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Leisure World News • Recreation • January 2023 B13 1652 N Higley Rd (NW Corner Higley & Baseline) • www.zapponesbistro.com 480-218-2338 $ 9.99 9.99 Early Bird Special 3:00-5:00PM Spaghetti and Meatball Penne alla Vodka Rigatoni Bolognese Baked Pesto Rigatoni Molly’s Miles As we start the New Year, many of you probably have New Year’s resolutions. I know mine typically include personal goals for my mental and physical wellness, like eating better, working out more, or even meditating 5 minutes a day. Even though these may not make it past January 31st, it is still in good practice to (try) setting goals for yourself for 2023. As I sat down to write January’s Molly’s Miles I asked myself how it could pertain to travel, and I realized that although our resolutions may have good intentions for us and our want for better health, maybe we should shift our resolutions this year into things that make us happy. What if we made some fun resolutions for ourselves? Resolutions that sought to go out and do, and fulfill the desires you may have, but haven’t been able to carry out in the past few years. When it comes to travel, many of us have always had the desires to go here or go there, but haven’t been able to make a point in getting there due to our daily lives getting in the way. I believe that 2023 is the year for us all to do a little more of what we want to do, go the places we want to go, and spend time with the people we want to spend time with. If traveling is something that you want to make a point of carrying into your 2023, then there are plenty of opportunities for you here in Leisure World to do so. Whether it is a day tour, a night out to a show, an overnight trip, or a multi-day tour, we have many upcoming travel opportunities to get you out and about, and maybe even become one of your resolutions for the New Year. In 2023, alongside our monthly offerings of day tours and overnight tours, we are partnering with Collette Travel to bring two amazing multi-day trips to Leisure World, Ireland in July 2023 and Nashville in September 2023. Shades of Ireland is a 10-day tour that will take you through 5 beautiful cities: Dublin, Waterford, Killarney, Limerick, and Killiney. Some highlights of this trip include kissing the Blarney Stone, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Waterford Crystal Factory, Cliffs of Moher, a stay at Fitzpatrick Castle, and so much more. If you may not be interested in an international tour just yet, Discover Nashville is a 5-day tour that takes you through the paths that music legends walked. Whether it is Doris Day, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Louis Armstrong, or Neil Diamond, you will be able to see a live performance at the Grand Ole Opry where all of these musicians left their mark, as well as the Country Music Hall of Fame and RCA Studio B. No matter which tour better suits your needs, travelling with Collette grants you numerous amenities that you may not be able to find by travelling on your own. Collette Travel grants you worry-free cancellation, giving a full cash refund right up to the day of departure, airport pick- up and drop-off, and on-tour coverage whether you need to return home early, lost luggage, need medical assistance, or anything else that disrupts your tour. The advantage to travelling with Collette is having a tour manager doing all of the work for you, and the multiple guides that you will be given throughout your tour, to give you the best, most authentic experience possible. These tours are truly made for your enjoyment, all you have to do is be along for the ride! If you are interested in either of these trips, please see the information below, or come into the Recreation Office to get a full day-by-day itinerary and registration information. Make yourself a New Year’s resolution today to do something for you, whether it has to do with travel or not. Doing and experiencing things that makes us happy and fulfills our desires is healthy for us too. It puts us into a happy mental state, which grants us an overall better wellbeing as a whole. In my opinion, that is much healthier for us than eating more vegetables. Happy New Year! Molly As the longest running tour operator in North America, Collette has been providing guided travel for 102 years. They offer trips on all seven continents, allowing guests to fulfill their deepest travel aspirations. As a family owned and operated business, they consider our travelers to be our personal guests. Collette understands that each guest is unique, so we offer a variety of travel styles, including small groups, single hotel stays, faith-based experiences and river cruises. Stop by the Rec. Office for more information and registration sheets. Travel is Calling - Collette Trips Shades of Ireland July 21 - 30, 2023 Discover Nashville September 24 - 28, 2023 Walk in the footsteps ofmusic legends and feel the beat of the city’s dynamic energy. This is Nashville. Visit the recording studio where country’s best artists poured their soul into the mic – RCA Studio B. Hop on the city trolley and hop off wherever you choosewith your included tour pass. Venture into the historic Ryman Auditoriumwith an expert insider. Take your seat at the Grand Ole Opry for a bucket-list performance. After a choice of visiting historic Carnton House or Leiper’s Fork Whiskey Distillery, enjoy free time to explore the unique shops and excellent restaurants of the cozy town of Franklin. Tap your feet and line dance your way through this upbeat, legend- making capital of Tennessee. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1102697 From history-filled Dublin to the rolling green hills and dramatic coast, experience Ireland’s charms on a journey through the Emerald Isle. Choose how you explore the city of Dublin. Kiss the Blarney Stone at historic Blarney Castle. See Killarney from an Irish jaunting car. Pick from a selection of the best restaurants with our Diner’s Choice program. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. See border collies in action during a traditional sheepdog demonstration. Stand in awe at the top of the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. A vibrant blend of captivating culture and stunning nature, this is the Ireland you’ve always imagined. https://gateway.gocollette.com/ link/1128614 FREE Breakfast or Lunch Special! Buy one regular menu item and beverage and get a second regular menu item of equal or lesser value for free. Limit one per person per ticket per visit. Must present coupon to be eligible for discount. • Hamburgers • Pancakes • Waffles • French Toast • Omelets • Homemade Soups • Salads • Sandwiches • Breakfast Specials starting at $6.95 MON-SAT 8-5 // FRI & SAT 7-5 // CLOSED SUNDAYS CHECK OUT OUR FULL MENU ONLINE SASSYSCAFE.COM BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DESSERT 1815 S. CRIMSON, STE 110 480-687-8669 4210 E MAIN ST 480-649-3067 TWO MESA LOCATIONS