David Zapatka Sister and reader Judy Haberstroh wrote after reading the June column, “This one is interesting. Initially I was leaning toward using ‘yet’ but once I saw the specific definition of ‘still,’ I felt that was the correct word. However, when talking, I would more likely place the word ‘still’ after ‘it’s’ rather than…
Generals, July 2020
2020 Health Fair Canceled
Phyllis Ketring, Publicity Coordinator The SaddleBrooke Health Fair Planning Committee has regretfully decided to cancel this year’s Health Fair scheduled for Oct. 24. This is the first time that the fair has been canceled in nearly 23 years. After a detailed discussion on masks, social distancing, limited exhibits, and restricted attendance, it was decided that there…
Generals, July 2020
August Calendars
Alex Baker, Administrative Assistant There are no August calendar events scheduled at this time. For the most recent SBR COVID-19 updates, please check the SBR HOA website announcement page or keep a lookout for SBR email updates.
Features, July 2020
Socially Acceptable Weight Gain
Becky Kueker, SaddleBrooke resident, National Speaker and Author I stepped off the bathroom scale, looked in the mirror and thought, “Really!” That scale has been totally off the last two months so I knew it was definitely time for me to kick it to the corner and social distance. Or maybe I should move it…
Front Page, July 2019
SBRWGA Hosts First Member-Guest Tourney
Jeanne Osterlund SBRWGA was very proud to host our first Member-Guest Golf Tournament on May 6 and 7. Our club has grown significantly in the last few years, to the point we felt we would have enough participation to make a successful event. We outperformed our expectations! We had 96 members and guests from all…
Front Page, July 2019
Residents encourage local children to read
Nancy McCluskey-Moore On May 11, SaddleBrooke Ranch residents delivered 36 beautifully made bookcases to Ray School in Kearny. The bookcases were built by Ranch woodworkers Dan Carter, John Gordon, Jef Hansen, Barry Milner, Ron Gustafson, Ed Cheszek, Jim Lindley and Ron Hilbert for distribution to graduating kindergarteners. For many years, the Rotary Club of Kearny…
June 2017
Robson Communities named a top 100 Employer in Arizona
Sherry Jackson, Corporate Communications, RCI Robson Communities, Inc. is proud to have been named by the Arizona Republic as one of the State of Arizona’s largest private-sector employers in 2017. Robson Communities made the list along with other top employers such as Banner Health, which leads the list with more than 43,000 employees in Arizona. Other companies…
Generals, July 2019
Cruising the Caribbean in SBR
Camille Esterman When the temperatures rise in AZ, many residents dream of island adventures surrounded by cool, blue waters. An invitation to a Caribbean cruise party, hosted by Jennifer Black and Steve Hanns, provided the perfect opportunity to mentally enjoy an escape from the heat. Caribbean masks and balloons greeted party goers when they arrived…
Clubs & Classes, July 2019
PhotoWorks visits Oracle’s Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm
Arlene Wong On June 13th, eleven members of the SBR PhotoWorks went on a photography field trip to the lavender farm in Oracle. It was a record-breaking hot day, and the cooler temps in the Oracle hills were welcomed. Carolyn Blair, owner of the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm and resident artist, greeted the…
Sports, July 2019
SBR Tennis Association mixed doubles and poker event highlights
Lee Stastny The SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association held a mixed doubles and poker event on Wednesday, June 12. Players earned playing cards for games won during the two-hour event with prizes awarded to those with the best poker hand during the social event at the Ranch House. Prizes for best poker hand were awarded to…