Linda Harvey Colliding continents, volcanic eruptions of immense proportions, ocean, lakes, and dinosaurs are all part of the story of Saguaro National Park during the last 1.5 billion years. This was the opening to Larry Richter’s recent presentation to the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) National Parks Club. With the addition of animated videos, Larry provided a…
Mary (Twink) Gates The many numbered balls rolled and bounced in their cage: Legs eleven, number 11; Knock at the Door, number 4; Dancing Queen, number 17; and many more bingo nicknames and numbers were called out by Nigel Hawkins, the bingo caller and announcer for the British Club Bingo and Ice Cream Social. Bingo…
Char Burrill The gals of SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) are swinging their way into fall and enjoying every minute. Our annual Updegraff Cup was held on Sept. 8 and 9. This match play tournament is played annually in honor of Dr. Ed Updegraff, a longtime resident of SaddleBrooke Ranch and a big supporter…
Rebecca Williams The Horseback Riding Group will be headed to Marana on Saturday, Oct. 11, for the first ride of the fall season. The ride at Tucson Mountain Stables is on the property of the White Stallion Ranch. It starts in a flat area of scrub brush, but quickly rises up into the foothills of…
Mardiece Patrick On Sept. 7, 15 SBR residents set sail on Harmony of the Seas for a pickleball cruise in the Caribbean. What an adventure we had together!
Janelle Authur Western dancers donned their Happy Faces and celebrated four years of Western dancing at the Ranch on Sept. 5. Eighty-plus dancers boogied to the country music of Wild Ride, with plenty of room to step out on the newly expanded dance floor. With an informal motto of “Western dancers are the happiest people…
Andrea Cothran The SaddleBrooke Ranch Mixology Club hosted a winning Tailgate themed event on Sept. 9, bringing members together for a lively evening of football spirit, cocktails, and camaraderie. Dressed in their favorite team gear, members filled the ballroom and kicked off the night ready to cheer on their teams while enjoying tailgate-style fun. The…
Education and Remembrances Melanie Einbund Once again, Rabbi Price will conduct Adult Education classes of Jewish Text Study based on Jewish Ethics. The dates are Dec. 16 in 2025 and Jan. 20, March 17, and April 14 in 2026. More information will be coming. Remembering loved ones during Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur is a…
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart Rev. Dr. Jonathan Zenz holds a Doctorate in Consciousness Studies from Emerson Theological Institute and is ordained in both Unity and Religious Science. A Tucson native, he studied theatre at the University of Arizona and built a successful career as a performer in Los Angeles and an Emmy-nominated TV producer in New…
Kathy Gotto Attention ladies, a new non-denominational Bible Study and Fellowship Group is forming now. We will be studying the Gospel of John. It will be discussion-style with open participation encouraged, but not required. Whether you are a seeker, young believer, or older Christian, all are welcome to start, or to continue, on the path…