Valley Bloom Fashion Show March 28

Sarah Auffret Children who are without a stable place to live are the special focus of a fundraising event by Valley Bloom, according to Kitty Larson of Sun Lakes. An alarming number of children in Chandler don’t know where they will sleep at night, whether in a motel or on a friend’s couch. “Through no…

Lady Sluggers’ Season Is Underway

Larry Wolfe The Lady Sluggers, sponsored by Serene Solutions, opened their 2026 season by sweeping a doubleheader versus the Roadhaven Rebels. Their second twin bill against the Sunland Village East Panthers was rained out. So, at press time, the Sluggers were undefeated! Their remaining home schedule is shown below: Monday, Feb. 9 vs. the Sunland…

IronOaks Tennis Club Celebrates Successful Year

D.D. Kullman The IronOaks Tennis Club (IOTC) wrapped up a dynamic and successful year with its annual Year-End Bash held Saturday evening, Dec. 27, at 5 p.m. on the patio of the Stone & Barrel restaurant. Approximately 70 members and their guests gathered for an evening of celebration, connection, and reflection. Attendees enjoyed hors d’oeuvres…

What Makes LAFF So Unique?

Carol Horowitz Do you remember the song “Getting to know you … getting to know all about you” from the musical South Pacific? This is the premise for LAFF (Laughter and Friendship Forever)! In an effort to promote unity and inclusiveness here within our own communities of Sun Lakes and surrounding neighborhoods, the concept for…

Hiking Fitness

Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club Feeling good about your hiking fitness? If you hike weekly with the club, the answer may be a simple “yes.” Or maybe not, depending upon how you feel on the day of a hike. I had one of those days recently. I signed up for a bit more aggressive…