Linda Rauch If you came last year to the Veterans Day concert, which garnered rave reviews, you certainly won’t want to miss the concert this year! A 50-voice choir composed of volunteers from our community has been diligently working to present six patriotic songs, directed by Richard Gibson, the director of Valley Opera. Also, notable…
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November 2025, Generals
Empty Bowls Project Brings Art, Community, and Compassion to Sun Lakes
This November, New Adventures in Learning (NAIL) members and friends are invited to take part in a very special celebration: a Week of Love & Gratitude, running from Monday, Nov. 10, through Thursday, Nov. 13. The week will be filled with opportunities for members to honor veterans, discover global traditions of thankfulness, create meaningful keepsakes,…
November 2025, Generals
Sun Lakes United Methodist Women’s Cookie Walk Is Coming December 6
Cathy Smoot Mark your calendars now for Dec. 6 when the Cookie Walk and Candy Sale will be held by the United Women in Faith of Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, who will use the proceeds to help people in need in the community and local areas. Whether you are new to the Sun Lakes…
November 2025, Generals
Veterans Coffee Hour
Veterans Coffee Hour is held every second Thursday of the month from 9 to 10 a.m. at Valley of the Sun Memorial Cemetery located at 10940 E. Chandler Heights Road, Chandler, AZ 85248. Join us for coffee and donuts, share stories with fellow veterans, and learn about veteran services. Come join us for the camaraderie!…
November 2025, Generals
St. Steven’s Ladies Guild Bake Sale
The St. Steven’s Ladies Guild is having a Bake Sale on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22 and 23, after Masses in the church hall, located at 24827 S. Dobson Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. The Bake Sale is a fundraising event to benefit guild local charities.
October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Agave Quilters Guild
Shannon Lanning Our September meeting was well attended, and what a special treat it was! Our speaker Gina Perkes, owner of The Copper Needle in Payson, presented a trunk show with dozens of her quilts. She explained how she chose the quilting pattern for each one. Many were prize-winning show quilts and quite intricate, requiring…
October 2025, Generals
Chordaires Launches a New Season
Linda Ryan If you like to sing, even if it’s only in the car or the shower, now is the best time to check out the Chordaires Show Chorus of Sun Lakes. It’s the start of a new season, and the chorus is seeking new members. President Janet Lewis has a list of all ways…
Clubs & Classes, October 2025
Meet the East Valley Photo Club
Ken Duquaine Once again this fall, the East Valley Photo Club (EVPC) will participate in the Community Days held in all three Sun Lakes neighborhoods. Visit our display at Cottonwood Palo Verde on Oct. 4, Sun Lakes Country Club on Oct. 11, and IronOaks on Oct. 18. The many stunning images displayed at our table…
Generals, October 2025
Have You Seen an Ibis in Arizona?
Gwen Grace Does this make you think of Egypt and its sacred bird, or Florida with white ibis, but in Arizona? The white-faced ibis has been seen in riparian sites throughout Arizona. The Gilbert riparian waters have seen dozens during the fall migration. Recently, in September, 30 were seen in Gilbert ponds! This almost two-foot-tall…
October 2025, Generals
Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk
Sandy Ketterer Oakwood Unit 36C invites all Sun Lakes residents and their guests to join us for the 21st Annual Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. Bundle up and bring a flashlight. Enjoy a beautiful stroll around Diamond Lake as you…