Nebraska State Dinner Carla Teusaw The annual Sun Lakes Nebraska State Dinner will be held on Saturday, March 1, in the Cottonwood Country Club San Tan Ballroom. Friends from Sun Lakes, SunBird, and surrounding areas are all invited to the dinner. The no-host cash bar will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 6:30…
Category: February 2025
Generals, February 2025
Sun Lakes Chorale Closes 2024 with Holiday Concert
Yvonne Orlich In 2024 we tried something a little different. Rather than go out as a group after our Holiday Concert, we arranged to have dinner on the patio at Palo Verde after rehearsal on the Monday before our concert. It was a fun, late-afternoon get-together. There was a great mood of camaraderie, as we…
Features, February 2025
In Passing – February 2025

Charlie Broughton Charles Melvin Broughton, age 80, of Emden, Mo., passed away Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, at Shelbina Villa Lifecare in Shelbina, Mo. Charlie was born July 24, 1944, in Hannibal, Mo., the son of Joseph Melvin and Grace Loy (Hawkins) Broughton. He was united in marriage to Donna Kay King on July 18, 1964,…
February 2025, Generals
Medicare, Medicaid, and Related Benefit Information
Personalized, objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is 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 Long…
February 2025, Clubs & Classes
Restorative Yoga … What’s in It for Me?

Restorative Yoga is a gentle, slow-paced practice focused on relaxation and rejuvenation. It uses props such as bolsters, blankets, and blocks to support the body in restful poses, which target the connective tissue. It cultivates awareness of the body and breath, fostering mindfulness and a deeper connection to the present moment. The benefits of Restorative…
Clubs & Classes, February 2025
Chess Anyone?
Arthur Fink Looking for a friendly chess game? Or maybe just looking for help learning how to play? Serious players are welcome, too. We play chess on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Ceramics Room (A-8). There is no formal commitment. Come when you can and leave when you want. Feel…
Generals, February 2025
SLUMC Launches Grief Support Class Beginning February 18
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is pleased to announce a new Grief Support class starting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. This eight-week class is designed to provide a safe, supportive environment for individuals navigating the journey of grief. The Grief Support class will be facilitated by community care advocate Polly Smith,…
February 2025, Generals
Unit Happenings – February 2025

Unit 11 Penny Dilles The Unit 11 annual homeowners meeting will be on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 5:30 p.m. in the Saguaro Room at the Cottonwood clubhouse. All homeowners should plan to attend. The Unit 11 monthly HOA board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 4 p.m. in the Computer Learning Center,…