On the second Wednesday of each month, you can find support at the Sun Lakes Low Vision Club. We learn from experts, and from each other, how to live with less and less vision. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Robson Reserve in the third floor…
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February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Apple Club—Let Us Know Your Favorite Apps!
Marilyn Conner Our next class is on Feb. 9 at 1 p.m. at the Cottonwood Computer Learning Center. This will be a really interesting and fun class. We get to present our ‘favorite’ apps. If you have one that you just love and use all the time, please share it with us! John Groves will…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Is Google Feeding Its AI Engine with Your Emails and Attachments?
Helen Seaton Google has quietly enabled a Gmail setting that could allow your private emails and attachments to fuel Google’s AI systems—unless you turn it off. Join us for a brief video on the latest reports, Google’s response, and two Gmail settings you should disable to protect your data from AI “Smart Features.” Afterwards, Rob…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Science and Technology
Karen Vollis Are you interested in science and technology? During the winter, we can attend nature walks to learn about the flora and fauna of the desert. We can volunteer to be Citizen Scientists at the Maricopa Parks (to document the various species of plants, birds, or insects). During the summer, we can stay cool…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Greek Activities
Karen Vollis Yassou! Are you interested in meeting other people (of any heritage) who enjoy Greek food, music, dancing, and comedy? We’ve had a good response, and our small group is growing! If you are interested in attending some of these activities, then please contact me at Karen.science23@gmail.com.
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Lions Club International Hunger Week
Chris Linder Lions Club International designated Jan. 3-11, 2026, as National Hunger Week and encouraged Lions Clubs around the world to participate in one service project to help those in need. Sun Lakes (evening) Lions Club held a food drive for a donation to AZCEND as our Hunger Week service project. Being able to fully…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Agave Quilters News
Mary La Tourelle Our annual holiday party was held at Palo Verde on Dec. 4 with 54 members in attendance. Organized by Faith Bragg and Georgia Hartman, the theme was “Holiday Party at the Zoo” and featured an animal quiz, guessing number games, and wrist pin cushion prizes with animal decorations. The food was excellent!…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
AAASL Spotlight on Colleen Wade Grady
Naomi Bryson The African American Association of Sun Lakes (AAASL) is a nonprofit, social organization that brings together, in a spirit of fellowship, a group of individuals residing in or within 100 miles of Sun Lakes. Currently, there are about 90 members. Coleen Wade Grady has been a member for 15 years. She brings enthusiasm,…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
JWV Aids Vets Experiencing Homelessness with Hosting Second Annual Coffee Drive
Nancy Stutman Michelle Jameson, U.S.VETS executive director, will address the issues facing veterans experiencing homelessness at the Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 meeting on Sunday, Feb. 22, in Ballroom A at Oakwood Country Club, 24218 S. Oakwood Boulevard, Sun Lakes. Complimentary lox, bagels, donuts, and coffee will be served at 9:30 a.m., with…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Aviation Enthusiasts Hear About the Rise and Fall of Pan Am Airlines
Gary Vacin How Pan American Airways became one of the world’s most storied airlines and how and why it fell from grace—that was the topic of a presentation to the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on Dec. 15. More than 50 club members and guests, including several who had worked for the airline in its…