Arlene Block The SunBird Lions Club will be collecting clothing for the children going back to school at the Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary School. We are collecting new and gently used casual clothes such as light jackets, socks, blouses, shirts, shorts, dresses, and skirts. We are collecting for girls and boys in sizes 5 through…
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Front Page, July 2023
Garden Club Rock Hunt
The SunBird Garden Club Rock Hunt is back for the month of July! If you are out enjoying the “dry heat” and happen to be the first to find the “God Bless the USA” rock on our premises, you will be awarded a $10 Horizon Room gift card! Please send a picture showing you have…
Front Page, June 2023
A Very Successful Season for the Lady 18ers!
Margaret Munsch, Publicity The Lady 18ers ended their 2022-23 season on a cool and windy Tuesday with a round of golf, enjoying delicious appetizers and desserts prepared by the ladies themselves, a general meeting, and the presentation of the Annual Awards. While the weather for the season was cooler, windier, and wetter than most previous…
Front Page, June 2023
Horizon Room’s Smiles, Changes Are Impressing Diners!
Jackie Cox Horizon Room’s new manager Julie Rundle has made some popular changes you’ll enjoy. She is working closely with golf course management to provide food during golf tournaments. She also introduced a popular brunch buffet on Sundays. Responding to customers’ requests, cinnamon rolls are available every morning, prepared by Kathy Waddell. Friday’s menu includes…
Front Page, May 2023
SunBird’s Neon Night Party and Outdoor Concert Was a Huge Success!
Wendy Armijo, Lifestyle Director Thank you, SunBird! Saturday, April 1, was an absolutely beautiful evening for SunBird’s Neon Night Party and Outdoor Concert! With over 1,200 SunBird residents and guests in attendance, this fabulous event featured Renaissance recording artist Dina Preston Band, delicious pulled pork sandwiches prepared by the Horizon Room, amazing food trucks: Copper…
Front Page, May 2023
Conley Cup Tournament
Congratulations to Team Canada for out-scoring Team USA (14-10) and taking home the prized Conley Cup in the 2023 tournament! It was a close race, and the Canadians prevailed all weekend while providing great entertainment for those spectators following the teams around the course. This thrilling, three-day event is similar in format to the Ryder…
Front Page, May 2023
Rotary Club Supports East Valley YMCA
Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Director Rotary Club of Sun Lakes (RCSL) serves the East Valley in many ways. RCSL presented a $1,000 check to Chandler/Gilbert Family YMCA. The donation will be directed towards scholarships to the YMCA’s Safety Around Water Week’s May 2023 Learn How to Swim Program. Safety Around Water is a…
Front Page, April 2023
Kare Bears Close Out Their Season
Shirley Jackson SunBird Kare Bears have had a fruitful season. The by-laws have been reviewed, updated, and approved. Members should have received a copy of the by-laws, along with the February minutes, sent via email. The March meeting was filled with the election of a new board. Discussion and approval of payout of the funds…
Front Page, April 2023
Easter Activities in SunBird
Palm Sunday Our Easter Celebration this year begins on Palm Sunday, April 2, at 9 a.m. in the ballroom. Our Celebration Singers are pleased to present a selection of songs from The Easter Story cantata, by Thomas Fettke and Thomas Grassi. Pastor Gary Howell is our pastor that morning. Maundy Thursday Our Easter Celebration continues with…
Front Page, April 2023
Chalk Full of Fun in the Billiards Room
Sue Stephenson An overlooked activity at SunBird is billiards. The Billiards Room is located on the ground floor adjacent to the HOA office. The room is very active. On Wednesday morning the ladies play from 9 to 11 a.m. The women’s group plays straight 8-Ball. Couples stop in for play throughout the day. Men play…