Category: May 2022

Madaras Gallery Presents the Masters Series

Starting Sunday, May 1, through Tuesday, May 31, Madaras Gallery presents the Masters Series. The Masters Series is a collection of saguaros painted in the style of master artists. Join us for this special month-long event and see the Southwest interpreted by Diana Madaras in the styles of Jackson Pollock, Frida Kahlo, Van Gogh, and…

Washington State Club News

We had a wonderful gathering at our first event in March. We welcomed our Washingtonian friends and neighbors with a happy hour and a Washington trivia event. Thanks to all of you who attended and added your input for future events. The highest response was to have social gatherings like happy hours and barbecues. With…

Stitch ‘N Chat with Your Neighbors and Friends

Linda Shannon-Hills Want to learn or return to knitting or crocheting? You pulled out that cross stitching project you once started, and want to finish it? Maybe you want to learn some new techniques, or find inspiration? Want to spend time with others doing what you love? Drop by on any Thursday afternoon between 1…

IJSS News

Melanie Einbund The IJSS March 25 service was held in person, including a dinner beforehand. After services, there was an Oneg Shabbat, sponsored by Sharon and Art Triester celebrating their recent anniversary and Seth and Roz Eisner supporting IJSS. Rabbi Harari conducted a class “The Masks We Wear!” Our discussion was vibrant as we spoke…

COVID Second Booster at the Ranch—Thanks Desert Life!

Linda Shannon-Hills Another vaccination drive at SaddleBrooke Ranch on April 9 was a great success. In two hours, the volunteers from SaddleBrooke Ranch and Desert Life Pharmacy pharmacist, Brianne Spaeth, along with six students from the University of Arizona pharmacy school, vaccinated 500 Ranch residents. Once the CDC approved the second COVID booster, Brianne contacted…

Food Bank Open House

Rosemary Douglas On April 8, the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) held an open house to thank our community and supporting organizations for the donations and volunteers that make our food distribution possible. Our main building and recently completed warehouse were open for viewing. Harry and Patty Clark of H. Clark Construction were among the attendees.…

Word of the Month: Emplacement

David Zapatka While watching the last two episodes of The Expanse, I heard significant dialogue about the rail guns being used by Marcos Inaros, the leader of the Belters’ Free Navy, who was intent on destroying the Inners (pronounced Innas), the people residing on Earth, Luna (the moon), and Mars. These rail guns were powerful…