Category: March 2024

Taking a Stance

Tim Malone When was the last time you took a stance on something? Stance is a versatile word that can add depth and precision to any position you might take. Take softball—a stance extends beyond its literal meaning, making it a valuable tool for batters. “Be sure to put your feet in the right place,…

Chess Club Puzzle of the Month

Greg Hlushko The SaddleBrooke Chess Club has players of various experience levels, and we play in a casual, friendly environment for fun. Chess is a great game that can help keep your mind sharp and improve your concentration. We play in the Ocotillo Room in the SaddleBrooke TWO Clubhouse from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on…

SaddleBrooke WWII Roundtable Recap So Far

Larry Linderman At its February meeting, 99 Roundtable members watched in awe as SaddleBrooke resident Steve White related his uncle Nick’s experiences in the Battle of Iwo Jima from February through March of 1945. I’m sure not a single person in the audience wasn’t moved as Steve slowly and deliberately went over the battle from…

Crested Saguaro Quest with Harry Ford

Diana Smith Please join the SaddleBrooke Hiking Club on Wednesday, April 24, at 4 p.m. in the SaddleBrooke One Activity Center for a fascinating presentation on crested saguaros, by resident Harry Ford. Best described as an adventurer and photographer, Ford discovered his first crested saguaro in 2007 while bushwhacking in the Santa Catalina Mountains. He then…

2024 SaddleBrooke HOA 1 and 2 Men’s Niners Tournament

Steve Kotke After a hiatus of several years, the Men’s Nine Hole Leagues from MountainView and SaddleBrooke One have again joined together for tournaments at each league’s course. There was a mixed scramble of players from both HOAs on each team who played on Tuesday, Feb. 20, at the MountainView course and on Wednesday, Feb.…

Happy Tail: Joyful Joy Two

Romayne Trudo SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network (SBPRN) received a call from longtime residents Dick and Judy Kroese who were asking for assistance with adopting a small dog. They had lost their little buddy a while ago and were realizing how much they missed having a companion to shower with love and affection. A volunteer guided…

Rad Trucks and Retro Vibes!

Get ready to step into a time capsule of ’80s and ’90s vibes at the 3rd Annual Classic Truck Show (’98 and older) in downtown Chandler, Ariz., set to take place at 125 E Commonwealth Place on March 23 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year, the event promises an impressive lineup featuring 600 classic trucks and…

A Lot to See at the Quilt Show March 24!

The SaddleBrooke Quilters Quilt Show will be held in the SaddleBrooke MountainView Ballroom on March 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Boutique and demonstrations are held in adjacent rooms at the clubhouse. Admission is free! More than 90 beautifully sewn quilts will be on display, with some large and small quilts for sale. Our…

Annual Celebration April 8

Nancy McCluskey-Moore On Monday, April 8, at 3 p.m. in the MountainView Ballroom, SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) will honor the volunteers and supporters who have made it possible to annually serve children and their families living in the Copper Corridor, stretching from Catalina to Miami and San Carlos. This area includes more than three counties,…