Rich Volpe, Commander As we enter the closing months of the 2024 season, it has been deemed beneficial that two of our local organizations be merged into one to help enhance the effectiveness of both groups. The two groups that will be consolidated, Desert Navy and Korean War Veterans, will be merged into one and…
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September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Savvy Travelers Club Summer Update
Jeanette Rajamaki There are lots of folks traveling to Alaska this summer and to Norway and Iceland as well. Unfortunately, travel this summer has been disrupted by Delta Airlines, in particular, flight issues because of technology and lots of claims. The major fires in the Denali National Park in Alaska closed roads and lodges for…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Fly Fishing Galore
George Abernathy There are very few experiences in life better than being out in the wilderness, off the grid, and enjoying the Zen of fly fishing and the challenge of pitting your intelligence against an animal with the brain size of a pinhead and getting your butt kicked most of the time. In July five…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Company of the Arizona Rangers: Growth and Community Service
Bill Boone Over the past five years, the Sun Lakes Company of the Arizona Rangers has seen remarkable growth, transforming from a small team of just three founding members to a thriving company of over 35 Rangers. This expansion reflects not only the increasing need for community support but also the dedication of our members…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Chorale—Back to Work
Yvonne Orlich We hope everyone has enjoyed the spring and summer months, excessive heat notwithstanding. When the outside temperature is over 100 degrees, it is hard to imagine getting ready for a Holiday Concert, but that’s where we will be in just a few more weeks. The Sun Lakes Chorale will resume practicing in early…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Roadrunners RV Club Rally at Durango
The Sun Lakes Roadrunners RV Club ended their 2023-24 season with a May exit rally in Durango, Colo. Club members are currently escaping the Arizona heat during the club’s summer break. The RV Club’s 2024-25 season runs from October and November, then January through May. Meetings take place at Sun Lakes Country Club (Phase 1)…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Fun Lakers—We’re Back!
Ready to have some fun with the hottest social club in Sun Lakes? The board of the Fun Lakers has been busy planning lots of activities for the 2024-25 season. So, if you would like to meet your neighbors and make new friends, get ready to fill your calendar with these events already scheduled! Game…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Building Relationships One Stitch at a Time
Cindy Templeton Desert Threads Quilt Guild kicks off their September monthly program meeting featuring Kathy O’Brien of the Nimble Thimbles Arizona Quilt Guild (AQG) chapter. She will speak on “Managing Your Fabric Stash and Turning It Into Charity Quilts.” Two classes in September will focus on helping with quilt entry submission to the AQG Quilt…
Clubs & Classes, September 2024
Jewish War Veterans Bring Donations to Ashley’s Place
Jewish War Veterans (JWV) Copper State Post 619 officers and board members visited U.S.Vets Phoenix with a donation of personal and household items valued at $850 for Ashley’s Place for their two specially built houses which accommodate five women each. The program provides a safe and sober living environment where women with children can receive…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Apple Club News
Marilyn Conner Next month is October, and Sun Lakes communities have their Open Houses. This year, each one is on a different Saturday. This is the time of year to check out all the clubs, organizations, and activities offered in each of the three HOAs. Oct. 5 is the Cottonwood Palo Verde Open House. The…