MY SUN DAY NEWS
June 14, 2018
We all have those timeless pearls of wisdom from Grandpa or Dad. “Three of our grandkids were over yesterday just chatting. I asked them if they remember anything about the ‘many things’ I’ve spoken on over the years. The floodgates opened. One and possibly the best, as they agreed they all heard me say it, multiple times: ‘I’m going to give you some advice even if you don’t want to hear it.’ Second ‘You’ve got to let some things go,’” said Norm Ost, Sun City resident.
Polling women at a women’s luncheon social, Mary Lou Dorgan found that “Only two ladies and I have gone to the [Sun City] website. All three of us had trouble signing in. I never could, even though I had to change my password. One lady had trouble finding the resident directory. She also thought it was harder to maneuver through it. One had trouble locating the site for modifications.”
The relay for Life of Huntley-Marengo is being held on June 9 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Huntley Park District Rec Center at 12015 Mill Street, Huntley. The Sun City team volunteers are working hard to raise funds for the Fight Against Cancer.
What, you might ask, is a Participation Party?
According to Bonnie Spasojevich, it’s “an event to showcase volunteer opportunities and charter clubs” as advertised by the Sun City Activity Committee.
Jordan Debbink, Special Events & Volunteer Coordinator for the Pioneer Center, stated the hard truth: “Funding for helping the homeless and hungry isn’t getting any better. We had an idea and desire to connect with the fine arts community that live in our county. This idea evolved into our art auction with pieces of art from the community.”
There was a palpable excitement during the entire opening day game for the Coyotes as they took on the Monarchs. “Yea Poppa! Yea Poppa!” screamed little Chelsea Kick, cheering on her Grandfather Chuck Martin. Her cheering might have been a catalyst for Martin, as he was 5 for 5 in the nine-inning game; two of those hits were home runs in the 5th and 7th inning.
There was a palpable excitement during the entire opening day game for the Coyotes as they took on the Monarchs.
“Yea Poppa! Yea Poppa!” screamed little Chelsea Kick, cheering on her Grandfather Chuck Martin. Her cheering might have been a catalyst for Martin, as he was 5 for 5 in the nine-inning game; two of those hits were home runs in the 5th and 7th inning.
Around Sun City’s lodges, we see the beautiful art of creating: painting, sculptures of ceramic and clay, and even glass are a part of the wide range of media that artists use – but what about toothpicks? Cesar Vega, a Peruvian-American resident of Sun City, uses the skills of an architect and the vision of an artist, to create intricate toothpick replicas.
Around Sun City’s lodges, we see the beautiful art of creating: painting, sculptures of ceramic and clay, and even glass are a part of the wide range of media that artists use – but what about toothpicks?
Cesar Vega, a Peruvian-American resident of Sun City, uses the skills of an architect and the vision of an artist, to create intricate toothpick replicas.
You cannot help but shudder when you hear the “C” word. Everyone reacts differently to hearing the news, and friends are sometimes at loss for words. “We are here to raise funds to get rid of this terrible disease,” said Deb Oaks, a Relay For Life coordinator for an event in Huntley Park on June 9. “Our goal is $48,000 this year.”
You cannot help but shudder when you hear the “C” word.
Everyone reacts differently to hearing the news, and friends are sometimes at loss for words.
“We are here to raise funds to get rid of this terrible disease,” said Deb Oaks, a Relay For Life coordinator for an event in Huntley Park on June 9. “Our goal is $48,000 this year.”
Greeting cards, it seems, are becoming passé in an era of texts, Facebook birthday posts, and tweets. Lisa Burton Bradford still believes in sending those cards in the mail, but she designs and makes them herself. “I have been stamping since 1990. There are no mistakes when you make your own cards. They are all unique and you can always fix what you don’t like,” she said.
Greeting cards, it seems, are becoming passé in an era of texts, Facebook birthday posts, and tweets.
Lisa Burton Bradford still believes in sending those cards in the mail, but she designs and makes them herself.
“I have been stamping since 1990. There are no mistakes when you make your own cards. They are all unique and you can always fix what you don’t like,” she said.
There is nothing more rewarding than seeing students’ faces light up when they see their grandparents come to their classroom. “One of our first Grandparents’ Days was with our granddaughter, Amanda, in 2004. We came right from O’Hare from a trip. We went straight to the classroom,” Donna Newbanks, Sun City Resident remembers.
There is nothing more rewarding than seeing students’ faces light up when they see their grandparents come to their classroom.
