Your Hot Air Balloon Adventure starts with a rise and shine pick-up at 5:45 a.m. After a short drive you will arrive at the launch site where the adventure really begins!

At the launch site, your flight crew will brief you on your balloon adventure. Then, you will watch with awe as your balloon takes shape before your eyes, ultimately standing more than 10 stories tall. Once fully inflated and ready for take off, you’ll climb into the gondola and begin the adventure of a lifetime.

After drifting serenely for approximately an hour we prepare for landing. Once on the ground, we’ll share in the oldest of ballooning traditions, a champagne toast and revel inthe peace, tranquility and beauty that you never before knew existed.

For ballooning we require light winds, good visibility and no precipitation. You’ll fly at approximately1,000 feet above built up areas, but will come down to touch the tree tops orskim across the corn fields if we are out in the countryside.

The flights areapproximately one hour in length; however, we do require about four hours for theentire adventure. As we fly with the prevailing winds, our flight patterns and landing sites vary due to the changing wind directions. There is no wind chill and very little feeling of movement or sensation of height.

Due to insurance restrictions we cannot accept passengers under the age of 10, women

who are/or may be pregnant,or those with heart, back or knee problems. All passengers must be in good physical condition due to the possibility of a rough landing and able to climb in and out of the basket, stand for the entire flight and walk out of afield if necessary.

We suggest you wear layers of comfortable, casual clothing and sensible footwear, not open-toed shoes,heals or sandals. It is recommended that you wear a hat, as residual heat from the burners can make those sensitive to heat uncomfortable. A signed “Waiver ofLiability” must be provided to the pilot.

The cost of the Hot Air Balloon Adventure is $175 per person. That's $100 below the regular price.  The determination to fly is based on weather and wind conditions. We will call you the night before to confirm May 20 is a go and the time. If the flight has to be cancelled due to weather, we will schedule another date. Please sign up at the monitor’s desk by May 15.

Lunch ‘n Learn

“LUNG CANCER AND YOU”
Monday, May 20, 11:30 a.m.

 

Join MountainView Hospital for a Lunch ‘n’ Learn on “Lung Cancer and YOU” presented by Physician/Speaker  Arnold Chung, M.D. ofMountainView Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Associates on Monday, May 20at 11 a.m. Learn about the signs, symptomsand treatment options for Lung Cancer. MountainView Hospital will provide lunch. Please sign up with at the monitor’s desk by Friday, May 17.

 

 

Lunch 'n' Learn

Financial Confusion to Financial Clarity

Tuesday, May 21, 11:30 a.m.


Are you confused about which financial companies/advisors/instrument are right for you? If you answered yes, you are like most people. We want to help eliminate your financial question marks!

 

Adam Goodman, founder of Lifetime IncomeServices LLC, will discuss competitors in the financial services who are vying for your retirement, investment and savings dollars, and the financial options they offer. You will come away with an understanding of which financial instruments (if any) are right for you!

 

You will also receive a helpful handout of suggested questions to ask anyone who is currently helping you or you are considering to assist you with your financial/protection needs.  Join your SCAL neighbors on Tuesday May 21, at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by Monday, May 20.










American Mah Jongg Club Tournament

Wednesday, May 22, 8:15 a.m.

 

Sun City Aliante American Mah Jongg Club will host the semi-annual Tournament on Wednesday, May 22. Check in at 8:15 a.m.;the tournament starts at 9 a.m.   A continental breakfast will begin the day’s activities, followed by a catered Chinese lunch at noon. The club will also provide afternoon snacks. The cost for the tournament is$40. Please sign up by May 14. If you would like to volunteer to help or want additional information, please contact Carol Rothman at (702) 202-6915 and emailkikiwho@earthlink.net or Arlene Harris at (702)633-5798 and owllady43@gmail.com.

 

 

Lunch ’n’ Learn

Seven Out Of 10 Air Conditioners

Are Wasting Energy!

Wednesday, May 22, 11:30 a.m.

 

Living in the Las Vegas Valley, we experience 310+ days of direct sun, and it is important to have your air conditioner running at tip-top shape. The way to assure that is to have preventative maintenance check ups done on a regular basis. Learn important facts that will keep your air conditioner running smoothly and save you valuable money! The benefits of precision maintenance are that 93% of emergency breakdowns which occur can be planned or prevented with proper programmed maintenance. Chris Roth, the owner of Climate Control Experts, will offer tips guaranteed to save you money! Lunch will beserved. Sign up at the monitor’s desk

by May 21.

