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…
Category: March 2024
March 2024, Sports
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,…
March 2024, Generals
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…
March 2024, Generals
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…
March 2024, Sports
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.…
March 2024, Generals
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…
Features, March 2024
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…
March 2024, Generals
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,…
March 2024, Generals
Unit Happenings
Units 5 and 11 Join for a Pre-Souper Bowl Party Ken Marich and Ric Nicholson SaddleBrooke Units 5 and 11 joined together in a pre-Super Bowl social gathering on Feb. 9, sharing a potluck of culinary delights, including “souper” soups, chilis, stews, salads, breads, and desserts. Nearly 60 attendees enjoyed breaking bread and meeting friends, new…
March 2024, Generals
Let’s Try This Again—Leading the Way in Minimally Invasive Heart Surgeries
Barbara Barr Bengen Save the date for Saturday morning, April 13, at 8:30 a.m. at the DesertView Performing Arts Center to meet the doctor who is leading the way in minimally invasive heart surgery. The Wellness Integrated Network (WIN)of SaddleBrooke is proud to present Dr. Thomas Waggoner. Dr. Waggoner couldn’t make his first presentation due to…