David Zapatka While at dinner with friends following a sectional bridge tournament in Fountain Hills, a friend, Susan, described herself as a parsimonious person despite the new $2,000 purse she was showing us. Parsimonious—par·si·mo·ni·ous adjective 1. exhibiting or marked by parsimony; frugal to the point of stinginess 2. sparing, restrained Parsimony—par·si·mo·ny noun 1a. the quality…
Shannon Lanning Our March 5 meeting was a remarkably busy one with a speaker, an anniversary celebration, a business meeting, an abundance of Show and Tell, and plenty of camaraderie. First up was our speaker Madonna Baker, owner of Mad B’s Quilt and Sew in Mesa (an authorized BERNINA dealer). The shop offers longarm quilting,…
Jeanette Rajamaki Join us for a special presentation by Princess Cruises on the launch of their new ship. Our Arizona director of sales will also discuss the benefits of the new Sanctuary Stateroom category now offered on the new ships. No dues, just lots of information, travel, and tips. The meeting is on Wednesday, April…
Maria Davis I have been a Sjögren’s (SHOW-grins) patient since 2004. I am particularly excited about this year’s event, since people can participate from the comfort of their own home. You can join in an educational Zoom meeting and/or go out and walk right in your own neighborhood (details below). What is Sjogren’s? Sjögren’s is…
Bruce McCorkle Rich Staszewski has graciously agreed to assume the role of IMGA publicity chair. Rich grew up in the thriving metropolis of Maynard, Mass., which is 24 miles west of Boston. After a college baseball career as a pitcher, he climbed the corporate ladder, ultimately becoming VP of Sales for an electronics company. Living…
Julie Bauman invites you to come to her classes at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 and 9 a.m. For the past 15 years, Julie has been teaching Group Fitness in the Chandler, Sun Lakes, and South Gilbert area. She currently has punch cards available 10 for $40…