Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ In an era where the lines of political division run deep, there’s a growing call for religion to remain a sanctuary of unity and inclusivity, transcending partisan divides. Religious institutions, revered for centuries as pillars of moral guidance and communal solace, are now at a…
Category: January 2024
January 2024, Clubs & Classes
Garden Club
January 2024, Clubs & Classes
Garden Club News
On Community Day the Garden Club, represented by Carol Delk and Barb Finkelman, signed up five new members, and the club also raised $190 in plant and rock sales! At our December meeting, members enjoyed a holiday brunch celebration prepared by the Horizon Room. After our meal, we gathered cookies brought in by the members,…
January 2024, Card Games & Sports
Card Scores
500 Darlene Thompson We meet in the Apache Room, which is on the top floor of the clubhouse, on Thursday afternoons at 3 p.m. Please come early. Buy-in is 50 cents. We must leave the chairs and tables where they are located at this time. You have the option to either wear a mask or…
January 2024, Association News
Manager’s Report
Happy New Year! Where did the year 2023 go? It went by way too fast. SunBird has had several excellent holiday events and activities this past month and is just getting started for this new year. Several recreational and sport leagues, social groups, and classes are also getting ready to start for the season. Stay…
January 2024, Community News
Sun Lakes Chorale Holiday Concert a Sell-Out
Yvonne Orlich Last-minute changes in the days leading up to a performance, in not only the program but in our leadership, and a number of last-minute absences of singers due to illness sent a wave of anxiety through the Chorale. But because we are blessed to have an amazing group of musical geniuses in our…
January 2024, Community News
Second Annual Pickle Barrel Classic
Yes, we are doing it again! IronOaks Pickleball Club is inviting all the pickleball enthusiasts from Sun Lakes, Solera, Springfield, and SunBird to join us in this fun and challenging event. With over 100 participants in our first event, we are anticipating more than 150 competitors in our March 11-14 event. The tournament will be…
Association News, January 2024
SunBird Patrol
Just a couple of notes from the desk of Chief Dan, SunBird Patrol: Happy New Year! Please stop at all stop signs while driving through SunBird. This includes all motorized vehicles and bicycles. Better to take a few moments to be safe than sorry. Speed limits are posted throughout the community. Slow down. Pedestrians: Please walk…
January 2024, Community News
Welcome New Neighbors
Nancy Holt Hometown/State: Hampshire, Ill. Nancy has been married for 29 years and has three children Michael and Mary Boggs Michael and Mary have been married for 45 years and have four children.
January 2024, Clubs & Classes
Canadian Club
You are invited to an afternoon of fun, food, and entertainment with your fellow Canadians! We are having a Pork Roast Dinner on Thursday, Feb. 1, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. on the patio. The dinner includes pork roast, salads, pickles, buns, and cake (BYOB). The cost is $7 per person. Put on your dancing…