“One of our first Grandparents’ Days was with our granddaughter, Amanda, in 2004. We came right from O’Hare from a trip. We went straight to the classroom,” Donna Newbanks, Sun City Resident remembers.
“I love, love traveling, and I am passionate about introducing Europe to others. I want to share the world experience and their cultures.” Kathleen Talbot’s exuberance underscores her passion for travel. Talbot is a recently retired assistant principal; she taught for 21 years, ending her career as an assistant principal for the last 10 years.
“I love, love traveling, and I am passionate about introducing Europe to others. I want to share the world experience and their cultures.”
Kathleen Talbot’s exuberance underscores her passion for travel. Talbot is a recently retired assistant principal; she taught for 21 years, ending her career as an assistant principal for the last 10 years.
Nancy Morbeck facilitates the delivery of warm hugs. These hugs are in the form of quilts from Huntley, Illinois to recipients here in Huntley and all over the world.
Nancy Morbeck facilitates the delivery of warm hugs.
These hugs are in the form of quilts from Huntley, Illinois to recipients here in Huntley and all over the world.
“I have woven 1,900 baskets.” Mary Price smiles while she shares her passion with Sun City residents. She has been teaching at Sun City since 2003.
“I have woven 1,900 baskets.”
Mary Price smiles while she shares her passion with Sun City residents. She has been teaching at Sun City since 2003.
The Healing Gallery at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital is a rotating gallery that exhibits works of art from local artists. Starting January 9, the Healing Gallery is displaying the works of the artists of the Sun City Pencil and Palette Club for two months.
It’s on Facebook – so it must be true. “I found out the news from my daughter. She called me and congratulated me for being selected for the Chicago 16-Inch Softball Hall of Fame (HOF) – she saw it on Facebook,” said Glenn Groebli.
It’s on Facebook – so it must be true.
“I found out the news from my daughter. She called me and congratulated me for being selected for the Chicago 16-Inch Softball Hall of Fame (HOF) – she saw it on Facebook,” said Glenn Groebli.
It was a familiar storefront for over 14 years. The Hallmark store sat next to Jewel on Route 47 in Huntley. Later, the storeowners abandoned the Hallmark brand and brought in “A New Dawn Boutique” last July. But on January 31, the boutique closed its doors.
“I can’t tell you how much we appreciate you being here,” said Scott Iddings, Leggee School Principal. Iddings explained just how much help is needed in the school. The tasks start at the beginning of the year, getting kindergarten students off the bus and into the classroom.” Sara Dubose, a kindergarten teacher, said of the volunteers, “You are true angels in the building.”
“I can’t tell you how much we appreciate you being here,” said Scott Iddings, Leggee School Principal.
Iddings explained just how much help is needed in the school. The tasks start at the beginning of the year, getting kindergarten students off the bus and into the classroom.”
Sara Dubose, a kindergarten teacher, said of the volunteers, “You are true angels in the building.”
Wimbledon in the winter? Tall Oaks Tennis Club hosts tennis socials during the winter months for members and prospective members to meet, play tennis, and of course, eat! Tennis socials are a great opportunity to swing away the pounds and crush your stress away and to meet new people through the game.
Wimbledon in the winter?
Tall Oaks Tennis Club hosts tennis socials during the winter months for members and prospective members to meet, play tennis, and of course, eat! Tennis socials are a great opportunity to swing away the pounds and crush your stress away and to meet new people through the game.
Music therapy sessions are helping people with Parkinson’s disease, but how? Music, particularly rhythm, can become a template for organizing a series of movements.
Music therapy sessions are helping people with Parkinson’s disease, but how?
Music, particularly rhythm, can become a template for organizing a series of movements.
The Merriam-Webster definition of New Year’s resolution: a promise to do something differently in the New Year. About 40% of American people make New Year’s resolutions to make themselves better people. This tradition did not originate here in America. Historical documents show that the Babylonians made promises to the gods for the New Year hoping to get a favor in return for their promise such as getting out of debt.
The Merriam-Webster definition of New Year’s resolution: a promise to do something differently in the New Year. About 40% of American people make New Year’s resolutions to make themselves better people.
This tradition did not originate here in America. Historical documents show that the Babylonians made promises to the gods for the New Year hoping to get a favor in return for their promise such as getting out of debt.
“Music and merriment go right together,” according to Ed Richards. This is evident from the very first step into the Richards’ holiday house, known for its extensive holiday happiness.
