David Zapatka “The 59th Street Bridge Song,” known by many as the “Feelin’ Groovy” song by Simon and Garfunkel, came on the radio. I was asked if I knew the history behind the word “groovy,” which led to this month’s WOTM. Groovy: ˈgrü-vē Adjective 1. marvelous, wonderful, excellent 2. hip, trendy Origin and Etymology: “Pertaining to a groove,” from groove (n.) + -y (2). Slang sense…
Category: November 2020
Features, November 2020
Dollars & Sense: VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan
Melanie Sedam If you have an existing VA-backed home loan and want to reduce your monthly mortgage payments (or make your payments more stable), an interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) may be right for you. Refinancing lets you replace your current loan with a new one under different terms. Find out if you are eligible…
Features, November 2020
Autumn Musings
Bonnie Nowicki, Master Gardener As I compose this article, the month of October is coming to a close, the Green Valley heat gauge still registers 90 degrees plus, our country is mostly housebound, and a vital election is looming. What more can happen this year? The holiday season! I am feeling overwhelmed. Presently, I am…
Generals, November 2020
Dr. Saunders to Speak at AAUW Virtual Meeting
Barbara Stewart Dr. Bonnie F. Saunders, currently interim president of the League of Women Voters of Arizona, will be our speaker at the Nov. 16 meeting of the Southeast Valley Branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women). AAUW meets via Zoom, gathering at 4:30 p.m. with the program at 5 p.m. The league provides…
Features, November 2020
U.S. Military History
Veterans Day Ross Dunfee The bloodiest conflict so far in history, five years from June 28, 1914, to June 28, 1919, was finally over. Suffering, misery, and carnage caused by The Great War, (World War I), would cease. World War I claimed between 15 and 22 million lives from more than two dozen countries, including…
Clubs & Classes, November 2020
Canned Goods Drive a Smashing Success
Peggy McGee The first ever canned goods and paper products drive for homeless veterans, held on Oct. 24, rose above our highest expectations thanks to the generosity of the Quail Creek community. The Women of Quail Creek ladies, who collected the food at the four locations, all commented on the variety of foods chosen. So many…
Features, November 2020
American Authors, Artists, and Architects: An East Coast Tour in September 2021
Jean Tittle Isn’t it about time to travel again? This small group tour of the houses, gardens, and studios of America’s literary greats, famous artists, and a world class architect will bring to life the impact artistic genius has had on American culture. We will visit the homes of Louisa May Alcott, William Cullen Bryant,…
Features, November 2020
Madaras Gallery Calendar of Events
Laurie Martell November 2020 Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 1 through 8. “The Art of Respite” 2020 annual fall show. View 25 new original paintings by acclaimed southwest artist Diana Madaras. The show, featuring original acrylics, watercolors, and pastels, includes imagery of…
Generals, November 2020
An Invitation to Southeast Valley Branch of AAUW
Barbara Stewart Area residents interested in empowering women and advancing equal opportunities for women and girls are invited to join the Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Membership is open to those with an associate (or equivalent degree from an accredited institution), bachelor’s, or advanced degree. Membership forms are available…
Clubs & Classes, November 2020
Attention All Bridge Players—Warm Up Your Computers!
Mickey Zimny Gary Mitchell, an American Contract Bridge League Diamond Life Master and teacher, is offering a webinar (Zoom seminar) on Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. until noon. The topic will be hand evaluation, which is the basis of all close bidding decisions. For example: Is my balanced 17 count too good to open…