January 2022

MOGA New Year Highlights

If you are new to the community or would like to spend some time on the golf course, why not join Mens Oakwood Golf Association (MOGA)? Our Thursday games are a good way to meet some new friends. You don’t have to be a resident of IronOaks to join our group. We have over 388…

JudyWear Boutique Fundraiser

JudyWear Boutique will be presenting a “Stylin’” and Sippin’” fundraiser on Monday, Jan. 31, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event will be held in the San Tan Ballroom at Cottonwood in Sun Lakes. Enjoy “sippin’” on a complimentary glass of champagne or beverage (cash bar provided) and nibbling on appetizers while watching a “stylin’”…

Wildcat Jazz Band

Helen Daley The Wildcat Jazz Band has progressed from a band of six world-class musicians to a full, seven-piece traditional jazz band. There has been a little shakeup in the band. Drummer/pianist/vocalist Ray Templin had to drop out for a while due to health reasons. As luck would have it, drummer, composer, and bandleader Arthur…

Sun Lakes Tennis Club Is Back

The Sun Lakes Tennis Club is back and happy to be in the sun. We did a Welcome Back tournament in November and a Holiday tournament on Dec. 11. It was great fun to see everyone back without COVID-19. President Ed Campion hosted a great party at his home in November. We will start playing…

Sun Lakes Tennis Players Earn Regional and National Recognition

Carole Rockland Several local tennis players were recently rewarded for their efforts in regional and national competition. Barb Jorgensen, a member of both IronOaks Tennis Club and Cottonwood Tennis Club, competed at the USTA Southwest Scottsdale Adult Tournament. Barb faced intense competition from younger players, but emerged as the Women’s 55 Singles Champion and earned second…

Singles Dinner Club Update

Come one, come all to the Wednesday evening club for singles. We meet every week at 5 p.m. at the Palo Verde dining room, for a sumptuous dinner and wonderful conversation with others in the same place in their lives. If Wednesday isn’t good for you, we also have a table for singles on Friday…

Ticket to Ride

Stephanie Hemberg If you are interested in playing a very fun board game called Ticket to Ride, please email me at [email protected] and leave a phone number, so I am able to call and talk with you. It is easy to learn. Come try it and see how you like it! Fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 only,…

Agavé Quilters Guild

Debi Loofburrow The Agavé Quilters Guild met for our annual holiday party on Wednesday, Dec. 1, at the Palo Verde Country Club. The festive event was well attended by guild members and featured a wonderful meal and numerous raffle/door prizes. Guild member Pat Johnson made folded star ornaments for each attendee to take home! Many…