Jim Hoagland Tucson Audubon’s Paton Center for Hummingbirds is aptly named, with 16 different species of hummingbirds observed in its environment. It was the vision of Wally and Marion Paton, who opened their backyard to the birding community shortly after moving there in 1973. Following their passing, the Tucson Audubon Society, through generous support from the…
Jim Beregi On Aug. 24, the Catalina Mountain Elks Lodge 2815 gave the Coronado K-8 School Nurses Office $400 worth of bottled water, snacks, and liquid IV supplies. The Past Exalted Rulers (PER) Association of the lodge made the donation. The donation was made at the Coronado K-8 School in Catalina.
The SaddleBrooke Ranch Bocce Club held a fundraising charity event sponsoring Oracle Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation (OARR) on Sept. 9. Even though the weather was hot, 14 teams played multiple games to benefit OARR. In the end, Great Balls of Fire came out on top in the advanced category, and Ready to Roll won the…
Sandy Jessop The Cancer Support Group depends on your support! This past year brought us all a bit closer to resuming our “normal” activities. But when you have cancer, nothing in life is ever normal. That’s why the SaddleBrooke Ranch Cancer Support Group gathers together to support our fellow residents! A few things we focus on are:…
The Institute of Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) greeted the New Year by welcoming congregants, clergy, and guests. A SaddleBrooke community event: All residents of SaddleBrooke are welcome to hear Rabbi Seltzer speak to “Who Did What to Whom in the Garden of Eden? Does It Matter? Jewish, Christian, Muslim Views of Adam, Eve, and the Serpent.” This…
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool Players are always looking for ways to improve their game. I have taught players over the years to practice these fun variations of 8 ball to improve their confidence, playing ability and run out percentage. A lot of players are good ball pocketers, but have trouble finishing games and running racks in…
Rosemary Douglas The Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) will be a busy place for the next few months. Our wonderful volunteers will run holiday programs and assist with other special projects. October: Emergency-type, non-washable, single-use blankets will be distributed from our lobby during the month of October. Some of our clients are challenged with housing issues such…
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…
Janelle Authur When some of the first residents of Unit 8A met at the Bistro in March 2016, no one imagined that the evening would be the first of a long, unbroken streak of monthly Happy Hours. Yet, here they were in August 2023, celebrating the Unit’s 90th month of gatherings. Happy Hours started out in…
Dale Farland Believe it or not, the holidays are around the corner. So, now is your chance to create two paper-quilled angels, taught in two different ways. Whether you simply frame them, hang them on your tree, or include them on cards or packages, they will have a special place in your heart and house. Once…