New Adventures in Learning (aka NAIL) is an independent, self-governing, learning organization. Our mission is to provide a variety of interesting and educational opportunities at a reasonable cost to adults in the Southeast Valley. We operate in conjunction with the Maricopa County Community College District, and classes are held at the Chandler-Gilbert Community College campus…
Category: August 2023
Features, August 2023
Sun Lakes Knights and Friends Mourn the Untimely Death of a Good Citizen
Maynard Iverson, Recorder, Council 9678 On the 20th of April, Brother Rich Sobczak, a longtime member of Council 9678, met an untimely death. Rich suddenly passed away at his home in Sun Lakes. Rich was a native of Chicago who moved to Sun Lakes in the early 2000s. Rich joined the Knights of Columbus in…
Front Page, August 2023
Time to Register for Bocce!
John Terranova, President We hope the summer is treating everyone well, wherever you may be spending it, and you are managing to stay cool. But, most of all, you have remained safe and healthy! Registration for the 2023-24 season will begin on Sept. 1 online at our club’s website, www.sunlakesbocceclub.com. Those interested can complete a…
Features, August 2023
In Passing
Roger Otto Bonngard Roger Otto Bonngard, age 86, of Sun Lakes passed away peacefully at home on July 7, 2023, with his family by his side. Roger was born Feb. 3, 1937, in Kenosha, Wis. While in college he met and married his sweetheart Nancy Hanson. They were married for 62 years and have four children. In…
August 2023, Sports
Fourth of July Tennis Tournament
August 2023, Sports
New Player Springtime Ladies League
Jerry Higgins There are two Blue-rated ladies who achieved good success in their group but wanted to challenge themselves. So they went through the rating process to advance to the Green level, and they moved up to the Green level. They were then sponsored by Toni Reider to register for the Green Spring League. Tammy…
August 2023, Clubs & Classes
Card Results
Tuesday Night Cribbage Jeff Scott Join us for Cribbage every Tuesday night at 6:15 p.m. in the Cottonwood clubhouse A-7 Painting Room. Games are organized by Stan Wengrzyn. 6/06. 1st Jeff Scott 12+91, 2nd Jean Drenthe 11+63, 3rd Dan Flicker 11+54, Low Liz Schubert 2-83, 23 Hand Richard Lewin, 24 Hand Rudy Gerstner 6/13. 1st…
Front Page, August 2023
Meet Neighbors Who Care Volunteer Ed Schuck: Finding Fun and Purpose This Summer in an Hour of Help
“Helping others is the best antidepressant you can possibly take.” This quote was recently shared with us by our wonderful volunteer Ed Schuck. And when you think about it, this saying can really hit home. So many of us are looking to find purpose in life but don’t know where to begin. When we take…
Front Page, August 2023
CTC Party Time on the Friday Nite Patio
Jerry Higgins Besides having fun on the tennis court, Cottonwood Tennis Club (CTC) has even more fun on the kitchen patio on the last Friday of the month with good friends, good food, and drinks. For information regarding membership in Cottonwood Tennis Club, please contact Membership Chairs Carol Trentadue at [email protected] or Maurice Allen at…
August 2023, Sports
IronOaks Tennis Club Celebrates the Fourth of July
Judy Gahide Attendees of the IronOaks Tennis Club’s Annual Pancake Breakfast, celebrating the Fourth of July, enjoyed a delicious spread of pancakes, sausage, and fresh fruit after playing early morning tennis. The patriotism and pride was evident by many sporting red, white, and blue. Even the oven-like temperatures didn’t dampen spirits, as the patio misters…