Ross Dunfee “Soldier, put those bodies in the graves and get them buried.” “Sargent, what names should I put on each of the grave markers?” “I don’t know. For now, just mark it Unknown.” This conversation has occurred throughout many wars around the world. Identifying and repatriating the deceased is a logistical nightmare. It is…
February 2023
Religion, February 2023
America, the Hope of the World
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. February is such a dull month. The only significant holiday listed on the calendar this year is Presidents’ Day. Traditionally, there were two holidays—one commemorating the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the great emancipator, and the other, the birth of the father of our nation, George Washington. Somewhere in time, Congress determined…
Clubs & Classes, February 2023
Quilt Show Coming for Desert Threads
Arizona Quilters Guild (AQG) will have their annual Quilt Show at the Mesa Convention Center on March 23 through 25. Desert Threads is a Chapter of AQG, so this is “our” quilt show. Members entry fee is $10, and non-members entry fee is $15. Members can also volunteer for free entry. Volunteering is a great way…
Features, February 2023
Spotlight On Advertiser
SL Chandler Animal Clinic—February Is Pet Dental Health Month Brushing Up on the Importance of Pet Dental Care By the time your pet is three, he or she will have some symptoms of periodontal (dental) disease. It’s not just about bad breath: Left untreated, it can result in gum inflammation, tooth loss, and pain. Eventually,…
Front Page, February 2023
The Sun Lakes Talent Show Is Coming Up!
Ray Texeira There are still some tickets left for the Sun Lakes Talent Show, so get yours right away. You will see talented people of all ages singing, dancing, making us laugh, and amazing us with magic and music. They have been working on their routines for several months and are anxious to vie for…
Religion, February 2023
Jewish Congregation Men’s Club Luncheon
The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Men’s Club recently held a luncheon at the new Macayo’s Mexican Food restaurant in Chandler. Members enjoy monthly meetings with interesting speakers, lunches at local restaurants, and occasional field trips to local attractions. For membership information, contact Marty Levine at 480-802-8911.
Sports, February 2023
December CMGA Competitions and Results
Buddy Meola Sixty-four qualifiers for the Ace of Aces for 2022 played the two-day finals on Dec. 3 and 17. They were divided into four flights with one blue flight, two white flights, and one green flight. The finals were to be held on the 3rd and 4th, but inclement weather closed Cottonwood Golf Course…
Clubs & Classes, February 2023
Sun Lakes Quilting Ladies—Keeping Our Seniors Warm
In December the Sun Lakes Quilting Ladies delivered 44 lap quilts to Neighbors Who Care for their clients. Many hours of “love” went into making each quilt by three Quilting Ladies, knowing these quilts will keep our own special residents warm during the winter months. This project starts with the wonderful financial support of the…
Sports, February 2023
Ironwood Lady Niners
Maggie Robson Our new 2023 president Judy Thompson has taken over the reins for the coming year starting Jan. 1. We started off the new year by holding our first general meeting on Jan. 11 with lots of information regarding memberships, tournaments, and upcoming activities. Info regarding accessing dual dues rebates can be found at…
Generals, February 2023
Harmonica Class for Beginners Returns to Sun Lakes
Tom Marschel Learn to play in only five sessions with St. Louis Slim, an accomplished player and instructor. It’s the most fun you will have in 2023. We will move from “Pop Goes the Weasel” to real melodies. Each participant will get their own “stage name” and have a great time learning the pucker, the…