Come to the Electronics Recycling event at the Sun Lakes Phase 1 parking lot, 25601 S. Sun Lakes Blvd., on Friday, Nov. 3, from 8 a.m. to noon. Sorry, no early drop-offs. This event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Sun Lakes, partnering with AZStRUT (Arizona Students Recycling Used Technology). Drop off computers, laptops,…
Religion, November 2023
Thanksliving …
Steve Foss, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes Living in an attitude of thankfulness is a personal discipline requiring concerted, intentional effort that recognizes we neither own nor are proprietors of any real resource. Think about it: Our water, electricity, propane, natural gas, food, clothing, etc., all come from sources which we have come…
November 2023, Generals
Tremble Clefs: the Singing Group for People with Parkinson’s Disease
We provide wonderful singing therapy for people with Parkinson’s in a supportive environment. Tremble Clefs Arizona provides effective music therapy for people with Parkinson’s disease on a bi-weekly basis. By participating in rehearsals, those who live with Parkinson’s strengthen their voices and have fun singing with others, including their caregiver. Participation in the program makes…
November 2023, Generals
Calling All Car Enthusiasts!
Join us for the Built By Referral Realty Classic Car Show on Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Country Club Phase 1 clubhouse, in conjunction with the Sun Lakes Women’s Association Holiday Bazaar. Do you have a special car you’d love to show off? Whether it’s a classic beauty,…
November 2023, Generals
November 26 Turkey Dance at San Tan Ballroom
John Yu Well, many of us will be looking for ways to get back to our pre-Thanksgiving weight at the end of the month. So why not dance off the pounds? Sun Lakes Sunday Dance Venue presents “Dance Off the Turkey” at the San Tan Ballroom (25630 S. Brentwood Drive, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248) on…
Clubs & Classes, November 2023
It’s Hiking Season!

Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club November marks the start of the Sun Lakes Hiking Club 2023-24 hiking season and, hopefully, much-needed cooler weather! Our first event is a Welcome Back picnic for returning hiking club members and is open to anyone else living in Sun Lakes or SunBird who is interested in learning more…
November 2023, Features
Jacquie’s Corner: Veterans Day and My Contribution

Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt The year was 1972 when I moved from New Jersey to Northern Virginia. My first apartment was in Arlington, close to Fort Myer Army Base. Each morning I woke with the sounds of Reveille and in the evening the beautiful bugle sounds of “Taps.” I followed my senses and interest in the…
November 2023, Generals
34th Annual Arizona Classic Jazz Festival

Helen Daley The 34th Annual Arizona Classic Jazz Festival is happening Nov. 2 to Nov. 5 at the Crowne Plaza Phoenix-Chandler Golf Resort in downtown Chandler. Badges are available at the door: All Event $140, Thursday $25, Friday $55, Saturday $65, Sunday $50. The music starts at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday and ends at 5:10 p.m.…
November 2023, Features
Sun Lakes Resident Publishes New Book, ‘It Started with a Kiss’

Sandra Givens Sandra Givens, Sun Lakes resident and author, has just released her new book, It Started with a Kiss, available on Amazon as a paperback or in the Kindle format. This book is about a young woman’s desire to find true love and happiness. Abandoned by her longtime friend for a girls’ trip, Julia…
November 2023, Generals
Back by Popular Demand

Vocalist Jesse Washington will present his Fifth Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Vocal Musicale Concert on Sunday, Nov. 12, at 2 p.m. The 2023 event will feature Jesse, along with his special guest Sam Rogers, “The Blues Man.” The Musicale will include gospel, contemporary gospel, classical, blues, R&B, showtunes, and patriotic songs for your entertainment pleasure. Jesse has…
