June 2023

Science and Technology

Are you interested in science and technology? During the winter, we can attend nature walks to learn about the flora and fauna of the desert. We can volunteer to be Citizen Scientists at the Maricopa Parks (to document the various species of plants, birds, or insects). During the summer, we can stay cool indoors and…

Be Part of the Solution to Homelessness for Veterans

Nancy Stutman “With homelessness front and center in today’s news, JWV’s funds are needed more than ever to support at-risk veterans,” declares Jewish War Veterans (JWV) Post 619 Commander Bob Brooks. “JWV thanks the East Valley communities for their tremendous response to our Memorial Day Poppy Drive,” says Campaign Chair Harve Kimmel. Thousands of dollars…

Library at SLCC: An Arizona Pioneer

Jan Bobbett In early April, we heard the names of those who would be awarded a Women of the Year award. Arizona’s own Sandra Day O’Connor was one of those women. Of course, many Arizonans had followed her career in Arizona and on the Supreme Court, so we all knew something about O’Connor. From a…

Stay On Guard Against Scams

R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month. June is also a great time for seniors to travel and spend time with loved ones—and the fraudsters know it! They are looking for ways to take advantage of vulnerable individuals. Seniors are often the target of scams due to their trusting nature. Therefore,…

Fun Lakers Get Ready for Next Season

Joyce Selk The Spring Break Beach Dance Party was a blast, and the last Comedy Show of the season did not disappoint with Rich Shydner providing the crowd with lots of great belly laughs! The Fun Lakers entertainment events have ended for summer break, but lots of great things are already planned for the upcoming…

Unity: Celebrating Service

Kay Davis Unity Church of Sun Lakes is a New Thought Community. We celebrate Peace, Light, Love, Joy, and Healing. We practice affirmative prayer and positive thinking, and we support one another in living a Spirit-centered life. Rev. Jeanne MacLaughlin delivers the message. Our Sunday service is held at 10 a.m. in the Arts &…

Niners April Golf Results

Jim Wegman, Publicity Welcome to April golf. The days are warmer, so our shotgun starts at 8:30 a.m. We are saying goodbye to our winter visitors. Some of our friends and neighbors may have already gone. Gentlemen, travel safely and come back to us in the fall. We will not be seeing John Gaudioso at…

The Remodeling Corner

Janet Cook According to a Houzz survey of homeowners who had recently done home remodeling, 87% said it has positively impacted their lives, and 74% said they are happier at home as a result. More people do home remodeling with the goal of customizing their house to facilitate their lifestyle rather than having a priority…

Peach Ice Cream, Lotería, Movies! What a Summer!

Looking for something new or fun to do this summer? New Adventures in Learning is offering quite an array of classes and opportunities for your cool enjoyment! Peach Ice Cream to Die For! Say what? Come find out when Gene LaRiviere reveals the facts! Lotería? No, that is not a typo! It is a centuries-old…