The IronOaks Tennis Club is hosting two great events in July for those residents that are staying in town. The annual Fourth of July Breakfast is a great morning of tennis and pancakes. All clubs are invited for the doubles mixer at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast to follow at 9:00 a.m. The Clay Court Mixed…
Sports, July 2015
The Tiffany Foundation
On Mother’s Day, May 10, The Tiffany Foundation had its second annual Tiffany Challenge golf event. The purpose of the event was to raise funds for the Foundation. The Foundation provides assistance/support for people who are in the fight with cancer. The event was held at the Oakwood golf course and the success in raising…
Clubs & Classes, July 2015
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.-3:00 p.m. in the Oakwood Clubhouse Greenbriar C Room. Come early or come late; you are always welcome. There are no dues or membership fees. For…
Generals, July 2015
The Perfect Place: A social destination for seniors needing day care and a respite for caregivers
The fellas were picking at their guitar strings while warming up a very receptive crowd with road stories. As they were rehearsing melodies the crowd was growing anxious in the anticipation of the performance. It was just another day at the Perfect Place until we spotted Rich and the Boys come through the door. The…
Sports, July 2015
No residence requirement for Oakwood Lady Niners
Ann Rounthwaite OLNGA President Julie Schneider has been a life-long athlete and volunteer. She grew up in Iowa, cheerleading and playing sports, although girls’ sports weren’t available in schools. At the University of Iowa she studied English and Phys. Ed., performed as a drummer and synchronized swimmer, and met her husband Bob. After their son…
Clubs & Classes, July 2015
Number of good times on the trail: countless
Roberta Arpan The numbers are in reflecting the accomplishments of the Sun Lakes Hiking Club during the 2014-2015 season. Between the months of November and April, the club sanctioned 24 Monday hikes, 24 Wednesday hikes and 21 Retread hikes. The average number of members per hike: Wednesday hikes led with 25; Retread hikes were close…
Clubs & Classes, July 2015
Water aerobics
Karen Hall With summer upon us, our Water Aerobics class meets Monday through Friday at 7:00 a.m. Our Saturday class will remain at 8:00 a.m. until further notice. Do not hesitate to stop by the pool and check us out; or, you may contact Barb Lubsen either online at blcats6@gmail.com or call 480-699-9649.
Features, July 2015
Happy Anniversary
Lee and Diane Zitzer Lee and Diane Zitzer celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday, June 5. They were married at the Fisher Lutheran Church in Fisher, Minnesota. Lee grew up in Crookston, Minnesota and Diane grew up in nearby Fisher, Minnesota. Lee and Diane moved to Park Rapids, Minnesota in 1972 where they lived,…
Features, July 2015
Ask Your Agents
Dear Tammy and Cheri, Hello. Now that summer is here, what are some top travel tips happening now? Hot Travel, Phoenix, AZ Dear Hot Travel, This summer, we want to help you travel more brilliantly with some summer travel tips. There are ways to make sure your summer getaway is relaxing and not so hectic.…
Sports, July 2015
Attention Prime Timers
Mary Lou Mathrusse and Joyce Anderson, Co-Secretaries Just a reminder to let you know there is a new season of bowling starting in September. Let your friends know and see if we can get some new teams. Our bowling meeting is on Wednesday, September 9 at McRay Lanes at 1:00 p.m. Bowling season starts on…