On Dec. 7, the SunBird Lions Club is sponsoring a golf tournament to benefit Childhood Cancer Research and Treatment. It will be a four-person scramble. The entry fee is $45 per person and includes coffee and donuts at check-in, free gift, lunch, and a chance to win numerous prizes. There will be a $10,000 prize…
Category: Card Games & Sports
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
Roadrunners Golf and Social Club News
Ruth Anne Hobbs A recent update to our Roadrunner Memorial Bench adjacent to the #11 tee box reminds us of those Roadrunners who have passed. It’s just one of the Roadrunner contributions to the SunBird Golf Course. Another contribution is the steps up to the #12 tee box, and the retaining wall at the red…
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
SunBird Bandits enjoy golf outing
The SunBird Bandits took a trip to Springfield Golf Course during SunBird golf course’s overseed. The group participated in a scramble format during the cool morning hours and then enjoyed lunch together at Grill 61.
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
SunBird Men’s Golf Association news and happenings
Norman Ott As we head into the holiday season and the time of the year when many new residents, renters, and returning snowbirds continue to arrive, the SunBird Men’s Golf Club (Association) wishes to invite all golfers who are new or not yet members of the club to consider joining. The Men’s Club provides the…
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
Bandit Golf Group participates in Advent Box Program
The season of giving is once again upon us, and the Bandit golfing group is feeling the warmth by participating in Advent boxes. These festively-decorated boxes will be filled daily with nonperishable food items during Advent. On the eve of Christmas, the boxes will be dispersed to those who need a helping hand.
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
Courtside with the SunBird Tennis Club
Jenifer Walden We had a great time hosting our tennis buddies from Robson Ranch on Nov. 9. Barb Wallace and Pam Tiffany coordinated the scrumptious sloppy joe luncheon for this event. Thanks, girls! And kudos to all who volunteered their time and efforts to make this such a successful competition. We are hosting another event…
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
Pickleball Fun at SunBird
Ahhh, the cool temperatures of fall have arrived along with many snowbirds returning! Welcome back! 2019-20 Fall and Winter Schedule: Sunday, 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, 2 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, 8 to 10 a.m.; 2 p.m. open play Thursday, 2 to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 8 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
ILGA Membership Drive
Susan Utzinger The Ironwood Ladies Golf Association (18-hole league) will hold its annual membership drive on Thursday, Dec. 12. Ladies who are seriously considering joining a golf league are most welcome to join us for a round of golf that day. You will be paired with other ILGA members. This is a great opportunity to experience…
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
Free Introductory Golf Lessons
Marcia Hogan Whether you are new to golfing or just getting back into the game, SunBird Golf Club volunteers can help you get started with beginner or refresher lessons. Beginner lessons are for those who want to learn the basic shots. You will move through these four stations: driving, irons, chipping, and putting. Refresher lessons…
Card Games & Sports, December 2019
The ABCD’s of Golf
Dana Marrs Golfers in Lady 18ers have been playing golf all through November. Today we look at how pairings are determined. Karen DeLong organizes our weekly play. She and her committee choose the games and the schedule for the year. Most months, she schedules two team competitions. She uses a software called Golf Genius to…