Eric Ehst, Executive Director Recently I was in Gilbert at a meeting of East Valley senior service providers. As soon as I introduced myself as being from Neighbors Who Care another attendee spoke up, “My grandmother lives in Sun Lakes and you take such good care of her!” Then the moderator asked somewhat incredulously, “And…
March 2016
Generals, March 2016
Spring into New Adventures in Learning
It is almost spring and spring means new beginnings. That is why the program that offers adult classes at the Chandler/Gilbert Community College is titled New Adventures in Learning. As we age we crave new experiences and new information. New Adventures can satisfy those cravings by giving us the opportunity to continue to learn throughout…
Generals, March 2016
Spaghetti Dinner – March 19th
What’s it all about? To start, delicious food. Spaghetti, meatballs, bread sticks, salad, dessert, coffee and iced tea. Plus the bars will be open if you prefer something a little stronger. Then there will be the raffle and silent auction. Here you will find more than 40 items to bid on and another 40 plus…
Generals, March 2016
SunBird Kare Bears hold faire
The final Faire for this season will be held Saturday, March 5 in the SunBird Ballroom from 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Over 40 vendors will bring their wares for your selection. Kare Bears will have their own white elephant table, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, coffee and rolls for $.75 each, and a $2 coupon for…
Generals, March 2016
Sun Lakes Dance Party at Oakwood
The Sun Lakes Dance Party meets monthly from November to March on a Wednesday evening at the Oakwood ballroom. The group dance lesson begins at 6:30 p.m.; open dance is from 7:00-9:30 p.m. Casual dress. Open to all in the Sun Lakes community and others. Guests and newcomers are welcome. Mark the date of March…
Generals, March 2016
Karaoke and dancing
Double the Fun at Sun Lakes Country Club’s Pro Shop Lounge (Mulligan’s) on Saturday, March 12 from 7:00-? p.m. and then again on Saturday, March 26 from 7:00-? p.m. The lounge will be serving food. Mark your calendar for another fun evening of singing and dancing. If you have been to karaoke with Mr. B.…
Generals, March 2016
Do we have to wear that wig and dress again?
Barry Berger These actors did such a great job of impersonating women in our show Murder on the Oriental Rug or Better Yet Hot Flashes that the public wants to see more! So Sun lakes Community Theatre is bringing it back on April 8 and 9 at the Cottonwood Country Club. The actors and crew are…
Generals, March 2016
Arizona Big Train Show annual spring open house
Ennis Thompson, ABTO The Arizona Big Train Show annual spring open house will be held on April 2-3, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. We’re back with our annual spring open houses and our Sun Lakes Club members are ready for a great weekend, opening their backyards and displays for the public to see this spring. This…
Generals, March 2016
Sun Lakes – Cottonwood Palo Verde at Sun Lakes
Message from the President Richard Hawkes Greetings Homeowners, The month of March will be a busy and exciting time for Cottonwood Palo Verde. As I write this message the campaign is underway for three seats on your HOA Board of Directors. The Election Committee has qualified four candidates. As homeowners you will be asked to…
Generals, March 2016
Health and Wellness programs at SLUMC
The Health and Wellness Ministry at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church will be offering the following free presentations in the coming weeks: Wednesday, March 2 – “Stiff Person Syndrome” with presenters Dr. Robert Cloar and Barbara Cloar, RN. Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) is a rare neurologic disorder characterized by rigidity and stiffness. The stiffness primarily…