Mary Humecke All local Southeast Valley women are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the AAUW Southeast Valley Branch (SEV) held on the third Monday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the IronOaks clubhouse in the Bradford Room. On Jan. 19 a representative from Civic Engagement Beyond Voting (CEBV) will be…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
P.E.O. Founders Day Lunch—Please Join Us
The P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) Founders Day Lunch will be held in the IronOaks Country Club ballroom on Jan. 24, with registration at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are $30 each. There will be a basket raffle, STAR Scholarship recipient speaker, a video story of founders, and good fellowship. Contact Anne Freyer at anfreyer07@gmail.com for more information.…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Happy New Year! Are You Ready to Reset and Recharge You?
Elise Ratliff Join us for Restorative Yoga classes with Elise. What is restorative yoga? It is a gentle, calming practice designed to relax the body and mind. It involves holding a series of passive poses for extended periods, often supported by props such as bolsters, blankets, and blocks. The focus is on deep relaxation rather…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Savvy Travelers Club to Meet January 15
Jeanette Rajamaki Join us for the first Cruise Night event for 2026 featuring your favorite Viking cruises. Start time is 6:30 p.m., so come early to get good parking. The San Tan Ballroom will have refreshments and lots of Viking information. Viking not only has river boat cruises in Europe, like France and Germany, but…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Discover the Edgar Cayce Study Group at Sun Lakes
Looking for something meaningful and uplifting? This isn’t just another meeting—you’ll truly enjoy it! Join us as we explore the wisdom of Edgar Cayce, often called the Sleeping Prophet and recognized as one of the greatest psychics of the 20th century. Through his A Search for God readings, Cayce inspired countless people to pursue holistic…
January 2026, Features
In Passing – January 2026
Charlie Birkemo Charlie was born in Chicago, Ill., on Nov. 28, 1948. He grew up in the northwest suburbs and graduated from Wheeling High School. He moved to Macomb, Ill., in 1966 to attend Western Illinois University (WIU), but got caught up in the Vietnam conflict and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1969. He spent…
January 2026, Features
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook Each year at the International Builders Show, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) honors standout products that push the industry forward. These innovations are recognized for their exceptional blend of design, functionality, and consumer-focused usability. Now in its 12th year, a panel of expert judges reviewed more than 300 submissions to determine…
January 2026, Features
Spotlight on Advertiser: Desert King Windows Listens to Your Needs
Jayson Shortt has carried Desert King Windows into homes across Arizona, Las Vegas, and San Antonio, Texas, continuing the same dedication to care and quality he shared while running the company alongside his father, Ron Shortt. Originally founded in Phoenix by Bill and Susan Burns, the business quickly became known for honesty, personal service, and…
Features, January 2026
IOTC Shines at 2025 Bradshaw-Neu Charity Tennis Classic!
DD Kullman The annual Bradshaw-Neu Charity Tennis Classic, held Nov. 16-22 and hosted by the Cottonwood Palo Verde Tennis Club, drew an impressive field of more than 115 players from across the Valley, including 44 talented competitors from IronOaks Tennis Club (IOTC). We’re proud to celebrate several IOTC members who brought home victories in their…
Features, January 2026
Protecting Yourself from Bitcoin ATM Scams
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Arizona recently passed a law regulating Bitcoin ATMs to protect consumers—especially older adults—from fraud. Scammers have leveraged these machines for years, tricking people into sending cash into crypto wallets, with funds often disappearing permanently. The new law introduces clear transaction limits, mandatory warnings, and receipts that show where money…