Abraham Lincoln embodies much of what we feel about our country. He was a man of wit and wisdom – not to mention a sense of humor! A memory of him: while walking along a dusty road in Illinois, he was overtaken by a stranger driving to town. Lincoln asked him, “Will you have the…
The Sun Lakes Dance Party, sponsored by the Fun Lakers Club, is held in the Cottonwood San Tan Ballroom, always on a Thursday. The schedule for 2019 is as follows: February 21, March 21 and April 11. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dance lesson begins at 6:30 p.m. and open dance is from 7:00…
Gary Vacin Why the Japanese decided to attack Pearl Harbor was the topic of a presentation to the Sun Lakes Aero Club gathering on December 17 at the Sun Lakes Country Club. Approximately 80 club members and guests attended. Speaker Tony Contrabasso started with events occurring in 1885 and other events related to Japan’s…
Jo Anne Gaudioso Let’s begin by reviewing just what is an essential oil. Essential Oils are natural aromatic compounds found in seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers and other parts of plants. Essential Oils have been used throughout history in many cultures for their health-promoting properties. Modern trends toward more holistic approaches to self-care and…
Elaine Kraemer, CWPV Foundation President The CWPV Foundation finished 2018 with a flourish at the Third Annual Eat, Drink and Be Merry Dinner and Charity Raffle! The San Tan Ballroom was beautifully decorated and full of holiday lights. The food was delicious and ample. After the raffle, the Riff Raff Band provided music for the…
It is time for our annual Valentine’s Dinner Dance on Sunday, February 17. Come and enjoy a romantic evening of dining and dancing with your partner and listen to some of the best “big band” dance music. Just like last February, this special dance is open to everyone, and not just members. However, to ensure…