On Thursday, April 21 at 10:30 a.m., Sue Ellen Allen, an author, speaker and prison expert will share about Gina’s Team, an organization that brings educational programs into prison to inspire and empower the inmate population to strive for a better future and a successful reentry. As Executive Director for GINA’s Team, Sue Ellen works…
Category: April 2016
Generals, April 2016
Michigan State dinner highlights
Pearl Ryan Michiganders enjoyed a great State Party held Saturday, March 7; 61 Sun Lakers who once lived in Michigan or consider themselves a Michigander were treated to a fantastic served meal on the Palo Verde patio followed by social conversion. No one danced this year, and being true Michiganders, we had Motown music piped…
Generals, April 2016
New CAP graduates
The Sun Lakes Fire District graduated nine new members to their Community Assistance Program. The graduates now begin working with experienced members and mentors as they respond on calls with the Fire Department. Top row (far left) is Acting Lead Instructor Brian Curry and SLFD Chief Troy Maloney and on the far right is Battalion…
Generals, April 2016
Copper Drive fun!
The Ladies of Copper Drive are always ready for fun! Every month, they gather for luncheon, book discussions and Happy Hours (with their spouses). At the beginning of March, they donned their finest frocks, hats, and gloves to celebrate the conclusion of Downton Abbey with an afternoon tea, hosted by Lady Carol Kay at her own…
Generals, April 2016
Native American flute playing class offered
Are you a fan of Carlos Nikai’s music? If so you have heard the beautiful, lyrical sounds of the Native American flute. They evoke within us the beauty of nature and profound feelings of peace, joy and love. Would you like to learn to play a Native American flute or purchase one? You will have…
Generals, April 2016
Comfort pillows available
Comfort pillows are available free of charge to aide in recovery for patients of breast cancer surgery. This pillow is designed to be worn under the arm over the patient’s incision area to protect the tender skin from friction and pressure from clothing. It also may be worn under the shoulder strap while driving a…
Generals, April 2016
Hearing service dog training
Kristi Nolde-Morrissey is the founder of Diamond Dogz of Arizona, an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to the training and certification of hearing service dogs. Owners train their own dogs to alert them to environmental sounds. Kristi will be offering information on what dogs and handlers need to learn and how they are taught. Please join…
Generals, April 2016
Flag program – Sun Lakes Breakfast Lions Club
The Sun Lakes Breakfast Lions Club is committed to community service. Club members work hard to produce fundraisers that are fun and provide an activity appealing to Sun Lakes. Lions salute their neighbors who give money to the fundraisers and realize Lions are merely a conduit to deliver the donations to Sun Lakes Charities. For…
Generals, April 2016
Volunteers – Where would the world be without them?
Susan Plouzek Art at the Lakes was a big success, thanks to the many volunteers and sponsors. First of all, kudos to Gary Neffenger, Pat Merkle and Brandon Johnson (the firefighter) who all did their responsibilities so well. They knew what to do and they just did it! Then a miracle happened – Diane Hitt…
Generals, April 2016
Sun Lakes women plan fashion show and luncheon to help clothe 7,000 children
Sarah Auffret A group of volunteers from Sun Lakes are part of a group that has been working for months to plan a fashion show, luncheon and boutique, knowing that more than 7,000 schoolchildren are counting on them to receive new clothing next fall. Assistance League of East Valley provides new clothing, shoes and hygiene…