What will you remember?

Dr. Marc Drake, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes Psalm 77:11 says, “I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old.” In the midst of a crisis or time of uncertainty, it’s easy to forget the past provisions and protection of God. Worry crowds out trust and…

Softball Player Profile: Dennis McCarthy

Larry Wolfe The “perfect man”? Well, Debra McCarthy thinks so and, in fact, Dennis McCarthy can legitimately stake a claim to that title. He’s the only person I’ve ever known who has pitched a perfect game in baseball and bowled four perfect games! Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and raised in Stoneham, northeast of Boston, Dennis…

What in the world is Hatha Yoga?

Noell Hyman Have you heard about the new group of yoga teachers who want to bring spinal and joint health, strength and balance and increased peace of mind to seniors living around Sun Lakes? I’m one of them (my name is Noell). We’ve added multiple yoga classes every day of the week; Hatha Yoga, Chair…

Game Day at SLUMC

Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is hosting a “Game Day” event on August 24 at 10:00 a.m. in Lindsay Hall. Bring a friend and play Bingo, Mexican Train and cards. Prizes will be awarded to Bingo winners with light refreshments available. The event is free and open to the community with a courtesy RSVP to…

Summer Softball update

Steve “Why Run When You Can Walk” Kay, our leader in unintentional walks for the 2016-17 seasons (Photo by Core Photography)

Larry Wolfe For the first time ever, the Sun Lakes Senior Softball Association has implemented a “short season” summer league on an experimental basis. It seems that the non-snowbirds need a little competitive action to get them through the long, hot summer. We always have had a recreational program during the summer months consisting of…

What is the right size?

Sue Schwartz Why would we build a modern Health and Wellness Center when we have so many facilities in the surrounding area? Do your own due diligence and drop into the Villages on Alma School (aka the “Taj Mahal”) or Life Fitness (aka “Big Box”) on Arizona Avenue. Check out their clientele. I bet you…