The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke meets the new SPOT Sheila Tuhy Some of us remember when Spot was a dog in the life of Dick and Jane who helped us learn to read. The SPOT introduced to The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke during the January 10 meeting is an acronym for a new vision screener…
Category: February 2019
Generals, February 2019
Senior Village at SaddleBrooke – Neighbors helping Neighbors
Home again service: free meals delivered for post-op/rehab Judy Cummings When told she needed surgery on her shoulder, Connie Wortman proceeded to select her surgeon and make arrangements to have the procedure. However, she was concerned that, since she lived alone, she would have some difficulties with cooking and meal prep after surgery with one…
Generals, February 2019
Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries
Three new upcoming lectures Rolly Prager Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries is pleased to announce three upcoming lectures. All lectures are held at 4:00 p.m. in the MountainView Ballroom. There will be no fee for these lectures. On February 21, we will welcome Barbara Jaquay from the Arizona Humanities Council who will present ‘Father Kino: Journey…
Generals, February 2019
Free nutrition lecture: Transitioning to a plant-based diet
Nancy Teeter, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist If you are interested in making your diet more plant-forward, you should plan to attend my free lecture scheduled for March 6 at 1:00 p.m. in the DesertView Mariposa Room. During the session, you will learn about the health benefits of plant-based diets. Studies show that adherence to a strict…
Clubs & Classes, February 2019
Self Defense with Jujitsu
A new SaddleBrooke club was introduced at the recent Activity Fair: Self Defense with Jujitsu. The club is designed as a discussion and non-lethal demonstrations to deal with “what if” situations. Members are encouraged to join in on the discussions and are invited to participate in the Jujitsu demonstrations as their physical conditions will allow.…
Clubs & Classes, February 2019
Hiking to a stunning sunrise
The Linda Vista Loop is a shaded hike in the foothills of Pusch Peak. Six SaddleBrooke Hiking Club hikers braved the chilly morning (34 degrees) in December to hike the three-mile loop. Hikers enjoyed learning the history of the Pusch Family for whom Pusch Peak is named. Desert Zinnia, some Brittle Bush and Paper Flower…
Features, February 2019
Gift Shop featured artist – George Bone
Mike Sedgwick George Bone’s interest in the craft of refurbishing old walking sticks started when he and his brother, Charlie, were searching for antique tools in Oracle. Restoring old hand tools that he found at auctions had previously been George’s hobby in Indiana and he had owned quite a collection, but gave most of them…
Religion, February 2019
No one does it like CCSB
Carol Thompson I am proud to be a member and contributor to the Community Church at SaddleBrooke (CCSB)! Our membership grants monetary gifts to many local organizations in need: Gospel Rescue Mission, Family First Pregnancy Care Center and Diaper Bank, Youth On Their Own (YOTO), Young Life Capernaum, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Habitat for…
Sports, February 2019
SaddleBrooke Men’s Niners’ Heroes Luncheon
Edwin Sand On a beautiful December day, the SaddleBrooke Men’s Niners golf league held its Heroes Luncheon for members and spouses or significant others. The luncheon was begun seven years ago by Ted Swenson to honor members that had passed away during the year and to thank the wives for all the time allowed to…
Clubs & Classes, February 2019
Photographers learn to manipulate light
Frank Earnest Light is an essential ingredient in the art of photography. Photographers can use natural light, and modify that light with tools called reflectors and diffusers. They may use room lights, photographic lights, flash lights or strobes to illuminate their subjects. In the end, the goal is to learn a variety of lighting techniques…