Category: December 2020

Computer Donations

Arizonans for Children was able to build a computer lab for the children using donated computers.

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,…

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…

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.

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…

‘Tis the Season to Be Jolly

Harry Huckemeyer Most of us will not be too sad to see the final month of 2020 leave us after a year of many challenges and sacrifices made by so many, for a variety of reasons. Rather than dwell on the past, it may be a good time to start thinking about finding new ways…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…