Category: 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…

Immigration discussion Feb. 23

Leslie Fore Have you ever wondered why people don’t just come to our country legally? Are you interested in knowing how it is possible to advocate for comprehensive, just legislation? The Santa Catalina Social Awareness and Justice Ministry invites you to a forum that will answer these questions and more. Rev. Sean Carroll, SJ, executive…

SBCO – Edited

SaddleBrooke Community Outreach—making a difference every year Nancy McCluskey-Moore SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) had a very productive year in 2019. Thanks to the hard work of our volunteers and the generosity of our donors, we were able to make a significant difference in the lives of many children and their families. * Kid’s Closet provided…

Messiah sing along—in SaddleBrooke Ranch and Oracle

Alastair Stone Have you always wanted to sing the Messiah, but never had the opportunity? Your opportunity has arrived! Back for its third year, the Voices in the Oaks Chorale and the Oracle Piano Society will present the Messiah Sing Along on two dates and two locations:  Dec. 20, 7 p.m. at SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom and…

SaddleBrooke CycleMasters bicycle round-up

Lynette Herbert On Saturday, Jan. 18,, SaddleBrooke CycleMasters will again conduct their annual Bicycle Round-up. This event is designed to enable SaddleBrooke residents and friends to rid themselves of any excess bicycles, bicycle clothing, and bicycle parts/accessories to help our less fortunate neighbors. The CycleMasters are again proud to be teaming with BICAS (Bicycle Inter…

Have you heard about the Real ID?

Linda Shannon-Hills Take a look at your driver’s license. If it doesn’t have a star in the upper corner of the card, then your license is not Real ID compliant. And if you’re planning to take a domestic commercial flight any time after Oct. 1, 2020, you’ll need to take action, make some decisions, or carry…

Golden Goose gift cards available

Charlotte James One of the most popular, easiest, and favorite presents for anyone to receive is a gift card. Did you know the Golden Goose has gift cards for purchase? They can be found right up front at the cash registers and are so easy to get. Simply choose a card and hand it to the…

New home sales

Lauren Winkowski Outstanding new homesites are now available in Neighborhood 17 at SaddleBrooke Ranch. The newly released homesites are great for those desiring a quaint neighborhood situated in a quiet part of the community. Neighborhood 17 accommodates both Traditions and Premiere homesites and several lots feature a natural desert landscape behind them. Neighborhood 17 is…

Pharmacy – Edited

Desert Life Pharmacy coming to SaddleBrooke At a recent Rotary meeting, we spoke with the owner and pharmacist of the new Desert Life Pharmacy, who will be coming to the SaddleBrooke Shopping Center (63675 E. SaddleBrooke Blvd., Suite S) in early 2020. Brianne has served as our public relations chair since 2018 and came to discuss her passion…