October 2016

News From Your Neighbors – Neighbors Who Care Inc.

Make a difference every day Eric Ehst, Executive Director Every October there is a designated national holiday called “Make a Difference Day.” This is supposed to be one day a year when people are encouraged to volunteer their time to make a difference in someone’s life. Volunteers gather on this day to help their neighbors…

Sun Lakes Arts and Crafts Assocation news

Diana Ellis Attention all crafters and artists, the club will hold its annual general meeting on Monday, October 10 at 10:00 a.m. in the Friendship Room in Sun Lakes Country Club. In an effort to save money, members will not be mailed show application forms this year. Instead the application is available on our website.…

Now’s the time to join the Oakwood Lady Niners

OLNGA members and guests enjoying the social side of golf.

Ann Rounthwaite As the Oakwood Lady Niners begin their winter golf season on Tuesday, November 8, it’s the perfect time to join the league – a group of friendly, supportive women who play nine holes on one of Oakwood’s three courses every Tuesday morning. The Oakwood Lady Niners Golf Association (OLNGA) offers something for everyone.…

October happenings at the Ed Robson Branch Library

Here’s what’s happening at the Ed Robson Library in October! Please plan to join us! Tuesday, October 4 at 1:00 p.m. – Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services Join us for an overview of the many benefits provided by the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services. Bill Phalen, from the local office in Chandler, will provide useful…

Upcoming events for Weeders Garden Club

September 8 was our first meeting of the 2016/2017 garden season for the Weeders Garden Club. Our presenter was Kirti Mathura, a professional horticulturalist who spoke on composting; her topic was entitled, The Dirt on Composting. Ms. Mathura teaches “Plant Materials” for the Landscape Architecture Program at ASU’s School of Design. She has worked at…

Sun Lakes Women’s Association

Ellie Clark Many of you are familiar with the Sun Lakes Women’s Association and its good works. The group works year round gathering useable items for resale at the annual Bazaar each November. They pick up, clean up, price and pack these items each Monday, during our regular meeting sessions, and at other times, as…

Lucky Strike Pool Club sign ups begin October 26

Gary Vacin Sun Lakes residents interested in playing tournament pool in the coming year are encouraged to sign up for the Lucky Shot Pool Club. Now in its 20th year, the organization will host its annual registration meeting beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 26 at the Cottonwood Phoenix Room. Persons unable to attend…

Trips and Tours

For more information or reservations please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or [email protected]. Payson Picnic, Wine and Fall Colors October 15; price is $99 per person Travel to Payson and enjoy a picnic lunch at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park followed by wine tasting at Trident Winery. Tucked away in a tiny…

AAASL welcome back event

The African American Association of Sun Lakes (AAASL) will hold its annual Fall Fest on Saturday, October 29 from 4:00-10:00 p.m. The potluck event will be held at the Ironwood Country Club, 550 West Champagne Drive. All are welcome. For further information or to indicate what dish will be provided please call Anne Livingston at…