Dannette Hunnel Aphids are bad for plants. Ladybugs will eat aphids. April is the time to purchase ladybugs at nurseries or online from direct ladybug suppliers. The ladybugs (also known as lady beetles or convergent lady beetles) are collected from the foothills and mountains in California and therefore prefer the cooler, damp weather. The bags…
Category: April 2024
April 2024, Clubs & Classes
Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Recipients Honored at JWV 30th Anniversary Luncheon
Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 will install its officers at the April 14 luncheon celebrating the Post’s 30th anniversary. The event will be held in Sun Lakes at 11:30 a.m. in the Poolside building at Oakwood Country Club, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd. in Sun Lakes. The speaker will be Reggie Yates, Arizona Veterans…
April 2024, Sports
Hole-In-One – April 2024
An Ace for Becky! Barbara Arakelian Congratulations to Becky Donatelle who scored a hole-in-one on hole 3 at Sun Lakes Country Club using her #5 fairway wood on Feb. 27, 2024. Way to go, Becky Ken Bunch Gets a Hole-in-One! Barbara Arakelian Congratulations to Ken Bunch for scoring an ace on Valentine’s Day on the…
Generals, April 2024
Learn How to Navigate Anti-Israel and Anti-Semitism on College Campuses
The Friends of Israel, Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, and the East Valley Jewish Community Center will present “Navigating Anti-Israel and Anti-Semitism on College Campuses,” a discussion for current and future college students, parents, and grandparents, at 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, at the East Valley JCC. The evening will address what to look for…
Features, April 2024
Announcing the Autobiography of Artie Wachter, Former Sun Lakes Resident, ‘My Remarkable Life in Sports – Desire, Dedication, Discipline’
Bob Kehoe When discussing the history of soccer in the United States, the name Artie Wachter must be included. Through his lifelong participation in the sport, first as a player, then a coach, referee, instructor, and camp director, he played a significant role in popularizing soccer to the level it is today in this country.…
April 2024, Generals
Horton Hatched His Last Egg
Sandy Pallett Old Horton the elephant has hatched his last egg of the Dr. Suess Season! Ten of SLCT’s Children Theatre members headed out each week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) to entertain kindergarten and 1st grade students at 23 schools in the Chandler Unified School District. They performed Dr. Seuss’s story of Horton Hatches the…
April 2024, Clubs & Classes
Card Making Class
Linda Smart and Sarah Lythgoe Join us on the second Saturday of every month to make two greeting cards with an Independent Stampin’ Up demonstrator. The class fee is $8 and includes everything you need except adhesive. Bring yours or purchase during class. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. The cards will be completed during one…
April 2024, Clubs & Classes
Parli Italiano?
Would you like to speak Italian and meet others who enjoy speaking it? Whether you are a native speaker or someone who wants to brush up on your Italian, come join us for friendly conversation. We meet every Tuesday (October through May) from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Computer Learning Center, Room 1.
April 2024, Religion
Regrets
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. How many times have we whispered to ourselves, and even discussed with others, the opportunities that were missed? All of us, at one time or another, feel pangs of regret—I should have—I could have—I would have. Each path we take in our journey for the best that life has to offer…
April 2024, Generals
A Palate Pleasing Affair: Pasta and Wine Pairing Luncheon
Lance Williams As the Executive Director of Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, I am thrilled to share the tremendous success of our recent Pasta and Wine Pairing Lunch and Learn, an extraordinary gathering that showcased the culinary excellence of our dining services team. This event not only celebrated the artistry of our chefs but also…