Kare Bear Fair
Saturday, March 1, Ballroom, 8 a.m. to noon
Free admission, lots of vendors, white elephant table, arts and crafts, and many unique gift items! We hope to see you there!
Spring Fling in Paradise, Sponsored by the SunBird Bandits
Saturday, March 1, Ballroom, 7 to 10 p.m.
As the weather is warming and the cacti are blooming, SunBird will be looking more like paradise every day! It’s time to put on your dancing shoes and celebrate spring “island style”! Come join us in the ballroom as we dance to the music of the ever-popular Flashback Cadillac. There will be a full cash bar and pre-packaged snacks only. Sponsored by the Bandits, proceeds will be shared with the community. For questions, call Toni Leonard at 708-975-0218 or Shirl Morgan at 403-896-7119.
SunBird Garden Club Annual Home & Garden Tour
Sunday, March 2, SunBird Community, 1 to 3 p.m.
The SunBird Garden Club looks forward to seeing everyone at the Home & Garden Tour! Any tickets remaining on the day of the tour will be available at the educational garden (located along the path between hole nine and the clubhouse) for $20. Happy touring!
Annual Membership Meeting
Monday, March 3, Ballroom, 7 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to report to the membership on the operations of 2024. All are encouraged to attend.
Bean Bag Baseball
Tuesday, March 4, on the patio; Wednesday, March 12, 19, and 26, in the ballroom, 4 p.m.
Bean Bag Baseball continues through April! Join us at 4 p.m. in the ballroom for a fun night of baseball. Bean Bag Baseball will be held Wednesdays* through April. If you would like to play, contact Mary Beth Kosiba at 219-689-5800 to sign up. *Check calendar for exact dates.
Mid-Week Car Show
Wednesday, March 5, Waterview Parking Lot, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come early and park your car, then grab a coffee or enjoy breakfast before the show in our Horizon Room restaurant. There will be a Lions Club 50/50 raffle, “Favorite of the Show” Award, lunch (hot dogs/hamburgers with potato chips), and a drink will be available for purchase on the patio. If you would like to participate or for further information, contact Doug Davidson at [email protected]. Proudly sponsored by Cactus Mountain Properties.
SunBird Singers and Ringers – “Listen to the Music”
Wednesday and Thursday, March 5 and 6, Ballroom, 7 p.m.
Join us on Wednesday and/or Thursday, March 6 and 7, for the SunBird Singers and Ringers’ annual Spring Concert. The evening will include a memorable celebration of spring through music and song. We hope to see you there!
SunBird Lions Bingo
Friday, March 7 and 21, Ballroom, 5:30 p.m.
SunBird Lions Bingo is back in full swing! As usual, our season runs through April on the first and third Friday of the month. Ticket sales begin at 5:30 p.m., and the first game begins at 6:30 p.m. There are 15 games nightly. We hope you will join us!
Saturday Night DJ Party with DJs Tito & Taco
Saturday, March 8, Horizon Room, 7 to 10 p.m.
Welcome to the party! Bring your friends and join us in the Horizon Room on Saturday, March 8, for a fun night of music and dancing with DJs Tito & Taco! They’ll be spinnin’ all your favorite tunes! Come early and grab a bite to eat, purchase your favorite drinks at the bar, or enjoy our drink specials. Everyone is welcome!
Fame Trivia, Hosted by “The Fish” Jeff Aaron
Tuesday, March 11 and 25, Horizon Room, 7 p.m.
Join the fun! A night with Fame Trivia is an exciting evening full of fun questions, music, and audience participation, creating a competitive, fun-filled environment, making you want to come back and play again! Free to play, new quiz each week! Music, movies, sports, pop culture, general knowledge, picture page, and so much more! Gather your friends (especially the smart ones) and come out for a fun night of Fame Trivia! No more than eight people per team, and no pre-registration is required. All brains are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Friday Fun Bingo
Friday, March 14 and 28, Ballroom, 7 p.m.
Join us for this awesome activity! This is not your everyday Bingo! Bring your friends, come socialize, enjoy great music, and have fun! We’ll be playing five games for only $1 per game! You can play all five games or just one, play one card or as many as you’d like, the choice is yours! Friday Fun Bingo is for SunBird members and authorized guests only. Please be sure to bring your SunBird ID for entry. If you do not have an ID, please stop by the HOA office to get one. Due to the popularity of this fun event and in order to accommodate SunBird members, the number of guests SunBird members may bring is limited to two guests per household. SunBird members, along with their guests, must all be together when entering the ballroom. Additionally, the SunBird Maintenance Team has set up the ballroom for this event. Please do not take it upon yourself to set up any additional tables and chairs. Have fun, and good luck!
