Penny Petersen Marie Hargus, coordinator of the Wednesday League, announced the winners of the fall season. There will be two more rounds of play this spring. The first-place winner was Carol Trentadue, second place was Pat McRoberts, and third place was Becky Paschal. A luncheon was served to celebrate the winners and announce the schedule…
Gwen Grace Did you walk your dog recently or take a walk yourself around a lake and find little ducks eating grass? They are American wigeons, usually found in a large flock. According to eBird, they have flown from Northern Manitoba or Northwest Territories, 4400 miles away! Now that’s a workout—inspiring if your New Year’s…
Cathy Bowlby Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.) Chapter DD Sun Lakes is proud to announce the recent donation of a signed 1977 print by Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia. DeGrazia is a well-known artist with a distinctive style and national following. Once called “the artist of the people,” his colorful work depicts images of Native American children of…
Ann Kisner We have added over 60 new or returning members since January of 2021. Welcome to you all. We are so fortunate to have you joining in all our activities. We have some fun trips coming up, so be sure to check Richard’s list on the bulletin board at our Thursday socials. If you…
Sun Lakes resident Violetta Armour combines her passion for pickleball and mysteries in A Pickleball Poison, her most recent publication. A brief synopsis: Esther Connor wasn’t the most popular person on the pickleball courts in her retirement community, but was she disliked enough for someone to poison her? Evidently. Widow Angelina, amateur sleuth, and widower…
Susan Ori Sun Lakes Cottonwood Pickleball Club has just completed another successful year of collecting food and personal items for the underprivileged students of Hamilton High. Two vehicles packed with supplies were delivered in mid-December. What a generous club and community we are a part of, and a big thank you to all who participated.
Jan Bobbett and Mary Kenny The sound of a “Pomp and Circumstance” march harkens us to a school graduation. A mayonnaise cake for family occasions created great memories. It stayed moist, and the Hershey’s Cocoa powder frosting was divine (just had to ignore the mayonnaise). Most of us have tasted a certain food, smelled something…
The Desert Artists Club of Sun Lakes is open to residents who belong to any of the three HOAs: Sun Lakes Country Club, Cottonwood Palo Verde, and IronOaks. Our club is comprised of artists who wish to create art together in a relaxing and fun environment. We are a diverse group who work in many…
Need jewelry for a new outfit, occasion, or gift? There will be hundreds of pieces for sale from which to choose. There is a variety, including hand-polished stone wrapped with wire; leather bracelets with pearls or stones; and necklaces, bracelets, and earrings with any stone imaginable, and some artists will let you order items. There…
Gary Vacin Sun Lakes Aero Club members and guests attending the group’s Feb. 21 gathering will hear all about the Barry Goldwater Gunnery Range. The event will begin with coffee and camaraderie at 6:30 p.m., followed by the presentation at 7 p.m. The location is the Sun Lakes Country Club Navajo Room, and the public…