Rabbi Dr. Irwin Wiener As the summer begins to wane, my mind begins to wander toward a new season, and I find myself dreaming. I dream of those days thought to be “fun filled” or “better.” Several years ago, I read a story about a man who owned a horse ranch and had agreed to…
Category: August 2025
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Sew-N-Sews News
Peg Abney The summer months are keeping members of the Sew-N-Sews groups busy making beautiful craft items. During June and July, several fun classes were held and were well attended. A Jelly Roll Rug class was led by Sheilah Buscaglia on June 27, with some pretty rugs being made from just 2-1/2-inch fabric strips. Découpage…
August 2025, Sports
It’s All About the Stats
Larry Wolfe In baseball and softball, it truly is “all about the stats.” No other sports are as focused on “the numbers” as are baseball and softball. The game’s individual matchups, such as pitcher versus batter, and the ability to track every action has led to a rich history of analyzing those statistics. The noted…
August 2025, Generals
Lunch Bunch: Flavor, Friends & Fun!
Kyle Messner Get ready, New Adventures in Learning members! The Lunch Bunch will be back this fall for another year of culinary exploration and great company. This popular monthly gathering is your perfect chance to connect with fellow members, discover fantastic local eateries, and enjoy a delicious meal together. Each month, the Lunch Bunch ventures…
August 2025, Generals
Helping Others
Crystal Cards (CC) has been recycling greeting cards since 2016. Not only does this make good use of the cards, it provides additional funds to My Sister’s Place, a local domestic violence center. Others who benefit from this effort are the volunteers of CC. It takes numerous steps to collect these cards, sort, cut, glue,…
August 2025, Generals
Help Us Help the Hungry
Jim Meagher Across our community, a quiet crisis is unfolding—one that often goes unseen amid our daily routines. Even as the summer sun brightens our days, many families face uncertainty about where their next meal will come from. Food insecurity, once thought of as a distant problem, is now a stark reality for neighbors in…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Fit and Fun Club
Karyl Garbow Always getting fit and always having fun. Fit and Fun is a positive health/wellness club prioritizing good living! We explore health and lifestyle issues as we emphasize self-care! Summer schedule: On the first Wednesday of the month we meet at a designated restaurant for breakfast at 9:30 a.m., and on the third Wednesday…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Color or Monochrome?
Ken Duquaine During the upcoming 2025-26 season, each of our monthly competitions will for the first time include the Mono category. So, what are the considerations when trying to decide if a given photo would be more effective in color or monochrome? This creative choice can dramatically affect the emotional content and impact of a…
August 2025, Generals
Tuesday Nights Together Bingo!
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is excited to host Tuesday Nights Together (TNT), a series of free programs held every month! These engaging evenings are designed to bring our community together, featuring a variety of topics that range from lighthearted and entertaining to serious and informative. Each TNT event begins with a light meal offered…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Cheers Social Group Activities
Cheers Trip Opportunities: Several members enjoyed Free Spirit’s June Mystery Tour to Tucson. The two-day tour included a morning at the Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum, one of the largest collections in the world, and an evening attending the Neil Diamond musical A Beautiful Noise. This event itself made the trip a winner! On…