Friends of the Library has an exciting lineup of six (yes, six!) authors for our Nov. 8 Author Panel program. How does a novelist choose and develop their stories? How do they develop their protagonists? How much research (historical, geographical, societal) is needed? Join us to get the answers, and more, with a Meet and Greet…
Generals, September 2023
Sun Lakes Chorale
Yvonne Orlich Getting ready … As August begins and summer winds down (hopefully, it can’t stay this hot forever, can it?), we at the Sun Lakes Chorale are gearing up for another season of weekly preparation leading up to the Dec. 7 Holiday Concert. We will be starting rehearsals again in September, with high hopes…
September 2023, Sports
OLGA Results
Okay, let’s face it! It has been a brutally hot summer by setting all kinds of records, but a few faithful have continued to play each week. On July 11 we got to choose the best front or back nine. Terry Jung was the winner in Flight 1, followed by Lynda Jones, Susan La Salvia,…
September 2023, Clubs & Classes
Too Hot for Hiking?
Warren Wasescha What a summer this has been. Hopefully, by the time you read this article, the Valley has cooled off a bit. If you were lucky enough to travel to cooler areas, I’m sure you took in some hiking. If you were here during the heat, I hope you stayed away from the trails…
Generals, September 2023
Chordaires Prepare for the Fall Season
Linda Ryan From the Colorado mountains to the cornfields of Iowa and beyond, the Chordaires Show Chorus worked through the Internet this summer to prepare for the new season. With new officers, new members and singing assignments, and a new show to plan, there has been plenty to do. Our year runs from June 1…
Generals, September 2023
Message from the President
Leonard Horst Hello friends and neighbors! Welcome to September and the beginning of fall in the desert. It’s already cooled off in many parts of the country while we continue to bake in the desert sun! Our maintenance and golf course teams have been deeply involved in several projects, and we trust you will be…
September 2023, Clubs & Classes
Science and Technology Group
Are you interested in science and technology? During the winter, we can attend nature walks to learn about the flora and fauna of the desert. We can volunteer to be Citizen Scientists at the Maricopa Parks (to document the various species of plants, birds, or insects). During the summer, we can stay cool indoors and…
Features, September 2023
Jacquie’s Corner: Another Best Birthday Ever … Again
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt May the coming year’s trip around the sun be the best ever. Each year as we grow older, and sometimes wiser and happier, we receive “Happy Birthday,” “Best Wishes,” “Have a Wonderful Day” from our family and friends. My mailbox is filled with beautiful cards with meaningful sentiments from those who remembered…
September 2023, Features
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook Houzz is a comprehensive online resource for those working on renovating their home. They conducted their largest 12th annual national survey of over 46,000 homeowners who remodeled in 2022 or had plans for a remodel in 2023 to ascertain trends in home remodeling projects and design. Faced with shortages of housing stock and…
Generals, September 2023
GriefShare at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church
Judy Wismar Claycomb, Associate Pastor Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is offering an eight-week program for Grief Recovery and Support starting Tuesday, Sept. 12, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in Room 4 of the Education building, 9428 Riggs Road (just west of the Ed Robson Library). The 90-minute GriefShare gatherings include a 30-minute video presentation…