Congratulations to Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank—Tee Off for a Cause

In times of hardship, local organizations often rise to the occasion by weaving a safety net for those most affected. Through thoughtful partnerships and grassroots efforts, communities are able to provide vital assistance, bridging the gap for families and individuals facing challenging circumstances. Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank (MCFB), located in North Chandler, is a perfect…

A Bad Rap

D. Williams I have been saying this for years! Dr. Karen Becker recently published an article, “The 21 Longest-Living Dog Breeds,” www.barkandwhiskers.com/longest-living-dog-breeds, which is very interesting. She and Rodney Habib wrote The Forever Dog and The Forever Dog Life, which have been selling out in many languages. We all want to know how to keep…

Holiday Music Time Approaches

Yvonne Orlich It’s still hot, but we keep waiting for cooler days. It seems like we just took off for our summer break, yet here we are getting ready to start practicing holiday songs in a matter of weeks. Maybe the holiday music will put us in a cooler frame of mind. September is just…

Spread the Joy!

Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Valentine’s Day—the list goes on! There are so many reasons to send a card to bring a smile to someone’s face, not just birthdays and anniversaries. Crystal Cards (CC) has a fantastic supply of cards for all occasions, and now would be a good time to stock up. Whenever you stop…

Finding Comfort Among Friends

Linda Ryan Friendship and a sense of belonging somewhere in the world is one of the most important factors for people at any time, but especially during stressful times. Many people are experiencing stress right now, whether political, financial, or fear of what the future holds in store. Unlike the stressful days of COVID-19, we…