Linda Shannon-Hills, Neighbors Helping Neighbors Here at the Ranch, we know that some of our neighbors may need additional assistance from time to time. One of the great things about living in a community like ours is the way we can look out for one another. That is what SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Neighbors Helping Neighbors…
Generals, December 2025
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – December 2025
Save The Date SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network will have their Fashion Show and Luncheon on Feb. 3 and Feb. 4, 2026, in the HOA One clubhouse. Last year’s show was a huge success, so put these dates on your calendar. Details about ticket sales, time, cost, etc. will be forthcoming. Don’t miss it! Pet…
Generals, December 2025
Tri-Community Food Bank Seeing an Increase in Need for Emergency Food Assistance
Marilee Jensen As I write this article for the December newspaper, approximately 135,000 Tucsonans are not receiving their November SNAP benefits. This lapse creates great hardship for low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities. While the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) cannot provide the amount of food that SNAP provides, we are stepping up to help.…
December 2025, Generals
Master Gardener – December 2025
Growing Citrus at High Elevation The University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension, Pinal County Southeast Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, at 1 p.m., in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623. Join us for a presentation “Growing Citrus at…
Generals, December 2025
Alcoholics Anonymous
If you want to stop drinking, there is a solution. All are welcome to attend Friends of Bill W., an open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). It is completely confidential and there is no cost. The meeting is held every Thursday at 3 p.m. in the La Vista Room, Hacienda Club. For information about what…
December 2025, Generals
Looking for Convenience? Comfort? Creative Giving Can Help with That!
Carol Andrews If you use a walker, the group Creative Giving makes items that may add convenience to your life. When you’re going from one place to another and your hands are occupied with the walker, a walker bag allows you to carry items with you. You may want to carry your cell phone and…
Generals, December 2025
8th Annual SBR Mah Jongg Cards for Charity Donation
Bonnie Goldman Mah Jongg is a popular game at SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). We have many players who are new to the game and people who have played for years. Weekly games (and sometimes lessons) are played on Thursdays starting at 12:30 p.m. at the La Hacienda Club, coordinated by Gail Latimer and Bonnie Goldman. There…
Generals, December 2025
Holidays with SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings
Dawn Walker Our Winter concert will feature a celebration of animation. We will be playing music from cartoons like the Flintstones, Jetsons, Looney Tunes, The Polar Express, as well as video game soundtracks of various types. In the second half of the concert, we will be honoring SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings (SBWS) flutist Sandy Mader’s…
December 2025, Generals
Making Connections When You’ve Lost Your Spouse
Carol Andrews Feeling at a loss because you’ve lost your spouse or partner? There is a group at the Ranch called “Connections: The Next Chapter” made for someone like you. Our purpose isn’t to offer grief counseling, but simply to spend time together with those who share this life experience. We meet occasionally for social…
December 2025, Generals
Did You Know?: SBR Health & Wellness Fair—Save The Date!
Linda Shannon-Hills, SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors New residents move to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) and may find they don’t know where to start to find a new physician, specialists, and more. Help will be available during the SBR Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Ranch House…