David Zapatka Shungite-fullerenes: a unique combination of carbon and silicate minerals found in an ancient deposit in Karelia, Russia. Friend and fellow wisdom seeker book club member, Sandria (Joy) Valente, gave me a special gift recently—a shungite-fullerenes rock. I had never heard of these before. Joy explained shungite-fullerenes rocks have special properties and are called…
Category: December 2019
December 2019
Spotlight on Source Book™ Advertiser: How do you choose your tax credit organization?
Barbara McClure Our Arizona residents are fortunate to be able to direct their state tax dollars to a qualified charity of their choice! We hope you will choose IMPACT of Southern Arizona for your contribution this year! People often tell us they select IMPACT because they like to support local organizations making a difference in their…
December 2019
SBR Republican Women of Action invite you to a Christmas luncheon December 16
Kay Lantow The SaddleBrooke Ranch Republican Women of Action invite our neighbors to a special Christmas luncheon in the Sol Ballroom on Monday, Dec. 16, at 11:30 a.m. The Ranch House Grill staff will serve a seated lunch of your choice of braised short ribs, roasted chicken, or eggplant parmesan. All choices include salad, dessert, and…
December 2019
I can’t even draw a stick figure!
Karen Brungardt Have you ever wondered if you have artistic talent or wished you could find if you do? Or have you wondered how artists come up with their artistic ideas? Do you wish you could try making art in a non-threatening atmosphere? Are you someone who’s just curious what it takes to use different…
December 2019
Hearing loss and Alzheimer’s
Maria Menconi In a visit to a doctor’s office recently, I saw a startling poster on the wall. It was entitled “Untreated Hearing Loss and Alzheimer’s Disease.” I was shocked to see the symptom similarities between the two. For example, symptoms of untreated hearing loss include depression, anxiety, and feelings of isolation, while symptoms of Alzheimer’s…
December 2019
SBR resident to perform free concert
Bruce Carlson SaddleBrooke Ranch resident Bruce Carlson will be doing a concert at Catalina State Park Saturday, December 7, at 3:00 p.m. This great outdoor venue is perfect for a listening crowd. Seating is very limited so bring a lawn chair to enjoy an afternoon of mellow originals and cover songs. The music genre Bruce…
December 2019
American Red Cross blood drive December 7
Linda Shannon-Hills SaddleBrooke Ranch American Red Cross blood drive on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 7 a.m. until noon in the Sol Ballroom at the Ranch House facility. Please help, as the need is great! To make an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org. We are very proud of our participation to help with the significant…
December 2019
The Sock Hop returns!
Jane Gromelski Tuesday, Jan. 28, will be our next ’50s and ’60s Sock Hop in the MountainView Ballroom. Doors and the cash bar will open at 5 p.m., and the buffet will be served at 5:30 p.m. The meal will include a plated salad, rolls, and butter, comfort food meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, a garden vegetable,…
December 2019
Sew What?
Linda Shannon-Hills Sew What? We ask this question a lot in our group as we continue to make different items for ourselves, friends, family, and charities. This group is designed to teach basic sewing skills, hold instructional sessions on non-clothing sewing projects for yourself, friends, or grandchildren such as pillow cases, tote bags, mesh bags,…
December 2019
Illinois Club has authentic midwestern chili-fest
Dianne Johns and Carolee Bailey On a cool Wednesday evening in October, roughly 45 Illinois Club members gathered at the home of JD and Nancy Olson to enjoy a true midwestern chili-fest. Each of the seven cooks prepared a different type of chili for the event. Types of chili served included venison chili, vegan chili, jalapeno…