Category: March 2015

Pickleball news – March 2015

Pickleball is played October through April. We meet on the tennis courts. Tuesday and Thursday is for beginners and intermediate players from 2:00–3:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday is from 3:30–5:30 p.m. and is for advanced players. Friday play is for everyone and we will do some tournament play from 2:00–5:30 p.m. Sunday is drop-in from…

Art Club news – March 2015

Sharon Eade Our Art Club was founded by our own Irene Coatta many years ago. She has nurtured each of us individually and as a whole which is why our club continues to grow and be such a positive part of our lives. Recently Irene conducted a portrait class for us and was able to…

Veterans’ Voice – March 2015

Art Sloane Jesse Ramirez, a former Navy veteran, has the chance to see again because of a new invention called eSight glasses. Unfortunately, these glasses cost $14,000 which the VA will not cover. The Reverend Joseph F. Matrishion, an Air Force veteran, contacted me since he has been helping this vet for some time now.…

Food donations needed

If you are a winter visitor or a year round resident and leave for a period of time during the summer, you probably have extra food you don’t want to throw out but don’t know what to do with. I work for a downtown Chandler food bank called Matthew’s Crossing. If you would like to…

Trivia Night in Horizon Room

Due to popular demand, Trivia Night will now be starting in the Horizon Room for another six weeks on Wednesday nights from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Come test your trivia skills or come watch and have a great time in the Horizon Room. All are welcome with drink and food specials. See you then!

American German newsletter

Trish Deflieze Greetings to all our club members. Hope you are enjoying the fine weather. Our February 24 meeting was a great success. We continue to hold our meetings in the Horizon Room. This is convenient for our members as besides our usual coffee and desserts, appetizers are available and the bar is open for…

SunBird American Italian Club update

Frank Nechvatal Our February meeting was called to order by President Bob Sciaretta at 6:00 p.m. in the Horizon Room. The minutes were read by Secretary Emily Hardy and the Treasurer’s Report was given by Herb Zielke along with one of his true stories. Following the meeting Anthony and Lani Pappano led the club in…

MS Inspiration

The Multiple Sclerosis Encouragement organization offers independent encouragement. The purpose of this group is to provide education, encouragement, self-empowerment and information to those affected, their families and care partners. We meet the third Wednesday of the month. We have local doctors and doctors from all around the United States participating in our meetings. Lunch is…

State Parties – March 2015

Colorado A Colorado cookout will include hamburgers or brats, potato salad and beans, buns, plates, condiments, beer, wine or soda; the cost is $5 per person (tickets need to be purchased by March 9). When: Saturday, March 14 Time: 3:00-6:00 p.m. social hour and cookout Where: SunBird pool/patio area Bring: Social hour – BYOB For…

Computer Booters posts March classes

Sue Klein, Publicity Coordinator Turbo Tax Monday, March 25 – one session starts at 6:30 p.m. Facilitator: Al Hill Wins 8/8.1 (Topics of interest to class participants) Mondays, March 9 and 16 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Facilitator: Bill Klein Excel (Topics of interest to class participants) Wednesdays, March 11 and 18 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Facilitator: Michael…