TJ Duffy “It was very informative to learn more about the University of Arizona Cancer Research Center. We are very fortunate to have this valuable resource in our community.” —Sharon Gartner, SaddleBrooke Tennis Club (STC) Director at Large SaddleBrooke once again played host to a multi-faceted fundraising event in the fight against skin cancer. The event…
Bruce Kistler Those of you who attended the SaddleBrooke Barbershop Chorus concert on Dec. 7 were treated to a fantastic musical experience that included wonderful Christmas selections from different groups of the Tucson Barbershop eXperience, enthusiastic singing from our own Chorus and Desert Blend quartet, and exquisite barbershop harmonies from the Vocalocity quartet. The tribute…
The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) held their annual meeting on Dec. 16. Annual reports and elections for 2023 board members were a part of the agenda. Because this article is submitted to our newspapers prior to Dec. 16, election results and action items aren’t listed. IJSS begins the new year with services, which…
Bob Simpson Some things change; some don’t. SaddleBrooke drivers exiting via SaddleBrooke Boulevard see a new landmark on the great valley landscape below the Tortolita Mountains. Appearing, depending on the light, as a dark gray or shiny silver slash embedded in the desert floor, the Chirreon solar photovoltaic power plant’s 90 acres should power about…
Twink Gates, British Club Publicity On Dec. 4, 22 members and one guest of the British Club enjoyed a Ladies and Gentlemen’s Christmas coffee morning at the home of Twink Gates-Zimdar and Bob Zimdar. Freshly baked mince pies, sausage rolls, quiche, a cheese plate, cold cuts, nuts, olives and water crackers, coconut macaroons, Belgium chocolate…
Dee Berisha Women On Our Own (WOOO) of SaddleBrooke celebrated the holidays on our third Wednesday Dine Around at one of our favorite dining spots, Wild Garlic Restaurant in Tucson. We enjoyed a large variety of menu options and marveled as the Wild Garlic wait staff showcased their talents by describing the many entrees available…
Who We Are: We are SaddleBrooke residents who recognize the need in our community for a caring place of support and education for those experiencing hearing loss and those beginning to research this topic for themselves or a loved one. What We Do: (1) Discuss issues we face, learn tips and solutions, receive handout educational…
Barbara Starrett SaddleBrooke Freethinkers are proud to have Dean Lori Poloni-Staudinger, PhD, of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Arizona speak on “Gender and Political Violence” on Sunday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m. at the DesertView Theater, with admission starting at 1:45 p.m. This talk explores myriad ways gender intersects…
Stuart Watkins Gerry and Jill Nolin held a gathering at their home in Unit 15 to watch the Christmas Golf Car Parade. Nearby neighbors and friends in Unit 15 enjoyed treats inside and by the outdoor fire while waiting for the parade. Everyone went outside and cheered the golf cars as they wound their way…
Michael and Laurie Lien We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season, and may you all have a safe and healthy 2023. The Red Cross goals for 2023 are simple: collect as much blood as possible. We had a record year in SaddleBrooke blood drives, thanks to our wonderful donors and volunteers. As a result,…