February happenings at the Ed Robson Branch Library

Please join us in February for the following programs at the Ed Robson Library: Wednesday, February 1, at 10:30 a.m. Early Women on the Arizona Frontier* In “This Land is Your Land: Early Women on the Arizona Frontier,” award-winning author and lecturer Jan Cleere touches on the lives of five Arizona women who experienced arduous…

Restless Minds ask: Is there a war on science?

Bill Gates In a study released two years ago, the respected, non-partisan Pew Research Institute found significant differences between the public and scientists on a wide range of science-related topics. The study also found that skepticism cuts across political lines and seems to be growing. The Restless Minds discussion group will explore the uneasy relationship…

Time for Metal Lokators to practice for BIG hunt

Virginia Koehler February 13 is the date of the Metal Lokators’ mini hunt. Our monthly meeting will be held at Arrowhead Park where members will tune up their metal detectors in preparation for our “Big Hunt” in March. The Metal Lokators have enjoyed pleasant weather to search several parks. It’s an enjoyable way to get…

Certificate awarded

A Certificate of Appreciation was given to Robyn Bydaler, Voice Music Director at Basha High School, by Commander Jay Sanderson of the Korean War Veterans Association at the annual Christmas celebration at the Sun Lakes Country Club on December 20, 2016.

MOGA update

Bob Greene First and foremost, the Dominic Vega family and the MOGA Officers want to express their sincere appreciation for the donated funds by the MOGA players to the funeral expenses for Dominic’s son. Thank you all! The officers and Committee Chairman for 2017 are Jim Hooyman, treasurer; Craig Annis, vice president; Rich Castro, Membership;…

Staying safe on the hiking trail

Sun Lakes Hiking Club members stay hydrated on the Alta Trail at South Mountain.

Judith Kuse Although hydration is important anytime you hike, it is of paramount importance when you are hiking in the desert. If you are hydrated, you will stay cooler, have greater endurance and burn more calories. If you become dehydrated, your body functions more slowly and your energy is depleted. Thirst signals that dehydration has…