Bill Gates What are America’s core values? What do we, as a society, believe should be guaranteed to every citizen? How well do we deliver on those beliefs? The Restless Minds discussion group will explore America’s values to identify how well our actions as a society reflect those values. The group will meet from 7:00-9:00…
If you see something, say (and do) something Eric Ehst There seem to be a lot of things to be terrified of these days. We’re constantly bombarded with warnings about terrorism, crime, disease and other catastrophes. We’re warned to stay alert and be ready to speed dial 9-1-1 at the slightest hint of danger. The…
Howard Arthur Barrett Howard Arthur Barrett passed away peacefully on March 1, 2017, after a brief illness. He is survived by his companion Jacqueline Hicks; his son HB Barrett of Stewart, Florida; daughter Nancy Freeman of Durham, North Carolina; and former wife Frances Barrett, also of Durham, North Carolina. Howard was born on October 16,…
Diane Eddy After America gained its independence from Britain, the young country set about establishing trade routes between San Francisco and Yokohama, Japan. Green teas and oolong teas quickly filled the general stores across the nation. Just as quickly, trade was established with China, resulting in considerable fortunes for John Jacob Astor and others. Furs…
Mark O’Neill The Sun Lakes Dance Party meets monthly from January through March on a Wednesday evening. The group dance lesson begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by open dance from 7:00-9:30 p.m. Dress is casual. The dances are open to all in the Sun Lakes community and others. Guests and newcomers are welcome. Admission for…
The bright smiles of about 7,500 schoolchildren who will receive new clothes this year motivated a group of women from Sun Lakes and the East Valley who put on a fashion show, luncheon and boutique March 25 to raise funds for the effort. Assistance League of East Valley provides new clothing, shoes and hygiene kits…