Melanie Einbund, IJSS Board Member On the 50th year anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, during Shabbat and Simchat Torah, Hamas terrorists launched a coordinated, sophisticated, and barbaric attack on Israeli civilians and soldiers by launching thousands of rockets, kidnapping and killing families, and murdering innocents in their homes and streets. As we look and hear of…
December 2023, Generals
Nature’s Way: Birding Is Popular at SBR
Jim Hoagland One day each month, the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Nature Trail is humming with birders, surveying the many species that can be seen there. On any given survey, between 25 to 30 distinct species are recorded. Since June 2020, I have led more than 100 different SBR residents and a few outside birders on the top…
December 2023, Generals
What Is Pickleball?
Come join the fun and find out! Learn about pickleball on Tuesday, Dec. 12, at 3 p.m. Please arrive at the Ramada 15 minutes early for paperwork. Space is limited to 28 people, so visit our website at www.sbrpickleball.club to register, then click on “Click to reserve a space” below the flyer sign. What you’ll…
December 2023, Generals
Unwrap the Joy with “Home, James!”
As the Christmas season approaches and everyone begins to string the lights and deck the halls with festive cheer and the spirit of togetherness, we here at “Home, James!” are reflecting on the year with heartfelt gratitude. The community’s embrace of our service has been unbelievable, and while we’re enthusiastic about our progress, we know…
December 2023, Generals
Friends of Bill W.
Friends of Bill meets Thursdays, 3 to 4 p.m. in the La Vista Room. Contact: [email protected] or 831-206-3077
December 2023, Generals
For the Love of Music
Ann Vernon As one of the fixed-price events in conjunction with the Oracle Schools Foundation Gala/Auction, Randall Dighton, a SaddleBrooke resident, entertained 35 guests at the home of Ann and Nile Vernon on Friday, Oct. 20. It was a beautiful night, and guests mixed and mingled as they munched on a variety of tasty appetizers prepared…
December 2023, Generals
Did You Know? Medical Equipment Loans Available to All Residents
Linda Shannon-Hills—SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors Did you know residents of SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) have an inventory of SBR medical equipment loans, maintained by SBR residents, that is available to SBR neighbors while they recover from surgery, injury, or an accident? Residents keep their items at their homes but can be contacted directly to borrow the needed items.…
December 2023, Generals
SBR Women’s Clothing Exchange
Erin Newman On Oct. 15, a small group of women from SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) got together to shop for clothes, all in the name of fun and with no money changing hands! Each participant brought their gently worn clothes, shoes, purses, and accessories and in exchange for their donations, got to go shopping for free. The air…
December 2023, Generals
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
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December 2023, Generals
Agatha Mysterie’s Montana Mansion Is the Place
Jim Ward Will you be there? Susan Sterling stepped up as director (again) to everyone’s delight. She chose a murder mystery because it’s no secret, the audience loves a good murder mystery. Audiences will be happy to hear “The House of Agatha Mysterie” will be performed March 25, 26, 27 and 29, 30, 31. Tickets…