Virginia Koehler Several members met at the Salt River in November to search along the banks. It was a beautiful day, and there was even a sighting of wild horses when we gathered for lunch. In December, we met at a local restaurant for our Christmas lunch, instead of meeting at the clubhouse. Sun Lakes…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Oakwood Artists’ League holds annual Holiday Luncheon
Joyce Weary Members of the Oakwood Artists’ League (OAL) met in early December for their annual December meeting and Holiday Luncheon. The election of officers for 2018 took place. Returning officers are Joyce Weary, president; Kay Blas, vice president; Diane Hitt, treasurer; while Kathie Neffenger was newly elected as secretary. OAL members meet all day…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Ring in the New Year with Zumba
Mary Tyree I hope you all had a fantastic holiday. Unfortunately, there is always a price to pay for all the parties and great food. Now it’s time for a reality check. It’s called getting back to normal again. Let me help you make that task as painless as possible. Join me at one of…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Hiking opportunities abound with Hiking Club
Judith Kuse The Sun Lakes Hiking Club requires that those interested in becoming members participate in two hikes and obtain the hike leaders’ signatures for verification prior to application for membership. One way to satisfy part of that requirement is to participate in the Orientation Hike scheduled for January 11. This is a Mellow hike,…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Fun Lakers Club news
Carole Sinicki Welcome to 2018. The Fun Lakers Club hopes that everyone had a wonderful holiday season, and we are looking forward to a great year in Sun Lakes. Our first event for 2018 is the annual members-only meeting, which will be held on January 6 at the Ironwood Clubhouse. This is a meet-and-greet evening,…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Dr. Geri Hall to speak at annual P.E.O. Coffee – February 14
Linda Reber “Q & A: Seeking Help for Intellectual and/or Behavioral Changes” is the title of Dr. Hall’s address. Dr. Hall, PhD, ARNP, GCNS, FAAN and Clinical Nurse Specialist, is an internationally-recognized expert in the recognition and care of people with dementing illnesses. Retired from the Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, Geri developed, published and researched the…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
VFW Auxiliary promotes patriotism in the classroom
Betty Peer, VFW Auxiliary Sun Lakes The VFW Auxiliary has a variety of programs to help veterans and promote patriotism. One of those programs is called Youth Activities. The Sun Lakes VFW Auxiliary, through its youth activities program, has for several years adopted a second grade class at Mesa Arts Academy, a charter school of…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Women’s Connection celebrates the New Year with style show
Susan Reynhout, Publicity Chairman Begin the new year by treating yourself to a splendid girlfriend morning of fun, fellowship, good food and a fabulous style show. Invite your friends to join you on Thursday, January 11, in the Kingston Ballroom of the Oakwood Country Club of Sun Lakes at 9:00 a.m. Are you looking for…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Rotarian of the Month
Norm Noble Don Robins joined Sun Lakes Rotary Club in October, 2005. He was an engineer with General Motors for 40 years before retiring in 2000. Because of his outstanding work with “A World of Motion,” Don was named Rotarian of the Month of December. Don is the Phoenix Area Coordinator for “A World in…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
A New Year message
Rabbi Dr. Irwin Wiener It was approximately 2,500 years ago that a Prophet of Israel roamed the countryside preaching about the goodness of humanity and how it could be found in each of us. In fact, he emphasized that the most enduring force known to man was the power of our ability to conquer the…