Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott In the lush embrace of May, our hearts turn to celebrate the tapestry of graduations unfolding across our community. This season, as we laud the achievements of our children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren, we’re reminded of the journey of growth and learning that spans generations. This year, I find myself among…
Gail Schroeder What a fun event we had again this year! The Horizon Room tables were so festive, and the pulled pork and potato salad were exceptionally good, not to mention the cookies, which we didn’t need but loved! Jill Ponce and Janelle Cernich put together the gift baskets and other gifts for the drawings…
Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club Volunteers make the difference. To make a good club experience, you need the right combination of dedicated individuals willing to put their good talents to work for the betterment of the club. For the Sun Lakes Hiking Club, we’ve benefited from years of talented individuals stepping up and defining…
Harry Huckemeyer The Short Line Model Railroad Club had put in place a busy agenda for the first half of 2024, but due to circumstances beyond our control, we had to make a few adjustments. The Open House at the Arizona Railroad Museum was scheduled for February, but it had to be delayed and eventually…
David Zapatka While cruising around Australia on the way to Thursday Island, I read this description about the port city. “The mixed population of Malays, Chinese, Japanese, and Melanesians are engaged mainly in pearling and trochus and sea cucumber fishing.” Trochus—tro·chus noun: 1.a. Capitalized. a genus of chiefly Old World tropical marine gastropods (family Trochidae)…
During group Sew Days, members make quilts and other items for the needs of a variety of nonprofits supported by Desert Threads Quilters. Members make simple utility bags for carrying various items handed out at the refugee center in Phoenix. Immigrants waiting for their sponsors to pick them up attend the center and obtain necessities…