AAUW Southeast Valley hosted “Banned Books – a Discussion from the Librarians’ Viewpoint” featuring Lindsay Atwood and Sue Van Horne from the Chandler Library System. The librarians discussed how books are officially challenged, which is part of the book banning process, and the difficulties public libraries face in such situations. The 30 ladies in attendance…
On Dec. 7 Jewish War Veterans Post 619, Commander Chuck Wolin, and his wife Judy proudly presented a wreath of remembrance at the Arizona Pearl Harbor Memorial Ceremony near Downtown Phoenix. Over 80 wreaths were dedicated at this event. JWV Post 619 meets in Sun Lakes the third Sunday of every month from September through…
Maggie Robson As 2022 is coming to a close, our thoughts turn to renewing league memberships, club memberships, purchasing punch cards, and perhaps cashing in our chits for that cute new golf outfit or golf shoes at the Pro Shop. Our new executives are gearing up for beginning their terms for the 2023 golf season.…
Monday Afternoon Partnership Bridge 11/14. 1st Dee Guthrie and Susan Miller, 2nd Dick and Donna Briner, 3rd Karen Harnish and Lori Scharbach; Slam: Paul Budrick and Bernie Ross 11/21. 1st Nancy Smith and Barb Sampson, 2nd Bernie Ross and Paul Budrick, 3rd Myra Delman and Brenda Costa; Slam: Bernie Ross and Paul Budrick 11/28. 1st…
Unit 11 Penny Dilles, HOA Secretary The Unit 11 monthly board meeting will be held on Jan. 18 at 4 p.m. in the Computer Learning Center, Meeting Room 1, at the Cottonwood clubhouse. All homeowners are welcome to attend. Dear Unit 19 Townhome Owner Melody Strom The January working board meeting will be held in…
Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is available, provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: Basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), and ALTCS (Arizona…
Steve Ambroso, President, Sun Lakes Italian-American Club Felice anno nuovo! (Happy New Year!) The Sun Lakes Italian-American Club (SLIAC) had a festive start to the holidays on Dec. 5 with a live opera recital by members of the AZ Opera Company. A baritone, mezzo-soprano, and pianist put on an awesome recital of Italian opera and…
Penny Petersen The Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament, which included players from Oakwood, Sun Lakes Country Club, Springfield Country Club, and SunBird Golf Resort, raised over $2,000 to be split between two local charities: Neighbors Who Care and Boys & Girls Club of Chandler. Each group received a check for $1,074. The tournament was held at the…
Judy Rolfs On Nov. 10-12 in Casa Grande, the Military Pickleball Association held their Second Annual Battle of the Branches pickleball tournament, a salute to service. The tournament is partnered with a great charity that helps our veterans and first responders. Our own SLPCC was well represented with quality play and great sportsmanship. The SLPCC…
Have you seen white pelicans in Sun Lakes? Currently, the beautiful white pelicans are loving Arizona. There were about 35 fishing and feeding at the Gilbert Water Ranch during the recent Desert Rivers Audubon Family Bird Walk. The pelicans had visitors stunned. It’s also a delight to see them riding the thermals with a nine-foot…