Robert S. Simpson In the past three years, SaddleBrooke author Robert (Bob) Simpson has written three books on area history, all available in the DesertView and SaddleBrooke libraries. His original From the Cañada del Oro to the Tortolitas (2019) has long been sold out and a print version of his recent The History of Oracle Junction,…
Fueling the Future Monic Oszust For the last three years, the community has come together to support what we named Fueling the Future. We realized that although the Mountain Vista school in Oracle is open and having a wonderful school year, the same need for food for the students remains throughout the winter break. Most…
Linda Harvey Chiricahua National Monument (NM) was the latest destination of the SBR National Park Club. Over 30 members of the club had a day of learning, exploration, and hiking in the park site located in Southeast Arizona. National Park Service (NPS) Ranger Suzanne Moody provided an informative talk citing important facts about Chiricahua NM…
Fueling the Future Monic Oszust For the last three years, the community has come together to support what we named Fueling the Future. We realized that although the Mountain Vista school in Oracle is open and having a wonderful school year, the same need for food for the students remains throughout the winter break. Most…
Cheryl Stroben We are a group of ladies who wanted to sew clothes for ourselves and our families. Some of us had not sewn since high school and some were highly trained in the art of sewing. The SBR Clothe Me Group has been very busy this year. You might ask, “What have they been…
Dale Farland Many SaddleBrooke Ranch members of the SBR Art Club have expressed interest in learning the fundamentals of watercolor painting. Well, now is your opportunity to learn this artistic medium. SaddleBrooke resident and artist Karen Brungardt will be teaching this class over four Thursday morning sessions starting Jan. 5, 2023. You may have seen Karen’s…
Patti Jo Lewis We are celebrating our 4th anniversary. During the pandemic, our membership dropped, but 2022 was a great rebuilding year. We hope to add even more potters to our club in 2023. Look for announcements for introductory classes to begin soon. Last-minute holiday shoppers, there’s no need to leave the Ranch. Visit the…
Lorraine Smith More than 150 members participated in the Wine Club’s best event of the year! This festival was held in the Sol Ballroom on Oct. 24. Our members explored seven wine regions and food pairings that exquisitely complimented each of the wines. They traveled around the world with a “passport” where they received a…
Deb McGiboney Our next gathering is Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Ranch House Grill, Private Dining Room. There will be a portable bar set up for you to order your wines and appetizers! If you have a different beverage of choice, please order at the bar, and join us! The…
Rebecca Williams The Horseback Riding Group was treated to a ride closer to home on Oct. 15. Westward Look Resort on Ina includes a riding stable open to the public with a trail ride through a very pretty, natural desert area with beautiful views of the Catalinas. This is a perennial group favorite as it…