AND RECIPE) FROM NICOLE

Here we are…October.  As the season draws to an end, I would like to thank each and every one of you for making 2020 a great season.  While this season was an unprecedented one, the Woodfield community made it successful, nonetheless.  I look forward to seeing you next season!  We will get back into the swing of things with holiday celebrations, potlucks, clubs, and my personal favorite, Parade of Homes and Poker Run, along with many other social events.  I hope that you all have a great rest of the year and I look forward to seeing you next season.  Oh, speaking of season!  If you get a chance before your departure, take some time to drive up the mountain toward Greer to see the splendor of the changing seasons on the mountain.     

The changing of seasons brings a change in my cooking routine.  I am a huge fan of soup!  My boys are not as fond of it as I am but that does not keep me from whipping some up at least once a week in the cooler months.  This recipe is a favorite of mine and thankfully, the boys do not mind it either (as long as it has tortellini in it).

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.  Add carrots and onion and sauté 3-4 minutes, add garlic and sauté 1 minute longer.  Pour mixture into a slow cooker along with tomatoes, vegetable broth, basil, bay leaves and sugar.  Stir and season with salt and pepper to taste.  Cover slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3 1/2 hours.  Remove bay leaves then puree mixture well.  I use my blender but an emulsion blender does the trick also.  Add puree mixture back into slow cooker and reduce heat to warm, stir in heavy cream.  Let soup warm through and serve topped with parmesan cheese and fresh basil.  Serve with a nice, crusty garlic bread.

Notes

• Looking to make this soup a bit heartier?  Add refrigerated cheese tortellini or italian sausage (or both!).
• This soup makes great leftovers, but you can most definitly halve the recipe to make less.

WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?

Please join me in welcoming Woodfield's newest residents!

Gary & Diane, space #101

Al & Meg, space #413

Steve & Marty, space #122

Richard & Vicki, space #201

Rick & Sally, space #202

Bill & Glenda, space #221

It feels good to live in a neighborly community like Woodfield.  Consider reaching out to your neighbors and get connected.  As you stroll by their new home and see them settling in, please help me celebrate their arrival by introducing yourself.

WOODFIELD HAPPENINGS

While we understand that the COVID-19 virus is still a looming situation, we will cautiously move forward with a few events to close out the year.  As always, we welcome all to participate but we do understand and have no hard feelings should you choose not to.  Hand sanitizer will be available.  We respectfully request that you stay home if you are feeling under the weather no matter the symptoms.

WOODFIELD UPDATES & REMINDERS

• To ensure the renewal of your storage site for the 2021 season, the $30 fee for May 2021 needs to be paid by October 20, 2020.  If the site is not paid for by then it will be reassigned to someone on the waiting list.  Please contact Penny to pay your renewal deposit.

• If you plan to have Ben Rush winterize your home, please remember to give him a call as soon as possible to get on his schedule.  Ben's contact info can be found here.

• If you would like to keep your electric on for the winter season, there will be a $35 per month minimum charge.  This will be billed and collected on May 1st for the previous six months.  If you turn your electric off there is no cost.  We perform routine maintenance to the system over the winter and the power will be turned off intermittently so paying for electric in the winter is not an alternative to winterizing.  We still highly recommend winterizing your home.

• The Show Low Senior Patrol offers a home watch program.  Stop by the RV office to pick up a registration form to have them look after your home during the winter months.  This program operates through the generous donations from the community and donations are used for various programs, outreach activities and uniforms.  Please consider donating should you choose to utilize this service.

RESIDENT GROUPS

• Nine-Hole Golf:  Coordinated by Jerry Stimson.  Nine-holers will play on Wednesday mornings at Silver Creek Golf Club.  Tee times will be determined based on the response received.  The nine-holers play very casual golf and new golfers are always welcome.  If interested, contact Jerry at 520-488-0088.

• 18-Hole Golf:  Coordinated by John Bishop.  Wednesday mornings at Silver Creek Golf Club.  If interested, contact John at 810-569-1991 or stop by his home at space #106.

• Wednesday, Women, Wine and Whatever:  Join the women of Woodfield to create and deepen friendships.  Every Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. at The Plaza.  Bring your wine (or preferred drink of choice) and a folding chair if you prefer and come enjoy a fun night.  Please contact Patti at space #402 if you have questions.

• Exercise with Mike Monday and Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at The Plaza.  Equipment needed is a yoga-type mat, light weights (3-10 pounds) and, if you want, bring a ball to sit on for the core portion of the program.