Sharon Gale For the first time in my life I go to the grocery store without coupons and with a list of things I buy that aren’t brand names. My priorities have changed as to what I buy as I have gotten older. What I look for now is a product that is easy to open. Cooking…
August 2023
August 2023, Religion
Unity: Everyday Courage
Kay Davis Unity Church of Sun Lakes is a New Thought Community. We celebrate Peace, Love, Light, Joy, and Healing. We practice affirmative prayer and positive thinking, and we support one another in living a Spirit-centered life. Rev. Jeanne MacLaughlin gives us our message. Church will be closed July and August and will resume Sept.…
Features, August 2023
Joyful Downsizing: 10 Decluttering Mistakes to Avoid
Kim Kubsch Time is precious, and decluttering takes time. By avoiding the 10 decluttering mistakes, you clear the clutter to make room for the good stuff! 1. Touching each item a bunch of times You won’t make much progress if you move items over and over again. Touch it once, decide what to do with…
Generals, August 2023
Women’s Association Makes Donation to NWC
Vickie Brush, president of Sun Lakes Women’s Association, visited the Neighbors Who Care office this spring to share some great news. After Executive Director Sheryl Keeme visited a meeting of the active Sun Lakes group, the two women formed a partnership among the two nonprofits to better serve the community. Ms. Brush explained that the…
August 2023, Religion
Seeking, Learning, and Finding: Embracing the Profound Power of Faith
Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ In a world filled with uncertainties, the timeless words of Matthew 7:7 resonate, inviting us to embark on a journey of seeking, learning, and finding. As we navigate the challenges and opportunities of the modern era, these words remain relevant and impactful, offering solace and…
Features, August 2023
Ideal for August Gardening
Dannette Hunnel Growing jelly bean plants, aka pork and beans plants, is easy as long as you give them what they need, which is full to partial sun and temperatures above 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Neither is a problem here in Arizona! This plant is native to Mexico. Since Arizona was once part of Mexico, it…
August 2023, Clubs & Classes
Cheers Singles Group
Cheers is a social club open to members from Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Our current 203 members invite you to become a part of the Cheers family, whether you are a year-round or a seasonal resident. The club offers many activities and programs, including social time, wine tasting, dining out, book club,…
Generals, August 2023
Swinging with the Arizona Classic Jazz Festival 2023
Helen Daley There is always a theme to the educational sets presented at the Arizona Classic Jazz Festival. The bands that choose to participate follow the theme for one set each by introducing their topic with music and lecture. For instance, the theme for 2021 was “Best of…” and 2022 was “IMAGINE the 1920s Roaring…
August 2023, Sports
IronOaks Ladies Pool Club—A True Story to Consider
Judy Wolthausen It’s normal to feel a little less grounded when you move to a new area. Most of us left our best friends, our homes of many years, our connections to clubs and organizations that interested us, our neighbors, our churches, and everything we had worked hard on to reach a comfortable state. Then…
August 2023, Religion
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation
The August service at the Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation (SLJC) will be a twilight service and is held on Friday, Aug. 11, at 5:30 p.m. This is an informal summer service that is held each July and August. Full services are conducted each month, except for July and August, on the second Friday of the…