Category: January 2015

MS Encouragement Group – January 2015

Treva Christenson The M.S. Encouragement Organization offers independent “encouragement groups.” The purpose of this group is to provide education, encouragement, self-empowerment and information to those affected, their families and care partners. The group meets on the third Wednesday of the month at noon except for November and December due to the holidays. Lunch is available…

Free exercise class – walk away the pounds

Lillian Donley Join us Monday through Friday from 8:00-8:45 a.m. in the Ballroom. It’s more than walking. It’s a full body workout. And it’s fun. Make your New Year’s resolution to exercise more. Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood! Come join us. “A body in motion,…

Garden Club has been busy beautifying SunBird

A previous Garden Club project on the corner of Waterview and Championship. The trees have grown in and now provide lovely shade for sitting and viewing the fountain. This year the Garden Club trimmed the trees, repainted the low wall and added solar lights. Each year the Garden Club has a lot of replanting; the Arizona weather that we love also plays havoc with some of our gentle plants.

You’ve probably noticed that the club has been extremely productive during November and December depleting our bank account while beautifying SunBird. The bowls and new landscaping on the east side of the Clubhouse look spectacular. I love the way Gudie designed the dry creek beds. The entrance is so lovely now. Thanks to Mary’s group…

Watercolor painting, anyone?

SunBird resident Gini Clayton will once again offer her watercolor classes. Beginner classes will be Friday mornings at 9:00 a.m. More advanced painters will be on Monday at 9:00 a.m. Classes will begin in January. Gini is an accomplished artist and teacher who is known for her patience. If you think you might want to…

Al-Anon meeting notice

The new 12-step Al-Anon group meets Monday evenings at 5:30 p.m. in the Ceramics Room of the SunBird clubhouse. If you are concerned about the drinking problems of someone you care about, come and join in on our discussions and receive some help for your peace of mind.

Singers’ spring rehearsals

First and foremost, the SunBird Singers wish to thank the SunBird community for their attendance and financial support at their recent Christmas concert. It is hoped that everyone enjoyed the concert as much as the singers enjoyed presenting it. Now it is time to start preparations for the spring concert. The spring concert, titled Show…

January Art Club – January 2015

Sharon Eade December was filled with lots of fun times for the members of the Art Club. A group of us enjoyed going to the Hidden in the Hills Art Tour in Carefree. This unique tour took us into the homes and studios of some of the most accomplished artists in the greater Phoenix area.…