Loretta Moyer As you know, any type of quilting or sewing is a craft of passion. I have been a quilting fanatic for more than a decade, having dedicated countless thousands of hours to the hobby I have loved. But like all good things, time takes its toll. The time has come for me to…
Category: March 2025
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Exploits of the Swedish Vikings
Välkommen! The Scandinavian Club will meet on Sunday, March 16, at 1 p.m. in the Saguaro Room of Cottonwood Country Club. Note time change: We will meet at 1 p.m. for a light lunch (sandwich, fruit, and veggies), followed by our program. The cost is $15 per person. To reserve a place, send your check…
March 2025, Front Page
Rock, Gem & Silver Club’s Quartzite Outing
Sarah Marks The Sun Lakes Rock, Gem & Silver Club recently enjoyed a fruitful day trip to Quartzite, Ariz., where members unearthed a treasure trove of geological delights. The outing proved a successful venture for the group, which included Diana Ellis, Elaine Hatzenbuhler (the club’s resident geologist), Rena Othick, Shanna Nyberg, Clarice Vickers, Thelma Edwards,…
March 2025, Generals
A Message from the IronOaks President
Pat Horning, IronOaks President It’s a new year, IronOaks residents! As we welcome the new year, let’s take a moment to reflect on all we have to be grateful for. While many across the country are bundling up and shoveling snow, we are enjoying the beautiful 70- and 80-degree weather in Arizona. Living in IronOaks,…
March 2025, Sports
Sun Lakes Lady Putters
Susan Gottschalk Plans are underway and scheduling events have begun for our spring luncheon. The event will be held at the Cottonwood ballroom on April 4. A committee to review and revise our bylaws was assigned to Peggy Verburgt (chairperson), Sylvia Lee, Kathi Bobek, and Susan Gottschalk. Our Lady Putters are volunteering in the upcoming…
Clubs & Classes, March 2025
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…
March 2025, Sports
A-1 Golf Carts Clinch Winter Softball Title
Larry Wolfe Even though they still had two games to play at the press deadline, the A-1 Golf Carts team, managed by Dave Kratz, had clinched the Lakes Division Winter League title with an impressive 12-4 record. That was four games better than Manager Tom Erpelding’s First Response Roofing squad’s 7-7 mark. In the Sun…
March 2025, Generals
Robson Trap Trials 2025
The Robson Trap Trials is a Robson community trap shooting competition. This year it will be held at the Tucson Trap and Skeet Club on Friday, March 14. Communities can have as many shooters as they can field, and the top five shooters will be the team score. There will be awards for the top…
March 2025, Generals
Sun Lakes Women’s Association Spring Fling Golf-O-Rama
The Sun Lakes Women’s Association’s 13th annual co-ed Spring Fling Golf-O-Rama will be on Sunday, March 9, at the Palo Verde golf course. Sign-in is at 8 a.m. with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. The entry fee of $60 per person includes the following: • Morning coffee/donuts, golf, and lunch on the Palo Verde patio…
March 2025, Front Page
It’s Here! IronOaks Pickleball Classic March 10-12
Jodi Sornsin Join us at the IronOaks pickleball courts as we cheer on more than 280 tournament players from Sun Lakes Country Club, Cottonwood, Palo Verde, and IronOaks. The tournament starts at 8 a.m. each day, and there will be much to explore. Early risers can enjoy coffee and pastries! Our daily BBQ will have…