Paullene Caraher The next oil sharing will be on February 7, the first Wednesday, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. We will be making a blend for digestion problems. As we age, we find we cannot easily digest certain foods. Sometimes the food is too rich, too coarse or maybe we cannot chew as well as we did…
February 2018
Sports, February 2018
Debbie’s Ace
Debbie Ramirez Koch, Oakwood homeowner, scored her first ever hole-in-one on January 4, 2018, on the Oakwood Country Club – Sonoran hole #3 from 94 yards using a 6 iron!
Sports, February 2018
Cottonwood Tennis Club offers free lessons to newcomers and members
Penny Petersen Cottonwood Tennis Club has a long history of introducing newcomers to the joys of tennis as well as providing competitive and non-competitive ways to enjoy the sport. One of the best offerings CTC has is the free lessons provided every Monday and Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. from early October through April. The…
Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Hiking safely in the desert
Judith Kuse Hiking in the desert calls for good preparation and a keen sense of one’s capabilities. Hydration is of utmost importance. Drink a liter of water one to two hours before hiking. Carry one liter of water per hour you plan to hike, especially when it’s hot or you’re hiking at a higher altitude.…
Generals, February 2018
Performing again in 2018
Lisa Wall Happy New Year and welcome to 2018, Sun Lakers. It is time again for happy hour and lots of fun. If you like music, Diana Perez will be back to sing her songs with her sidekick Buddy Apfel to entertain you as you settle into “Paradise” here in our wonderful community. If you…
Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Exercise to Latin and other rhythms
Lesly Holness Low impact and high energy. Burn calories and have fun at the same time! I exercise for confidence, strength and health. The feeling after a workout of accomplishment and stress relief is amazing. I guarantee you will have tons of fun and your stress level will go way down while your energy level…
Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Aero Club members hear about F-35 fighter jet
Gary Vacin Sun Lakes Aero Club members and guests attending the group’s December 18 gathering heard all about the F-35 fighter jets. Maj. Peter Cossette, an F-35 instructor pilot at Luke AFB, briefed the audience on what it’s like to fly the supersonic aircraft, which has become the backbone of the U.S. Air Force’s strike…
Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Lady Sluggers season is underway
Larry Wolfe The Lady Sluggers senior softball team began their season on January 3. The Sluggers play in the Valley of the Sun League which includes nine other teams from throughout the Valley. The 30-game season includes 15 doubleheaders with eight home doubleheaders scheduled to be played at the Field of Dreams. Game time is…
Front Page, February 2018
Forget Me Not Dinner
Pastor Jerry McGhee I’m old enough to remember World War II. I remember the air raid drills, the ration coupons to purchase sugar, car tires and other items in short supply. I even remember the president’s “Fireside Chats” – although I do not remember the details of the messages to the nation. I remember a…
Sports, February 2018
Sun Lakes Tennis Club monthly dinner and meeting
Jerry Vance If you were not there on Wednesday evening, January 9, you missed a great dinner with the tennis club friends. The Sun Lakes Tennis Club meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. to enjoy food and friendship and have a meeting. We play every week at the Sun Lakes courts…