Linda Shannon-Hills Welcome to our new homeowners moving into our beautiful community in the last few months. We have a wonderful welcome program for all new residents to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). Each month, the Newcomers Welcome Volunteers hold a gathering for new homeowners and renters. You are invited to attend to learn more about our…
February 2026
Unit Happenings – February 2026

Unit 6 Ladies Enjoy a Holiday Luncheon Katie Lundgren Our ladies are fabulous and fun, and we love a good party, as you all know! For our first annual luncheon, we chose the theme “Sparkles and Bubbles.” We celebrated friendship and sisterhood over lunch and sparkly beverages at the Ranch House. Tiaras were given to…
February 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – February 2026

Happy Tail “Miracle Kitten” Romayne Trudo On Nov. 5, 2025, Kathy Coffman had no idea that a tiny miracle was about to enter her life. While her car was parked at the DesertView Complex, a fragile six-week-old kitten crawled up into the chassis, seeking warmth and safety. Later that day, as Kathy pulled into her…
February 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Happenings – February 2026

Our 17th Year of Brightening the Holidays for Lots of Families Kim Schweitzer For the 17th year, SaddleBrooke Ranch has participated in SaddleBrooke Community Outreach’s “Holiday Adopt Program” providing holiday gifts to our neighbors to the north. This year, thanks to the generosity of SaddleBrooke Ranch and SaddleBrooke residents, funds were raised to purchase gifts…
February 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Rotary/Arizona Hearing Specialists Charity Golf Tournament

Daniel Watson and Barbara Barr Bengen On April 20, the SaddleBrooke Rotary Club and co-sponsor Arizona Hearing Specialists will be hosting the 26th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at MountainView Golf Club. More than 100 golfers will enjoy some healthy competition and camaraderie, while supporting Rotary’s community work. The annual tournament is the primary fundraiser for…
February 2026, Generals
Cancer-Specific Support Meeting
Sandy Jessop While the entire Cancer Support Group meets three to four times per year, we also offer cancer-specific meetings for patients/survivors only. This month, the Cancer Support Group will host a Prostate Cancer meeting. Prostate Cancer Support Meeting Friday, Feb. 20, 3:30 p.m. La Mesa Room at the La Hacienda Open only to men…
Generals, February 2026
State Parties – February 2026

Texas Independence Day: Still Independent. Still Talking About It. Mary Kay Voss In accordance with Texas law* (unwritten, long remembered, and loudly implied), the SBR Texas Club will be celebratin’ Texas Independence Day on March 6 at 4:30 p.m. in the Escondido Room, because if there’s one thing Texans enjoy it’s remindin’ everyone to Remember the Alamo. This spirited get-together tips…
Generals, February 2026
The Tributaries Are Returning!

Barry Swartzberg The Tributaries are returning to the DesertView in a Benefit for the Oracle Schools Foundation on April 13. Tickets are going fast … so do not miss your chance to see and hear this awesome group! Last March, the Tributaries rocked the DesertView Theatre, playing to a sold-out auditorium for over two hours…
February 2026, Generals
A Fun Fall Festival
Ann Vernon The talent in our SaddleBrooke communities never ceases to amaze me, and that talent was very evident at a “fun fall festival” that was held at the home of Mary Jo and Barry Swartzberg, co-hosted by Sue Schliepsiek and Ann Vernon. Mary Jo had invited 11 artists to showcase their jewelry, mosaic pieces,…
February 2026, Generals
Data Centers: A Strategic Opportunity for Trico Members
Brian Heithoff, Trico CEO and GM Last month, Trico Electric Cooperative celebrated our 80th year with a look back at all we accomplished in 2025. As Trico starts its 81st year, I want to look forward to an issue that will be important for Trico in 2026 and for years to come: data centers. I…
