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Classic Soul, Pop, Classic Soul, R&B, and More! and More! APR 11

HAWAIIAN TIKI NIGHT

Tropical Dance Under Dance Under The Stars The APR 25

MAIN CLUBHOUSE INFORMATION

CLUBHOUSE/GYM HOURS

8am – 9pm FRI & SAT 8am – 10:30pm

HOURS MON-FRI 9am – 4pm

HOURS Dawn to Dusk SATELLITE HOURS SUN-THU 8am – 8pm FRI & SAT 8am – 9pm

The Box Oﬃce will be open 90 minutes prior to show, only for theater/concert events. All dance tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased by phone, in person at the Box Oﬃce, or online at www.sl4recdistrict.com.

Dear Residents,

Welcome to April at Sunrise Lakes Phase 4! Spring is in full bloom and our calendar is ﬁlled with Welcome to at Sunrise Lakes Phase 4! is in full bloom and our calendar is exciting entertainment, social gatherings, and engaging activities for everyone to enjoy April is entertainment, social and activities for everyone to enjoy. April is also recognized as Parkinson’s Awareness Month and National Stress Awareness Month, also recognized as Parkinson’s Awareness Month and National Stress Awareness Month, reminding us of the importance of health, wellness, and supporting one another in our community us of the of health, and one another in our community. Later in the month we will also observe Earth Day on April 22, a wonderful opportunity to reflect Later in the month we will also observe Earth on April 22, a wonderful to reflect on the beauty of our planet and appreciate the natural environment around us on the of our and the natural environment around us.

April 4 – Three Act Night | 7pm

Start the month with an exciting evening in the Copa Ballroom with Three Act Night. This lively show features three dynamic performances oﬀering a variety of music and entertainment styles that are sure to keep the audience engaged. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a fun night out with friends and neighbors.

April 9 – Movie Day: Greenland 2 | 1pm & 6pm

Join us for an action-packed movie experience as we present Greenland 2. This thrilling sequel continues the story of survival as humanity faces global catastrophe and one family struggling to reunite and rebuild in the aftermath. With two showtimes available, residents can enjoy the afternoon or evening showings.

April 11 – The Old Skool Gang | 7pm

Get ready for a fantastic night of dancing and classic hits with The Old Skool Gang. Known for their energetic performances and nostalgic favorites, this band always brings an energetic and lively atmosphere that keeps the dance floor full.

April 14 – Copa Dance | 1pm–3pm

Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music and dancing during our Copa Dance, proudly sponsored by Chen Medical. This popular daytime event is a great opportunity to socialize with neighbors while enjoying lively music and entertainment.

April 16 – Music Bingo | 6pm

Music Bingo is a fun and interactive twist on traditional bingo. Instead of numbers, players listen for songs and mark their cards as the music plays. Presented by Sound of Stardom, this event is always full of laughter, music, and friendly competition.

April 17 – Lunch & Learn | 1pm

Residents are invited to attend this informative Lunch & Learn session sponsored by Chen Medical. This event provides helpful health information while oﬀering a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbors and learn more about important wellness topics.

April

18 – Baile Latino with Jose Victor | 6pm

Join us for a vibrant evening of Latin music and dancing during Baile Latino featuring Jose Victor. The lively rhythms and festive atmosphere make this a favorite event where residents can enjoy great music and a wonderful night on the dance floor.

April

21 – Arts & Crafts with Nancy | 1pm

Get creative during this month’s Arts & Crafts session as we decorate shells and candles using decoupage techniques. This relaxing hands-on activity is perfect for all skill levels and allows residents to create beautiful decorative pieces to take home.

April 23 – Bunco | 11:30am

Join us for a friendly and lively game of Bunco. Whether you are a seasoned player or trying it for the ﬁrst time, Bunco is always a fun social event. Light snacks will be provided and everyone is welcome.

April

23 – Movie Day: One Battle After Another 1pm & 6pm

Our second movie of the month is One Battle After Another. This powerful story that explores perseverance, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of life’s challenges. Join us for a thoughtful and engaging ﬁlm experience with two convenient showtimes.

April 25 – Hawaiian Tiki Night Dance | 7pm

Get ready for a tropical evening under the stars during our Hawaiian Tiki Night Dance by the pool. With island-inspired music, festive décor, and a fun outdoor atmosphere, this event promises a lively and memorable night of dancing and socializing.

April 28 – Muﬃn Day

Stop by and enjoy a delicious muﬃn during this sponsored community event. Muﬃn Day is always a sweet treat and a great opportunity to catch up with neighbors and share some morning conversation.

