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Monday Morning Memo

January 12, 2026

Esperanza Estates

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Official Business

President's Message

By Kevin Welsh

The HOA Annual Meeting will be held at CPAC (map) on January 19 at 1:00 p.m. Arrive early to get checked in and receive your 2026 HOA Name and Address Directory. This is a meeting of the homeowners where the HOA reports on the activities of the past year and presents plans for the new year. This is not a business meeting—no votes will be taken. It is your opportunity to interact with the Board directly. The results of the Directors' election will be announced to begin the meeting, and the new Directors will take their places on the Board. At the conclusion of the annual meeting, the Board will meet in special session to elect officers for the new year.

Mark your calendar—we look forward to a full house!

Notice of HOA Dues for 2026

Source: Dean Lockwood, EE HOA Treasurer, 612-240-0945

The Annual Assessment bills for 2026 (HOA dues) have been delivered to each residence. If you have not received your bill, please contact Dean Lockwood at

612-240-0945. The dues were due on January 1, 2026. Please use the envelope included with the bill and either mail or drop off your payment at the Suggestion Box at the Ramada. Thanks in advance for your prompt payment.

Pool Reminder

Source: Jim Gardner

No glass of any kind is allowed in the pool area. This includes glassware, beer bottles, and wine bottles. Any glass breakage near or in the pool or spa may require the pool to be drained and cleaned. 

Thanks,

Jim Gardner

Neighborhood News

The Hospitality Committee Invites you to "SOUPer Supper"

The Hospitality Committee invites you to join us for a SOUPer Supper on Tuesday, January 20 at the Ramada. 

Our team is making up a variety of 18 of their favorite soups for you to enjoy, including: Zuppa Toscata, Clam Chowder, Cheeseburger w/sausage, Curried Squash, Vegetarian Chili, Black Bean Sausage, Broccoli Cheddar, Chicken Noodle, Cullen Skins (Scottish fish/potato soup) and more!!! This meal will also include a salad, dinner rolls, and dessert.   

The cost of this meal will be $10.00, which will include complimentary beverages (beer, wine, water, soda, and coffee).  Hospitality will also provide plates, bowls, cups, and utensils. We will have our patio heaters ready to warm us all up!   

At the end of the evening, if there is extra soup, you will be able to purchase a 16 oz. to-go container for $5.00! It’s a great way to have a meal “lurking” in your refrigerator or freezer!

We would like to encourage you to bring a can or two of soup (or any non-perishable item) for the local food bank!

If you are new to Esperanza Estates, you will also be able to order name tags this night.

Event: Souper Supper, Tuesday, Jan. 20

Place: The Ramada

Time:  The bar will open at 4:30 pm., with dinner service at about 5:00 pm.

Cost: $10.00 at the door (Cash, please)

Please Bring: Cans of soup for the local Food Bank.

We look forward to seeing you!

EE Arts and Crafts Group

Source: Janet Shown

Upcoming art project: pebble art - with wine!

Date and time: 10 a.m. -11:30 Tuesday, January 13 

Location: EE Ramada 

Join the fun at the EE Arts and Crafts Group as we turn pebbles and twigs into creative art projects. Janet has collected enough pebbles for at least 6 to 10 people, so RSVP soon to claim your set. Additional supplies will be available, but you may wish to bring twigs, fauna, E6000 or similar glue, and a backing for your art. BYOB of wine or other beverage   

RSVP to Janet Shown at 720-749-0273 or jansho@yahoo.com. Everyone is welcome; no experience necessary. Residency in Esperanza Estates is not required. 

Hospitality Meeting

Source: Robin Lockwood and Debbie Ries 

The Hospitality Committee will be meeting on Wednesday, January 14, at 1:00 PM at the Ramada. We will be finalizing details for our January and February events.  If you are interested in serving on this committee and working with some wonderful EE friends, we welcome you to join in planning and hosting a monthly dinner event at the Ramada. We will have the heaters going if needed.

