Word of the Month

Bowdlerization David Zapatka Reading one of my favorite magazines recently, I came across an article titled “The Real Frankenstein and Its Author” by John Lauritsen. 2018 was the bicentennial of Frankenstein, the most famous work of English Romanticism. It was published anonymously on January 1, 1818. To commemorate the anniversary of its first publication, events…

Sew-n-Sews members’ update

It’s time for the Sew-N-Sews members to enjoy their Spring Luncheon, which will be held on Wednesday, April 10, at noon in the Navajo Room of Sun Lakes Country Club (Phase 1). We will have a short meeting and then enjoy the lunch and lots of fellowship. We’ll also have a stash table and Show…

Getting outside is a prescription for better health

Sue Schwartz Due to some recently-planned and/or pending HOA construction projects around the five lakes, we’ve moved our walks to the Palo Verde tennis pavilion. This will take place starting April 13. The time remains the same with the Doc Walk starting at 9:00 a.m. followed by an optional brunch on the PV Patio. This…

Opportunity Quilt raffle gets underway

The Desert Threads quilt chapter of the Arizona Quilters Guild is very excited to reveal its beautiful Opportunity Quilt for 2019-2020. This fabulous quilt can be yours by participating in our quilt raffle: Tickets are $1.00 each or six for $5.00 from any active DT member. This quilt debuted at the AQG quilt show in…

Card making class

Join us on the second Saturday of every month to make two greeting cards with an Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator. Class fee is $5 and includes everything you need! Doors open at 9:20 a.m. We have two classes: The first begins at 9:30 a.m. and the second begins at 11:00 a.m. Space is limited to…