Our summer break is over! Please join us on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 12:45 to 2:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road. As in our monthly H.O.P.E. (Hearing Other People’s Experiences) meetings, we will host an open discussion and encourage you to share your hearing experiences and challenges during the…
October 2024, Religion
Reflections on Acceptance from a Member of Unity Church of Sun Lakes
Mark Wenz All people have moments when they wish their lives could be different than they are–perhaps because they perceive themselves as unlucky or mistreated and their lives as mundane or painful. However, is this desire to wish for an easier life helpful or harmful to one’s spirit? I looked for answers to this question…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
Republican Club October 9 Meeting
The Sun Lakes Republican Club will feature “Election Year Insights” with Mike Broomhead, KTAR 92.3 FM morning radio host, at its monthly meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in the Navajo Room of Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 S. Sun Lakes Blvd., in Sun Lakes. The public is invited! Please bring your neighbors…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
Ukulele Group Kicks Off on November 3

Nancy Harrison The Sun Lakes Ukulele Group, led by Cottonwood Palo Verde resident Nancy Harrison, will kick off its eighth season on Sunday, Nov. 3. We meet on the first and third Sundays of the month in the winter season in the Computer Learning Center, Room 1 (Phoenix Room). We learn songs, chords, strums, fun…
Sports, October 2024
Exciting Update on Short Court Tennis at Cottonwood

Maryann Sinerius Last spring, we introduced short court tennis as an innovative addition to our club offerings. To gauge interest, we opened our courts to all Cottonwood homeowners during club hours (Monday mornings at 7 a.m.) throughout the summer. We’re thrilled to report that this experiment was a resounding success! More than 100 residents purchased…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
Fun Lakers
The best social club in Sun Lakes, the Fun Lakers, is kicking off the season strong with lots of activities planned. Get out your calendar and pencil in these upcoming events so you don’t miss a thing! Saturday, Oct. 12, Game Night Host Ray Rodriguez will bring the fun with trivia, fun feud, and Music…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
FUN da MENTAL Bridge Classes for Everyone!
Maria Davis FUN da MENTAL Bridge is offering a variety of bridge classes starting in October. Learn with Better Bridge instructors Karin Hansen, Maria Davis, and Rose Gangel. Back by popular demand! Have fun. Exercise your brain. Hundreds of your neighbors have taken enjoyable, stimulating FUN da MENTAL Bridge lessons over the past several years.…
October 2024, Sports
SLLGA Results
Aug. 6, Sweat Hog Outing 1st (tie) Nadine Stark, Karen Simon, Uni Foster/Kathy Schneider, Marci Kopplemaa, Jacque Lingle; 3rd Penny Nowicki, Betty Reagan, Mary Bish Aug. 13, Non-Water Holes Flight 1: 1st Kathy Schneider; 2nd Penny Nowicki; 3rd Betty Reagan Flight 2: 1st Peggy Huot; 2nd Kerri Jerome; 3rd (tie) Cat Lajune, Pam Conary Aug.…
October 2024, Generals
Back by Popular Demand: Jesse Washington

Vocalist Jesse Washington will present his Sixth Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Vocal Musicale Concert on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 2 p.m. This year’s Musicale will be a “Reunion” featuring Jesse and some of his former special guests. The Musicale will include gospel, contemporary gospel, classical, blues, R & B, showtunes, and patriotic songs for your entertainment pleasure.…
