David Zapatka Summer is coming and the sun is out. The sun is beautiful, but it’s also a genuine challenge on the pickleball court. We love playing in it and we occasionally curse it while squinting into a lob we’ve completely lost. Playing pickleball in the sun is a complicated relationship. You need a strategy.…
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May 2026, Community News
Community Church of SunBird Offers Root Beer Floats
Chuck Heitbrink On March 29, the Community Church of SunBird hosted a special event where volunteers prepared root beer floats by scooping ice cream and topping it off with refreshing root beer. The event provided a delightful treat for attendees on a hot Sunday afternoon. All donations collected during the event will be directed to…
April 2026, Card Games & Sports
Relishing Pickleball: Playing in the Wind
David Zapatka Wind is the great equalizer on the pickleball court. It doesn’t matter how polished your dink game is or how powerful your drive is; a stiff breeze can turn your best shots into unforced errors in a hurry. The good news is that with a few smart adjustments, you can use the wind…
April 2026, Clubs & Classes
SunBird Lady Niners Home and Home Tournament Wrap-Up
Teri Bitler With so many creative ways to play a Scramble, strategizing quickly became the name of the game at this year’s Home and Home Tournament. The field was a wonderful mix of 33 SunBird Lady Niners and 22 Sun Lakes Lady Niners, making for a spirited and friendly day of competition. One of the…
Clubs & Classes, April 2026
Lions Club – April 2026
Are You Interested in Serving Our Community? Chuck Heitbrink The SunBird Lions contribute to a wide range of local and national organizations. This year, the Lions from SunBird will donate over $35,000 to various causes. Achieving this remarkable milestone is only possible thanks to community members who volunteer and participate in our fundraising events. We…
April 2026, Community News
Easter Sunrise Service in SunBird!
Jamie Morgan The Community Church of SunBird is excited to present its annual Sunrise Service on April 5 at 6:30 a.m. Music, Scripture, and a short message, “What Were the Women Thinking?” adds to our celebration of Jesus’ Resurrection, which forever changed the world. This blessed morning sunrise event takes place on the second fairway…
Community News, April 2026
Welcome New Neighbors
Genevieve Mbang Owona Hometown/State: Chandler, Ariz. Genevieve has five children. She likes good shoes, handbags, and clothes Debra (“Debi”) Handrahan Hometown/State: Clovis, N.M. Debi is a widow. She has two children and six grandchildren. Iris Maldonado Hometown/State: Arizona Iris has two children.
April 2026, Association News
More Than a Move: Embracing Your Best Life at Robson Reserve
Lance Williams, Executive Director, Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes At Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, I often speak with prospective residents and families who are weighing an important decision: whether to remain in a longtime family home or consider a move to an independent living community. The family home is often filled with cherished memories,…
March 2026, Card Games & Sports
Relishing Pickleball: Hitting an Overhead
David Zapatka Have you noticed how often people are hitting lobs these days or is it just me? Think SMASH! The overhead smash is one of the most satisfying and effective shots in pickleball. When executed well, it can end a rally immediately or put your opponents on the defensive. However, many players struggle with…
March 2026, Community News
Community Church of SunBird
Community Church of SunBird (CCSB) is joining the fun and excitement of this snowbird season. We enjoy welcoming family, friends, new residents, and homeowners to our services. March 29 is our Root Beer Float Social on the patio from 1 to 3 p.m. Come and join us for an old-fashioned, refreshing root beer float and…