March means Spring Training, and we are fortunate to host two baseball experts on the afternoon of Wednesday, March 4. The co-authors of the just-published book Rickwood: How America’s Oldest Ballpark Forged Baseball’s Legends will be on hand to do a presentation on the history of the ballparks where Negro League games were played, including…
Category: March 2026
March 2026, Community News
SunBird Kare Bears
Annie Sanchez The Kare Bears will present a Credence Clearwater Tribute on March 3. There are a few tickets remaining for the matinee at 3 p.m. Contact Barb Dunbar at 360-490-1587 if interested in attending. The ticket cost is $20. Our spring fundraiser is underway, and we have a limited number of tickets left at…
Community News, March 2026
Auction Action
The ever-popular annual SunBird Community Auction, held on Jan. 23, was another outstanding success, both as a social gathering and a fundraising event. Collette Ellis-Toddington, with assistance from Mike Watkins, sourced donations of live and silent auction items from residents and local businesses. Auctioneer Trent Johnson’s humorous cajoling of the crowd ensured an entertaining afternoon.…
March 2026, Association News
Social Events
Desert Winds Concert Band Sunday, March 1, Ballroom, 7 p.m. The Desert Winds Concert Band will be returning to SunBird on Sunday, March 1, at 7 p.m. for a wonderful evening of music. You will hear a variety of marches, showtunes, and other traditional concert band music to create an evening of fun and excitement…
March 2026, Association News
Connection, Conversation, and Community: Join Us for Breakfast or Lunch
Lance Williams, Executive Director, Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes As Executive Director of Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, I have the privilege of seeing every day how meaningful connections are formed, not just through shared experiences, but also around a table. Food has a remarkable way of bringing people together, and it’s in that spirit…
March 2026, Association News
Recycling Items
Bonnie Marcus, Community Administrator There have been some changes in the Chandler recycling program. If you are uncertain about an item being acceptable in the curbside program, call Solid Waste Services at 480-782-3510. Leave recyclables loose in the blue container. Do not bag. No bagged or loose shredded paper. Cardboard boxes must be empty and…
March 2026, Association News
Fruit Picking Now
Bonnie Marcus, Community Administrator If you have fruit trees that you would like to have picked and donate your fruit to our residents, please call the office at 480-802-4901 to be put on the list. Not everyone will be picked on that day, but they will continue to pick every Tuesday until April. Please don’t…
March 2026, Association News
Board Meeting Update
Dear SunBird residents, We hope the new year is off to a great start! Below are highlights from the Jan. 26, 2026, regular meeting of the SunBird HOA Board of Directors, along with a few important updates and upcoming items to keep on your radar. Board Meeting Highlights The meeting was called to order by…
March 2026, Association News
HOA Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of the SunBird Golf Resort Homeowners Association will be on Monday, March 2, at 7 p.m. in the clubhouse ballroom. The purpose of this meeting is to report to the membership on the operations of 2025. All are welcome to attend.
March 2026, Association News
Manager’s Report
Layne Varney The weather has been terrific, and it’s hard to believe that the peak season for SunBird, March, has already arrived. This place is crazy busy with activity! Many recreational and sport leagues are having season-ending tournaments and championship games. Clubs, organizations, and various states are having their season-ending banquets. If at the clubhouse,…