September gardening lecture Zann Wilson The Gardeners Exchange, in conjunction with the SaddleBrooke/SaddleBrooke Ranch Master Gardeners, invites you to attend “Wildlife Habitat Gardening” presented by Kathleen Roberts, Pima County Master Gardener, on Thursday, September 19, 2019, 1:00 p.m., at MountainView Ballroom West, SaddleBrooke. You don’t need a bird feeder when you can turn your…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Hearing Vibes
Building relationships and strength through vulnerability Maria Menconi Those of us who have a hearing loss often feel very vulnerable. On the best days, it’s bearable and you feel like you’re getting along, and on the worst days, it can be very disheartening. For example, as a friend recently relayed to me, when you are…
Features, September 2019
How does Your Garden Grow?
Louise Grabell, Pinal County Master Gardener With the monsoon season coming to a close, look at the new growth around your estate. While you were inside, your plants and shrubs have been pretty active. Trumpet vines and catclaw have both reached soaring heights. Tombstone roses are out of control. Palo verde and mesquite branches are…
Features, September 2019
SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Happenings
SBCO Teen Closet helps students dress in style Nancy McCluskey-Moore For the past 18 years, the SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) Teen Closet program has enabled students between the ages of 13 and 18 to purchase new clothing and school supplies. Students from San Manuel, Canada del Oro and Ironwood Ridge High Schools eagerly shop in…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
SaddleBrooke Ranch Technology Club
Linda Shannon-Hills On Monday, August 12, the SaddleBrooke Ranch Technology Club held their inaugural membership meeting. It has been a very busy year for SBR TC. President Larry Schweitzer welcomed the members in attendance, then gave an overview of the accomplishments of the club this past year. Some of the highlights included the creation of…
Generals, September 2019
Welcome New Neighbors
Linda Harvey and Linda Shannon-Hills The Newcomer’s Gathering is a chance for our new residents to introduce themselves to the community and to other new residents just arriving. This gives new residents a chance to meet other new residents, to hear about activities and events at the Ranch. Resident veterans have volunteered to come occasionally…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Master Gardener Program
Master Gardener Training Course Carol Crawford The Master Gardener Training Course will once again be offered to all Pinal County residents. It will be held at SaddleBrooke on Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to noon beginning November 7, 2019; through February 13, 2020. This is an intensive 13-week lecture series given by local Master Gardeners, guest…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
SBR Fine Artists Club fall art classes
Cindy Heck Below are the classes being offered this fall. Check out the SBR Fine Art page at the SBR HOA website. Click on “Things To Do” then “Clubs” and click on “Fine Art” for a full description and information on the art classes. Members can obtain the information and registration forms on the SBR…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Rancheros help welcome “Elvis” to the ‘Brookes!
The Rancheros and SaddleBrooke Squares enjoyed dancing to Elvis music on Thursday, August 1. Dancers showed up in their best “bling” as well as “Man in Black” and Route 66 outfits. Their caller, Dean Singleton, did an outstanding job impersonating The King, dressed in full regalia, and playing and singing many favorite Elvis tunes to…
Generals, September 2019
Support our firefighters on November 5 – vote yes on Fire Bond 477
Three reasons to vote yes: Preserve Quality of Life: As our community grows, so will the needs of our District. To preserve our quality of life and keep up with growth, a yes vote on 477 will ensure our firefighters have the facilities, training, security, and support they need to respond to emergencies when we…