Linda Strugala, 2010 In the beginning there was the Ranch and some hardy settlers who took a leap of faith believing in the vision of a man named Robson. There was no clubhouse, only a golf course. No dog park, only the paved streets. No swimming pool, only irrigation systems. We were the first who…
Carol Chiarello A recent article in the New York Times touted the health benefits of knitting. A doctor noted that “the repetitive action of needlework can induce a relaxed state like that associated with meditation and yoga.” We also know that knitting and crocheting can lower heart rate and blood pressure and reduce harmful blood…
Barbara Starrett and Joyce Honorof The Small Slams Bridge Club is sanctioned by the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) and is perfect for players interested in improving their duplicate game. It is limited to players with 0-750 Masterpoints. Newcomers to duplicate bridge welcome but must have a playing knowledge of bridge. If you need a…
Carol Chiarello The Knit-Wits held their fifth annual baby shower in collaboration with SaddleBrooke Tucson Troop Support. Barb Carter spoke to our members to explain how many baby baskets are prepared for needy military families. Knit-Wits members knit or crochet baby blankets, sweaters, hats and booties for donation into the baskets. In addition many members…
Twelve members of the SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) participated in the Southern District Women’s Golf Association of Arizona’s 2016 Winter Scotch at the Views in Oro Valley. Participants enjoyed great weather at this one day 18-hole tournament. The overall winner and flight winners were awarded on net scores. Winners from SBRWGA were Janice…
The SaddleBrooke Master Gardeners plant sale will be at the MountainView Clubhouse walkway from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. April 21, 2016. Zann Wilson, SaddleBrooke Master Gardener, will present “Lose the Snooze: Alternatives to Overused Landscape Plants” from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at MountainView Clubhouse Ballroom West. Come purchase plants grown by the SaddleBrooke Master…
Congratulations to Nancy Galant! On February 16, 2016 during SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association league play Nancy had a hole-in-one on hole No.14. Nancy hit a 9 iron 91 yards. It was a high shot into the air that bounced onto the green and rolled into the cup. Great job, Nancy!
On April 23, 2016 the 30th annual Oracle Spring Run Car Show, sponsored by the Oracle Historical Society, will take place at the Pinal County Court House Park, 1470 Justice Dr. in Oracle, AZ. This car show is part of the Oracle Oaks Festival, a full day of activities: craft fair parade, swap meet, library…
Dr. Mark Magdanz Who wants to dance this spring/summer? With the warm weather it seems we are headed to the change of seasons. It’s time to see who wants to dance at the Ranch for the 2016 spring/summer months. Ranch dancers will have their spring series starting mid-May. Rebecca accepts reservations for class series far…
Q – I know that Orbitel has made a number of improvements recently. Can you please summarize them? A – Certainly! Orbitel has made continuous improvements in performance, quality and products, assuring that current customers and future generations always have access to cutting-edge technology made easy by the Orbitel team. Those improvements include the following:…