Leslie Fore Jennifer Vanden Eykel RN, MSN, Patient Care Manager and Clinical Nurse Educator from Casa de la Luz Hospice will be offering a presentation and Q & A session about hospice, palliative care, and the “Five Wishes” program. It will be held at Santa Catalina Catholic Church at 14380 N. Oracle Rd. on Sunday, Feb. 18, from…
January 2024, Generals
A Taste of Spain!
Ann Vernon Eight attendees at the 2023 Oracle Schools Foundation Gala/Auction were excited to find that they could savor the delicious flavors of Spanish food without having to leave the Brooke! Nile Vernon, who spent many summers in Spain and picked up cooking tips from various families he stayed with while teaching in a graduate program,…
January 2024, Clubs & Classes
Why Not “Give It a Whirl?”
Rebecca Williams How many times have you heard someone say, “Square dancing? Me? Oh no, I can’t dance.” So, how about we ask instead, “Can you move to music?” “Can you walk to music?” Or, how about: “Do you like to have fun with friends, and do you want to make new friends?” Square dancing is…
January 2024, Sports
Christmas Sweaters!
The Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch came out to play pickleball in their ugly Christmas sweaters. (Photo by Martin DeMatteis)
January 2024, Generals
Sunset Acoustic Yoga
Bridget Bonner Recently, SaddleBrooke Ranch residents enjoyed “Sunset Acoustic Yoga Practice” overlooking the first tee on our beautiful golf course. Following yoga, the Bistro provided a happy hour for all to enjoy. The yoga practice was led by Bridget Bonner, and the beautiful acoustic music was performed by Mike Holper, both established residents of SBR. We…
December 2023, Front Page
Nightmare at the Net
Kathie Marshall Drunken Pumpkins and Slicing Skeletons engaged in a friendly battle at the Nightmare at the Net tennis tournament held Oct. 31 through Nov. 2 on SaddleBrooke Ranch’s six tennis courts. The tournament was the highlight of the SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) 2023 Steiness Festival featuring an amazing week of tennis and POP tennis entertainment,…
December 2023, Front Page
SBRPA Takes “Battle for the Saddle” Tournament Trophy
Cathy Kauffman Look at the size of that trophy! We all join SaddleBrooke Ranch Pickleball Association (SBRPA) Director of Events Anna Ung in congratulating all the SaddleBrooke Ranch pickleball players who participated in the Battle for the Saddle tournament with SaddleBrooke Pickleball Association (SPA), Oct. 20 through 22. There are too many medalists to mention, but all players contributed…
December 2023, Front Page
A Body Tune-Up
Debora Witten As the holidays approach, it may be time to start thinking about what you want next year to look like. Have you been thinking about changing things up, setting a goal, or just wanting to do something for yourself? It’s never too late to get in better health, and starting a fitness journey…
December 2023, Front Page
Thanks for Another Incredible Cancer Fundraiser!
Sandy Jessop For eight years, the Cancer Support Group has come together to raise funds and awareness for various cancers. 2023 was no exception. We began promoting the annual Cancer Support Group Golf Cart Ride and Cancer Walk several months before these events. We were pleasantly surprised at the number of residents who registered for…
December 2023, Front Page
SBR Memories Matter Team … You Matter!
Florence Messer To say that we are proud of the support and generosity from our friends and family would be an understatement. Our loss of our daughter, Michelle, to Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease is, and always will be, a nightmare. But our fight for a different future has helped to turn our grief into a purpose.…