MY SUN DAY NEWS
Seven candidates have applied to volunteer for three open positions on the Sun City Community Association of Huntley, Inc. Board of Directors. My Sun Day News forwarded surveys to each of the candidates.
Seven candidates have applied to volunteer for three open positions on the Sun City Community Association of Huntley, Inc. Board of Directors.
My Sun Day News forwarded surveys to each of the candidates.
Ed Mosteig, a Sun City resident, is a woodburning artist and has produced many beautiful works of art. He uses wood-burning to create an image by using the natural tones and grain of the wood, both burnt and unburnt. The art form, pyrography, is the free-handed art of decorating wood or other materials with burn marks.
The 74th National Amputee Golf Association Adaptive Championship and Senior Championship was held at Sun Cityâs Whisper Creek Golf Course. Participants arrived on Sunday, August 20, to meet and practice on the course. The tournament concluded on Wednesday, August 23 with an awards ceremony, followed by dinner at Jameson’s.
Itâs no stretch to say that yoga has created some calm in Huntley. Every Friday at 12 p.m., WHRU-LP or 101.5 FM, Huntley Community Radio, presents âBreathe âN Bounce.â Mike Caserno is the host of the show. Caserno said, âWe discuss yoga spirituality with a positive vibe.â
Itâs no stretch to say that yoga has created some calm in Huntley. Every Friday at 12 p.m., WHRU-LP or 101.5 FM, Huntley Community Radio, presents âBreathe âN Bounce.â
Mike Caserno is the host of the show. Caserno said, âWe discuss yoga spirituality with a positive vibe.â
As I write these words, it is early Saturday morning, September 2. Just a few hours ago, my musical hero Jimmy Buffett died. When I learned the news, I did the same thing I did when my musical hero John Prine died of covid three years ago: I pulled out my guitar and started playing as many of his songs as I knew, fighting back the tears before my throat choked each song to a premature end.
As I write these words, it is early Saturday morning, September 2. Just a few hours ago, my musical hero Jimmy Buffett died.
When I learned the news, I did the same thing I did when my musical hero John Prine died of covid three years ago: I pulled out my guitar and started playing as many of his songs as I knew, fighting back the tears before my throat choked each song to a premature end.
I come home from work to find my teen daughter crying on her bed. She is 16, a high school junior, a virtual replica of myself at that age, both in looks and demeanor. The tears rolling down her face are hot and angry. When I try to hug her, I can feel the way every muscle in her body is taut, and my mind immediately thinks of a snake, coiled and backed into a corner, ready to strike defensively at the slightest provocation.
Although I hesitate to call myself a senior, Iâm an older adult who is approaching retirement age and Iâm considering the prospect of active retirement living. As this is a significant life decision, Iâm writing for information about what active retirement entails and how to make the most of this phase in life. â¨Over the years, Iâve witnessed friends and family transitioning into various forms of retirement living, and Iâve seen a wide range of experiences.
As the unsettling feeling that summer is ending creeps in, some promise of new media comes with it. Although there havenât been many good choices at the theater, television and streaming has been picking up the slack.
We love hibachi restaurants, itâs a show and a dinner all in one. The dinner is provided by the chef who slices and dices your food with lightning speed on a flaming grill. The show is provided by Nancy trying to use chopsticks. Eating her food with them has been challenging, especially the soup!!!
Honor Flight Chicago (9701 W. Higgins Rd Suite 310, Rosemont, IL 60018-4703 — 773-227-8387), the largest of 131-Honor Flight hubs in the USA, hosted its 110th Honor Flight for WW II, Korea, and Vietnam Veterans Wednesday, August 23.
Before the first pitch, before the lineups and national anthem. Before the Sun City residents, family, and friends eagerly pack the stands to watch Sun City Softball teams. First, there is must be groundskeeping.
Before the first pitch, before the lineups and national anthem. Before the Sun City residents, family, and friends eagerly pack the stands to watch Sun City Softball teams.
First, there is must be groundskeeping.
For as far back as I can remember, going on a writing retreat has held a certain allure. Blame it on my third-grade teacher, who encouraged me to enter a writing contest through the school. When my story advanced to state, I got the exciting news: I was invited to spend an entire Saturday at Illinois State University with other elementary school-aged writers. That day, I met my first real author, as I clutched a hardcover book that she signed on the inside cover with large loopy letters. I was star-struck. I was hooked.
