The holiday season is a time of warmth, togetherness, and creating cherished memories with loved ones. At Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, this festive time is celebrated with an abundance of joy and plentiful excitement, thanks to the new and inviting additions to the community. From the heartwarming carolers to the delightfully planned activities and…
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December 2023, Front Page
Sun Lakes Chorale Holiday Concert December 7
Yvonne Orlich “Music imprints itself in the brain deeper than any other human experience … Music brings back the feeling of life when nothing else can.” —Dr. Oliver Sacks Almost everybody you know has a favorite holiday or Christmas song. That song is imprinted in your brain, and as Dr. Sacks said, it “brings back…
December 2023, Generals
Is This Your Christmas Bird?
Gwen Grace Friends from Eastern United States usually send me a Christmas card with pictures of a northern cardinal amidst a snowy background. This bird is featured on Christmas cards, decorated on windows and tree ornaments during this season. The lovely red color of this bird makes it a favorite Christmas bird. The northern cardinal is…
December 2023, Generals
Ed Robson Branch Offers Free Programs for All Ages
Ed Robson Library offers free programs for people of all ages. For a complete list of offerings, visit www.mcldaz.org/edrobson. Ed Robson Library is located at 9330 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, and is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. December Events: Registration is required, and space…
December 2023, Clubs & Classes
Friday Morning Practice Bridge
Brush up before joining a group or practice what you’re learning in class. Practice Bridge is the place to do that. We play in the Cottonwood Ladies Card Room from 10 a.m. until noon. There is no fee to play, and no partner is needed. You should bring a sweater. If you have any questions,…
December 2023, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Democratic Club Announces Holiday Schedule and Accomplishments
Dwight Flatt, Roxy Banta, and Ellie Watland The Sun Lakes Democratic Club (SLDC) is ending the year with its annual holiday get-together for members scheduled for Monday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Country Club. “We’ve had a great year, and this is our opportunity to count our many blessings as Americans,…
December 2023, Clubs & Classes
Upcoming DAR Events
The Gila Butte Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will have their Christmas party on Saturday, Dec. 9, at Palo Verde. The program for the meeting will be “A Colonial Christmas,” presented by Peggy Boyd of the DAR’s Saguaro Chapter. Meetings are open to the public, so if you would like to…
December 2023, Generals
African American Association of Sun Lakes Holds Annual Dinner Dance December 10
Attention seniors who like to dance, live entertainment, and good food: Mark your calendar for Sunday, Dec. 10, when the African American Association of Sun Lakes will hold their annual Holiday Dinner Dance, this year at the Palo Verde restaurant, 10801 E. San Tan Blvd., Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. This year’s entertainment will be Sam…
December 2023, Generals
The ImproVables Out and About Again
Recently, the ImproVables were asked to conduct a workshop for another senior community’s volunteer theatre group—The Provincials of Maricopa. Their president Marilyn Larrain said, “We had a great time! The ImproVables have given us a lot to think about and to plan for.” Phyllis Novy, director of The ImproVables, enjoyed the interaction of the two groups…
December 2023, Generals
Tuesday Nights Together in December
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 lively and entertaining to serious and informative. A light meal will be offered for a free-will offering at 5 p.m., and the presentation starts at 5:30 p.m.…