Dannette Hunnel I’ve been asked repeatedly why I haven’t written about sunflowers, since they are abundant in the summertime. Here’s why: Sunflowers release chemicals that inhibit the growth of nearby plants, they steal water from other plants, and, of course, they grow large and cast too much shade on smaller plants! This makes it difficult…
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Join the HLAA (Hearing Loss Association of America) East Valley Chapter on Thursday, April 9, from 12:45 to 2:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road. We will welcome Alaina Massaro, Au.D., a clinical audiologist at Arizona Hearing and Balance Center. Among the topics Dr. Massaro will present are the differences…
Carol Horowitz Due to medical emergencies, LAFF’s musical comedy, The Key to a Good Night’s Sleep, has been postponed until early 2027! For ticket refunds, please contact Wendy Goldstein at 330-348-7435. Friday the 13th lived up to its reputation in February, 2026! It began that morning when I raced outside to take leftover garbage to…
Kyle Messner New Adventures in Learning is excited to share that our partnership with Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) continues to grow in meaningful and energizing ways. This spring, several CGCC faculty members are offering engaging sessions that bring college-level expertise directly to our lifelong learners. Their involvement is helping us expand our program variety, deepen…
Unsure? Confused? Personalized, objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), and ALTCS…