Suzanne Marlatt Stewart There is a saying: “There are many paths to the mountain top.” For me I believe that means honoring all spiritual practices and the diversity of all paths leads to enlightenment. Unity honors the universal truths in all religions and believes that different religions are like spokes on a wheel, with the…
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January 2026, Religion
Congregation B’nai Midbar at SaddleBrooke – January 2026
We Greet the New Year with Happiness, Events, and Undertakings Melanie Einbund At the special invitation from Rabbi Price, we welcomed Rabbi Sanford Seltzer, Emeritus to our pulpit once again! Rabbi Seltzer spoke at our Shabbat Services on Dec. 19, 2025. A scholar par excellence, Rabbi Seltzer shared his thoughts with us. Honoring our 29…
January 2026, Generals
Library Committee Announces First Book in “Read America 250” Program
Karen Daly Peltier The Saddlebrooke Ranch Library Volunteer Committee announced in December the “Read America 250” Program for 2026, to coincide with the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Committee will choose three books, which will be followed by a discussion session on a future date. All…
January 2026, Generals
The Plight of the Homeless and Poor Presentation February 22
Did you know that there are approximately 2,200 homeless individuals in Tucson? There has been an increase in homelessness in recent years, which has been primarily driven by the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, including rising housing and living costs, job loss, and the end of the eviction moratorium. Other significant issues include mental illness…
Generals, January 2026
Oracle Schools Foundation – January 2026

Donating to the Oracle Schools Foundation Can Help You Reduce Your Arizona Income Taxes Dale Farland Would you like to reduce your Arizona Income Taxes and help a local charity as well? Well, the Oracle Schools Foundation (OSF) is designated as an Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization (AZQCO). What does AZQCO mean to you? It provides…
January 2026, Generals
Performance Group Happening in SaddleBrooke!
Melanie Einbund Comedy Klatch is an experimental performance group currently rehearsing for its debut in SaddleBrooke. Act 1 features “Little Red Through the TIme Warp Portal,” followed by a series of comedy sketches and musical parodies in Act 2. Did you ever walk through a gate that sends you to a different world, reality, illusion? Sitting through…
January 2026, Generals
Oracle Piano Society January Concert
The Oracle Piano Society presents Vitaly Starikov, the Silver Medalist of the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, on Jan. 25, from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Oracle Center for the Arts, 700 E. Kingston St., Oracle, Ariz. Tickets are $35 and available online at events.humanitix.com/signature-series-vii-vitaly-starikov-2025-cliburn-competition-silver-medalist or at the door. Showing in the gallery is…
January 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings Upcoming Year

Dawn A. Walker SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings (SBWS) ended 2025 with “Whimsical Winter Concert” on Dec. 20. If you missed out, here are upcoming opportunities to hear our community ensemble: March 8, 2026: Vista De La Montana United Methodist Church, 2 p.m. April 18, 2026: DesertView Performing Arts Center, 6 p.m. Learn more at saddlebrookewindsandstrings.org.…
January 2026, Generals
You’ve Got a Friend
SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors Moving into a new community can be challenging—not just the unpacking of boxes but meeting new people. SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Neighbors Helping Neighbors hosts morning gatherings to meet other neighbors in the community. Join us on Monday, Jan. 12, and Monday, Jan. 26, at 10 a.m. in La Mesa/Montana rooms located…
Generals, January 2026
Health & Wellness Fair Is 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. SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors is hosting the third SBR Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday,…
