DC Ranch.com
A publication of the DC Ranch Community Council
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September 2014 • Vol. 6, No. 8
After two years of planning, The Country Club at DC Ranch is undergoing an extensive renovation to better serve the needs of its members. From a new lounge in the clubhouse to renovated bunkers on the golf course, the Club’s improvements are scheduled to be finished just in time for the holidays. | Page 12
IN THIS ISSUE
Cyclist Shayna Elizabeth turned a devastating accident into a source of motivation through perseverance.
Ranch News Highlights. . . . . . . . . 2
Arts and Culture. . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Professional Profile. . . . . . . . . . . 5
Around Scottsdale. . . . . . . . . . 11
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. . 6
Tour Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Tour de Scottsdale . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Around the Ranch. . . . . . . . . . 14
Tour inspiration: Cyclist finds inner strength to overcome near-death injuries Two years ago, Shayna Elizabeth was hit by a drunk driver while cycling and left on
the side of the road. She sustained traumatic injuries to nearly every part of her body, and doctors said it would be years before Shayna could ever train or compete again.
MONTHLY PLANNER THURSDAY, SEPT. 4
Passport to Art: Fiona Price
5:30 p.m. | Desert Camp Community Center WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 10
DC Ranch Women Luncheon
11:30 a.m. | The Silverleaf Club THURSDAY, SEPT. 18
DC Ranch Film Club: Love is Strange
5:30 p.m. | Desert Camp Community Center MONDAY, SEPT. 8
Ranch Association Board of Directors
6 p.m. | The Homestead Community Center Community Calendar Pg. 7
Just a year later, the avid cyclist crossed the finish line in one of the world’s most challenging endurance competitions. Her next feat is riding in the Tour de Scottsdale to continue her road to recovery and journey to regain self-confidence. | Page 8 RANCH ASSOCIATION
MARKETPLACE
New online security resources just a click away
Rosati’s serves up a deep-dish taste of Chicago
Need to set up gate access for a new car? Leaving on vacation and want reassurance of safety? The all-new Security section on DCRanch.com offers residents a variety of safety services with an easy-to-navigate page. | Page 3
More than 50 years ago, the Rosati family introduced its authentic Italian cuisine to the suburbs of the Windy City. Now their deep-dish pizzas, mouth-watering sandwiches, and savory pastas are served at a new location in DC Ranch Crossing. | Page 4
Photo: Shayna Elizabeth
Country Club gets ready for extensive renovation reveal