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Generals, September 2022
New Events Being Planned by the Friends of the Robson Library
Susan Bliss The Friends of the Robson Library are planning several programs that will focus on local history and subjects of interest to residents. One program that is being put together features Marshall Trimble, a popular and entertaining speaker and Arizona’s official state historian. These events will be free to the public and will be…
Generals, September 2022
U.S. Military History
U.S. Flag Folding—Part 1 of 2 Ross Dunfee While not officially adopting a flag at the time of the Declaration of Independence, the “Continental Colors” (aka the “Grand Union” flag), has historically been referred to as the first national flag of the United States. That flag has a striking resemblance to the British East India…
Generals, September 2022
Attention IronOaks New Homeowners
Judith Gahide, Chair, IronOaks Welcome Group You are eligible for: Free round of golf for two Free month at our Fitness Center Free month of tennis and pickleball BOGO meal at Stone & Barrel or Grill on the Green All you need to do is call the IronOaks Welcome Group, c/o Howard Lundgren, at 480-369-2015 or email him…
Generals, September 2022
The Wildcat Jazz Band
Helen Daley Imagine (which, by the way, is part of the theme for special sets at the Arizona Classic Jazz Festival, Nov. 3-6) you are an accomplished, professional guitarist, banjoist, ukulelist, and the leader of the popular Arizona Wildcat Jazz Band and you wanted to bring more excitement to your music. What might you do?…
Generals, September 2022
Sun Lakes Chorale—We’re Coming Back
Yvonne Orlich, Sun Lakes Chorale The Chorale is starting to prep for its return in September to rehearsals for the Dec. 8 Holiday Concert. The summer break is always too long for those of us who sing in the Chorale, so we are anxiously awaiting our first rehearsal on Monday, Sept. 12. Rehearsals will be at…
Generals, September 2022
Medicare, Medicaid, and Related Benefit Information
Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is available, provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: Basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long…
Generals, September 2022
Crystal Award Nominations Opening in October
Since 2010, Crystal Awards have been granted each year to nominees in the Sun Lakes community who demonstrate their dedication to the well-being of our residents. This year’s committee, composed of former award recipients, has been busy planning and preparing to receive nominations from homeowners who want to honor deserving volunteers in Sun Lakes Country…
Generals, September 2022
Orbitel Delivers Faster Internet with Speeds Up to 1G
Orbitel Communications is proud to announce that it has launched a new faster Internet service. The company’s new network delivers speeds up to 1G to your home, with no contracts or data caps. Choose from 150Mbps, 300Mbps, 600Mbps, and 1G (1,000Mbps) speeds. “We understand how important a reliable Internet connection is, so we built a…
Generals, September 2022
Red Cross Blood Drive September 30
The Sun Lakes Posse will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, Sept. 30, from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the Sun Lakes Posse building located at 9531 E. Riggs Road in Sun Lakes. Visit www.sunlakesposse.org for more information and to make an appointment.