Community Shredding Day
Saturday, March 15, 8 to 10 a.m., Waterview Parking Lot
Material should be in banker-size boxes or containers. Boxes and containers will be returned.
SunBird Irish Club 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner, Dance, and Basket Raffle
Saturday, March 15, Ballroom, 4 p.m.
The Irish Club Dinner, Dance, along with their amazing basket raffle, will be held in the SunBird ballroom on Saturday, March 15, from 4 to 8 p.m. Happy Hour will be from 4 to 5 p.m. Dinner of corned beef and cabbage or shepherd’s pie will begin at 5 p.m. Music will be provided by SunBird’s own Rusty Parts band. Tickets are only $25 per person and will be available in the clubhouse lobby Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. through March 14. This event is open to all SunBird residents!
SunBird Irish Club St. Patrick’s Day Golf Cart Parade
Monday, March 17, Waterview (by large pool), 3 p.m.
Decorate your golf cart for a fun parade through the SunBird community. Judges will choose the best decorated carts for prizes. All SunBird residents are welcome! We’ll start lining the carts up at 2:30 p.m., and the parade will begin at 3 p.m. Residents can cheer on and enjoy the parade from their homes while the carts drive the parade route.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Tuesday, March 18, Ballroom, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Save a Life, Give Blood! This March, the American Red Cross is encouraging donors to “spring” into action and give blood, platelets, or plasma! Those who give blood, platelets, or AB Elite plasma will receive a $10 gift card by email.* The need for blood is constant, and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds, and most of us will need blood in our lifetime. To schedule an appointment, go to www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time or call 1-800-RED CROSS. *Must have a valid email address on file.
Coffee & Conversation
Wednesday, March 19, Ballroom, 10 a.m.
Join SunBird General Manager Layne Varney and Lifestyle Director Wendy Armijo on the third Wednesday of the month to find out what’s happening in and around SunBird, upcoming activities, events, and more. We hope to see you there! Thank you to Ecoseal for sponsoring this event!
Art & Sip
Thursday, March 20, Navajo Room, 5 p.m.
Join us in the Horizon Room as local artist Kaui Wilson helps to create a masterful painting on canvas while sipping, laughing, and socializing. She will provide step-by-step instruction to those who need very specific direction and take you through your masterpiece from start to finish in a series of small and simple (but very detailed) steps. This will be a fun and entertaining art class. No experience is necessary! All art supplies and instruction are provided, and we’ll include one glass of wine! (Food and additional beverages are not included.) Tickets are only $38 per person and are available at the HOA office. Please register at the HOA office by Wednesday, March 19.
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Jamal
Saturday, March 22, Horizon Room, 7 to 10 p.m.
Welcome to the party! Bring your friends and let’s dance the night away and have a fun-filled evening with DJ Jamal! Come early and grab a bite to eat, purchase your favorite drinks at the bar, or enjoy our drink specials. Everyone is welcome!
Root Beer Float Social, Sponsored by the Community Church of SunBird
Sunday, March 23, Patio, 1 to 3 p.m.
Please join the Community Church of SunBird on Sunday, March 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. on the patio and enjoy an old-fashioned root beer float and meet new people! All donations received that day are for their Mission Outreach Program.
SunBird Lions Club – 30 Years of Dedication
Tuesday, March 25, 2 to 5 p.m.
Please join us in honoring the SunBird Lions Club as they celebrate 30 years of dedication and service to Chandler and SunBird Golf Resort. Explore the club’s history while savoring wine and snacks with members, friends, family, and neighbors. We hope to see you on Tuesday, March 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. in the SunBird Golf Resort ballroom.
TAD Management Presents The Broadway Concert Experience
Thursday, March 27, Ballroom, 7 p.m.
