Joan Marlow Your loved one has been diagnosed with some form of dementia. You’ve been managing to care for them at home. Deep down inside, you know there’s the real possibility/inevitability that the best decision is to move your loved one to a memory care community. Along with that decision might come “real” feelings of…
Sports, March 2020
Sun Lakes Lady Niners
Sheila Barton The Sun Lakes Lady Niners had only three days of league play in January, the fourth being their Partner Scramble. In writing this article, I thought I would include some famous golf quotes for your entertainment. The game for Jan. 7 was Low Putts. In Flight 1, Irene Anderson took first place with…
Generals, March 2020
What Are These People Doing?
Gwen Grace They are birding in the Gilbert/Chandler area to see what migrating birds have arrived. The local Audubon Society group, Desert Rivers, leads free birding walks at Chandler Veterans Oasis Park, Chandler Heights and Lindsay, on the first Saturday of the month from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. The walks start when a few…
Generals, March 2020
News from Renaissance: Choosing a Senior Living Community Is a Family Decision
Hilary Kanuch Making the decision to move to an independent or assisted living community is one that sometimes needs to be made by the whole family. At Renaissance, it is our goal to foster a community that is a great fit for both residents and their loved ones. Trudy Dave, daughter of resident Betty Creasy,…
Clubs & Classes, March 2020
Desert Threads Holds Successful Panel Discussion
Sue Bart The January meeting of Desert Threads held an informative panel discussion led by members who do long-arm quilting. They explained how they work with clients, how to best prepare our quilt tops to be quilted, and answered many questions from members. They showed many quilts done with different styles and explained the complexities…
Generals, March 2020
Help Vets and Have Fun Playing Bingo
David Florence VFW Post 8053 sponsors bingo at the Sun Lakes Country Club Arizona Room every Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. Card sales start at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to join in the fun. A total of 19 games are played each week. That’s 19 chances to win. Our post has been conducting bingo…
Front Page, March 2020
Come Watch Some Great Pickleball – March 2-5
Irene D’Aloisio It’s that time of year! It’s the biggest and best pickleball tournament in Sun Lakes! It’s too late to register, but you can come watch some really great pickleball play! It’s the Norris Invitational Tournament (NIT). This annual pickleball event is scheduled for Monday, March 2, through Thursday, March 5, 2020, with March…
Sports, March 2020
Six Teams Go Undefeated in Sisk Park Bocce
Gary Vacin Seven teams ran the table as the Sisk Park Bocce Club concluded its fall season. Glenn and Kathleen Baldwin rolled to a 9-0 record in B-Division play. Duos with 8-0 records follow: Mike and Diane Grady, Division C; Patrick and Chris O’Keefe, Division D; Gary and Dorothy Vacin, Division E; Bob and Barb…
Generals, March 2020
Ecumenical Program Open to All
Geri Gould, President, Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation On Tuesday, March 24, you are invited to attend the concluding panel, entitled Life Cycle Rituals. The dynamic and informative first panel dealt with cultural and religious rituals surrounding birth, coming of age, and marriage. This final panel will offer explanations of rituals surrounding death and beliefs about…
Sports, March 2020
Sun Lakes Tennis Club at Springfield
Jerry Vance The Sun Lakes Tennis Club members traveled to Springfield on Saturday, Jan. 25, to play friendly matches against the Springfield Tennis Club. Starting at 8 a.m. and finishing at 3 p.m., a lot of tennis was played, and great food was consumed. Matches were competitive, with Springfield coming out slightly ahead. Tournaments were…