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IOTC Members’ Teams Earn Spots at USTA Nationals

DD Kullman Three IronOaks Tennis Club (IOTC) members: Mark Sadosky, Marv Jensen, and Craig Twitchell, earned spots at USTA National Championships with their respective teams, representing three divisions and adding another chapter to IronOaks’ tradition of competitive tennis. Sadosky and The Fellowship, a Phoenix-based 55+ men’s 3.5 team, captured the USTA Southwest 55 and Over…

Sun Lakes Chorale—Holiday Concert

Yvonne Orlich Summer should be over, but you would not know that by the temps outside, but, hey, we’ll take it! Even with the high temps the Sun Lakes Chorale gathers every Monday at 1 o’clock and starts rehearsing holiday songs. It sometimes seems surreal to be singing Let It Snow when snow and ice…

Come Join Our Hiking Fun

Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club Looking for adventure beyond the borders of Sun Lakes and SunBird? Like the idea of hiking with others? Come join the Sun Lakes Hiking Club. We are a friendly, inclusive group that welcomes all able-bodied hiking enthusiasts! Our club’s goal is to make group hiking fun, challenging, social, and…

Fall Is Coming!

Blanca Sanchez What We’ve Been Sewing We had six members with machines humming away amongst the laughter and beautiful voices singing to ’50-’60-’70s music via a YouTube channel on the TV in the community sewing room. A total of five tops were completed along with three more to be completed at home. Quite the sewing…

Sun Lakes Arts and Crafts Association Holiday Show

Vicki Matunas You’re warmly invited to join us for the annual Sun Lakes Arts and Crafts Association Holiday Show! Come celebrate the holiday season, discover unique handmade treasures, and support the talented artists and crafters right here in our Sun Lakes community. Our local makers have been creating throughout the year, and we’re excited to…

Chordaires Sing Into the Season

Pat Woulf The Chordaires kicked off their 2026–27 season with their first practice on Sept. 24. Every Thursday afternoon from 1 to 4:30 p.m., current, new, and returning members gather to harmonize in the Mirror Room at Sun Lakes Country Club. We’re learning new techniques to enhance our vocal quality and overall performance. Led by…

“Tennessee Wet Rub” Promises to Satisfy

Sun Lakes Community Theatre’s upcoming fall production, Tennessee Wet Rub, by Kim E. Ruyle, takes place in the rustic, out-of-the-way Bertha’s BBQ restaurant in northern Tennessee, run by an older white couple. It’s January 1951, and while the worst snowstorm in the state’s history rages outside, Bertha frets about dark times ahead while Hank busies…

Sisk Park Bocce Ball Celebrates 30!

Kathy Hoff Our Bocce Ball Club at Sisk Park is celebrating our 30th Anniversary this season! Have you ever wondered how to play Bocce Ball! Come join us for a fun and informative Bocce Call Tutorial on Oct. 16 at 6:30 pm. This informational meeting is open to all Sun Lakes residents. You do not…

Save the Date: Sun Lakes Neighborhood Block Party

Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods Save the date of Oct. 24! Sun Lakes is gearing up for its very first Neighborhood Block Party Day, and residents across the community are encouraged to host and take part in this exciting celebration of connection, safety, and neighborly spirit. The event, held in partnership with Sun Lakes Neighborhood…

The Treasure Flower, Gazania

Dannette Hunnel This very pretty “eye-candy” is a top pick for those that are water-wise during this (still) hot month of October. As a drought-resistant plant the Gazania is resilient and will add life and color to any little plot in your yard. It’s hardy and makes a nice conversation piece because of its beauty.…