Would you like to use and keep up your Spanish skills? Our group is informal, and our purpose is to have fun talking and listening to each other while improving our language skills. We discuss topics suggested by members and, when needed, we help each other with grammar and vocabulary. We encourage intermediate Spanish speakers…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Computer Booters News
Helen Seaton Windows 10 End of Life—What are my options? Still running Windows 10? Got questions on what your options are? Microsoft is ending all support, including security updates, this month, after which Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, bug fixes, or technical support for Windows 10. We will examine all available options, from…
Clubs & Classes, October 2025
Italian-American Club News

Steve Ambroso, President Ciao! The Sun Lakes Italian-American Club (SLIAC) will be having a dinner meeting on Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Oakwood ballroom, next to Stone & Barrel restaurant in Sun Lakes. Doors open at 4:45 p.m., dinner is at 6 p.m., and the topic will be a video night of Italian comedians. The…
October 2025, Sports
Membership
Arthur Fink Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, a Reform Temple, is now accepting new members. For more information, please contact Susie at 480-580-1592.
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Chess Lessons
Arthur Fink Did you know that Sun Lakes Chess Club offers free chess lessons for anyone interested in taking up the game? We host a free, one-hour session (a $75 value) on the first Saturday of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. All are welcome. If you’d like to join us, simply show up…
October 2025, Generals
Art at Sun Lakes 2026—Calling All Artists and Crafters
Denise Haynie, Ricki O’Keeffe, and Vince Rossi The Art at Sun Lakes 16th annual art show fundraiser will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a rain date of Saturday, March 14, 2026. This amazing show features a wide range of art and crafts, including paintings in various…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Greek Activities
Karen Vollis Yassou! I’m hoping to meet other people (of any heritage) who enjoy Greek food, music, dancing, and comedy. We’ve had a good response, and our small group is growing! If you are interested in attending some of these activities, then please contact me at Karen.science23@gmail.com.
Clubs & Classes, October 2025
Living Retired: Fire Away!
Gary Chalk Recently, my wife Jan and I purchased a gas fire table so we can look forward to enjoying cooler evenings on our patio. “Gary, I am looking online at a nice fire table,” Jan said. “The problem is it comes unassembled, with a 30-page instruction book marked ‘Danger! Fire and Explosion Hazard!’” “Jan,…
October 2025, Features
In Passing – October 2025

Robert Brower Robert Kent Brower, age 81, died Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, at his home in Sauk Centre. Bob was a resident of both Sauk Centre, Minn., and Sun Lakes, Ariz., and passed peacefully, surrounded by his family after a battle with cancer. Per Bob’s request, a private family service will be held. Born on…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Agave Quilters Guild

Shannon Lanning Our September meeting was well attended, and what a special treat it was! Our speaker Gina Perkes, owner of The Copper Needle in Payson, presented a trunk show with dozens of her quilts. She explained how she chose the quilting pattern for each one. Many were prize-winning show quilts and quite intricate, requiring…