Deb Engle Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, has a chapter in the East Valley called Devorah Hadassah. We organize events, programs, and fundraising activities to support Hadassah Medical Center in Israel and other Hadassah initiatives. For more information, please contact desertmountain@hadassah.org or Marcia Garnice at garnicemarcia@gmail.com. Upcoming Events: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 1:30 p.m.:…
February 2026, Religion
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation News and Events
Shabbat service will be held on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Chapel. Full services are conducted each month from February through June on the second Friday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Chapel. For additional information or to have your questions answered about Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation…
February 2026, Religion
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood—Games Galore
Esther Spear The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood will hold its annual fundraiser called Games Galore (formerly known as Card Party) on Monday, Feb. 23, at Oakwood Country Club at 10 a.m. We will have our signature gift baskets, dine-out gift cards, cash raffle, and tantalizing treats at our bake sale. The $40 entry fee…
February 2026, Religion
Charity and Kindness
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. Recently, I read a very interesting essay titled “An Interview with God.” The author is unknown, but I believe it could have been written by any of us. “Come in,” God said. “So, you would like to interview me?” “If you have the time,” I said. God smiled and said, “My…
February 2026, Religion
SLJC Membership Notice
Arthur Fink Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, a Reform Temple, is now accepting new members. For more information, please contact Susie at 480-580-1592.
February 2026, Religion
The Power of Love
Mark Wenz, Unity Church of Sun Lakes In Mark’s gospel, Jesus entreats us to “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Will we choose to follow Christ’s path of love, or will we default to embracing grievances, judgments, and anger? We live in severely divided times. Both polarities of the political spectrum lash out, judge, insult, ostracize,…
February 2026, Religion
Whatever Is Worthy of Our Attention
Rev. Jennifer Lambert, Senior Pastor, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church February often invites mixed emotions. For some, it carries reminders of love and connection. For others, it highlights absence—people we miss, routines that have changed, or seasons of life that feel quieter than we expected. Add to that the constant stream of news and commentary…
February 2026, Religion
Black History Month, Jesus, and the Faith That Sustained a People
Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ When I was growing up, I rarely learned about the history of Black Americans. What I did learn often came in fragments, limited to a few familiar names or moments, separated from the deeper story of struggle, faith, and survival that shaped generations. Black…
February 2026, Sports
4th Annual Pickle Barrel Classic
The Sun Lakes Pickleball Club-IronOaks is the proud host of the Fourth Annual Pickle Barrel Classic, a premier tournament held at the IronOaks Racquet Center, one of Central Arizona’s finest facilities. This exciting tournament, which began in 2023, has quickly grown into a must-attend event for the local pickleball community. The tournament typically features Men’s,…
February 2026, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: Mastering the Spin Game
David Zapatka Spin is one of the most underrated game-changing skills. While beginners often focus on simply getting the ball over the net, intermediate and advanced players know that adding spin can create awkward bounces, force errors, and open up the court. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your offensive tools or add finesse to your…