Shabbat services are led by Rabbi Daniel Price. Shabbat services (7 p.m.) are Feb. 20, March 20, and April 17. Oneg celebrations. If you would like to sponsor an Oneg contact Marcia Gilbert (marciagilbert@gmail.com). An Oneg is a mitzvah (good deed) to celebrate and sponsor a special occasion, memory, or an honor. Volunteers are needed…
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February 2026, Religion
Experience the Season of Lent at Vista UMC
Rev. Mary Dotson The season of Lent begins Wednesday, Feb. 18. Traditionally, Lent has been 40 days of solemnly considering the areas in our lives that are not living up to our calling as followers of Christ. Although I believe reflection is important in our spiritual walk this year. We will look at how Jesus’ life…
February 2026, Generals
The Tributaries Are Returning!
Barry Swartzberg The Tributaries are returning to the DesertView in a Benefit for the Oracle Schools Foundation on April 13. Tickets are going fast … so do not miss your chance to see and hear this awesome group! Last March, the Tributaries rocked the DesertView Theatre, playing to a sold-out auditorium for over two hours…
February 2026, Generals
A Fun Fall Festival
Ann Vernon The talent in our SaddleBrooke communities never ceases to amaze me, and that talent was very evident at a “fun fall festival” that was held at the home of Mary Jo and Barry Swartzberg, co-hosted by Sue Schliepsiek and Ann Vernon. Mary Jo had invited 11 artists to showcase their jewelry, mosaic pieces,…
February 2026, Generals
ARTwalk Studio Tours Coming in April!
Diane Verkuylen-Murphy Art is alive and thriving in our community. Would you like to tour SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) home studios and meet resident artists? The 2026 Spring ARTwalk studio tours will be coming soon. If you’re new to the community and want to enhance your new home with original art or if you just need…
February 2026, Generals
Library Committee Announces Books and Dates for the Read America 250 Program and Raffle
Karen Daly Peltier The Saddlebrooke Ranch Library Committee has announced the three books for the Read America 250 Program. The program, which celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, will start with the book “Declaration: The Nine Tumultuous Weeks When America Became Independent, May 1 – July 4, 1776,” by…
February 2026, Generals
Free Concert Presented by SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings
Dawn A. Walker SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings (SBWS) will be performing at Vista De La Montana United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m. The theme is “Music That Moves Us.” We’ll play dance music, and music about moving/ travelling, including Gustav Holst’s “Second Suite in F” and “Simple Gifts: Four Shaker Songs” by…
February 2026, Generals
A Celebratory First: World-Class Music Comes To SBR
Nancy Eisenstein The Oracle Piano Society had its inaugural home performance on Dec. 13, 2025, at the home of Ben and Nancy Eisenstein. Prize winning group Duo Prism, consisting of world-renowned musicians Rieko Aizawa on piano and Jesse Mill on violin, performed. Champagne and hors d’oeuvres were served. The objective was to raise awareness of…
February 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Ranch Blood Drive: Saturday, April 4 at The Ranch House
Please join SaddleBrooke Ranch and The American Red Cross on Saturday, April 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…
February 2026, Generals
Mark Your Calendars: SBR Health & Wellness Fair March 28
Linda Shannon-Hills, SBR Health & Wellness Fair Committee The Ranch is a very active and friendly community, but more and more residents are finding they need to find medical resources to maintain, improve, and thrive in their health and wellness. SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Neighbors Helping Neighbors is hosting the third SBR Health & Wellness Fair…