Kyle Messner New Adventures in Learning (NAIL) will offer a special sampling of four programs from Jan. 12 through Jan. 15. These classes provide a glimpse into the diverse topics NAIL presents each year. The sessions are open to anyone interested in learning more about our organization, and participants may attend one or all of…
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Community News, January 2026
WANTED: Untrained and Hidden Talent
If you are saying, “I haven’t sung since high school,” or “I only sing the hymns at church,” then we want you! You are just the person we need to help carry on the 35-year tradition of the SunBird Singers. Our first rehearsal for the Spring Concert will be at 4 p.m. in the ballroom…
Community News, January 2026
Singers History and New Concert Schedule
Lois Anderson In the early 2000s, the Singers group underwent a significant leadership transition. During this period, it became evident that the small spinet piano being used for concerts was insufficient to project sound throughout the ballroom. To resolve this issue, the Singers organized a Music Marathon with the objective of raising approximately $10,000. The…
January 2026, Community News
Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse to Hold First Responders Open House January 24
Bill Shedd The annual First Responders Open House will be held at the Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse office on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 9531 E. Riggs Road in Sun Lakes. The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) specialty units, along with Arizona Fire & Medical will be there for a…
January 2026, Community News
Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana Party
Save the date of Saturday, March 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. on the SunBird patio. Check the February newspaper for ticket information. If you would like to help with this event, please text or call Fern at 248-252-5002 or Carol at 734-674-0093.
January 2026, Community News
Dakotas and Nebraska Roundup 2026 Set for March 7
Mark your calendars now for the 22nd Annual Dakotas and Nebraska Roundup on Saturday, March 7, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on the SunBird patio! SunBird residents who have lived in the Dakotas or Nebraska, along with their friends, are invited. More details will be coming! Would you be willing to assist the committee? We…
January 2026, Community News
Annual SunBird Bandits Golf Tournament
The annual SunBird Bandits Golf Tournament will be on Wednesday, Feb. 25, with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The tournament is open to all (max: 144 golfers). It is a two-person triple play event (scramble/best ball/alternate shot), and teams are Women, Men, and Mixed (all flighted). The cost is $60 per player, which includes…
January 2026, Community News
SunBird Golf Resort Auction
Join us on Friday, Jan. 23, at 1 p.m. on the patio for the SunBird Golf Resort Auction. Auction premier corporate sponsors are Garrett Peterson and Blake Peterson of A-1 Golf Carts. Cousins Garrett and Blake Peterson, executives of this family-owned business, which is just a few blocks down the road, continue to support the…
January 2026, Association News
Social Events
SunBird Lions Bingo Friday, Jan. 2 and 16, Ballroom, 5:30 p.m. SunBird Lions Bingo is in full swing! As usual, their 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. They hope…
January 2026, Association News
City of Chandler Solid Waste Services, Bulk Collection, and Hazardous Waste
Bonnie Marcus, Community Administrator With everyone returning for the winter, I would like to reiterate the Chandler Waste Services Program. Every Monday the city will pick up your blue can or recyclables. These items can be newspapers; magazines; paper sacks; cardboard boxes; aluminum beverage cans; tin cans; soup-type cans; plastic bottles, jugs, and containers; and…