Category: September 2023

Creating Beautiful Accessories!

We Be Beaders are seen here cooling off in the studio while working on their favorite pastime! They were working on projects for upcoming cancer fundraisers in September and October. Their crafts and jewelry will also be available at the SaddleBrooke Ranch ARTwalk in October. (Photo by Debora Witten)

SaddleBrooke Ranch ARTwalk Is October 21 and 22

Linda Shannon-Hills Save the dates! The SBR ARTwalk will be on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., and again on Sunday, Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., for an open-studio tour. Artists will be showing their work in their home studios and groups in the Creative Arts and Tech (CAT) Center. SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) residents have a…

Autumn Fun at the Lavender Farm!

Carolyn Blair Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm will start the autumn season off with our Annual Bluegrass BBQ Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 30! Big Daddy’s BBQ will prepare a delicious meal. The farm is located in the quaint community of Oracle at 1221 North Rancho Robles Road and is a unique and beautiful place to visit in the fall. Come and…

Introduction to Zentangle Method of Drawing, Part 2

Dale Farland In June, Zentangle artist Val Barsevich taught our beginner class in Zentangle. It was so well received, the students immediately asked her to return to teach another class. So, if you missed the first Introduction to Zentangle class, it’s not too late to learn the Zentangle method! It’s fun, easy to learn, and promotes relaxation…

Kickin’ It to Live Country Western Music

Janelle Authur Ranch Western dancers enjoyed two more boot-scootin’, heel stompin’ Western dance parties on July 14 and Aug. 4 in the Sol Ballroom at the Ranch House. Tucson-area band Wild Ride provided the live music in July and Patrick Rayl and the .357 Band did the honors in August. Recognizing the popularity of Western dancing in…

The Anatomy of a Scam: Unveiling the Three Phases Used by Fraudsters

R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Scammers are master manipulators who prey on people’s vulnerabilities and trust to deceive them into parting with their hard-earned money. Understanding the three critical phases they employ in their deceitful schemes can help individuals protect themselves. These phases include Initiating Contact, Creating a Compelling Reason to Act, and Requesting…

Mudslingers’ Lazy Days of Summer

Patti Jo Lewis The summer months have turned into quiet studio times. This is the best time to join our Mudslingers Pottery Club and enjoy learning pottery techniques, as well as have more one-on-one time with our monitors. Need a great idea for a pottery piece? Drop by our studio and visit our library, or enjoy our display…

Wellness Roundup: Allergies and Airway Health

Linda Shannon-Hills Allergic inflammation, known as allergic rhinitis, has been found to have a connection to the lower airway, known as allergic bronchitis, or asthma. Both conditions have similar immunological mechanisms and underlying pathogenesis. You are invited to attend the SBR Wellness Roundup on Friday, Sept. 22, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in La Mesa/Montana rooms…

Save The Date! Southwest Woodcarvers Returning

Southwest Woodcarvers will be providing a carving demonstration and carving show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 28 at the SaddleBrooke TWO Arts and Craft Center, 3879 S. MountainView Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85739. The woodcarving show will feature some of the finest carvers in Southern Arizona and some will be performing carving demonstrations during the show. Award-winning carvers from the Mesa Arizona…