Linda Shannon-Hills and Neighbors Helping Neighbors If you’re looking to meet new people at the Ranch, interested in helping others and finding a purpose, volunteering may be a good option. When you volunteer, you have the opportunity to make a true difference in the lives of others in our community. Learning about the benefits of…
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September 2025, Front Page
Fresh Vegetables for IMPACT Food Bank
George Van Ess Attention SaddleBrooke Ranch gardeners! The SaddleBrooke Ranch HOA and Robson Communities have donated 10 raised beds to be utilized for growing vegetables for the IMPACT of Southern Arizona food bank, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. We have received donations from Ace Hardware, Home Depot, ARBICO Organics, and Tractor Supply providing much of what…
September 2025, Front Page
OVCN @ The Ranch Serves at Tucson Gospel Rescue Mission
Pastor Jim Kraemer On July 29, a group of 11 volunteers from OVCN @ The Ranch headed across Tucson to serve dinner at the Tucson Gospel Rescue Mission. The Mission is committed to helping those experiencing homelessness and life challenges by offering hope, practical assistance, and the love of Jesus Christ. In addition to providing…
August 2025, Front Page
“You Really Like My Art?”
SBR Art Club, Linda Shannon-Hills Many of the participating artists were amazed by the feedback they received during the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Art Club Summer Social and Member Art Showcase held on June 11. Many of us in the SBR Art Club are novice artists, simply looking for ways to express ourselves and connect with…
August 2025, Front Page
Nature’s Way: Festivals and Fall Migration
Jim Hoagland August is one of the best months for birding in Arizona. In normal years, migration picks up and diversity of species peaks during the summer monsoons. There is no better way to enjoy bird watching this time of year than by going to a birding festival. They are organized to get you to…
August 2025, Front Page
SBRWGA Summertime Cool
Char Burrill The heat is not keeping our SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) dedicated golfers off the course. League day play continues through the summer and we are out there. On July 1 we celebrated the Fourth of July with a Red, White, and Blue four-person best ball tournament. And just to keep it…
August 2025, Front Page
Creative Giving and Casa de los Niños
Carol Andrews A recent donation of machine-knitted throw-square samples was gratefully received by Creative Giving. While the group initially explored several project ideas for the squares, none seemed to be the right fit—until a timely conversation sparked a perfect solution. A volunteer with Creative Giving spoke with a friend who volunteers at Casa de Los…
August 2025, Front Page
SaddleBrooke Ranch Blood Drive: Saturday, August 2 at La Hacienda Club
Please join SaddleBrooke Ranch and The American Red Cross on Saturday, Aug. 2, 7 a.m. to noon, at La Hacienda Club (this drive only), located at 31390 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle AZ 85623. To make an appointment, go to: redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=saddlebrookeranch. You will need either the Red Cross Blood Donor App or a form of ID to…
August 2025, Front Page
FUN and Cancer FUNdraiser Events
October is always a busy month here at SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR), and 2025 will be no different. So now is the time to mark your calendar for two fabulous events—with a new twist! Oct. 17: SBR Cancer Support Group’s 6th Annual Community Golf Cart Ride (6 to 6:30 p.m.) followed by the Light the Night…
July 2025, Front Page
SBCO and Ranchers Promote Reading with Bookcases and Books
Nancy McCluskey-Moore At the end of the school year, first grade students at Ray Elementary School in Kearny receive a handmade bookcase and at least two books. Each child annually receives an additional two books (through the third grade) to store on their bookcase. The Rotary Club of Kearny started this program to encourage young…