Barbara Starrett Every year the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL), during the summer solstice week, holds “The Longest Day” event to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association. From sunrise to sunset, members across the country host tournaments, teach lessons, and play multiple sessions to advance the cause. This year, SaddleBrooke’s Small Slams Bridge Club will…
Susan Love Part One: Kathy O’Connell was a professional bridge player and teacher for 15 years, during which she rubbed elbows with top players across the United States. In her final year as a pro, she spent 176 nights in hotel rooms. She never had to advertise—her reputation alone kept her booked, with every job…
Karla Trippe As part of launching her new spirituality services, Karla Trippe is excited to host SaddleBrooke’s first Mini Metaphysical Fair at her home in SaddleBrooke TWO. She is currently seeking passionate vendors to join the event and share their talents, including spiritual services, intuitive readings, handmade jewelry, candles, oracle or tarot cards, yoga, and…
Marilee Jensen On March 26 the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) held a luncheon at DeMarco’s Restaurant in Oracle to thank the many volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to provide nutritious food for families in need in the Copper Corridor communities of Oracle, San Manuel, Mammoth, Dudleyville, and Aravaipa. The food bank volunteers included…
Lorna Kitchen The SaddleBrooke RV Club has created a new type of trip called a “Follow Me.” Our members are encouraged to share their plans and offer to have members join them. On March 1 a group of 11 RVs braved the high winds and “followed” Ron and Vicki Browne on their annual trip to…
Mary Klootwyk Square dancing has changed a lot since we were in grade school. Today’s square dance is a fun activity set to a wide variety of music that offers great social interaction while providing both physical exercise and mental stimulation in a drug- and alcohol-free environment. It’s a great form of exercise and stress…
Barbara Starrett On April 23 SaddleBrooke Freethinkers had a member dinner party at the SaddleBrooke One Activity Center. About 120 members attended, with 80 sitting inside and 40 sitting out on the patio. The weather was perfect. The food was provided by the club, and members brought their beverage of choice. The party was enjoyed…
Dee Berisha The ladies of WOOO (Women On Our Own) celebrated First Saturday Happy Hour in April by enjoying a variety of seafood at Kingfisher Bar and Grill on Grant in Tucson. One of the few restaurants in Tucson whose menu focuses primarily on seafood, Kingfisher is well worth the drive and carpool from SaddleBrooke.…
Mary Jane Wilson Cacti, succulents, citrus, fruit trees, vegetables, herbs, roses, flowers—you name it, and someone in SaddleBrooke probably has experience growing what you are interested in. Members have moved here from Pennsylvania, California, Florida, New York, Wisconsin, Massachusetts, Indiana, Washington, Texas, etc., etc.—all places where we have one thing in common: Gardening is very…
Marsha Mantykow That’s pretty much a wrap for the official 2024-25 social season. Although we say goodbye to the snowbirds, we’re still planning events for those among us who brave the 115-degree summer. Keep watching your emails for information throughout the summer. For anyone who read last month’s article (I’m sure all of you did!),…