 

 

 




Lunch in Boulder City & Historic

Eldorado Canyon Mine Tour




Thursday, May 23, Departs SCAL at 10 a.m.

 

Join us for lunch and shopping in quaint, historic Boulder City and tour the historical Techatticup Mine in Eldorado Canyon. Our adventure will begin at 10 a.m. when we head out to Boulder City, Nevada. You’ll have an hour to enjoy lunch (on your own) at Evan’s Old Town Grille, a restaurant which features a variety of salads, sandwiches, pastas, seafood and other specialties at reasonable prices. After lunch, you’ll have free time to stroll down Main Street and peek into any of the many unique boutiques and maybe even take a “treasure” home.  We’ll depart Boulder City at 1:30 p.m. and head for Nelson, Nevada, where we’ll begin the Historical Techatti cup Mine Tour

at 2 p.m.

1880s Mine Tour - This guided above and below ground mining tour will take you into the mine and the history of the oldest and most famous gold mine in Southern Nevada. This tour will consist of a walking tour of the old Techatticup Millsite. Then we'll explore the Savage Mine some 500 feet, where you will view up and down stopes and actually see the veins they chased.The air temperature in the mine is a cool comfortable 70 degrees year round.

This tour will take approximately one hour.  Due to the extensive walking involved, no handicap devices, walkers or wheelchairs can be accommodated for this trip. Residents are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes.  Don’t forget to bring your camera. The cost of the trip is only $25, which includes your transportation and the admission tour. Sign up at the monitor’s desk by May 16.




“Catch Me If You Can” Broadway Musical

Thursday, June 20, Departs SCAL at 6:15 p.m.

 

Based on the hit Dream Works filmand the true story that inspired it, “Catch Me If You Can,” is the high-flying,splashy new Broadway musical that tells the story of Frank W. Abagnale, Jr., at eenager who runs away from home in search of the glamorous life. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forgedchecks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer — living thehigh life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank’s lies catch theattention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl chases Frank to the end… and finds something he never expected. The bus will depart at 6:15 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m.show.

 

The cost for Box Tier Seats and transportation is $141. Ten sign ups are needed for the group ticket price; twenty are needed for the bus. Signup at the monitor’s desk by May 23.

 

Weight Watchers Meetings at Aliante!!

 

Day:         Tuesdays, through July 30
Time:     10 a.m.

Location: SCAL Community Center

 

It’s not too late to sign up if you are interested. Contact Deb Pridgett at 702.432.6683 ext 312, or email mailto:heather.avila@wwlv.biz.You can also visit the Tuesday 10 a.m. class.

You can stay informed of the latest updates by going to the resident home page and clicking on the Activities/Fitness tab at the top of the page, then the Calendar change tab from the drop down menu. If you have questions about the website, email:suncitycommunicationscommittee@gmail.com.

This excursion was rescheduled from April 17 to May 29

 

50 Greatest Photographs

An Exhibition from National Geographic

Wednesday, May 29, Departs at 19:30a.m.

 

Discover the untold stories of these iconic photographs. Fifth of the magazine’s most celebrated photographs from its 125 year history are on display for a limited engagement at the Venetian in Las Vegas. 

 

On this tour you will be transported behind the lens of some of National Geographic’s most engaging images. Join us on May 29 for this fantastic tour. The bus departsSCAL at 10:30 a.m. Gallery tickets and transportation are only $23.

 

Sign up atthe monitor’s desk by May 23. You will have 90 minutes after visiting the gallery to have lunch on your own at the Venetia

Ist and 2^nd Row Seating for this performance

Olympia Dukakis in Rose a Concert Reading

May 21, 7:30pm

A remarkable life that began in a tiny Russian village,moved on to Warsaw’s ghettos and ship called The Exodus, and finally tothe boardwalks of Atlantic City, the Arizona Canyons and salsa-flavored nightsin Miami Beach. A portrait of a feisty Jewish woman who has survived someof the major events that shaped the 20th century with humor, guile, and spirit.

Frank Abagnale: Catch Me If You Can

May 30, 2013, 7:30 p.m.

The notorious imposter and trickster who inspired theaward-winning movie and Broadway musical, Catch Me If You Can, comes to TheSmith Center. Frank Abagnale, known as America’s most gifted con man, takes audiences on a roller coaster ride as he tells his story of impersonating apilot, pediatrician, stockbroker, college professor and even an assistant attorney general, all while cashing $2.5 million dollars in forged checks.