Category: January 2022

Join Us in Song at Christmas

The SaddleBrooke Singers would love to hear your voice in concert with ours at the DesertView Performing Arts Center (DVPAC) on Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss the opportunity to sing “Jingle Bells,” “Deck the Halls,” “Jolly Old St. Nicholas,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” and more. Experience the joy of celebrating the…

SBR Women of Action Hosts a Discussion on Socialism and Statism vs. Free-Market Capitalism

Judy Smith Women of Action of SaddleBrooke Ranch hosted Doug Cardell, former Congressional aide, veteran, business owner, educator, and candidate for a Ph.D. in economic policy, at their Oct. 25 meeting. Cardell discussed the differences between free-market capitalism, fascism, socialism, and communism in regards to national economic policy. Fascism, socialism, and communism limit the rights of…

Essential Oils for a Stress-Free Holiday Season

JoAnne Guadioso The holiday season is meant to be full of joy, merriment, and happy socializing, but can sometimes stray far away from this. Your days may be filled with gift shopping, family reunions, party planning, overeating, and not enough sleep. Prepping for the holidays can be harsh on anyone! Luckily, essential oils can be…

Editorial Reminder

Hello SaddleBrooke Ranch submitters! This is a friendly reminder that the deadline for the February issue is January 13th. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible!

The Fellowship for Social Justice is Looking for New Members

Are you interested in learning more or sharing your thoughts about social justice topics? Do you want to help educate, advocate, and help victims of social justice issues? The Fellowship for Social Justice is a relatively new community organization created to do just that. We support each other as we discuss and learn about social…

Rock and Roll Dance Set for January 12

Scott Lowry Start 2022 by rocking out to the music of The Doobie Brothers, The Rolling Stones, The Temptations, Linda Ronstadt, Rod Stewart, Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson, The Supremes, The Beach Boys, B52s, Chuck Berry, Journey, Bon Jovi, and many more! Mark your calendar for Jan. 12 and come with your friends, a partner, or…

SBRMGA Board for 2022

Tom Graham The SaddleBrooke Ranch Men’s Golf Association (SBRMGA) recently completed the annual election of its board, including officers and committee chairs. Ballots were sent to the membership and returned with a unanimous selection. The 2022 SBRMGA board includes the following officers and committee chairs: Thomas Graham, president; Eric Taylor, vice president; Jeff Pharr, secretary;…

Help Fight Childhood Hunger

Each day, more than 6,000 children die due to hunger. Hope starts with food and you! Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene (OVCN) with Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) are packing one million meals Feb. 7 through 12—with your help. Rally your friends, coworkers, and clubs to be difference makers! There are 20 sessions to choose…

Did You Hear the Music?

Melanie Einbund You may have, because Winds and Strings presented a holiday concert in the MountainView Ballroom on Dec. 8. The band created excitement in the air by presenting a program of customary and not-so-common holiday melodies. A varied playlist was met with enthusiasm by the audience who didn’t refrain from singing along to the music.…