Crystal Cards (CC) volunteers are spending their summer gearing up for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas! It sounds a little early just like seeing all the decorations in the stores and at the mall. However, in order to have cards ready to sell in the Fall, summer is when the work begins. And what better time…
Category: August 2026
August 2026, Generals
Laugh With LAFF!
Please mark your calendars for Saturday, Jan. 23 and Sunday, Jan. 24, 2027 for the 2 p.m. matinee performances of LAFF’s hysterically funny, original musical comedy, “The Key to a Good Night’s Sleep!” Promising non–stop LAFFing, this 45–minute production will be accompanied by surprise vignettes and musical entertainment that will keep you in stitches. LAFF…
August 2026, Religion
Retirement Isn’t the End of the Story
Rev. Jennifer Lambert, Senior Pastor, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church When many of us were younger, retirement seemed like the finish line. Work hard, save wisely, and someday enjoy a slower pace of life. For some, retirement has been everything they imagined. For others, it has come with unexpected challenges. There may be health concerns,…
August 2026, Religion
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation
Murray Siegel The Twilight Shabbat service for August will be held on Aug. 14 at 5:30 p.m. Full services are conducted each month, starting in October, except for July and August, on the second Friday of the month at 7 p.m., at the Sun Lakes Chapel. For additional information or to have your questions answered…
August 2026, Religion
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation
Arthur Fink Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, a Reform Temple, is now accepting new members. For more information, please contact Susie at 480–580-1592.
August 2026, Religion
The Ability to Heal
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. During the journey of life, we encounter many roadblocks and detours, and sometimes we cannot find our way to our final destination because of all the distractions. We wonder whether we took the right road. Should we turn to the left or to the right or go straight ahead? Should we…
August 2026, Religion
Amazing Journey
Mark Wenz, Unity Church of Sun Lakes For those of you who grew up on classic rock, the Beatles’ “The Long and Winding Road” and the Who’s “Amazing Journey” both look at life symbolically as a road or journey with many stops, roadblocks, mishaps, and obstacles–yet also with wonders, surprises, revelations, and freedom. Isn’t life…
August 2026, Sports
Tennis Club Celebrates USA’s 250th Birthday
Barb Jorgensen As always, the Cottonwood Tennis Club knows exactly how to throw an unforgettable party! Even with temperatures hitting a scorching 105°F on the tennis patio, the heat was no match for our community’s festive spirit. Organizers Toni Reider and Gwen Lucas pulled out all the stops to host a spectacular, high-energy Stars and…
August 2026, Sports
Mark Your Calendar!
This year’s highly anticipated Bradshaw-Neu Charity Tennis Classic is Nov. 15 to 21. Join us for an incredible week of competitive tennis, community spirit, and giving back! This year’s tournament brings together players from all prior and new tennis clubs, with a special welcome to our vibrant 55+ tennis community. Event Highlights Grand Canyon University…
August 2026, Sports
Join the Fun: Intro to Short Court Tennis!
Ready to try something new? Come experience the excitement of Short Court Tennis at the Cottonwood Tennis Club. It’s a bridge into tennis and out of tennis as the skills are 100% transferable. People are loving this new variation on tennis: A fun way to get an excellent cardio workout. Accessible and enjoyable for all…