Karen Jankovich The annual Sun Lakes Country Club Golf Cart Parade, sponsored by Built By Referral Realty, took place on Dec. 15, 2023. The decorated carts lined the clubhouse parking lot. The parade took off with many wonderfully decorated golf carts driven by Christmas revelers. Golf carts were covered in sparkling lights and displayed merry…
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Generals, February 2024
My Turn: ‘What’s on TV?’
Brian Curry A couple of weeks ago, The New York Times ran their annual “Best of” in the various categories of the arts. When I went to read television’s best of 2023, I realized that I was now officially an old curmudgeon. I knew none of the top 10 shows mentioned. Furthermore, not one of the shows…
February 2024, Generals
IronOaks Second Annual Pickle Barrel Classic
Sign-ups have begun, and only two weeks in, there are over 90 participants ready to play! Mark your calendar for March 11 to March 14, find a partner, and go to our website www.ironoakspickleball.com and get signed up today! All the details are on the website. There will be three full days of tournament play,…
February 2024, Generals
‘Israel: A Personal and Arizona Government Perspective’
Friends of Israel, Sun Lakes Jewish Community Council On Sunday, Feb. 25, at 3 p.m. at Sun Lakes Chapel Center, Alma Hernandez, Arizona House Representative, will speak on her experiences as a Jewish Mexican American and being the youngest woman ever elected to the Arizona House. Her presentation is entitled “Israel: A Personal and Arizona…
February 2024, Generals
Reach Out Sun Lakes: Be a Valentine—Help Matthew’s Crossing Feed the Hungry
Jim Meagher Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, is one of the biggest (perhaps the biggest) days of the year for the sale of elegant chocolate candy, flowers, perfume, and greeting cards. They are a means for us to communicate our enduring love and affection for those who we are very close to in our lives. In the…
February 2024, Generals
28th Annual Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival: Back in the Theaters and Fostering Community, Unity, and Understanding
The 28th Annual Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival (GPJFF) will take place from Feb. 18 through March 3 at Harkins Theatres Chandler Fashion 20 in Chandler, as well as theaters in Scottsdale and Peoria. Featuring over 20 captivating films from around the world, the festival celebrates diverse Jewish storytelling while exploring themes of culture, history,…
February 2024, Generals
‘Keeping Our Minds in Turbulent Times’
Pastor Judy Claycomb People vary considerably in how they address emotionally challenging events. One’s “presence of mind” can have a calming influence on reactive behavior. How, with Christ’s help, can we control our response? United Women in Faith will have their annual Women’s Retreat on Saturday, Feb. 3, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at…
February 2024, Generals
Sun Lakes’ Annual Dementia Conference Hosted by SLUMC
Save the date of Feb. 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for Sun Lakes’ annual Dementia Conference at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, Lindsay Hall. This year’s conference will focus on “Learning New Ways to Approach Dementia Caregiving with a Kaleidoscope of Possibilities.” The slightest adjustment of our perspective can reveal so many new…
February 2024, Generals
Ed Robson Branch, Offers a Broad Range of Programs
Ed Robson Library offers free programs for people of all ages. For a complete list of offerings, visit www.mcldaz.org/edrobson. Ed Robson Library is located at 9330 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, and is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. February Events: Registration is required and space…
February 2024, Generals
Sunday Dance Club: 35-Year Anniversary Dance
John Yu You are invited to our 35-year anniversary celebration on Sunday, Feb. 4, at Cottonwood’s San Tan Ballroom. Our dinner, dance, and live music venue continues because of the fantastic support from Sun Lakes residents. As residents change, our venue has also changed accordingly. We are open to the public—no reservations or membership required.…