Join us for the 4th Annual Jingle & Mingle Fundraiser, hosted by the Chandler Business Alliance (CBA), on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta, located at 590 N. Alma School Rd #35, Chandler. This festive community event brings together local businesses, residents, and supporters to celebrate the season while raising funds for meaningful…
December 2025, Features
Jacquie’s Corner: The Happiest Christmas Ever
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt This story took place almost 20 years ago and brought you, the readers, up to present days. I was blessed and wanted to share with you. Born and raised in New Jersey, I decided to spread my wings to an unknown location. I headed south on the freeway until I reached Virginia,…
December 2025, Features
Breast Cancer Zumba Fundraiser Was a Wonderful Success
Sandra Melchor I held a Breast Cancer Research Fundraiser/Zumba Party on Oct. 26 at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center. I was completely overwhelmed by all the ladies in attendance, their support, and the generous donations by our community. We raised $1,961 to support this important cause and to raise awareness of early detection for…
December 2025, Generals
Neighbors Who Care – December 2025
Annual Fall Social Luncheon with Realtors Who Care Realtors Who Care and Neighbors Who Care (NWC) teamed up again for the annual Fall Client Social Luncheon held at First Baptist Church Sun Lakes in late October. Nearly 50 clients who find it difficult to gather with others because of transportation issues were treated to a…
December 2025, Generals
Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse – December 2025
Posseman Ken Hinatsu Wins Above & Beyond Award Bill Shedd Posseman Ken Hinatsu was recently honored at the American Red Cross Breakfast in October. Hinatsu was awarded the Above & Beyond Award. The Above & Beyond Award honors individuals who not only host blood drives consistently, but also have maintained high levels of success due…
December 2025, Generals
State Parties – December 2025
Dakotas ‘Round Up’ Party March 12, 2026—Save the Date Steve Perkins North Dakotans and South Dakotans and friends from Sun Lakes, SunBird, and surrounding areas are all invited to the annual North and South Dakota Party held Thursday, March 12, 2026, in the San Tan Ballroom, Cottonwood Country Club in Sun Lakes. Make sure you…
December 2025, Generals
Unit Happenings – December 2025
Unit 11 The monthly Unit 11 HOA board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 4 p.m. in the Computer Learning Center Phoenix Room at the Cottonwood clubhouse. All homeowners are welcome to attend. Unit 19 Townhomes Only Donna Block Please note that due to the Christmas holiday, the normally scheduled meeting dates…
December 2025, Generals
Emergencies Can Be Tricky with Hearing Loss
Come to the HLAA East Valley Chapter meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11, from 12:45 to 2:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church. We will be joined by members of the Sun Lakes Fire Department and members of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Posse. They’ll help us by exploring many situations we might find ourselves in,…
December 2025, Generals
National Day of Prayer
Mark your calendar for Thursday, May 7, 2026, for the National Day of Prayer to be held at the Oakwood ballroom. This event will have a program of patriotic and inspirational music, guest speakers, and musicians. This is the 75th year for the National Day of Prayer event. Each and every year, the President of…
December 2025, Generals
Veterans Coffee Hour
Veterans Coffee Hour is held every second Thursday of the month from 9 to 10 a.m. at Valley of the Sun Memorial Cemetery located at 10940 E. Chandler Heights Road, Chandler, AZ 85248. Join us for coffee and donuts, share stories with fellow veterans, and learn about veteran services. Come join us for the camaraderie!…