Debora Witten As the roar of the crowds and the thrill of touchdowns fill our screens once more, it’s evident that football season is back in full swing! We at “Home, James!” understand that every play, every snap, and every moment counts. So why waste precious game time running errands? Don’t miss a single snap this…
Category: October 2023
Clubs & Classes, October 2023
MOAA News
Former Lt. William Myers, CEC, USN Although the monthly meetings of the Catalina Mountains Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) are currently on hiatus, CMC’s leadership has been busy supporting veterans and their families who are clients of Esperanza En Escalante (Esperanza). Esperanza’s housing facilities are located at 3700 S. Calle…
October 2023
Don’t Fall for the Latest Funeral Scam
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Losing a loved one is already an emotionally challenging time, and the last thing you need is to fall victim to a scam that is now becoming more prevalent. These heartless schemes prey on vulnerable individuals when they’re most in need. Here’s how to identify and protect yourself from…
Sports, October 2023
Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch Celebrate Birthdays
Debora Witten, Mother Diva On Aug. 29, the Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch played pickleball and then celebrated five members born in the months of July and August. The Birthday Divas attending were Jan Close, Karen Bellinger, Janet Baker, Lori Rounds, and Judy Abadia. Members also celebrating their birthdays but not able to play due to travel…
Generals, October 2023
Update Your Emergency Contact Information on Your SBR HOA Profile
Linda Shannon-Hills, SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors When new residents move to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) and register with the HOA at the Front Desk with Jamie Shipley, emergency contact information is collected. You may not remember providing this information or the contacts listed, so it’s a good idea to check and make sure it is current…
Clubs & Classes, October 2023
Another Fun Watercolor Class to Learn New Techniques!
Debby Felzien On Aug. 10, SaddleBrooke Ranch Art Club members finished the last watercolor class of a four-part series taught by Karen Brungardt. What a great class and instructor! In addition to reviewing our skills in design, composition, and color usage, Karen showed the class many new techniques that brought several “ah-ha” moments from class members.…
October 2023, Generals
Join Oracle Schools Foundation for a Halloween Spooktacular!
Sherry Kaplan Looking for a fun way to help local kids? Look no further than an upcoming Oracle Schools Foundation (OSF) fundraiser. OSF’s mission is to provide financial and related support to ensure that every Oracle student has unlimited opportunity to succeed. One of its efforts is to provide scholarships for children to attend preschool since…
Clubs & Classes, October 2023
Yarn Connection’s Community Service Projects
Mary Tomasello Yarn Connection is a knitting and crocheting group that meets at SaddleBrooke Ranch in La Vista Room at La Hacienda Club. Currently, our members are focused on making knit or crochet items for donation to various service organizations. The designated groups include Project Linus: comfort blankets and shawls for children of all ages;…
Clubs & Classes, October 2023
New Four-Session Class: Beauty and Harmony in the Still Life
Dale Farland This new class is designed to meet the student at any level of experience and proficiency with whatever medium resonates: from simple sketching, to watercolor painting, to oil painting, to acrylic painting. This unique class is open to every level of artist, and every type of art medium is welcome! If you’ve been…