Lois Valleau The original Reiki ideals as set forth by Reiki’s founder Usui Mikao are as follows: The secret art of inviting happiness The miraculous medicine of all diseases Just for today, do not be angry Do not worry and be filled with gratitude Devote yourself to your work and be kind to people Every…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Advanced Spanish Conversation Group
Dianne Zimmerman Want to practice your Spanish? We are a group of advanced conversational Spanish speakers from various backgrounds who practice our language skills in an informal setting. We meet every Wednesday, all year round, from 4:15-5:30 p.m. in the Ocotillo Room of the Arts and Crafts building at Oakwood Country Club. We discuss a…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Doug Baker March Rotarian of the Month
Norm Noble Doug Baker of Oakwood was recognized by the Sun Lakes Rotary Club as March’s Rotarian of the Month. Doug is a hard-working Rotarian who is responsible for keeping one of our major fundraisers under control, month after month after month. Sun Lakes Rotary is very dependent upon the funds received from Robson Publishing…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Jewish War Veterans honor members at recent banquet
Sandy Schmalzbach Jewish War Veterans Copper Post 619 of Sun Lakes recently held their annual Installation Banquet to officially install their new officers: Commander Mort Huskey, Senior Vice Commander Michael Levitt, Junior Vice Commander Bob Brooks, Junior Vice Commander Harve Kimmel and Judge Advocate Jesse Gersten. Also honored at the event were Sandra Schmalzbach and…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Dementia Support Group news
Please join us for an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support group starting Friday, May 19, at 10:00 a.m. at the Renaissance, 9504 E. Riggs Road, sponsored by Hospice of The Valley. The group is open to anyone who is seeking a little extra support or education about caring for a person with dementia. This will be a place…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
New Horizons Writers’ Group
Fisherman’s Legacy Jeri Holcombe Ragan Out in the bay the sun sequins the water as pristine sails glide past on lazy journeys, in white, unsullied beauty. Idyllic vision as sunrays illuminate jutting rocks where the seals come seeking heat. Until seal pup raises pain-filled eyes to reveal the bloody necklace he did not choose to…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Life Long Learning Open House registration for summer classes
Catherine Hammond New Adventures hosts its annual summer open house registration on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. This event provides the first opportunity for both members and anyone interested in becoming a member to sign up for a wide variety of lifelong-learning classes. Classrooms in the Sun Lakes Center of Chandler-Gilbert…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Edgar Cayce Study Group
Our Search for God study group meets every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in Room A-2 of Cottonwood Country Club. We explore the readings of Edgar Cayce who is recognized as the greatest psychic of the 20th century and the founder of holistic healing. We strive to be healthier, peaceful, and to be one with the…
Features, May 2017
News From IronOaks at Sun Lakes
President’s message David Erwin, President, IronOaks HOA Today we will officially welcome three new members to the Board of Directors for IronOaks: David Lott, Stan Mogck and Stewart Schulz. We will also be seeing the departure of three members who have served IronOaks well and spent many countless hours during their respective terms. More on…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Anglers spring fishing is complete
We had three derbies with local schools in early March. The catch is mostly catfish with an occasional bass. The bait is hotdogs. The kids have a lot of fun, and it is rewarding to be a part of the experience. So if you like to fish and want to do your good deed for…