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Book Club Features The Women

Third Thursday of Each Month

Lakes residents are invited to attend the Lakes Book Club on Thursday, October 17 at 7 PM. We will be meeting upstairs at the Lakes Clubhouse. All are welcome to attend the discussion even if you have not read the book

Maureen Harrison will lead a discussion of The Women by Kristen Hannah. This book is an epic tribute to the unsung female heroes of the Viet Nam War. It is about deep friendships and bold patriotism.

Halloween Lighted Bike Parade

Beauty Night for a Ride

Bike rider en route Bike Ride map

The Lakes Activities Committee is hosting a community lighted bike parade on Saturday, October 19 at 6 PM. This will be the second annual Halloween Lighted Bike Ride. The first ride was a big, fun night and we're doing it again. This is a family friendly event, not a race so, get creative with colored lights, streamers and bells on your bikes, trikes, and scooters for a fun neighborhood ride.

We will meet at the Beach and Tennis Club at 6 PM and pass out glow sticks to all participants. We'll depart together and stop at two candy stations at The Lakes parks. Parents are responsible for their children during this event.

We will have two categories for competition.

  1. Single Bike and Rider with the most lights
  2. Group Ride with the most creative light design

Kids are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes if they would like and neighbors are encouraged to view from the parks and sidewalks as they pass. You are welcome to bring some candy to pass out as well.

Submitted by Michelle Locke for the Lakes Activities Committee

Three Opportunities to Play Mah Jongg Each Week

A good time to learn

Mah jong tilesWe are now offering mah jongg upstairs at the Clubhouse on Tuesday from 1 to 3 PM, Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 PM, and Friday from 9 to 11 AM.

We use the National Mah Jongg League 2024 card. If you don’t have a card, but would like to learn, phone or text LynnAnn (602-769-5088) or email her: lynnannw@gmail.com. LynnAnn is happy to teach you how to play this exciting game of skill and luck that keeps Alzheimer’s at bay.

If you are interested in playing on Tuesday, you must notify LynnAnn by noon on Monday (the day before). Text LynnAnn at: 602-769-5088.

If you are interested in playing on Thursday, you must notify Uta Murchison by noon on Wednesday (the day before). Text Uta at: 480-326-7321.

If you are interested in playing on Friday, you must notify Jane Toaspern by noon on Thursday (the day before). Text Jane at 602-403-8620.

LWC Project: Tempe Care 7

Thank you for your help

Collected articlesWe're collecting your donated new items for Tempe Care 7 backpacks for children in crisis during October. Tempe Care 7 provides much needed physical and emotional support to Tempe residents during emergencies. They provide support with Tempe Fire Department and EMS; you will see them assisting victims at accidents and other traumas. Their youth specialists also provide counseling and support services for youth and teens at our local public schools.

They’ve asked for help with needed supplies. Please, help us by donating any of the following into the bins at the Beach and Tennis Club during the month of October. Backpacks are not needed. They have already been donated.

Please donate the following items:

The Lakes Women’s Club will be preparing youth and teen backpacks for Tempe Care 7 at 6:00 PM on Thursday November 7 at the Clubhouse. Come join us!

Please contact Maureen Harrison with any questions. 480.540.3029. Thank you.