Category: Clubs & Classes

Who Controls Your Water Rates? Meet Arizona Corporation Commission Candidates at Sun Lakes Democratic Club

Dwight Flatt Many Arizona voters know little about the Arizona Corporation Commission, but the decisions made by its five elected members directly affect utility rates, energy policy, and other issues that impact residents across the state. With two Commission seats on the Nov. ballot, the Sun Lakes Democratic Club (SLDC) will host Democratic candidates Clara…

Fun Lakers

John Adam The Fun Lakers Social Club kicks off its 2026 Fall/Spring season with the triumphant return of Wes Ringel’s “Dueling Pianos” Extravaganza at 7 p.m. on Oct. 22 in the Cottonwood Ballroom. Wes and his partner deliver an unforgettable evening filled with singing, impressive piano artistry, and nonstop entertainment. Don’t expect to just sit back—this high-energy show is known for lively audience participation, so…

Card Making Class

Linda Smart and Sarah Lythgoe Join us on the second Saturday of every month to make two greeting cards with an Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator. Class fee is $12 and includes everything you need except adhesive. Bring yours or purchase during class. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. The cards will be completed during one class…

Chess Club

Arthur Fink We are a “Coffee House Vibe” group that meets every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Arts and Crafts Room (A-8) in the Cottonwood Country Club. There is no cost, and no membership or residency requirement. All playing strengths are welcome. Chess sets are provided as well as chess clocks if you…

Come and Join Agave Quilters

Betty Bogaard  The new season for the Agave Quilters Guild begins on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 1 p.m. in the Navajo Room at the Sun Lakes Country Club (25601 E. Sun Lakes Blvd). Anyone with an interest in quilting, textiles, or fabric arts is welcome to attend. At this meeting, we will introduce our newest…

Sew-N-Sews News

Peggy Abney The summer months are slowly coming to an end, but members have still been keeping busy with crafts and sewing. Children’s Charities has stayed active this summer between all our trips to sewing centers. Gail Moore delivered dolls to Amanda Hope, which is one of our Children’s Charities recipients. In July, the members…

Savvy Travelers Summer News

Jeanette Rajamaki Our summers last longer than those in the northern states, but folks are traveling all fall and early winter. Some of you have booked Christmas Markets in Europe this year. We have had unusually low rivers this summer on the Danube and Rhine. This caused many cancellations and disappointments for clients. Travelers have…

Desert Artists Club News

Sue Sindelar It’s September already; children are back in school, summer is winding down, monsoon season is closing soon, and cooler weather is ahead. There’s so much to like here in the desert, especially the Desert Artists Club here in Sun Lakes. We have had a great turnout this summer and our members have created…