David Zapatka The lob is alive and well. Watch any of the stronger players and you’ll see they all use the lob as a weapon. Why do lobs work? They catch the opponents off guard. Many opponents don’t deal well with the unexpected lob. They sometimes panic or don’t use proper footwork to get to…
Category: October 2024
Clubs & Classes, October 2024
Aero Club Announces Speakers for 2024-25 Club Gatherings
Gary Vacin The Sun Lakes Aero Club has announced a slate of speakers for its gatherings for 2024-25. The events begin with camaraderie at 6:30 p.m. followed by the presentation at 7 p.m. at Cottonwood Country Club. The Nov. 18, 2024, speaker will be historian Valerie Adams who will discuss the roles of the WASPs,…
Community News, October 2024
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
The deadline for the November edition is Oct. 5 if you submit to Wendy and Oct. 10 by noon if you submit to editorial. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to [email protected] or use our website link: robsonpublishing.com/editorial. For article and photo guidelines or if you…
Community News, October 2024
Why Hands? Why Feet?
Kathleen Ismael, Reflexology Practitioner The human body is self-sustaining, intricate, and amazing. The Hands and feet are the sensory organs of the body. The fingers sense a myriad of stimuli, such as heat, cold, heavy, light, and pressure to squeeze or release, to name just a few. Movements of the feet stimulate the entire body.…
Clubs & Classes, October 2024
Women’s Connection Team Plans Upcoming Season
Sun Lakes Women’s Connection is planning their programs for the new season, starting Nov. 14 in the Oakwood clubhouse ballroom. Monthly events include inspirational speakers (local and from out of state), special features of interest to women, and fabulous musicians. Program and reservation information will be in the November issues of the Sun Lakes Splash…
October 2024, Community News
What Is a Soul? A Pastor’s Reflection
Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ In a world where life’s complexities often push us to focus on the immediate, some questions invite us to pause and consider the deeper aspects of our existence. Among these timeless inquiries is one that underlies much of our spiritual exploration: What is a…
October 2024, Association News
Palm Trees
ACC Committee All palm trees should now be trimmed, but as we all know, this is not the case. With the monsoon season here, the high winds really cause a mess in everyone’s yards. If you have palm trees, please get them trimmed. The palm tree letters have gone out. Thank you for your compliance.
Community News, October 2024
American Italian Club News
The American Italian Club will hold their first meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. in the Lakeview Room. The meetings are open to anyone interested in Italian heritage. Our president, Lisa Romero, will outline her plans for the 2024-25 season. Please mark your calendars for Oct. 10! See you all then. Ciao
October 2024
FUN da MENTAL Bridge Classes for Everyone!
Maria Davis FUN da MENTAL Bridge is offering a variety of bridge classes starting in October. Learn with Better Bridge instructors Karin Hansen, Maria Davis, and Rose Gangel. Back by popular demand! Have fun. Exercise your brain. Hundreds of your neighbors have taken enjoyable, stimulating FUN da MENTAL Bridge lessons over the past several years.…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
Water Aerobics Fall Schedule
Water Aerobics will begin their fall schedule on Monday, Oct. 14. Class will begin at 10 a.m. Punch cards can be purchased at the HOA office. Those of us who have survived the long, sizzling summer are looking forward to seeing our winter residents back in the pool with us. It is a fantastic way…