Category: March 2023

March Blood Drive

Michael and Laurie Lien First, we would like to thank everyone who participated in the January blood drive. It was the best turnout we have ever had. Usually, we have about 10% no-shows, but this time, only four people did not show. That is a fantastic turnout. As a result, we again topped our blood…

From the Tucson Festival of Books to You

Renee Mazin A hallmark event at the University of Arizona is the Tucson Festival of Books. This year it was March 4 and 5. Didn’t go? Attended? Want to read some books you learned about? We’ve got you covered! SaddleBrooke Community Libraries has works by 30 authors and more than 200 books featured at this year’s festival.…

Congressman Juan Ciscomani Visits SaddleBrooke

The SaddleBrooke Republican Club (SBRC) was honored to have Congressman Juan Ciscomani speak on Valentine’s Day to the SaddleBrooke Republican Club. He acknowledged us as his good friends and thanked SaddleBrooke for the support he received during the campaign. Highlights of His Address Attendees of the meeting heard firsthand about his historical selection to be…

Register Now for Art & Wine Event

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…

SaddleBrooke Democrats Honor Tom O’Halleran

Hollace Lyon This year’s SaddleBrooke Democratic Club (SBDC) annual dinner was an opportunity for SaddleBrookers to thank Congressman Tom O’Halleran for his service. Joining in the festivities were Congressman and U.S. Senate candidate Ruben Gallego and Tucson’s famous cartoonist David Fitzsimmons. O’Halleran served as a Chicago police officer and later as a Republican in the…

Congratulations, State Medallion Qualifiers! Very Exciting

Eileen J. Snearly There were two teams from MountainView Preserve Lady Niners (MPLN) who competed in the State Medallion Competition. This tournament was held at Oakwood Country Club, Sun Lakes, on Jan. 13 with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. The MPLN league reimbursed each member of the qualifying team for hotel, meals, and transportation. This…

Preserve Men’s Luncheon

Tim Gaule Fifteen Men from The Preserve enjoyed lunch on Feb. 24. This month we met at The Preserve restaurant. Our waitress Kayla did a terrific job of serving meals and drinks to 15 hungry and thirsty guys. I would give my meal a rating of 5 stars. Our group always enjoys meeting for lunch…

MPWGA at the 2023 SaddleBrooke Activity Fair

Denise Cashmore The MountainView/Preserve Women’s Golf Association (MPWGA) was well represented at the 2023 SaddleBrooke Activity Fair. Welcome to new (and future) members, including Sandi Cooper (previously handicap only), Lynda Coville (new winter resident), Dawn Roarty (new full-time resident), Connie Ward (previously handicap only), Roxanne Worthy (new to golf), Jill Martell (new full-time resident), and…