Wendy Hathorn The reasons to visit Ireland are vast. From studying history to immersion in dramatic scenery to exploring family roots, people travel to the Emerald Isle to experience craggy sea coasts, winding rivers, ancient castles, sprawling farmlands and fascinating cities. But whatever draws travelers in the first place, it is almost always Ireland’s warm-hearted…
Louise Grabell Roses are red, violets are blue; I made a mistake, so I must tell you! In my last article, I incorrectly mentioned that the next citrus fertilizing should take place on July 4. That is not right; the next citrus fertilizing should take place around Memorial Day. And you thought I was perfect!…
Bob Edelblut The Tournament of Champions is one of the relatively new additions to the Men’s Club portfolio of special tournaments. It was created with a single purpose in mind—to enhance the golf experience for the members of the MPMGA and by all measures it has been a major success. The TOC event is played…
Martin Philpot If you’ve ever attended a surprise party you know there’s a certain order to it. It typically starts when the door opens and everyone yells “Surprise!” at the unsuspecting honoree. The November budget compromise between Congress and the President put the party elements in reverse order – they yelled “surprise” then closed the…
Senior Village offers free trial membership Gary Hammond A very generous gift by a SaddleBrooke resident (who wishes to remain anonymous) has enabled the Senior Village at SaddleBrooke to expand our outreach efforts to the community. As part of that effort, starting immediately we are able to offer a free trial membership for calendar 2016.…
Micki Wilverding Sr. Jose Women’s Shelter located in the homeless corridor in Tucson has a need for the following: adult clothes, twin sheets, blankets (any size), towels and personal care items such as shampoo, shower gel, lotions (regular or travel size) and feminine products. Men’s clothing will also be accepted and donated where needed. The…
Susan Dawson-Cook The words strength training may conjure up images of muscle-bound men grunting and sweating through a grueling circuit of machines set at heavy weights. In reality, there are nearly as many ways to approach strength training as there are stars in the sky. People can get stronger using machines, hand held weights, resistance…
Carmela Pankey February and March are a couple of the best months in the year to play golf here at SaddleBrooke. Except for a few frost delays here and there in February, the weather has been ideal. It’s also more the merrier with the winter visitors adding to the enjoyment. Congratulations go out to Geri…
Janet Fabio and Virginia Bynum Do you know there are three libraries in SaddleBrooke, but all operating as one library system? Each library is unique, but all offer a collection of fiction, non-fiction, paperbacks and large print books. The DesertView Library located in the DesertView Theatre and Sports Building has the largest collection. It is…
Mark your calendar for our annual event featuring Catalina Ranch House fashions. Silent Auction items are donated by talented SaddleBrooke residents and local businesses. We accept cash and checks for auction items. Lunch is a quiche, salad, ice cream and special cookie. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, May 11 at 9:00 a.m. at HOA 1.…