Cheers Singles Group

Cathy Merritt Cheers is a social club open to members from Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Our current 172 members invite you to become a part of the Cheers family, whether you are a year-round or a seasonal resident. The club offers many activities and programs, including social time, wine tasting, dining out,…

Ironwood Lady Niners: End of Season Awards

Bonnie Hoewing The Ironwood Lady Niners (IWLN) are nearing the end of their spring season, with many of our members returning to summer homes. We had our Flamingo Fairway Classic Luncheon and Awards on April 9 at Oakwood Poolside. The 2026 State Medallion qualifying rounds were played this past January and February at Ironwood. Two…

Rotary Club – May 2025

Rotary Club of Sun Lakes Thanks Its Golf Tournament Sponsors Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Director Rotary Club of Sun Lakes (RCSL) held its 31st Annual Golf Tournament at Sun Lakes Oakwood Country Club. More than 130 golfers competed for the annual men’s and women’s flight trophies. At the event, RCSL President Peter Meade…

Why Was Jesus Seen as a Threat?

Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ April is a month of contrasts. For many, it reflects Easter, Passover, and, in some years, Ramadan while also welcoming the full bloom of spring. It’s a time when the earth shakes off winter’s gray and leans toward something new—growth, change, even disruption. That…

Club Volunteers Make the Difference

Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club Our annual spring Special Hike this year took place in Lake Havasu, Ariz., and it was a great time for all who participated. Had Ron Deraas and Joan Carlisle not volunteered to plan and make the arrangements for this hike, we would not have had the memorable experience we…