Would you like to speak Italian and meet others who enjoy speaking it? Whether you are a native speaker or someone who wants to brush up on your Italian, come join us for friendly conversation. We meet every Tuesday afternoon from 4 to 5:30 p.m. (October through May) at the Cottonwood Country Club Computer Learning…
Category: November 2025
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
AAUW to Host Chandler-Gilbert Community College Speaker
Mary Kenny The AAUW (American Association of University Women) Southeast Valley Branch (SEV) will host Paul Sanders from Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC), Senior Development Office/Institutional Advancement, as its speaker during its Nov. 17 general meeting. The monthly meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Bradford Room of the Oakwood clubhouse, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd. in…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Fly Fishing Club
George Abernathy The Sun Lakes Fly Fishing Club (SLFFC) has held a fly fishing competition for the largest trout caught at our annual San Juan River trip for over 10 years. With 14 club participants and friends, a large number of trout were caught during the event from Sept. 22 through Sept. 25. This year,…
Clubs & Classes, November 2025
Greek Activities
Karen Vollis Yassou! I’m hoping to meet other people (of any heritage) who enjoy Greek food, music, dancing, and comedy. We’ve had a good response, and our small group is growing! If you are interested in attending some of these activities, then please contact me at Karen.science23@gmail.com.
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Desert Artists Club Highlights
Sue Sindelar Welcome November and all our friends who are returning to enjoy the beautiful weather here in the Valley. Besides the weather’s draw (no pun intended), artists in our community of Sun Lakes come together to share their enthusiasm and love of art with friends they have made over the years. It is that…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Metal Clay: Easy and Creative Jewelry Making
Sarah Marks Sun Lakes Rock Gem Silver Club President Darrell Dick is passionate about sharing his knowledge of metal clay—a medium that makes jewelry crafting accessible and fun for everyone. Originally from Colorado, Darrell never imagined himself as an artist. “I was new to the community, still working, and looking for an outlet where I…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Samba Canasta in Cottonwood
Peggy Martin Samba Canasta is now being played every Friday afternoon at noon and every Monday evening at 6 p.m. in the former Paint Room at the Cottonwood clubhouse, Room A-7. Those who enjoy Ponytail Canasta are also welcome to play on Monday evenings. Friday afternoons will be limited to Samba Canasta only. Both canasta…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Roadrunners RV Club Season Kicked Off
Our first meeting of the season, held on Oct. 9, was well attended. Club members unanimously voted to have the club become a chapter of FRVA (Family RV Association). While maintaining the autonomy of a stand-alone Sun Lakes club, we gain valuable chapter benefits, including liability insurance, medical/travel assistance, and opportunities to attend nationwide FRVA…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Savvy Travelers Club to Meet November 12
Join us for a Cruise Night with Holland America. We will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Saguaro Room at Cottonwood Country Club. Nicole Hunter will be presenting the latest changes for us. Here are some features: • Including pickleball courts on most ships—lessons being offered • Live classical string performances on every cruise •…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Retired Air Force, JetBlue Pilot to Brief Aero Club Gathering
Gary Vacin A retired U.S. Air Force officer who logged hundreds of hours flying C-130 aircraft and later flew for several airlines will be the guest speaker at the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on Monday, Nov. 17, at the Cottonwood Country Club Lecture Room. Festivities start with camaraderie at 6:30 p.m. followed by the…