Richard Hawkes The introduction of cornhole to the Sun Lakes community followed the usual path of a new activity in an adult community. About five years ago, John and Barbara Byczko (formerly from Indiana) started inviting friends to come to their backyard for a night of fun with a new sport unknown to most folks. It…
Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ As the desert winds of February sweep across Sun Lakes, we are gently reminded of a unique season in our calendar—a time when love takes center stage in its various hues. February, a month often associated with Valentine’s Day, invites us to examine deeper into…
John Terranova, President The first half of our club’s bocce season was completed on Jan. 7, and divisional winners were honored at our Awards Potluck held at Sisk Park the following Sunday. Colleen Linko, membership director, took charge at the first session event to hand out nearly $1,500 in cash prizes to 42 teams (82…
Dottie Wodraska December continued the fun of robust league play for the Sun Lakes Lady Niners in spite of the colder weather. The Sun Lakes Lady Niners is a fun group of ladies of all ages and golfing abilities, from beginners to more advanced levels of play. A different game is played each week based…
St. Steven’s 11th Annual Baby Bottle Drive will be starting on Feb. 14 and ending on March 24. Bottles will be available before and after masses and at the main office. Monies from St. Steven’s Baby Bottle Drive have gone to help pregnancy clinic centers in the Greater Phoenix area. The following letter is from…
Linda Cools Every new year, millions resolve to make or keep their New Year’s resolutions. Whether or not you frown on making resolutions or fail to keep them, everyone seeks to make small improvements or changes in their routine. But many people view resolutions as unattainable and unrealistic goals. That might be because they bite…
J.B. Appling Rosetta Sheer, a longtime member of the African American Association of Sun Lakes (A.A.A.S.L.) and resident of Palo Verde, would like to extend an invitation to other Sun Lakes residents to join the A.A.A.S.L. and become members of this fun, nonprofit organization, which is open to all, with the objective of bringing together,…
Pastor Mitch McDonald, Sun Lakes Community Church It is now February. One month of 2024 has already flown by. At this point, many of us have either succeeded in accomplishing some goals for 2024 or failed. Personally, I am not one to usually make a lot of resolutions, but having goals in our lives is…
This freethinking group meets once a month for an in-depth, lively discussion on any and all topics ranging from serious to more frivolous. Our group meets in the Sewing Room at Oakwood on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. No membership is required. Just come and enjoy a lively discussion with open-minded,…
The holiday parties are over, and the decorations are put away. Now it’s time to relax and enjoy all our community has to offer. The Fun Lakers (best social club around) has lots of activities planned so you can reconnect with neighbors and friends or meet some new ones! Many members have already renewed, and…