For those who celebrate Passover, the ﬁrst evening of observance is April 1 and goes to April 9. This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 5. Both are traditionally associated with renewal, hope, and gathering with loved ones. We hope everyone enjoys a beautiful spring season here at Sunrise Lakes Phase 4.

Daily Exercises & Activities

Sunrise Lakes Phase 4 Recreation District offers a variety of exercise classes designed for every fitness level and lifestyle. Just starting out or looking to push your limits? Our welcoming environment and expert instructors make it easy to stay motivated, inspired, and energized!

Wednesdays EXERCISE

Chair Aerobics 10am Chair Yoga 11am Line Dancing 12:30pm Urban Line Dancing 6:30pm Tuesdays

EXERCISE

AquaFit/Weather Permitting (45min) 9:30am

Zumba will replace AquaFit if canceled

Chair Fusion 10:30am

9:30am

Aerobics 10am

Billiard Club Social 6:30pm

Aerobics 10am

Mat Yoga 11am

Aerobics 10am

Watchers 9am & 10:30am Beading Class 2pm

Weight Watchers 8:30am

Group 9:30am

REC BOARD NEWS

Yvonne Hepler Chairperson

Hello Neighbors,

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve just wrapped up a very successful show season! Thank you to everyone in our community who attended and supported our events at the Sunrise Epic Theater and Copa Ballroom. Your enthusiasm and participation made this year truly special.

We’re already busy planning next year’s show and dance seasons. One of our top goals is to make ticket prices more aﬀordable, so even more friends and neighbors can join us for the excitement and fun.

Keep an eye out for a mailing coming your way soon, where we’ll share all the wonderful events we have lined up for you. We can’t wait to see you at the theater and on the dance floor!

Joseph Mallen SLP4 Recreation District Manager

Dear Residents,

Spring is in the air and we are busy with the day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of the Clubhouse and our grounds. Nelson Landscaping, our new golf course maintenance company, has started and the course is starting to look much better.

The outdoor patio area has been refreshed with new seat cushions and a new flooring treatment over the old “chattahoochee” surface. It looks much better and is more comfortable to walk on. In the Clubhouse lobby, we’re working to update the lighting and feel of the gathering space. We hope Residents will enjoy the new look!

Other projects include enhancing the landscaping around our main Clubhouse entrance as well as around our Golf Maintenance Shed. New sod and fresh plantings will help the curb appeal of both areas. The outdoor picnic table area should be refreshed by the printing of this issue and we know Residents will appreciate the refurbished environment.

Jorge Del Pino Treasurer

Mid-Year Budget Update: On Track and On Target!

As we approach the midpoint of the year, we’re pleased to share that our community remains on target with our budget and expectations.

Thanks to careful planning and everyone’s continued commitment, we are well-positioned to meet our goals for the rest of the year.

Thank you for your ongoing support!

Cecilia Carranza Board Supervisor

Community Update: Exciting Changes Underway

We are very excited to share that signiﬁcant changes are currently underway within both the Rec District and the Rec Association. As you may have noticed, some of the improvements are already visible, such as the landscaping at the golf course, the upgrades at the clubhouse, and the garage area by Satellite 2. These enhancements reflect our commitment to making our community an even better place to live and enjoyable recreational activities.

In addition, we want to remind everyone that there will be a change in our accounting ﬁrm, eﬀective April 1st. While we are working diligently to ensure a smooth transition, there may be a few hiccups along the way. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding as we work through this process.

Rest assured, our team is dedicated to making these changes as seamless as possible, and we appreciate your continued support. Thank you for being a vital part of our community!

April Showers

The term “April showers” and the popular proverb “April showers bring May flowers” primarily trace their origins to 16th-century English literature, speciﬁcally the works of poet and farmer Thomas Tusser. However, the concept of April’s rains nourishing spring growth was famously recorded as early as the 14th century by Geoﬀrey Chaucer in the prologue to The Canterbury Tales

Literary Origins

The speciﬁc phrasing used today evolved from early poetic descriptions of the English agricultural cycle. Thomas Tusser (1557), in his instructional poem, A Hundred Good Points of Husbandry, Tusser wrote: “Sweet April showers do spring May flowers.” This is widely considered the ﬁrst recorded use of the modern rhyme.

Geoﬀrey Chaucer (c. 1387), more than a century earlier, opened the General Prologue of The Canterbury Tales with: “Whan that Aprill, with his shoures soote / The droghte of March hath perced to the roote.” This roughly translates to “When April with its sweet showers has pierced the drought of March to the root,” setting the stage for flowers to grow. Over time, the phrase was shortened and modiﬁed. By 1886, a longer version was recorded: “March winds and April showers bring forth May flowers.”

