David Zapatka Stacking is a doubles strategy where teammates intentionally position themselves on the same side of the court to keep a stronger player on their preferred side for forehand or backhand shots, maximizing offensive and defensive opportunities. To stack or not to stack? This question is often asked. Here are some points to consider…
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Clubs & Classes, November 2025
Savor Retirement: Lifespan and Healthspan in Retirement
Tim Malone Gerontologist Dr. Kerry Burnight introduces the critical concept of Joyspan based on the science of well-being, contentment, connection, meaning, growth, choice, and purpose. Joyspan reframes joy as a long-term emotional investment, not just a fleeting emotion. Joy isn’t just about feeling good—it is a life hack for building resilience that lasts a lifetime.…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Conservative/Republican Club News: Conservatives in Action
Nancy Borcalli Please note: The Conservatives in Action will not hold General Meetings in November and December 2025. In place of our regularly scheduled meetings, “Member-Only” events will be held on Nov. 13 and Dec. 17. Members, please watch for details of each event, which will be emailed to you. You do not want to…
Clubs & Classes, November 2025
Democrats Hosted Visit from Dr. Teresa Ruiz, Candidate for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction

M.C. Nelson On Sept. 16, the Democratic Club welcomed Candidate Dr Teresa Ruiz. She is a career educator, executive leader, and passionate advocate for public education. A proud Arizonan, she started in South Phoenix Public Schools and continued through Northern Arizona University before obtaining her Doctoral Degree in Higher and Postsecondary Education via Arizona State…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
SBR National Parks Club
Linda Harvey Our October speaker was Bret Muter, the Director of Philanthropy and Programming at Western National Parks (WNP). With the recent federal government shutdown, this was an important time to hear about the WNP and what this organization does as a partner to our national parks. Bret took the opportunity to explain his organization…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
SaddleBrooke Ranch Tap Dance Club

Toni Graves Fans of Singin’ in the Rain! You’re invited to join the SaddleBroke Ranch Tap Dance Club. Tap an hour away with over a dozen members each Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Fitness Room, La Hacienda Club. All levels welcome. Tap shoes aren’t necessary. We encourage you to visit the club…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Art Club Classes – November 2025

Art Club Class Registration You must be a member of the SBR Art Club and have an Art Club account on Club Express. Not a member yet? Hey, you’re missing all the fun! Sign up at sbrartclub.clubexpress.com. Membership for the remainder of 2025 is only $15! Current Members: Log into your account that you have…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
SaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotary Helps Sharpen Young Minds

Christianne Dettmann Investing in the youth of one’s community is always a smart choice. This is just one reason you will find three dedicated members of the SaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotary Club—Maggie DeBlock, Julia Halvacs, and Patty See—making the trek every week up to the Mammoth-San Manuel Unified School District throughout the school year to assist…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke Teams Up to Support Heroes

Barbara Barr Bengen When disaster strikes, heroes appear in many. forms. After the fire is out and the first responders and insurance adjusters have left, all that remains are the charred skeletons of dreams and memories. And then, how does one make that jump to clear the land to start anew? Enter more heroes, Team…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Add Beautiful Glass to “Blind Date with a Book!”

Claudia Knauss Ever been on a “Blind Date with a Book?” As the holidays approach, at the Glasshoppers art studio in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Creative Arts and Technology Center we have super fun gift ideas for family, friends, neighbors, book club buds and pickleball partners, even grandchildren. Start by choosing a book you’d enjoy being…
