In April of 2016, the Allen Organ Company launched a nationwide contest to recognize outstanding musical performances within churches that utilize Allen organs. Churches across the US were invited to submit a video of a live performance during a worship service between April of 2016 and March of 2017. The monthly winners receive a $100…
Pastor Vernon Meyer of Sun Lakes United Church of Christ and Rev. Jody Topping of Faith United Methodist Church are planning an Ecumenical Pilgrimage to the Holy Land in May 2017. This would be Pastor Vernon’s 25th pilgrimage to the Holy Land and Pastor Jody’s first tour. We would study the scriptures in the various…
Ruth Rees, Publicity The number of OLGA members decreases dramatically during the summer, increasing the odds for those who brave the heat and come out to play. Some weeks, as few as 14 or 15 play, but now that the weather is moderating toward perfect, the numbers are resuming toward the mid-winter highs. It’s always…
John Concannon, Publicity The year was 1946. War World II had ended and the world was at peace; Harry Truman was firmly in charge and a whole new era in suburban living was starting with the Levittown concept on Long Island. That was also the year during which Alan Gibbs was born in Marlboro, MA…
Gary Vacin Thirty-eight new two-player teams registered for Sisk Bocce Ball competition at the club’s table at the Cottonwood Open House October 8. That means more than 240 players will be competing in the club’s fall tournament which begins November 6 on the Sisk Park courts. For those who are unfamiliar with our club, two-player…
Mary Nelson On September 15 the CLGA event was a points game. In a points game players get a set amount of points for bogey, par, birdie, etc. Results from the tournament are as follows: Flight 1: 1st Nancy Gahn, 2nd Mary Lu Esget, 3rd (tie) Nadine Sanders and Mary Nelson; Flight 2: 1st Molly…
Susan Gottschalk The Sun Lakes Lady Putters have started the 2016-17 season, our 20th year. The Christmas luncheon is scheduled for December 2 at the San Tan Ballroom in Cottonwood. Lunch choices are traditional Cobb Salad or Straws ‘N Steak Salad. Raffle drawings will be held as our organization’s fundraiser for a few local charities.…
Janet Myrick Our new season of pickleball is upon us! Our SLPCIO club has a lot of exciting social events planned for this coming season. We will compete in the East Valley Interclub League and other tournaments. In addition, we will compete in an exciting new challenge called the Robson Pickleball League. This league includes…
Janet Baron, Publicity Chairman Our last summer league was held at Sun Lakes Golf Club and a very pleasant and challenging day was enjoyed by all. The weather was great; we gobbled down those special hot dogs after our game. The select a drive play was held on September 13, results follow: 1st team winners…
Results of recent events: 9/03. Ace of Aces qualifying – Flight 1 Gross: 1st Paul Brauer, 2nd Dave Butler, 3rd Dick Haug; Flight 1 Net: 1st Dick Haug, 2nd Walt Nowicki, 3rd Dave Butler and Paul Brauer; Flight 2 Gross: 1st Ed Farrenkopf, 2nd Tom Rainville, 3rd Sam Didomenico, Jim Fergal and Ray Osborne; Flight…