Water Aerobics has become a major exercise program in our fitness-conscious society. The buoyant support of the water dramatically decreases compression stress on weight bearing joints, bones and muscles. The most important reason to join our group is it is fun! Great water temperature, great music and great friends. Class is at 10:00 a.m. Monday,…
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Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Shrine Club news
Greetings from the Sun Lakes Shrine Club. President Noble Mike Whitney called our February meeting to order, leading the club in the Shrine Pledge of Allegiance. Ill. Sir Jim Willettes, PP, presented the opening prayer. The Club welcomed honored guests Chief Rabban George Mathers and his lovely lady Dorothy. It was great to have them…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Sun Lakes Writers’ Group – March 2015
New Year’s Day on the Metro Light Rail Gina Witcraft It seemed like a good idea at the time but, by the end of the day I knew I should have had second and third thoughts. The plan was to drive up to the end of the line at Dobson and Main in Mesa, catch…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Social Dancing begins in March
Mary Lou Kaye Basic Social Dance is so much different than Ballroom dancing. It’s “lead and follow.” You, your partner and the music are the top priorities. Let the music tell you what to do. The limited space on a social dance floor and the wide range of music provided at social events requires more…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Spirit of the Desert Gourd Club upcoming events
Nancy C. Zier Over the February 6-8 weekend many thousands of visitors streamed through the grounds and exhibits at the Running of the Gourds festival in the Pinal County Fairgrounds sponsored by Wuertz Gourd Farm. A huge thank you from members to those who made the weekend an enormous success. Our gourd quilt is available…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Aero Club has successful breakfast fly-in to Marana
Gary Vacin Fourteen Sun Lakes Aero Club members (SLAC) and guests participated in one of the more successful fly-ins in recent years on January 16 when five airplanes converged on the Marana airport for breakfast. The group was joined by Jessica Cox, an honorary SLAC member and former speaker at one of the group’s monthly…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Sun Lakes Rock and Gem Club news and happening
Joe Schwab This is my first article as the writer for the Sun Lakes Rock and Gem Club. I’ve been a member for just under two years and enjoy the activity and friendly cooperation of the more experienced members. My goal is to feature each activity and shop within the club so prospective members know…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Students from Norway, Iceland and Finland were guests of Scandanavian Club
Jerry Christensen In January we had a wonderful evening with Scandinavian high school exchange students. Those who attended gave a free will offering of $150 to assist them on a trip to see the Grand Canyon. Many thanks to our Carol Hawkins and Jerry Johnson for making this happen. We would like to thank all…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Life beyond the teabag – March 2015
Diane Eddy Tea seems like such a plain beverage — a paper bag filled with tea “dust” dunked in hot water that produces a dark reddish brown or green liquid. Maybe you add a little milk or sugar or lemon to that colored hot water. Sometimes your tea tastes of fruit, berries or herbs but…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Sun Lakes Lions Club Casino Night Stories
Lion Dick Zierman, Assistant Floor Manager You’re never too old to have a good time with your family; Helen Perkins, 95 years old, along with her son Steve and his wife Marianne attended the Sun Lakes Lions Club Casino Night, Saturday January 24 at the Sun Lakes Country Club. Helen played Black Jack and walked…