Linda Shannon-Hills Twas the second weekend before Christmas and just after Hanukkah, all through the community the carolers were singing those songs we all know to ring in the holidays. Our firemen were ready to hear the first round, singing along while they filmed the large crowd. We finished our songs to a hearty applause…
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Generals, February 2019
SaddleBrooke Ranch Woodworkers Club to hold raffle for artisan serving tray
The SaddleBrooke Ranch Woodworkers Club (SBRWWC) is proud to announce a raffle for an artisan serving tray. The tray was made by one of our members, Tom Moore. The tray is made out of Bubinga and Quilted Maple with splined mitered corners and brass pins with a sprayed lacquered finish. Bubinga is an exotic wood…
Generals, February 2019
Thank you, Ranch residents, for a successful Red Cross Blood Drive – 2019 schedule Linda Shannon-Hills Thank you so very much for supporting the SaddleBrooke Ranch and American Red Cross Blood Drive on December 1, 2018. It was very successful thanks to our wonderful donors! We collected a total of 47 units, a potential of…
Generals, February 2019
SBR golf equipment drive to benefit The First Tee of Tucson
Have an old set of golf clubs, golf balls, a bag or other golf equipment packed in the corner of your garage? On Wednesday, February 20, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., The First Tee will be accepting your donation in the parking lot outside the SBR Golf Pro Shop. Donations are tax deductible and donating…
Generals, February 2019
Ranch resident performs free concert February 3
Nancy Carlson SaddleBrooke Ranch resident, Bruce Carlson, will be in concert on February 3, 2019 at OrCA, the Oracle Center for the Arts. The free concert will begin at 4:00 p.m. Bruce writes Folk-Americana music and plays his originals and some cover songs on several differently tuned guitars. He says that his music is all…
Generals, February 2019
Sister Jose Women’s Center invites you to Luncheon/Auction March 3
Santa Catalina Catholic Church is hosting the fourth annual Luncheon/Silent Auction to benefit the Sister Jose Women’s Center in Tucson. For many Tucson women experiencing homelessness, Sister Jose Women’s Center is their only safe haven and the first step to recovery from homelessness. It’s low-barrier day center provides unaccompanied homeless women with a stable and…
Generals, February 2019
Thursday Talks: February 21 “Speaking of Ravens”
Ravens are the largest of the passerine birds, or songbirds. Although the Common Raven’s voice can hardly be considered melodic, what it lacks in soothing song it makes up for in extreme intelligence. Think also, for example, primates, dolphins, elephants, parrots and octopuses. Ravens have coexisted with humans for thousands of years and occur frequently…
Generals, February 2019
Unit 4B scores a holiday trifecta
Camille Esterman Residents of 4B arrived at our caroling party carrying trays of appetizers and desserts. Beverages including hot cider and eggnog with real whipped cream were offered by our hosts, Janet and Lynn Baker. Additional spirits were available on a BYOB basis. A festive atmosphere greeted the roving carolers! After joining them in several…
Generals, February 2019
SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Happenings
Home tour tickets available on March 4 Nancy McCluskey-Moore Want to know how others have remodeled their SaddleBrooke homes to improve traffic flow, expand storage options, create a space for guests or simply modernize their surroundings? Then this SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) home tour is perfect for you. It will focus on remodeled homes, allowing…
Generals, February 2019
Help stop hunger on March 23
Nancy McCluskey-Moore The 21st annual SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) Food Drive will be held on Saturday, March 23. On that day, volunteers will gather donations of food and money to support the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) based in Mammoth. TCFB serves needy families living in Mammoth, San Manuel and Oracle. In the Tri-Community area, 20%…