Jan Bobbett Finding the right book in our library is always a challenge—not because of the selection. There are plenty to choose from. It’s just that making choices can be challenging. I really like regular fiction hardbacks, so I frequently wander through the hardback fiction section. That offers quite an array, and it’s fun to…
One the best parts of being a Chordaire is singing at private events like holiday parties, club celebrations, or at care homes. A highlight of our holiday experience was our appearance at two assisted living homes in Chandler, Desert Springs and Spring Garden, both owned by Autry and Marriza Palacios. The staff invited residents’ family…
Harry Huckemeyer The Short Line Model Railroad Club always welcomes all who have followed our activities and events over the years, and we are looking forward to a busy agenda that will be leading us all to an exciting and challenging time during this new year. It’s a little early in the planning stages, but…
Brian Curry “All systems are go,” said Lead Home Assessment Fire Corps member Randy Smith, as the Arizona Fire & Medical Authority’s Home Safety Assessment program officially started back up last month. AFMA Fire Corps trained volunteers look for home hazards and make recommendations to Sun Lakes homeowners. Smith explained, “Our men and women basically…
Susan Gottschalk We enjoyed the holidays! We decorated, baked, entertained, and celebrated our way nicely into 2023. Slowly we move back into a regular routine, enjoying sunshine and warm weather, even a bit of rain and some clouds. Life is good! We are blessed, and we are thankful. And we especially enjoy the Sisk Park…
Congratulations to this year’s recipients who will be honored at a gala banquet at IronOaks on March 12. Each recipient represents thousands of hours of service to various organizations such as Sun Lakes Posse, Neighbors Who Care, HOA boards and committees, golf leagues, Rotary, Lions Club, and other community groups and activities that make Sun…
Barb Hyder It’s a proven fact that singing in a chorus is more fun when surrounded by friends, singing their hearts out. According to recent research, humans are wired for rhythmic togetherness and bond best when making music with each other. Why? Studies show that singing in a chorus improves our mood, with a decrease…
Cheers is a social club with membership of 190 and growing. We are open to singles in Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Whether you are a year-round resident or visit us during the winter months, you are invited to become a part of the Cheers family. We offer many activities and programs, including…
Lion John Peterson On Jan. 5 the Sun Lakes Lions Club celebrated the 15 Chandler Unified School District students who submitted 2022 Peace Posters. Parents and teachers of the students were present also. The winner of the contest was Alessandra Walden, a 6th grade student from Riggs Elementary.
Larry Wolfe Dave Kratz was born in Warren, Ohio, and spent his younger years in Fort Mitchell, Ky., before his family moved to Tucson when he was 10. He graduated from Cholla High School in Tucson where he played basketball, baseball, and tennis for the Chargers. Basketball was “his game” as a high schooler. He…