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Many say there are two kinds of people in the world: the Irish, and those who wish they were. Join us for Chef LaLa's Traditional Irish American Paddy's Day feast that includes corned beef and cabbage, mashed potatoes, and carrots for $22. Then have an Irish Crème Chocolate Trifle $7.95. Of course, you may always order your feast for pick up and watch an Irish movie. According to Ed McMahon, "God invented whiskey to keep the Irish from ruling the world." Irish beer and Irish cocktails Nutty Irishman, Irish Mule, or a Leprechaun Martini are offered this month. Tues., March 3 is National Soup Day and Simplify Your Life Day so come to the Sandwedge and enjoy a cup or bowl. Thurs., March 5 is Multiple Personality Day; bring all of yours to one of our venues breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Sandwedge will be rockin NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, aka March Madness. March 15 is Selection Sunday. March Madness First Four: March 17-18; First Round March 19 and 20. March Madness Second Round: March 21-22; Sweet 16, March 26-27; Elite Eight March 28-29. I hope you reflect on the luck you've already had and think about making more. Cheers! Or as they say in Ireland, sláinte! (pronounced "slahn-chuh"). If by chance, you overindulge, a Irish hangover cure is the Crisp Sandwich: Irish potato chips sandwiched between two slices of buttered bread. Try our SLCC freshly made crisp chips nestled in a buttered dinner roll. March 29th is also National Vietnam Veteran Day. Come down and swap stories, shake hands, and enjoy the camaraderie with a community that is grateful for all those who served. We honor and thank each and every one of you for your service. Chef LaLa is conscientious with where our foods are sourced. Chef can prepare gluten-free and celiac-sensitive dishes. This is your Restaurant; every effort is being made to try and accommodate your needs, just ask. Whether you stop by for tea or coffee in the morning or afternoon with a muffin or dessert, if it's in our kitchen, you may order it. For reservations, call (951) 769 6654. Until next month, surround yourself with positivity, love, laughter, good friends, family, and enjoy peace in your heart. ~ Carole Elliott 18 | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | MARCH 2026 | Restaurant & Lounge Advisory Sand Trap Design: Sand traps (bunkers) provide visual interest and are usually one of the most beautiful design features on a golf course. They provide a challenge to golfers and enhance the appearance of a golf hole. A lot goes into the design of a bunker often dictated by the length and difficulty of the golf hole. Golf course architects design bunkers to be visible to a golfer from a distance so they can plan their strategy. Usually the high point or steep side of the bunker is designed to provide perspective from the tee shot to the fairway or fairway shot into the green. Sand Trap Egress: The GAC has received questions regarding bunker entry and exit, with the concern regarding the steep slopes from the fairway or green into the bunker. Our sand traps are designed with a low point usually on the backside of the bunker that is often the side opposite the fairway or green. This design feature of a low point was important in renovating bunkers for our senior community. While this route in and out of the bunker may not be most direct or convenient, it is the safest. Golfers are asked to leave the rake at this low point to encourage entry for those golfers who follow. Sand Trap Care: The sand traps on the Championship course use a state of the art liner system that separates the sand and soil to maintain the integrity of the sand. This liner improves drainage, reduces weed growth, and increases the life expectancy of the sand trap. Golfers are asked to use a little care and not just rake sand up to the side of the bunker as you exit. Many times when golfers report a bunker needs more sand, golf maintenance finds sand raked and accumulated in one area of the bunker. Raking bunkers to maintain a 4" sand depth throughout the bunker greatly helps to protect the liner. ~ Mike Callahan, callahm56@yahoo.com Golf Advisory

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