Julie Peek, Pinal County Master Gardener The SaddleBrooke/SaddleBrooke Ranch Master Gardeners invite you to attend our annual Plant Sale, Thursday, Oct. 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. at MountainView clubhouse (38759 S. Mountainview Blvd.) outside of the ballroom on the patio. There will be plenty of parking in the lots outside the ballroom. Among the…
Generals, July 2022
Did You Know? Monsoon Summer, the Fifth Season in the Sonoran Desert
Linda Shannon-Hills Prior to moving to the Ranch, we were accustomed to the four seasons that divide up the year, based on the weather and daylight hours. We quickly learned of the fifth season of the Sonoran Desert. Summer is divided into two parts, “fore-summer,” occurring in May and June, followed by “summer monsoon season”…
Sports, July 2022
Get to Know Our SBRTA Instructors
Deb McGiboney We would like to acknowledge two of our very own SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) tennis instructors. Wayne Watkins, our training and development chair, teaches a Fundamental Skills Clinic every Monday morning. If you are not a member and would like to sign up for this complimentary clinic, please email [email protected]. Let’s get…
Clubs & Classes, July 2022
Mudslingers Pottery Club: Imagine What You Can Create!
Our club continues to grow. The new members enjoy the intro classes, make new friends, and put their ideas into hand-building a unique pottery piece. Plus they come into the studio for a wonderful place to stay cool in the summer! Intro classes always fill up fast. To enroll, drop by the studio during studio…
Features, July 2022
Come Volunteer or Adopt a New Family Member from SOLR!
Elizabeth Mastro When my husband and I first moved to the Ranch in January 2021, we enjoyed meeting so many new neighbors while we were out walking our Lab, Abby. Having her sure made our transition into the Ranch much easier. I had volunteered with a rescue since 2013 prior to moving here, and when…
Clubs & Classes, July 2022
You’re Invited! SaddleBrooke Ranch Women of Wine
Deb McGiboney and Susie Morrill SaddleBrooke Ranch Women of Wine (SBRWOW) meet the third Wednesday of each month. Our next gathering is Wednesday, July 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Ranch House Grill on the Event Patio. There will be a portable bar set up on the patio. Note the summer month’s time change!…
Generals, July 2022
SaddleBrooke’s Own Fantasy Football League
Did you love the game of football as a youngster? Do you still love watching NFL football many years later? Do you enjoy the banter with other fans? If so, you can become the general manager of your own NFL football team. SaddleBrooke has its own NFL fantasy football league run through Yahoo named SaddleBrooke…
Generals, July 2022
SBR Newcomers Welcome Gathering on Wednesday, July 13
Linda Shannon-Hills Overwhelmed with moving to SaddleBrooke Ranch? New community, new state, new home … Where do I find all the information to make settling into this new community easier? Join the Newcomers Welcome Program for an in-person gathering on Wednesday, July 13, starting at 3 p.m. We are meeting in the Sol Ballroom located in…
Sports, July 2022
Early Putting Began in May
Camille Esterman The Ranchette Putters welcomed any chance to putt before the heat of the day, as the club initiated an earlier start time in May. Cool temperatures and breezy conditions often greeted members as they assembled at 8 a.m. However as the sun warmed the air and play ended, everyone was grateful for the…
Sports, July 2022
Kay Johnson Wins the Telegraph Tournament
Beth Chamberlin Kay Johnson is the proud recipient of the Telegraph Tournament Trophy for 2022. Kay tied her personal best score of 92 (net 67) to win the day. The Telegraph Tournament is a one-day net tournament and was the 3rd State Medallion event. The SaddleBrooke Women’s Golf Association participates in the Telegraph Tournament as…