Jim Meagher Our choices define us. For example, we decide to stay in Arizona or go elsewhere based on our circumstances. Staying put or heading out is an annual ritual of our friends, neighbors and ourselves. For those who migrate elsewhere we’ve given the title of snowbird. We make the decision that best serves our…
Tag: Food Bank
Clubs & Classes, March 2026
In Gratitude … We Could Not Do What We Do Without You!
James Meagher The Beatles sang about it, and most of the time we just “get by with it.” Sometimes we’re aware of it, and most of the time we aren’t. I’m talking about that critical aspect of our lives that we often take for granted—Help. Sometimes it comes to us out of the goodness of…
Clubs & Classes, January 2026
Sun Lakes Dems’ Meeting to Feature Key Election, Candidates, and Community Services
Dwight Flatt Members of the Sun Lakes Democratic Club (SLDC) are invited to attend the club’s Jan. 12 meeting featuring several important speakers who will provide updates on the 2026 election cycle, local races, and community services that directly impact our area. One of the lesser-known elections is the SRP leadership election this April. Many…
December 2025, Generals
Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank Needs Our Help Now!
Jim Meagher When the going gets tough, the tough get going. We are all familiar with this commonly used expression. It is often used by leaders to convey a sense of encouragement or even, at times, a command when confronted with difficult times. Our team at Reach Out Sun Lakes has not experienced a time…
Generals, November 2025
Matthew’s Crossing Hosts Its First Annual Golf Tournament
Jim Meagher Congratulations to our partner Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank (MCFB). They welcomed their participants on Sept. 17 to their first golf tournament, held at San Marcos Resort, in what they plan to be an annual event. They are very pleased with the financial results in sufficient fundraising to provide meals for 4,000 people. The…
October 2025
Sun Lakes Democratic Club to Host AG Kris Mayes
Dwight Flatt Arizona Attorney General (AG) Kris Mayes, who is running for re-election in the 2026 General Election, will make a return visit to address members of the Sun Lakes Democratic Club (SLDC) at the club’s Oct. 13 meeting. Mayes first addressed SLDC members when running for the Attorney General slot in the 2024 General…
Generals, October 2025
Reach Out Sun Lakes and Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank Welcome Our Returning Neighbors
James Meagher If you don’t have a child or a grandchild currently attending college, you may not be aware of the significant financial needs faced by students in the 2025 college environment at ASU. After paying for their tuition, housing (either on or off campus), and significant expenses such as books and fees, many students…
Generals, September 2025
Congratulations to Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank—Tee Off for a Cause
In times of hardship, local organizations often rise to the occasion by weaving a safety net for those most affected. Through thoughtful partnerships and grassroots efforts, communities are able to provide vital assistance, bridging the gap for families and individuals facing challenging circumstances. Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank (MCFB), located in North Chandler, is a perfect…
April 2025, Clubs & Classes
Caring and Sharing to Highlight Sun Lakes Democrats’ April Meeting
Dwight Flatt Living independently as long as possible is the goal of nearly every senior, and Sheryl Keeme, executive director of Neighbors Who Care, will be at the Sun Lakes Democratic Club’s (SLDC) April 14 meeting to share how their organization can help people do just that. Neighbors Who Care is an organization that relies…
Clubs & Classes, March 2025
Seniors Facing Problems Aging in Place
Dwight Flatt Seniors in need of help with housing or even, more importantly, in putting food on their tables can get information about these areas by attending the Sun Lakes Democratic Club’s (SLDC) March 10 meeting in the Sun Lakes Country Club Navajo Room at 7 p.m. Speakers will include Dean Scheinert, executive director of…