New Horizons Writers’ Group

Cooling off Bob Hirt Our society is moving at such a fast pace it’s sometimes difficult to keep abreast of the newest things, such as Pokemon and fantasy football, among others. Some children are now learning to swim by age three, sometimes earlier. That, of course, is a wonderful safety measure for all families, despite…

Veterans’ Voice

Art Sloane Personnel who were discharged under the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell old reason should act as soon as they can to upgrade their discharge. The Vietnam Traveling Wall will be open 24 hours a day from November 3-6 at Gateway Park, El Mirage. A Salute to Veterans will be held Saturday, November 6 from…

Christmas Open House Tour

With the winter visitors coming back into Sun Lakes, it also reminds us of Arizona Big Train Operators’ annual Christmas Open Houses. As Rich Hull strolls along his Rooster Creek Railroad, many memories surely come into his head. Rich has been a very active member of the COH’s for about 15 years. This year’s opening…

Shalom Hadassah

Doris Codkind, Publicity Fall has arrived and with it we held our annual barbecue at the Halley Pool. A great day was had with terrific food and great friends. Our next event is the ever popular Fun Fundraiser at the Phoenix Art Museum. Join us on Thursday, November 17 for a docent led tour at…

Caregiving at the holidays program at SLUMC

Finding joy and meaning while caring for an individual with dementia is difficult, especially during the holiday season. Learn tips and tools from DementiaWise and the Alzheimer’s Association at a free workshop on November 3 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church. Facilitator Mark Young, MPA, has worked with the Alzheimer’s Association for…

In Passing

William G. “Bill” Johnson William G “Bill” Johnson, 84 of Waterloo, Iowa died at his home Friday, October 7, 2016 of natural causes. He was born February 5, 1932 in Springville, Iowa, son of William C. and Mary V. Ralston Johnson and graduated in 1950 from McKinley High School, Cedar Rapids. He served in the…