Sue Schwartz Lace up your sneakers, bring a water bottle and join the I Love Walking group. Walking is the perfect form of exercise. It requires nothing but time and your own two feet. Walking at your own pace in the safe environment of our San Tan Ballroom is an efficient way to get your…
Clubs & Classes, February 2015
Other Card Results – February 2015
Lady Joker’s Wild Ponytail Canasta The Lady Joker’s Wild Ponytail Canasta card group which meets on Sunday afternoons in the Bradford Room of the Oakwood Clubhouse gathered recently for a holiday picture; those pictured are front row (left to right) Ellie Tandy, Gerri Deublein, Kathi Bobek; second row Thelma Neuman, Ruth Muenzer, Virginia Woodbeck, Anna…
Features, February 2015
The Remodeling Corner – February 2015
Janet Cook Each year the largest social media site for home remodeling and construction, Houzz, conducts a national survey on what is trending with homeowners. Houzz facilitates the gathering of photos of projects that can be copied to an individual’s idea book, to help define what one wants their home to look like. Here are…
Generals, February 2015
Karaoke and dancing planned
Enjoy karaoke and dancing with Mr. B. & The Blonde – double the fun at Sun Lakes Country Club Pro Shop Lounge on Saturday, February 14 from 7:00-? p.m.; and Saturday, February 28 from 7:00-? p.m. The lounge will be serving food. Mark your calendar for a another fun evening of singing and dancing. If…
Clubs & Classes, February 2015
Agave Quilters news – February 2015
The Agave Quilters got off to a fantastic start in 2015 with a wonderful Trunk Show in January by Barbara Polston of Phoenix. Barbara introduced Agave members to her newest book, Quilting with Doilies: Inspirations, Techniques, and Projects published by Schiffer, and now available on Amazon. Included in the January trunk show were all the fabulous…
Clubs & Classes, February 2015
Spirit of the Desert Gourd Club – February 2015
Nancy Zier On Thursday, January 15 new officers for the year 2015 were presented to members; President Vicki McKenna; Vice-Presisdent Lorraine Longpre; Treasurer Carol Reese; Secretary Phyllis Mills; Editor Nancy Zier; Historian Joan Berkovec; and Events Coordinator Terri Pate. Many members worked diligently to present a large number of gourds for display and sale at…
Clubs & Classes, February 2015
Savvy Travelers to meet February 12th
The next Savvy Travelers meeting is a cruise night February 12 in the San Tan Ballroom of Cottonwood Country Club at 6:30 pm. Come join us – Viking River Cruises will be presenting their new Ocean voyages and exciting itineraries for 2015 and 2016. Viking has nearly sold out every sailing for the 2015 year…
Clubs & Classes, February 2015
Cottonwood Clay Sculpture Class – February 2015
Evelyn Shea Looking for fun? This class is designed for crafters and anyone interested in elevating their craft or artistic skills to an art form. The first thing you notice about the Cottonwood Clay Sculpture class is the relaxed and fun atmosphere – whether we’re creating gifts, portraits of grandchildren or whatever else appeals to…
Features, February 2015
Travel tips
Where in the world is the Solovetsky Islands? Most of us have never heard of these islands. They are situated in the western part of the White Sea, less than 100 miles from the Arctic Circle, and consist of six big and many small islands. There are several things to see, such as the Solovetsky…
Features, February 2015
Valentines = Volunteer
What a wonderful idea! Giving heartfelt love by volunteering! And what better way than to involve your best friend, your pet! There are many opportunities for pets to get involved; the following are just a few ideas. 1. Donate pet blood. We all acknowledge the need for human blood, but there is also a need…