Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. We are taught that in the beginning, there was light. December helps us reenact that very moment in time when creation occurred and light was brought into our lives. This very act gave us an awareness that not only illuminated the path of life’s journey, but also enabled us to understand…
December 2021
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Sun Lakes Community Theatre Encourages Future Performers
Kate King-Turner Think that Sun Lakes Community Theatre only puts on plays, conducts Children Theater shows, Workshops, Flash Mob dances, and zany Improv performances? Nope, the organization is about a lot more than that. One of the lesser-known activities of the SLCT is its monetary support of local high schools. At a recent meeting of…
December 2021
Sun Lakes Knights Help St. Peter’s Mission Families with Thanksgiving Gift Cards
Maynard Iverson, PR Chair In early November, Council 9678 provided grocery gift cards for St. Peter’s Indian Mission so that two dozen families could have a bountiful Thanksgiving! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mission School has been shut down since March of 2021, which has seriously affected not only student learning, but also the…
Features, December 2021
So Many Books, So Little Time: Have You Seen Luis Velez?
‘Tis the season … for kindness, compassion, and good will. If you have time to read during busy December, this book is the perfect example of what the holiday season is about. Sixteen-year-old Raymond Jaffe feels like he doesn’t belong. At his mother’s apartment, he’s just an extra child his step-father endures and his half-sisters…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Scandinavian Club Features the Keyboard Connection
Maynard Iverson, Historian Scandinavian Club SEV members are due for a special treat at the Dec. 19 meeting to be held in the Arizona Room at Sun Lakes Country Club (Phase 1). The Keyboard Connection will provide Christmas music for the pleasure of attendees. This talented group of local ladies has performed for numerous organizations…
Generals, December 2021
SLWA Donates to The Crystal Card Project
Bobbie Reed The Sun Lakes Women’s Association (SLWA), a social and philanthropic organization serving the greater Sun Lakes community, presented a check for $1000 to The Crystal Card Project. The money will be used to buy supplies and materials to make the Crystal Cards. Donations like these allow The Crystal Card Project to meet its…
Sports, December 2021
Softball Player Profile: Jon Hendrikse
Larry Wolfe Jon Hendrikse hails from Badger Country. A native of Madison, Wisc., Jon graduated from nearby Monona Grove High School where he played “some football,” but spent most of his time on the baseball diamond. He played four years for the Silver Eagles while also playing American Legion ball in the summers. Normally playing…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Computer Booters News
Helen Seaton, Publicity Director The Computer Booters Club will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 1. Our speaker Judy Taylour will show us how we can Declutter Our Digital Life. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m., and members can attend the talk from home or wherever they choose via Zoom. Declutter Your Digital Life: You spend…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Sun Lakes Writers’ Group
The Special Christmas Bows Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt When I lived in Northern Virginia and was driving around the shopping area one morning, I noticed a new craft store had just opened in our vicinity. Just what I needed to create some fine and interesting crafts. Bow Making, floral and wreath design, centerpieces for tables, decorating homes for…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Chess Club Saturdays—Join Us
Come to the Chess Club. We meet in Cottonwood every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the Ceramics Room (A-8). All are welcome. If you have any questions, call Arthur Fink at 480-883-9402.