Courtland B. Birchard Courtland B. Birchard, of Birchardville, Pa., went to be with his Savior on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Born June 12, 1930, the second son of Carlton and Lillian (Ackerman) Birchard. He attended one–room schoolhouses through eighth grade, then Montrose High School, graduating in 1948. While in school, teachers encouraged Court’s pencil drawing…
Volunteer Spotlight: Sandra Givens Robin Wilson If you recognize Sandra Givens, it might be from her years as a regional HR manager or perhaps from the cover of one of her nine published novels. Since 2023, however, our clients know her best as the friendly face behind the wheel. A Journey of Resilience After years…
SLCT Recent Board Electees Sun Lakes Community Theater’s (SLCT) board members are resident volunteers with diverse professional backgrounds and civic commitment. They include performing arts leaders, public servants, educators, financial experts, and community administrators. Kate King-Turner, president, draws on an extensive executive background in managing 501(c)(3) organizations. Now retired, she leverages her administrative leadership with…
Kate Chapa This season has come to a close for Sun Lakes Pitch N Putt. We had a good time meeting new friends and playing a new game each week. Funny prizes were given out for those who hit the tree which were googly eye glasses to ensure they see the tree next time. We…
Susan Gottschalk Pictured is the 1st place winner in the 13th annual Lady Joker’s Wild Hand and Foot Tournament Anna Cody, left, Phyllis Schager, right, is the 2nd place winner in the annual tournament.
Kathy Hoff, Publicist The Fun with Friends tournament was held at Sisk Park on March 26. It was a perfect evening with great weather, lots of laughs, and a wonderful time with friends. The snacks everyone brought were delicious, and it made the whole event feel even more festive. The Hawaiian theme really added to…
Jacque Texeira You have probably had the experience of walking into a social event with 200 people and not recognizing one face. After all, it’s a community of over 5,000 people. It’s so much more fun to walk in and see lots of familiar faces. That’s what the Fun Lakers Social Club is all about,…
David Zapatka Summer is coming and the sun is out. The sun is beautiful, but it’s also a genuine challenge on the pickleball court. We love playing in it and we occasionally curse it while squinting into a lob we’ve completely lost. Playing pickleball in the sun is a complicated relationship. You need a strategy.…
Judy Kopp Detachment is often misunderstood as coldness or avoidance when actually it is a compassionate form of spiritual presence you can embody. It is attachment to the material that leads to detachment from the spiritual. Detachment allows you to remain open without being consumed. It means you stop clinging to things outside of yourself…
Julie Bauman Join Julie Bauman at Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center! A variety of classes range from chair yoga, total body fitness, Tabata and functional fitness. Julie currently teaches Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8 and 9 a.m. From beginner to advanced, all are welcome. A seasoned instructor, Julie teaches at all levels. If you…