Linda Smart Join us on the second Saturday of every month to make two greeting cards with an Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator. The class fee is $5, and includes everything you need! Doors open at 9:20 a.m. The cards will be completed during one of multiple class sessions, which will begin at 9:30 a.m. Presently,…
Generals, April 2021
Unit Happenings
Unit 11 Penny Dilles Unit 11 HOA monthly board meeting will be held on April 21, at 4 p.m., in the Ceramics Room (A-8) at the Cottonwood clubhouse. All homeowners are welcome to attend. Unit 19 Melody Strom Dear Unit 19 townhome owners: April meetings for Unit 19 HOA will be held on: * Monday,…
Generals, April 2021
Trips & Tours
For more information or reservations, please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or reservations@freespiritvacations.com. Please note: Due to decreased capacity restrictions, it is important to book early, as space is limited. New Getaway from Our Feature Partners—Grand Canyon Railway and Verde Canyon Railroad Departs Sept. 9-10, 2021, and Feb. 2-3, 2022 Price: $550…
Features, April 2021
U.S. Military History: Armed Forces Day
Ross Dunfee Armed Forces Day is celebrated May 15 this year, but with Memorial Day also in May, this Armed Forces Day article is printed in April to avoid printing two articles in May. Clip and save. Each of the branches of military service (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard) has a day…
Sports, April 2021
IMGA Golfer of the Month
Mike Willinger Bill Beltz realized he had a natural athletic ability for sports early, but it was not until much later that golf became one of those that he played. He was the only child born to a couple living modestly on the far south side of Chicago. His father, an immigrant from Germany, married Bill’s…
Clubs & Classes, April 2021
President Jacqueline Ruffino Platt Honored at Meeting
A Sun Lakes Italian American Club meeting was held on March 8, at Cottonwood Country Club, and the group said thank you to the leadership of the club before the installation of new officers for 2021-22 took place at the end of the meeting. Jacqueline Ruffino was born in September, 1940, and raised in Northern…
Clubs & Classes, April 2021
Sun Lakes Roadrunners RV Club Notice
Cathie Smith, Secretary The Roadrunners RV Club is all about fun, travel, new adventures, good food, and great friends! The group enjoys many opportunities to see new sights, go on organized tours, or explore on their own. Members like to dine out or cook at the campsite, learn from others, and share their own ideas…
Clubs & Classes, April 2021
AAUW: Making a Difference with Local Scholarships: Annual Fundraising Drive Supports College Pursuits for Women in Southeast Valley
Barbara Stewart The Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) kicks off its local scholarship fundraising drive in April, part of the group’s mission to advance equity for women and girls. This month, raffle ticket sales and proceeds from a portion of the sales at JudyWear Boutique in Chandler on April…
Clubs & Classes, April 2021
Apple Club News
Gary Bross With COVID-19 restrictions still in place, we look forward to the day our educational classes and topical roundtable discussions can resume. Working closely with our members in a hands-on environment has always been our strong suit. We are anxious to reestablish that relationship, and will do so as soon as health conditions permit.…
Clubs & Classes, April 2021
AAUW of the S.E. Valley Donates Books to Chandler Schools
Ellie Watland For several years, members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) of the S.E. Valley have volunteered as reading tutors at San Marcos and Galveston Elementary Schools, Title One schools in Chandler. They have participated in a reading fluency program, providing individual attention to students struggling with reading proficiency. Due to coronavirus,…