Stuart Watkins When I heard about Produce on Wheels Without Waste, or POWWOW, I asked Dan Boring, a Vista United Methodist Church member, for more information. He explained that seasonal produce that crosses the border at Nogales, Ariz., is donated to Borderlands on the second Saturday of each month. Borderlands then delivers the produce to…
Category: January 2024
Clubs & Classes, January 2024
Sonoran Singers
Georgie Hourigan Sonoran Singers have had a busy season. We have sung for Senior Village, Catalina Catholic Church, and a few assisted living places. We are a women’s choral group singing in three-part harmony: soprano, second soprano, and alto (sometimes second alto). We enjoy performing for our audiences and find much pleasure in our popular songs, some…
Sports, January 2024
Folds of Honor Golf
EJ Snearly Founded in 2007, the Folds of Honor mission is to provide educational scholarships to the spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service members. Their motto says it best: Honor their Sacrifice. Educate their Legacy. On Nov. 13 the Folds of Honor golf tournament was held at the SaddleBrooke One golf courses.…
Generals, January 2024
Senior Village at SaddleBrooke – January 2024
Spring Recycling Event Collects Clutter and Promotes Sustainability Anne Quinn-Diment, Senior Village As the winter chill wanes and signs of spring emerge, the residents of SaddleBrooke will gear up for an annual spring-cleaning ritual. Helping to foster a cleaner and greener community, Senior Village will present the 2024 Electronics & Hazardous Waste Recycling Event on…
Generals, January 2024
Horseback Riding—A Hidden Gem in Catalina State Park
Barbara Miller If you’re looking for adventure in a secluded, tranquil place, you’ll find it at Rancho de Los Cerros. This 10-acre ranch is the only private property within the Catalina State Park and offers guided horseback riding for novice and experienced riders alike. Recently, our SaddleBrooke Gadabouts group in The Preserve enjoyed a two-hour…
Front Page, January 2024
Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke Teams Up to Play Santa’s Helpers
Barbara Barr Bengen The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke teamed up with IMPACT of Southern Arizona, Oracle Community Center (OCC), Bubb’s Grub, Home Instead, and Manny Herrera to bring Christmas to 88 seniors and those sick at home in the Copper Corridor. It took a team to produce a complete Christmas dinner, music, singing, dancing, and gifts.…
Generals, January 2024
Musical Duo Comes Full Circle at Free February Concert
Nancy Carlson Bruce and Nancy Carlson have been singing together since 1966 when they met at college. Now older (much older!), they’re still making music together. With a new name, Acoustic West, Bruce and Nancy will perform a free concert on Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Sol Ballroom. Some of you may recall…
January 2024, Features
On Being Resolute About Resolutions!
Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg New year! New you! Another go-around with New Year’s resolutions! Or not? Generally, it is a slippery slope when one makes a New Year’s resolution and then tries to adhere to it during the 365 days ahead. But before you read further, think about what you have chosen for a resolution…
Sports, January 2024
Monday Mixers—The Fun Continues!
Nicholas T. Mares Monday Mixers is enjoying a great season of mixed-putting fun. Couples, singles, and all SaddleBrooke residents are welcome. We putt on Monday afternoons at the SaddleBrooke One putting green. Sign-up starts at 3 p.m., with each tournament starting at 3:30 p.m. Come meet your SaddleBrooke neighbors. There is still loads of time…
Generals, January 2024
Golden Goose Volunteer Truckers Needed—No Experience Required
Friendly co-workers, self-scheduling, morning hours. The Golden Goose Thrift Shop gifts 100% of its profits equally between SaddleBrooke Community Outreach and IMPACT of Southern Arizona, serving local children, seniors, and families in need, including those in the Copper Corridor. Helping others while working with like-minded individuals can bring you increased health, energy, a sense of well-being,…