Kim Kubsch Learn exactly what to pack juuust in case of an unexpected natural disaster, a significant weather event, or if you or your loved one goes to the hospital. When preparing your household and vehicle emergency kit, choose a container like a backpack, duffel bag, or even a large plastic bag. The container should…
Features, May 2023
Jacquie’s Corner: What Is Decoration Day? What Is Memorial Day?
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt, United States Navy Veteran Memorial Day arrives and leaves within a 24-hour period leaving memories, some exuding happiness, some bring sadness, which linger on and on throughout the year. On this day, flags, the Red, White and Blue, wave outside our homes, outside office buildings, and other places as far as our eyes…
Features, May 2023
In Passing
Edward R. Castellanos Edward R. Castellanos passed away on March 15, 2023. Edward was born in Globe, Ariz., on March 27, 1935, to Feliciano and Maria Louisa Redondo Castellanos. He grew up in Globe, Ariz., and played varsity football as a 127-pound freshman, starting at middle linebacker. He continued his academic and athletic career at…
Generals, May 2023
State Parties
Michigan State Party If anyone is interested in taking over coordinating and organizing the 2024 Michigan State Party, please contact Pearl Ryan at 480-305-0286.
Generals, May 2023
Tuesday Nights Together in May
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 informing. A light meal will be served for a free-will offering at 5 p.m., and the presentation starts at 5:30 p.m.…
Generals, May 2023
Sun Lakes Card Makers Make Summer Plans
The Sun Lakes Card Makers group will meet on May 17, at 1 p.m., in the Arts and Crafts Room of Sun Lakes Phase 1 to make plans for the summer. We meet during the summer months of June, July, and August to share skills and advanced card-making techniques. We are looking for a few…
Generals, May 2023
Looking for a Bible Study?
Debbie Aarestad Who Is God? Why Believe? Loving Your Neighbors. The Book of Ephesians. These are just some of the Bible-based studies that women have been enjoying through our Women’s Connection small groups lately. What a meaningful way to make connections with other ladies in our community and to make a connection with God! Some…
Generals, May 2023
Medicare, Medicaid, and Related Benefit Information
Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is available, provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: Basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare (“C”) Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), and ALTCS…
Generals, May 2023
Science and Technology
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…
Generals, May 2023
Cast Selected for SLCT’s Upcoming Summer Show
Director Merrie Crawford and her assistant director Nancy Patterson had a tough job choosing among the talented actresses who auditioned for Sun Lakes Community Theatre’s upcoming summer production of The Sweet Delilah Swim Club. “Everyone who auditioned could have played any one of these parts,” Merrie said afterward. “I have never seen such a strong…