Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. We have all been taught the Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do to you.” Clearly, respect for one another is the clarion call of this admonition. And just as clearly is self-respect an essential part of this endeavor. It is necessary, for us to survive, to…
Category: October 2025
October 2025, Features
How Scammers Use Alternative Payment Methods to Steal Your Money
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Scammers are always looking for new ways to separate people from their money, and one of their favorite tricks is pushing victims toward alternative payment methods. These methods—wire transfers, peer-to-peer (P2P) apps like Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App, prepaid gift cards, and even cryptocurrency—make it much easier for fraudsters…
Generals, October 2025
Annual Rummage Sale at Risen Savior Lutheran Church
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Tee It Up at Cottonwood
Cottonwood Ladies Golf Association (CLGA) is gearing up for the 2025-26 season, which starts in November. The new board is working collaboratively to offer a fun, friendly, and organized league where anyone can enjoy golf each Thursday morning. This year, league play will include team and individual games, as well as tournaments, patio parties, and…
October 2025, Sports
Cottonwood Men’s Golf Association Results
Buddy Meola The monthly Ace of Aces Qualifier was played on June 7. The low gross and low net scores from each flight qualify for the Ace of Aces Tournament later this year. Blue Flight: Low Gross Bruce Pape, Low Net Tom Walsh White Flight 1: Low Gross Steve Steinhilber, Low Net John Stromstad White…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Zumba and Zumba Toning Classes: Come Dance and Work Out with Me

Sandra Melchor Come and join my Zumba and Zumba Toning classes. Zumba takes the “work” out of a workout. I call it “exercise in disguise,” a high-energy group dance workout set to upbeat music. It’s a total workout, combining all elements of fitness: cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility. You don’t need any special dance…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Gila Butte Chapter, NSDAR

Beck Donatelli It’s been a long, hot summer, but Daughters of the American Revolution, Gila Butte Chapter, NSDAR, are looking forward to seeing members returning and attending meetings. The chapter meets on the third Wednesday of the month from September through May in Sun Lakes. The Gila Butte Chapter sponsors two $1,000 scholarships each year…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Chess Is for Everyone!
Doug Shields The Sun Lakes Chess Club meets every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Arts & Crafts Room (A-8) in Cottonwood Country Club. There is no cost and no membership or residency requirement. All ages and playing strengths are welcome. Chess sets are provided, as well as chess clocks if you…
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Metal Lokators Meetings and Hunts to Resume in October
Now that the weather is cooling, it is time to dust off your metal detector and get ready to do some searching. Sun Lakes Metal Lokators meet the second Monday of every month, October through April, at 1 p.m. Most meetings are held at Sun Lakes Country Club. Some are held at a local restaurant.…
October 2025, Features
Spotlight on Advertiser: Re-New Cabinets, LLC
Cabinet Refacing: A Smart, Stylish, and Sustainable Kitchen Upgrade In the heart of Phoenix, Re-New Cabinets, LLC, has become a premier name in kitchen cabinet refacing, transforming homes with precision, passion, and a personalized touch. Family-owned and operated by Robert and Arlette Lenzi, Re-New Cabinets is known for more than just its beautiful results. With…