MY SUN DAY NEWS
The recent passing of Chicago Bears Super Bowl winning coach and tight end Mike Ditka will be a loss felt for all time, according to Sun City’s sports expert who knew “Da Coach” well. Ditka’s Chicago legacy was honored at the Chicago Bears’ first home game at Soldier Field since he died Oct. 9, which was against New England Oct. 22.
The recent passing of Chicago Bears Super Bowl winning coach and tight end Mike Ditka will be a loss felt for all time, according to Sun City’s sports expert who knew “Da Coach” well.
Ditka’s Chicago legacy was honored at the Chicago Bears’ first home game at Soldier Field since he died Oct. 9, which was against New England Oct. 22.
Giving names to inanimate objects entertains me. Perhaps it’s from the early influence of Pee-wee’s Playhouse, the psychedelic over-the-top fever dream that appeared in the form of a Saturday morning kids’ show that aired in the late 80s. Pee-Wee was notorious for naming his friends, like Chairy, his talking chair, Globey, the spinning globe, or Mr. Window, who needs no introduction.
When I was a kid, I lathered up with a bar of Ivory Soap whenever I took a bath. It was the logical choice for Mom to buy Ivory for several reasons, not least of which was: “It floats!” That was the sales pitch for the Ivory Soap company, and it was hard to resist that exclamation point.
Of course, it didn’t hurt that Ivory soap was also cheap, and Mom could save even more money by not investing in a rubber ducky to keep me company. What would be the point, when imagination could change that white floating bar of soap from a ducky, to a shark, to a battleship, all in the blink of an eye?
It was all treats for Sun City this spooky season. Local Halloween events brought the community together, as residents, grandkids, and neighbors united to celebrate. This year, the Grandma, Grandpa, and Me charter club (GG&Me) Halloween party saw a record-breaking turnout, with over 125 grandchildren officially registered for the festivities. According to GG&Me treasurer Debra Krzeminski, there were also 97 grandparents, 79 parents, and 10 toddlers under age two. “Babies matter because my 15-month-old granddaughter had fun looking at everything,” said Pam Mosier, president of the charter club.
It was all treats for Sun City this spooky season. Local Halloween events brought the community together, as residents, grandkids, and neighbors united to celebrate.
This year, the Grandma, Grandpa, and Me charter club (GG&Me) Halloween party saw a record-breaking turnout, with over 125 grandchildren officially registered for the festivities. According to GG&Me treasurer Debra Krzeminski, there were also 97 grandparents, 79 parents, and 10 toddlers under age two. “Babies matter because my 15-month-old granddaughter had fun looking at everything,” said Pam Mosier, president of the charter club.
A five-student culinary team from Huntley High School took top honors in a local recipe contest, earning a week-long feature on Jameson’s menu.
After four decades of detailed labor, a rare World War II B-17E Flying Fortress is taking shape inside a Marengo barn. Thanks to arrangements made by member Don Stein, Sun City’s Veterans Charter Club recently toured the facility. The visit offered members a rare opportunity to see a legendary aircraft come back to life through years of devoted craftsmanship.
After four decades of detailed labor, a rare World War II B-17E Flying Fortress is taking shape inside a Marengo barn.
Thanks to arrangements made by member Don Stein, Sun City’s Veterans Charter Club recently toured the facility. The visit offered members a rare opportunity to see a legendary aircraft come back to life through years of devoted craftsmanship.
A few years ago, Christopher, my adult son, called to ask me about the proper products and technique to use when cleaning his bathroom. It was a proud mom moment. I rattled off the names of a few products and carefully described the importance good ventilation. A few hours later, as is the norm with Gen Z’ers, I received a few pictures of his sparkling bathroom. Sometimes, we all have a few questions when tackling a project. This column lists the top questions and corresponding answers that are often asked this time of year.
Old habits die hard. Nancy and I lived in Hoffman Estates for over 33 years before moving to Del Webb. We still seem to gravitate to that area when it comes to doctors, shopping, and dining out. Nancy is also the master of the old “bait and switch.” She tempts me to go out to lunch, and when we are halfway to the restaurant, much to my chagrin, she asks me as long as we’re out here…She asks if we can go to two grocery stores, a craft store, a pet shop (for Rosie), and to Kohl’s for a few tops. The bait today was the Bella Napoli Woodfired Pizza and Bar in Schaumburg.
My parents are in their 70s, and over the past year, I’ve started noticing little changes. They’re still active and independent, but they’re slowing down. Dad doesn’t seem as steady on his feet. Mom gets tired more easily than she used to. Nothing is wrong, exactly, but it’s enough to make me realize they won’t stay this healthy forever.
