Think Sisk Park Bocce and Grappa

Gary Vacin Hey, Sisk Park bocce ball players, now that it’s September, cooler weather is on the way. So, it’s time to start thinking about the club’s 2019-2020 tournament season. It doesn’t start until November 3, so you have plenty of time to plan to register. In the meantime, my thoughts go back to Irene…

In Passing

Kay Blas Kay Blas passed away July 28 in McCall, ID, surrounded by family. She was born in Howell, MI, on March 13, 1941, and grew up in Milwaukee, WI. She attended Marquette Dental Hygiene school and became a dental hygienist. At 16, Kay met Lou Blas. In 1962 she married Lou in Milwaukee. They…

DAR takes top awards in arts

Joan Johnson with winning painting

Toni Bolling Lutter Marjorie Nelson, Regent, Gila Butte Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), has announced that Joan Johnson took first place in DAR’s national American Heritage contest for her multi-media painting Aunt Helen. Johnson is a three-time national winner of the contest. Additionally, Laker Mary Knape took national second place for a pastel of…

A natural approach to the golden years

JoAnne Gaudioso Utilizing pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils and their accompanying daily supplements is beneficial at any age, but should definitely be considered for our senior generation throughout their golden years. It is never too late to start taking a natural approach to taking care of yourself. Essential oils can be included as part of a…

Unit Happenings

Unit 38 The Unit 38 September luncheon will be on Tuesday, September 10, at 11:30 a.m. at Keegan’s Restaurant, 1095 W. Queen Creek Road, Chandler. Separate checks and order off the menu. RSVP by September 5 to Jeri Regan at 913-526-8150 or Penny Heredia at 928-302-0582. Villas 37 The following are reminders of upcoming events…

Core Photography leads summer league

First baseman Dean Messier awaits a throw while first base coach “Hoot” Gibson looks on. (Photo by Core Photography)

Larry Wolfe At press time, the Core Photography squad had “flashed” to a three-game lead over the second-place Brenden Financial Planning team in the Senior Softball Summer League. A month ago, those two teams were tied atop the standings with identical 9-5 records, but the Photographers, managed by Rick Oien, had won eight of their…