The Cottonwood Tennis Club in Sun Lakes, host of the largest multi-club charity tennis event in the East Valley, is proud to announce new software that simplifies event registration! The Bradshaw-Neu Charity Tennis Classic Dates: Nov. 15–21, 2026 (7-day tournament) Eligibility: Open to all 55+ communities in the area This year, even more clubs have…
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July 2026, Clubs & Glasses
SunBird Lions Club – July 2026
Flamingo Flocking Charity Fundraiser Are you searching for a creative and enjoyable way to support our local Lions Club? Consider joining our “Flamingo Flocking” charity fundraiser! Recently SunBird resident Linda Smith was surprised when the “flock” arrived for her Birthday. This unique event allows you to surprise a friend or neighbor by sending a flock…
June 2026, Community News
Sheriff’s Posse Holds Very Successful Shred-A-Thon and Drug Take-Back Event
Bill Shedd The Semi-Annual National Drug Take Back and Shred Event was held April 25 in Sun Lakes by the Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office and The Hero’s Home Team. This Spring Event was a huge success with 600 cars going through the line. We shredded over 18 tons of paper,…
Clubs & Classes, October 2025
Flamingo Flocking Charity Fundraiser
Are you searching for a creative and enjoyable way to support our local Lions Club? Consider joining our Flamingo Flocking charity fundraiser! This unique event allows you to surprise a friend or neighbor by sending a flock of pink flamingos to their yard, all while helping us raise important funds for our community projects. How…
Community News, October 2025
Save the Date for the 2025 Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Charity Classic
Sponsored by the Cottonwood Tennis Club, the Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament is the largest and most exciting club and community builder fundraiser of the year for both participants and spectators. This year it will be held Nov. 16-23. Entry is open to all 55+ communities in the area, and all of the Cottonwood courts are used…
Card Games & Sports, December 2024
Pickleball Club
The SunBird Pickleball Club is delighted to welcome our newest members Joyce Kelner, Bob Allison, and Bill Holliday. We’re excited to have you with us, and we look forward to playing together on the courts! Once you’ve paid your dues, you’ll gain access to our TeamReach app where you can view all club play schedules…
November 2024, Community News
It Takes a Village
Barb Jorgensen How many volunteers does it take to run one of the largest multi-community tennis charity events? Over 60 volunteer positions have been filled thus far! The list of volunteers to pull this off is mind-blowing. It’s an “all hands on deck” affair, and we are very thankful to each and every one of…
April 2024, Card Games & Sports
SunBird Pickleball Club Charity Tournament
The SunBird Pickleball Club hosted the Seventh Annual Pickle4Purple Charity Pickleball tournament to raise money to research cures for Alzheimer’s/dementia, as well as provide funding to help caregivers. Funds raised go to the Alzheimer’s Association. We could not have done this without the generosity of our community. Many people donated valuable time and money for…
Community News, July 2018
Chandler Food Bank in need of items this summer
My name is Julie, I am a SunBird resident and I volunteer at a Chandler food bank. Our winter residents are leaving, so if you have extra food (unopened, please) that you can’t use, I would be glad to take it to the food bank. The food bank also accepts toiletries, all cleaning and…
Card Games & Sports, February 2018
SunBird Pickleballers raise money for Alzheimer’s
Roger Mandeville Wearing their purple shirts with the words, “Together We Can End Alzheimer’s,” SunBird residents Dan and Marianna Buescher, Margret McCathern and Dean Webb walked the 5k/3.1 miles to raise money to support Alzheimer’s research. “We are looking for the first survivor,” says Marianna Buescher, lead coordinator for the SunBird Alzheimer’s fundraising team.…