Norm Noble On Tuesday, May 1, Ben Braker will talk about life as a U.S. Border Patrol Agent – something he has done for over 12 years. For the first seven years as an agent, he spent his days on horseback on the Horse Patrol Unit. He patrolled the most remote and rugged portions of…
May 2018
Fun Lakers Club news
Carole Sinicki In April, the Fun Lakers Club nominated new board and committee chairs for the upcoming season. All members were eligible to participate and vote for the new board on April 25, at the monthly FLC meeting. Due to the deadline for this publication, we will share the results in next month’s newsletter. At…
May 2018
Writers’ Page
My Friend Diane Keneally I spoke to my friend last night. A long, satisfying conversation, uninterrupted by family duties or needs interfering with alone time. This friend lives far away, 2500 miles to be exact and we don’t get the time or opportunity to talk often. We both have our own lives, busy and full.…
May 2018
“Old Schoolers” learn to speak like a geek
Sue Schwartz Brain studies have shown that learning languages has multiple benefits beyond just improving your communication skills. It can increase problem-solving abilities, critical thinking and even how to use your Apple products. Computer technology had us struggling with terminology until we decided to reboot and learn this new languages-essential vocabulary. Review hardware and software,…
May 2018
Find your inner artist
Margaret Crusoe Have you always wanted to learn to paint someday? Perhaps today is that “someday.” Now may be the time to explore your artistic interests. My personal instruction will help you learn the basics of painting with water-based paint. In addition to my degree in art education, I have over 40 years of teaching…
May 2018
VFW 8053 Auxiliary – a sponsor of the Easter Egg Hunt
Karen Shaffer The Auxiliary participated in the VFW Auxiliary Family Freedom Festival by sponsoring activities at the Sun Lakes Country Club Easter Egg Hunt. Families enjoyed the Easter Egg Hunt with four age groups “hunting” eggs and getting pictures with the Easter Bunny. Before and after the hunt, face painting and balloon animals were made…
May 2018
DAR elects regent; nominates state officer
Toni Bolling Lutter At the annual meeting in March, Gila Butte Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) held its elections for the 2018-2020 Executive Board and elected Marjorie Nelson Chapter Regent. Regent Lesley Baran, who served from 2016-2018, is a nominee for the Arizona State DAR Executive Board. Nelson served as chair of the…
May 2018
Stay active for summer!
Noell Hyman Have your friends gone back north? Is it getting too hot for tennis, pickleball or golf? Is the intense summer sun making you sleepy midway through the day? Come inside with us and enjoy some new friends while moving, stretching and strengthening your body. Yes, we are still offering our therapeutic yoga classes…
May 2018
Golden Goalies – Two challenges
Bea Loozer Challenge Number 1: Our leader Sharon has mentioned that we’re putting together a cookbook of healthy recipes and tips. So I challenge you to hand-write a recipe or tip if you don’t have a computer and, if you do have one, then email it to Sharon. Thanks to Audrey for the idea and…
May 2018
Zumba with Mary
Mary Tyree Well, here we are winding down another great season before our summer break. Time is slipping by, so take this opportunity to make May a healthy month by joining my Zumba® Fitness workout. It was great to see all of you at my Zumba® Spring Fling Party at Stone & Barrel in Oakwood.…