Lance Williams Dear Neighbors, As we dive into the heart of summer, we at Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes are delighted to extend a warm invitation to all of you to join us for a special event that promises to be both delightful and informative. “Get The Scoop On Robson Reserve” Complimentary Ice Cream Social:…
August 2024, Sports
Save the Date!
The 2024 Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament, sponsored by the Cottonwood Tennis Club, will take place Sunday, Dec. 1, through Saturday, Dec. 7. The Bradshaw/Neu is the largest and most exciting tournament of the year for both participants and spectators. Entry is open to all 55+ communities in the area, and all the Cottonwood courts are used…
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
Apple News
Marilyn Conner Your Apple team is hard at work, wherever we are, preparing for fall. We will be presenting Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. It premiered on June 10, but we will be showcasing it to our club at our first class on Monday, Oct. 14. Our club meets at the Computer Learning Center in the…
Generals, August 2024
Veterans Coffee Hour
Veterans Coffee Hour is held every second Thursday of the month from 9 to 10 a.m. at Valley of the Sun Memorial Cemetery located at 10940 E. Chandler Heights Road, in Chandler. Join us for coffee and donuts, share stories with fellow veterans, and learn about veteran services. Come join us for the camaraderie! Meeting…
August 2024, Sports
IronOaks Tennis Club
Judith Gahide More than 50 members attended the IronOaks Tennis Club’s annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast. Members prepared a bountiful, colorful spread that was enjoyed by all. This event is a club favorite and always has a patriotic showing of red, white, and blue.
August 2024, Generals
Reach Out Sun Lakes
Jim Meagher In many ways, America is the land of plenty. But for so many, hunger is a reality. Many people believe that the problems associated with hunger are confined to small pockets of society, certain areas of the country, or certain neighborhoods, but the reality is much different. Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank has been…
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
Card Making Class
Linda Smart and Sarah Lythgoe Join us on the second Saturday of every month to make two greeting cards with an Independent Stampin’ Up demonstrator. The class fee is $10 and includes everything you need except adhesive. Bring yours or purchase during class. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. The cards will be completed during one…
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
Rock, Gem & Silver Club
Darrell Dick As vice president of the Sun Lakes Rock, Gem & Silver Club, I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself and talk a little about this exciting and creative club. My name is Darrell Dick, and I have lived within the Sun Lakes community for about three and a half years, and…
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
A Final Salute to a Jewish War Veterans Founder
The Jewish War Veterans (JWV) Copper State Post 619 exists in the East Valley because of a handful of truly committed veterans. One of its most active members was founder Richard Askinazi who was honored recently at the Post’s 30th Anniversary luncheon. Over this period, the Post has grown to more than 100 members and…
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
Desert Threads Casual Summer
Joan Y. Carver Desert Threads Quilt Guild is enjoying casual and fun meetings through the hot summer. In June nearly 20 members who call Sun Lakes their “summer” home met without a planned program, finding this extra time perfect for sharing inspiring projects, new techniques, and fun Show & Tell. Besides the informal format providing…