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I Heart NY

One resident recalls the dismay of getting lost — and thrill of finding his way — through downtown New York City traffic.


Local Planner: Sonoma Raceway

Scratch your motorsports itch with wide-ranging gearhead-friendly events at Sonoma Raceway. Watch NASCAR stars or local public drag racing or drifting programs plus preferred military pricing for retirees.


It’s Not the End of the World

One resident discovers the joy in giving the steering wheel over to others after a lifetime of carpooling, errands and countless miles of driving.


An Irish Christmas

From the gentle huff of a Lionel train to silly family singalongs, Christmas traditions are an unforgettable joy.


The BIG Foxhole

One officer’s journey through the Army headquarters hierarchy trains him for a real-world assignment: parenting.


A Hollywood Oscar Star

A late-day phone call to the Navy Seabee School office led to an unforgettable encounter between the then-CO and a Hollywood star.


Brothers Down Pearl Harbor Day Livestream

Join this free livestream to learn more about the attack on Pearl Harbor from the perspective of 38 sets of brothers who served on the USS Arizona that fateful day.


Illusions of Grandeur

On the road from their Florida training to a Texas assignment, two newly commissioned officers made a play for a round of golf on a spectacular course. One look at a club goer let them know to keep moving.


The Memory Archaeologist

A memory archaeologist helps you sift through your experiences, stories and artifacts of the past to help preserve them for the future. Paradise Valley Estates has been fortunate to have one of the best working with our residents.


Gathering Military Memories at Paradise Valley Estates

Paradise Valley Estates is home to a social outpost familiar to many former military officers. The Club is a both a popular place to gather and remember.