Linda Smart and Sarah Lythgoe Join us on the second Saturday of every month to make two greeting cards with an Independent Stampin’ Up demonstrator. The class fee is $8 and includes everything you need except adhesive. Bring yours or purchase during class. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. The cards will be completed during one…
Clubs & Classes, April 2024
Parli Italiano?
Would you like to speak Italian and meet others who enjoy speaking it? Whether you are a native speaker or someone who wants to brush up on your Italian, come join us for friendly conversation. We meet every Tuesday (October through May) from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Computer Learning Center, Room 1.
April 2024, Religion
Regrets
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. How many times have we whispered to ourselves, and even discussed with others, the opportunities that were missed? All of us, at one time or another, feel pangs of regret—I should have—I could have—I would have. Each path we take in our journey for the best that life has to offer…
April 2024, Features
Dollars & Sense: Fight Inflation and Afford Your Bucket List Dreams
Dr. Harold Wong Historically, the major American financial dreams are to live in a decent house, help kids with college expenses, and afford bucket list dreams (travel is the number-one bucket list dream in retirement). Since January of 2021, with the Biden presidency, overall inflation has increased 16%. However, inflation has had a different impact…
April 2024, Generals
April Focus: Meals to Grow Program at Matthew’s Crossing
Jim Meagher When you fill a student’s backpack with tasty and nutritious food, it brings life and energy to a young person who would otherwise be hungry, perhaps lethargic, and not inclined to finish the school year strong. Matthew’s Crossing’s hunger relief program for young persons in school fills their backpacks with donated food to…
April 2024, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Evening Lions Easter Bunny Helpers
Christine Linder Members of Sun Lakes (evening) Lions Club and Girl Scout Troop 3987 were commissioned by the Easter Bunny to help him fill 1,500 easter eggs, which he will be delivering to children of residents here in Sun Lakes on March 30 beginning at 9 a.m. There was a lot of laughter, conversation, and…
April 2024, Generals
A Palate Pleasing Affair: Pasta and Wine Pairing Luncheon
Lance Williams As the Executive Director of Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, I am thrilled to share the tremendous success of our recent Pasta and Wine Pairing Lunch and Learn, an extraordinary gathering that showcased the culinary excellence of our dining services team. This event not only celebrated the artistry of our chefs but also…
April 2024, Sports
Cottonwood Tennis Club Championships
|Jerry Higgins The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat comes and goes. These are two of the 12 teams that experienced these emotions in the Cottonwood Tennis Club (CTC) Championship matches during the week of Jan. 8. In the Ladies 3.5 Green Division, Adrianna Michael and Debbie Larson took away the trophy from…
April 2024, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation (SLJC) will be holding two major activities in April. The first is the hysterically funny original musical comedy parody of the famous Broadway musical and movie A Chorus Line! Instead of performers auditioning for the opening of a musical show, ingredients will audition for the opening of a new delicatessen! There…
April 2024, Sports
Lady Sluggers’ Season Is a Wrap
Lynn Tanner and Cyndy Hilby Our Lady Sluggers ended their 2024 season on March 4 with two decisive victories against Sunland Springs Village, highlighted by four-baggers by Grace Alvarado and Jan Davies. That improved their final record to 12-16. The team lost several “heartbreakers” this year, which easily could have significantly improved their record. (Wait…