Join us at the St. Steven’s Ladies Guild Women’s Retreat on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Steven’s Roman Catholic Church, 24827 S. Dobson Road, Sun Lakes, Ariz. The topic will be “Mary: What Can She Teach Us About Faithfully Following Jesus?” The morning will focus on the life of Mary, her relationship…
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Generals, October 2023
Crystal Cards Partners with Intel
The wonderful folks at Intel have joined in the fun of refurbishing used greeting cards. Crystal Cards (CC) volunteer Connie Hogan is our Intel liaison, working closely with Susan Schultz, Intel’s program manager. Together, along with many other volunteers, they have established two very special programs. First, CC made over 1,100 Christmas cards for Intel.…
Generals, October 2023
The ImproVables’ Frightening New Show
The ImproVables, Sun Lakes Community Theatre’s comedy improv troupe, will be scaring up some laughs at their Second Annual Halloween Show in the Saguaro Room at Cottonwood Country Club, on Monday, Oct. 30. Crowds love The ImproVables, and the shows are always sell-outs. Audiences offer suggestions for many of the games that are played by…
Generals, October 2023
Posse Warns About Increase of Financial Fraud Scams
Stephen Brown, Field Training Officer, Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse Online scams are on the rise throughout the United States and in Arizona. Are you doing what you need to protect yourself, your family, and your money? Sadly, individuals over the age of 60 are some of the first targets for scammers, and according to the…
Generals, October 2023
Want to Recycle Electronics?
Come to the Electronics Recycling event at the Sun Lakes Phase 1 parking lot, 25601 S. Sun Lakes Blvd., on Friday, Nov. 3, from 8 a.m. to noon. Sorry, no early drop-offs. This event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Sun Lakes and is assisted by Sun Lakes Computer Booters, partnering with AZStRUT (Arizona…
Generals, October 2023
California Condors in Danger
Gwen Grace The California Condors, currently on the endangered species list, are affected by the grave threat from H5N1, avian influenza, which could lead to their extinction. There are only about 561 in total population at all sites. Although magnificent and not pretty, these birds are important to the environment. Recently, the Desert Rivers Audubon…
Generals, October 2023
Dolly Dressers to Collect Doll Donations
The Dolly Dressers of Sun Lakes, now called Doll Collector Club, is looking for and accepting doll donations of all kinds. The donated dolls are repaired and refurbished as needed and then donated to girls who otherwise might not have a doll to play with. We need 18-inch dolls of the American Girl type, including…
October 2023, Generals
Craving Some Color?
Dannette Hunnel After a long, dry summer, you might be craving some color. One good plant to achieve color is the geranium. In Phoenix suburbia we have access to many beautiful colors, including red, white, pink, and salmon. It’s good to plant geraniums in October before cold weather returns. Plant in full sun, and they…
Generals, October 2023
Semi-Annual Shred-A-Thon and Prescription Drug Take-Back October 28
The Sun Lakes Posse, along with our community sponsors, are holding our semi-annual Shred-A-Thon and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Drug Take-Back on Saturday, Oct. 28, at 10440 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes (northeast corner of Alma School and Riggs Roads). The Shred-A-Thon will be from 10 a.m. to noon, and the Drug Take-Back will…
Generals, October 2023
Tremble Clefs, the Singing Group for People with Parkinson’s Disease
We provide wonderful singing therapy for people with Parkinson’s in a supportive environment. Tremble Clefs Arizona provides effective music therapy for people with Parkinson’s disease on a biweekly basis. By participating in rehearsals, those who live with Parkinson’s strengthen their voices and have fun singing with others, including their caregiver. Participation in the program makes…