Barbara Barr Bengen and Patricia Gould In December of 2018, we started the Wellness Integrated Network of SaddleBrooke (WIN). Our goal was to begin an organization that offers education from area professionals on a wide range of subjects on health and wellness. We wanted to help members of our community make informed decisions to proactively…
Barbara Starrett The Tri-Community Food Bank has a meals on wheels service. The agency provides food orders to qualified low-income or disabled seniors who reside in the service area of Oracle, San Manuel, Mammoth, and Aravaipa. Qualified applicants are determined by the Food Bank. Any aid offered is done in partnership with the U.S. Department…
Cindy Holm Julia Boyd, a member of Cyclemasters and recently retired, now has the time to organize bike rides for women who want to experience bicycling outside of SaddleBrooke. The idea was sparked from a “Divas” riding group in Indiana where Julia resides in the summer. After finding interest from the women in Cyclemasters, Julia…
Denise Leonard Dickson Denise Leonard Dickson, 68, died Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, after a brave and dignified months-long battle with a variety of health issues. Denise loved her family deeply, particularly her devoted husband and best friend, Dennis Dickson. She was a rare and gifted combination of exceptional talents, and quiet, calm, thoughtful bearing. The…
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart A new year often signifies a fresh start for many people. For some, this means setting healthy goals. However, some of the health and wellness resolutions chosen are highly restrictive and not attainable, leading most people to break their resolutions. It’s important to make resolutions that can not only improve health but…
Wendy Billingsley Preserve Ladies Who Lunch met for a holiday lunch at Vivace Restaurant on Dec. 5 and at the SaddleBrooke Ranch House Grill on Oct. 30 with a pirate theme. Join Co-chairs Karen Schroeder and Wendy Billingsley for more themed lunches in 2025.
Maitri Sojourner and Bob Allen Are you a plant lover? Do you like plants and want to learn more about all the fascinating varieties here in the Sonoran Desert? Would you like to turn your “brown thumb” green? Would you like to meet new people, help others with their plant challenges, and make a difference…
Your Southeast Pinal County Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 1 p.m. at SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Drive, Oracle, AZ 85623. Join us for this free presentation on “Growing Citrus at High Elevations.” Love your citrus trees but struggling to keep…
Marilee Jensen As 2024 has come to an end, the Tri-Community Food Band (TCFB) Board of Directors would like to extend a big thank you to the many donors, volunteers, and organizations that have assisted in meeting the TCFB mission: “Feeding Neighbors in Southeast Pinal County.” The food bank serves residents in the Copper Corridor…
Susan Kravitz, Director Following a successful debut season in April of 2024, Once Upon a Time Theater has undergone some exciting changes. Foremost, it is now known as Comedy Klatch. The new name reflects its expansion of venue that includes more musical comedy, choreography, and more original satire that specifically relates to a senior population.…