Claudia Knauss Glasshoppers are preparing to enjoy “Christmas in July,” when their focus turns to planning and creating holiday gifts for family and friends, and to fill the glass studio display window in SBR’s Creative Arts Building with one-of-a-kind pieces. Monday, July 13 will be the annual “Christmas in July” sale for members to stock…
Nichole Lawhon This is an invitation to all SaddleBrooke Ranch residents who may want to beat the summer heat and participate in a rewarding and creative hobby. Come and join SaddleBrooke Ranch Paper Crafters! And for our current members, come and participate weekly to work on paper projects, learn new techniques, get inspired, and catch…
Summer, Shabbat, and What Else? Melanie Einbund Our sincere thanks to members of our congregation opening their homes during the summer to celebrate Shabbat. July 17 Shabbat services will be sponsored and led by Judi Friedman and Jerry Lankin. For location and directions email Esta Goldstein (jsda38@icloud.com). August 28 Shabbat services will be held at…
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart On Sunday, July 26, join us in the Catalina Room at SaddleBrooke HOA2 (located in between the MountainView Golf shop and MountainView pools) for SaddleBrooke Sacred Circle, at 4 p.m. Our service is held every fourth Sunday of the month. This is a meaningful and heart-centered experience, including prayer and meditation, a short…
Roger Lloyd Lindeken Roger Lloyd Lindeken passed away peacefully at his home in SaddleBrooke Ranch, Arizona, on June 4, 2026, surrounded by those he loved most. He leaves behind a legacy of service, integrity, adventure, and devotion to family. Born in Oakland, Calif., on Aug. 30, 1942, and raised in Walnut Creek, Roger discovered his…
Linda Shannon-Hills Welcome to our new homeowners who have moved 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…
Gerry Tietje When I was a young boy growing up in Wisconsin, I used to mix up syllables in words, like saying “aminals” instead of animals, or “flutterbys” instead of butterflies. As I grew older, I sometimes did it on purpose, waiting for a response from the listener. Regardless of what you call them, butterflies…
Tim Malone Savoring the joy of retirement means recognizing that this is your time. Your time to rest, to grow, to explore, and to delight in the world around you. It’s a chance to wake up each morning with a sense of possibility and to end each day with gratitude. Retirement isn’t an ending; it’s…
