Brush up before joining a group or practice what you’re learning in class. Practice Bridge is the place to do that. We play in the Cottonwood Ladies Card Room from 10 a.m. until noon. There is no fee to play, and no partner is needed. You should bring a sweater. If you have any questions,…
Generals, December 2023
Ed Robson Branch Offers Free Programs for All Ages
Ed Robson Library offers free programs for people of all ages. For a complete list of offerings, visit www.mcldaz.org/edrobson. Ed Robson Library is located at 9330 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, and is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. December Events: Registration is required, and space…
December 2023, Features
It’s Time to Meet Your Neighbor and Share Our Beautiful Christmas Holidays
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt It’s Christmas time and my favorite time here in our home. One day I went for a casual walk throughout our neighborhood. Something I seldom do. I can walk a short distance until my legs give out a little. Maybe because I do not take this challenge to heart. I decided to…
December 2023, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Democratic Club Announces Holiday Schedule and Accomplishments
Dwight Flatt, Roxy Banta, and Ellie Watland The Sun Lakes Democratic Club (SLDC) is ending the year with its annual holiday get-together for members scheduled for Monday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Country Club. “We’ve had a great year, and this is our opportunity to count our many blessings as Americans,…
Generals, December 2023
Red Cross Blood Drive December 19
Kathleen Miller Everyone knows how the Red Cross blood supply dwindles around the holidays. Your help is needed to ensure essential medical care is not delayed. The Sun Lakes Lions Club and Sun Lakes United Methodist Church are sponsoring a blood drive with Red Cross Blood Services on Dec. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2…
Generals, December 2023
Caregivers Corner: Finding Joy in the Journey of Caregiving
Michelle Wunsch, MSN, RN, AHN-BC, HWNC-BC, ACM How do you find joy, balance, and peace during this holiday season? It is important to care for yourself while “giving” so much to others. As caregivers, we know what it feels like to give from a depleted vessel. This holiday season, prepare and guard yourself from absorbing…
December 2023, Sports
IronOaks Tennis Team Headed to Sectionals
Carole Rockland The IronOaks 65+ USTA 7.0 Women’s tennis team Sandbar has once again qualified for sectional competition. They will compete to move on toward nationals at Scottsdale Ranch Park Dec. 1-3. Congratulations and good luck to this outstanding team!
Religion, December 2023
Getting Through Grief During the Holidays
Pastor Judy Claycomb The holidays can be challenging, especially when one is grieving a loss. During the months of November and December, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church (SLUMC) will offer a safe place for sharing, support, and learning how to navigate the challenges of holiday traditions, plans, and memories faced by people who are grieving.…
Clubs & Classes, December 2023
Fit and Fun Club
Karyl Garbow Fit and Fun is a positive health and wellness group that embraces a healthy lifestyle. Receive information about health and lifestyle issues as we take charge of our own health, lives, and self-care together. We cover a new topic every Wednesday in Cottonwood Country Club Room A-7. The meeting is from 9:30 to…
Sports, December 2023
IMGA News
Wayne Karp Wayne is a fine example of a person who “gives back.” In addition to having served on the HOA board and other service positions, he has done an amazing job of creating and maintaining the IMGA website and continues to share his time and talents for the benefit of his community. Thank you,…