Naomi Bryson The African American Association of Sun Lakes (AAASL) is a nonprofit, social organization that brings together, in a spirit of fellowship, a group of individuals residing in or within 100 miles of Sun Lakes. Currently, there are about 90 members. Coleen Wade Grady has been a member for 15 years. She brings enthusiasm,…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
JWV Aids Vets Experiencing Homelessness with Hosting Second Annual Coffee Drive
Nancy Stutman Michelle Jameson, U.S.VETS executive director, will address the issues facing veterans experiencing homelessness at the Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 meeting on Sunday, Feb. 22, in Ballroom A at Oakwood Country Club, 24218 S. Oakwood Boulevard, Sun Lakes. Complimentary lox, bagels, donuts, and coffee will be served at 9:30 a.m., with…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Aviation Enthusiasts Hear About the Rise and Fall of Pan Am Airlines
Gary Vacin How Pan American Airways became one of the world’s most storied airlines and how and why it fell from grace—that was the topic of a presentation to the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on Dec. 15. More than 50 club members and guests, including several who had worked for the airline in its…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Baxter Graduates to Become JWV Commander’s Service Dog
Nancy Stutman This was not an ordinary weekend. It was graduation day for Baxter Walter Wyatt, a three-year-old rescue with a year’s worth of training that would qualify him to be a service dog to Julian Wyatt, Commander of Jewish War Veterans (JWV) Copper State Post 619. The ceremony was sponsored by and took place…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Vietnam Conflict Helicopter Gunner to Speak to Aero Club
Gary Vacin A Sun Lakes resident, who, as a 19-year-old, logged 625 combat hours as a helicopter torque (scout-door gunner) during the Vietnam conflict, will be the featured speaker at the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on Monday, Feb. 16, at the Cottonwood Country Club Lecture Hall. The event begins with fellowship at 6:30 p.m.,…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Board Games, Card Games, Word Games
Karen Vollis Do you enjoy playing a variety of games? We have separate tables for playing board games, card games, dice games, party games, or word games. We can teach you how to play, or you can teach us your games! We play games in Oakwood, Sun Lakes, but can schedule an event at your…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
It’s Time to Join the Fun Lakers Social Club!
Jacque Texeira How are your New Year’s resolutions working out? If your intention was to expand your social life, then joining the Fun Lakers Social Club may be just the right thing to do. Membership is just $15 per person per year, and it allows you to receive early notice of events and reduced ticket…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Calling All Movie Lovers
Gary and Diane Putman Do you enjoy going to the movies and discussing movies with other couples? This fun and lively group also may plan other activities such as theater, game nights, or happy hours. If you are interested in meeting new friends in the Sun Lakes/Chandler area, then this group may be for you!…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
¿Habla Español?
Dianne Zimmerman Would you like to use and keep up your Spanish skills? Our group is informal, and our purpose is to have fun talking and listening to each other while improving our language skills. We discuss topics suggested by members and, when needed, we help each other with grammar and vocabulary. We encourage intermediate…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Edgar Cayce Study Group
What, another meeting? But this one is different, and you will love it. We will learn from each other and also from the readings of Edgar Cayce. We meet every Thursday at 7 p.m. in Room A-2 of Cottonwood Country Club. We have group discussions from the book A Search for God through the Edgar…