Merrie Taverna, Ocotillo Artists Group Prepare to be captivated by a world of artistic brilliance at the upcoming Juried Art Show, hosted by the Ocotillo Artists Group. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the heart of downtown Ocotillo, located in Southern Chandler. Proudly presented by the…
Category: November 2023
Sports, November 2023
MOGA November Update
Mark Nilsen, Tournament Chairman Many board members and volunteers are involved in doing the “heavy lifting,” which enables Men’s Oakwood Golf Association (MOGA) to be the outstanding men’s golf league that it is. None carry a heavier burden than Mark Nilsen. His inclusion of new games, the shootout competition, dealing with last-minute changes, and transitioning…
November 2023, Front Page
The Dirty Dozen Donation Story
Richard Hawkes The Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation was created “to enhance the quality of life for the older population in the East Valley, including Sun Lakes residents, in the areas of health, education, and culture.” Our main activity involves awarding many grants to local nonprofits to help further their missions, such as the Sun…
Generals, November 2023
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church Is Hosting a Free Seminar
“Your Kids Don’t Want Your ‘Stuff’—They Want You to Have Your ‘Stuff’ in Order!” Join us for “Critical Conversations to Have with Your Family this Holiday Season” on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, Lindsay Hall, 9248 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes. Our speaker line-up will focus…
Sports, November 2023
Sun Lakes Lady Niners Begin New Season
Linda Stimart The Sun Lakes Lady Niners will officially begin their league play on Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. For those returning members, make sure to renew your membership with AGA and submit your $10 to our league treasurer, Celeste. There will also be a shotgun start for our league on Tuesday, Oct. 31, at…
Clubs & Classes, November 2023
Join the Art Group
Lori Tronson Are you finding it hard to find a place to work, or the light isn’t right at home. Come to the Oakwood Arts and Crafts building and find your way to the Art Room. If you paint with watercolor, oil, acrylics, pastels, pen and ink, or whatever, then join the Art Group every…
Clubs & Classes, November 2023
Doll Collector Club News
The Sun Lakes Doll Collector Club, now an independent club but formerly the Dolly Dressers of Sew-N-Sews, welcomes all doll enthusiasts. During this month of being “thankful,” the Doll Collector Group acknowledges and is thankful for the tremendous community support we have received during the past several months with regard to doll donations. We thank our…
Clubs & Classes, November 2023
Rotary
East Valley Rotary Clubs Join in an Adopt-A-Street Project Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Director Three Rotary clubs partnered and volunteered at an Adopt-A-Street cleanup project supported by the City of Tempe. Led by the Rotary Club of Camelback Crossroads (CXR) with the support of Rotary Club of Sun Lakes (RCSL) and Arizona State…
Generals, November 2023
Board Games, Card Games, Word Games
Do you enjoy playing a variety of games? We have separate tables for playing board games, card games, dice games, party games, and word games. We can teach you how to play, or you can teach us your games! We play games in Oakwood, Sun Lakes, but can schedule an event at your Sun Lakes…
Clubs & Classes, November 2023
Card Makers Welcome New Members
The Sun Lakes Card Makers welcome new members this month. We are a group of skilled greeting card makers who are always ready to welcome new card enthusiasts to our group. We meet on the third Wednesday afternoon of every month year round in the Arts & Crafts Room of Sun Lakes Phase 1 at…