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 Spanish speakers…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Aero Club Gathering Hears from Retired KLM Pilot

Gary Vacin “There are easier ways to kill yourself.” That’s what Dik Cusveller’s father said to him when the youngster told him he wanted to fly airplanes. Cusveller related this tale during his presentation to the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on Jan. 19 at Cottonwood Country Club. The Canadian resident briefed his audience on…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Retired Rear Admiral to Speak to Aero Club Gathering March 16
Gary Vacin A retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral will relate his journey to become a Navy pilot, a Rear Admiral, and an airline executive during a presentation at the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on March 16. Scheduled for the Cottonwood Country Club Lecture Room, the session begins with camaraderie at 6:30 p.m., followed by…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
The Growing Data Breach Problem and What You Can Do About It
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Recent cybersecurity reports highlight major ongoing breach activity: Brightspeed, a major U.S. fiber broadband provider, is investigating claims that hackers may have accessed sensitive data tied to over 1 million customers. Users’ names, emails, and contact details may have been exposed, making people targets for scams and identity fraud.…
Clubs & Classes, March 2026
Greek Activities
Karen Vollis Yassou! Are you interested in meeting other people (of any heritage) who enjoy Greek food, music, dancing, and comedy? We’ve had a good response, and our small group is growing! If you are interested in attending some of these activities, then please contact me at Karen.science23@gmail.com.
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Great Beginning of the New Year

Ken Duquaine The year 2026 has begun on a high note, as we’ve been pleased to welcome 16 new members to the club from various parts of the East Valley. In addition, members of the East Valley Photo Club (EVPC) have enjoyed a variety of experiences since resuming its normal activities after the holiday season.…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Jeep Owners Hit the Trails

Jim Carlson On Feb. 8 a handful of Jeep enthusiasts from Sun Lakes gathered to hit the trails near the Superstition Mountains. It was an epic ride on a beautiful Arizona day on Montana Mountain Loop between Queen Valley and Superior, Ariz. There were five Jeeps with 11 participants exploring Hewitt Station Road and Happy…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Savvy Travelers Club to Meet March 19

Jeanette Rajamaki Join us on March 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Saguaro Room at Cottonwood Country Club, as we will be introducing you all to Explora Journeys. Joseph Barney, our Arizona business manager, will be talking about this new cruise company, which launched in 2023 with Explora I and Explora II now sailing, and…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Apple Club News
Marilyn Conner Hello Apple Club members, Our next class on Monday, March 9, will be presented by Nancy Thoma. She is back by popular demand and will help us learn how to edit and organize our rapidly growing collection of photos. Classes are held on the second Monday of each month October through April starting…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Bridge on Wednesday Evenings in Oakwood—Join the Fun!
Sun Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club holds Wednesday evening bridge games at the Poolside Community Center in Oakwood Country Club. Please arrive by 5:15 p.m., as games begin at 5:30 p.m. This is a fun game at a great venue, we have players of all levels, and it’s a wonderful time. We generally play 24 boards…
