Get Your Kicks on Route 66 September 27–October 1; price is $750 pp/double, $995 pp/single Take a tour back in time on the Arizona Historic Route 66. Known as the Main Street of America or the Mother Road, Route 66 spaced our country as we know it today. Beginning in Holbrook, travel west to the…
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Community News, August 2015
In Passing
Carmen Hanson Carmen Hanson, a longtime winter resident of SunBird, died peacefully surrounded by family at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Enumclaw, WA on June 24, 2015 after a lengthy illness. She was 83. Carmen and Wes met and were married in North Dakota, enjoying a wonderful 57 year marriage. After Wes retired in 1990, he…
Community News, August 2015
Table decorating winners for the Patriotic Show
The table decorating winners for the patriotic show which was held on July 2 in the Ballroom. First place went to Emily Hughes; second place went to Gloria Kisken. Thanks to everyone that participated and enjoyed a great show.
Community News, August 2015
SunBird Community Church
Bob Neuman “If there are poor among you in one of the towns of the lands the Lord your God is giving you, do not be selfish or greedy toward them. But give freely to them and freely lend them whatever they need.” Deuteronomy 15:7-8 A brother in Christ might need clothes or food. If…
Community News, August 2015
Footnotes from the library
Lois Anderson Here are a few reminders for those who use the SunBird Library: Do donate any good new or used fiction or non-fiction or large print books, complete puzzles, children’s books or newer magazines. Don’t donate coverless, torn or otherwise damaged materials or pre-2000 health references or textbooks. Do take your donations to the…
Community News, August 2015
Spotlight On Advertiser – Phoenix Children’s Hospital Generosity is good for your health
Kristin Saiz Several studies in recent years show the positive health effects of giving to charity. Reduced stress and blood pressure, longer life and lower levels of depression are just a few. But many people overlook their life insurance policy as a giving option. Not only is this an easy way to make a big…
Community News, August 2015
News From Your Neighbors – Neighbors Who Care, Inc.
NWC to administer memory program Carol Bowers, Volunteer Manager S.M.A.R.T. Strategic Memory and Alzheimer’s Rehabilitation Training The statistics about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are staggering. For many of us, this is enough to give any of us pause as to the future of our cognitive health. The fact is we are living longer. As someone…
Community News, August 2015
Thank You, Friends
The SunBird library volunteers would like to give a grateful thank you to Irene Coatta for her unique and masterful mural on the back side of the art cabinet in the Clubhouse hallway. She has turned an obstacle into a fun mural, a genuine art keeper. Take a minute or two to go see her…
Community News, August 2015
Karaoke and dancing
Double the fun at Sun Lakes Country Club’s Mulligan’s located In the Pro Shop Lounge on Saturday, August 8 from 7:00-? p.m. and then again on Saturday, August 22 from 7:00-? p.m. The lounge will be serving food. Mark your calendar for another fun evening of singing and dancing. If you have been to karaoke…
Community News, August 2015
SLUMC Game Day continues on August 19, 2015
Game Day is back on Wednesday, August 19. What a great way to socialize during the hot August weather! Beat the heat and come to this popular repeat event in our air-conditioned facility. Take your pick of games; we’ll have Scrabble, Mexican Train, Bridge and Bingo. Or, if you like, bring a game of your…