Arthur Fink Looking for a friendly chess game? Or maybe just looking for help learning how to play? Serious players are welcome, too. We play chess on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Ceramics Room (A-8). There is no formal commitment. Come when you can and leave when you want. Feel…
February 2025, Generals
SLUMC Launches Grief Support Class Beginning February 18
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is pleased to announce a new Grief Support class starting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. This eight-week class is designed to provide a safe, supportive environment for individuals navigating the journey of grief. The Grief Support class will be facilitated by community care advocate Polly Smith,…
February 2025, Generals
Unit Happenings – February 2025
Unit 11 Penny Dilles The Unit 11 annual homeowners meeting will be on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 5:30 p.m. in the Saguaro Room at the Cottonwood clubhouse. All homeowners should plan to attend. The Unit 11 monthly HOA board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 4 p.m. in the Computer Learning Center,…
January 2025, Front Page
Camera Club Hosts ACCC
Ken Duquaine On Nov. 15, 2024, the Sun Lakes Camera Club (SLCC) played host to the Arizona Camera Club Council’s (ACCC) 2024 Fall Roundup. ACCC is a federation of 15 camera clubs in Arizona that connects and supports camera clubs through news, competitions, honors, workshops, and events for photography enthusiasts. Roundups are photography competitions held…
January 2025, Front Page
Watch Out! You Never Know What Secrets Lie Hidden in Your Family Tree!
Mark your calendars! The Family Tree, a hysterically funny musical comedy, will be presented by LAFF (Laughter and Friendship Forever), an interfaith arts and entertainment effort that includes an outstanding cast representing many of the religious congregations within Sun Lakes! You’ll howl and roar with laughter as this zany production navigates the life-altering surprises discovered…
January 2025, Front Page
Is Hiking for You?
Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club I once asked a fellow hiker why he decided to join the Hiking Club. He said the answer was simple. His wife looked at him one day and said, “Get off that damn couch and do something.” So, he paged through the Splash and decided hiking would be his…
January 2025, Front Page
Sun Lakes Servers Tennis Team Now Based Out of Cottonwood
Dannette Hunnel Earlier this year, the Cottonwood Tennis Club approved use of its courts for the Sun Lakes Servers team home matches. This is a first for the club and is on a trial basis for the 2024-25 season. The team plays in the Valley of the Sun (VOS) Ladies Tennis League. VOS has four…
January 2025, Front Page
Elves Spotted in Sun Lakes!
Lorri Morgan The Sixth Annual Elf Pub Crawl returned to Sun Lakes on Dec. 7, again organized by our fearless leader Sharon Howard. We began at the Renaissance Memory Care home, singing Christmas carols, accompanied by our own pianist Jean Nelson, and handing out cookies and chocolates to the residents. Then our decorated golf carts…
January 2025, Front Page
Time to Register for the Senior Games!
Jacque Texeira January is registration month for the Senior Games at Sun Lakes. Go to our website at www.sunlakesentertainment.com and sign up for events today. It’s easy to do. First, you will declare your community. Then proceed to select the game(s) you want to play. Sign up for as many as you like. Finally, check…
January 2025, Sports
Two Docs and a Jock
Linda Shanahan It was a normal Thursday morning on the pickleball courts at IronOaks. Beginning level Skills and Drills were in session, with five new members joining for their first drill with the group. As usual, session leader Linda Shanahan had them briefly introduce themselves. After the session, participant Bob shared with Linda that he…