The Sun Lakes Tennis Club is back and happy to be in the sun. We did a Welcome Back tournament in November and a Holiday tournament on Dec. 11. It was great fun to see everyone back without COVID-19. President Ed Campion hosted a great party at his home in November. We will start playing…
Helen Daley The Wildcat Jazz Band has progressed from a band of six world-class musicians to a full, seven-piece traditional jazz band. There has been a little shakeup in the band. Drummer/pianist/vocalist Ray Templin had to drop out for a while due to health reasons. As luck would have it, drummer, composer, and bandleader Arthur…
Come one, come all to the Wednesday evening club for singles. We meet every week at 5 p.m. at the Palo Verde dining room, for a sumptuous dinner and wonderful conversation with others in the same place in their lives. If Wednesday isn’t good for you, we also have a table for singles on Friday…
Carole Rockland Several local tennis players were recently rewarded for their efforts in regional and national competition. Barb Jorgensen, a member of both IronOaks Tennis Club and Cottonwood Tennis Club, competed at the USTA Southwest Scottsdale Adult Tournament. Barb faced intense competition from younger players, but emerged as the Women’s 55 Singles Champion and earned second…
Paul Nichol Curious about pickleball? Here is your opportunity to find out what all the fun is about. Join us on Jan. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Cottonwood pickleball courts. The Sun Lakes Pickleball Club-Cottonwood will conduct an introductory clinic for residents of Cottonwood and Palo Verde. Paddles and balls will be…
Free Community Education Continues Neighbors Who Care hosted 80-plus guests for a powerful aging conference and a sold-out holiday concert with Chandler Symphony Orchestra at Risen Savior Lutheran Church’s new worship center. Aging Made Easier© welcomed guests for vital information on “10 Things Nobody Tells You When You Age,” offered by Elaine Poker-Yount, Visiting Angels,…