Scientiﬁc and Regional Context

The saying originated in the United Kingdom, where April is traditionally a soggy month due to the position of the jet stream.

Meteorological Cause: In early spring, the jet stream moves northwards, steering storm systems that bring frequent, scattered rain showers.

Botanical Impact: These showers replenish soil moisture and provide nutrients like nitrogen, which are essential for plants awakening from winter dormancy.

Regional Accuracy: While true for the UK, the U.S. Northeast, and the Midwest, the saying is less applicable in areas like California or the Southwest, where April is relatively dry and flowers often rely on winter rains.

CLUBS

BILLIARD CLUB

Dennis Bader (516) 662-9315

Mon & Wed 6:30pm

CLUB LATINO

Alicia Epps (305) 951-8469

See calendar

FORE GOLF CLUB

Gary Krantz

First Wed 9:30am

GROUPS

GAME NIGHT GROUP

David Pope (954) 382-8871

1st & 3rd Wed 6:30pm

MINYAN CLUB

Doug Bengels (954) 729-3576

David Pope (954) 382-8871

Saturdays 9:30am

MULTI-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES CLUB

Carolyn Johnson (267) 735-1000

MUSIC CLUB

Glenn Stricklin (954) 708-7995

Dennis Bader (516) 662-9315

Sundays 6pm

HEALTH NEWS

Five Healthy Aging Tips For Women

These quick tips can help keep you happy and healthy as you juggle your everyday responsibilities.

1. Get breast cancer screenings every 1 – 2 years

One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer, making it the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women and this risk increases with age. Mammograms are the best way to screen for breast cancer, especially during the early stages. The good news is that breast cancer can usually be treated successfully when found early. Medicare covers a free yearly mammogram screening. Learn more about how to prepare and what to expect during the exam.

2. Routine pap exams to detect cervical cancer

Known as the “silent killer,” cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer for American women, but thanks to widespread use of the Pap test, early detection has signiﬁcantly improved and boosted U.S. survival rates. Cervical cancer may not have any signs or symptoms, so it’s recommended women ages 21 to 65 get routine test about every three years. Medicare covers cervical and vaginal cancer screenings once every 24 months or every 12 months if you are at high risk.

3. Exercise will improve your overall health

Roughly 150 minutes (2.5 hours) of moderate exercise a week could improve not only your physical but also mental health. Being active helps improve moods and reduce feelings of depression. It can also help manage diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis.

4. Focus on your mental health

Approximately 15% of adults 60 and over suﬀer from a mental illness, depression being one of the most common. There’s confusion around what exactly depression is, especially since many older adults experience major changes like the death of loved ones or medical problems, causing sadness. The diﬀerence is that the feeling is only temporary. If your feelings of sadness begin to interfere with daily life and normal functioning, you may be experiencing depression. Speak with your doctor about a Medicare depression screening.

5. Healthy eating can prevent serious health conditions

Proper nutrition is essential for the body. As you get older you lose muscle mass, bone density, and burn fewer calories. It takes extra effort to make up for the natural changes of your body which is why eating high nutrient foods make a big difference. Decreased bone density can result in one of the major health concerns affecting about 8 million women, osteoporosis, due to calcium deficiencies in diet.

Hola Amigos y Veci y Vecinos nos

¡Nos complace anunciar que acabamos de concluir una temporada de espectáculos muy exitosa! Gracias a todos los miembros de nuestra comunidad que asistieron y apoyaron nuestros eventos en el Teatro Sunrise Epic y el Salón Copa. Su entusiasmo y participación hicieron que este año fuera realmente especial.

Ya estamos planeando las temporadas de espectáculos y baile del próximo año. Uno de nuestros principales objetivos es que los precios de las entradas sean más asequibles para que aún más amigos y vecinos puedan disfrutar de la emoción y la diversión.

Estén atentos a un correo que les enviaremos próximamente, donde compartiremos todos los maravillosos eventos que tenemos preparados para ustedes. ¡Estamos deseando verlos en el teatro y en la pista de baile!

Como recordatorio, ahora ofrecemos transporte a muchos de los eventos que ocurren en la casa club. Llame a la oﬃcina para registrarsey obtener más información.

Yvonne Hepler Yvonne Hepler

Come join us for our Summer Kickoff Celebration Dance! Great tunes, refreshments, and plenty of dancing! Tickets are only $5 for owners and $10 for guests* (the Labor Day Dance on September 6 will be priced the same).