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June 30, 2016

Community News

Art in My Secret Garden

Art in a gallery surrounded by a beautiful garden. What an enjoyable way to view art. Art in My Secret Garden’s seventh annual event will be held by the Pencil and Palette Club of Sun City on July 16 and 17 from 12-4 p.m.

Waterfall repair project underway

Three of the biggest reasons why Sun City is such an attractive place are the three waterfall features that decorate the landscape.

One is at the Del Webb Boulevard entrance to the community on Route 47. Another is a small one next to the pond in front of the Prairie Lodge pavilion. It is visible as residents drive by on Del Webb Boulevard.

Veterans Memorial nears completion, dedication planned

The Huntley Area Veterans Memorial is nearly complete and a dedication ceremony is planned for Saturday, July 2 at 12 p.m. in the town square.

Wildflower Lake shoreline erosion repairs being discussed

There are two ways to take care of the Wildflower Lake shoreline in Sun City.

One of them is to prevent erosion by installing rocks or other hard material at the water’s edge. The other is to make the shoreline accessible and safe for persons of all ages so they can enjoy fishing and walking along the shoreline.

Board meeting addresses maintenance updates, hours of operation

The following is a report on the actions taken and the items discussed at the May 18 Sun City board of directors meeting. About 50 residents and governance volunteers attended the sessions in Drendel Ballroom in Prairie Lodge.

Farmers Market returns to Dhamer Square

The turnout was good Saturday for this year’s first Outdoor Huntley’s Farmers Market returned to its traditional Dhamer Square venue.

Village sets high standards for water treatment

Sun City receives its household water from the Village of Huntley’s system of five deep wells (1,500 feet down) and four water treatment plants. The Sun Day recently talked with Village Engineer Tim Farrell, and Water and Sewer Superintendent Steve Zonta.

Board reaches decision in garage sale case

After a community-wide survey, hours of research and discussion, and several months of meetings, there will not be a garage sale of any kind in Sun City.

In business blooming

The Sun Day has been reporting about Huntley’s spectacular economic growth for the past decade. But there seems to be no end to it. The village’s economic boom roars on.

Battle of the books volunteers needed

Calling all Del Webb residents with a passion for reading and children!  Several of the District 158 Schools will be hosting Battle of the Books during May and many community volunteers are needed.

Exploring garage sales in accordance with CC&Rs

The Sun Day’s April 21 report on garage sales was not accurate regarding the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs document) that governs use of common areas in Sun City.

Huntley Outlet Center acquires new ownership

“We’re going to bring the mall back to its greatest days.” With these words, Rich Turasky, founder and president of Capital Realty and Development of Elgin, announced April 12 that his company has purchased the Huntley Outlet Center.

Sun City staff changes underway

Several more staff changes in the Sun City marketing, maintenance, and fitness departments have been announced recently by Deanna Loughran, executive director.

Huntley amps up emergency communication efficiency

While the budget stalemate in the State of Illinois drags on, there is one agency that is consolidating and moving toward increased efficiency.

Someone else’s treasure

Garage sales have a history. According to Phyllis James, N19, the first, and probably only, outdoor garage sale was actually held in Sun City in the summer of 2004.

Looking for a few good volunteers

Do you care about where your food comes from? Do you believe animals raised for food should be given decent lives and not made to suffer unnecessarily?

Huntley Outlet Center faces uncertain fate

The Huntley Outlet Center is back in the news this month. At least some of the new developments are continued bad news for the struggling factory sales facility.

Sun City maintenance updates underway

Some maintenance projects in Sun City take longer than anticipated to complete.

Prairie Lodge rooms receive official names

Sun City’s governing board has renamed three activity rooms in Prairie Lodge.

Court case

The Sun City Pickleball and Tennis clubs have been cordial friends and partners regarding the use of the seven courts at the Tall Oaks Tennis Center for about a decade.

Huntley Veterans Memorial Breaks Ground

The Huntley Area Veterans Foundation goal of a Veterans Memorial is nearly complete.

St. Patrick is for pets, too      

For the third consecutive year, Sun City’s Stingrays Swim Club held their Charity Service Auction.

State changes dictate what electronics can be recycled

Changes have been made in the State of Illinois as to which electronic items must be recycled and which items can now be thrown away with your household garbage.

Parking dilemma continues to accelerate

Things are still revving up in the controversial student parking issue between two of Huntley’s closest neighbors – Sun City and Huntley High School.

Helping homeless vets

The Sun City Lions and Diane Ahrens from VFW Post 298 Auxiliary proudly display some of the items donated by Fox Valley residents to help homeless vets transition into structured housing.

Sun City Huntley Announces New Date for Consumer Spring Showcase

Thursday, April 14, Sun City Huntley will host its annual Spring Consumer Showcase at Prairie Lodge, located at 12880 Del Webb Blvd. in Huntley. Showcase hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.