Sun City’s recent Casino Night proved to be a success, drawing a packed house. The event sold out, with 402 tickets, making it one of the year’s best-attended events. Gaming rooms and tables were packed all evening. The professional dealers from U.S. Poker & Casino Parties kept the night running smoothly and the atmosphere lively and engaging for everyone involved.
Sun City’s recent Casino Night proved to be a success, drawing a packed house. The event sold out, with 402 tickets, making it one of the year’s best-attended events.
Gaming rooms and tables were packed all evening. The professional dealers from U.S. Poker & Casino Parties kept the night running smoothly and the atmosphere lively and engaging for everyone involved.
Whatever happened to the short film with a good moral at the end of it? With all the three-hour epics and even longer documentaries about tech flim-flam artists out there, the prospect of a fun and good-natured movie that transports us while teaching us a little about ourselves seems quant. Small town logic and home-spun truths served on a entertaining platter. Wicker is one such movie.
With Thanksgiving almost here, many Americans begin to think fondly of traditional oh-so-tasty, but oh-so-unhealthy holiday treats. While rich, fat-filled entrees and sugary desserts may come to mind, several recent research-based articles focused on other more nutrient-filled favorites that often bless the holiday plate.
Every year at this time, Sun City gets a little spooky, as seen with Suzanne Eck’s home, which is “haunted” by specters, witches, skeletons, pumpkin heads, and other ghastly creatures.
I cried at my desk at the office today. Twice. Crying in a cubicle is a tricky feat because someone is usually on the other side of the flimsy wall. No matter how hard I try to cry silently, it’s inevitable for one large intake of breath to escape, or a gulp, or some other distressing sound that will cause one of my cubicle mates to say, “Hey — you okay over there?”
As I write this, my garden is still standing — though some might say it’s standing on borrowed time. Some might glance at my wilted, withering wasteland of defunct flowers and “tsk” at my tardiness in cleaning things up, but to my way of thinking, those tsk-ers are dead wrong. To my way of thinking, an Illinois garden only arrives at its true calling in late October, when the colorful flower petals are long gone and the seeds cluster atop the dry, crispy stalks.
As I write this, my garden is still standing — though some might say it’s standing on borrowed time.
Some might glance at my wilted, withering wasteland of defunct flowers and “tsk” at my tardiness in cleaning things up, but to my way of thinking, those tsk-ers are dead wrong. To my way of thinking, an Illinois garden only arrives at its true calling in late October, when the colorful flower petals are long gone and the seeds cluster atop the dry, crispy stalks.
Sun City’s Veterans Memorial Field’s season continued on three Monday nights as ladies took to the diamond to continue their interest in the sport. Sue Meyers of Sun City organized the Sun City Women’s 14-inch Softball Group for its second year. The group is open for Sun City residents only.
Sun City’s Veterans Memorial Field’s season continued on three Monday nights as ladies took to the diamond to continue their interest in the sport.
Sue Meyers of Sun City organized the Sun City Women’s 14-inch Softball Group for its second year. The group is open for Sun City residents only.
On the calendar for some Sun City residents is the thirteenth annual flower show, hosted by the Huntley Area Lions Club. This year, it returns as an evening dedicated to local creativity and community support. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, running from 7-9 p.m. at Huntley High School. This year’s showcase promises to deliver professional design demonstrations and opportunities for audience members to win beautifully styled floral creations.
On the calendar for some Sun City residents is the thirteenth annual flower show, hosted by the Huntley Area Lions Club. This year, it returns as an evening dedicated to local creativity and community support. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, running from 7-9 p.m. at Huntley High School.
This year’s showcase promises to deliver professional design demonstrations and opportunities for audience members to win beautifully styled floral creations.
As soon as the clock struck 10 p.m., the baseball season came to an end for Chicago Cubs and White Sox fans Oct. 10. The Sox suffered a 2-0 loss to the Cleveland Guardians to fall three games to two in the American League Division Series. The Cubs had their season ended 10 days earlier with a 4-1 loss to San Diego in the NL wild-card round.
As soon as the clock struck 10 p.m., the baseball season came to an end for Chicago Cubs and White Sox fans Oct. 10.
The Sox suffered a 2-0 loss to the Cleveland Guardians to fall three games to two in the American League Division Series. The Cubs had their season ended 10 days earlier with a 4-1 loss to San Diego in the NL wild-card round.
To his neighbors in Sun City, he is Bob Begora. But as winter approaches, a transformation takes place. Begora’s natural beard is bleached a snowy white, an international North Pole driver’s license is tucked into a velvet pocket, and he steps perfectly into the role of Santa Claus. For 14 years, he has mastered this craft – bringing smiles to the faces of numerous children and adults alike — and this season, he needs his neighbors’ help.
