Oracle School District

Sebastian Pinedo and Aubrey Swick, seventh grade students at Mountain Vista K-8 School in Oracle, Arizona are attending the A+ Summer Middle School Institute at Stanford University this June 23-28, 2019. The A+ Summer Middle School Institute immerses students in an environment that encourages advanced thinking, problem solving and creativity. Both Sebastian and Aubrey will…

Putters new rule means more monthly rewards

Camille Esterman At the April general meeting, members of the Ranchette Putters voted to use the USGA handicap system and double the number of monthly awards. Gross scores will still be used to recognize putters with the first, second and third lowest averages each month. The club values the talent and consistency demonstrated by our…

ShelterBox USA executive visits Rotary

Phil Barney Dr. Don Jorgenson, Former Executive Board member of ShelterBox, USA and the 2018 recipient of the Presidents Volunteer Service Award from Donald Trump, was the guest speaker at the March 21, 2019, meeting of the Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke. Don spoke about the recent missions to locations the Red Cross does not service.…

Putters announce April winners

Camille Esterman Chilly, windy and misty weather in April often greeted the Ranchette Putters as they began their weekly rounds of putting. The club however overcame weather obstacles and takes pride in announcing this month’s winners for the most holes in one (six or more) and the first, second and third lowest average scores. Five…

Save the date for the SBR ARTwalk November 9

The sixth annual SBR ARTwalk, Saturday, November 9, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., is an open-studio tour to introduce SaddleBrooke Ranch residents to the talented artists that live within our community. The event invites SaddleBrooke Ranch residents to stroll, cart or drive to the various art studios or spaces to meet the artists and…

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Louise Grabell The key to successful gardening lies in how well you take care of your plants. They’ll need your attention when it comes to fertilization. When the question is posed, “How Does Your Garden Grow?” you should have a good answer! My garden grows just fine. The flowers are happy, the citrus trees are…