Joe Nitti knows how to entertain. “I can do the Fox Trot but not show dancing,” he said. He continued to explain his success: “I thank Barbara O’Neil, she is a gift from God,” Nitti praises. “She is patient with me.”
Joe Nitti knows how to entertain.
“I can do the Fox Trot but not show dancing,” he said. He continued to explain his success: “I thank Barbara O’Neil, she is a gift from God,” Nitti praises. “She is patient with me.”
Eileen Delahanty, Volunteer Coordinator District 158 is working to get some Del Webb residents to make the short trip to Leggee Elementary School. Delahanty is working with Sarah DuBose, Leggee Kindergarten Teacher and a member of the Real-World Application Committee. Dubose said, “We want to tie in with the outside world with us. We want to have ‘Buddies’ within our school.”
Eileen Delahanty, Volunteer Coordinator District 158 is working to get some Del Webb residents to make the short trip to Leggee Elementary School.
Delahanty is working with Sarah DuBose, Leggee Kindergarten Teacher and a member of the Real-World Application Committee. Dubose said, “We want to tie in with the outside world with us. We want to have ‘Buddies’ within our school.”
Santa’s elves aren’t the only ones who are making gifts for girls and boys. Sun City’s Sew N Sew and Woodchucks members recently displayed some of the wood-crafted toys and hand-pieced quilts that they plan to donate to the Grafton Food Pantry.
Santa’s elves aren’t the only ones who are making gifts for girls and boys.
Sun City’s Sew N Sew and Woodchucks members recently displayed some of the wood-crafted toys and hand-pieced quilts that they plan to donate to the Grafton Food Pantry.
“We love what we do!” said Kim Larson, Executive Director of Family Alliance. Larson’s enthusiasm and assistance are having an impact in our Sun City community. Family Alliance worked with Alan Mogilner; Sun City Resident and facilitator of the Parkinson Support Group, to find a venue for their meeting needs.
“We love what we do!” said Kim Larson, Executive Director of Family Alliance.
Larson’s enthusiasm and assistance are having an impact in our Sun City community. Family Alliance worked with Alan Mogilner; Sun City Resident and facilitator of the Parkinson Support Group, to find a venue for their meeting needs.
Ten years ago, Laurie Larkin got a phone call from her friend, Annalee Boles. Larkin recalls that call: “Annalee just asked me – ‘do you want to help me organize a food drive?’ And I said, Sure.” That is how Sharing our Blessings Food Drive began. Boles said, “I saw that the Grafton Food Panty here in town recognized the needs of our community and I wanted to help.”
Ten years ago, Laurie Larkin got a phone call from her friend, Annalee Boles. Larkin recalls that call: “Annalee just asked me – ‘do you want to help me organize a food drive?’ And I said, Sure.” That is how Sharing our Blessings Food Drive began.
Boles said, “I saw that the Grafton Food Panty here in town recognized the needs of our community and I wanted to help.”
Sun City Softball had its own World Series and the Mustangs waved the “W.”
Glenn Groebli announced that once again “We have brought home the gold.” Groebli, a team member for 16-inch softball and manager of the 70-plus division confirmed that, “We have dominated the race for the gold on the 6 County Senior Olympics in softball for the last 5 out 6 years.”
Glenn Groebli announced that once again “We have brought home the gold.”
Groebli, a team member for 16-inch softball and manager of the 70-plus division confirmed that, “We have dominated the race for the gold on the 6 County Senior Olympics in softball for the last 5 out 6 years.”
On Sunday Afternoon, September 24, the Chicago Bears took on the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Alex and Rita Schank brought the full home entertainment experience outside, with a television set situated in their backyard and Stadium Seating for their neighbors. “The admission price of appetizers or dessert is well worth it,” said Kathy Martelli, neighbor.
On Sunday Afternoon, September 24, the Chicago Bears took on the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Alex and Rita Schank brought the full home entertainment experience outside, with a television set situated in their backyard and Stadium Seating for their neighbors.
“The admission price of appetizers or dessert is well worth it,” said Kathy Martelli, neighbor.
If you’re close to 60 or older, you understand the disconnect between your own perception of your age and your actual age. It’s easy being a beauty at 16, but at 60, it takes some care and work. Sheila Osborne gave away some of the secrets for ageless skin recently in a class here in Sun City.
If you’re close to 60 or older, you understand the disconnect between your own perception of your age and your actual age. It’s easy being a beauty at 16, but at 60, it takes some care and work.
Sheila Osborne gave away some of the secrets for ageless skin recently in a class here in Sun City.
