David Zapatka After friends recently hiked in the Chiricahua National Monument, I read this in a news article: “Wilcox, Ariz.—A merry troupe of coatis moms and babies were spotted along a road in Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona. Cousins of raccoons, the playful coatis gathered and excitedly squeaked with their tails shooting straight up like…
November 2025, Features
Jacquie’s Corner: Another Best Birthday Again
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt On my birthday, which I recently experienced with my family and very good friends, I was grateful for all the joy blessed to me. My husband John, I ask him every time, “How do you find such wonderful cards with such beautiful thoughts and words? You always take it upon yourself to…
November 2025, Features
Look What’s New for Feet! Structural Reflexology!
Kathleen Ismael, Reflexology Practitioner, IronOaks Fitness A new form of reflexology is the newest hot topic in the world of feet. As traditional reflexology addresses every system and organ in the body, structural reflexology does all of that and more. Structural reflexology focuses on the design and function of the foot. Every foot and ankle…
November 2025, Generals
Unit Happenings – November 2025
Unit 11 HOA Board Meeting The monthly Unit 11 HOA board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 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 Please note that due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the normally scheduled dates…
November 2025, Generals
Grief Support at Sun Lakes
Carole Hocevar “Ripples on the Pond” is here! You are not alone on the pond that we call grief. We will meet every Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. in the classroom at the Computer Learning Center at Cottonwood to help you find your breath after your loss. Mark your calendar. For more info, text…
November 2025, Generals
The Time Is Now to Nominate a Volunteer for a Crystal Award
The deadline for Crystal Award nominations is Dec. 8 at 4 p.m. Do you know a dedicated volunteer who devotes a great deal of time and energy to making Sun Lakes a better place in which to live? Nominate that person for a Crystal Award. Anyone may nominate a volunteer who lives in Sun Lakes…
November 2025, Generals
Sun Lakes Neighborhood Watch Group
Pam Wortman Sun Lakes residents are partnering with local law enforcement to build a safer, more connected community. A Neighborhood Watch program is a community-based initiative where residents work together to monitor and report suspicious activities in their area. Members receive training on recognizing suspicious behavior, reporting incidents, alerting their neighbors, and taking measures to…
November 2025, Generals
Matthew’s Crossing Hosts Its First Annual Golf Tournament
Jim Meagher Congratulations to our partner Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank (MCFB). They welcomed their participants on Sept. 17 to their first golf tournament, held at San Marcos Resort, in what they plan to be an annual event. They are very pleased with the financial results in sufficient fundraising to provide meals for 4,000 people. The…
November 2025, Generals
Calling All Artists and Crafters
Denise Haynie, Ricki O’Keeffe, and Vince Rossi The Art at Sun Lakes 16th Annual Art Show fundraiser will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a rain date of Saturday, March 14, 2026. This amazing show features a wide range of art and crafts, including paintings in various…
November 2025, Generals
Country and Ballroom Dinner Dance November 23
John Yu Sun Lakes Dinner Dance presents our Holiday Turkey Dance at the San Tan Ballroom on Sunday, Nov. 23. Doors open at 5 p.m., and a dance lesson for attendees starts at 4 p.m. The music will be provided by The Breeze Trio, playing music that spans the decades, from swings of all types…