The Jewish War Veterans (JWV) Copper State Post 619 exists in the East Valley because of a handful of truly committed veterans. One of its most active members was founder Richard Askinazi who was honored recently at the Post’s 30th Anniversary luncheon. Over this period, the Post has grown to more than 100 members and…
Joan Y. Carver Desert Threads Quilt Guild is enjoying casual and fun meetings through the hot summer. In June nearly 20 members who call Sun Lakes their “summer” home met without a planned program, finding this extra time perfect for sharing inspiring projects, new techniques, and fun Show & Tell. Besides the informal format providing…
First Baptist Church Sun Lakes (FBSL) is on the move again, looking for the Best Blessed Breakfast in town. The air is shrouded in mystery, though, like the whisper of forgotten voices carried on a breeze that rustled through the overgrown foliage. Shadows danced between the local cacti. Casting fleeting glimpses of secrets long buried…
So, you’ve heard of New Adventures but aren’t sure their programs would be of interest to you? Well, Sept. 9-12 we offer four free classes from some of our most experienced presenters. Registration is required, but non-members are welcome. Artificial Intelligence: What Is It? Monday, Sept. 9, at 10 a.m. Presenter: Rob Truman. Rob has…
Eileen Turner Christmas ornaments, knitting without needles, finishing a project, and making clothing that fits, Sun Lakes Sew-N-Sews is making this hot, desert summer a cool time. Several groups and workshops continue through this summer with projects in the Sewing Room at the Ocotillo clubhouse. Connie Hogan led a workshop to make Christmas ornaments. This…
Neighbors Who Care Celebrates 30 Years in 2024! Let us help you learn more about who we are … Have you ever wondered where the dollars that are contributed to Neighbors Who Care go or exactly how many people we help regularly? At Neighbors Who Care, every dollar donated directly supports our mission of helping…
Do you enjoy playing a variety of games? We have separate tables for playing board games, card games, dice games, party games, or word games. We can teach you how to play, or you can teach us your games! We play games in Oakwood, Sun Lakes, but can schedule an event at your Sun Lakes…
“Israel; A Nation and its People” is the title of a two-part series presented by the Adult Education and the Friends of Israel Committees in co-sponsorship with the East Valley Jewish Community Center. Strong supporters of Israel have found that many in the American media have a bias against Israel, particularly related to the longstanding…
Cathy Smoot Sun Lakes United Methodist Church (SLUMC) at 9248 E. Riggs Road hosts Tuesday Nights Together (TNT), a series of free programs, every month! Topics vary from light and entertaining to serious and informing. A light meal will be offered for a free-will offering at 5 p.m., and the presentation starts at 5:30 p.m.…
Barb Jorgensen Five separate Valley of the Sun teams came together to form one USTA 65+ team. The team also consists of half Cottonwood Tennis Club members and half IronOaks Tennis Club members—quite the collaboration of otherwise opposing teams. This team has won USTA Sectionals and played in the Nationals, representing the USTA Southwest Division.…