Category: June 2026

Sun Lakes Model Railroad Club: The Short Line

Steve Engelhardt One of the goals we try to achieve is finding ways to bring our modeling work “to life”. We do that by trying to create believable looking models first but frequently it looks “flat” and needs more detail to stimulate the mind. So, we do that by adding people, vehicles, scenery and the…

Sun Lakes Community Theatre – June 2026

The ImproVables Oakwood Show Hits the Mark! Many audience members had never experienced an improv show and The ImproVables gave them a taste of comedic shenanigans they delighted in. “I’m so sad it’s the last show of your season,” said an audience member. “I can’t wait to see the next one in the fall!” she…

Ironwood Lady Niners

Bonnie Hoewing The Ironwood Lady Niners (IWLN) had their spring awards banquet on April 15. Awards were given for Birdies and Chip-Ins throughout the year, Most Improved Golfer, and Medallion Low Gross and Low Net winners. Rosanna Nania was the Low Gross Medallion winner and Shirley Moore was Low Net. These two ladies will represent…

Agave Quilters

Betty Bogaard The final meeting of the season for Agave Quilters was held on May 6 in the Navajo Room at Sun Lakes Country Club. Our featured speaker was the talented Merci Apodaca, who was assisted by her granddaughter Nadia. Merci shared a trunk show of her vibrant quilts and accessories, with each detailed piece…

Board Games, Card Games, Word Games

Karen Vollis Do you enjoy playing a variety of games? We have separate tables for playing strategy/board games, card games, dice games, party games or word games. We can teach you how to play or you can teach us your games! We play games in Oakwood, Sun Lakes, but can schedule an event at your…

Player Recognition

Dianne Zimmerman Karin Hansen was recognized on April 16 for her invaluable commitment and service to the Sun Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club’s (SLDBC) 99er Thursday morning game. She contributed to the success of the program for many years. Thank you Karin for your dedication to encouraging and advancing players in our club. We appreciate you!…

Desert Artists Club Meets All Summer Long

Sue Sindelar Summer is here again and the Desert Artists Club (DAC) still meets weekly for members to enjoy a time to create together in a cool and supportive environment. It is a time when outdoor activities are limited and we turn our attention to indoor hobbies. For artists it is a time to flourish.…

DAR Arizona State Conference

Jean Milberger The Gila Butte Chapter finished their chapter year at the Arizona State Conference at the end of May. It was made special with the presence of President General Ginnie Sebastian Storage, NSDAR attending the event. Each year the Gila Butte Chapter, NSDAR honors the cadets at the Basha High School JROTC annual awards…