Jerri Wunder Sept. 16: Oregon Pinot Noir Tasting This one is best summarized in this scene from the iconic movie, “Sideways”: What is it about Pinot Noir? “It’s thin skinned, temperamental, ripens early. It’s not a survivor like Cabernet that can grow anywhere and thrive even when neglected. Pinot needs constant care and attention and…
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Generals, September 2025
All Texans Are Invited to the Texas Club Hoedown!
Mary Kay Voss Well howdy, friends! Dust off yer boots and mosey on over! If you were blessed to have lived in Texas, at any time and any length of time, wrangle up your hats and boots, ‘cause you’re officially invited to the Texas Club Hoedown. It promises to be a rootin’-tootin’ good time where…
Generals, September 2025
Oracle Schools Foundation – September 2025
What Do You Know About Making Wine? Ann Vernon Maybe not as much as you think! Recently, eight guests were treated to an incredible immersion into the world of wine by David and Kathleen Eaton, owners of a boutique winery located in The Preserve. The Eatons, formerly from Seattle, walked their guests through the entire…
September 2025, Generals
Travel Talk Tuesday Is Back and We’re Going to the South Pacific
Arlene Wong Travel Talk Tuesday (TTT) was created during 2024 by SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) residents for the benefit and enrichment of other SBR residents. It is an informal club (we do not collect dues) and currently we have well over 200 members. Residents can learn about our presentations by accessing Team Reach, SBR Facebook and…
Generals, September 2025
‘Five Shorts With Shortcake’ Auditions for Fall Production
Connie Ward Auditions for Community Circle Players (CCP) Five Shorts With Shortcake—a production of five plays, that range from 8 to 30 minutes—will be held Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 15 and 16, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the MountainView Ballroom West. Please plan to attend both days, and feel free to audition for…
September 2025, Generals
Celebrate the Rhythm of Life with Voices in the Oaks
Lu Legel The Voices in the Oaks fall season is in full swing and we are proud to announce our concert theme, the Rhythm of Life. Our chorale, under the new direction of Omaris Torres-Frey, is thriving and staying busy learning the fun and diverse music we will sing for you this fall. Come to…
September 2025, Generals
SaddleBrooke Ranch ARTwalk Coming in October
Diane Verkuylen-Murphy Art is alive and thriving in our community. Would you like to tour our home studios and meet the resident artists? The 2025 Fall ARTwalk tours will be coming soon. Mark your calendar for this extra special event: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18-19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 90 accomplished resident artists…
September 2025, Generals
SaddleBrooke Ranch Blood Drive: Saturday, October 4 at The Ranch House
Please join SaddleBrooke Ranch and The American Red Cross on Saturday, Oct. 4, 7 a.m. to noon, at The Ranch House Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623. To make an appointment, go to: redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=saddlebrookeranch. You will need either the Red Cross Blood Donor App or a form of ID to register at…
September 2025, Front Page
Get Involved and Find Purpose With Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Linda Shannon-Hills and Neighbors Helping Neighbors If you’re looking to meet new people at the Ranch, interested in helping others and finding a purpose, volunteering may be a good option. When you volunteer, you have the opportunity to make a true difference in the lives of others in our community. Learning about the benefits of…
September 2025, Front Page
Fresh Vegetables for IMPACT Food Bank
George Van Ess Attention SaddleBrooke Ranch gardeners! The SaddleBrooke Ranch HOA and Robson Communities have donated 10 raised beds to be utilized for growing vegetables for the IMPACT of Southern Arizona food bank, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. We have received donations from Ace Hardware, Home Depot, ARBICO Organics, and Tractor Supply providing much of what…