Word of the Month: Pizookie

David Zapatka Reader Kim Park wrote, “Recently at the Chop, Block and Brew restaurant, my server offered a pizookie for dessert. This word is a portmanteau, the very word you wrote about in the April issue. It is ‘pizza’ and ‘cookie’ put together to form one word, pizookie. I learned it originated at BJ’s Chicago…

We Are the Fourth of July

Ela Cabral We honor a declaration born of bravery, daring, and bright Signatures on parchment paper birthing a beautiful foresight Words penned by fifty-six hands into a courageous cry Uniting a call to action by young and old, ready to die This legacy of freedom, a voice that has created a mighty roar Moral choices…

Planting Tips for the Crazy July Heat

Remember monsoon season is on its way and many of our desert plants love the added humidity; but it will get windy, and can deplete the soil in flower beds. A good thing to do in July is add iron to your soil and if you can stand it, this is a good time to…

60th Wedding Anniversary

Dr. James Scott and Karis Scott had their 60th wedding anniversary on June 25, 2026. To celebrate, four of their children and spouses plus five grandchildren had a wonderful trip on an Alaskan cruise in early June. Karis and Jim have lived happily in Sun Lakes for 14 years.

Sun Lakes Community Theatre – July 2026

Murder Mystery Company’s Performance Well Received Residents at Robson Reserve recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Murder Mystery Company’s performance of Death of a Gangster, the same show being sponsored by Sun Lakes Community Theatre in July at San Tan Ballroom. Audience members loved the show and, according to sources, really “got into the…