Ann Vernon The talent in our SaddleBrooke communities never ceases to amaze me, and that talent was very evident at a “fun fall festival” that was held at the home of Mary Jo and Barry Swartzberg, co-hosted by Sue Schliepsiek and Ann Vernon. Mary Jo had invited 11 artists to showcase their jewelry, mosaic pieces,…
Generals, February 2026
Data Centers: A Strategic Opportunity for Trico Members
Brian Heithoff, Trico CEO and GM Last month, Trico Electric Cooperative celebrated our 80th year with a look back at all we accomplished in 2025. As Trico starts its 81st year, I want to look forward to an issue that will be important for Trico in 2026 and for years to come: data centers. I…
Generals, February 2026
Voices in the Oaks Kicks Off 10th Anniversary Season
Lu Legel Voices in the Oaks (VIO) Chorale kicked off 2026 with our first rehearsal on Jan. 15 at Vista UMC in Catalina and we have hit the ground running on our 10th anniversary “favorites” program. This special program celebrates 10 years of making music together by revisiting favorite songs from our past seasons like…
Generals, February 2026
ARTwalk Studio Tours Coming in April!
Diane Verkuylen-Murphy Art is alive and thriving in our community. Would you like to tour SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) home studios and meet resident artists? The 2026 Spring ARTwalk studio tours will be coming soon. If you’re new to the community and want to enhance your new home with original art or if you just need…
Generals, February 2026
Library Committee Announces Books and Dates for the Read America 250 Program and Raffle
Karen Daly Peltier The Saddlebrooke Ranch Library Committee has announced the three books for the Read America 250 Program. The program, which celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, will start with the book “Declaration: The Nine Tumultuous Weeks When America Became Independent, May 1 – July 4, 1776,” by…
Generals, February 2026
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
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Generals, February 2026
Free Concert Presented by SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings
Dawn A. Walker SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings (SBWS) will be performing at Vista De La Montana United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m. The theme is “Music That Moves Us.” We’ll play dance music, and music about moving/ travelling, including Gustav Holst’s “Second Suite in F” and “Simple Gifts: Four Shaker Songs” by…
Generals, February 2026
Wine Lovers Will Love the “Off the Vine” Wine Festival
Rebecca Williams Hey, Ranchers, the Off the Vine Wine Festival returns to Oro Valley on Feb. 21, bringing Arizona wine to the park. The 11th annual event takes over James D. Kriegh Park located nearby at 23 W. Calle Concordia in Oro Valley, for a full day of tastings, music, and community. The Off the…
February 2026, Generals
A Celebratory First: World-Class Music Comes To SBR
Nancy Eisenstein The Oracle Piano Society had its inaugural home performance on Dec. 13, 2025, at the home of Ben and Nancy Eisenstein. Prize winning group Duo Prism, consisting of world-renowned musicians Rieko Aizawa on piano and Jesse Mill on violin, performed. Champagne and hors d’oeuvres were served. The objective was to raise awareness of…
Generals, February 2026
SaddleBrooke Ranch Blood Drive: Saturday, April 4 at The Ranch House
Please join SaddleBrooke Ranch and The American Red Cross on Saturday, April 4, 7 a.m. to noon, at The Ranch House Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623. To make an appointment, go to: redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=saddlebrookeranch. You will need either the Red Cross Blood Donor App or a form of ID to register at…