SunBird Lions hosted a 21S District Meeting and Educational Gathering Kickoff on Aug. 6 in the SunBird ballroom. District governor is Lion Chris Gibbs who, with his other leaders, presented a wonderful program attended by 120 men and women members from other Lions Clubs all over Arizona. Lions Fred and Joan Garmeson did a spectacular…
Category: September 2022
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Lions Club Prepares Flags for Labor Day
Lion John Peterson Members of the Sun Lakes Lions Club spent time repairing and assembling flags in preparation for the next “Fly the Flag” holiday, which will be Labor Day, Sept. 5. This season, 500 flags are needing to be repaired and replaced due to wear and tear! Volunteers are always welcome to join us…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Lions Club Awards Scholarships
Lion John Peterson The Sun Lakes Lions Club made a recent trip to the Hope Women’s Center in Coolidge, to deliver much-needed household and personal items. We also recently awarded Nathan Lam a 2022 Lions Scholarship for his continuing education. He is a first-generation American and son of former Vietnam parents.
Sports, September 2022
Relishing Pickleball: The Real Pickleball Story
David Zapatka Many people believe pickleball was named after founder Joel Pritchard’s dog who was named Pickles. Not true! Joel Pritchard’s son, Frank, recently came clean about the real reason the sport was named pickleball. It was a hot July afternoon on Bainbridge Island, Wash., in 1965 and 13-year-old Frank Pritchard was bored. He whined…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
OLGA Results
Kathy Burns An average of 20 players per week survived the beginning of summer monsoon season in Oakwood. On July 12 we counted only the even holes of golf. Eun Yoon was in first place in Flight 1, Terry Jung and Dang Teater tied for second, and Kelley Wojack and Eleanor McCann tied for fourth.…
Sports, September 2022
Great Things Happening at Cottonwood Tennis Club This Fall
Penny Petersen It’s time to start thinking and planning for the upcoming competitive season offered by Cottonwood Tennis Club (CTC). There’s something for everyone and lots of opportunities for members to enjoy, including tournaments and social events. Become a CTC member and you’ll have plenty to do all season long. The following activities require membership…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Julie’s Fitness Classes
Julie Bauman invites you to come to her classes at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center. Summer hours are Mondays and Fridays at 8 a.m., and Wednesdays at 8 and 9 a.m. For the past 15 years, Julie has been teaching Group Fitness in the Chandler, Sun Lakes, and South Gilbert area. She currently has…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Spirit of the Desert Gourd Patch
Vicki McKenna, Publicity This month we will begin to welcome back our seasonal friends to sunny Sun Lakes. Spirit of the Desert Gourd Patch is busy all year round with our friends who share the same love of gourd art. Our first meeting will be held in the Arts & Crafts Room at Oakwood on…
Features, September 2022
Jacquie’s Corner
Stop the World and Review the Situation Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt “Review Your Situation” Someone recently said to me they felt their life had been accomplished. Roads traveled, books read, movies watched, foods sampled, children grown and nothing more to do. There is so much more to accomplish at any age. Some folks become nervous and saddened…
Sports, September 2022
Last Chance to Register for Bocce!
John Terranova, President Registration for the 2022-23 season will begin on Sept. 1 online at our club’s website, www.sunlakesbocceclub.com. Also, be aware that the final day of registration this year is Oct. 23, one week prior to our Wine and Cheese Kick-Off event. Those interested can complete a registration form and pay the $25 registration…