Kyle Messner In 2022, while the world was still emerging from behind COVID masks, I walked into a classroom at New Adventures in Learning. I was a retired academic looking for a hobby. What I found was a transformation. I started with German and Italian, followed by a writing class. Within weeks, I was hooked.…
Mary Humecke All are invited to attend the AAUW (American Association of University Women) Spring Fling fundraiser to be held Saturday, March 21, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This exciting event will take place in the Cottonwood San Tan Ballroom in Sun Lakes and offers multiple opportunities for the community to support and promote the…
Kristy DeCleene Come enjoy a program designed especially for you, featuring a fashion show and an inspirational speaker at the Women’s Connection on Thursday, March 12, at 10 a.m. This fun-filled event includes a deluxe continental breakfast of beverages, fruit, pastries, scrambled eggs, tortillas, and salsa (gluten-free available upon request). The price is $25 (tax…
Lance Williams, Executive Director, Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes As Executive Director of Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, I have the privilege of seeing every day how meaningful connections are formed, not just through shared experiences, but also around a table. Food has a remarkable way of bringing people together, and it’s in that spirit…
Carol Horowitz We have the answer! On March 14 (and again on March 15 and March 22) you can find the solution, as well as discover the key to health and happiness! The answer is one hour and 20 minutes of non-stop laughter, which you’ll experience as you watch LAFF’s (Laughter and Friendship Forever) presentation…
Rover’s Rest Stop Kids wish to share a side to their lives that often goes unseen. Our world right now is especially hard for them. Dr. Karen Becker recently highlighted what Rover’s Kids live every day until rescued. They will all tell you they are blessed to be a Rover’s Kid. Older dogs are being…
Sarah Auffret Children who are without a stable place to live are the special focus of a fundraising event by Valley Bloom, according to Kitty Larson of Sun Lakes. An alarming number of children in Chandler don’t know where they will sleep at night, whether in a motel or on a friend’s couch. “Through no…
The community is invited to attend Art at Sun Lakes 2026, a premier arts and crafts show and fundraiser supporting the Arizona Fire & Medical Authority (AFMA) Firefighters Charities. The event will take place on Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a rain date scheduled for Saturday, March 14. The show…
Rod Badgley Pickleball players, spectators, and community supporters alike will have something to celebrate when the Sun Lakes Pickleball Club hosts its highly anticipated NIT Tournament March 2–4. This three-day event blends exciting competition, community connection, and charitable giving, making it one of the most vibrant gatherings of the spring season. Interest continues to surge,…
Second Annual Short Court Tennis Tournament Since the introduction of short court tennis in 2024 to encourage more people to try the sport, its popularity has truly soared! This sport was specifically designed for: • Tennis lovers who can no longer play on a full-size court, • Individuals with mobility limitations or those recovering from…