April 2021

Trips & Tours

For more information or reservations, please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or [email protected]. Please note: Due to decreased capacity restrictions, it is important to book early, as space is limited. New Getaway from Our Feature Partners—Grand Canyon Railway and Verde Canyon Railroad Departs Sept. 9-10, 2021, and Feb. 2-3, 2022 Price: $550…

Fly Fishing

George Abernathy, Founder A good percentage of our club members had no idea that a variety of fly fishing adventures existed in Arizona until they were introduced to the Sun Lakes Fly Fishing Club. Most of them are retired, and came here and purchased second homes with the intentions of playing golf in summer attire while…

U.S. Military History: Armed Forces Day

Ross Dunfee Armed Forces Day is celebrated May 15 this year, but with Memorial Day also in May, this Armed Forces Day article is printed in April to avoid printing two articles in May. Clip and save. Each of the branches of military service (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard) has a day…

IMGA Golfer of the Month

Bill Beltz, April IMGA Golfer of the Month

Mike Willinger Bill Beltz realized he had a natural athletic ability for sports early, but it was not until much later that golf became one of those that he played. He was the only child born to a couple living modestly on the far south side of Chicago. His father, an immigrant from Germany, married Bill’s…

Lady Sluggers Complete Season

The 2021 Lady Sluggers: kneeling (left to right): Crissy Conners, Roseanne Kuefner, Ann Buckley, and Lynn Casey; back row (left to right): Coach Scott Steinmann, Suzy Steinmann, Ann Hegney, Sharon Bergan, Teresa Dorman, Manager Terry Finley, Sue Rodke, and Mary Alka

Larry Wolfe It was certainly a different type of season for our Lady Sluggers: The season started and ended earlier than scheduled due to COVID issues, the number of teams in the Valley of the Sun League was cut in half due to the fact the many of the teams had many snowbird and Canadian…

PVLGA Cares

Left to right: Val Verbeck, Mary Horn, Judy Daidone, and Gail Assenmacher

Mary Nelson Palo Verde Ladies Golf Association (PVLGA) Cares Committee Donates to FANS Across America Charitable Foundation. Palo Verde Ladies Golf Association has a charitable committee called PVLGA Cares. Donations are collected from PVLGA members, friends, family, and the public, through the sale of facial masks and other fundraising activities. Members of the committee are…

AAUW: Making a Difference with Local Scholarships: Annual Fundraising Drive Supports College Pursuits for Women in Southeast Valley

Barbara Stewart The Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) kicks off its local scholarship fundraising drive in April, part of the group’s mission to advance equity for women and girls. This month, raffle ticket sales and proceeds from a portion of the sales at JudyWear Boutique in Chandler on April…

Sun Lakes Roadrunners RV Club Notice

Cathie Smith, Secretary The Roadrunners RV Club is all about fun, travel, new adventures, good food, and great friends! The group enjoys many opportunities to see new sights, go on organized tours, or explore on their own. Members like to dine out or cook at the campsite, learn from others, and share their own ideas…

Apple Club News

Gary Bross With COVID-19 restrictions still in place, we look forward to the day our educational classes and topical roundtable discussions can resume. Working closely with our members in a hands-on environment has always been our strong suit. We are anxious to reestablish that relationship, and will do so as soon as health conditions permit.…