Cheers Trip Opportunities Below is a brief, non-inclusive list of available travel opportunities: Mystery Tour: To ????—That’s why it’s called a “mystery” tour, July 30. Go to places you generally pass and say “I have to stop there someday.” Pageant of the Masters—August 19 to 22. From $1,395 pp/double, $1,795. This annual art show and tableau exhibit; Famous artwork…
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Clubs & Classes, July 2026
Sun Lakes Jeep Owners Attend National Go Topless Day
Jim Carlson May 16 was the Jeep National Go Topless Day! Bring your Jeep with or without its top, doors, or however you wanted to attend. This is an annual event to raise funds for local charities. The valley metro had three large events. San Tan Valley, Apache Trail, and Apache Junction. A few from…
July 2026, Front Page
The Chordaires Introduce Bel Canto Training This Fall
Loraine Taneja There is something truly magical about singing in a group. Beyond the pure joy of sharing music, it acts like a workout for both the body and the brain—boosting your mood and lowering stress. For older adults, singing is a fantastic way to keep your lungs healthy and your mind sharp. If you…
Clubs & Classes, July 2026
Duplicate Bridge Continues Throughout the Summer. Come Play!
Dianne Zimmerman Exercising your mind is beneficial and fun. Join the exciting and friendly bridge games at the Sun Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club (SLDBC) to accomplish this goal. The club hosts games on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. The Saturday morning games are cancelled for July and August. There are games for all…
Clubs & Classes, July 2026
Travel Photography Reflections
Ken Duquaine As you read this article we are in the middle of the prime travel photography season. But what exactly is travel photography? May I suggest that travel photography as a genre is not the same as doing photography while traveling. I would submit that the goal of travel photography is to portray landscapes,…
Clubs & Classes, July 2026
Garden Club
Starla Kramer The Sun Lakes Garden Club invites you to attend our upcoming meeting on July 21. Visitors are always welcome. The club meets all year, on the third Tuesday of the month, plus one field trip each month. Recently, members toured the beautiful Cliff Douglas Estate garden and home in Mesa. Cliff is a…
Clubs & Classes, July 2026
Chess Club Happenings
Arthur Fink We are a “Coffee House Vibe” group that meets every Saturday from 9.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Arts & Crafts Room (A-8) in the Cottonwood County Club. There is no cost and no membership or residency requirement. All playing strengths are welcome. Chess sets are provided as well as chess clocks…
Clubs & Classes, July 2026
Desert Artists Take a Break, Come and Create
Sue Sindelar July heat is here but artists in Sun Lakes come together to create with fellow members of the Desert Artists Club and take a break from feeling cooped up inside our homes. It is certainly a fun time and seeing other artists each week working on their chosen projects is inspiring for each of…
Clubs & Classes, July 2026
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. Class fee is $12 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 class…
Features, July 2026
Joyful Downsizing: Is Being Organized Good for the Mind?
Kim Kubsch Yes, for most people. Organization and structure can help us stay accountable and see things in a concrete way. It is a form of untapped power because it quietly multiplies your time, energy, money, influence, and peace of mind—often without requiring more talent, intelligence, or effort. Most people think of organization as “maintaining…