Lani Pappano Our Crackpot Club said a sad goodbye to four instructors at a Retirement Party held on the upstairs patio on March 29. Gayle Weidbusch, Neal Langenhuisen, Robbie Krohn and Janet Raiford-Gurevitsz have left the club and will be missed by us all. Lani Pappano is the only remaining instructor until the month of…
Category: May 2017
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
SunBird American/Italian Club – fun facts about Italy
Frank Nechvatal The last meeting of the club was held on April 13 on the patio. The party was to celebrate the close of the 2016-2017 season. It was a potluck event with members bringing food and beverage to share with the other members. It was a private party, and it was posted that the…
May 2017
Top presentations in Rotary this month
Norm Noble On Tuesday, May 2, Jason Bagley, Government Affairs Manager at Intel Corporation, will present an Intel update to the Sun Lakes Rotary Club. Bagley has invested more than 30 years as a public affairs professional. He currently manages government affairs for Intel Corporation’s U.S. Southwest Region. This region includes more than $20 billion…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Footnotes from the Library
Nancy Smith There’s something happens When we think of May – A subtle rebirth Comes into play. With splashes of color From flowers and trees, Lots of allergies To make us sneeze. Do you think of trips? Do you want to roam? Or perhaps you’re happy Just staying home. Work – play – laugh –…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Spring is blooming at Women’s Connection May Brunch
Susan Reynhout How about having brunch with your favorite friends before some leave for the summer? You will share a delicious brunch and great friendship. Invite them to join you on Thursday, May 11, at 9:00 a.m. in the Kingston Ballroom of the Oakwood Country Club in Sun Lakes for a great girlfriend time. Our…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Canadians head home
The snow is melting up north, and the Canadians are returning to their “home and native land,” having enjoyed another fun-filled winter at SunBird Golf Resort. We would once again like to thank our many American friends and neighbours for the warm hospitality extended to more than 200 Canadians who winter at SunBird. A special…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Lorraine Twitchell retires from the Dance Center
For the past 30 years, teacher and choreographer Lorraine Twitchell has directed and danced with the Silver Foxes and has been the director of The Dance Center of Sun Lakes and SunBird. She is planning to retire and move closer to her daughter and son-in-law in Nevada. She will be sorely missed. Lorraine danced professionally…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
May Energy Yoga class schedule
Morning: 7:45-8:45 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Afternoon: 4:00-5:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday There will be no class on Memorial Day, May 29. Classes are held at the SunBird Golf Resort Navajo Room, third floor. There is no cost, but donations are accepted. If you have questions, call Paullene Caraher on cell…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Basic Social Dance Classes available “Walk In, Dance Out”
Mary Lou Kaye Basic Social Dance is so much different than ballroom dancing. It’s “lead and follow.” You, your partner and the music are the top priorities. Let the music tell you what to do. Social dance floors usually offer limited space, and the wide range of music provided at social events requires more than…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Piano lessons offered
Artha Jackson If you are a year-round resident or here for just a few months, keep your mind sharp with piano lessons and stay cool in your house playing a few fun tunes on your piano or keyboard. Contact SunBird resident Artha Jackson at 602-312-9435 to get you started!