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…
February 2024, Generals
Are New Year’s Resolutions the Bah Humbug of the Holiday?
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…
Clubs & Classes, February 2024
African American Association of Sun Lakes
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,…
February 2024, Religion
Whatever You Do, Don’t Stop Now
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…
Clubs & Classes, February 2024
Restless Minds Is Back
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,…
February 2024, Clubs & Classes
It’s Always Fun with the Fun Lakers!
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…
February 2024, Generals
Music Programs at Sun Lakes United Church of Christ
Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ The AARP says that music can keep your brain healthy(found in the Dec. 1 email to members). Sun Lakes United Church of Christ (SLUCC) agrees! Music also adds depth and meaning to worship. This fall we found ourselves searching for a choir director. We were…
February 2024, Clubs & Classes
Julie’s Fitness Classes
Julie Bauman invites you to come to her classes at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 a.m. 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…
Generals, February 2024
SunBird Lions Club Bingo
Arlene Block What a great way to start the new year with playing Bingo at SunBird Golf Resort and even having a double-your-money winner. On Jan. 5 SunBird Lions Club started the year with some great new games and lots of goodies at its snack table for a nominal fee. The lucky winners were Maggie…
Religion, February 2024
Night of Prayer at Risen Savior Lutheran Church
Join us on Feb. 28 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, north building, 23620 S. Alma School Road, for a special time for all generations to gather together to spend an evening in prayer. This evening will include time together as a large group, but also feature prayer stations where you…