Bocce Ball 2023-24 Board of Directors and Final Awards

Kathy Mlynarczyk, Publicity Director The board of directors for 2023-24 was introduced by John Terranova and elected by the membership in attendance by a show of hands, including John Terranova, president; Ray Ficek, vice president; Colleen Linko, membership; Ron Seifert, treasurer; Judy Gentry, secretary; David Sinkbeil, equipment manager; Sue Donovan, tournament director; Kathy Mlynarczyk, publicity…

JWV Gives Thousands of Dollars to Help Veterans

Nancy Stutman The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. It reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by our veterans while protecting our freedoms. Members and volunteers of Jewish War Veterans (JWV) Copper…

IO Pickleball and Tennis Clubs’ Play It Forward Charity Event

IronOaks Pickleball and Tennis Clubs partnered together to host a charity event benefiting Neighbors Who Care (NWC). We quickly surpassed our goal of $10,000 and raised $20,000+. This was accomplished with donations from sponsors, members designating their AZ Tax Credits to NWC, entry fees, and over $2,000 in 50/50 contributions. Additionally, homeowners were in a…

Reflections on a Good Hiking Season

Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club It was nice to get back to a sense of normalcy hiking this season. COVID-19, once on top of our minds, became less of a risk. Carpooling felt more comfortable. Mask policies became optional. Wednesday Moderate hikes were back in place. One of the big questions this year was…

Hits & Misses Bowling

Hits & Misses Bowling League ended the season with 19 bowlers on five teams. Congratulations to the season’s second-half winning team, Born 2 Bowl, with Dave and Sheila Dahl and Mike and Chris Cotton. League Championship was a playoff between Oh My Gosh (OMG) with Jason and Sue Burger and Russ and Ann Marie Lauren. And…