Joe Bonavire I am Joe Bonavire, founder of sosww2vets, a non-profit organization to help World War II veterans in whatever way we can. Since our founding in 2009 we have raised thousands of dollars. We have sent veterans of D-Day back each year on the anniversary of that unforgettable day. We have also sent Navy…
Category: March 2016
Generals, March 2016
The music of “Jelly Roll” Morton
Helen Daley Ferdinand Joseph LaMonthe (October 20, 1890-July 10, 1941) is recognized as a very important character in ragtime and early jazz as a pianist, bandleader and composer who began his career in New Orleans, LA. In fact, he claimed to have invented jazz in 1902. At a young age, he took guitar lessons and…
Generals, March 2016
2016 Sun Lakes Lions Casino Night recap
Lion Forrest Cheuvront The list of prize winners was chaired by Lion Carolyn Barrans who had help from many volunteers and Lions in setting up, picking winning tickets out of prize boxed for an item, tearing down, loading all up in a truck and calling winners to pick up their prize the next day at…
Generals, March 2016
POWWOW in Chandler
Produce On Wheels With Out Waste (POWWOW) distributes fresh produce in a farmer’s market atmosphere. The purpose of the market is to reach out to the community by providing quality produce at an affordable price. A $10 donation is good for up to 60 pounds of produce with six to eight different varieties regularly available.…
Generals, March 2016
Bluegrass music group looking for an intermediate fiddle player
Charley Akin If you recognize the legendary names of Monroe and Scruggs and well-known names like Rice, Skaggs and Krause, you’ll recognize the music that the Dry Heat Pickers mix into jamming, practicing and performing. Our music is a variety of traditional bluegrass inspired by some of the greatest names in its history with a…
Generals, March 2016
Payson Book Festival
Come out on July 23 for the Payson Book Festival, a free, family-friendly event from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at Gila Community College, 201 N. Mud Springs Rd. Meet 60 AZ authors and enjoy free workshops, story time, music, food and door prizes. Author registration closes April 30. For details visit www.paysonbookfestival.org or ask questions at…
Generals, March 2016
Open house at library
Please join us at the Ed Robson Branch Library on Tuesday, March 22 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. Learn about the history of this ancient ceremony. The tea ceremony is experienced through the senses – hearing the sound of the water, viewing the display, touching the utensils, smelling the scent of…
Generals, March 2016
Martell Chiropratic expands
For the past 10 years Martell Chiropractic has been located at the Ace Plaza Shopping Center offering chiropractic and massage services. Dr. Martell’s practice is expanding and moving to the Bashas’ Shopping Center the first of March. Dr. James Martell is a graduate of Parker College of Chiropractic and is certified in acupuncture and physiotherapy,…
Generals, March 2016
Medicare, Medicaid and other health benefit information available
Neil Tamber Personalized objective assistance is available to seniors, the disabled and caregivers provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include the following: Basic information about Original Medicare, Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO’s, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona…
Generals, March 2016
Dinner and a show for only $12
Andrea Hummel Looking for a fun night out? Well, here you go! On March 26 at Sun Lakes Country Club, beginning at 4:30 p.m., you can enjoy an entire evening of entertainment for only $12. The only thing you pay extra for will be your cocktail! Here’s the schedule: Cocktail hour is at 4:30 p.m.…