Category: Community News

Footnotes from the Library

Marilyn Klooster As we transition into the holiday season with the celebration of Thanksgiving, let us remember that life is rich, beauty is everywhere, and every personal connection has meaning and give thanks. Let us not forget our thanks for our life in the community of SunBird. We are especially blessed as residents volunteer and…

Ed Robson Branch Library programs

Patty Dennehy, Library Paraprofessional November brings two great programs to the Ed Robson Library in Sun Lakes! On Thursday, November 5 at 2:00 p.m., we welcome music historian Erik Larson for “Music of WWII: Swing and More!” In honor of Veterans Day, Erik offers original recordings, trivia and lots of memories of the swing era.…

Turkey Tuesday

Jan Davie Come help stomp out hunger and donate a turkey on Turkey Tuesday, November 24. Turkey Tuesday is the largest one-day turkey drive in Arizona. This annual event is dedicated to collecting frozen turkeys to feed hungry families throughout our community. Turkey Tuesday at Sun Lakes is an ongoing, working partnership with Bashas’ and…

Karaoke and dancing

Double the Fun at Sun Lakes Country Club’s Pro Shop Lounge (Mulligan’s) on Saturday, November 14 from 7:00-? p.m. and then again on Saturday, November 28 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 with Mr. B.…

Thank you, NAIL

‘Tis the season to be thankful and “Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! is what we hear from new members of New Adventures in Learning. They have discovered how much they enjoy learning and how the classes have added to their sense of well-being. New Adventures is a membership organization made up of volunteers who…

SunBird’s five year romance

Pat Thomas SunBird’s five year romance comes to fruition in marriage. Our congratulations and best wishes go out to Mr. and Mrs. James Gascoyne. Marcie Franklin, 10-year resident, prominent real estate agent of SunBird and Dr. James Gascoyne, five-year resident and one of SunBird’s key vocalists, were married on October 17, 2015. A simple but…

SunBird Community Church news

Bob Neuman “Worry makes you forget who is in charge.” And when the focus is on yourself, you worry. With time, your agenda becomes more important than God’s. You are more concerned with presenting self than pleasing God. And you may even find yourself doubting God’s judgment. Lord, we don’t ask that you take from…

In Passing

Melvin Henry Dosco The Celebration of Life services for Melvin Henry Dosco will be held in the SunBird Ballroom on Saturday, November 14 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. All of Mel’s and Marie’s friends are invited to attend. Melvin was born in Craik, Sask. Canada on May 19, 1936. He passed away on April 22, 2015 at…

Welcome New Neighbors

Merle and Barb Edwards 6971 S. Sundown Dr. Hometown/State: Wisconsin They have been married for 55 years and have three children. Their hobbies include golf and mahjongg. Gene and Carol Frericks 6381 S. Pebble Beach Dr. Hometown/State: Sillman Valley, IL They have two children and five grandsons. Roberta Mills 6771 S. Oakmond Dr. Hometown/State: Sioux…