Gene Cline As visitors walk around the Diamond Lake Luminaries on Dec. 13 and 14, they may hear holiday songs played by the Sun Lakes Instrumental Ensemble, along with other musical groups. Holiday music has been a part of rehearsals for the Sun Lakes Instrumental Ensemble as they prepare for several share times in the…
December 2025, Generals
Lions Club Blood Drive December 11
The Sun Lakes Lions Club is sponsoring a blood drive on Dec. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248.
December 2025, Generals
Medicare Open Enrollment Is Here
Start thinking about any coverage changes you might want to make. Unsure? Confused? Personalized, objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans…
December 2025, Generals
Sun Lakes Chorale—Countdown to Holiday Concert
Yvonne Orlich We are just a few rehearsals short of the upcoming concert. With so few rehearsals left—where did the time go?—the work is getting pretty intense. There are lots of words to learn, and coordinating that with the music can be very challenging with some numbers. Our memories are not what they used to…
December 2025, Generals
Please Join Us for Risen Savior’s Annual Quilt and Bake Sale!
Risen Savior’s annual Quilt and Bake Sale will be on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Risen Savior’s north building, 23620 S. Alma School Road, near Chandler Heights Road. There will be many beautiful quilts, baby quilts, and children’s quilts, along with other handmade items for sale. We will also have a…
December 2025, Generals
Risen Savior’s Service of Remembrance December 1
Join us on Dec. 1 at 6:30 p.m. in our south building sanctuary for prayers, music, and a message of hope. If you have lost someone dear to you, remember them at this service. Call the church office at 480-895-6782 to include your loved one in this service by giving their name to be read…
December 2025, Generals
A Message from the IronOaks President
Pat Horning, IronOaks Board President IronOaks Monthly Newsletter – Holiday Edition The weather is perfect, our snowbird friends have returned, the golf courses are open and in excellent condition, and the pickleball and tennis courts are bustling with activity. With countless events, parties, and festivities happening throughout the community, it’s truly a wonderful time to…
Generals, December 2025
Message from the President
Leonard Horst Hello and our best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season from your board of directors and the management team at Cottonwood Palo Verde. This is a wonderful time of year when we get together with friends and family to celebrate the good life we are privileged to enjoy here in Sun Lakes. There…
November 2025, Front Page
Celebrating 40 Years of Hiking
Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club Forty years ago, Sun Lakes resident Paul Seibert and his friend Leo Fontaine decided to informally start the Sun Lakes Hiking Club. Paul had been hiking on his own in the area for several years and felt others might find hiking as adventurous and interesting as he did. He…
November 2025, Front Page
Raising the Bar in Sun Lakes: Sun Lakes Pickleball Club, IronOaks
A Message from Joe Koken, Club President Since its establishment in 2008, the IronOaks Pickleball Club has mirrored the explosive national growth of the sport, evolving into one of the Southwest’s most dedicated and thriving organizations. Our mission is centered on maximizing the enjoyment, health benefits, and community fellowship that pickleball offers to players of…