Allan Levy Thanks to the generous donations of used computers by Sun Lakes area residents, Allan Levy refurbished and delivered 16 computers to Arizonans for Children. Allan was assisted in this effort by the local computer club Computer Booters. Computers also have been donated to handicapped children and Computers for the Blind. Arizonans for Children,…
Category: December 2020
Community News, December 2020
Will This Christmas Be Different?
Dr. Marc Drake, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes Having been in a pandemic for most of this year, our lives have changed in many ways. And because of this, we may think that Christmas this year will be quite different from previous years; perhaps less enjoyable or meaningful. But will it? It doesn’t…
Card Games & Sports, December 2020
News from the SunBird Golf Club
SunBird G. C. Board of Directors After months of discussion, it has been decided that after overseeding, we will be holding morning shotguns on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, only if all holes are filled. If all holes are not filled, then there is a possibility the group will go to tee time.
Association News, December 2020
Rats in SunBird?
Layne Varney, General Manager Some residents have reported seeing rats in SunBird. Who would have ever thought of this? Several years ago, “roof rats” were found in Tempe, and some neighborhoods not taking action led to a problem. Over the years, they have slowly migrated to most areas in the Valley. With COVID-19 arriving in…
Front Page, December 2020
‘Tis the Season to Be Jolly
Community News, December 2020
Help Needed for Wreaths Across America Event This Year
Michael Whitaker The pandemic has impacted many events, including the fifth annual Chandler Wreaths Across America event to be held at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery this December. Michael Whitaker, project coordinator and member of the Exchange Club of Chandler, noted that there are 2,700-plus veterans buried at the Chandler cemetery. “Because…
Community News, December 2020
Unity: If Every Day Were Christmas
Kay Davis Unity of Sun Lakes is a New Thought Spiritual Community. We keep a positive attitude, knowing the powerful Love of God heals us and all the world around us. Reverend Jeanne MacLaughlin records our Sunday services on YouTube, and we can watch them anytime. Search Unity of Sun Lakes, and the date, on…
Community News, December 2020
Word of the Month: Cool
David Zapatka After reading last month’s WOTM “groovy,” sister and reader, Debbie Zapatka, wrote, “That was cool, man! Does ‘cool’ have the same sort of history as groovy? A friend at work uses the word groovy all the time.” Sister and reader Judy Haberstroh wrote, “Interesting. The only person I know who still occasionally uses…
Association News, December 2020
Tired of Being Stuck Indoors?
Wendy Weber, Lifestyle Director Do you have cabin fever? Now that the weather is finally cooling down, it is the perfect time to take advantage of all the wonderful outdoor amenities that SunBird has to offer. If you don’t know how to play a specific game/sport, don’t worry. We have plenty of friendly SunBird residents…
Association News, December 2020
Trips & Tours
For more information or reservations, please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547, or [email protected]. Please note: Due to decreased capacity restrictions, it is important to book early, as space is limited. New Year’s Eve at Historic La Posada Dec. 31, 2020 to Jan. 1, 2021 Price: $425 pp/double; $495 pp/single La Posada in…