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Packages from Home

Marilyn Hespel On November 11, the SunBird Lions Club held the annual “Salute Our Veterans” Golf Tournament and also collected donations for the “Packages from Home” organization. Both the golfers and members of the community brought donations to the golf tournament or left them in the dedicated box in the community center. The “Packages from…

It was over the top

  Wes Akerman Joel Sybesma was successful in raising over $25,000 at the annual auction on SunBird’s patio. It was only possible through Joel’s tireless, some would say relentless, pursuit of goods, services and cash to be put on the auction block. The generosity of the over 200 participants was unparalleled. “Save Our Golf Course”…

Carnival of Tennis games in memory of Ray White

Mark your calendars … the SunBird Tennis Club and the Chandler Lions Club will be hosting a charity event; namely, Carnival of Tennis Games, in memory of Ray White. Ray was a devout member of the Tennis Club and a player dedicated to promoting the sport and teaching SunBird residents how to play. Ray spent…

Celebrate Christmas Eve service

Bob Neuman Once more as we enter into the spirit of Christmas, do we realize it does not exist for the gifts, the shopping, the gatherings or the food? It exists because God sent His Son in the form of a tiny baby to save our souls and open the door to Heaven. As Max…

Community Auction November 17

Our Community Auction is scheduled for November 17. First impressions are extremely important. What makes SunBird the jewel of Chandler is the first view down Championship and over to our luxurious clubhouse on SunBird Boulevard. The lush fairways, the lakes and fountains create a lasting impression, greens that attract attention. This is all made possible…

SunBird Yarn Club begins season of giving

Dianne Reed The SunBird Yarn Club meets each Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Hopi Room. If you are learning and your first attempt to crochet a dishcloth turned into a triangle, or if you are experienced and can teach us intarsia and mosaic knitting, we want you. We share advice and patterns, exchange…

Pickleball Players Prepare For Action-Packed Season

Roger Mandeville The end of another hot summer is in sight, and we are excited for double-digit temps at SunBird. SunBird Pickleball Club President Marianna Buescher is excited and looking forward to seeing all of the outdoor activities around SunBird starting to pick up in the next few months. The SunBird Pickleball Club held an…