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Sun City West church hosts blessing of the pets

Shepherd of the Hills Church, 13658 W. Meeker Blvd., is hosting a blessing of the pets 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. The event will include a celebration, blessings and activities, beginning with …
EVENT

Gearing up for Sun City Expo

The Sun City Senior Expo, hosted by Independent Newsmedia, is coming soon to give seniors the opportunity to engage with business representatives and explore available resources. The expo will …
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At CenterWell Senior Primary Care in Phoenix, It's About Time

"Julia is the best provider I've ever had. She's really taking great care of me, and I hope to have her until the end of my time." - CenterWell Sun City patient "This was an incredible …
CLUBS

Sun City Ukulele Club hosts new member orientation

The Sun City Ukulele Club is hosting orientation sessions 1:30-2:30 p.m. Oct. 3 and 17 in the Fairway Center Music Room. Newcomers will learn to play and sing a few simple songs to help them discover …
NEIGHBORS

Sun City West church hosts Tai Chi classes

Jan Stittleburg will soon lead Tai Chi Easy, a flow form of gentle exercise involving Tai Chi basic movements, qigong stretching and balance exercises, breathing techniques, and a bit of …
ENVIRONMENT

SCHOA shifts from mail to email

The Sun City Home Owners Association will begin sending membership renewal letters through email this month in an effort to be more efficient and environmentally friendly. “You asked for …
NEIGHBORS

Sun City Daughters make plans

Officers from the Sun City National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Agua Fria chapter, met to plan the upcoming nine months of meetings, programs and activities. This new group of …
EVENT

SCHOA hosts solar seminar

Green Muscle Solar will present an educational solar seminar from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Sun City Home Owners Association office, 10401 W. Coggins Drive. The seminar is free and open to all. …
CRIME

Sun City, Sun City West MCSO crime stats

Editor’s Note: The following information is obtained from Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office District 3. This column lists arrests, not convictions, unless otherwise stated. Arrested …
ENTERTAINMENT

Barna finds life’s work at KSWG

Mike Barna climbed the ranks in the radio industry from a humble start in sales to owning, operating and being a radio personality for the KSWG 96.3 Real Country station headquartered in Sun City. …

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OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
The fall season is a special time of the year in Sun City with lovely cool mornings, our “snowbird” friends return, and SCHOA meetings that help connect and support our community start up …
I have a question for the people on both sides of the political spectrum. What do you think you are accomplishing by defacing and stealing the political signs that have been posted now during our …
At Sun City Meals on Wheels, we deeply appreciate the dedication of our volunteers who deliver meals 365 days of the year.vTheir generosity and support are the backbone of our organization, enabling …
BUSINESS

Touchdown Sportswear scores in Valley

Touchdown Sportswear and Promotions has been the go-to store for many of Sun City’s athletic and corporate teams. “I’ve been working with Sun City Softball and other Sun City …
MUSIC

West Valley Chorale announces Young Singers Competition

The West Valley Chorale, under the direction of Ken Goodenberger, announces the sixth annual Young Singers Competition. Cash prizes up to $2,000 will be awarded to winners. Prize money is raised from …
CLUBS

Sun City artists create ‘wall of flowers'

The Artists by the Lake September challenge is to create a wall of flowers, and members have installed their newest display in the cases in front of the art room. Each piece is a unique …
AWARDS

Posse recognizes officers

The Sun City Posse recognized two officers for outstanding service at its Sept. 3 general meeting. Courtney Galura was recognized for 10 years’ service to the Posse and Butch Kurth …
NEIGHBORS

Sun City temple hosts open house ice cream social

Temple Beth Shalom of the West Valley, 12202 N. 101st Ave., is hosting its open house ice cream social 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, at 12202 N. 101st Ave. Guests will have a chance to meet Rabbi …
Entertainment
Tom Achtenberg is a founding member of the club that’s now the Northwest Valley Ukulele Club.

Ukeleles to play for good cause in West Valley

The Northwest Valley Ukulele Club is organizing a ukulele driveway concert to benefit Rosie’s House, a nonprofit music academy for children.
Dr. Lydia Woods of Drum Arizona, Inc. with drum makers at Doing Grief Community Healing Project. In front, from left, Woods and Shea Darian; in back, Deborah Fleming, Beth Georges, Elizabeth Copus and Patricia Bunch.

Drumming kicks off fall programs at Sun City Healing Project

The healing power of drumming became personal for Dr. Lydia Woods in 2014 when she was completing a chaplain internship at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta. She was one of six chaplains on call …
The West Side Tremble Clefs will present their first concert of the 2024-25 season 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, at the New Song United Methodist Church.

Tremble Clefs slate first concert of the season

The West Side Tremble Clefs will present their first concert of the 2024-25 season 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, at the New Song United Methodist Church, 16303 W. Bell Road. The public is welcome to …
Pictured is the Readers Theater cast.

Sun City Players make plans for upcoming season

The Sun City Players Community Theater has announced this season’s two mainstage productions. “Drinking Habits,” a farcical comedy, will be performed the weekends of Nov. 15-17 and …
Anna Han

Pianist performs at Sun City West church

Anna Han, Young Artist winner in piano from the National Federation of Music Clubs, will present a concert 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 13724 W. Meeker Blvd. Born in …
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