Join us on Thursday, May 9, from 12:45 to 2:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, at 9248 E. Riggs Road, in Sun Lakes. We will be joined by Liz Booth, former HLAA East Valley president, and Amanda Mason, a licensed clinical social worker. Liz is a retired teacher and a grandmother, and Amanda…
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May 2024, Generals
Restock Your Greeting Card Stash!
Crystal Cards (CC) recently celebrated reaching a milestone of donating $100,000 to My Sister’s Place, a domestic violence center in Chandler. CC was able to do that by selling recycled greeting cards that you donated and by the dedicated work done by our volunteers. Our sales are held in various locations, some on a monthly…
May 2024, Generals
Celebrate National Day of Prayer
The National Day of Prayer Celebration for Sun Lakes, SunBird, and all other surrounding area communities will be held on Thursday, May 2, at 10 a.m. with instrumental, patriotic music beginning at 9:30 a.m. This event will be held in the SunBird ballroom, 6250 S. Sunbird Blvd., Chandler (between Cooper and McQueen). Various vocal and…
May 2024, Clubs & Classes
Sun Lakes Card Makers
The May 15 meeting of the Sun Lakes Card Makers will feature a speaker and presentation by one of the members. May usually brings spring-themed cards, like graduation, new babies, and weddings. If you are an experienced card maker and would like the fellowship of other experienced card makers, come visit us at one of…
May 2024, Religion
A Legacy of Learning: Celebrating Generations of Growth and Graduation
Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott In the lush embrace of May, our hearts turn to celebrate the tapestry of graduations unfolding across our community. This season, as we laud the achievements of our children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren, we’re reminded of the journey of growth and learning that spans generations. This year, I find myself among…
May 2024, Clubs & Classes
Desert Artist Club Meets Year Round
Sue Sindelar The Desert Artists Club (DAC) invites any artist in Sun Lakes to join them each Tuesday afternoon from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Cottonwood Ceramics Room (A-8) to work on their art projects together in a supportive and fun environment. We come together to create in many different styles of art and…
Generals, May 2024
Auditions for ‘Murder at the Café Noir’ Coming Soon
Kate King-Turner A comedic tribute to the Bogart movies of the 1940s, written by David Landau with music by Nikki Stern, Murder at the Café Noir, will be presented in July by Sun Lakes Community Theatre. Auditions are being held on Saturday, May 18, in the San Tan Ballroom from 10 a.m. until noon. Characters…
May 2024, Generals
Ed Robson Library Programs
Ed Robson Library offers free programs for people of all ages. For a complete list of offerings, visit www.mcldaz.org/edrobson. Ed Robson Library is located at 9330 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, and is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May Events: Registration is required, and space…
May 2024, Generals
Cheryl’s Swingin’ Dixie Variety Band
Helen Daley The Arizona Classic Jazz Society (ACJS) will once again pay tribute to Cheryl Thurston by celebrating her birthday on Sunday, May 19, in the San Tan Room at the Crowne Plaza Phoenix – Chandler Golf Resort in downtown Chandler from 1 to 4 p.m. This celebration has become a yearly tradition for ACJS.…
May 2024, Clubs & Classes
Chess Anyone?
Looking for a friendly chess game? Or maybe just looking for help learning to play? Serious players are welcome, too. We play chess on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Ceramics Room, A-8. There is no formal commitment. Come when you can, and leave when you want. Feel free to drop…