Ann Vernon Mark Saturday, March 11, on your calendar now! You won’t want to miss the Oracle Schools Foundation (OSF) Spring Fling Gala/Auction because: 1. You believe that early childhood education is the key to success later in life. 2. You agree with the OSF’s commitment to support preschool and other educational programs at the…
Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg Perhaps we all remember when, in elementary school, we received Valentines from friends. And we absolutely knew that receiving a Valentine meant you were special. Perhaps times have not changed … as, even now, receiving a Valentine does carry with it a sense of … I was thought of today. Receiving…
Stuart Watkins The Arizona State Poetry Society (ASPS) held its annual convention at the Pima Community College West Campus, and many SaddleBrooke Poetry Writers Group members attended and participated. Stuart Watkins sponsored the Cowboy Poetry Contest, which was one of the 17 categories in the ASPS annual contest. The winner of this Cowboy Poetry Contest was…
Miles Bivens I’m 12 years old now, but ever since I can remember, my grandma has been a champion athlete. Grandma Karin became a member of the SaddleBrooke Swim Club when it first formed, under Coach Doug Springer, in order to train for Ironman triathlon competitions, which are comprised of three events: swimming, biking, and…
Connie Kotke, Publicity Chair The next popular Art & Wine Event, sponsored by the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild, is set for Saturday, March 25, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Activity Center (64518 E. Galveston in SaddleBrooke One). Join your friends and neighbors to complete a western-themed painting featuring cowboy boots and cacti while…
Former Governor Scott Walker will speak to the SaddleBrooke Republican Club (SBRC) on Wednesday, March 8. His topic will be “Persist in the Fight for Freedom.” Governor Walker will discuss Young America’s Foundation’s (YAF) mission to introduce thousands of America’s youths to the ideas of individual freedom, a strong national defense, free enterprise, and traditional values. Governor…
Laurie Foster and Sheilah Britton, Pinal County Master Gardeners * Demo Day at SaddleBrooke Ranch Community Garden will be held Wednesday, March 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. Join us at the SaddleBrooke Ranch Community Garden for demonstrations in working gardens, including amending soil, irrigation, planting spring vegetables, planting from seeds, when and how to…
Linda Lyon Friends of Pinal Animal Shelter and Rescues is a 501(c)(3) that assists Pinal County Animal Care and Control (PCACC) and their supporting rescue organizations by funding lifesaving veterinary care, training, and supplies necessary to enhance quality of life and adoptability. Established in early 2020 by SaddleBrooke resident Mera Laureys, Friends of Pinal (FoP)…
Today’s square dancing is a far cry from the simple, repetitive steps used decades ago in grade school P.E. classes. It’s lively, friendly, fun, and provides both physical exercise and mental stimulation in a drug- and alcohol-free environment. Gone are the fiddlers and live bands, replaced by sophisticated sound systems and recorded music. The barns…
Romayne Trudo In December 2022, Denise and Joe Kasile lost their cherished Yorkie-terrier mix named Darla. They were devastated, as was their other pup Rascal. He had lost his pal and playmate. Denise and Joe contacted SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network asking for assistance in finding another pup. Sometimes the universe gives us what we need…