Pastor Judy Wismar Claycomb If your spouse has died, you know the upheaval and uncertainty that can follow. Sun Lakes United Methodist Church at 9428 E. Riggs Road in Sun Lakes invites you to gather with others who have experienced similar loss at GriefShare’s Loss of Spouse seminar on Tuesday, March 12, from 10 to…
March 2024, Features
In Passing – March 2024
Lorraine Marie Brammer Lorraine Marie Brammer, 87, went to be with our Lord on Dec. 6, 2023, due to complications from COVID. She was born, one of eight children, on the family ranch in western South Dakota. Life on the prairie was hard but the family was strong, and the siblings enjoyed nearly every aspect…
Clubs & Classes, March 2024
Dance Lessons with Edie Gilbertsen at Oakwood
Line Dance classes are on Mondays, March 4 through March 25, from 5:15 to 6 p.m. West Coast Swing classes are on Mondays, March 4 through March 25, from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Lessons in Latin technique, used in cha cha, rumba, and salsa moves, are on Wednesdays, March 6 through March 27, from 4…
March 2024, Clubs & Classes
Korean War Veterans
Rich Volpe, Chapter Commander As we head into the time of year closing in on some of our major holidays, our organization would like to give a special thanks and extend our appreciation to all who have helped support us over the past years. Things are getting back to normal, and we have been going…
March 2024, Generals
Desert Rivers Audubon Society BirdWalks
Gwen Grace The black-crowned night heron is usually inconspicuous and hard to spot among the reeds and bushes over a body of water. It likes to come out at dusk to eat, but it sits in trees in the daylight. If you want to see one, join the Desert Rivers Audubon Society at the Gilbert…
March 2024, Clubs & Classes
April Class in Self-Healing
Rina Cupples, Reiki Teaching Master You’ve heard of the health benefits derived from eating nutritious food, taking supplements, and following a regular exercise regime. We also understand that stress can undermine our wellbeing, so maintaining a positive attitude and enjoyable social structure contribute to good health also. Our spiritual practices, like attending church, meditation, and…
March 2024, Sports
Softball Player Profile: Greg Lemmon
Larry Wolfe Dun, da-DUN-dun! The story you’re about to read is true. Unlike the old TV show Dragnet, the names have not been changed to protect the innocent. “This is the city—San Leandro, Calif. I carry a badge. My name’s Lemmon.” That could certainly be the lead-in for the life story of Greg Lemmon. But let’s…
March 2024, Sports
Swing for Hope
Sharma Goodwin The Ironwood Ladies Golf Association (ILGA) invites you to help us drive out cancer and Swing for Hope. Activities begin in March and end on Thursday, March 21. All proceeds go to the University of Arizona Cancer Center (UAF/UACC) for research on a cure for all cancer. With the help of our community,…
March 2024, Clubs & Classes
Choosing a Good Hike
Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club Our Hiking Club has hundreds of different hikes that they do in the Valley, most of which are well-known favorites. As good as these hikes are, it’s always fun to explore a new area. And that is why we go on a Special Hike every year in March. This…
Clubs & Classes, March 2024
Restless Minds
Come and join us for a lively discussion. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month in the Sewing Room at Oakwood at 7 p.m. No membership is required. Just come and enjoy a lively discussion with open-minded, interesting people. No arguing—just different points of view. We look forward to meeting new people. See…