I checked my Chicago Cubs allegiance at the door, at least for a few hours on a late September Tuesday afternoon. A group of about 30 Chicago White Sox baseball fans, mostly Sun City residents, gathered at the Village Inn restaurant to witness a game few thought was possible six months ago.
I checked my Chicago Cubs allegiance at the door, at least for a few hours on a late September Tuesday afternoon.
A group of about 30 Chicago White Sox baseball fans, mostly Sun City residents, gathered at the Village Inn restaurant to witness a game few thought was possible six months ago.
For many adults, a lasting passion is discovered entirely by accident. For Sun City Huntley resident Robert Supernaw, a wet Florida afternoon, the tight quarters of a motorhome, and a box of plastic bricks changed everything. Long before he started assembling plastic wheels and gears, Supernaw had an opportunity that grown men envy and children only dream of.
For many adults, a lasting passion is discovered entirely by accident. For Sun City Huntley resident Robert Supernaw, a wet Florida afternoon, the tight quarters of a motorhome, and a box of plastic bricks changed everything.
Long before he started assembling plastic wheels and gears, Supernaw had an opportunity that grown men envy and children only dream of.
David Rochlitz, a Sun City resident and Special Olympics Master Swimmer, has a rigorous three-team training regimen that brought him national success. His passion for the water culminated in late June 2026, when he traveled to Minneapolis to represent Illinois at the highest level: the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Rochlitz’s journey in the water began when he first started swimming at five years old in outdoor pools with family and friends.
David Rochlitz, a Sun City resident and Special Olympics Master Swimmer, has a rigorous three-team training regimen that brought him national success. His passion for the water culminated in late June 2026, when he traveled to Minneapolis to represent Illinois at the highest level: the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
Rochlitz’s journey in the water began when he first started swimming at five years old in outdoor pools with family and friends.
They say variety is the spice of life. That is why when we do our articles, we don’t review Chinese, Chinese, Chinese, or Italian, Italian, Italian restaurants all in a row. We try to shake things up and spice it up. What better way to spice things up than with a Mexican restaurant. We accidentally came across the El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant in Fox River Grove and wanted to give it a try.
Crisp winds have been rushing through the trees at night with my window has been open. The weather, both day and night, has been the best it has been in ages. Perfect to listen to leaves dance across shingles and pavement. However, you must admit it can be slightly unsettling to hear that and nothing else. The early evening cricket chatter giving way to…what exactly? With that in mind, I started listen to a song by Dusty Springfield that felt appropriate. And like the lyrics, I am here to meet together and see movies.
I’m 77 years old, and I’ve noticed that keeping track of my health has almost become a full-time job. Between my primary care doctor, cardiologist, eye doctor, and a few other specialists, it seems like I’m at a medical appointment every other week.
In May, as I was working in my yard, I found a plastic Easter egg among our boxwood. Hidden a few weeks earlier, the small snickers bar contained inside was a deliciously unexpected sweet treat. Spring blooming bulbs, hidden in the ground months before they bloom, offer beauty and fragrance after a long cold winter. Because of their small size, bulbs are easier to plant, come in a variety of colors and are low maintenance.
Letters for the week of October 22.
Sun City Theatre’s fall musical has it all: jealous stepsisters, a grand ball, a lost shoe, and a fairy tale romance with a handsome prince. This adaptation of Cinderella sets the familiar story of the unlikely princess to a beautiful musical score from the famous composer-lyricist duo of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II.
In my own home, I am queen of the castle. Duchess of the Dwelling. Empress of the Estate. I’m a full-grown adult with a degree and a career. I drive my own car. But when I go up to visit my parents, who are in their 90s and live in an apartment for seniors, it’s like I’m a kid again. It’s confusing, especially because now, our traditional roles are not as clear cut. In fact, they’ve been flipped on their head.
In my own home, I am queen of the castle. Duchess of the Dwelling. Empress of the Estate.
I’m a full-grown adult with a degree and a career. I drive my own car. But when I go up to visit my parents, who are in their 90s and live in an apartment for seniors, it’s like I’m a kid again. It’s confusing, especially because now, our traditional roles are not as clear cut. In fact, they’ve been flipped on their head.
Of all the many lessons my father taught me, the most valuable one that I live by every day may be his lesson about “acquired taste.” I’m sure you know that term — the process of learning over time to like something that you found distasteful when you first experienced it.
Of all the many lessons my father taught me, the most valuable one that I live by every day may be his lesson about “acquired taste.”
I’m sure you know that term — the process of learning over time to like something that you found distasteful when you first experienced it.
