Margaret Thompson The Dress A Girl Around the World Sew-a-Thon will be held on Nov. 2, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene, 500 W. Calle Concordia. Dress a Girl Around the World is a national organization that sews dresses for little girls living in poverty. Many of these little girls are…
Generals, October 2019
From the New Home Sales Team
Lauren Winkowski SaddleBrooke Ranch has released its newest phase of home sites in neighborhood 16C. You’ll find an outstanding selection of lots to accommodate the Tradition and Premiere Home Series, including the popular Alora & Solstice plans. Receive a full homeowner experience by staying in a furnished luxury home for as little as $139 until…
Generals, October 2019
Remember and honor veterans—one wreath at a time
Ed Davis The American Legion Auxiliary Oro Valley Unit 132 is proud to support Wreaths Across America, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to remember and honor those who have served our nation in uniform. By offering wreath sponsorships to the public, Wreaths Across America hopes that one day every veteran’s interment site will…
Generals, October 2019
Come celebrate the 100th anniversary of the American Legion
Ed Davis Help us to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the American Legion The American Legion Oro Valley Post 132 family is proud to sponsor a celebration for the 100th anniversary of the American Legion. Everyone is invited, not just veterans. Admission is free, so join us for music, demonstrations, food, prizes, safety tips, children’s activities,…
Sports, October 2019
SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch table tennis competition
Joe Macher The and SaddleBrooke Ranch resumed their competition here at the Ranch in late August. A total of 18 singles and doubles matches were played. In very competitive play, SaddleBrooke defeated the Ranchers 11 to 7. This is the third meeting between the clubs, and another in October is being scheduled. The SaddleBrooke Ranch…
Generals, October 2019
Training course – November 7
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 a.m. to noon beginning Nov. 7 through Feb. 13, 2020. This is an intensive 13-week lecture series given by local Master Gardeners, with guest lecturers from the University of Arizona…
Front Page, October 2019
Support our local firefighters, vote yes on Fire Bond 477 this Nov. 5
Mick Anna, chairperson, Vote Yes for Golder Ranch Bond Committee Chances are, if you’ve lived in SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) for two years or more, you have either witnessed or experienced directly, the fantastic service that our local firefighters provide for our community. When SBR was first established, a residential home with an oversized garage was…
Clubs & Classes, October 2019
Hearing Vibes: Both hearing impaired: A couple’s journey
Walt and Tiggy Shields and Maria Menconi Hearing loss brings dramatic change to one’s life, and our journey literally has been forged together. Following years of intermittent, then full-time tinnitus (ringing in the ears), Tiggy realized she was struggling with her hearing. Four years after arriving in SaddleBrooke, she decided to take a free hearing…
Generals, October 2019
October gardening lecture
Linda Vautrin-Hale The Gardeners Exchange, in conjunction with the SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch Master Gardeners, invites you to attend “The Dirt on Soil,” presented by Emily Rockey, director of marketing and sales for Tank’s Green Stuff. The program will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 1 p.m. at the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom. Sometimes called the “Dirt Girl,”…
Features, October 2019
Ukulele Desert Rendezvous – a unique and fun weekend
Kris Shapiro You won’t want to miss this fun weekend of many types of ukulele music and a bit of learning. Grab your ukuleles, and come join us Oct. 19 and 20, for three great workshops and an intimate concert (open to the public) by Stu Fuchs, a Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist, recording artist, sound healer, and an…