Become a SBCO office volunteer Pat Andrea Looking for a local volunteering opportunity with flexible hours and a chance to meet new people? Working in the SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) office might be the right choice for you. The SBCO office is located in Suite L (next door to the dental office) in the SaddleBrooke…
Category: January 2019
Features, January 2019
SaddleBrooke Photographer of the Month – Mark Guinn
Barbara Wilder and Mark Guinn Most of us have moved here from some other state, so it was like going home to see Mark’s slideshow at the December general meeting of the SaddleBrooke Photography Club, titled: “Travels to the Midwest.” He started with the concept of finding colored leaves as he left Rapid City, South…
Sports, January 2019
Congratulations to Janey Clausen, 2018 MPWGA Club Champion
Debbie McMullin Janey Clausen shot a two-day total score of 165 (80 at The Preserve on November 13, 2018 and 85 at MountainView on November 14, 2018). With no competitor finishing less than 170, Janey won the MPWGA 2018 Club Championship. This is her third time winning this coveted title, as she was also MPWGA…
Sports, January 2019
Pickleball is a family affair
Ed Mandler, consumate pickleball player and SPA member, shares his love of pickleball with his great grandson, Vinny. Vinny Oliveri turned one year on September 28. Vinny and his parents, Cambria and Vincent Oliveri live in CA. Judy and Ed Mandler can’t wait for Vinny to visit and stop by the SaddleBrooke pickleball courts for…
Generals, January 2019
Senior Village at SaddleBrooke – Neighbors helping Neighbors
Widow or widowers may qualify for lower property taxes Stephanie Thomas Look at your 2018 Property Tax notice. You might be pleasantly surprised to learn that the assessed value of your house (ten percent of the value) could allow you a property tax exemption up to $3,965. Many SaddleBrooke residents bought or built their homes…
Generals, January 2019
Plan to attend forum on February 24
The Social Awareness and Justice Ministry at Santa Catalina Catholic Church is presenting a forum called “Understanding the Plight of the Refugee and Undocumented Immigrants in America.” The forum will be held at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church parish hall at 14380 N Oracle Rd on February 24, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. The following speakers will…
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
Save the date for SaddleBrooke Stargazers presentation
Teresa Greenberg On Sunday, January 13, 2019, Adam Block will be in SaddleBrooke to speak to us about astrophotography. The presentation will be held in the SaddleBrooke One Activity Center at 7:00 p.m. Adam attended the University of Arizona where he studied Astronomy and Physics. After graduation he was hired by Kitt Peak National Observatory…
Sports, January 2019
Alan Mansker finally takes a seat on the train
Front Page, January 2019
SBCO Food Drive March 23rd
On Saturday, March 23, SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) volunteers will gather donations of food and money to support the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) based in Mammoth. TCFB serves needy families living in Mammoth, San Manuel and Oracle. Our community’s donations help to provide monthly emergency food boxes to 338 households (1,092 people). All monetary contributions…
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
STC to host American Heroes Luncheon February 25
Mark your calendars for February 25, 2019 to attend the American Heroes Luncheon, sponsored by SaddleBrooke Troop Support (STS) and their generous donors. Come have a great lunch, hear engaging presentations by two American heroes, and help Tucson-area troops and veterans. American Heroes Luncheon What you get for only $30: a great lunch; keynote speaker…