Melanie Einbund The celebration of Havdalah (a separation of Shabbat to welcome the new week) was hosted by Joy and Bill Erickson. Rabbi Price spoke to the meaning and symbolism of the service. As I looked upon the several (about 50) faces there were smiles and gladness as we chanted prayers, passed the wine and…
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November 2024
The Season of Atonement—or At-One-Ment
The growing community of Jewish residents at SaddleBrooke Ranch experienced our holiest days of the year, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, in October. Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, began this year at sundown on Oct. 2. The traditional greeting on this day is to wish one another a good, sweet year with all our heart—because that is…
November 2024, Religion
United Women of Faith at Vista UMC Support Local Women and Families
Sharon Scanlan and Amy Butkovich United Women in Faith, at Vista de la Montana United Methodist Church (UMC), have two very important mission projects coming up to support women and families in Tucson and neighboring communities. They will assemble Children’s Art Packs on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at the church. These packs consist of art supplies…
November 2024, Religion
“Waiting for Christmas” Celebrates the Heart of the Season
A Christmas musical presentation, “Waiting For Christmas,” is coming to the DesertView Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 9 a.m. Mrs. Ruth Rehm will be directing the Joyful Voices Choir of Community Church at SaddleBrooke. This Christmas presentation features a heartwarming story of a young girl who is writing to her “Nana.” She is…
November 2024, Religion
Community Church at SaddleBrooke Advent Celebration

Terry Barringer One of the most anticipated events of the Christmas season for the women of Community Church at SaddleBrooke and their friends and neighbors in SaddleBrooke, SaddleBrooke Ranch, and surrounding communities has been the Advent Celebration hosted by the Women’s Ministry. This special program has become a local annual tradition for the past 20…
November 2024, Features
Welcome Newcomers: Newcomers Welcome Gathering Is December 4
Linda Shannon-Hills Don’t be overwhelmed with moving to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). It’s a new community, new state, new home … “Where do I find all the information to make settling into this new community easier?” Come to the Newcomers Welcome gathering on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Come at 2:30 p.m., to have your photograph taken for…
November 2024, Front Page
Cheers to the Holidays

Andrea Cothran The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Mixology Club members were celebrating early at our “Cheers to the Holidays” event! It was a huge success and we had so much fun learning how to make the “Drunken Peanut Butter Cup,” the “Apple Cider Margarita,” and “Santa’s Hat.” We are looking forward to impressing our guests this…
November 2024, Front Page
Glass Captures the Spirit

Claudia Knauss As the holidays approach, unique ornaments are a perfect way to capture the heart and personalize our gift giving. Having a party? Why not lay out a variety of handmade ornaments for friends to help decorate your tree? Or, set up a tree stand to display a collection of your favorite ornaments. The…
November 2024, Generals
Tri-Community Food Bank Is an Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization
Marilee Jensen Did you know the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) is an Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization that allows taxpayers to receive state tax credits for monetary contributions? The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit is available to taxpayers for contributions to Qualifying Charitable Organizations that provide immediate basic needs to residents of Arizona such as food, clothing,…
November 2024, Generals
Master Gardeners – November 2024
Uncommon and Unusual Cactus and Succulents Your Southeast Pinal County Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. at SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle AZ 85623. Join us as we welcome back Mark Sitter from B & B Cactus Farm…