Sarah Auffret When Della Stagner moved to Sun Lakes, she looked for volunteer opportunities that suited her interests and “felt right.” It wasn’t until she walked into the thrift shop of Assistance League of East Valley that she found her match. “My friend Candy suggested I donate my good used clothing and housewares to the…
Sarah Auffret Assistance League of East Valley will kick off the holiday season at their Thrift Shop with a special Black Friday Sale on Nov. 25, and a special holiday sale on Nov. 26. The all-volunteer group hopes to raise enough funds to clothe at least 7,000 needy elementary school children this year, a goal…
Sarah Auffret Many Sun Lakes volunteers are working to earn the money to provide new school clothing and uniforms for almost 10,000 needy school children this year. To support these children — and provide an evening of fun — Assistance League of East Valley will host a Casino Mardi Gras fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 22,…
Sarah Auffret Festive holiday spirit is in the air at the Assistance League of East Valley thrift shop, as volunteers prepare for the annual holiday preview event, Holiday Happenings, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Nov. 4. The shop will be filled with unique holiday decorations and housewares, some of them new items created by members. Normally closed…
Sarah Auffret More than a dozen women from Sun Lakes are working to earn the money to provide new school clothing and uniforms for almost 10,000 needy schoolchildren this year. They’re members of Assistance League of East Valley, an all-volunteer group that raises funds at their thrift shop, an upscale outlet, at 2326 N. Alma…
Sun Lakes residents are invited to saddle up and join the fun at “’Ranglers & Rhinestones,” a western-themed party on November 17 that will raise funds to provide clothing for almost 10,000 school children. Party goers can dance to the music of The Bayou Bandits, enjoy a delicious dinner at Rustler’s Rooste, 8383 S.…
The Assistance League of East Valley conducted a children’s book drive in the days leading up to Make a Difference Day on October 25. New or gently used books for children and pre-teens were needed. The books will be given to local Head Start programs, the Children’s First Academy for homeless children and elementary schools…
Shake, rattle and roll down memory lane with the Assistance League of East Valley at our Fabulous ‘50s Party! Transport yourself back in time with a live band (Arizona Bop Cats), Arthur Murray dancers, hula hoop and trivia contests, silent auction, delicious food and so much more. Our Fabulous ‘50s Party will be Sunday, November…