Saturday Movie Night
The movie next Saturday, July 14, should appeal to fans of Westerns and Science Fiction films. Cowboys & Aliens is a 2011 Sci-Fi + Western movie starring Daniel Craig, Harrison Ford, and Olivia Wilde. The main plot revolves around an amnesiac outlaw, a wealthy cattleman and a mysterious traveler who must ally to save a group of townspeople abducted by aliens.
We'll be using the Ramada sound system, so there will be great sound to go with the 100 inch picture. The movie starts at 7:30. Please bring your own refreshments and make a donation to the EE Arts Club for sponsoring Movie Night.

Monsoon Margaritas
Don't miss this special event at the Ramada on Saturday, July 21, at 4:00 pm. Free margaritas and snacks brought to you by Ken and Kay Miller & Tom and Melodye Cooke.

Pool Coverage
Tom Cooke will be away for several weeks, and Bruce Liljegren has agreed to fill in for Tom if any issues come up at the pool. You can contact Bruce at 829-6690.

Great Fourth Party
An enthusiastic crowd of about 50 people attended the celebration of July 4th at the Ramada. After a beautiful day with temperatures in the 80s, a quick monsoon rain shower did nothing to dampen their spirits. July 4th in the 80s--quite a change from the first July 4th event held at the Ramada when it was 106. A few arriving participants were treated to a glimpse of Dean Hess skipping and twirling a brightly decorated umbrella in his own version of "Singing in the Rain." Our spiffy new BBQ made its debut, and perfomed beautifully with the talented Chef Lorraine at the helm. Patriotic songs plugged into the sound system courtesy of Kevin Welsh provided background music. Thanks to our Hospitality Committee and all who helped make this a delightful evening.

New Athletic Contest for EE?
Fired up by the music and good food at the July 4th EE celebration, Lillie Sheehan challenged Kevin Welsh to an arm wrestling contest. The victorious Lillie attributes her strength to frequent workouts at a fitness center where she enjoys watching the firemen next door while waiting for a machine. Kevin claims Lillie winked at him during the match and caused him to lose his focus. Rematch anyone? Perhaps EE has a new sport to promote.

Thanks!
To Kevin Welsh for his continuing efforts to fix the problem with the Wi-Fi at the Ramada. Although the job has proven to be frustrating at times, Kevin has persisted and hopes to have it working this week. Just in case lightning strikes again, EE residents should note that free Wi-Fi internet service is available at Las Campanas Rec Center, Joyner Library, McDonald's at Continental, the Starbucks in both Safeways and at Posada Java.

Malware
If you are reading this memo after Sunday, 9:01 p.m. Arizona time, you obviously didn't lose your Internet connectivity as a result of the well-publicized malware event. Anyone who did experience a problem needs to contact their Internet service provide for help. Thanks to Craig for sending the reminder email on Saturday. From the numerous responses he received, it appears many in EE checked their computers and happily got the "green screen."

Beat the Heat in the Pool
EE aqua exercise is still going strong this summer. The morning group meets at 8 am to beat the heat and draws 6-10 workout-ready EE residents every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Looking for a way to work out without wearing out? Why not join them? There's always room for more in the EE pool.
Prefer a more therapeutic water temperature in the 90's? Check in at the pool at 3 pm to see who shows up on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Kris Bean is taking a break from the leader role, but the regulars know the routine well and will get you moving.

Restroom Report
The new restrooms are not quite ready for "occupancy," but progress continues. Just a few minor additions and a couple of inspections and the grand opening will be scheduled. Perhaps a parade of golf carts pulling their favorite version of an outhouse and the cutting of a toilet paper ribbon at the doors. We'll keep working on the celebration details.

Bee Attacks
The Green Valley News has reported a bee attack in which an 82 year old man was stung between 60 & 100 times. Here are the basics of what to do if you are unfortunate enough to find yourself under attack:
* RUN to shelter in a house, car or other enclosed area.
* Cover your head with whatever you have available to to prevent facial stings.
* Don't jump into a swimming pool. Bees will attack again when you surface.
* Do not swat at the bees.
* Do not try to pull stingers out with fingers or tweezers. Scape them out with a fingernail, credit card or other straight edged object.
* Seek immediate medical attention if you have more than 10-12 stings, are feeling ill, or believe you may be allergic to bee venom.

Weather
Some of you who are away for the summer have told us you like to hear about how the weather is in EE. So far it's been clouding up most afternoons, and there has been thunder and lightening but little rain. One resident reports a total of 3/10's of an inch in his rain gauge for three days of rain. Let's hope for more.