What a fantastic day! Ken Martin organized the first Ken’s Barbies Ranch Tournament. Gold went to Toni Starner and Lynn Kehoe, Silver went to Deb Wieczorek and Sherry Barto, and Bronze went to Karen Deirdzinske and Deb Witten. However all members of this pickleball group were winners. We enjoyed fabulous play, great weather, and friendship.…
Category: May 2024
May 2024, Clubs & Classes
What’s Holding You Back?
Clubs & Classes, May 2024
Mudslingers Introductory Class
Marilyn Heasley I’ll start by saying I lack the artistic gene. I can write accolades describing amazing pieces of work, but don’t expect anyone to be writing platitudes of my works. I needed something other than golf and exercise classes. Two friends convinced me to join them for the Mudslingers (aka Pottery) introductory class, so…
May 2024, Sports
SBRMGA News
Andy Bolland The SaddleBrooke Ranch Men’s Golf Association (SBRMGA) boasts one of the most extensive memberships among the prestigious clubs within SaddleBrooke Ranch. Our ethos blends competitive spirit with the joy of the game, ensuring every round is both challenging and enjoyable. We tee off every Thursday morning promptly at 8 a.m., utilizing a “shotgun”…
May 2024, Clubs & Classes
Another Day, Another Data Breach
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly In today’s digital age, data breaches are becoming increasingly common, leaving consumers vulnerable to identity theft. In one of the largest, most recent breaches, AT&T exposed 73 million passwords. While the vast majority were former customers (before 2019), it’s estimated that over 7-1/2 million were current customers. While there’s…
May 2024, Generals
Welcome New Neighbors
Linda Shannon-Hills Welcome to our new homeowners moving into our beautiful community in the last few months. We have a wonderful welcome program for all new residents to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). Each month, the Newcomers Welcome Volunteers hold a gathering for new homeowners and renters. You are invited to attend to learn more about our…
May 2024, Generals
Dinking Divas Pet Food Drive Set for May 14
Debora Witten The Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch will hold a pet food drive collecting dog and cat food and pet supplies for the Oracle Animal Rehabilitation and Rescue (OARR). All donations can be dropped off at the SaddleBrooke Ranch Pickleball Ramada on May 14 from 8 to 11 a.m. All donations are welcome, including…
May 2024, Generals
You’re Invited to the 2024 Season Opener of the RC Sailing Club
Ken Gorman Discover what radio-controlled (RC) sailing is all about, such as how the boats are operated, how the sailor’s skills capture the energy of the wind to maximize boat performance, and how sailing contrary to the wind direction can be accomplished. Watch skillful sailing being narrated in real time. Notice the silence of the…
May 2024, Front Page
Another Fun Class with the Art Club: Drawing on Black Paper
Dale Farland The SBR Art Club enjoys offering members traditional art classes as well as non-traditional art classes. Recently, local artist Rebekah Vermeulen taught a class utilizing colored pencils on black paper. She provided detailed instructions on how to evaluate a picture as to emphasizing the highlights and lowlights with the subject matter. Drawing on…
May 2024, Generals
What Is Pickleball?
Come join the fun and find out! Learn about pickleball on Tuesday, May 14, 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 sign. What you’ll…