Cindy Edwards February found 60 of our members participating in a very popular event, our Handicap Tournament. Week one consisted of a two-person scramble and week two a better ball game. The overall winners were Kathryn Campbell and Deb Bohac. Winners in the other three flights were as follows: Flight 1: Karen Fischer and Shawnee…
Category: March 2024
Sports, March 2024
IronOaks Ladies Pool League—Fun Times for All
Ladies, if you are looking to add a fun activity to your Monday and/or Tuesday morning, come join us for pool. We are always looking to add to our roster. Most of the members who currently play had not played in years. It doesn’t take long to “get back in the saddle.” We play every…
March 2024, Generals
Arizona Fire & Medical Authority at the MCSO Posse First Responder Open House
Brian Curry The Arizona Fire & Medical Authority was well represented at the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Posse’s Open House. An engine and crew were on hand, as well as a Fire Corps table, letting Sun Lakers know about our Lock Box program, our home inspections, and our CCR (Cardio Cerebral Resuscitation) program for the public.
March 2024, Religion
Our Relationships with Each Other Are More Important Than Our Beliefs
Pastor Marvin Arnpriester We are living in the most interesting of times, aren’t we? Voices seem to grow more and more strident. Tensions escalate pain and frustration, which highlight differences in understanding and perspective. This gives way to anger, hostility, and accusations. It happens in homes, in churches, in government, and in society at large.…
March 2024, Features
Word of the Month: Apricity
David Zapatka Friend and fellow pickleball player, Natasha Thompson, writes, “‘Apricity’ means warmth of the sun in winter. Did I expand your vocabulary?” Yes, you have, Tash, and I expect you will be expanding our readers’ vocabulary with this word as well. Maybe you will even bring it back into use as it has fallen…
March 2024, Sports
Coach Kwong’s Tennis Tip
Are you a “baseliner” when playing doubles who doesn’t transition toward the net/inside service box when opportunities present themselves? If you are that type of player who stays on the backcourt, are you doing your “DSW” shots? DSW are Deep, Short, or Wide shots. When executing these shots, your opponent will need to adjust and…
March 2024, Sports
Niners January 2024 Results
Jim Wegman, Publicity Welcome to 2024. We started our Low Gross Tournament on a cold, windy morning, but the weather and the golfers warmed up in short order. Membership. Be sure to welcome our newest members Steve Eppert, Alan Aken, Mark Stoimenoff, and Jim Thompson. Winners: 01/04/24 Two Best Net Balls Palms. 1st Bob Gresen, Jerry Pederson,…
March 2024, Clubs & Classes
A Greek Wedding, Money, and More at Women’s Connection
Please join us for a program prepared just for you on Thursday, March 14, at 10 a.m. in the Oakwood clubhouse ballroom, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd. in Sun Lakes. A continental breakfast will be served (gluten-free available upon request with reservation), along with live music and followed by a guest speaker. The cost is $20,…
March 2024, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Garden Club
Starla Kramer Tony Sarah of Earth’s Original Organics is the featured speaker on March 19. He has a Bachelor of Science in horticulture from the U of A, making the dean’s list. He’s a member of the International Society of Arboriculture and the Rare Fruit Growers. He’ll share information about container planting and vegetable and…
March 2024, Clubs & Classes
Another Fun Night for SLCT and CUSD H.S. Theatre Groups
Sharon Gerdik On Feb. 8, prior to the general meeting of the Sun Lakes Community Theatre (SLCT), the members in attendance were treated to some delightful entertainment. Actors, singers, dancers, improv, and members of their high school theater groups were invited from six local Chandler high schools. They included Basha, Casteel, Chandler, Hamilton, Perry, and…