Ed Melnick and Judie Shyman SaddleBrooke is such a great place to live, but the summer heat can be a challenge. Our last four summers were spent in Logan, Utah, and with no regret. The temps are lower and the courses offered are more than stimulating. We are still amazed at the variety of activities…
January 2022
Colorado Club Social February 1
Linda Shannon-Hills Members of the Colorado Club or new residents from Colorado are invited to attend a casual social event on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022, in La Mesa and Montana rooms located in La Hacienda Club from 4 to 6 p.m. Stop off at the Bistro for a beverage of choice or snack to bring…
January 2022
IJSS Celebrates Chanukah, a New Year, and Tu Bishvat
Finally meeting Rabbi Laura Harari in person and surrounded by friends, the Institute for Judiac Services and Studies (IJSS) celebrated Shabbat, Rosh Chodesh, and Chanukah at the DesertView Theater. The services led by Rabbi Harari were held with an upbeat spirit, joy, and tradition. Sarah Boltt, our cantorial soloist, was in her prime while accompanied…
January 2022
Red Cross Blood Drive February 19
Linda Shannon-Hills We need your help! The American Red Cross continues to be short on needed blood. If you can donate, we encourage you to register to donate. The next Red Cross Blood Drive at the Ranch will be on Saturday, Feb. 19, starting at 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. The drive will be held…
January 2022, December 2021
Holiday Happenings at Tri-Community Food Bank
Rosemary Douglas The Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) is planning for a busy holiday season, as they prepare to meet the needs of their customers who are food insecure. Food insecurity is defined as “a lack of consistent access to enough food for every person in a household to live an active, healthy life.” On the Sunday before…
January 2022, December 2021
SBR Women of Action Hosts a Discussion on Socialism and Statism vs. Free-Market Capitalism
Judy Smith Women of Action of SaddleBrooke Ranch hosted Doug Cardell, former Congressional aide, veteran, business owner, educator, and candidate for a Ph.D. in economic policy, at their Oct. 25 meeting. Cardell discussed the differences between free-market capitalism, fascism, socialism, and communism in regards to national economic policy. Fascism, socialism, and communism limit the rights of…
January 2022, December 2021
Essential Oils for a Stress-Free Holiday Season
JoAnne Guadioso The holiday season is meant to be full of joy, merriment, and happy socializing, but can sometimes stray far away from this. Your days may be filled with gift shopping, family reunions, party planning, overeating, and not enough sleep. Prepping for the holidays can be harsh on anyone! Luckily, essential oils can be…
January 2022
Arizona Red and Pink Hats to Sparkle at State Convention – March 5
Glamour and glitz is back on March 5, 2022! We hope you will join us for this fun Red Hat Society–Arizona Chapters event from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the San Tan Ballroom at the Cottonwood Clubhouse in Sun Lakes. The convention is hosted by Desert Ya Ya’s and Chapeaux Rouge, along with hosts…
January 2022
Relishing Pickleball: The Serve
David Zapatka Quoting from Pickleball Fundamentals: Master the basics and compete with confidence by Mary Littlewood, when hitting a serve, “contact must be made below the waist, which is defined as level with the navel. Further, International Federation of Pickleball Official Tournament Rulebook rule 4.A1 states the arm ‘must be moving in an upward arc’ and that…
January 2022, December 2021
Join Us in Song at Christmas
The SaddleBrooke Singers would love to hear your voice in concert with ours at the DesertView Performing Arts Center (DVPAC) on Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss the opportunity to sing “Jingle Bells,” “Deck the Halls,” “Jolly Old St. Nicholas,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” and more. Experience the joy of celebrating the…