David Zapatka July’s WOTM word, “eggcorn,” resulted in a flurry of reader comments. “Just read your article in the Pioneer Press about eggcorns, and it made me chuckle. I didn’t realize they were called eggcorns, but I’ve encountered a few of the same “slip of the ears.” One that always annoys me is when people say ‘It’s…
Category: September 2022
Front Page, September 2022
Join Us! SaddleBrooke Ranch’s 7th Annual Cancer Walk
The Cancer Support Group needs your support! Last year, in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) showed the city—and ourselves—just how tough we are as we gathered together to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night. Our SBR team of almost 50 members was Strong, Brave, and Resilient! Our 7th…
September 2022
Madaras Gallery Presents ‘Sunflowers in Bloom’
Visit Madaras Gallery Tuesday, Sept. 1 through Friday, Sept. 30 and experience ‘Sunflowers in Bloom.’ Diana Madaras celebrates the vibrant and natural beauty of sunflowers in a way that is beautiful and joyful. During this month-long event, Diana’s colorful sunflower paintings will fill the gallery. Madaras Gallery is located at 3035 N. Swan and open six…
September 2022
Why Can’t We All Get Along?
Are you wondering why it seems people are so divided? Do you want to learn more about it and what you can do personally to help? Join us for a two-part forum conducted by Anthony Cicchino, Ed.D., and brought to you by the Fellowship for Social Justice. “I’m Not Biased, You Are” includes these two dates…
September 2022
Annual Steiness Tennis Tournament Coming in October
Deb McGiboney The SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) will be holding their annual Steiness Tennis Tournament Oct. 27 through 29. This will be the 9th year that the SBRTA has held this tournament in honor of the late Helge Steiness. He was the founding SBRTA president who presided in 2012 and 2013. If you enjoy…
September 2022
Mudslingers Pottery Club: Feel What the Potter Feels
Heading into the fall months, it’s a great time to bring out the artist within you. Many of our potters will be returning from their summer vacations, and the sharing and creativity amongst the potters is energizing. Sign up for one of the upcoming 3-hour intro to hand building sessions. After attending the first session, the…
September 2022
Do You, or Someone You Love, Live with Mental Illness?
The Santa Catalina Social Awareness and Justice Ministry is hosting a mental health presentation at Santa Catalina Catholic Church at 14380 N. Oracle Rd. The presentation will be given by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Southern Arizona and will help you learn about mental illness and how it is possible to live a…
September 2022
2 Your Health: Anxiety and Fatigue? You May Need a Swedish Massage
Heidi Overman, Licensed Massage Therapist, #MT-24997 Most people like to really “feel the work” when getting a massage. We like to feel that “hurt so good” when muscles release. However, there are many reasons to switch it up to a relaxing Swedish type massage. Our bodies are tuned in to perceived danger. We call it…
September 2022
Fall Festivities at the Lavender Farm!
Carolyn Blair For those of you who may not know, Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm is a short 10-minute drive from SaddleBrooke Ranch in the quaint community of Oracle at 1221 North Rancho Robles Road. If you are looking for a unique and beautiful place to visit this fall, come and see what we…
September 2022
Did You Know?
Fifty new boxes have recently been added to the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) community garden and are available for rent. The garden is located at the end of Egret Trail in Unit 4C. For experienced growers with a green thumb or for someone who just wants to try something new, this could be just what you…