Category: March 2017

Library: Did you know?

Nancy Smith Did you know: 1. That 2,867 good used books were given to charities in 2016. 2. That many damaged books (coffee spills, water-soaked pages, animal chewing) were recycled. 3. That a cover without the book is nothing. 4. That there are 12 volunteers donating their time to shelve, every day of the week.…

This, That and Other Stuff

Bob Neuman Country singer and patriot, Lee Greenwood, frequently performs a signature song “I’m Proud to Be An American” and sings it with his heart. Our world would certainly be much bleaker without music. It can entertain, inspire, comfort, produce happiness and evoke nostalgia. It may force us to focus an introspective look at something.…

March Art Club update

Sharon Eade One of the things I enjoy the most about the SunBird Art Club (besides actually painting) is the enthusiasm our club members share for learning new ways to express ourselves as we grow as artists. In February, we had the opportunity to have two accomplished artists in the valley conduct classes for us.…

Manager’s Report

Great Weather! Great Times! Great Place! The SunBird Clubhouse and recreational facilities are being used at capacity this time of year. It’s difficult to find a place to park at the clubhouse and, sometimes, even a place to sit. Golf, swimming, exercising, tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, cards and other games are at peak season. The…

Trips and Tours

For more information or reservations, please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or [email protected]. Death Valley March 6-9, 2017 Price: $450 pp/double, $575 pp/single The beauty and contrasts of Death Valley are unbelievable. You will see some of the most unique scenery and formations in the world, including spectacular wildflowers, beautiful sand dunes…

Board meeting notes – January 23, 2017

The meeting was called to order by President Gordon Lee at 10:00 a.m. All board members were present. The minutes of December 12, 2016, Business Meeting and the January 4, 2017 Organizational, and January 9 Agenda Planning meetings were accepted as written. Committee Liaison Reports: Golf Club/HOA Committee Meeting Don Calvert reported a summary of…

Bring Out the Bling is the theme for St. Steven’s Ladies Guild annual Luncheon and Fashion Show March 29

Mary Vitolo “Bring Out the Bling” is the theme for the March 29 St. Steven’s Ladies Guild annual Charitable Luncheon/Fashion Show. This event will take place at the Oakwood Country Club, 24218 S. Oakwood Boulevard, Sun Lakes, Arizona, and will feature outfits by the Calle Rose Boutique Fashions. Doors open for boutique shopping at 10:00…

Welcome New Neighbors

Dick Alsop 1550 E. Riviera Drive Hometown/State: Fargo, ND, and Detroit Lakes, MN Dick was married 44 years and is widowed. He has two children and enjoys all sports. Mary Jeanne Ugalde 1935 E. Cherry Hills Drive Hometown/State: Phoenix, AZ She is single and has two children. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren. Linda…

State Parties

Colorado Patio Party – March 18 All Colorado present and former residents and houseguests are invited to a patio party on Saturday, March 18, 2017, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the SunBird pool/patio area. There will be a social hour, followed by a cookout. The social hour is BYOB, and the cookout will include…