After an unmitigated disaster has passed, when can you say anything good about it, beyond the point when anybody might say âtoo soonâ? After WWII ended in 1945, it took 20 years before âHoganâs Heroesâ could crack jokes about life in a German prisoner of war camp. It took a similar number of decades before âMashâ could get us laughing about a Korean War triage medical hospital.
After an unmitigated disaster has passed, when can you say anything good about it, beyond the point when anybody might say âtoo soonâ?
After WWII ended in 1945, it took 20 years before âHoganâs Heroesâ could crack jokes about life in a German prisoner of war camp. It took a similar number of decades before âMashâ could get us laughing about a Korean War triage medical hospital.
The board meeting minutes for Wednesday, May 24, had the following motion recorded: âApproval of Prairie Lodge Bar Area Removal/Remodel: Board reviewed a recommendation from the Facility Advisory Committee for the removal of the counter island and utilities in the FountainView atrium area and to restore the floor to match the other side of the room with ceramic tile and carpeting. Roger Lambert motioned to authorize the Executive Director to execute agreements to remove the counter island and fixtures and then to purchase and install carpet and tile in the area for a not to exceed the cost of $12,264.75, seconded by Jim Sanecki and by roll call vote (7-yes, 0-no), the motion was approved.â
Saturday, August 5, was Grandkids Day on the tennis courts, and many Sun City grandparents brought their grandchildren out to play for the Grandma, Grandpa, and Me (GG & Me) event. Mare Roccosanto, Vice President of Tall Oaks Tennis Club (TOTC) said, âThank you GG & Me for letting the Tennis Club put on this event again. Forty-Five minutes before we were ready to start, the courts were wet. It was touch and go with the rain. A little delay did not stop us. Thank you to the Softball Charter Cub for lending us their blowers. Courts were dry in a jiffy.â
Saturday, August 5, was Grandkids Day on the tennis courts, and many Sun City grandparents brought their grandchildren out to play for the Grandma, Grandpa, and Me (GG & Me) event.
Mare Roccosanto, Vice President of Tall Oaks Tennis Club (TOTC) said, âThank you GG & Me for letting the Tennis Club put on this event again. Forty-Five minutes before we were ready to start, the courts were wet. It was touch and go with the rain. A little delay did not stop us. Thank you to the Softball Charter Cub for lending us their blowers. Courts were dry in a jiffy.â
Remember that tanning is the result of skin damage caused by earlier mutations to the skin! In continuation of Part 1 on Skin Cancers, it is critical to know what the three kinds of skin cancers are in their order of severity and popularity.
People often ask us how we pick out restaurants to review. There are three ways in which we do this. The first is simply âGooglingâ restaurants near me and hope the result yields restaurants that are still open. Second, we receive recommendations from our endless swarm of paparazzi. The third, and the most important criteria, is whatever Nancy has a taste for.
Iâm writing to seek some advice and guidance regarding a situation with my mother. She recently moved into an assisted living facility, and while I thought this change would benefit her quality of life, Iâm concerned about her well-being.
We hit the pinnacle of culture in 2023, it would seem. The double feature media event has landed and still going strong in theaters. What else is there to look for forward to? As the actors and writers strike, studios keep threatening to pull titles off the fall and winter slate. I hope this is just conjecture in the tabloids, not an actual possibility; finally when things are looking up.
Last Sunday afternoon, my husband, myself and our puppy, Annie, headed off to the nearby Conservation District area. Spending time in nature is something that we all thoroughly enjoy and do as often as possible. What was different during this outing is that went to a park that had access to a stream. The addition of water meant our level of joy skyrocketed. Our English Springer Spaniel literally galloped on the banks of the stream as she seemed to smile with delight. We sat, talked, and watched in amazement as she swam, ran and bathed in the fresh water. Her joy at the addition of water to our outdoor activity was obvious to everyone who hiked by us.
Letters for the week of August 24.
