Sarah Auffret An organization of volunteers that managed to help thousands of East Valley school children this year, despite the pandemic, is gearing up to celebrate this achievement at a fashion show and luncheon at noon on Oct. 24 at the Holiday Inn in Chandler, 1200 W. Ocotillo Road. Members of Assistance League of East…
Deborah Goodacre This is the story of the Clark family, a family that reaches back to the Great Migration in which Puritan families fled England, seeking religious freedom. It is indeed rare to be able to research and prove one’s line of ancestry back to the Mayflower with detailed and accurate information; however, Delphine and…
Come to the Chess Club. We meet in Cottonwood every Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Ceramics Room (A-8). All are welcome. If you have any questions, call Arthur Fink at 480-883-9402.
More sad news; the planned Saturday, Nov. 13 dance has been canceled. The member/guest survey concluded on Sept. 10, and results indicated an insufficient attendance forecast for the upcoming November event. Forty percent of polled members and guests indicated they “would attend the November dance based on information available at this time.” We need a…
Michael Mann Oakwood’s own Dawn Mann played in Prescott Lakes Senior Pickleball Tournament on Friday, Aug. 20, and won bronze in the Women’s 3.5 50+. Congratulations, Dawn!
JoAnne Gaudioso Autumn is here, and with it comes thoughts of the holidays, family gatherings, and fun events such as football games, soccer games, and Halloween celebrations. And the change of seasons also leads us to thoughts of how we can best take care of our health as threats of seasonal illnesses and the flu…
Sandra Bocynesky Happy Holidays! We are so excited, we can’t wait to tell you about what is forthcoming for all of our Sun Lakes residents, families, and friends. Chordaires Show Chorus is putting on a free Christmas performance the afternoon of Dec. 17, at 2 p.m. in the San Tan Ballroom at Cottonwood. You won’t…
Kathleen, Reflexology Practitioner, IronOaks Fitness There is nothing more important than a firm foundation; houses, floors, patios, gardens, faith and feet! How we step out every day makes a big difference in how we feel and in the wellness of our feet, knees and posture! Footwear plays a large role in the development of foot,…
Sue Bart Desert Threads, a Chapter of Arizona Quilters Guild, met in person on Sept. 8, at 9:30 a.m. in the Ceramics Room at Cottonwood Country Club. Vicki Watson presented information about the “One Block Wonder” style of quilts. A grand time was spent catching up after summer, and doing virtual meetings. A new fundraiser quilt was…
Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Chair Polio, or poliomyelitis, is a paralyzing and potentially deadly infectious disease that most commonly affects children under the age of five. The virus spreads from person to person, typically through contaminated water. It can then attack the nervous system. Rotary International has been working to eradicate polio for…