Scott Hopkins Maybe you’ve thought about writing a story, novel, or memoir, but you don’t consider yourself a writer. Well, like golf, yoga, music, painting, or anything else in life, it takes practice and a simple decision to just do it. If that’s you, a good way to start is by joining the Ranch Writers.…
Christianne Dettmann Did you know the YMCA operates a youth camp and retreat center less than 30 miles from SaddleBrooke, just on the other side of the Catalina Mountains? With a plethora of activities that includes archery, horseback riding, swimming, ziplining, and more, the Triangle Y Ranch camp provides an exciting yet peaceful getaway for…
Barbara Barr Bengen The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke sponsored the first-ever trade fair at the San Manuel Community Center for members of the Copper Corridor communities. Entitled “Pathways to Possibility,” the Trade Fair not only featured employment and career opportunities but also scholarships for training. The Community Center was filled with a wide variety of…
M.C. Nelson The SaddleBrooke Ranch Democratic Club hosted Edgar Soto, candidate for Arizona State Senate. Edgar has lived his whole life in Southern Arizona; his family lived in Pima County since before the region was part of the USA. He is a Marine Corps veteran. He spent the last 27 years at Pima Community College…
Jeff Kaczmarek Your SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Technology Club concluded a successful first quarter of 2026 with two sold–out events that were open to all members of the Ranch whether a Tech Club member or not. On April 6 we had another of our twice–a–year Electronics Recycling Events. Folks brought in used PCs, laptops, phones, printers,…
Helen Amelsberg Cheers, chatter, and a touch of royal flair made for a fantastic afternoon as 21 attendees gathered on March 23 at Dove Mountain Brewery for a spirited British Club get-together. Guests enjoyed sampling a variety of beer flights alongside other refreshing beverages, while a delicious spread kept everyone happily fueled—from fish and chips…
Are you looking for a class to fill your summer activities? Join Karla Trippe, SaddleBrooke author and spiritualist, as she introduces students to the practice of Shamanism. This six-week course will teach the fundamentals of this ancient, tribal healing modality. Each hourly class will delve into a different area of Shamanism. By the end of…
Nancy Worby The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Art Club is excited to present a diverse selection of classes in May. Please note that registration for classes is open exclusively to SBR Art Club members. If you would like to join the club or find more information about individual classes, visit our website at sbrartclub.clubexpress.com. Below is…
Linda Shannon-Hills Patricia Duncan, a resident of SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) and active member of the SBR Art Club, is a representational pastel and oil painter whose work reflects a deep appreciation for natural beauty and cultural diversity. Her artistic journey has been shaped by landscapes, people, and cultures from around the world, as well as…
Deb Gilbertson Great prints aren’t just made with tools and artwork provided by an instructor. This spring, they were created by the hands and hearts of a dedicated group of artists in our SaddleBrooke Ranch Art Club community. Each artist brought their own, personal art to be transformed into the traditional fine art of printmaking…