In the Board Candidate Package, under responsibilities, it states âBe alert to community concerns that can be addressed by Association objectives and programs.â A petition with over 500 signatures was submitted, asking the board to address a concern. âThe undersigned members hereby petition the board of directors to add to the next board meeting the following agenda item: âThe appointment of a committee of experienced residents in design, architecture, and the law to review and update the DESIGN GUIDELINES SUN CITY HUNTLEY as amended and restated October â 2022 that this notice be sent to the membership in accordance with Sun City rules and bylaws.ââ
In the Board Candidate Package, under responsibilities, it states âBe alert to community concerns that can be addressed by Association objectives and programs.â A petition with over 500 signatures was submitted, asking the board to address a concern.
âThe undersigned members hereby petition the board of directors to add to the next board meeting the following agenda item: âThe appointment of a committee of experienced residents in design, architecture, and the law to review and update the DESIGN GUIDELINES SUN CITY HUNTLEY as amended and restated October â 2022 that this notice be sent to the membership in accordance with Sun City rules and bylaws.ââ
The Sun City Concert Band will be rocking the oldies, bringing back memories of music from the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s, at their concert âRock the Agesâ on August 29, at 7 p.m. in Drendel Hall. Richard Chay, Sun City Concert Band President said, âIf you liked Rock the Ages last year, youâll love it this year because weâve added popular songs with vocals, like âWith A Little Help From My Friendsâ and âProud Mary.ââ
The Sun City Concert Band will be rocking the oldies, bringing back memories of music from the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s, at their concert âRock the Agesâ on August 29, at 7 p.m. in Drendel Hall.
Richard Chay, Sun City Concert Band President said, âIf you liked Rock the Ages last year, youâll love it this year because weâve added popular songs with vocals, like âWith A Little Help From My Friendsâ and âProud Mary.ââ
I am saving the world through my flower garden âa daunting task, but I embrace it willingly, especially when my Save the World Gardening Instruction Manual reads like this: Rule 1: Do nothing. Rule 2: See Rule 1.
I am saving the world through my flower garden âa daunting task, but I embrace it willingly, especially when my Save the World Gardening Instruction Manual reads like this:
Rule 1: Do nothing.
Rule 2: See Rule 1.
Sharing recipes is a connection people have had throughout time across the world. Recipes from family, friends, and community can leave behind some history. There is a sense of warmth in looking at a cookbook filled with recipes in the handwriting of your mother, friend, or neighbor. In Sun City, one neighborhood published their residentsâ favorite recipes in the âSun City Huntley Neighborhood 3 Cookbook.â Sandy Smith coordinated the effort.
Sharing recipes is a connection people have had throughout time across the world. Recipes from family, friends, and community can leave behind some history. There is a sense of warmth in looking at a cookbook filled with recipes in the handwriting of your mother, friend, or neighbor.
In Sun City, one neighborhood published their residentsâ favorite recipes in the âSun City Huntley Neighborhood 3 Cookbook.â Sandy Smith coordinated the effort.
The headline came to my phone while I was at work: âPee-Wee Herman Actor Paul Reubens Dead at Age 70.â My heart sank. I waited for the world around me to take a collective moment to remember Paul Reubens. But in the office, phones kept ringing and computer keyboards kept clacking. My younger coworkers may not even know who Paul Reubens is. Was. But I knew.
The Sun City Board meeting took place on July 26 with several key highlights.
Every Friday after a taxing, strenuous round of bocce ball, a few of us seasoned athletes get together and go out for lunch. After playing three challenging games and being physically and emotionally drained from either the thrill of victory or the agony of defeat, we really needed to load up with a lot of food. One of our friends suggested we try a new restaurant that offers huge portions to match our huge appetites. We all jumped in our cars and made our way over to Randall Road to check out Sweet Basil CafĂŠ in Algonquin.
Are you thinking about taking a trip? Will you be going to another country? Will you be checking bags? Here are a few tips based on recent input from travelers.â¨First of all, know your abilities. A friend was vacationing in the Caribbean and decided to take a snorkeling trip; easy-peasy, right? Well, it turned out a little different.
Living far away from my parents has made it challenging for me to be actively involved in their day-to-day lives. I struggle with guilt knowing they are all alone. I have asked them to consider moving closer to me and my family so that I can be there for them, but they prefer the familiarity of their town and arenât ready to say goodbye to lifelong friends and neighbors.
