Clubs & Classes

Twinkle Toes and Neuropathy

Kathleen Ismael The body’s nervous system is made up of two parts: the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) occurs when nerves are damaged or destroyed and can’t send messages from the brain and spinal cord to the muscles, skin, and other parts of the body. Peripheral nerves go from…

Agave Quilters Guild News

Debi Loofburrow At our April 5 meeting 50 quilts were shared by our members for an Antique Quilt old-fashioned bed turning. So many wonderful stories of quilts being handed down from generation to generation were shared. Many of these gems were “well-loved,” some had very little binding, and several had holes in them, but they…

March Meeting Enjoyed by Sew-N-Sews

Ellen Brittingham Sew-N-Sews members have been busy working on charity items for pets and for children, as well as meeting in groups to learn new sewing projects and generally enjoying the company of each other. Our scheduled days in the Sewing Room at the Arts and Crafts building at Oakwood are usually filled with members…

Cheers Social Group Activities

Cheers Trip Opportunities: Several members recently took a cruise to Mexico, while others enjoyed our spring weather at home. Opportunities for day trips in the coming months include Bearizona and Williams, Ariz., on May 23 and Tonto Bridge and Pine Creek Lavender Farm on June 12. Come and enjoy the cool Northern Country with us! Two…

Chess Anyone?

Looking for a friendly chess game? Or maybe just looking for help learning how to play? Serious players are welcome, too. We play chess on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Ceramics Room (A-8). There is no formal commitment. Come when you can, and leave when you want. Feel free to…

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. 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 of…

Republican Club May 10 Meeting

The Sun Lakes Republican Club will feature nationally renowned speaker Shane Krauser presenting on “How to Advocate Freedom and Win Every Time” at its monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Navajo Room of the Sun Lakes Country Club, at 25601 S. Sun Lakes Blvd., in Sun Lakes. The public is…

It Might as Well Be Spring

Ken Duquaine Springtime in Arizona is a very special season. But when spring follows a very wet winter, bringing the desert alive with an uncharacteristically lush green color and an abundance of spectacular wildflowers, now that’s really special. The chilly evenings have given way to more moderate temperatures, bringing the pleasant aroma of outdoor barbeques…

Lions Club April Meeting

Lion John Peterson The club reported on the successful March 21 blood drive with 28 participants. We will be conducting another blood drive at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church at a date to be determined. The club also co-sponsored a Shred-a-Thon with the Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse on April 22. The club honored Chandler Girl…