Please join us for a presentation by Oz Laniado, executive director of StandWithUs and former Israel Defense Forces casualties officer, to learn about what is happening in Israel and how to stop the spread of antisemitism. His presentation, “Geopolitical Challenges in the Middle East, Israel, and the Rise of Antisemitism,” sponsored by the Stand with Israel…
Category: January 2024
Front Page, January 2024
Get Your Hands Dirty: Why You Should Join the Ceramics Club
Helen Avery In a world where everything’s moving at lightning speed, finding a way to slow down and get your hands dirty in something creative is like hitting the reset button. Joining the SaddleBrooke Ceramics Club is like stepping into a world of benefits that go beyond just making cool stuff. It might just be…
Front Page, January 2024
Hiking Club Tackles Blackett’s Ridge
Cathy Meyer In mid-December 2023, six SaddleBrooke hikers tackled Blackett’s Ridge, a challenging trail in the Sabino Canyon area. Though only six miles in length, the trek climbs more than 1,300 feet in a rapid ascent. According to Betty Leavengood’s Tucson Hiking Guide, in 1937 teacher Don Everett of the Southern Arizona School for Boys named Blackett’s…
Generals, January 2024
Dog Park Bliss Amidst the Holiday Bustle
As the holiday season whirled around us, SaddleBrooke residents rediscovered a delightful escape that promised wagging tails, furry camaraderie, and boundless canine joy—the SaddleBrooke Dog Park. Located in the heart of SaddleBrooke TWO, the dog park offered members and pups a break from the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations. Unaffected by the countdown to…
Generals, January 2024
Spring Murder Mystery Play Has Been Cast!
Al Weigel Greetings SaddleBrooke residents and friends! As you are the ones who inspire us, we in Community Circle Players couldn’t be more excited to let you know that by the time you read this, auditions for our spring production of The House of Agatha Mystrie will have been held. The 10-person cast was selected, comprised of…
Generals, January 2024
Preserve Holiday Celebration
Bonnie Barazani On Dec. 3, 150 Preserve residents headed to the MountainView ballroom for an evening of fun, replete with hors d’oeuvres, a dinner of either salmon or prime rib, and lots of dancing to live music by Chuck Moses. A fabulous time was had by all.
Sports, January 2024
Major Events Highlight December MPMGA Schedule
Jim Grosjean The MPMGA closed out its 2023 golf season with two highly anticipated events: the Winter Bash and the Club Championship. The MPMGA Club Championship took place on Dec. 11 and 14. Unfortunately, the MountainView front nine remains closed until the spring, requiring both rounds of the championship to be played on The Preserve…
Generals, January 2024
Jewish Community Hosts Pima Court Juvenile Advocate
Northwest Tucson Jewish Community will host Carrie Jacobi, volunteer Victim Advocate for the Juvenile Court of Pima County, on Jan. 18 at a lunch-and-learn event from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Post Workspaces, 7400 North Oracle Road, Tucson, Ariz. Space is limited. The cost is $18. Registration is at [email protected]. Jacobi will speak about her…
Generals, January 2024
Recreation and Activities Fair January 20
Candy Armstrong, Fitness, Wellness and Recreation Committee Mark your calendars for the 2024 Recreation and Activities Fair on Saturday, Jan. 20, in the SaddleBrooke TWO MountainView Ballroom. The event will run from 8 to 11 a.m. We will be highlighting clubs and organizations that offer fun and educational activities within SaddleBrooke. Do you want to…
Clubs & Classes, January 2024
SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club – January 2024
Learn Something New in the New Year! Diana Wille The SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club (SBDC) provides free dance lessons, with a different type of dance every month. These lessons provide fun, socialization, and exercise. What a wonderful way to start the new year! February classes will be West Coast Swing, taught by Dave Poferl and…