Ron Machado and Scott Hopkins Ranch Writers is a group of SaddleBrooke Ranchers who have a passion for writing. Our mission is to encourage writers and improve our writing skills. We recently asked members to write a drabble (a 100-word short story) based on a picture from the Tucson Museum of Art. The picture was…
Sue Fetters The Mudslingers studio offered another inspirational demonstration for its members. Led by Teri Thomas and assisted by Bonnie Roach, this class showcased how to use wax, tape, paper, stickers, and metallic markers as resist materials to enhance pottery creations. Often, members are not aware of all the various techniques that can add a…
Nichole Lawhon Paper crafting here at the Ranch is wonderful because it combines creativity, relaxation, friendship, and the joy of making something by hand. With paper, you can create greeting cards, scrapbook layouts, photo albums, journals, gift boxes, paper flowers, wreaths, ornaments, bookmarks, origami, quilled designs, seasonal decorations, memory books, and personalized keepsakes. Crafting with…
Nichole Lawhon Suzy Claar, the president of SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Paper Crafters, was quietly watching Good Morning America as they reported a story featuring randomactsofkindness.org. It was part of their reporting on the 25th anniversary of 9/11. She then had a great idea to honor first responders who in New York City heroically acted on…
Claudia Knauss The holiday season is just around the corner, and the Glasshoppers fused glass club at SaddleBrooke Ranch is ready to help you add a little sparkle to your gift giving! Why spend hours searching for the perfect present when you can purchase or create something beautiful, unique, and handmade? Glasshoppers’ upcoming holiday classes…
Linda Harvey Vickie Atkinson shared photos and experiences with the membership of the club’s May 2026 trip to the Flagstaff parks and surrounding area. This area is rich in Native culture, history, and ruins from time immemorial. One of the first stops on the four-day trip was to Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument. This now…
Sharon Morris The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) line dance group welcomes you to join the fun. * Movement to lively music * Socialize with a focus on learning * Master new steps to activate both brain and body * Not too serious or competitive In fact, do you know what happens if you mess up on…