Ross Dunfee Armed Forces Day is celebrated May 15 this year, but with Memorial Day also in May, this Armed Forces Day article is printed in April to avoid printing two articles in May. Clip and save. Each of the branches of military service (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard) has a day…
Category: April 2021
April 2021
Golf Course Tours
Duane Dub, Vice President, SBGC Join us for the next Golf Course Tour coming up on Monday, April 12, to learn more about our course and what is happening behind the scenes to keep it beautiful.
April 2021
National Prescription Drug Take Back and 8th Semi-Annual Shred-A-Thon
Bring your old prescriptions for safe disposal with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to noon, at 10440 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes (northeast corner of Alma School Road and Riggs Road). FREE paper shredding services are limited to two boxes or bags per household. Please place your items…
April 2021
Community Event April 24
Craig Lloyd, Commander, Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse The Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse, in coordination with Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and law enforcement agencies across the nation, will be providing a safe opportunity to dispose of your excess and expired prescription drugs on Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (no liquids or needles can be…
April 2021
SunBird Post Office
Jan Griffin, Manager The SunBird Post Office encourages winter visitors and residents to complete Change of Address cards at least one week before departure for your summer homes. We, in turn, will provide you with a notice to be placed in your mailbox notifying your carrier of your departure date and an approximate return date…
April 2021
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook April 22 is Earth Day, a time to consider ways to be a better steward of our planet’s resources. Choosing to do home remodeling instead of new construction is a great way to be “green.” Green Remodeling has the goals to make the home more energy efficient, with healthier indoor air. Green Remodeling…
April 2021
April SunBird Tennis News
Kenneth R. Nelson, Sr. I have often broached the subject of my mother’s passing in 2013 at the age of 84. Usually, we discuss the effects that getting older may lead to Alzheimer’s and forgetfulness, debilitating strokes, and heart problems. Losing a loved one is not easy, and on that we would all agree. I have had…
Card Games & Sports, April 2021
Golf Course Carvings
Duane Dub, Vice President, SBGC In 2021, we are showcasing the golf course carvings by highlighting a carving (or two) each month. Let us start with the history. In 2006, Leo Buries, our golf course manager, was left with dead and downed trees from the monsoon season. Rather than pay for the removal of the stumps,…
Card Games & Sports, April 2021
Horizon Room Staff Serve Golfing Lady Niners Luncheon
Gail Schroeder The Niners’ Valentine’s Day and February Luncheon was organized by Mary Cravens and Eunice Duren, and prepared by our Horizon Room staff. This month’s luncheon was beef and chicken taco salad with chips and salsa, and for dessert, delicious red velvet chocolate cupcakes. Our monthly luncheons are put together by volunteers each month.…
Card Games & Sports, April 2021
Lady 18ers Hold SunBird Cup
Dana Marrs The Lady 18ers played their annual net tournament, the SunBird Cup, in February. Karen Gilmore played exemplary golf to win the tournament with a 63 and 60 for a net 133. Carol Garrett shot 70 and 58 for a net 128 (never give up). Kaye Wulfekuhler shot a steady 63 and 65 for…