Dr. Marc Drake, Sr. Pastor, Sun Lakes Baptist Church For some reason, I’ve always enjoyed thunderstorms (as long as I’m not out in them). When I was growing up in the South, my room had an unsealed roof and I still remember that deafening sound as the heavy rain pummeled the house. There was just…
Generals, September 2015
Yesterday Once More performing at Doo Wop and Rock & Roll Show
Barry Miller Yesterday Once More will be performing at The Richard Nader’s Doo Wop and Rock and Roll Show on Friday, February 12, 2016 at the Mesa Arts Center. The show starts at 8:00 p.m. and tickets are now on sale for $34/$50. This all-star line-up of Rock ‘n’ Roll legends includes Gene Chander who…
Sports, September 2015
Flexibility—an asset for OLNGA volunteer
Ann Rounthwaite The Oakwood Lady Niners are able to offer members friendship and fun through golf and social events because of the efforts of its volunteers. Madeline Walker must be flexible – and not just in the yoga she practices or the variety of volunteer positions she has held. Madeline has lived and thrived in…
Religion, September 2015
Unity: Loving it all
Life is all about change and in a retirement community such as Sun Lakes, we are aware of those of us who face perhaps the most challenging changes of our lives. It can be sobering and can give us pause. But at Unity we adopt a positive attitude and life style. We believe that God,…
Clubs & Classes, September 2015
Tai Chi-QiGong to prevent falls
Kim Kubsch The first day of fall is September 23. By adding an easy and gentle Tai Chi-QiGong practice to your exercise plan, you can help prevent falls. All ages and abilities are welcome and chairs are offered for those who prefer to enjoy this moving meditation while seated. Improve your balance, coordination and reduce…
Features, September 2015
Veterans’ Voice
Art Sloane Operation Freedom Bird Healing Journey is currently raising funds for the 28th annual four-day Healing Journey; 50 combat veterans from all conflicts, along with counselors, will travel to Washington D.C. over the Veterans Day holiday. Operation Freedom Bird was established in 1988 to support combat veterans of all wars, suffering from post-traumatic stress…
Clubs & Classes, September 2015
Fascinating array of speakers at Sun Lakes Rotary
Norm Noble On Tuesday, September 1, Jim Bishop, a Southwest Airlines pilot who is working with the Chandler Unified School District as a parent, will bring an update on the District and talk about the bond election. He has a freshman and seventh grader in the school system and has worked as a volunteer in…
Generals, September 2015
News from your Neighbors Who Care, Inc. – ‘Back to School’ with Neighbors Who Care
Eric Ehst, Executive Director It’s that time of year again, back to school. This doesn’t usually create much excitement in Sun Lakes and surrounding communities like SunBird, Springfield, and Solera. We’re mostly older, without many school-aged kids. This year we want “back to school” to mean something good for the rest of us. Starting in…
Features, September 2015
Happy Anniversary: Stan and Anita Fagerstrom
They met in a high school English class. The year was 1941. This October 10, Stan and Anita Fagerstrom, residents of Oakwood for the past 11 years, will celebrate their 72nd Wedding Anniversary. The Fagerstroms actually have spent most of their wedded lives together in the Pacific Northwest. They moved here after having lived for…
Sports, September 2015
ILGA last summer league play
Marcella Brown, Publicity Chairperson Our golf league continues unabated, as committed golfers brave the Arizona elements. The last summer league play date is Wednesday, September 16 at Sun Lakes golf course. As usual the cost for this 7:00 a.m. shotgun is $13. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board and lunch is to be…