Gail Blizard Word for the day: Tapas (cover) January Did you know that tapas were originally pieces of bread or ham set atop your wine glass to keep out the flies? Over time, they became more elaborate, until they were dishes unto themselves. After we enjoyed a tapas-style potluck supper, Drs. Ann and Nile Vernon…
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Clubs & Classes, February 2022
John Wayne and Hopalong Cassidy Danced with Us
Richard Martin You’ll find this hard to believe, but John Wayne and Hopalong Cassidy (along with Topper) joined us for our Jan. 2 square at the Cadillac Chaparral Steakhouse! When I asked “Hoppy” if he had any words of wisdom to share with my fellow square dancers, he said that he has learned over the…
Clubs & Classes, February 2022
Catalina Mountain Elks’ Christmas Gifts for Veterans
As of Dec. 20, 2021, our donations for veterans have totaled $123,822 for our lodge year! Included in our total donation is $4,129 for new, warm clothes and food for our homeless veterans. Every year, the Veterans Committee is asked to shop for veterans living at the Arizona State Veterans Home on the VA Campus.…
Clubs & Classes, February 2022
Republican Club Candidates Scheduled
Douglas Wolf This coming November, all statewide political offices are on the ballot, plus a United States Senate race. Arizona primary voting is Aug. 2, which will determine the final candidate slate. The SaddleBrooke Republican Club will be hosting Republican candidates on the following dates: Tuesday, Feb. 8: Matt Salmon, candidate for governor; Lacy Cooper, candidate…
Clubs & Classes, February 2022
Genealogy Club to Meet March 3
Kathy Booher Are you a seasoned detective in genealogy research or just beginning your journey into the past? The Genealogy Club is a group of inquisitive-minded folks who are searching for the answers to “where did I come from?” The group meets the first Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. in the Coyote Room…