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By Kara Lukasik The saying goes, "April showers bring May flowers," and for the Recreation Department, it brings fun! We have many upcoming events that are sure to bring a spring to your step. Have you ever taken a photo with your smart phone and said to yourself, "What was I thinking?" If so, then you will want to join us at the Smart Phone Photography classes, the first two Saturdays in April. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up. We have a couple of great musical events in the Ballroom this month - The Classics of Rock N Soul on Fri., April 8 and the Firebird Brass Quintet on Sun., April 24. Additionally, there are some events planned that will assist in your spring cleaning: I-Shred will be here May 6 and the Spring Garage Sales will be the first three Saturdays of May. I look forward to seeing everyone enjoying the beautiful spring, as well as all our fun-filled activities. From the Recreation Director | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | APRIL 2022 | 19 Fri., April 8, 7 pm, Main Clubhouse Ballroom, $20 per person. Join us as Premeditated Productions Palm Springs presents a MUST see tribute to the champions of Rock & Soul. On stage will be Aretha Franklin (The Queen of Soul), Elvis Presley (The King of Rock & Roll), and Chuck Berry (The Father of Rock & Soul) where they will deliver round after round of their classic hits. Enjoy the night while Emcee, Curtis B "referees with humor and audience interaction. Beautiful dancers, music and laughs… The Classics of Rock & Soul will knock you out. Tickets are on sale now! checks only please, made payable to Sun Lakes Country Club. For info, please the Recreation Department at call (951) 845-2191. The Classics of Rock 'N Soul The Classics of Rock 'N Soul Saturdays, April 2 and 9, 10 am, Arts & Crafts Room; $25 per person per class. Taught by award-winning Redlands photographer Bruce Herwig II (Bruce and Carol's son). Bruce has a contagious love of photography and will be sharing his favorite tips and tricks for taking better photos with your smartphone. Students should bring their own smartphone (iPhone or Android) with the ability to download and pay for a variety of inexpensive apps. This class will be a combination of instruction, photo walks, hands-on editing, and group critique. You will learn to incorporate the basics of composition, color, and style into your photography. Class size is limited to 15 students. Call (951) 845-2191 to sign up for the classes. How to Take & Edit Photos on your Smartphone Sun., April 24, 2 pm, Main Clubhouse Ballroom; $12 per person. Join the Recreation Department in welcoming The Firebird Brass Quintet, with guest vocalist Sheila James. The FBQ will play, sing, and entertain you with your favorite classical and Broadway hits, the swing music from the Big Band Era and Jazz favorites. Tickets are on sale now! Checks only please, made payable to Sun Lakes Country Club. Info., (951) 845-2191. The Sunday Concert Series featuring the Firebird Brass Quintet All Recreation events and activities are subject to change based on the COVID-19 guidelines and protocols set by the State and County of Riverside