Mary Twink Gates Members of the British Club recently gathered for an enjoyable evening of great food, lively conversation, and warm fellowship at Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Grill. The event brought together 30 club members and guests on Aug. 13 at 5:30 p.m. for a relaxed social outing, providing an opportunity to reconnect with…
Mary Leben and Susie Morrill Women of Wine (and Cocktails) had their monthly meeting on Aug. 20, and the event was a sangria making class. Kelly Cardwell and her staff taught everyone the ins and outs of sangria making. Traditional fruit: orange, apple, lemon, and lime. Seasonal fruit: summer fruit and tropical fruits all work…
Pam Steube The SaddleBrooke Ranch Mixology Club saddled up for a trip to the Wild West on Sept. 8, transforming the SaddleBrooke Ranch Ballroom into a spirited Western gathering filled with creative cocktails, cowboy hats, friendly competition, and plenty of laughter. The ballroom was decked out with red bandanas and Western-themed centerpieces surrounded by poker…
Chuck Coxe and Scott Hopkins Ranch Writers is a group of SaddleBrooke Ranchers who have a passion for writing. Our mission is to encourage writers and improve our writing skills. Here’s a trick or treat story we’d like to share from member Chuck Coxe: SaddleBrooke Ranch Babies “There is nothing for sale in SaddleBrooke Ranch,…
Larry Ingram Jeff Utsch was the guest speaker at the monthly meeting of the SaddleBrooke Veterans Club. Jeff is the Senior Faculty Lead instructor at the Leadership and Freedom Center in Gettysburg, Pa. In his early years he was a world class competitive swimmer. He earned a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of…
Kim McIlonie The Catalina Mountain Elks Lodge was proud to honor local paralyzed veterans who participate in the Paralympic Games at a luncheon. Through the generosity of our members and the success of several fundraisers, the Lodge’s Veterans Committee presented each athlete with a $1,200 check to help offset travel expenses as they proudly represent…