March 2017

OLNGA starts the year with socializing and golf

2016 Most Improved Player Debra Burns (left) and 2017 President Margaret Johnson

Ann Rounthwaite Our new Social Co-chairs Mary Swanson and Dolly Giallonardo organized a super luncheon to welcome the new year on January 17. IronOaks’ golf pro Eddy Renio was the featured speaker with a message both useful and entertaining. He updated us on course conditions, one size irons and pace of play tips. IronOaks obviously…

Friends of Israel news

Michael W. Cohen The friends of Israel, Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, presents “Is Israel a Jewish State or a State of Jews?” by Rabbi Michael Beyo. The Jewish fabric of Israel is a patchwork of numerous factions from many cultures and all corners of the earth. Meeting the needs of all these groups and their…

18th Annual Chandler Jazz Festival – March 31 – April 1

Bart Salzman, Founder and Artistic Director Arizona’s most exciting, largest free jazz festival once again takes over downtown Chandler. Two days, 10 venues, 20 bands, 75 musicians and all FREE! Friday is Blues Night 5:00-10:00 p.m., and Saturday is Jazz 2:00-10:00 p.m., plus later at restaurants. Check out the full schedule with performer bios at…

Canadians invade Cottonwood

The first CanAm Tournament of the Cottonwood Tennis Club was held on January 22, 2017.

Rod Hayward On January 22, the sun rose as it usually does over the courts of the Cottonwood Tennis Club. The palm leaves shimmering in the gentle Sunday breeze, gave no indication of the storm to follow. Suddenly, the sounds of approaching footsteps echoed through the quiet streets. They were arriving — the Canadians! First…

January CMGA results

Mark Higgs Gross Champion and Jim Werlinger Net Champion

Steve Martz January Tournaments 1/07. Afternoon Ace of Aces qualifier Flight 1 Gross: 1st Bruce Beelman, 2nd Ed Frees, Jack Goyer, Jim Curran and Kim Barnes Net: 1st Jim Curran, 2nd Bruce Beelman, Jack Goyer and Jerry C Conner Flight 2 Gross: 1st Richard Haug, 2nd Rafael Take, 3rd Gary Hunnel Net: 1st Richard Haug…

Dance the night away

Mark your calendar for a fun evening of entertainment and dancing with Bruce & Ginger at Sun Lakes Country Club’s Pro Shop Lounge (Mulligan’s) on Friday, March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day), and Saturday, March 25 (50s-60s sock hop—wear your favorite 50s-60s outfit), from 7:00 p.m.-? p.m. Dance the night away to a wide variety of…

Oakwood Artists’ league

Oakwood Artists’ League (OAL) members are ready for a critique session.

The Oakwood Artists’ League (OAL), formed in 2003, welcomes all skill levels that embrace mediums ranging from oil to acrylic, water color, pen, pencil, paper collages and dyes. Since we are not instructor-led, some prior experience is required. While OAL artists have received much acclaim, do not let this discourage you. Most of us seek…

Volunteers needed

Gila Crossing Community School (Pre-K thru Grade 8) is located within the Gila River Indian Community. If you are looking for meaningful volunteer work, please consider joining our volunteer program. Four volunteers are needed to assist with a LEGO Robotics Program which is being offered to middle school students, grades 5-8. Students will be building,…