We’re Happy and We’re Feelin’ Good. The Spring Concert on March 26 was a great time for both the audience and the Chorale. It is always gratifying for the singers when the audience is so visibly enthusiastic about the songs and the singing, and that was definitely the case at this concert. The program started…
Clubs & Classes, May 2026
Dance Classes
Edie Gilbertsen From April 28 to May 20 we will meet in room A6. Tuesday group line dance class: 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, 9 to 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Private lessons can be scheduled for 30, 45, or 60 minutes for $1 per minute. Group classes are offered Wednesday nights…
May 2026, Religion
To Remember Is to Honor!
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. Here today, gone tomorrow—Some thoughts about Memorial Day and our involvement in paying tribute to the past. One thing we need to understand is that in an instant we are here, and in another instant we are not. Some call it the journey of life—it is a common expression. However, life,…
May 2026, Sports
Norris Invitational Shines as Sun Lakes’ Premier Pickleball Event
Not in their wildest dreams could Maureen and Dick Norris have imagined what the Sun Lakes pickleball community would one day become. Back in 2008, the couple—now the namesakes of the Norris Invitational Tournament—stood with a handful of friends in the Sisk Park parking lot, taping makeshift lines onto cracked asphalt just to create a…
May 2026, Features
Five Generations
Five generations of the family of long-time Sun Lakes resident Jo Bond.
May 2026, Sports
Ironwood Men’s Golf Association Thanks You!
Rick Staszewski-Publicity IMGA Thank you Al McCormick for your decade of service managing food and beverage for the Ironwood Men’s Golf Association (IMGA). Al McCormick arrived at Ironwood in 2015. Owning and managing his own insurance agency in his beloved state of Ohio—a true Buckeye fan from the great city of Columbus. He brought his…
May 2026, Clubs & Classes
New Board, New Momentum: A Prelude to the Chordaires’ Most Exciting Chapter Yet
Loraine Taneja Big things are happening in our community! The Chordaires Show Chorus is officially entering a bold new chapter in its 44-year history, and the energy is electric. Following their recent annual business meeting, the chorus has seated a dynamic new board of directors ready to lead the charge into their most revolutionary year…
May 2026, Features
Jacquie’s Corner: What Is Decoration Day? What Is Memorial Day?
Josephine M. Ruffino Why is Memorial Day celebrated only one day a year? On this day, flags, red, white and blue, wave outside our homes, outside office buildings and other places as far as our eyes can see on this designated day. Flowers and flags are placed on all the graves, North, South, East and…
May 2026, Clubs & Classes
Desert Artists Club Shares Art, Food, and Fun
Sue Sindelar If you are an artist who lives in Sun Lakes and are looking for camaraderie, consider the Desert Artist Club (DAC). The DAC is a place where people come together each Tuesday, year round, at the Cottonwood Ceramics Room, A-8. The DAC is a non–competitive outlet for creative people who like being around…
May 2026, Sports
Oakwood Nine Hole Couples League
Reggie Wegman The Oakwood Nine Hole Couples League had their end of year social! Black White and Bling was the theme. The event was chaired by Jane Steffes, co-chaired by Judy and Fred Thompson. They did an absolutely fabulous job. The team helped organize a most memorable party. The committee members were: prizes, Yvonne DeMoss…