Marlene Jolly and fellow knitters Yarn Connection is a knitting and crocheting group for SaddleBrooke Ranch residents. We meet Thursday afternoons, from 1 to 3 p.m., in the La Vista Room at La Hacienda Club. We are a casual group of knitters and crocheters who meet to visit, share patterns and techniques, knit for charity,…
Features, October 2020
Remember Our Fallen U.S. Veterans
Wreaths Across America (WAA) When a volunteer places a wreath on a veteran’s grave on National Wreaths Across America Day, we encourage them to speak that veteran’s name aloud, thank them for their service and sacrifice, and reflect on that person and their life. Along with our wreath-laying ceremonies at cemeteries throughout the country, WAA…
Generals, October 2020
Join AAUW Members to Support “Get Out the Vote” Effort
Barbra Stewart To support the national Get Out the Vote effort by Vote Forward (votefwd.org), Judy Baur, a Robson community resident and lead of a SE Valley AAUW Branch History Lovers group, invited group members to write postcards that will be sent to registered voters who did not participate in the 2016 election. The script…
Features, October 2020
How I Adopted an Elephant
Arlene Wong When Linda Harvey asked Ranch folks what they have been doing during the time of COVID-19, I shared about watching the daily activities of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s orphan elephants and rhinos. She asked if I could share this. Well, if I can’t live among the elephants, I’m always happy to talk about…
October 2020
Meet the Instructors: Tom Oetinger
Ken Marich The ILR is proud to welcome Tom Oetinger as a member of our faculty. Tom has an interesting background that encompasses criminal justice and an expertise in wine appreciation. Tom was born in Philadelphia and lived for 34 years in central New Hampshire. His initial interest was in criminal justice, and he became…
Sports, October 2020
SBRWGA 2020 Southern District Telegraph Tournament
Carol Mihal The SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) held its 2020 Telegraph Tournament on Aug. 25. This tournament began many years ago, prior to many organized sport associations, when most players were unable to travel to competitions. Local competitions were then held, and the results were sent via telegraph to the organizers to determine…
Generals, October 2020
Meet Marylee Pangman
Zann Wilson Your SaddleBrooke/SaddleBrooke Ranch Master Gardeners are pleased to bring Marylee Pangman to our Thursday, Oct. 15, 1 p.m. online program, “Become the Master of Your Desert Container Garden.” Marylee is the founder and former owner of Tucson’s The Contained Gardener. With more than 25 years of successfully designing and growing potted gardens in…
Generals, October 2020
What’s New Around SaddleBrooke Ranch?
Murphy Kulasa, Marketing Manager Quick Move-In Homes—Discover a selection of desirable, quick move-in designer homes at SaddleBrooke Ranch. With convenience and functionality in mind, these well-appointed homes are professionally designed and equipped with the latest upgrades, all at a great value. New Home Designs—At SaddleBrooke Ranch, each new home, from brand new to recently introduced,…
Features, October 2020
Long Overdue: Digital Photos to Albums
Judy Fisher In January of this year, my husband and I were ready to celebrate our second year at SaddleBrooke Ranch. We had purchased a resale, moved here in January 2019, and spent most of the first year remodeling, landscaping, and furnishing it. We became involved with many groups, clubs, sports, and made new friends…
Clubs & Classes, October 2020
Wave a Sign!
Vicki Godbey SaddleBrooke Ranch Republican Ladies invite you to join us at our Saturday rallies for the re-election of President Trump. Our rallies have been very successful, much fun, and a lot of camaraderie. Men and women are participating from SaddleBrooke Ranch, SaddleBrooke, and Oro Valley. Just bring yourself, a spouse, or a friend; we…