About the African American Association of Sun Lakes
Serving the 50+ Community in Sun Lakes, Arizona Since 2001
The African American Association of Sun Lakes (AAASL) was founded in 2001 by a small group of residents in Sun Lakes, Arizona who sought to build meaningful cultural and social connections within their community. What began as a desire to connect with others of shared interests and backgrounds has grown into a thriving nonprofit organization dedicated to fellowship, engagement, and community involvement.
AAASL proudly serves adults ages 50 and older in Sun Lakes, Arizona, creating opportunities for cultural enrichment, social activities, volunteerism, and lasting friendships.
Meet our current board members
Current Board Members from left to right: David Sheer- Treasurer, Rosetta Sheer-President, Patricia Watts-Secretary, Gael Tillery-Vice President, Jackie Slaughter-Activities Coordinator, Sonda Hilario-Website Administrator, Denise Brice Walker-Correspondence Secretary
About Us
About Our Club
Monthly Game Nite and Welcome Back Party
Monthly Game Nite with group games like Mexican Train, Bid Whist and multiple other games. Bring your favorite Snack/Appetizer to share and enjoy the fellowship for a couple of hours. Takes place the 2nd Saturday of each month. This is a Members only event. Non Members may attend with a Member. The Welcome Back Party, welcomes our winter visitors and Members back for the season. Typically a potluck event with a DJ or Live Entertainment, dancing and lots of fun in October.
Jazz in the Park
Jazz in the Park is an annual event with music and catered food. This event is held outdoors during the delightful Spring month of April in Chandler, Arizona. Tickets are presold. Stay tuned for more information about the upcoming 2026 Event. Coming soon.
Holiday Event Party
Join our Annual Holiday Event Party with catered food and live entertainment. Enjoy Food, Fun and Dancing. This event is held at the end of the year in December. Tickets to this event are presold. Tickets are limited so be sure to get yours before they are sold out!
Member Spotlight
Meet Member - KENNY STOVES
By Naomi Bryson
After volunteering for the first two requests for help, Kenny Stoves, sent a message to the members in attendance at the meeting that he wanted to get involved in the AAASL in a meaningful way. The African American Association of Sun Lakes is an organization that brings together a group of individuals residing in Sun Lakes, AZ who share similar interests, seek recreation and social interaction. Kenny stated that he believes that the organization educates others about African-American history and brings all races together. Rosetta Sheer is the current president of AAASL.
Kenny serves on the committee to recommend revisions to the website for economy efficiency. He finds this as a challenging role, but is excited to make a contribution. He finds that his previous education (Masters in Business Administration) and work experience as Executive Administrator in the U.S. Airforce and Operations Management in Logistics, to be helpful. He recently retired as supervisor of the Iron Oaks Patrol and Gate Team in Sun Lakes. Kenny Stoves, age 64 is divorced and ready to date again. He is the proud father of two children and grandfather of four. He is pleased that his children and grand children live nearby his current residence in Ocotillo. He loves the Ocotillo and Sun Lakes areas and once lived in Palo Verde. He has three siblings: 2 brothers living in Florida and a sister who lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.
When asked about his bucket list, Kenny responded excitedly that he is making plans to visit the Netherlands in Europe and Portugal in March and also plans to visit Bali, Indonesia and Thailand (Asia) in May. He has recently taken a cruise which afforded himself opportunities to visit some of the Caribbean Islands including St. Thomas and St. Croix and Puerto Rico.
What else does Kenny do for fun? He plays golf with a respectable handicap and collects world paper money. He loves helping people and wants to make new friends. Kenny saw the need for each AAASL member to have a copy of the organization’s bylaws, so he made copies for all members.
Kenny is considered fastidious in his dress and surroundings by his own admission. He also thinks that he is a good cook. Jokingly, he said that he could cook for the AAASL Jazz in the Park event which was held in the Spring. Wow! If you want to join Kenny in sharing your energy within a great organization, visit the website at AAASL.Club.
Join the AAASL Club
PAY Membership Dues (2025-2026)
We’d love to have you! Please fill out this Membership Form (online) Dues: $31 online or $30 by check per person. Mail to: AAASL, PO Box 13114, Chandler, AZ 85248.
