Leah Kari, licensed insurance agent and retired pharmaceutical representative For a comprehensive understanding of the enrollment process, please refer to the previous month’s issue of this publication, which will feature Part 1 and provide detailed guidance on how to enroll in Medicare. Automatic Enrollment: If you are receiving Social Security or Railroad Retirement Board (RRB)…
June 2026, Front Page
Creating Mosaic Art at the Pottery Studio
Sue Fetters Mudslinger Toni Selk offered a class introducing the mosaic technique, designed specifically for those who have never tried it before. The class focused on a straightforward approach where you learn to arrange and glue pieces directly into a surface to create beautiful patterns or scenes. You can use the mosaic process on anything…
June 2026, Features
Chrissy’s Bon Voyage
Tove Pape If you live in SaddleBrooke Ranch, the chances are high that you have met Chrissy Kaestle and been greeted with a big smile. You may even have seen her on the highway driving her golf cart to Bashas’. After many years here at the Ranch, Chrissy has decided to move to within a…
June 2026, Clubs & Classes
SaddleBrooke Ranch Conservatives Meeting June 10
Sheila Muehling The next meeting of the SaddleBrooke Ranch Conservatives (SBRC) is Wednesday, June 10, in the SBR Sol Ballroom from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The American people have long held a deep respect for the judicial system of the United States. It is a system grounded in the fundamental principle that every individual accused…
June 2026, Generals
State Parties – June 2026
Texas Club Brings Lone Star Spirit to SBR Mary Kay Voss The Ranch got a full helping of Lone Star hospitality on April 16 as the SBR Texas Club gathered for an evening of brisket, music, and good ole Texas fellowship at the Budahl home. The highlight of the evening was, without question, the mouthwatering…
June 2026, Clubs & Classes
New Introduction to Basket Weaving Class
Sue Fetters Too hot to golf? Why not try your hand at basket weaving in the “cool” studio at the Tech center. SBR Basket Makers are offering a new beginners class starting Tuesday, June 16, at the Art room in the Technology center. The class teaches the basics of basket weaving, and you don’t need…
June 2026, Sports
Play Your Best Pool: Why Improving Your Stroke Is the Fastest Way to Improve Your Pool Game
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool In the game of pool, players often believe their biggest problem is aiming. They’ll say, “I just didn’t see that one right,” or “I can’t seem to line up long shots.” But in reality, most missed shots aren’t caused by poor aim, they’re caused by an inconsistent stroke. Your stroke is…
June 2026, Generals
Insights from an Air Force Photographer
Arlene Wong Our Travel Talk Tuesday presenter on June 30 is SaddleBrooke (SBR) resident and Air Force photographer Rick Thompson. As a young kid, Rick developed a special interest and passion for airplanes. Rick received an undergraduate degree in photojournalism and after he retired in 2007 from his corporate work he returned to his photographic…
June 2026, Clubs & Classes
SaddleBrooke Ranch Democrats Host May Day Collaboration and Dinner
M.C. Nelson On May 1, the SaddleBrooke Ranch Democrats hosted a May Day Collaboration and Dinner. Close to 150 people were in attendance and we celebrated International Workers’ Day in commemoration for the labor movement of the working class that originated back to 1886 in support of the 8 hours workday. We heard from CD6…
June 2026, Generals
Unit Happenings – June 2026
Unit 6 Cinco de Mayo Katie Lundgren We kicked off our celebrations on May 5 with a fun beginners line dance class led by Katie Lundgren and Clarissa Mohr. After our morning dance session, and after we’d had a good laugh, because of course we’re all professional dancers and made no missteps, we treated ourselves…