Category: Community News

Mail Call

Isn’t it fun to open the mailbox and see a colored envelope with your name on it instead of a bill or advertisement? It might be a birthday or get well greeting card or maybe just one that says, “Hi, thinkin’ about you.” Even though this is the age of emails, texts, and FaceTime, it’s…

Chinese Auction

SunBird’s 6th Annual Chinese Auction was a huge success, and we raised the most money to date—$2,426.02! Thank you to all who participated in this fun event. We are especially thankful to all of our volunteers. Without them, this event could not have been possible. Although it’s always fun to go home with a prize,…

Medicare, Medicaid, and Related Benefit Information

Unsure? Confused? Personalized, objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), and ALTCS…

Become a Presenter with New Adventures in Learning

Are you passionate about a subject and eager to share your knowledge? New Adventures in Learning, a nonprofit organization dedicated to lifelong learning, is looking for volunteer presenters for our upcoming classes! Whether you have in-depth expertise in a particular field or a fascinating hobby you’d love to teach others about, we’d love to hear…

The Power of Play: How Pickleball, Golf, and Fitness Enrich the Lives of Robson Reserve Residents

Lance Williams, Executive Director Residents of SunBird, As the Executive Director of a senior living community, I have the privilege of witnessing firsthand how recreational activities like pickleball, golf, and structured fitness programs transform the lives of our residents. While senior living communities are often associated with comfort and care, they are equally places of…

Everyone Is Welcome

Julie Anderson Join your neighbors and friends for a fun afternoon on Friday, March 14, at 2 p.m. to watch our annual Couples Shoot-Out. Twenty of our top golfers will be paired up and compete, starting at hole one, and one couple will be eliminated after each hole. Place bets and cheer on your favorites.…

The ImproVables Will Perform at IronOaks on April 1

The ImproVables, Sun Lakes Community Theatre’s hilarious comedy improv group, will once again bring their wildly successful show to the IronOaks ballroom on Tuesday, April 1! The show is appropriately called “April Fools,” and hijinks and laughter will abound. A delicious dinner is included in the $30 ticket price. The menu is a Taco Tuesday…

St. Paddy’s Green Dance March 9

John Yu You are invited to the Sunday Dinner Dance at Cottonwood’s San Tan Ballroom on Sunday, March 9. The dance venue includes country two-steps, line dancing, and nightclub two-step, in addition to the regular mix of waltzes, foxtrots, Latin dances, and swings. Our pop music includes not just big band but music from the…

State Parties – March 2025

Michigan/Illinois/Ohio State Party Fern Stoffer The Michigan/Illinois/Ohio State Party will be held on Saturday, March 22, from 4 to 8 p.m. We will be entertained by the wonderful band Rusty Parts. A dance area will be provided. Tickets are $10 per person. Also, each person should contribute a yummy food item based on the first…

2025 Coral Gable Drive Block Party

Brunch with your neighbors. When: Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to noon Who: Your neighbors on Coral Gable and adjacent homes Where: The cul-de-sac on Coral Gable Drive What to bring: • A drink of choice (coffee will be provided) • A dish to share (to serve approximately eight people) • A chair to…