All Maricopa County Library District libraries will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING Wednesday, May 6 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library. All are welcome! Ed Robson Branch, 9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes 85248; 602-652-3000; www.mcldaz.org. AUTHOR VISIT WITH JOHN…
Category: May 2015
Clubs & Classes, May 2015
Savvy Travelers to meet May 14
The next Savvy Travelers Meeting is May 14 in the Phoenix Room of Cottonwood Country Club at 6:30 p.m. Come join us for the last meeting until fall! Van Newille – Phoenix Summer Staycations! Van teaches over at the local college and is a walking book of knowledge on Arizona and its little hideaways. Should…
Clubs & Classes, May 2015
Low Vision Support Group meeting – May 13
The Sun Lakes Low Vision Support Group monthly meeting for May will be on May 13 at 9:00 a.m. in the Card Room at the Renaissance Building on Riggs Rd. The meeting is for all area residents who have vision problems. Program Director Linda Horton leads the sessions with a variety of activities designed for…
Generals, May 2015
Forward the Splash
Chelsea Johnson Are you going to be away from Sun Lakes for two or more months? If the answer is yes, don’t forget to contact the newspaper office to forward or stop delivery of the Sun Lakes Splash. There are multiple ways you can submit your request to forward or temporarily stop delivery of the…
Clubs & Classes, May 2015
Oakwood Artists’ League news
Susan Plouzek Summer is once again upon us! Where does the time go? Winter friends are returning, or have returned, back to their traditional homes. We have had several new artists join OAL this past spring. As of this writing, our membership has increased to 39 members. Some of our members are moving away; you…
Generals, May 2015
Medicare, Medicaid information
Personalized objective assistance is available to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include the following: Basic information about Original Medicare, Supplemental (Medigap) policies Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”) Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO’s, etc.) AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long Term…
Generals, May 2015
Lescroat to visit Robson Library
Andrea Hummel If you haven’t heard of author John Lescroart, you might be in the minority. The Fall, his 26th book, will be released in May and will again feature the popular characters Dismas Hardy and homicide inspector Abe Gitsky. Seventeen of Lescroart’s books have been New York Times bestsellers. His books have sold more than…
Religion, May 2015
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation news and events
Allan Levy The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation (SLJC) is an established reform congregation that meets at the Sun Lakes Chapel at 7:30 p.m. on the second Friday of the month. Services are a great opportunity to meet new people, connect with Judaism and learn. Rabbi Weiner is our leader and has guided the congregation for…
Clubs & Classes, May 2015
Women’s Exchange Club news
The Women’s Exchange Club – great guest speakers, salads and exploring possibilities! W. E. is for women who want to have, fun, food, friendships, and community involvement. Looking to connect with other women? Looking for new friends? Looking to learn new things? You’ve been looking for us! W.E. is women connecting with women. This month’s…
Sports, May 2015
Isley and Kime honored at softball banquet
Larry Wolfe Art Isley and Dr. Hal Kime were honored with the Spirit of Sun Lakes Senior Softball award at the annual banquet held in the Oakwood Ballroom on March 30. The Spirit Award is presented to members who go above and beyond in support of our organization. Thanks and congratulations, Art and Hal! Over…