It’s no secret, it gets really hot in the Sonoran desert during the summer months. Summer in Arizona’s East Valley means triple-digit temperatures that are dangerous—even deadly—for dogs and cats. As temperatures soar, pet owners need to take extra precautions to keep their furry companions safe. Understanding the risks and knowing how to prevent heat-related…
Category: Features
September 2026, Features
Joyful Downsizing: More Time for Living: Why Every Senior Deserves a Joyful Living Navigator
Kim Kubsch There comes a time in life when the greatest luxury isn’t owning more things—it’s having fewer things to worry about. Many older adults have spent decades caring for others, building careers, paying bills, organizing schedules, and solving problems. Retirement is often imagined as a season of freedom. Yet for many seniors, the endless…
September 2026, Features
Sun Lakes Resident Doing Great Work
Robert Osterhoudt, Karin Stone My husband, Kevin, and I have recently met a thoroughly remarkable person, a Sun Lakes resident, who has been doing profoundly meaningful and little recognized work in animal rescue and care for nearly 30 years. Cher Bivona and her husband, Tom, of Sun Lakes Country Club began this work on an…
September 2026, Features
Brain Work
D. Williams When it is spring you can get out and walk, hike, bike, swim, and take long leisurely sniff walks in beautiful weather. We pay attention to our well-being and sometimes overlook those extra little exciting things for our “Kids.” For those that know Rover’s Rest Stop Kids they will tell you that we…
September 2026, Features
¿Habla español?
Dianne Zimmerman Would you like to use and keep up your Spanish skills? Our group is informal and our purpose is to have fun talking and listening to each other while improving our language skills. We discuss topics suggested by members, and when needed, we help each other with grammar and vocabulary. We encourage intermediate Spanish speakers to come to our lively weekly meetings. New…
September 2026, Features
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook The backyard is becoming more than just having a covered patio with chairs and a barbecue grill. According to the newly released 2026 U.S. Houzz Outdoor Trends Study, homeowners are transforming outdoor spaces into true extensions of the home—places to relax, cook, dine, entertain and even retreat for some quiet time. Wellness-focused units…
September 2026, Features
Grief Support Group
Mary Sievert Sun Lakes United Methodist Church will offer an eight-week Grief Support Group on Tuesdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m., in Room 4 of the Education Building, starting Tuesday, Sept. 15. You will learn healthy ways to navigate through this difficult time and benefit from being with others who understand what you’re going through. The…
September 2026, Features
Word of the Month: Epigraph
David Zapatka In the Quest magazine article titled “The Lotus-Born of Ancient Egypt, A Legacy for Enlightenment in Egypt’s Megalithic Sites,” author Foteini Fotoula Adrimi used an epigraph to introduce her article. The epigraph read: O Atum-Beetle! You become high as the hill; You rose as the benben In the Benben Compound In Heliopolis. (Allen,…
September 2026, Features
Spotlight on Advertiser: Re-New Cabinets: A Family-Owned Company Transforming Homes Across Arizona
Veronica Lenzi At Re-New Cabinets, we believe remodeling your home should be an exciting experience, not a stressful one. As a locally owned and family-operated company, we are dedicated to providing homeowners with a seamless approach to home renovations through exceptional craftsmanship, personalized service, and attention to detail. For years, our family has helped homeowners…
September 2026, Features
Zach’s Computer Corner: Is Social Media Infecting Me? and Shopping Scams
Zach Sadkin Can I really get viruses from social media? Getting computer viruses from social media happens when bad actors use malicious links, fake messages, and compromised/hacked accounts to trick you into downloading harmful software. Cybercriminals hide malware (viruses) behind catchy posts, direct messages from friends, or fake buttons. How Malware Spreads on Social Media…