James “Jim” Lamparski James “Jim” Lamparski, born on September 17, 1960, in Evergreen Park, Illinois, passed away at age 57 on April 29, 2018, in Phoenix, Arizona. “Jim” is son to Angelene M. Lamparski and the late Robert L. Lamparski; loving husband to Karsel Mark-Lamparski; father of Nicole Anne, who will forever see him…
June 2018
Clubs & Classes, June 2018
Gentle Tai Chi puts health in balance
Kim Kubsch Did you know that the gentle martial art of tai chi can build strength and ease symptoms? Tai chi can be a great indoor movement to enjoy any time of year, but especially during our hot summers. At the same time, meet like-minded friends in Sun Lakes and share healthy lifestyle ideas.…
Clubs & Classes, June 2018
Outstanding lineup of Rotary speakers this month
Norm Noble On Tuesday, June 5, Joan Campbell, Community Affairs Coordinator from the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, will talk about “Trending Scams.” Joan is a retired City of Glendale police officer. She worked in the patrol bureau, served as a school resource officer and as a community action team officer. On Tuesday, June 12,…
Sports, June 2018
Sun Lakes Pickleball Club
Karl Eberle, Club President Beginning July 2, the Sun Lakes Pickleball Club will host free pickleball clinics on Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Sun Lakes Country Club (HOA1). They will be held on courts C and D. The first and third Mondays is an “Introduction to Pickleball” for players wanting to…
Sports, June 2018
Niners April golf results
Jim Wegman, Publicity Membership. New Niners: Bob Clark sponsored by Peter Gerdik and Jim Newman sponsored by Carl Burnham, Jr. Welcome, Bob and Jim, and thanks, Peter and Carl. Another new member is Frank Monaghan sponsored by Renny Vowell. Thanks, Renny, and welcome, Frank. A former member has re-signed with the Niners. Ed Anderson…
Features, June 2018
News From Your Neighbors – Neighbors Who Care, Inc
Jennifer Gustafson, Community Outreach Manager We love to celebrate Mother’s and Father’s Days with special meals, thoughtful gifts and sentimental greeting cards. Whether we’re near or far from our parents or those who are like parents to us, these holidays give us the chance to let our loved ones know how much we care.…
Features, June 2018
Word of the day: Hoedown
David Zapatka Listening to classical music this morning as I do every morning and evening, I heard Aaron Copland’s familiar Hoe-Down classic. I’ve always thought a hoedown was a country-style social gathering with dance and music. Right on track, the upbeat and catchy Copland tune comes from his score to the ballet Rodeo, which…
Clubs & Classes, June 2018
New Horizons Writers’ Group
A Mount St. Helens Mis-Adventure Bob Hirt We were just embarking on a trip toward the Mount St. Helens, Washington, volcanic site after many years of hearing stories about how very tragic that fateful day, May 18, 1980, was. We had also read about how an old man, a Mr. Harry Truman (not the deceased…
Features, June 2018
Centennial birthday bash at the Perfect Place
It was party time at The Perfect Place on Friday afternoon, May 11, as we held our annual Centennial Birthday Bash. This year’s guests of honor were Sarah Getty, celebrating her 100th birthday, and Jean Arthur, celebrating her 101st birthday. The Perfect Place, an adult daycare facility, knows how to throw a party! The party began…
Features, June 2018
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook In the days before Pinterest and Houzz, to get an idea for remodeling, one either had to buy magazines or travel around to model homes and take photos. Social media makes gathering ideas and images easy. We can do it right from home! Blog articles that synthesize what professional journals are reporting…