Vicki Cunningham In post-World War II America, there was a resurgence of interest in medieval and Renaissance culture. In the 1950s, there was a strong, early “medieval music” revival that was heard with folk music. Along with the music, hippies dressed in medieval peasant costumes at music gatherings across the states. Although historical reenactments…
Cell phone classes delayed Dave Tiefenbach April marks the end of the Spring 2018 classes. However, instructors will be offering classes through the summer. I will post those classes in the newspaper when they become available; however, check the club calendar frequently at www.saddlebrookecc.org for new classes. The smartphone classes by Cellular Sales representatives…
Pam Boedeker This was Doris Evans’ sixth annual visit to SaddleBrooke Nature Club. Our favorite speaker has been involved in studying and teaching about desert plants and animals most of her life. Doris’ knowledge and curiosity about what’s going on in her yard has no limits. Much to our delight, Doris’ sleuthing skills have…
Tim Morsani A work party from The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke recently joined several nearby clubs for a mass tree-planting at the “new” Veterans Cemetery in Marana. Rotarians supplied and planted over 100 trees on the 32-acre site. For details about the cemetery, see dvs.az.gov/arizona-veterans-memorial-cemetery-marana. This group-effort dovetailed nicely with the Rotary International president’s…
Paul Shalita This clinic is a practice and critique session designed for players at intermediate and advanced levels who desire to improve their Bridge. No partner is necessary. No time commitment; come late, leave early. Meet potential new partners. Sessions run from 9:00 a.m. to noon on Saturday mornings at 37901 S. Arroyo Way…
Tim Morsani David Jungbluth, student counselor for San Manuel High School, was recognized by The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke for outstanding service to his community and to the students of the Tri-communities. The Paul Harris Award (named after Rotary’s founder) indicates that $1,000 has been given to the foundation of Rotary International. In this…
Patti Albaugh Scheduling demands in SaddleBrooke mean that SaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotary Club is now meeting on Thursday at noon in the Catalina Room next to the Mesquite Grill in SaddleBrooke TWO. We invite you to drop in and see what we are about. SaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotary Club is proud of all our members, who…
Myra Knapp Our purpose is to share information and to support the efforts of those who, like us, are caring for a friend or loved one who has had a stroke or is living with any neurological disorder. Caregivers can find themselves giving mental, emotional, and physical support all day, every day, without recharging.…
Last Star Party Rita Fletcher You, your family and friends are all invited to “see more clearly” some spectacular sights! Star Parties are held at the SaddleBrooke Softball Field parking lot. Please enter and exit with only your car’s parking lights on, so as not to disturb those already viewing through our members’ telescopes…
Sue Bush SaddleBrooke hikers enjoy the beautiful saguaros and wildflowers on the Alamo Canyon Trail in Catalina State Park on March 26. From left to right: Hy and Rosanne Beraznik, Ruth Leman and Sue and Phil Bush. Picture taken by hike leader Tim Butler.