The Gila Butte Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will have their Christmas party on Saturday, Dec. 9, at Palo Verde. The program for the meeting will be “A Colonial Christmas,” presented by Peggy Boyd of the DAR’s Saguaro Chapter. Meetings are open to the public, so if you would like to…
Generals, December 2023
Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse and American Red Cross Host Blood Drive
Bill Shedd The Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse and the American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you would like to donate, go to our website, sunlakesposse.org, scroll down to Upcoming Events, and click on [Here] for more information and to pre-register. The…
Clubs & Classes, December 2023
¿Habla Español?
Dianne Zimmerman Would you like to use and keep up your Spanish skills? Our group is informal, and our purpose is to have fun talking and listening to each other while improving our language skills. We discuss topics suggested by members and, when needed, we help each other with grammar and vocabulary. We encourage intermediate…
Religion, December 2023
Israel in Crisis
When Hamas attacked Israel, Hadassah jumped into action on the ground in Israel at our hospitals and youth villages. In the U.S. and around the world, our members, donors, and leaders have helped generate support for our crisis response efforts and our beloved Israel. With such devastating news every day, we all want to help.…
December 2023, Generals
Crystal Awards: Act Now to Nominate a Dedicated Community Volunteer
Do you know a dedicated volunteer, someone who devotes a great deal of time and energy to making Sun Lakes a better place in which to live? Consider nominating that person for a Crystal Award. Nomination forms are available at each of the three HOA reception desks and are online at each of the HOA…
Generals, December 2023
African American Association of Sun Lakes Holds Annual Dinner Dance December 10
Attention seniors who like to dance, live entertainment, and good food: Mark your calendar for Sunday, Dec. 10, when the African American Association of Sun Lakes will hold their annual Holiday Dinner Dance, this year at the Palo Verde restaurant, 10801 E. San Tan Blvd., Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. This year’s entertainment will be Sam…
December 2023, Religion
December Is a Time of Faith
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. If it is December, it must be the time of Hanukkah and Christmas. Each year interfaith couples agonize whether the celebrations of these holidays are religious adventures or commercial enterprises. There is a tugging at the heartstrings, because respect for one another’s faith is the foundation of the commitment made as…
December 2023, Clubs & Classes
Oakwood Dance Classes
Latin Rumba classes are being held on Monday, Dec. 4 and 11, from 5:15 to 6 p.m. for $15 per person. Line Dance classes are being held on Wednesday, Dec. 6 and 13, from 1:30 to 2:25 p.m. for $15 per person. Call Edie Gilbertsen at 480-831-1064 to register. Note: Only six couples per group…
Generals, December 2023
The ImproVables Out and About Again
Recently, the ImproVables were asked to conduct a workshop for another senior community’s volunteer theatre group—The Provincials of Maricopa. Their president Marilyn Larrain said, “We had a great time! The ImproVables have given us a lot to think about and to plan for.” Phyllis Novy, director of The ImproVables, enjoyed the interaction of the two groups…
Generals, December 2023
Tuesday Nights Together in December
Cathy Smoot Sun Lakes United Methodist Church (SLUMC) at 9248 E. Riggs Road hosts Tuesday Nights Together (TNT), a series of free programs, every month! Topics vary from lively and entertaining to serious and informative. A light meal will be offered for a free-will offering at 5 p.m., and the presentation starts at 5:30 p.m.…