Karen Sproates From very humble beginnings, the Chordaires Show Chorus has grown over the years. Chordaires originated with a handful of women who loved to sing barbershop-type music and a gal willing to direct them. Some were former Sweet Adeline singers, while others only knew they liked the four-part a cappella blend of music. That handful of…
Jan Bobbett Here is a true story with a Sun Lakes connection, and I’ll tell you right now, it has a somber beginning but a happy ending. It’s about those golden retrievers so many of us love. Nearly all dogs in China either start as pets or are sent to the slaughterhouse, or both. Dog…
Mary Lou Kaye It’s time to celebrate many things… Christmas, friends, and holiday parties. Dancing with your special partner and good times go hand in hand. Are you ready? Basic Social Dance classes are offered to residents of all of the Sun Lakes communities at the Dance Studio in Cottonwood. And the method of learning…
Harry Huckemeyer While many of us are still looking for leftovers from Thanksgiving, along comes December and the start of the holiday season that brings a new life to the area. With its arrival comes the festive lights and decorations around all the malls and the neighborhoods, where friends and families get together to relive…
Rose Sumners The seasons seem to change before our eyes as we turn toward the holidays. It is hard to believe “Snow and Celebration” paintings will soon replace our autumn show, “Furs, Feathers, and Fins,” that ran, roared, and swam on our wall. As usual, some of the paintings can be purchased for your home,…
Rob Spade On Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, the Cotillion Dance Club will present the annual Black and White Ball. This dinner dance will be held at the Cottonwood San Tan Ballroom. The dance is a formal affair (tux for the gentlemen and gown for the ladies). The reception begins at 5:45 p.m. with live instrumental…
Memorial Day was celebrated by a group of Sun Lakes and SunBird veterans. Patricia Nicholaisen is shown thanking the Olive Garden manager with a “Thank You” appreciation certificate from all Arizona veterans.
Washington Fritz Derheim Puyallup, Tukwila, Sequim, Humptulips, Toutle, and Pend Oreille? Really? Ever heard of them? Of course you have! If you can pronounce them correctly, then you must be from the best state in the Union… Washington State! And you’d better make plans to attend the Washington State Patio Party on Saturday, March 28,…
Catherine Hammond New Adventures is now on Facebook. The homepage is up and has many photos and comments, along with information about the lifelong-learning program. Some of the photos show classes and the state-of-the-art facility, along with links to the website and good contact information. Below is a brief conversation with Roxanne Singer, the governing council…
