Gail Edom In March we will be sharing essential oils and simple steps to optimize digestive health. Come have fun learning the science behind why Grandma gave us peppermint and chamomile tea when we had tummy troubles, or “nerves.” In April we will learn how to use the essential oils that you may have already!…
March 2025, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: $100,000 Australian Open Pickleball Slam Made History
David Zapatka The Australian Open Tennis Championships, known as the “Happy Slam,” made history this year when it hosted the Australian Open Pickleball Championships in tandem with their famous tennis tournament on finals weekend, January 24-26. Tennis court #3 was transformed into center court for the pickleball championships. $100,000 in prize money was offered. The…
March 2025, Sports
Lady Sluggers’ Season Is Winding Down
Larry Wolfe At press time, the Lady Sluggers were halfway through their 2025 season with a record of 7-7. Based upon a minimum of 25 at bats, Trudy Hall led the team with a batting average of .813, followed by Nancy Butler (.786), Holly Hall (.758), and Grace Alvarado (.721). Terry Finley topped the team…
March 2025, Generals
Desert Winds Concert Band Returns March 2
Rosemary Kovatch Come join the fun when the Desert Winds Concert Band returns, by popular demand, for their third annual afternoon of fantastic music. You will be highly entertained by a variety of music, such as “Satchmo” (a tribute to Louis Armstrong), “The Carnival of Venice,” “Stevie Wonder in Concert,” plus much more traditional concert…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Community Chess Club’s 2nd Annual Tournament
Frank Whitney Our next tournament will be a four-round, Swiss-type game in 30 minutes per side tournament and will be held on four Saturdays: March 29 and April 5, 12, and 19. Our one-game-a-day format with no entry fee and no club membership requirements will be open to all interested players within our local area.…
Clubs & Classes, March 2025
Sun Lakes Card Makers
Brooks Scofield The March meeting of the Sun Lakes Card Makers is planned for March 19 in the Arts & Crafts Room of Sun Lakes Country Club at 1 p.m. We will be working on Mother’s Day, new baby, Father’s Day, and graduation cards. All card makers are invited to attend. Our group is not…
March 2025, Generals
The Power of Play: How Pickleball, Golf, and Fitness Enrich the Lives of Robson Reserve Residents
Lance Williams, Executive Director Residents of Sun Lakes, As the Executive Director of a senior living community, I have the privilege of witnessing firsthand how recreational activities like pickleball, golf, and structured fitness programs transform the lives of our residents. While senior living communities are often associated with comfort and care, they are equally places…
March 2025, Sports
Ready to Sport New Fashion on the Court?
DD Kullman Don’t miss Tennis Cabana’s Fashion Show on Wednesday, March 19. Is it time to update your pickleball and tennis apparel? Get a preview of the latest fashions and come ready to shop at Tennis and Pickleball Cabana’s annual Fashion Show at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19. Models will strike a pose while…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Julie’s Fitness
Julie Bauman invites you to come to her classes at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 and 9 a.m. For the past 15 years, Julie has been teaching Group Fitness in the Chandler, Sun Lakes, and South Gilbert area. She currently has punch cards available 10 for $40…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Day Trippers Travel Group
Mike Swoverland Do you enjoy taking day trips but hate the hassle of driving to get to your destination? Do you enjoy the beauty of our state and would like to find a way to see the wonders of our state hassle-free with other Sun Lakes residents who share your passion? The Day Trippers may…