It’s that time of year when you may be returning to Arizona and thinking about what new activity to add to your lifestyle. You may be thinking of something completely different than what you are already involved in. You may be looking for something that will make you more aware of the world around you.…
Sharon Slocum The Sun Lakes United Methodist Church Krafters, 9248 E. Riggs Road, will be holding their annual Bazaar on Saturday, November 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Lindsay Hall. All items for sale are handmade by our members and many will be in the fall and winter colors that represent the coming…
Lois Anderson Fall is in the air! Trees are turning red, orange and yellow as frost turns our cheeks and noses a bright pink. There is a nip in the air. Colorful sweaters, hats and mittens begin to appear. Wait a minute! We live in Arizona! True, the temperatures have left the 110s but there…
Dr. Marc Drake The story is told of a farmer whose old shed was struck by lightning. He wasn’t too concerned and, in fact, said it relieved him of having to tear it down. Then the rain washed off his car and saved him from that chore as well. When asked what he was doing…
Arizona Fall Foliage October 9, 2015; $99 per person When considering a fall foliage destination, Arizona does not usually come to mind. However, for those with a day to spare and an adventurous spirit, Arizona’s fall foliage is waiting to be discovered. Spectacular scenery is revealed around every curve as living folios of turning leaves…
Wanda Gastineau Come celebrate the 50th anniversaries of Russ and Jeanne Bower and LaVern and Hughene Schaffer Saturday, November 28 in the SunBird Ballroom. Come enjoy an evening of fun and dancing with music by the 50s Come Back Buddy band. This promises to be a fun night and everyone is welcome! Doors open at…
I volunteer at a Chandler food bank. If you have any extra food you can’t use (unopened please), I would be glad to take it to the food bank. Call Julie at 895-9713 or notify the office and they will contact me. The food bank also accepts baby food, diapers, toiletries, dog and other animal…
Fred Garmeson The SunBird Lions/Lions Foundation of Arizona Salute Our Veterans golf tournament is right around the corner – November 14, 2015. There will be a 7:00 a.m. check-in followed by coffee and donuts before the 8:00 a.m. shotgun start. The price is only $40 and includes golf, cash prizes and a great lunch in…
Eric Ehst Up until the last century few people lived past the age of 60 and most of those who made it that far spent their later years battling illness and physical impairment. Recent advances in nutrition and medical care have revolutionized aging. Today over 14% of the U.S. population is over 65 and 2%…
Bob Neuman Did you know there is a non-biblical second Ten Commandments? The author is unknown, but they are derived from common sense. Number two is, “Thou shall not be fearful, for most of the things we fear never come to pass.” Every crisis we face is multiplied when we act out of fear. When…