David Zapatka Reader Carmela Hopkins writes, “Every month I look for your column in the Splash. Have you considered an article on the word ‘run?’ You’re on a run. I mean roll.” There are more definitions of this word than any word I have researched. Here are a few. Run verb a. to go faster than…
Category: December 2022
Community News, December 2022
U.S. Military History: Unrecognized Heroes
Ross Dunfee When you hear your service-song played and you were in that branch of military service, please stand and be recognized. And so, the song goes, Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, and now Space Force. In turn, veterans of each branch of military service stand, the audience appropriately applauds the veterans, and…
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
Free Introductory Golf Lessons for SunBird Residents
Whether you are new to golfing or just getting back into the game, SunBird Golf Club volunteers can help you get started. The Golf Club volunteers are offering lessons on fairway shots, chipping, and putting on Sunday afternoons from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The last session in the three-session series is Dec. 4. Bring your…
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
SBGC President’s Report
Dave White, President, SunBird Golf Club Welcome back to our 238 golf club members. The overseed was great, with a little hiccup. We lost about 10% of the seed due to the 1.2 inches of rain we had about a week after the seed went down. The crew went out and hand raked most of…
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
29th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Save the date for the 29th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Sun Lakes, on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Oakwood Country Club. Registration begins at 11 a.m., the ball drop is at 12:15 p.m., and the shotgun start is at 12:30 p.m., followed by dinner, awards, auctions, and more!…
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
News from the SunBird Golf Shop
Laurie Kelech, Golf Shop Manager Welcome Back, Snowbirds, As we head into the holiday season, I wanted to start this article off with a great big “Thank You” to my staff. They do an outstanding job, and I wanted to say how much I appreciate all that they do. They go above and beyond their…
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
Golf Course Issues
Don’t forget! Please report all requests or issues regarding the golf course to the Golf Shop by calling 480-883-0820 or stopping in. We work closely with the superintendent to ensure these items are addressed.
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
Men’s Golf Club News
Scott Moore We snowbirds have been rolling in since October, eager to see and play some golf with each other, as well as our full-time friends. The Men’s Club Thursday play will be in high gear by the time you receive this newsletter, having kicked off the new season on Nov. 3. We also had…
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
Play Your Best Bridge Game
The card game bridge is now 100 years old and continues to be the most popular card game of all time. If you are looking for a place to play bridge, learn bridge, or improve your skills at the game, then this is your chance! Every Thursday morning at 8:45 a.m. a beginning bridge group…
Card Games & Sports, December 2022
Golf Course Event
Christina Riley, Assistant Golf Shop Manager Dec. 10, 2022 (Saturday): SunBird Open, TBD Dec. 14, 2022 (Wednesday): SBGC Executive Meeting, Apache Room, noon Dec. 16, 2022 (Friday): SBGC Monthly Meeting, ballroom, 11 a.m. Jan. 18, 2023 (Wednesday): SBGC Executive Meeting, Apache Room, noon Jan. 20 (Friday): SBGC Monthly Meeting, ballroom, 11 a.m. Jan. 20 (Friday): Founders Day Auction—more info to…