Arthur Fink Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, a Reform Temple, is now accepting new members. For more information, please contact Susie at 480–580-1592.
August 2026, Religion
The Ability to Heal
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. During the journey of life, we encounter many roadblocks and detours, and sometimes we cannot find our way to our final destination because of all the distractions. We wonder whether we took the right road. Should we turn to the left or to the right or go straight ahead? Should we…
August 2026, Religion
Amazing Journey
Mark Wenz, Unity Church of Sun Lakes For those of you who grew up on classic rock, the Beatles’ “The Long and Winding Road” and the Who’s “Amazing Journey” both look at life symbolically as a road or journey with many stops, roadblocks, mishaps, and obstacles–yet also with wonders, surprises, revelations, and freedom. Isn’t life…
August 2026, Sports
Tennis Club Celebrates USA’s 250th Birthday
Barb Jorgensen As always, the Cottonwood Tennis Club knows exactly how to throw an unforgettable party! Even with temperatures hitting a scorching 105°F on the tennis patio, the heat was no match for our community’s festive spirit. Organizers Toni Reider and Gwen Lucas pulled out all the stops to host a spectacular, high-energy Stars and…
Sports, August 2026
Mark Your Calendar!
This year’s highly anticipated Bradshaw-Neu Charity Tennis Classic is Nov. 15 to 21. Join us for an incredible week of competitive tennis, community spirit, and giving back! This year’s tournament brings together players from all prior and new tennis clubs, with a special welcome to our vibrant 55+ tennis community. Event Highlights Grand Canyon University…
August 2026, Sports
Join the Fun: Intro to Short Court Tennis!
Ready to try something new? Come experience the excitement of Short Court Tennis at the Cottonwood Tennis Club. It’s a bridge into tennis and out of tennis as the skills are 100% transferable. People are loving this new variation on tennis: A fun way to get an excellent cardio workout. Accessible and enjoyable for all…
August 2026, Sports
Red, White, and Woo-Hoo!
Red, White, and Woo-Hoo! DD Kullm IronOaks Tennis Club members celebrated Independence Day with another successful annual Pancake Breakfast and Tennis Social on July 4, combining friendly competition, great food and community spirit. The morning began with random-draw social tennis from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Pleasant overcast skies provided cooler-than-usual conditions, making for an enjoyable…
August 2026, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: The Wild, Wonderful World of Pickleball
David Zapatka There’s something audacious about the name. Pickleball. Say it out loud. You can’t help but grin. It turns out that is exactly the point! Millions of people are discovering that a paddle, a whiffle-like ball, and a court the size of a badminton court can do something that gyms and wellness apps cannot.…
August 2026, Sports
Cottonwood Men’s Golf Association Results for June
Buddy Meola The monthly Ace of Aces qualifier was played on June 6. The low gross and low net scores from each flight qualify for the Ace of Aces tournament that will be played at the end of the year. First Flight Low Gross – Bruce Pape First Flight Low Net – Bruce Bennett Second Flight…
August 2026, Sports
Bridge Scores
Cottonwood Ladies Bridge June 18 1st Liz Schubert, 2nd Joan Phelan, 3rd Vanessa Helmgartner June 25 1st Judy Casey, 2nd Nan Hare, 3rd Colleen Ritter July 2 1st Judy Ligas, 2nd Mary Evans, 3rd Maureen Howell Partnership Bridge July 9 1st Sally Culbertson and Liz Schubert, 2nd Karen Harnesh and Adrienne Vidrikis, 3rd Maurine Howell…