Jim Wegman, Publicity Welcome to April golf. The days are warmer, so our shotgun starts at 8:30 a.m. We are saying goodbye to our winter visitors. Some of our friends and neighbors may have already gone. Gentlemen, travel safely and come back to us in the fall. We will not be seeing John Gaudioso at…
Features, June 2023
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook According to a Houzz survey of homeowners who had recently done home remodeling, 87% said it has positively impacted their lives, and 74% said they are happier at home as a result. More people do home remodeling with the goal of customizing their house to facilitate their lifestyle rather than having a priority…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
Chess Anyone?
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 Saturdays 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 free to…
Generals, June 2023
Peach Ice Cream, Lotería, Movies! What a Summer!
Looking for something new or fun to do this summer? New Adventures in Learning is offering quite an array of classes and opportunities for your cool enjoyment! Peach Ice Cream to Die For! Say what? Come find out when Gene LaRiviere reveals the facts! Lotería? No, that is not a typo! It is a centuries-old…
Generals, June 2023
Help Fill the Coyote Cupboard with Life’s Necessities!
Mary Kenny, AAUW Member/Volunteer The AAUW (American Association of University Women) Southeast Valley Branch invites the community to help provide basic necessities for struggling students at the Williams Campus of Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC). The Coyote Cupboard at CGCC’s Williams Campus contains a variety of supplies available free to students who experience financial hardships as…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
June 2023 Rotary Club
Rotary Club Names Rotarians of the Month and Supports Literacy Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Director The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes named Sun Lake residents Val and Bill Crump as RCSL May 2023 Rotarians of the Month. Club President Stephen Phair stated that both Val and Bill are outstanding supporters of educational opportunities…
Generals, June 2023
Music Ensemble … Let’s Make Music Together!
According to all the latest research and publications, music reduces stress and anxiety and boosts happiness and engagement. It improves immune function, helps memory, and encourages exercise for seniors. There are well-organized orchestra bands and concert bands at other adult communities in the Valley. It’s time for the Sun Lakes community to have one of…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
Exciting Apple Club News
We have some good things happening in recent days with the Sun Lakes Apple Club. In January we became registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Tax ID 92-2120049. This enables us to accept tax-deductible donations, permitting us to remain a no-fee club for our members. Please see the website, sunlakesappleclub.com, for more on this and…
Features, June 2023
In Passing
Phillip Franklin Culver Phillip (Phil) Franklin Culver passed away at home in Sun Lakes on March 14, 2023. He was 83. Phil was born in Sayre, Okla., on July 6, 1939, to Dwight Wesley and Birdie Josephine (Beavers) Culver. His family was poor so he spent long days in the cottonfields. He also made money…
