Remembering Memorial Day

SaddleBrooke Ranch Veterans Club Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. It is a day for Americans to offer tribute and honor to the heroes who laid down their lives to preserve our freedoms. Originally known as Decoration…

Aging in Hope

Linda Shannon-Hills Most of my life, when I would hear someone say, “I hope this will work” or “Our group is hopeful to finish this project,” a feeling of pessimism or lack of confidence popped into my mind. My goal was the knowledge that I could always get it done; I was positive it would be a successful…

SBR 3.5 Women Pickleball Ladies in Action

Back row (left to right): Polly Jones, Abby Foote, Carol Osgood, Chris Logan, Jen Campion, and Betty Staniec; Front row: Ginger Buetow, Margaret Rogers, Deb Street, Penny Brockshus, Barb Simms, and Sally Grasso (Photo by Debbie Witten)

Debbie Witten There are currently 21 ladies who are actively playing pickleball at the 3.5 skill level. Twice a week, 12 to 16 of them play together in a round-robin format for a two-hour session. They are exciting to watch, so, if you are free, come to the courts and watch them play from 8 until…

IJSS Update

Melanie Einbund, IJSS Secretary During the summer months of June, July, and August, services will not be held. Members will receive notice of High Holy Day services. Institute of Jewish Services (IJSS) welcomes Rabbi Laura Harari to our pulpit. When first interviewed about this position, Rabbi Harari expressed that she was excited and thrilled for the…