Kim Kubsch How Much Is Clutter Costing You? Disorganized clutter can be downright expensive. It can cost you money, time, and friends, plus it can result in continued aggravation and stress. Clutter Steals Your Money When you don’t know what you have (or aren’t able to locate it), you end up spending more buying duplicates.…
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December 2025, Features
In Passing – December 2025
Arlene M. Burkhardt Arlene Marie Burkhardt, an OG resident of Sun Lakes, Ariz., passed away on Oct. 19, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on July 22, 1934, in Richfield, Wis., Arlene led a life marked by warmth, dedication, and love for her family and community. Arlene graduated from Pittsville High School, where she…
December 2025, Features
News from the Sky: Holiday Travel Season Tips
Holiday travel seems to start earlier and earlier each year, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is here for it. We expect the airport to be busy in the weeks leading up to the December holidays. To help de-stress your planning and avoid potential travel pitfalls, here are some PHX travel tips to keep in…
December 2025, Features
Thank You for the Support
Judy Sadkin A huge thank you to all who came out for the Arts and Crafts Fair and fundraising raffle on Nov. 8. A special thank you to Sun Lakes Chandler Animal Clinic for underwriting the cost of the event room. A big thank you to Post Net Chandler for the pricing help with printing…
December 2025, Features
Word of the Month: Contronym (Continued!)
David Zapatka Reader JoAnn Weston writes about the October 2025 WOTM column, “Hello David. Here is another contronym for your list: “Bound,” meaning to leap, but also the opposite, tied up. I enjoy your column, very clever! Oh, another one—“Leave” meaning to go and to remain!” In serendipitous fashion, friend and fellow verbivore, Richard Lederer,…
December 2025, Features
So Many Books, So Little Time
Violetta Armour If you’re wanting to place a good book under the Christmas tree for the readers in your family, I thought I’d share a few of the best books my book clubs read this past year. I belong to two clubs and often ask other clubs, “What was your favorite read?” The three titles…
December 2025, Features
Age Is Just a Number: Sun Lakes Resident ‘Gramma Patti’ Publishes New Children’s Book at 90!
Heather Pickett Sun Lakes’ vibrant community is celebrating one of its own—Patti Ann Saxon, affectionately known as “Gramma Patti,” who has just released a new children’s book, Plaid Bear TM, at the remarkable age of 90. A resident of Oakwood Sun Lakes for 25 years, Patti proves that creativity and passion know no age limits.…
December 2025, Features
Celebrating Betty Sanders’ 99th Birthday
Judith Gahide Recently, many friends came to celebrate Betty Sanders on her 99th birthday on the IronOaks Fitness/Racquet Club patio. We are all in awe of her quick wit and lively sense of humor. Betty has been a part of the Sun Lakes community for years, and many of you may know her from her…
December 2025, Features
Jingle & Mingle Fundraiser at Floridino’s December 2
Join us for the 4th Annual Jingle & Mingle Fundraiser, hosted by the Chandler Business Alliance (CBA), on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta, located at 590 N. Alma School Rd #35, Chandler. This festive community event brings together local businesses, residents, and supporters to celebrate the season while raising funds for meaningful…
December 2025, Features
Jacquie’s Corner: The Happiest Christmas Ever
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt This story took place almost 20 years ago and brought you, the readers, up to present days. I was blessed and wanted to share with you. Born and raised in New Jersey, I decided to spread my wings to an unknown location. I headed south on the freeway until I reached Virginia,…