Peggy Martin Samba Canasta is now being played every Friday afternoon at noon and every Monday evening at 6 p.m. in the former Paint Room at the Cottonwood clubhouse, Room A-7. Those who enjoy Ponytail Canasta are also welcome to play on Monday evenings. Friday afternoons will be limited to Samba Canasta only. Both canasta…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Roadrunners RV Club Season Kicked Off
Our first meeting of the season, held on Oct. 9, was well attended. Club members unanimously voted to have the club become a chapter of FRVA (Family RV Association). While maintaining the autonomy of a stand-alone Sun Lakes club, we gain valuable chapter benefits, including liability insurance, medical/travel assistance, and opportunities to attend nationwide FRVA…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Savvy Travelers Club to Meet November 12
Join us for a Cruise Night with Holland America. We will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Saguaro Room at Cottonwood Country Club. Nicole Hunter will be presenting the latest changes for us. Here are some features: • Including pickleball courts on most ships—lessons being offered • Live classical string performances on every cruise •…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Retired Air Force, JetBlue Pilot to Brief Aero Club Gathering
Gary Vacin A retired U.S. Air Force officer who logged hundreds of hours flying C-130 aircraft and later flew for several airlines will be the guest speaker at the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on Monday, Nov. 17, at the Cottonwood Country Club Lecture Room. Festivities start with camaraderie at 6:30 p.m. followed by the…
November 2025, Features
Host a Memory Bash Before You Expire
Kim Kubsch A real shift is occurring in the way people approach death. It’s a shift toward personalization, celebration, and legacy. It’s not about death as the end; it’s about making sure that the final chapter of your golden years is as meaningful as the rest of your life. Plan and host a Memory Bash…
November 2025, Features
Savor Retirement: Lifespan and Healthspan in Retirement
Tim Malone Gerontologist Dr. Kerry Burnight introduces the critical concept of Joyspan based on the science of well-being, contentment, connection, meaning, growth, choice, and purpose. Joyspan reframes joy as a long-term emotional investment, not just a fleeting emotion. Joy isn’t just about feeling good—it is a life hack for building resilience that lasts a lifetime.…
Features, November 2025
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook Bathrooms are rapidly evolving in 2025, with a focus on personal sanctuaries that blend comfort, wellness, smart functionality, and sustainability. National bathroom remodeling trends show that homeowners are embracing designs that are warm, sustainable, and more expressive than ever. Bathrooms are not just about function, but relaxation and pampering. Wellness Takes Center Stage…
November 2025, Features
Plant Wisely
Dannette Hunnel It’s planting season this month here in Sun Lakes. Let’s talk about what you probably don’t want to plant. Mexican Petunia With its green, soft leaves and small, purple, petunia-looking blooms, this is an ultra-easy and not-bad-looking bush. However, the Mexican petunia is a bully. Once it has established itself, it will take…
November 2025, Features
News from the Sky: International Destinations Expanding at America’s Friendliest Airport®
Routes to Asia have always been seen as the brass ring of international service to air service development leaders at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Significant, collaborative efforts working on landing flights to Asia in recent years have paid off with the recent news that two different airlines will be starting this critical service for…
November 2025, Features
In Passing
Marvin Brownell Marvin (Marv) Eugene Brownell was born in Sweet Home, Ore., on Jan. 1, 1947, to Melvin Brownell and Ila (Millard) Brownell. He mainly grew up in Salem, Ore. He graduated from South Salem High School in 1965. He played on the basketball team and held the pole vaulting record for many years. In…