Meet Chordaires’ Libby Bender

Linda Ryan Libby Bender is at the heart of Chordaires. A member since 2015, the group created a new role for her in 2017, as assistant director. She is the liaison between the chorus and the director and much more. As both a member of Chordaires and a lifelong musician, she facilitates communication between the chorus…

Coach Kwong’s Tennis Tip

In sports, we generally measure success from the performance of winning and losing. One of the best lessons you will receive is coming up short (losing!). If someone is a good loser, they will accept their loss without complaining, as well as add compliment to their opponent’s play. If someone is a bad loser, they…

MADD Honors Rangers

Michael Berry Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) recently presented the Honoring Heroes Award at its 33rd annual event to Arizona Ranger R. Evans. East Valley Company Captain Gordon Johnson states that Evans is “humble, prepared, and always willing to help. He capably represents what all Arizona Rangers stand for and is greatly deserving of this award.”…

Volunteerism Is Honored by the Crystal Awards

Do you know a dedicated volunteer—someone who devotes a great deal of time and energy to making Sun Lakes a better place in which to live? Consider nominating that person for a Crystal Award. Nomination forms will be available Oct. 17 at each of the three HOA reception desks, and are online at each HOA’s…

Women’s Connection to Resume in November

Sun Lakes Women’s Connection is preparing to resume their events on Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. in the Oakwood ballroom. After a spring gathering of the planning team to say farewell to two of their members, they are seeking new volunteers for the upcoming season. The first gathering in November will be a real western-themed…

Sun Lakers Greet Republican Candidates

Karen Lambourne A full house was present at the Oakwood home of Morris Johnson to hear from Kurt Rohrs and Charlotte Golla, running for the Board of Directors of Chandler School District. The candidates spoke with passion and commitment about parent rights to see the curriculum and possible changes due to the “Equity and Inclusion”…