Dogs, whose temporary homes end up at the Humane Society of Southern Arizona (HSSA), often arrive at the shelter scarred by traumatic experiences, such as abandonment, abuse, or neglect. Some are traumatized by the loss of a loved one and their subsequent release into the custody of HSSA. Here, they are treated with compassion, their…
Linda Harvey Welcome to the new SaddleBrooke Ranch homeowners listed on this page. Each month, the Newcomer Welcome Volunteer Group holds a webinar for all new residents to the community. This is a live webinar run by volunteers who can answer questions during the presentation. The webinar is free and open to anyone who lives in…
Linda Shannon-Hills We need your help! The American Red Cross continues to be short on needed blood. If you can donate, we encourage you to register to donate. The next drive at the Ranch will be on Saturday, Dec. 4, starting at 7 a.m., with the last donation time at 1 p.m. The drive will…
Melanie Einbund Magic! It was absolute magic when some five or so years ago I started playing timpani with my adult school band in Northern California. To be a part of making music was just pure magic! Now I play with SaddleBrooke Winds & Strings. Every Friday morning, for an hour and a half, we…
JoAnne Gaudioso If you are searching for a real aromatherapy treatment and a healthy lifestyle, diffusing essential oils should be your choice. We cannot ignore the many benefits provided by dispersing essential oils. Safety: Candles are just not a practical choice for diffusing. Open flames are just too dangerous, especially when you are trying to get…
Linda Shannon-Hills In September and October, the recently formed group, SBR Mending Souls, got to work making 12 more zippered school supplies bags during our Oct. 6 work session. We also had a project focus of making newborn and toddler items. Our members turned in eight knitted and crocheted baby caps, 15 flannel burp cloths, 16…