Nancy Stutman Members of Jewish War Veterans, Copper State Post 619 were asked what Freedom and Independence means to them on this 250th Anniversary of America. Here are a few of their replies. Robert Howard, U.S. Navy,1971-1974, USS Constellation, Vietnam As a Vietnam veteran, freedom and independence mean having the right to live my life…
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July 2026, Front Page
Agave Quilters Honoring Veterans
Betty Bogaard The Agave Quilters continue to create throughout the summer. Many of our members are currently piecing and quilting patriotic quilts for local veterans. Our goal is to complete these by November 1 when they will be delivered to the Arizona Patriot Guard Riders to be gifted during the holiday season, as part of…
May 2026, Generals
Memorial Day Flag Service at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church
Following church services on Sunday, May 24, the Sun Lakes United Methodist Church will again host a brief flag-lowering ceremony at 10 a.m.at the Veterans Circle of Honor Monument in front of the church. This moving ceremony will honor more than one million men and women who died in all branches of our Nation’s armed forces.…
May 2026, Generals
Look for JWV Poppy People at Fry’s; Give Generously to Help Veterans in Need
Nancy Stutman Members and volunteers of Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 (JWV) in red shirts will be conducting their Memorial Day Poppy Drive this month at the following Fry’s Markets Saturday and Sunday, May 23 to 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chandler: Alma School and Germann, Riggs and McQueen, Ocotillo and…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Gila Butte Chapter, NSDAR
Becky Donatelli As the new year is now into its third month, Gila Butte Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), is filled with activities to join. Our chapter is a women’s nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization focused on helping the community and especially Historical Preservation, Education, and Patriotism. Gila Butte Chapter meets on the…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Rotary Club – February 2026
Rotarians—People of Action Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Chair Rotary Club of Sun Lakes Rotarians are “people of action.” The club recently participated in East Valley community service and education projects: Mentoring and leading AWIM (A World in Motion) Jet Toy competition races at fifth grade classes of CUSD’s Fulton and Carlson Elementary Schools…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
JWV Aids Vets Experiencing Homelessness with Hosting Second Annual Coffee Drive
Nancy Stutman Michelle Jameson, U.S.VETS executive director, will address the issues facing veterans experiencing homelessness at the Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 meeting on Sunday, Feb. 22, in Ballroom A at Oakwood Country Club, 24218 S. Oakwood Boulevard, Sun Lakes. Complimentary lox, bagels, donuts, and coffee will be served at 9:30 a.m., with…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Duplicate Bridge Club Celebrates Veterans
Carol Ritter On Nov. 11 the Sun Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club celebrated Veterans Appreciation Day. A total of 20 club members who served in the United States Armed Forces were recognized and thanked for their service. Come join our club! For more info, contact George Hofer at 480-748-1242.
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Rotary Club of Sun Lakes – January 2026
Sun Lakes Rotary and Sew-N-Sews Partnership Continues Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Director The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes’ (RCSL) partnership with the Sun Lakes Sew-N-Sews has begun its third year with a $1,000 check presentation. Rotarians from RCSL’s Peacebuilder Committee and Sew-N-Sews Children’s Charities Committee members gathered to celebrate their third year of…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
JWV Poppy Campaign
Nancy Stutman Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 raised more than $17,000 at 10 Fry’s locations in the Phoenix East Valley on Veterans Day weekend. This is the first Poppy Campaign where shoppers who don’t carry cash were able to help homeless, hospitalized, and at-risk veterans by donating to the JWV Poppy Campaign.