Savvy Travelers summer news

Savvy Travelers in Botswana in April with guides

Our last meeting of the season until October was on May 11 with Van Newville, guest speaker. Van teaches at NAIL and knows this state inside and out. His topic was “Arizona Indian Adventures: Navajo and Hopi Highlights.” We are considering having Van host a three-day tour for the Savvy Travelers in the late Spring…

Mixed reviews

Dr. Marc Drake, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes A few years ago, it was my wonderful privilege to visit Mars Hill in Athens, Greece, where the apostle Paul had preached on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us in Acts 17 that there were actually three different responses to his message.…

Oil painting class for beginners

It’s something you’ve always wanted to try but didn’t have the time. Now you have the time, and here’s your chance! Many of Bob’s students are now turning out beautiful paintings and really enjoying their new-found skills. Classes are held on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Art Room in Oakwood. For…

June at the Ed Robson Library

Mark your calendars for our special events in June! Also, our Summer Reading Program is up and running, from June 1 to August 1. It’s for all ages, preschoolers to adults. Sign up today for fun online challenges and be eligible for prize drawings. Upon completion, you’ll earn a free book! Thursday, June 1, at…

Employee Appreciation Picnic held at Sisk Park

11th annual Appreciation Picnic for the golf and common area workers

The 11th annual Appreciation Picnic for the golf and common area workers was, once again, a huge success thanks to generous contributions from many in our Sun Lakes communities. The picnic is held each year at Sisk Park to show our gratitude to the crews who constantly groom and repair the golf courses and common…

Sun Lakes Community Church news

Rev. Jerry McGhee, Pastor, Sun Lakes Community Church

Rev. Jerry McGhee, Pastor, Sun Lakes Community Church In my lifetime, I have experienced fear — real fear — on several occasions. Many years ago, I was hunting with my father and uncle in the shadow of Mt. St. Helen in Washington State and I got lost. I had a compass, but for reasons that…