Cathy Merritt Cheers Trip Opportunities: The demand for travel is reported to be strong, with many itineraries fully booked for 2026 and even some for 2027. European river cruises remain popular, according to AmaWaterways. You are probably looking at 2027 for their African Safari or Mekong Delta trips. Closer to home, Free Spirit Vacations has…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Cheers Singles Group
Cathy Merritt Cheers is a social club open to members from Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Our current 190 members invite you to become a part of the Cheers family, whether you are a year-round or a seasonal resident. The club offers many activities and programs, including social time, wine tasting, dining out,…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Savvy Travelers Club to Meet February 19
Jeanette Rajamaki Join us for a Cruise Night event with Cunard in the Saguaro Room at Cottonwood Country Club on Thursday, Feb. 19, at 6:30 p.m. This cruise company has not been to Sun Lakes for at least 10 years, so we want to introduce them to our community and have them tell us what…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Sew-N-Sews News
Peggy Abney Happy New Year! 2026 is off and running, and we’re already in our second month! A lot of great things are in the works for our Sew-N-Sews members this year. Holiday Luncheon Recap Our Holiday Luncheon was a wonderful success and was enjoyed by everyone who attended. A big thank you to all…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
From High Society to Handcrafted Art: The Evolution of Sterling Silver
Sarah Marks Back at the turn of the last century, sterling silver was the ultimate symbol of status and domestic refinement. During the Gilded Age and the Edwardian era, entertaining with elaborate tea sets, coffee urns, and multi-course flatware services was a requirement for the “High Society” of the day. These pieces weren’t just tools…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Daughters of the American Revolution
Becky Donatelli Gila Butte Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), enjoyed their annual holiday celebration on Dec. 20. Joining us was the National Essay “What America Means to Me” winner, Samthrya “Sam” Kumar, and his family. Sam read his essay for the Chapter and received a commemorative plaque. The Chordaires choral group entertained us…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Will You Be Their Valentine?
Jim Meagher Here in the Valley of the Sun, February is one of our very best months of the year to enjoy living in the Desert Southwest. We usually have our best weather of the year in late winter. Cactus League teams are summoning their players to their desert training facilities. The first pitch will…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Chess Club
Arthur Fink We are a “Coffee House Vibe” group that meets every Saturday from 9.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Arts & Crafts Room (A-8) in Cottonwood Country Club. There is no cost and no membership or residency requirement. All playing strengths are welcome. Chess sets are provided as well as chess clocks if…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Sun Lakes Community Chess Club’s Third Annual Championship
Doug Shields The 2026 Sun Lakes Chess Club Championship will be a four-round event using chess clocks (provided) with 30 minutes per side time allotted for all moves. Rounds will be held on four consecutive Saturdays: March 7, 14, 21, and 28. This one-game-per-Saturday format with no entry fee and no club membership requirement will…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Inspiration and Home Staging at Women’s Connection
Kristy DeCleene Welcome neighbors, friends, and visitors to the Sun Lakes Women’s Connection for a special event on Thursday, Feb. 12, at 10 a.m. in the Oakwood clubhouse ballroom, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes. Come and enjoy a program, live music, and a deluxe continental breakfast, including beverages, fruit, pastries, scrambled eggs, tortillas, and…