Looking for a friendly chess game? Or maybe just looking for help learning how to play? Serious players are welcome, too. We play chess on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Ceramics Room (A-8). There is no formal commitment. Come when you can and leave when you want. Feel free to…
Brian Curry A couple of weeks ago, The New York Times ran their annual “Best of” in the various categories of the arts. When I went to read television’s best of 2023, I realized that I was now officially an old curmudgeon. I knew none of the top 10 shows mentioned. Furthermore, not one of the shows…
Sign-ups have begun, and only two weeks in, there are over 90 participants ready to play! Mark your calendar for March 11 to March 14, find a partner, and go to our website www.ironoakspickleball.com and get signed up today! All the details are on the website. There will be three full days of tournament play,…
Kathleen Ismael Hugs and More Hugs “Gimme a hug” is often said To our little child— It makes all harm go away! Those tiny arms enfold you— Let’s forever keep it that way! Hugs and more hugs make this world go round. From a tiny tot to old man They will mend most anything. Give…
Jim Meagher Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, is one of the biggest (perhaps the biggest) days of the year for the sale of elegant chocolate candy, flowers, perfume, and greeting cards. They are a means for us to communicate our enduring love and affection for those who we are very close to in our lives. In the…
We all have experienced this, and too often it is on full display—frustration! You may play great during practice, but when it comes to team matches, your play may suffer. If you are an inconsistent player, this will equate to frustration for sure! Players may be upset with themselves, and it shows on the court…