Linda H. Cools How old is too old to be in public service? That question has recently been a current topic in the news. The national media chatter has become obsessed with the question of age versus mental fitness and the ability to serve. Or should the question be, do you have the mental fitness…
Category: November 2023
Religion, November 2023
Our Unpredictable World
Pastor Mitch McDonald I am writing this article for the November edition of the Splash on Saturday, Oct. 7. Like all across this nation, I awoke this morning to the news that Israel had been invaded by Hamas. My mind immediately went to Psalm 122:6-9, “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: ‘May those who love you…
Sports, November 2023
Cottonwood Tennis Club News
Jerry Higgins Cottonwood Tennis Club star Ron Ryer continued his winning ways in the San Diego Senior Tournament. Ron brought home the gold medal from the men’s doubles tournament and continued his collection of valuable metals by winning the silver medal in mixed doubles later that afternoon.
Generals, November 2023
Meet the Authors Event November 8
Sun Lakes Friends of the Library has lined up five authors for their free Nov. 8 event. All are Arizona based whose writings are a mix of genres, styles, plot periods, and locations. Come and welcome our guests Donis Casey, Laurie Fagen, Margaret Morse, Karen Odden, and Betty Webb. The program will begin at 11…
Features, November 2023
Neighbors Who Care Volunteer Rose Ann Dennette
Neighbors Who Care (NWC) volunteer Rose Ann Dennette, who originally hails from Massachusetts, started volunteering in 2016. She has been an integral part of our Transportation service program—in particular, taking clients to and from their dialysis appointments. When asked why she volunteers, she was quick to note, “It’s really important to give back,” adding, “When…
Generals, November 2023
Art at the Lakes 2024 Art Show Fundraiser—Calling All Artists
Diane Hitt The Art at the Lakes 15th Annual Art Show fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, with a rain date of Saturday, March 9, 2024. The show is open from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The show offers paintings in all mediums, pottery, gourds, jewelry, photography, woodworking, and much, much more.…
Religion, November 2023
In November, Let Us Embrace the Power of Christian Love
Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ As November draws near, we find ourselves on the cusp of a season filled with warmth, gratitude, and reflection. It is a time when the world transforms, adorned in a vibrant tapestry of autumn colors, inviting us to contemplate the beauty of change and the…
Generals, November 2023
Fall Migration Brings the Birds
Fall migration brings changes in what birds are visiting. In October, on a walk around a lake in Sun Lakes, we might see local birds like a snowy egret, a green heron, and a few mallards. But come November, there are large numbers of American wigeons returned from a 4,400-mile flight from Northern Canada. Then…
Generals, November 2023
Artistic Creations Fine Art Reception and Sale
Four local artists invite you to our Holiday Reception and Sale on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., in the Bradford Room at the Oakwood Country Club, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., in Sun Lakes. The artists are featured in several galleries in Scottsdale, Carefree, and the store at the Northwest Museum of…
November 2023, Front Page
SLCC Annual Veterans Day Commemoration
Sun Lakes Country Club thanks all local heroes for their sacrifice. The annual Veterans Day Commemoration will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. at the flag pavilion in the east parking lot of Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 S. Sun Lakes Blvd. There will be speeches from local veterans, presentation of Color…