A Number of Years Ago Sandy Ilsen A number of years ago when I was forty-two There were many more things I was able to do I could run up the stairs without even a pant Now when I try it, I absolutely can’t. I could eat what I wanted and not gain an inch,…
May 2022
Sports, May 2022
Softball Player Profile: John Robinson
Larry Wolfe Technically a Detroit native, John Robinson lived in Michigan for two years before his family moved to Hopkinsville, Ky., where he played baseball and football and was a weightlifter for the Tigers. After his sophomore year, the family relocated to Mesa where John graduated from Mesa High. It was quite a change for…
May 2022
Annual Special Hike Highlights
Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club This year’s hiking season ended with many great hikes, a year-end picnic with awards, and our annual special hike, this time hosted in Prescott. Topping the list of activities was the special hike. The first day started with a hike around beautiful Goldwater Lake in Prescott and ended with…
Sports, May 2022
East-West Canadian-American Social and Annual Picnic Celebrate CTC’s 2021-22 Season
Penny Petersen The colorful Can-Am social and the annual Sisk Park Picnic brought the Cottonwood Tennis Club’s competitive season to an end. There’s plenty of tennis still going on, but the tournaments are done for the 2021-22 season. The Can-Am is a competition between players from Canada and players from America. It took place on March…
Clubs & Classes, May 2022
Julie’s Fitness Classes
Julie Bauman invites you to come to her classes at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 and 9 a.m. For the past 15 years, Julie has been teaching Group Fitness in the Chandler, Sun Lakes, and South Gilbert area. She currently has punch cards available 10 for $35…
Sports, May 2022
CWPV Pickleball Club Donation
Susan Ori The CWPV Pickleball Club got an early start on Christmas giving at the Norris Invitational Tournament in March. The silent auction and 50/50 raffle generated more than $2,000 in donations by players, members, and fans. Jean Jones of the CWPV Recreation Department was presented the $1,500 check for the 12 Days of Christmas…
Sports, May 2022
Men’s IronOaks Niners Hosted Fundraiser
David Mork On March 24, 16 members of the Niners played nine holes on the IronOaks Palms Course, with 9 of the 12 members of the Arizona State Champion Hamilton High Boys Golf Team (HHGT) and their coach Steve Kanner. The HHGT has won the Arizona State Championship nine times and has a 3-peat going…
Features, May 2022
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook There are two major annual home remodeling industry shows: the International Builders Show (IBS) and Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) where training is offered, professionals are recognized, and vendors can showcase their products. Both offer award recognition for the most innovative and best in design for home improvement products. It is good…
Sports, May 2022
CWPV Pickleball Club Season Party
Susan Ori The 2021-22 CWPV Pickleball Club season came to a close at a dinner party with more than 200 members in attendance. The gathering was held in the Cottonwood ballroom. Recognition was given to committee members, board members, and all others who selflessly donated their time and talents to make this a memorable season.
Clubs & Classes, May 2022
Sun Lakes Republican Club May 11 Meeting
The Sun Lakes Republican Club will feature “Election Year Insights” with candidates for Governor, U.S. Senate, Arizona Attorney General, and Treasurer at its monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Navajo Room of the Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 S. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. The public is invited!…