Category: November 2018

Chordaires Show Chorus of Sun Lakes

  The Chordaires had an exciting rehearsal on October 4, with current and new members and their director, Marc Gaston, all ready to begin working on the upcoming Christmas Program called “Happy Holidays.” Sun Lakes Country Club is hosting this free public concert again on Sunday, December 9, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the…

What can I do?

  Lois Valleau Do you ever have times when you feel there is nothing you can do to make a difference in your life and in the lives of those around you? You know there should be some way you can bring a positive influence to your community and your country. There are ways, and…

Thanks-living!

Jean Newell, Associate Pastor at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church How quickly the days slip by, and before you know it, the celebration is just days, maybe even hours away. Shopping is done, food is prepared, the house is readied and the table is set. The big day finally arrives! What is it about Thanksgiving…

A shot of yoga for pain relief

Noell Hyman “This is way better than narcotics!” a newer student said to me after his fourth Chair Yoga class ended at the Cottonwood Country Club. He’s been on a combination of opiates and morphine for pain in both the upper and lower back and for serious knee problems in both knees. In an effort…

Walking today for a better tomorrow

Sue Schwartz If life really begins at 50, shouldn’t you be in the best shape of your life at 65? Getting older is not for wimps. As things start to break, need tweaking or flat out have to be replaced, these events take a toll on the get-up-and-go attitude. Independence, confidence and a sense of…

Age to perfection

  Sarelyn Parrault Aging, relationships, even retirement can sometimes leave us stressed and empty not knowing where to turn. “Age to Perfection” can be the place to turn. It is the piece of the puzzle that is missing for a truly enjoyable retirement. This on-going group meeting offers proven methods to see things in a…

Softball player profile:  Kurt Carmichael

Larry Wolfe Now that Jonathan Goldsmith, the bearded, debonair, “most interesting man in the world” who touted Dos Equis beer has retired, a suitable replacement might be our own Kurt Carmichael. Talk about interesting… Kurt’s real-life exploits would fit right into those commercials that featured daring and unusual feats by that other “most interesting man.”…

Be “on guard” with Essential Oils

  JoAnne Gaudioso Autumn is here, and with it comes beautiful changes in nature and a reminder that we are fast approaching the season that challenges many of us to stay healthy and fight off colds, coughs, sore throats and flu. Yes, some of you have had a flu shot, but there is so much…

Arizona Quilters Guild’s newest chapter

A new chapter of the Arizona Quilters Guild has formed in the South Chandler, Sun Lakes and surrounding areas. This newest AQG chapter sees its mission as promoting all types of quilting in a friendly, supportive manner within an atmosphere of continuing education. Any current member of the Arizona Quilters Guild (member–at-large or member in…