Susan Bliss The Friends of the Robson Library in Sun Lakes are having their first meeting of the year on Wednesday, Oct. 13, at 9 a.m. in the Robson Library conference room. Current issues affecting the Friends will be discussed, as well as planning for the future direction of the group. All who are interested…
Jan Bobbett and Mary Kenny The New Adventures in Learning (NA) fall semester is offering more than 50 classes (lectures, roundtable discussions, and computer-related classes) as registration continues throughout the semester, ending mid-December. After more than a year of online classes, NA members will be welcomed back “on campus” at the Chandler-Gilbert Community College’s Sun…
Denise Lott Veterans Day and the birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps are approaching in November. In keeping with tradition, our East Valley Marine Corps League’s Sun Lakes Detachment 1296 is hosting its annual Birthday Ball. The Ball will be on Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Oakwood Country Club. The public is invited to enjoy…
A darling bird has taken up residency at the Gilbert Water Ranch. You have a chance to find it at the next Desert Rivers Audubon bird walk on Oct 16. We love to refer to it as “Rosy,” a Roseate Spoonbill who varied off course. Bring the family, as there are loaner binoculars for the…
Nominations open Nov. 1, and close Dec. 3. Nomination forms with instructions will be available on each HOA’s website, and paper forms will be available at each HOA’s clubhouse. Volunteers throughout Sun Lakes are a key factor in making Sun Lakes a better place to live. The Crystal Award is given to outstanding volunteers. All…
John Yu On Oct. 17 at San Tan Ballroom, our Sunday Music, Dinner, and Dance Venue brings back the “Sock Hop,” a time when we kicked off our shoes and danced in our socks, swinging to “Rock Around the Clock” and hugging our sweethearts, because the Everly Brothers told us “All I Have to Do…
Area vocalist Jesse Washington will present the Third Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Musicale Concert on Sunday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. The 2020 Musicale Concert was canceled due to COVID-19, but is back on track for 2021. The 2021 event will feature Jesse along with his special guest piano duo Jeanette Cline and Roz Pederson. The Musicale…
Sheryl Keeme Remember when Chandler Symphony Orchestra (CSO) ushered in the holiday season with its gorgeous, live Christmas music in early December? We’ve missed it! It’s back, and we’re inviting you to save the date! Chandler Symphony Orchestra and Neighbors Who Care (NWC) announce the return of Deck the Holidays with CSO and NWC on…
Are You Aging Well? “I’m getting so old, my memory is failing. I can’t remember names or even what I had for breakfast this morning. I MUST be getting Alzheimer’s!” If you’ve ever felt this way, don’t feel bad. You’re not alone. Many older adults fear developing some form of dementia and panic at the…
On Aug. 31, 2021, Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse members, alongside deputies and detectives from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), assisted with search efforts for a local Sun Lakes resident who had been reported missing. Called upon for immediate action and assistance by MCSO, Posse members reported to the Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse office from…