Edie Gilbertsen Private lessons are offered on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings until 1 p.m. and some Wednesday evenings. Call Edie at 480-831-1064 to schedule. The cost for private lessons is $1 per minute. Example: 30 minutes = $30, 45 minutes = $45. One to four people can share the cost. Group classes are offered on…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Fly Fishing Club
George Abernathy With the fortitude of our members, the Sun Lakes Fly Fishing Club wrapped up 2025 with an outstanding fundraiser in December for disabled veterans through Arizona Veterans Fly Fishing, Inc., by collectively raising more than $24,000. The funds will be used to sponsor as many veterans as possible for overnight, out-of-state, two- to…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Desert Artists Club Welcomes All Artists
Sue Sindelar The Desert Artists Club (DAC) welcomes all artists who live in Sun Lakes to join our diverse and fun group. The DAC provides a welcoming space for visual artists to come together and create in an inspiring and supportive environment. We continue to grow in the development of our individual skills and in…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
50+Fit with Julie
Julie Bauman Join Julie Bauman at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center! A variety of classes range from Chair Yoga, Total Body Fitness, Tabata, and Functional Fitness. Julie currently teaches on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 and 9 a.m. From beginner to advanced, all are welcome. A seasoned instructor, Julie teaches at all levels.…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Restorative Yoga … What’s in It for Me?
Elise Ratliff Restorative Yoga is a gentle, slow-paced practice focused on relaxation and rejuvenation. It uses props such as bolsters, blankets, and blocks to support the body in restful poses that target the connective tissue. It cultivates awareness of the body and breath, fostering mindfulness and a deeper connection to the present moment. The benefits…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Chorale Springing Forward to March
Yvonne Orlich After a brief holiday break, the Sun Lakes Chorale is back to weekly rehearsals. We have a stack of songs to learn (or relearn) to be ready for our next concert, which is in March. Thank you to all who attended our Holiday Concert. We sang to a full house, which is always…
February 2026, Features
Savor Retirement: Savor the Beauty of Unhurried Mornings
Tim Malone In a world that glorifies hustle and speed, the quiet magic of an unhurried morning often goes unnoticed. Yet within those first golden hours of the day lies a sanctuary—a space where time stretches gently, inviting us to breathe, reflect, and be. To savor the beauty of an unhurried morning is to reclaim…
February 2026, Features
What Is Medical Therapeutic Massage?
Medical Therapeutic Massage is a focused, evidence-informed approach to soft-tissue care designed to help people reduce pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural healing processes. Unlike general relaxation massage, this work is tailored to specific medical concerns, functional limitations, and recovery needs. It blends clinical reasoning with gentle, targeted techniques that respect the body’s…
Features, February 2026
Word of the Month: Meliorist
David Zapatka Reader, friend and fellow bridge player, Maria, writes, “Hi Dave. I came across this word while reading The Road to Character by David Brooks. He was describing the life and writing of George Eliot. ‘She was a meliorist and a gradualist, believing that people and society were best reformed by slow stretching, not…
February 2026, Features
Is Socialization Important?
Rover’s Rest Stop began with the idea of pack living in order to socialize and train, with an outcome of happy, well-rounded Kids. It is frustrating for us to watch Kids struggle with anxiety, new environments, strange people, unexpected noises, and other pets. They should enjoy life, be involved in all family functions, and discover…