Category: October 2026

Honoring Saige Doughty on Her 90th Birthday

Teri Bitler SunBird Lady 18ers gathered after their round on Aug. 25 to celebrate the 90th birthday of Saige Doughty, a resident who joined our community just one year ago after relocating from Chino Hills, Calif. Saige has enjoyed the game of golf for five decades and is the proud mother of three daughters. Originally…

Save the Date for Denim and Diamonds Dance on

Yee Haw, get ready for another Denim and Diamonds Dance, featuring the Thaddeus Rose Trio! So, get out your “duds and studs” and don’t forget your dancin’ shoes. On Saturday, Nov. 7 the ballroom doors will open at 6 p.m. We’ll start Texas 2-step lessons at 6:15 p.m., the band plays from 7 to10 p.m.,…

The Importance of Volunteering During Retirement

Lance Williams, Executive Director, Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes Dear Friends and Neighbors, While working in senior retirement communities, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that volunteering can have on the lives of our residents. Retirement is often seen as a time to relax and enjoy the rewards of a lifetime of hard work,…

SunBird’s 28th Annual Community Day—November 19

Wendy Armijo, Lifestyle Director Mark your calendars! SunBird is excited to host our 28th Annual Community Day on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the SunBird Ballroom. Community Day is one of SunBird’s signature annual events, bringing residents together for an afternoon of socializing, discovering local businesses, and learning about the…

Social Events

SunBird Flu Shot Clinic Wednesday, Oct. 7, Apache Room, 10 a.m. to noon We are happy to announce that Walgreens Pharmacy will once again be administering flu shots this year at SunBird. All shots will be given by appointment only, No walk-ins. This will ensure that Walgreens will be prepared with enough shots. To schedule…

Property of the Month

ACC Committee Unfortunately we were unable to begin the “Property of the Month” program in August as planned. There were homes chosen but they were snowbirds and were not here. Beginning in October, the ACC Committee will be introducing the new program highlighting Homeowners Properties. The Property of the Month program is designed to encourage…

Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles

The deadline for the November edition is Oct. 5 if you submit to Wendy and Oct. 9 by noon if you submit to editorial. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to editorial@robson.com or use our website link: robsonpublishing.com/editorial. For article and photo guidelines or if you have any questions, please call 480-895-4216.…

SunBird Post Office Update

Jan Griffin It’s been a very quiet summer here in SunBird! So hot that no one wants to leave their house. There’s been a few increases in stamps in July. First class stamps are now .82 cents, a book of 20 is $16.40. Other increases: Postcard stamps are .65; International are $1.75. Our office hours…

Board of Director Elections and Candidates

The board is made up of seven directors who serve three-year staggering terms elected by the membership. This year, SunBird will have three director positions available on the board. This election period, five homeowners have completed applications and are interested in being elected to these open positions. Additional information about these candidates is available on…