Thirsty Thursday

We will have Thirsty Thursday this week, on Thursday, January 15, at 4 p.m., at the Ramada. We'll keep the same no-host plan, which means BYOB and snacks, and we all help with the cleanup.

Just a note about cleanup....since we don't have a host, we all need to pitch in and put the Ramada back in order when we leave. That means moving the chairs and tables back, picking up the pillows, cleaning the kitchen area, and throwing away our trash, among other things. Please pitch in as much as you can before you leave.

Book Club

Source: Hugh Rhine

The book group will meet again on Jan 15 at 11:00 at the Ramada.

We will discuss the book "Life After Power" by Jared Cohen. 

This book offers the lives of seven of our presidents after they have left office.

These are the seven past presidents and their individual search for purpose after leaving one of the most powerful and influential jobs an individual can hold.

Good To Know

Free Presentation

Move Your Body 2026

Free presentation at the Ramada on January 15 at 2 pm. 

Presented by Molly Sheridan - Ultrarunner-coach

and Che Thompson 

Join Molly Sheridan, ultrarunner, coach, world record holder, and the oldest

woman to complete 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days (2025) — alongside

Che Thompson, fitness instructor, owner of Madera Fitness, and voted one of

Green Valley’s Top Coaches.

This fun and informative presentation will cover:

✅ 5 simple steps to become more active in 2026

✅ 5 easy chair exercises you can do at home to improve strength and flexibility

✅ Tips and tricks to walk more effectively for better cardio fitness

Whether you’re an active walker, an occasional runner, or starting from zero, this

presentation will help you move toward better health in the new year.

It’s FREE. It’s FUN. And it’s all about helping you feel fitter in 2026!

Please rsvp molly.sheridan@yahoo.com

Pickleball News and Events

Source: Sharon Falor

Tuesday Skills and Drills Sessions:

Are you interested in learning the proper techniques and footwork for playing pickleball? The Pickleball Club is offering a series of skill sessions beginning Tuesday, January 6 at 11:00. These sessions are geared for new through intermediate level players.  Learning proper footwork and movement, grip and grip pressure, shots and shot selection, court coverage, rules, and scoring will enable you to become addicted to the fastest-growing sport in America. These sessions are all free. Just dress for success: athletic shoes, warm-ups or shorts, hat or visor, eye protection, and sunscreen. Please bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the activity. Come join us every Tuesday at 11:00. All residents are welcome!

Sunday Ladder League:

Every Sunday at 12:00 from now through April 5, the Pickleball Club is offering a competitive opportunity for all intermediate to advanced-level players. Ladder League is played in a Round Robin format, and each player’s score from each round is tallied, and a ladder is built based on cumulative scores weekly. Please text Coach at 928-953-3474 to be included in the weekly invite. 16 players play each week. 8 games to 11 win by 2 are played each Sunday. If this sounds like fun, please text 928-853-3474 and join the league.

Green Valley Community Chorus

Source: Mary Hess and Linda Seilken

Mary Hess and Linda Seilken encourage neighbors to join them in singing with the Green Valley Community Chorus. Concert dates are Monday evening, March 23, at 7:00 PM, and Tuesday afternoon, March 24, at 2:30 PM, at Valley Presbyterian Church. Rehearsals for our spring term begin on Saturday, January 10, at St. Francis Episcopal Church at 600 S La Cañada Drive. Please get in touch with Linda Seilken at 908-240-1887 for more information.

Lost and Found

Ramada Donation Notice of Lost Item

From Claudia Rose

While organizing donated items, a small bag of military pins was found. They are US Marine Vietnam veterans, possibly belonging to a Lt. Col. If anyone realizes they were included in error, please contact Claudia Rose at 651-332-0860.

Thoughts For The Day

Funny Bone

Source: Dad Jokes, Snoopy Jokes, Anonymous Jokes, and Pinterest

Please send your neighborhood pictures, jokes, suggestions, and comments to

John Nesavich, jnesavich@gmail.com, 303-880-3261

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