Spotlight on Advertiser: Trico Electric Co-op Launches New Electric Vehicle Time-of-Use Rate for Members

Trico Electric Cooperative is proud to announce the launch of a voluntary Electric Vehicle Time-of-Use Rate (EV TOU Rate) for eligible Trico members who have electric vehicles (EVs). This rate is designed to support the growing demand for EVs among Trico members, reduce strain on Trico’s system during peak hours, and lower costs for Trico’s…

SBR Memories Matter Team Walks for a Cure

Florence Messer For the past three years, dozens of SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) residents have joined together to walk here at SaddleBrooke Ranch in support of the Walk To End Alzheimer’s Disease and raised more than $30,000! All our efforts are starting to pay off—a new drug has recently been approved and has been reported to slow the…

Word of the Month: Emotion

David Zapatka Do emotions happen consciously or unconsciously? Can emotions be chosen or do they just happen? While reading “I Am: The Power of Discovering Who You Really Are” by Howard Falco, I read, “Emotions are the clues that lead you to the treasure of everlasting peace.” Ponder this for a while. Are our emotions…

Wine Club Enjoys a Summer Breeze Wine Tasting

The Wine Club of SaddleBrooke Ranch hosted a Summer Breeze Wine Tasting event on July 18 in the Sol Ballroom. More than 100 members and guests tasted wines from California and Europe that were perfect in the middle of the hot Arizona summer. The group enjoyed the menu, which included: * Trimbach Riesling served with gazpacho * Tenuta di…

Lavender—“The Swiss Army Knife of Essential Oils”

JoAnne Gaudioso Lavender is often referred to as the “Swiss Army Knife of Essential Oils” because of its usefulness and popularity. Lavender is widely considered a must-have essential oil because of its versatility. It’s been used and cherished for centuries because of its unmistakable aroma and myriad of benefits. Ancient Egyptians and Romans used lavender…

Upcoming SBR Technology Club Classes and Meetings

Jeff Kaczmarek * Sept. 14: Using Your Mac * Sept. 27: Ten Tips for Better Photography The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Technology Club is also planning classes for late summer and early fall on cloud services, color photography tips, and AI graphics, as well as a Windows Special Interest Group meeting. Please consult the Tech Club website (www.sbrtechnology.club) for…