Mary Jo Bellner Swartberg Ah… time for a “long winter’s rest” after a hectic December. But post-holiday clean-up is a necessity and weekly chores are on-going. And so it was while I was throwing in (as my mother used to say) our laundry, one day when I was dead tired and overwhelmed by seeing all…
Category: February 2019
Clubs & Classes, February 2019
Continuing opportunities for learning this winter and spring
Gail Kolenda, Education Chair Below are the current classes being offered by the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild. The winter–spring session will continue with more special classes including the group book study of The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron that is moderated by Deb Kress. Don’t miss out. Check the Art Classes page at saddlebrookefinearts.org for…
Clubs & Classes, February 2019
SaddleBrooke Singers show will feature jazz through the years
Steph Mattie I can’t believe this is my sixth concert season as a member of the SaddleBrooke Singers. After moving here in May of 2016, this was one of the first groups that I joined. As I reflect on previous shows, I can’t decide which was my favorite because they have all been so varied.…
Generals, February 2019
Prescription drop off program
The prescription drug drop-off program will take place on Tuesday, February 26 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. March drop off dates are March 8 from 10:00 a.m.-noon and March 26 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Drop off your unused prescription drugs at the Pinal County Sheriff’s SaddleBrooke substation located in the Mini Market near Bank of the West. Place…
Features, February 2019
In memory of Sue Thomas
James E. Cox The Lord has called her to his side, and now she will in peace reside. But though in heaven she will rest, her essence in our hearts is guest. Her beauty will not fade away. Her smile will warm us each Friday. On earth we lost a treasured friend, but cords of…
Features, February 2019
New dog at the Ranch
Carole Rossof Please welcome Koda to the Meehan family at SaddleBrooke Ranch. He’s a five-month-old terrier mix with lots of energy, keeping Tricia and Michael on their toes. The Meehans made an inquiry to SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network about adopting a dog the week before Christmas. After SPRN received all specifics of what they were…
Religion, February 2019
CCSB Easter Cantata scheduled for April 14
Carol Thompson Under the direction of Ron Aeschliman, the Community Church at SaddleBrooke (CCSB) choir performed its first time ever Christmas Cantata to a DesertView Performing Arts Theatre audience of approximately 475 on December 9 in SaddleBrooke. Those in attendance received a spiritual blessing through the music and responded with a standing ovation. Following the…
Generals, February 2019
Residents enjoyed holiday musical by The Rhythm Gang Big Band of Tucson
Marie Lopez Once again, The Rhythm Gang Big Band of Tucson was invited to The Fountains at La Cholla for an afternoon of holiday musical enjoyment. Under the direction of Ed Sand, The Rhythm Gang entertained the residents to big band era songs along with holiday tunes. The Fountains at La Cholla residents loved having…
Clubs & Classes, February 2019
Energy of stones
The SaddleBrooke Metaphysical Study Group will be sponsoring a presentation by Dr. Jill Jacobson on March 13, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., in the SaddleBrooke One Activity Center. Dr. Jill Jacobson is a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in health psychology. She has lived in many countries where she was exposed to alternate forms…
Generals, February 2019
The Preserve adopts military families
Ann Lange For the eighth year The Preserve (Units 42, 43 and 45) continued to thank and celebrate local military families by giving personalized gifts to children and families gift cards. Each year, Social Chair Bonnie Barazani coordinates with local military commanders from various service branches to identify the families and children who can most…