On Tuesday, Feb. 22, 80 wine club members gathered in the Sol Ballroom to enjoy the movie Bottle Shock and eat designer popcorn. In the movie, Steven Spurrier, a sommelier in Paris, comes to the Napa Valley to take the best he can find to Paris for a blind taste test against French wine. Without a…
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Clubs & Classes, April 2022
Celebrating Good Times at the Ranch
Denise Baker On Feb. 25, 120 friends and neighbors gathered at the ballroom to celebrate four milestone birthdays. The guests of honor included Phil Street (80), Frank Engraff (75), Brian Baker (65), and Penney Oster (60). They danced the night away thanks to the musical skills of DJ Gus while enjoying light catered appetizers and,…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
Dance Club: Footwork, Fitness, and Friends
Carol Osgood Dance Club classes such as 2-Step and West Coast Swing provide tremendous fun while learning something new! You’ll navigate the different steps and positions, turns, and weaves, all while keeping time with the music. It can benefit your brain and body while you also meet a great group of dancing friends. The Ranch…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
SaddleBrooke Ranch Rancheros Celebrated Valentine’s Day
Richard Martin On Feb. 11, the SaddleBrooke Ranch Rancheros joined the SaddleBrooke Squares square dancers for a special Valentine’s Day party in HOA One’s Vermillion Room. The room was filled with heart-shaped balloons and other Valentine’s Day décor, as well as square dancers wearing red and white attire. If you are interested in dipping your…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
Republican Women of Action Updates
Judy Smith The Republican Women of Action (WOA) announced they became an official club at their Feb. 28 meeting. Carolee Bailey, president, made the announcement that, “While we will remain a group of like-minded women, we have much work to do.” While gaining information about issues is important, it is also important that people know…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
SBR Technology Club Membership Grows
Jeff Kaczmarek The SBR Technology Club continues to grow! We have 233 active members currently, and observing the crush of interested folks at the recent Club Expo, we expect that number to grow quickly. And for obvious reasons—because the Tech Club is your “one-stop shop” for technology solutions! Whether it’s an issue with your iPhone,…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
IJSS News
Melanie Einbund February and March were active months at the Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) that included in-person Shabbat services, a class, and Purim. Shabbat services on March 25 were in person with Rabbi Harari officiating, and with cantorial soloist Sarah Boltt accompanied by David Mancini-Conway. Our Feb. 25 service was held in person and…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
Cyber Security—Protecting Your Personal Information and Home Technology
Linda Shannon-Hills Did you miss the presentation? You can watch the video at the Technology Club website. On Feb. 15, the SBR Technology Club sponsored a presentation by Kristina Vevia about protecting your personal information and your home technology. Kristina’s presentation was given at a novice level so that computer users could easily understand. She…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
SaddleBrooke Ranch Democrats Have New Board Members
Matt Nelson We are pleased to introduce the new board members elected for 2022: Matt Nelson, chair; Sharon Farber, treasurer; Joy Hellard, secretary; and Anne Sween, vice-chair. Our meetings include local candidates addressing important issues. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month. For information on how to join or for general meeting information,…
Clubs & Classes, April 2022
Catalina Mountain Elks Lodge 2815 Event
On Feb. 15, Americanism Committee members Al Peterson and Lucy Suddath, along with Exalted Ruler Alane Asp, notified the winners of the Catalina Mountain Lodge #2815 Americanism Essay contest. Joshua Marlott was the Arizona State Southern District Winner for Division I and Lilly Lingard was the Southern Arizona District Winner for Division II; both essays will…