Gail Edom Be our guest and meet new friends at the Sun Lakes Essential Oils and Natural Wellness Club! Come learn how to use essential oils (that you may have already!). We are grateful to share essential uses for you and your pets. We have fun learning from each other and sharing our solutions to…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Former KLM Pilot to Speak to Aero Club January 19
Gary Vacin A Canadian citizen who flew many years with KLM Airlines in Europe will be the featured speaker at the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on Monday, Jan. 19, at the Cottonwood Country Club Lecture Hall. The session will begin with camaraderie at 6:30 p.m., followed by the presentation at 7 p.m. The public…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Bluegrass Jam Every Saturday
Please join us for a Bluegrass Jam every Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. If you love bluegrass music and can carry a tune and change cords on your instrument, please come and join us. We are in Room A-6 in Cottonwood every Saturday morning.
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Start the New Year Happy and Healthy at Women’s Connection
Kristy DeCleene Come be encouraged and begin 2026 with a renewed spirit at Sun Lakes Women’s Connection on Thursday, Jan. 15, at 10 a.m. in the Oakwood clubhouse ballroom, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes, Ariz. We have a special program just for you, with live music and a deluxe continental breakfast, including beverages, fruit,…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Desert Threads
Blanca Sanchez, Desert Threads Chapter of AQG Wrapping Up the Year and Welcoming 2026 As we close out another vibrant year of creativity, friendship, and service with Desert Threads, we look forward with excitement to all that 2026 has in store. Our members continue to inspire one another with their talents, generosity, and passion for…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Riding on the Short Line with the Sun Lakes Model Railroad Club
Steve Engelhardt The Sun Lakes Short Line Model Railroad Club was pleased to again set up our modules in the lobby of the clubhouse at Oakwood for Christmas. This is a lot of fun for us and seems to bring joy to many residents who have fond memories of their own holiday trains. Even though…
January 2026
Computer Booters
Helen Seaton, Public Relations Director Desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone—which is best? The Computer Booters Club will begin the new year at our general meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 1 p.m. in the Cottonwood Computer Learning Center. At the November annual meeting, officers were elected for the coming year: Jeff Ingersoll, president; Rob Truman,…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Elaine Hatzenbuhler: A Geologist’s Second Chapter in Sun Lakes
Sarah Marks After a 30-year teaching career at North Dakota State University, resident geologist Elaine Hatzenbuhler brought her five decades of expertise to the Sun Lakes Rock, Gem & Silver Club (SLRGS). She joined the club in December of 2012 after seeing a notice for a field trip to Cave Creek. Elaine’s geological background includes…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Membership Is Now Open for the 2026 Fun Lakers Social Club
Jacque Texeira Now that you have recovered from the holidays, it’s time to think about the year ahead. If you are new to Sun Lakes, the best way to create a great social life is to join and become active with the Fun Lakers Social Club. Annual dues are just $15, and membership allows you…
Clubs & Classes, January 2026
50+Fit with Julie
Julie Bauman Join Julie Bauman at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center! A variety of classes range from Chair Yoga, Total Body Fitness, Tabata, and Functional Fitness. Julie currently teaches on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8 and 9 a.m. From beginner to advanced, all are welcome. A seasoned instructor, Julie teaches at all levels.…