For more information or reservations, please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or reservations@freespiritvacations.com. Old West Highway October 9, 2019 Price: $99 per person Travel the scenic Old West Highway. Your first stop will be the Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Then visit the World’s Smallest Museum en route to the Besh Ba Gowah…
Clubs & Classes, October 2019
Pottery Classes with Instructor Diane Watkins
Diane Watkins There has been a change of class time to Fridays at 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (with instructor); open studio time Wednesdays at 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (no instructor), Room A-8 in Cottonwood. Classes start again on Friday, September 13, 2019. All levels are welcome. Instructor fee on Fridays is $20.00. Please…
Generals, October 2019
“Eat for a Cure” fundraiser event to be held October 5
Mary Fuchs The Arizona Ataxia Support Group, associated with the National Ataxia Foundation (NAF), is planning a fundraising dinner event on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The event, “Eat For A Cure,” will be at The Old Spaghetti Factory, 3155 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ. We are striving to increase ataxia awareness in addition to raising…
Generals, October 2019
CEO of Arizona Israel Technology Alliance to speak at Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation – open to the public
Michael Cohen, MD Lieb Bolel, the President and CEO of the Alliance, will speak on “Tech in Israel and the Power of the American: Impacting U.S. Israel Relations beyond Political Advocacy,” on October 27, 2019, at 3 p.m. Bolel oversees the facilitation of growth in bilateral trade, technology, innovation, and government initiatives between Arizona and…
Generals, October 2019
SLUMC Women’s Annual Cookie Walk set for December 7
Marlene Snow Mark your calendars! The United Methodist Women of Sun Lakes United Methodist Church’s annual Cookie Walk and Candy Sale will be held Saturday, December 7, at 9248 E. Riggs Road, Lindsay Hall, with doors opening promptly at 9 a.m. Whether you are new to the Sun Lakes Community or a longtime resident, you…
Clubs & Classes, October 2019
Come join the Chess Club
Arthur Fink The Sun Lakes Chess Club invites you to join us, whether you are a beginner or a grand master chess player. We meet every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in The Ceramics Room (A-8) at Cottonwood. Come early or come late; you are always welcome. There are no dues or membership…
Clubs & Classes, October 2019
Cottonwood water volleyball has resumed
Linda Caton Water volleyball, a “Refreshing Splash,” has returned to the Cottonwood pool. It is intended to provide a cool and undemanding water activity and allow for ease of socializing and community-building. During the six-month trial phase, it is for Cottonwood Palo Verde residents only. It is currently scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 3:30…
Clubs & Classes, October 2019
Baggers Club October 8
Barb McCormick An informational meeting of the Sun Lakes Baggers Club’s upcoming season will be held on Tuesday, October 8, at 6:30 p.m. at The Oasis in Sun Lakes 1. New ideas and information will be discussed. Please join us and spread the word.
Generals, October 2019
Meet the new directors on the board of the CWPV Foundation
The Cottonwood Palo Verde Foundation now has a full complement of nine directors! The foundation’s board of directors is composed of members from all phases of Sun Lakes: Sun Lakes Country Club, Cottonwood, IronOaks, and Palo Verde. All the members sincerely care about improving the quality of life for our mature residents in Sun Lakes…
Generals, October 2019
Medicare, Medicaid, and related benefit information
Medicare Open Enrollment is just around the corner – October 15 through December 7. Start thinking about any changes to your coverage you might want to make. Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: Basic information…