Tag: events

Board Notes

A board of directors open business meeting was held on Nov. 24 at 10 a.m. in the ballroom. The following are notes from this meeting. To view the video recording of this meeting, please go to sunbirdhoa.com and select “Board & Committees,” then select “Board Meeting Videos,” and then select the meeting to view. The…

Manager’s Report

Layne Varney Happy New Year! Where did 2025 go? It’s hard to believe that another year has come and gone and the new year 2026 is upon us. This past year was an exciting and fun-filled year with memorable shows, activities, and events at SunBird. SunBird has had a wonderful holiday season with excellent concerts,…

January Pickleball News

Welcome to the club, Linda Brown! Welcome Back Party on Nov. 8 We had more than 25 players who played and socialized. The food was great, and the camaraderie was even better! Community Days Community Days was awesome! Kathy and Brian Long hosted the pickleball table and gave out loads of information. TeamReach Reminder Remember…

SunBird Chili Cook-off

Jack Cooper The SunBird Chili Cook-off is set for Wednesday, Jan. 21, beginning at 5 p.m. in the ballroom. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $12 for those not participating in the Founders Tournament. The Founders Tournament draw for teams will be held at 7 p.m. following the Chili Cook-off festivities, which are…

Good News!

Paul Klancher The Wednesday and Saturday shuffleboard leagues will begin at 1 p.m. on Dec. 17 and 20, respectively. The Monday 9 a.m. league will open after the holidays. All leagues follow the same format: playing two games, each approximately 45 minutes, with a partner chosen at random. Players should arrive 15 minutes early to…

Kare Bears

Annie Sanchez It’s December already, and the Kare Bears have started a busy season! Our first Fair of the year was very well received, and we look forward to continuing in the new year. Our annual food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank was fantastic! The generosity of the ladies is so heartwarming with all…

Sun Lakes Community Theatre – December 2025

SLCT’s Children’s Theatre Preps for 2026 School Performances Kindergartners and first graders will thrill to the sights and sounds of Horton Hatches the Egg through much of Spring, 2026. The volunteers who will delight them have been assembled to don the costumes and play the parts needed to enchant the kids in this adaptation of…

Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse – December 2025

Posseman Ken Hinatsu Wins Above & Beyond Award Bill Shedd Posseman Ken Hinatsu was recently honored at the American Red Cross Breakfast in October. Hinatsu was awarded the Above & Beyond Award. The Above & Beyond Award honors individuals who not only host blood drives consistently, but also have maintained high levels of success due…