Get ready for a night of pure Broadway magic as Jonathan Williams and Kelly Anne Gower take the stage in “The Broadway Concert Experience.” This spectacular concert brings together the greatest hits of Broadway and the West End in one mesmerizing show. Kelly Anne has graced some of the world’s most prestigious venues and sailed the high seas as a performer on renowned cruise lines. With an impressive resume that includes unforgettable roles such as We Will Rock You in London’s legendary West End, Maureen in a gala performance of Rent at the Garrick Theatre, and Eponine in Les Misérables at the Queens and Palace Theatre, Kelly’s talent knows no bounds. She has even had the privilege of performing for Her Majesty the Queen at Windsor Castle. You may also recognize Kelly from her critically acclaimed appearance in Universal Pictures’ version of Les Misérables on the big screen. Jonathan Williams hails from the enchanting land of Wales where his passion for singing and performing first took flight. From the stages of London’s West End to the dazzling lights of Broadway, from Monte Carlo to Dubai, Jonathan has established himself as an international leading man and headliner. Having recently completed successful residencies with the Tenors of Rock at Harrah’s and Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, Jonathan’s impressive credits include portraying Jean Valjean in Les Misérables at the Queen’s Theatre, Roger Davis in Rent at the Garrick Theatre, and Jesus in the 40th Anniversary Concert of Godspell. Jonathan’s remarkable talent was also showcased in the 25th Anniversary Concert of Les Misérables at London’s O2 Arena, where he not only played the role of Combeferre but was honored with the prestigious opening solo line as Convict Number 1. In yet another remarkable moment, he had the privilege of performing for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and an exclusive audience at Windsor Castle. Prepare to be captivated by the powerhouse vocals and charismatic stage presence of Jonathan Williams and Kelly Anne Gower as they transport you to the magical world of Broadway in “The Broadway Concert Experience.” Don’t miss this extraordinary showcase of the greatest hits that have made Broadway the cultural phenomenon it is today. Tickets are $20 per person and are available at the HOA office. Full cash bar, pre-packaged snacks only.
Groove-A-Palooza Disco Party
Saturday, March 29, Outdoor Stage, 5 p.m.
Put on your jumpsuits, sequin outfits, groovy threads, and your platform shoes and hustle on down. We’re having a party! Be sure to join us for SunBird’s annual spring outdoor concert, the Groove-A-Palooza Disco Party, to be held on Saturday, March 29. This free community event will feature funky live music by Uncorked The Band, beer gardens, a variety of food, 50/50 drawing, and lots of fun! This will be the funkiest party in town. You don’t want to miss this event! Groove-A-Palooza is open to SunBird residents and guests only. SunBird residents will be required to show their SunBird ID to obtain a wristband for entry for themselves as well as their guest(s) ($10 per guest). Stay tuned for further details. Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Lifestyle Director Wendy Armijo at [email protected].
Corn Toss
Every Monday through March 24, Sport Courts, 4 p.m.
Blood Pressure Clinic
Every Thursday, Puzzle Room, 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Sozo Physical Therapy
Every Friday, Fitness Room, 8 to 9 a.m.
On-site physical therapy, each session is free! Health coaching is provided to help you address and improve your health care needs. Sign up in the Fitness Room. This is an introductory session only, not intended as private sessions. If you would like to see the therapist outside of the listed time, please call 480-895-0965.
Community Church of SunBird
Every Sunday, Ballroom, 9 a.m.
TAD Management Presents Disco Inferno
Tuesday, April 15, Ballroom, 7 p.m.
Take a trip to the Decade of Disco—The 1970s—with an exclusive VIP ticket to the hottest nightclub in town. This fantastic show will have you dancing in the aisles as you boogie the night away to some of the most iconic hits of the ‘70s. World-class singers and musicians will be performing the greatest hits from these timeless artists, live! From the Bee Gees to Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor to The Jackson 5 and so many more! Wear your flares and sequins and turn those collars up for an unforgettable night of dance floor-filling 45s. Incredible style from an incredible decade with the most incredible music. Disco Inferno will have you screaming out for more! Tickets are $20 per person and will be on sale on Wednesday, March 5, in the Apache Room from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. After March 5, tickets will be available at the HOA office.
2025 TAD Tribute Shows
Tuesday, April 15: Disco Inferno: The 1970s, Decade of Disco (tickets on sale Wednesday, March 5)
Friday, Oct. 17: Voyager: Tribute to Journey (tickets on sale Wednesday, Sept. 3)
Wednesday, Nov. 12: Toby: Tribute to Toby Keith (tickets on sale Wednesday, Oct. 1)
Tuesday, Dec. 9: An Inspired Christmas: The Boys of December ‘63 (tickets Wednesday, Oct. 29)