B’nai Midbar News Melanie Einbund Oneg Celebrations: An Oneg is a mitzvah (good deed) to celebrate and sponsor a special occasion, memory, an honor, or just because. Our sponsors include: October, Mike and Gerri Koen, celebrating their 64th wedding anniversary; November, Leslie Klipper Stewart celebrating her 70th birthday; December is sponsored by the Congregation, welcoming new members.…
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September 2026, Clubs & Classes
To Line Dance or to Square Dance—That Is the Question!
Rebecca Williams Dancing is one of the most enjoyable ways to improve balance, stay active, and keep the mind sharp—and here at the Ranch, you have two great options to choose from: line dancing and square dancing. Better yet, why not try both? Line Dancing Lesson sessions start every 7 to 8 weeks Line dancing…
September 2026, Generals
Travel Talk Tuesday Is Going to New Zealand
Arlene Wong Nandita and Prag Shah, who moved to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) in September 2025, are avid hikers and travelers. They have moved many times and lived in Pittsburgh, Pa.; Brussels, Belgium; Princeton, N.J.; and most recently in Gilbert, Ariz., for 12 years before moving to SBR. They love to travel and have visited many…
September 2026, Generals
Desert Gardening Expo
Susan Slocum Do you think gardening in an arid climate means settling for rocks and dust? Think again! With the right techniques—like strategic drip irrigation and proper plant selection—you can successfully grow a lush variety of agave, blooming cacti, and native desert scrubs. The secret is learning proven methods that thrive specifically in the SaddleBrooke…
September 2026, Generals
Water Conservation and Choosing the Correct Plants
The University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension, Pinal County Southeast Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 1 p.m., in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle AZ 85623. Join us for a presentation “Water Conservation and Choosing the Correct Plants for Pinal…
September 2026, Generals
Chair Yoga Is Happening at Vista United Methodist Church
Sharon Scanlan and Marty Lenzini Tanya Fagentan, who teaches a very popular class in SaddleBrooke HOA One and SaddleBrooke Ranch, also teaches a weekly Chair Yoga class on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. at Vista United Methodist Church. The cost is $10/class, paid directly to Tanya in cash or check. It is held in the…
September 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings New Season, New Era
Dawn A. Walker SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings (SBWS) held a luncheon in July to honor our beloved conductor Jesus Jacquez. After three wonderful years with SBWS, Jesus is moving on to a music graduate program in Montana (the climate opposite of southern Arizona) starting SBWS in the fall. The luncheon was held in the HOA TWO…
September 2026, Front Page
Plan to Attend the ARTwalk
Diane Verkuylen-Murphy Friday, Oct. 23, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The ARTwalk is a respected semi-annual event at SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). The Spring show drew visitors from the Greater Tucson Area and nearby communities. Twenty-five artists opened their home studios, and five art clubs showcased local SBR artists…
September 2026, Clubs & Classes
SBR Conservatives Meeting September 9
Sheila K. Muehling The SaddleBrooke Ranch Conservatives (SBRC) will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 9, in the SBR Sol Ballroom from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. We will welcome Sine Kerr, candidate for Arizona Lt. Governor. Arizona’s new Lieutenant Governor position is primarily a succession and executive management role, rather than a separate elected office with independent…
September 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Ranch Blood Drive: Saturday, Oct. 3 at The Ranch House Sol Ballroom
Please join SaddleBrooke Ranch and The American Red Cross on Saturday, Oct. 3, 7 a.m. to noon, at The Ranch House Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623. To make an appointment, go to: redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=saddlebrookeranch. You will need either the Red Cross Blood Donor App or a form of ID to register at…