Suzanne Lipke The SunBird Pickleball Club has transitioned to our fall/winter hours for play. A link to our flyer with our club hours has been added to the SunBird HOA website (thank you, Wendy!) under “Lifestyle” and then “Clubs” information. Flyers are available in the clubhouse kiosk and are posted in the pickleball glass case…
Category: December 2021
Front Page, December 2021
Kare Bears First Meeting for 2021-22
Shirley Jackson A wonderful influx of members (old and new) appeared at the first Kare Bear meeting for 2021-22. President Speer reviewed officers and committee chairs serving this year. Printed material of future meetings and speakers was provided to those attending. We completed our first Kare Bear Fair (Nov. 6) which was very successful, thanks…
Association News, December 2021
Social Events
Drum Circle – Therapy for the Soul with Frank Thompson Thursday, Dec. 2, Lakeview Room, 11:30 a.m. Join us as we participate in a group circle drum session. Research has found that drumming accelerates physical healing, boosts the immune system, and has a positive effect on anxiety, grief, and fatigue. Each person will have their…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Scandinavian Club Features the Keyboard Connection
Maynard Iverson, Historian Scandinavian Club SEV members are due for a special treat at the Dec. 19 meeting, to be held in the Arizona Room at Sun Lakes Country Club (Phase 1). The Keyboard Connection will provide Christmas music for the pleasure of attendees. This talented group of local ladies has performed for numerous organizations…
Card Games & Sports, December 2021
Bridge Quips
Shirley Jackson “The real test of a bridge player isn’t in keeping out of trouble, but in escaping once he’s in it.” —Alfred Sheinwold “Bridge is essentially a social game but, unfortunately, it attracts a large number of anti-social people!” —Unknown “One advantage of bad bidding is that you get practice at playing atrocious contracts.”…
Association News, December 2021
Do You Know the ACC Guideline for BBQ Grills?
ACC Committee Driving around the community, the ACC Committee has observed BBQ grills on front patios. The ACC Guideline for BBQ Grills is as follows on page 2 of the ACC Guidelines: “Grills with/without propane container(s), when not in use, shall be stored at the rear of the house, or at the rear of the carports…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
December Rotary Club
Rotarians Support Sun Lakes’ The Perfect Place Day Services Mission Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Chair At a recent Rotary Club of Sun Lakes (RCSL) meeting, Dr. Rose Saunders, The Perfect Place – Adult Day Services Executive Director, discussed how The Perfect Place provides a safe, structured environment for socialization, recreational (non-medical), and enrichment…
Community News, December 2021
Welcome New Neighbors
Wendy Weber, Lifestyle Director Debbie McMahan Hometown/State: Denver, Colo. Ruth King-Cole Hometown/State: Lubbock, Texas Married for 30 years, Ruth has three children.
Community News, December 2021
Observations from Library Volunteers
Jo Frasure One can’t be in the library very long before you hear, “We have a wonderful library,” from someone walking by or browsing shelves. Our donations cover a wide range of reading interests, so you will find groupings for: • Large Print • War • Mystery • Biography/Autobiography • Nonfiction • Religion • Western…
Community News, December 2021
New Adventures in Learning: Membership Benefits
Jan Bobbett and Mary Kenny Did you know that a New Adventures in Learning (NA) membership provides benefits that reach beyond the opportunity to take a class, participate in a roundtable discussion, or enjoy a sponsored field trip? Let’s start with the basics of NA membership: * A large variety of classes offered throughout the…