J.B. Appling Performing at this year’s African American Association of Sun Lakes Jazz in the Park will be Lisa Hightower. Lisa Hightower, also known as Lisa THEE’ Oracle Hightower, draws her inspiration from a multitude of genres and musical history, such as jazz, blues, R&B, and soul and is largely influenced by her gospel roots.…
Reggie Wegman A very enthusiastic group of people attended the Cheese Making class on March 3 in the Oakwood clubhouse. The class was given by Kathy Levine, a very experienced cheese maker. She has done extensive research. Her desire for excellence led her to find teachers in other states from Northern California, Colorado, and Wisconsin.…
The Chordaires Show Chorus recently performed a quick preview of their upcoming April 6 show for the Women’s Connection at Oakwood. Their selections were “There’s No Business Like Show Business” and the rousing “Who Will Buy?” from the musical Oliver. Then singers ate a quick lunch and returned to their practice room to continue polishing…
Eileen Turner There were over 100 members in attendance at the February Sew-N-Sews meeting. Our guest speaker was Jan Maresh, an experienced sewer, educator, and author of several books, including Sewing for Dummies. In this reference book, you can find directions and information about many topics or skills used in sewing. Topics are easily found…
Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ April Fools’ Day, a day traditionally filled with harmless pranks and laughter, may seem at first glance to be far removed from the teachings of Jesus Christ and the profound themes of unity and compassion in humanity. However, a closer examination reveals that this day,…
Cheers is a social club open to members from Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Our current 220 members invite you to become a part of the Cheers family, whether you are a year-round or a seasonal resident. The club offers many activities and programs, including social time, wine tasting, dining out, book club,…
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood will meet on Thursday, April 18, at 1 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Chapel House. Jody Crago from the Chandler Museum will present the program “Death and Diamonds: A Holocaust Survivor’s Journey from Krakow to Chandler.” Light refreshments will be served. Guests are invited to attend this meeting. Thank you…
Film noir fans unite, because Sun Lakes Community Theatre is going to be performing another murder mystery at the San Tan Ballroom July 24 through July 28. Actors will audition on May 18 at 10 a.m., in the San Tan Ballroom for this mystery play, which has lots of humor, mayhem, and, of course, a…
John Yu You are invited to the Sun Lakes Dance on Sunday, April 7, at Cottonwood’s San Tan Ballroom for the last dance of our 35th anniversary season. The longest private dance venue in Sun Lakes provides dinner, dance, and live music and has continued because of the support from Sun Lakes residents. We are…
On Mondays, April 8 through April 29, learn Western Dance from 5 to 5:45 p.m. and West Coast Swing from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. On Wednesdays, April 3 through April 24, Advanced Line Dance classes are from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m., and Beginning Line Dance classes are from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Lessons in Latin…