December Is a Time of Faith

Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. If it is December, it must be the time of Hanukkah and Christmas. Each year interfaith couples agonize whether the celebrations of these holidays are religious adventures or commercial enterprises. There is a tugging at the heartstrings, because respect for one another’s faith is the foundation of the commitment made as…

Oakwood Dance Classes

Latin Rumba classes are being held on Monday, Dec. 4 and 11, from 5:15 to 6 p.m. for $15 per person. Line Dance classes are being held on Wednesday, Dec. 6 and 13, from 1:30 to 2:25 p.m. for $15 per person. Call Edie Gilbertsen at 480-831-1064 to register. Note: Only six couples per group…

The ImproVables Out and About Again

Recently, the ImproVables were asked to conduct a workshop for another senior community’s volunteer theatre group—The Provincials of Maricopa. Their president Marilyn Larrain said, “We had a great time! The ImproVables have given us a lot to think about and to plan for.” Phyllis Novy, director of The ImproVables, enjoyed the interaction of the two groups…

Tuesday Nights Together in December

Cathy Smoot Sun Lakes United Methodist Church (SLUMC) at 9248 E. Riggs Road hosts Tuesday Nights Together (TNT), a series of free programs, every month! Topics vary from lively and entertaining to serious and informative. A light meal will be offered for a free-will offering at 5 p.m., and the presentation starts at 5:30 p.m.…