Category: April 2024

African American Association of Sun Lakes

J.B. Appling Performing at this year’s African American Association of Sun Lakes Jazz in the Park will be Lisa Hightower. Lisa Hightower, also known as Lisa THEE’ Oracle Hightower, draws her inspiration from a multitude of genres and musical history, such as jazz, blues, R&B, and soul and is largely influenced by her gospel roots.…

Cheese, Please

Reggie Wegman A very enthusiastic group of people attended the Cheese Making class on March 3 in the Oakwood clubhouse. The class was given by Kathy Levine, a very experienced cheese maker. She has done extensive research. Her desire for excellence led her to find teachers in other states from Northern California, Colorado, and Wisconsin.…

Hi There, Apple Device Users

Marilyn Conner This month’s class on April 1 covers the Find My app and Air Tags to help us locate our devices, tagged items, and share location. It may include a class on home automation. This will be our last class until we return in the fall, so you won’t want to miss it. Join…

Chordaires Spring Show Countdown

The Chordaires Show Chorus recently performed a quick preview of their upcoming April 6 show for the Women’s Connection at Oakwood. Their selections were “There’s No Business Like Show Business” and the rousing “Who Will Buy?” from the musical Oliver. Then singers ate a quick lunch and returned to their practice room to continue polishing…

Sew-N-Sews

Eileen Turner There were over 100 members in attendance at the February Sew-N-Sews meeting. Our guest speaker was Jan Maresh, an experienced sewer, educator, and author of several books, including Sewing for Dummies. In this reference book, you can find directions and information about many topics or skills used in sewing. Topics are easily found…

We’re Arizona Rangers, and We Love What We Do

Bill Boone As the Sun Lakes Rangers enter their fifth year, the Sun Lakes Company has evolved and grown in many ways. Starting with five members in 2019, the Company has grown to over 40 full and probationary Rangers. Five years ago, at its formation, the Company was focused on laying the foundation that would…

PVMGA Club Championship and Masters Winners

Jeff French It was an eventful February/March of play for the PVMGA, which included a Member/Member event, a two-day Home & Home with Oakwood Men’s, and the 2024 Club Championship, followed by our annual Presidents lunch and Scramble. Club Championship, March 2 and 3 Flight 1: 1st Bob Brabant, 2nd Mike Lorimor, 3rd Dan Ashley…

April Fools’ Day and Unity

Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ April Fools’ Day, a day traditionally filled with harmless pranks and laughter, may seem at first glance to be far removed from the teachings of Jesus Christ and the profound themes of unity and compassion in humanity. However, a closer examination reveals that this day,…

Cheers Singles Group

Cheers is a social club open to members from Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Our current 220 members invite you to become a part of the Cheers family, whether you are a year-round or a seasonal resident. The club offers many activities and programs, including social time, wine tasting, dining out, book club,…

Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood

Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood will meet on Thursday, April 18, at 1 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Chapel House. Jody Crago from the Chandler Museum will present the program “Death and Diamonds: A Holocaust Survivor’s Journey from Krakow to Chandler.” Light refreshments will be served. Guests are invited to attend this meeting. Thank you…