The Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch have again been asked to host a shoe drive at SaddleBrooke Ranch. It will occur on Tuesday, March 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Last year the Divas collected more than 1,000 pairs of shoes. The shoes are distributed to five locations serving homeless women, men, and children in…
Category: March 2024
March 2024, Generals
“Phases of Hope—A Mother’s Journey of Faith” Presentation April 12
Terry Barringer The Women’s Ministry of the Community Church at SaddleBrooke presents Beth Holloway: “Phases of Hope—A Mother’s Journey of Faith” on April 12. Natalee Holloway was a bright, energetic young woman who had just graduated with honors from Mountain Brook High School on May 24, 2005. A few days later, Natalee, along with 123…
March 2024, Generals
What Is Pickleball?
Come join the fun and find out! Learn about pickleball on Tuesday, March 12, at 3 p.m. Please arrive 15 minutes early at the Ramada for paperwork. Space is limited to 28 people, so visit our website at sbrpickleball.club to register, then click on “Click to reserve a space” below the flyer information. What you’ll need for…
Clubs & Classes, March 2024
Are You Forgetful? … Isn’t Everybody Our Age?
Rev. Suzanne Marlatt Stewart The cruel reality is that we’re not getting any younger, and with aging comes consequences, like losing our mental sharpness. Ever forget the names of people or places, or what you had for breakfast today? OK, I’ll speak for myself. I will go to a room for something and forget what I…
March 2024, Generals
SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings Spring Concert
Dawn Walker SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings (SBWS) band will be performing its Spring Concert in the DesertView Performing Arts Center on the evening of April 24. SBWS is comprised of amateur and professional musicians from SaddleBrooke and surrounding areas. SBWS was founded by SaddleBrooke residents in 2013. As the group expanded, rehearsals moved from residents’ homes to…
March 2024, Generals
Mental Health Focus—Children and Adolescents’ Mental Health Matters
Join the Santa Catalina Catholic Church Mental Health Ministry as it presents its March Mental Health Focus. Danielle Trujillo, Director of Clinical Services at Sonora Behavioral Health, will be presenting on mental health in children and adolescents. The presentation will be at 14380 N. Oracle Rd. on March 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. and…
March 2024, Generals
Fore For Kids Golf Tournament Coming April 22
The SaddleBrooke Rotary Club is busy planning the 24th annual Fore For Kids Golf Tournament scheduled for Monday, April 22, at The Preserve Golf Club. This year the tournament is being co-sponsored by Arizona Hearing Specialists. Fore For Kids was held at MountView Country Club for many years before moving to Oro Valley Country Club…
March 2024, Generals
Unit Happenings
16A Events Keep Growing! Kim Schweitzer and Marlene Diskin Why are these people smiling? Well, seven of them called that wonderful word, B-I-N-G-O, and won great prizes! More than 40 residents of 16A gathered to play bingo, and a good time was had by all. This time, we were well prepared with supplies unlike at our last bingo night…
March 2024, Front Page
Arizona Pickleball Players League Teams
Debora Witten Here’s a look at some SaddleBrooke Ranch Arizona Pickleball Players League (APPL) teams. APPL’s unique team concept allows for a combination of convenience, community, and competition with other players in the state. From beginners to pros, anyone can join and experience the joy of pickleball, with a chance to compete in a season-end…
March 2024, Generals
Mark Your Calendar for the Spring SBR ARTwalk Studio Tour: April 5 and April 6!
SBR ARTwalk Artists The pottery wheels are spinning, the paint is flowing on the canvas, the paper is quilling, the beads are forming lovely jewelry, the wood shop is abuzz, and cameras are clicking as the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) artists are preparing for the Spring SBR ARTwalk Studio Tour. This event has become one of…