Crystal Cards receives donated greeting cards, and volunteers make them into beautiful new cards, which we sell for $1 at regular sales in the Sun Lakes communities. Where do we get these used cards? It’s surprising how often we empty the donation bins in the community (Sun Lakes Country Club lobby, Cottonwood Library, Palo Verde…
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Front Page, September 2023
Sunday Dance Venue—Season Opener
John Yu Sunday, Sept. 24, will be the beginning of our 35th season as Sun Lakes’ longest-running Sunday Dance Venue. Our performing band will be The Breeze Trio who will delight every type of dancer, couples, singles, and non-dancers who enjoy pop music from all generations. The music and dances span the decades from swings…
Front Page, September 2023
Giving to Those Who Need Our Help
Beth Smith The members of Sun Lakes United Church of Christ have made it their mission to help those in our community and the greater Phoenix area who are in need. Over the years, the church has helped support many different agencies but really tries to focus on some agencies that are right in their…
Front Page, September 2023
Fun Lakers—Let’s Get This Party Started!
Joyce Selk Ready to have some fun with the hottest social club in Sun Lakes? The board of the Fun Lakers has been busy planning lots of activities for the 2023-24 season, so if you would like to meet your neighbors and make new friends, get ready to fill your calendar with these events already…
Front Page, September 2023
Fall for the ImproVables
On Sept. 30 in the Arizona Room of Sun Lakes Country Club, Sun Lakes Community Theatre’s (SLCT) zaniest group of performers, The ImproVables, will take audience members on another fun-filled journey of hilarity and hijinks. Tickets go on sale Sept. 5 through Sept. 27 at Sun Lakes Country Club Administrative Services and online at www.ticketsource.us/slhoa1. The…
Front Page, September 2023
It’s Fun to Get Fit!
Julie Bauman invites you to come to her classes at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center for summer hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. For the past 15 years, Julie has been teaching Group Fitness in the Chandler, Sun Lakes, and South Gilbert area. She currently has punch cards available, or…
Front Page, August 2023
Rock Club Member Spotlight: William Elmer Ranney
This month’s Member Spotlight is on William Elmer Ranney, whom we call “Bill” and who turned 90 this year. Bill wasn’t very busy until he and wife Cathy started selling all the jewelry, earrings, pendants, and necklaces that he makes in the Sun Lakes Rock, Gem & Silver Club. It all started back in Bloomington,…
Front Page, August 2023
Faith, Hope, and Love—Women’s Bible Study in Sun Lakes
What is something you want more of? Time? Money? Dessert? Many things in our life that are considered “good” we tend to want more of. You may have seen a wall hanging with the words “Faith, Hope, and Love” on it. Perhaps it’s written in beautiful lettering or has an inspiring picture in the background.…
Front Page, August 2023
Not Into Golf or Pickleball? Give New Adventures in Learning a Try!
New Adventures in Learning (aka NAIL) is an independent, self-governing, learning organization. Our mission is to provide a variety of interesting and educational opportunities at a reasonable cost to adults in the Southeast Valley. We operate in conjunction with the Maricopa County Community College District, and classes are held at the Chandler-Gilbert Community College campus…
Front Page, August 2023
Time to Register for Bocce!
John Terranova, President We hope the summer is treating everyone well, wherever you may be spending it, and you are managing to stay cool. But, most of all, you have remained safe and healthy! Registration for the 2023-24 season will begin on Sept. 1 online at our club’s website, www.sunlakesbocceclub.com. Those interested can complete a…