Connie Kotke, Publicity Chair Whether you’re a seasoned artist or simply wanting to try something new, winter is the perfect time to enjoy art classes sponsored by the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild. Hop in your golf cart and head over to the Topaz Room (conveniently located at the Arts and Crafts Center adjacent to the…
Christoph Klomp Sept. 8, 1938, to Nov. 17, 2022 Chris and Ruthie moved to SaddleBrooke from Seattle in 2005. They both enjoyed their home, the weather, and new SaddleBrooke friends. Every year they became happier with their lives here. They were fortunate to find a home that would have a space for Chris’ grand piano.…
Stuart Watkins The SaddleBrooke Chess Club meets two times a week for friendly gatherings of chess players who have different skill levels. On Mondays players meet at the SaddleBrooke TWO clubhouse in the Ocotillo Room from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday meetings are held at the SaddleBrooke One clubhouse from 6 to 8 p.m. in…
Bonnie J. Buntain During December, Gays, Lesbians, and Allies at SaddleBrooke (GLAAS) held a gift drive and a donation event for the Thornhill Lopez Center on 4th Street of Tucson, a part of the nonprofit organization SAAF. The youth center provides a safe environment for LGBTQ+ and allied youth ages 13 through 24 to visit to…
Diana Wille According to a 25-year study, the No. 1 activity for seniors’ brain and body health is ballroom dancing. Yes, a fun activity is really good for us, too! Why? Because dancing engages us physically with repetitive movements, requires us to think ahead, and creates a social environment. That’s three of the four top things…
Lt. j.g. David R. Bull, USNR, Former On the morning of Dec. 17, 2022, representatives of the Catalina Mountains Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) joined hundreds of other veterans, their families, and various veterans service organizations in support of the Wreaths Across America (WAA) program and ceremony held at the…
Bruce Hale Bob Shea will be our featured speaker at the Wednesday, Jan. 18, SaddleBrooke Hiking Club (SBHC) meeting and program. His topic is “Hiking and Exploring the Four Corners Region.” He and his wife Peggy have been active members of the club since moving to SaddleBrooke in 2007. He has given four previous presentations…
Lori Anderson The SaddleBrooke Singles Club found many ways to celebrate the holiday season, kicking it off with a party on Dec. 9. The party was held at SaddleBrooke One’s RoadRunner Café and was attended by more than 40 members. The staff did a fine job with the festivities, and the food was delicious. Dinner…
Kathy Booher Are you a seasoned detective in genealogy research or just beginning your journey into the past? The Genealogy Club is a group of inquisitive-minded folks who are searching for the answers to “Where did I come from?” Club dues are $15 per year (check or exact change), and new members are welcome to…
Linda Rosenkrans Promenade sunrise Forward side together swans One, two, three—sunset. “The only way to rise after a fall is to dance your way up.” —Anonymous