Dale Goodwin, IronOaks president Welcome to our new board members! I am honored to take the helm as the next board president of IronOaks. Over the past year, I have had the privilege of serving on our board of directors, and before that, as chair of the finance committee. When I’m not working on behalf…
May 2026, Clubs & Classes
The Edgar Cayce Study Group
What another meeting? But this one is different. You will love it. We will learn from each other and also from the Readings of Edgar Cayce. We meet every Thursday at 7 p.m. in room A-2 of the Cottonwood Country Club. We have group discussions from the book Search For God through the Edgar Cayce…
May 2026, Sports
Palo Verde Couples League
Judy Onken Palo Verde Couples League is one of the oldest sanctioned golf clubs in the community. Its current membership is at 300 plus and open to men and women of all skill levels. Games are varied throughout the year with some two–person team competitions and some four–person team competitions. Each couple consisted of one…
May 2026, Features
Do You Know How the American Disability Act (ADA) Can Work for Those With Hearing Loss?
Join the HLAA (Hearing Loss Association of America) East Valley Chapter on Thursday, May 14 from 12:45 to 2:30 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Rd., Room 1. We will welcome Michele Michaels, the hearing healthcare program manager at the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (ACDHH).…
May 2026, Religion
Letting Go
Mark Wenz It’s human nature to want to be liked and to desire a large group of supportive people around us. However, some relationships do nothing to support our spiritual growth but do the opposite by holding us back and distracting us from staying on our spiritual evolutionary path. We have all known people whose…
Generals, May 2026
Save the Date
Join us for the First Annual GAIN (Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods) Night for our Sun Lakes Communities—a special evening dedicated to bringing communities together, strengthening neighborhood connections, and celebrating local pride across Sun Lakes. We’re looking for great people to host! If you’ve ever thought of hosting a block party for your neighbors, this is the…
Generals, May 2026
Blooming With Hope Third Annual Dementia Friendly Gala
Saturday, May 9, 5 to 8 p.m. The Gala will offer music, dancing, raffles, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, a photo booth to capture the memories, and an opportunity to support the goal of dementia friendly Sun Lakes—to make all families feel welcome and included! Formal, festive attire is the vibe for the evening. Proceeds will support…
May 2026, Sports
Hole-in-One for Charlie!
On April 9, Charlie Gee scored a hole in one in the sixth hole at Sun Lakes Country Club using a 9 iron. His feat was witnessed by his playing partners John Sebela, Lance Moyer, and Jerry Thigpen. Congratulations Charlie!
May 2026, Clubs & Classes
Kinetic Karate
Charmaine Roberts What is kinetic karate? Kinetic karate begins with the kinetic chain. The kinetic chain is the interrelation of the nervous, muscular and skeletal systems. Our nerves, muscles and joints work together to create human movement. Kinetic karate generates movement that creates energy in our muscles and joints. The objective of a dynamic, energetic, and safe karate…
May 2026, Sports
Play Your Best Pool: You Don’t Have to Be a Great Player to Be a Great Teacher
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool There’s a common misconception in cue sports—and in sports in general—that the best teachers must also be the best players. On the surface, that idea seems logical. If someone plays at a high level, surely they must know how to teach. In reality, teaching and playing are two very different skill…