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…
February 2026, Generals
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…
February 2026, Generals
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
The deadline for the March edition is Tuesday, Feb. 10, by noon. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to editorial@robson.com or use our website link: robsonpublishing.com/editorial. For article and photo guidelines or if you have any questions, please call 480-895-4216.
February 2026, Generals
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…
February 2026, Generals
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…
February 2026, Generals
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…
February 2026, Generals
February at the Golden Goose Thrift Shop
Ron Peck February is bursting with excitement at the Golden Goose Thrift Shop! Love is in the air for Valentine’s Day, and we’re bringing you unbeatable savings that’ll make your heart skip a beat! Join us for our thrilling Moonlight Madness on Friday, Feb. 20, where you can snag incredible deals on gently used merchandise…
February 2026, Generals
Preparing Your Garden for Spring Planting and the Summer Heat

The University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension, Pinal County Southeast Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 1 p.m. in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Drive, Oracle, AZ 85623. Join us for a presentation “Preparing Your Garden for Spring Planting and the Summer…
February 2026, Generals
Mark Your Calendars: SBR Health & Wellness Fair March 28
Linda Shannon-Hills, SBR Health & Wellness Fair Committee The Ranch is a very active and friendly community, but more and more residents are finding they need to find medical resources to maintain, improve, and thrive in their health and wellness. SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Neighbors Helping Neighbors is hosting the third SBR Health & Wellness Fair…
