Phil Barney Dr. Don Jorgenson, Former Executive Board member of ShelterBox, USA and the 2018 recipient of the Presidents Volunteer Service Award from Donald Trump, was the guest speaker at the March 21, 2019, meeting of the Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke. Don spoke about the recent missions to locations the Red Cross does not service.…
The sixth annual SBR ARTwalk, Saturday, November 9, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., is an open-studio tour to introduce SaddleBrooke Ranch residents to the talented artists that live within our community. The event invites SaddleBrooke Ranch residents to stroll, cart or drive to the various art studios or spaces to meet the artists and…
Louise Grabell The key to successful gardening lies in how well you take care of your plants. They’ll need your attention when it comes to fertilization. When the question is posed, “How Does Your Garden Grow?” you should have a good answer! My garden grows just fine. The flowers are happy, the citrus trees are…
Master Gardening training course Carol Crawford The Master Gardener training course will once again be offered to all Pinal County residents. It will be held at SaddleBrooke on Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to noon beginning November 7, 2019 through February 13, 2020. This is an intensive 13-week lecture series given by local Master Gardeners, guest…
On April 11 and 12, 122 pickleballers participated in the SaddleBrooke Ranch vs SaddleBrooke Challenge. Fifty-two players from SaddleBrooke came over to the Ranch courts to test their skills against our players ranging from 3.0 to 4.0+ skill levels. Games were played in men’s doubles, mixed doubles and women’s doubles. Of the 250+ games played…
SBCO elects new Board of Directors Nancy McCluskey-Moore On April 8th, SaddleBrooke Community Outreach elected its Board of Directors for 2019-2020: President – Steve Groth Executive Vice President – Denise Anthony Recording Secretaries – Cheryl Smith and Marcia Van Ommeran Corresponding Secretary – Karen Green Treasurer – Camille Esterman Assistant Treasurer – Esther Moen Vice…
Offering scenic views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and the SaddleBrooke Ranch golf course, the new Ranch House Grill & Brewery has quickly become a popular central hub of the community. Creating a welcoming vibe, the Ushaped bar, wood beams and stone fireplace all enhance this wonderful gathering spot for residents and visitors. Beyond the…
Champions for Children returns Maria Menconi For Oracle Schools Foundation Champions and those who would like to become Champions, fall will be here before you know it! And an annual fall event here in the Brooke means the Oracle Schools Foundation Gala, Champions for Children! Please hold the following date for this year’s exciting event,…
Georgine Hurst Desert blooms are always a delight but nature produced a few surprises this spring after the cool, wet winter. Zann Wilson, a neighborhood master gardener, had nearly forgotten all about the wildflower seeds she scattered throughout her yard a few years ago. Somehow they survived the annual weed killer treatments and bloomed brilliantly…
Camille Esterman While the weather at Churchill Downs was dismal, the Kentucky Derby party co-hosted by Terri and Bill Stewart and Kathy and Mike Pritchett was a show-stopping event. Guests arrived dressed for the occasion: several gentlemen wearing bow-ties, jackets and fedoras; most of the ladies decked out in stylish outfits, decorated hats and…