Volunteers Make It All Happen

Crystal Cards (CC) volunteers get the jobs done. Some pick up the donated greeting cards at the drop bins. Others cut up the cards, preparing them for transformation. Some cut trim paper and cardstock. Then folding cardstock and inserts gets done by others. Of course, we have to tape and glue, find envelopes to fit,…

The Art and History of Lost Wax Casting in Jewelry Making

Sarah Marks Lost wax casting is a time-honored technique in jewelry making that allows artisans to create intricate designs from their own imagination. This innovative process not only gives birth to stunning pieces of jewelry but also connects contemporary artisans with a rich, historical tradition dating back 6,000 years to ancient Egypt. This essay explores…

Board Games, Card Games, Word Games

Karen Vollis Do you enjoy playing a variety of games? We have separate tables for playing board games, card games, dice games, party games, or word games. We can teach you how to play, or you can teach us your games! We play games in Oakwood, Sun Lakes, but can schedule an event at your…

Sun Lakes Lady Putters

Susan Gottschalk Chairmen have been assigned, and scheduling events has begun for our spring luncheon. The event will be held at the Cottonwood ballroom on April 4. The Holiday and the Spring luncheons are favorites of our Lady Putters members, including lunch, raffle prizes, table games, and special recognition of program participants. Lady Putters are…

Chandler Repair Café

Join us on Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to noon at 301 N. Hartford Road in Chandler for this free event. We are trying to keep things out of the landfill. Repairing things is good for the environment! Do you have a lamp that needs repair? A shirt that needs a button? Furniture repaired?…