Message from the Board President Kathy Skrei In my March message, I had the opportunity to thank you all for allowing me the privilege to serve on the Board of Directors. Since our new Board of Directors start their terms after this publication was required, I find that I have the chance to again express…
April 2015
Features, April 2015
The Hot Spot – April 2015
Sun Lakes Fire Board Members reflect on Bob Price’s legacy Brian Curry After a recent Sun Lakes Fire Board meeting, long time board members Forrest Kohler, Mike Sellers and Bob Price’s widow Diane reflected on Bob’s long service to the Sun Lakes community. Price was a long time fire board member himself until he was…
Generals, April 2015
Nebraskans turn out to hear Tom Osborne
Gary Vacin More than 300 Nebraskans turned out for the annual Nebraska State Dinner February 28 at the Oakwood Country Club to hear guest speaker Tom Osborne, former University of Nebraska football coach. This was the largest turnout for the event in many years. Osborne spoke for about a half hour, describing his years as…
Clubs & Classes, April 2015
Aero Club members to hear about Falcon Warbirds
Gary Vacin The Falcon Warbirds formation flying group will be the topic of a presentation to the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering Monday, April 20 at the Sun Lakes Country Club Mirror Room. The event begins with coffee and camaraderie at 6:30 p.m. followed by the presentation at 7:00 p.m. The public is invited to…
Clubs & Classes, April 2015
Golden Goalies salute the Keepers
Bea Loozer As we all know, losing weight isn’t easy. Most of us have also learned that maintaining weight loss can be daunting. That’s why once a year Golden Goalies have a meeting in which we salute the Keepers — those who have maintained their weight loss—and also ask those Keepers to share some tips…
Clubs & Classes, April 2015
Sun Lakes Writers’ Group – April 2015
Getting Lucky Phyllis Bayles Some hope to get lucky at the casino. Men think it has to do with dating. It could refer to gas prices before a road trip. Athletes tell me it has to do with final basketball shots. BUT! At my age “Getting lucky” means walking into a room and remembering what…
Religion, April 2015
Community Church news
Ron Martby An Evening in Holland dinner and show for the Sun Lakes Community Church took place in the Arizona Room of the Sun Lakes Country Club featuring the Valley Christian High Chorale. It was a huge success with more than 140 tickets sole. Herm Westfall was the MC. John Bekkering, born in Holland, opened…
Clubs & Classes, April 2015
Sun Lakes Dance Party at Oakwood
Mark O’Neill, Publicity The Sun Lakes Dance Party meets monthly from November to March on a Wednesday evening. A group dance lesson begins at 6:30 p.m. with open dance from 7:00-9:30 p.m.; casual dress. Open to all in the Sun Lakes community and others. Guests and newcomers are welcome. Door prizes, cash bar and music…
Features, April 2015
2 Your Health – Reading this could help you look better
Editor’s Note: “2 Your Health” is a new column in the Sun Lakes Splash dedicated to health issues. Each month different doctors and or medical associations, from varying specialties, will be writing on issues of importance. Articles are based on experiences and independent research conducted by the doctors or medical associations. We encourage anyone considering…
Clubs & Classes, April 2015
The Women’s Exchange Club: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow – April 23
The Women’s Exchange Club (W.E.) is for women who want to have fun, food, friendships, and community involvement. Have you ever had a bad hair day so frustrating you just wanted to cut all your hair off? Well, now there is a great solution! Paris Wigs and Extensions is a client-focused custom hair replacement shop…