Category: May 2024

Food Drives Help Our Pinal County Neighbors

Rosemary Douglas The Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB), in Mammoth, received donations from two important Food Drives during the last couple of months. These donations make it possible to keep the Food Bank open, and enable us to continue to feed our neighbors in southeast Pinal County. In February, Epic Rides held their annual “24 Hours…

In Passing – May 2024

Brandon Webb

Brandon Eudeen Webb Brandon Eudeen Webb was born on Dec. 10, 1976 in Rochester, Mich., and passed away unexpectedly on March 13, 2024, in his adopted home state of Arizona. He was 47 years old. Brandon grew up in Metro Detroit, Mich., and later made his home in Catalina, Ariz. He was a huge music…

Travel Talk Tuesday

Arlene Wong Please join us on Tuesday, May 28 in the La Mesa Room from 3 to 4:30 p.m. for Travel Talk Tuesday. Mike Redgrave, a fellow Ranch resident, will be talking about everything you need to know about cruising—mistakes to avoid, how to select a cruise and cruise line, choosing a cabin type and…

Alcoholics Anonymous

If you want to stop drinking, there is a solution. All are welcome to attend Friends of Bill W., an open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). It is completely confidential and there is no cost. The meeting is held every Thursday at 3 p.m. in the La Vista Room, Hacienda Club. For information about what…

Art Club Classes – May 2024

Paper Quilling a Saguaro Erin Newman Erin Newman, SaddleBrooke Ranch resident and Southern Arizona Artist Guild artist, will once again be offering her expertise with another paper quilling class. This class will be focused on a saguaro. This class is open to those who have knowledge of paper quilling due to the amount of time…

SBRMGA Member/Member Tournament Recap

The SaddleBrooke Ranch Men’s Golf Association (SBRMGA) Member/Member Tournament unfolded over two thrilling days, commencing on Feb. 29 and concluding on March 1. With an impressive turnout of enthusiastic members, this year’s event was nothing short of exceptional. In both the Pine Flight and the Long Combo Flight, the competition was fierce, with mere strokes…

SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Happenings – May 2024

SBCO Elects New Board of Directors Nancy McCluskey-Moore On April 8 at the annual meeting of SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO), the organization elected its Board of Directors for 2024-25. The members of the new board include: * President—Laura Pauli * Executive Vice President—Gayle Van Natter * Recording Secretaries—Cheryl Smith and Marcia Van Ommeran * Corresponding…

Bocce Club Winter League Champions

Marty Knezovich, SBRBC Competition Director The SaddleBrooke Ranch Bocce Club (SBRBC) Winter League playoff matches were played on March 4 through 6. Only the top eight teams out of a field of 32 teams qualified for the playoffs. The Pallino Huggers team, captain Arlene Tonges, edged out the Pallino Pals team, captain Bernie Kembitzky, for…

Newcomers Welcome Gathering Is May 22

Linda Shannon-Hills You are loving our wonderful community, but do you know all that is available to you as a new resident? Don’t be overwhelmed with moving to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). It’s a new community, new state, new home … “Where do I find all the information to make settling into this new community easier?”…