Education Is Topic for Restless Minds

Bill Gates It’s no secret the demands and pressures on public schools have changed considerably in recent decades. The Restless Minds discussion group will explore these changes in education when the group meets at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, in the Sewing Room of Oakwood’s Arts & Crafts Center. Discussion leaders Dar and John Brasch,…

February Friendship Card Class

Sandy Johnson No experience—no problem. Come join us when we meet Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m. to make two cards. Qualified instructors will show you how. The cost is $10. For further information and to reserve your spot, contact Sandy at azjewels@usfamily.net or 480-802-0723 no later than Feb. 12, as seating is limited. See…

Hiking Club January Highlights and February Events

Warren Wasescha Sixteen club members kicked off the new year by hiking to “Resolution Rock” at South Mountain to “fly” their resolutions through a special “rock portal” into the new year, followed by a “toast” at the trailhead afterwards. Word has it everyone is keeping their resolutions so far! In January, the Mellows enjoyed hikes…

Matthew’s Crossing Provides Backpacks for Children

Ellen Engel In Arizona, one in four children, one in five adults, and one in seven seniors do not have enough to eat. Matthew’s Crossing has many different programs to help these people. Many of these people are homeless. One program provides 1,500 backpacks every Friday of the school year containing enough food for two days,…