Tuesday Night Cribbage Jeff Scott Join us for Cribbage every Tuesday night at 6:15 p.m. in the Cottonwood clubhouse A-7 Painting Room. Games are organized by Stan Wengrzyn. 11/07. 1st Eldon Drenthe 14+86, 2nd Bob Mariano 13+76, 3rd Ginger Johnson 12+52, Low Mike Amato 0-138, 24 Hand Larry Elliott 11/14. 1st Bob Mariano 11+70, 2nd…
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January 2024, Sports
Around the Bases
Larry Wolfe There must be something about the cooler weather that’s stimulating a deluge of record-breaking offensive performances in our fall softball season. On Nov. 10 there were 171 runs scored in our two doubleheaders. That’s an average of nearly 43 runs per game! In game one that day, the Spooner PT squad scored 18…
Clubs & Classes, January 2024
Cheers Singles Group
Cheers is a social club open to members from Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Our current 225 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,…
Generals, January 2024
Crystal Cards Thanks Its Santas!
Each year we ask for gift donations to bring some Christmas cheer to those at My Sister’s Place, a Chandler domestic violence crisis center. And each year our “Santas” are so generous to support this effort. Thank you for taking the time to help. Upcoming events: • Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2…
January 2024, Front Page
Egrets of Sun Lakes
Gwen Grace One of the enjoyable sights to see in Sun Lakes is a large number of great egrets lined around a lake in Oakwood, like sentinels spaced 10 to 12 feet apart, with their necks stretched out. Each likes his own hunting space, and yet they forage by walking with their head down. Great…
January 2024, Sports
Lady Sluggers Are Ready for Opening Day
Larry Wolfe Our Lady Sluggers senior softball team opens their 2024 season at home at the Field of Dreams on Wednesday, Jan. 3. Their opponent on opening day will be the View Point Gems. The first pitch is scheduled for noon. The Sluggers are members of the 10-team Valley of the Sun League. The remainder of…
Generals, January 2024
Links Players News
In the book of Matthew, Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 19:14). What a privilege it was to be part of a group who packed 36,288 meals, which will feed 99 children a daily meal for an entire…
Generals, January 2024
News from Your Neighbors: Neighbors Who Care – January 2024
NWC Volunteer Tom Jones Brings Expertise and Warmth as a Volunteer Neighbors Who Care (NWC) volunteer Tom Jones clearly demonstrates the heart of selfless service. He came to us this past August because he was looking for a way to fill his time since retiring. “I needed to fill a void,” Tom says. “Volunteering with…
Clubs & Classes, January 2024
Savvy Travelers Club—Viking Cruises
Jeanette Rajamaki Join us in the San Tan Ballroom at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the Cottonwood Country Club for a Cruise Night with one of your favorites, Viking Cruises. There are new itineraries with fascinating destinations. Viking includes coach air with transfers and wine and beer with lunch and dinner. Includes one…
Clubs & Classes, January 2024
Scandinavian Club Welcomes Friends
Greetings to everyone interested in Scandinavia. A new year is here, and on Jan. 21 the club’s monthly gathering will be held in the Saguaro Room of the Cottonwood clubhouse in Sun Lakes. Much socializing and sharing of heritage information will make for an enjoyable evening. At 4:30 p.m. our evening starts with a social…