John Yu What better way to get rid of the summer doldrums than to learn ballroom dancing? Many residents want to do ballroom dancing but do not know how to get started. Well, thanks to David Guthrie, our Cottonwood Active Lifestyles Director, the Sunday Dance Club will be conducting Ballroom Basics classes throughout the summer.…
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July 2024, Clubs & Classes
Desert Threads Quilters Busy with Charity Projects
Joan Carver With the election of 2024-25 board officers and appointment of committee chairs, Desert Threads Quilt Guild, a chapter of Arizona Quilters Guild (AQG), is ready for the hot summer. The Community Services Committee put together kits for members to be able to quickly create quilt tops for the variety of charities supported. Desert…
July 2024, Generals
Removing Obstacles to Enjoying the Good Life: The Value of Professional Movers & Downsizing Specialists
Lance Williams During my time serving families in senior living, I’ve witnessed countless residents move into our communities. Many residents wish they had considered their move sooner! However, it’s a significant life event filled with mixed emotions, logistical challenges, and the need for careful planning. However, I’ve also seen firsthand how the decision to enlist…
July 2024, Features
Return of the Golden Goalies?
Mark July 6 on your calendar. A meeting to explore reviving the Golden Goalies weight support group is scheduled for that day. We are excited to discuss a relaxed format going forward post COVID-19. If interested in meeting others and managing your weight, please join other interested people, including some former Goalies, in the Navajo…
July 2024, Clubs & Classes
Bridge Results
SLCC Monday Morning Partnership Bridge 5/13. 1st Lori Scharbach and Karen Harnish, 2nd Liz Shubert and Sally Culbertson, 3rd Jim and Carol Kemps 5/20. 1st Karen Harnish and Lori Scharbach, 2nd Joe and Joan Silver, 3rd Maurine Howell and Valda Wiggers 5/27. 1st Colleen Ritter and Dee Guthrie, 2nd Maurine Howell and Valda Wiggers, 3rd…
Clubs & Classes, July 2024
Card Making Class
Linda Smart and Sarah Lythgoe Join us on the second Saturday of every month to make two greeting cards with an Independent Stampin’ Up demonstrator. The class fee is $10 and includes everything you need except adhesive. Bring yours or purchase during class. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. The cards will be completed during one…
Religion, July 2024
A Season of Transitions
SLUMC Staff Sun Lakes United Methodist Church (SLUMC) is saying farewell to its Senior Pastor of nine years, Rev. Marvin Arnpriester. Pastor Marvin came out of retirement as an interim pastor in 2015, and his ministry to the church and community lasted nine wonderful years. His second retirement this July culminates a total of 60…
July 2024, Generals
SLCT’s ‘Murder at Café Noir’ Cast Announced
This show is an interactive mystery, designed to allow the audience to experience the drama as though they were an extra in the show. In the end, patrons are given the opportunity to discuss who the murderer is and, if correct, they may win a very nice prize. The cast includes Lew Crawford, Phyllis Novy,…
July 2024, Clubs & Classes
Unity Community Events in July—Open to Everyone
Julia Norton All events are held in the Mirror Room at Sun Lakes Country Club (to the left of the Administration office). July 3 and 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. Drum Circle, by Julia Norton There will be plenty of instruments, or bring your own. July 10 and 24 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.…
July 2024, Religion
FBCSL Hunt Is Still on for the Best Blessed Breakfast
Old MacDonald had a farm … well, Egg N’ Joe has some downright hometown vittles, and it’s time to move on from forests and scary bears to the farm. First Baptist Church of Sun Lakes (FBCSL) men’s hunt for the Best Blessed Breakfast in town takes a new turn in July. This is new, uncharted…