Who We Are: We are SaddleBrooke residents who recognize the need in our community for a caring place of support and education for those experiencing hearing loss and those beginning to research this topic for themselves or a loved one. What We Do: (1) Discuss issues we face, learn tips and solutions, receive handout educational…
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August 2024, Generals
HLAA Auracast Update
Tim Gaule I would like to provide an update on what I learned about Auracast™ at the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) convention in June. Auracast broadcast is an expanded Bluetooth® technology. Classic Bluetooth©, used broadly today, allows transmission from one-to-one. Auracast broadcast differs from Classic Bluetooth in that it allows transmission from one-to-many.…
Generals, August 2024
How Various Types of Media Can Impact Our Lives
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart For seniors, one of our main sources of entertainment is our television. Most of us have the awareness that not everything we see on TV, social media, or movies should we believe. Correct? Maybe not. We are more likely to watch television than engage in any other activity. A wave of new…
August 2024, Generals
Gardening for Butterflies: The Importance of Monarch Waystations
Your Southeast Pinal County Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to attend our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 1 p.m. at SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Drive, Oracle, Ariz. Join us for this free presentation on “Gardening for Butterflies: The Importance of Monarch Waystations.” Known for its bright orange…
August 2024, Generals
Unit Happenings – August 2024
Unit 17 Celebrates Summer Barbara Barr Bengen Residents of Unit 17 gathered for lunch at the MountainView clubhouse on July 10. It was great to see everyone and learn about everyone’s summer plans. The food and fellowship were fabulous! The August event will be a happy hour at The Preserve. Unit 21 4th of July…
August 2024, Generals
Senior Village at SaddleBrooke – August 2024
Please Join Us for Senior Village Events and Activities Throughout the year, Senior Village offers SaddleBrooke residents a variety of opportunities to enjoy free concerts, socialize, recycle electronics, and more. Check out the upcoming events and activities below. For more information, visit www.seniorvillage.org/activities. August Music Matinee: Coyote Country Cloggers and Sonoran Singers Aug. 22 at…
August 2024, Generals
How Modern Life Is Redefining Our Reading Habits
As our lives become increasingly busy and technology-driven, our reading habits are changing in ways that significantly impact our cognitive development and cultural engagement. A recent article on Abtaba.com provides a look at current reading statistics, revealing trends especially relevant to those who have grown up with a love of books and the written word.…
August 2024, Generals
CSM Trio Live at MountainView Ballroom
Mark your calendars for a night of unforgettable music and fun! On Nov. 9 the CSM Trio will set the stage ablaze at a special fundraiser event benefiting the Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries (FSL). This exciting evening, held in the ballroom at MountainView, promises to be an event you won’t want to miss. Prepare for…
August 2024, Generals
Her Story in Historical Fiction
Renee Mazin History has not celebrated the contributions and achievements of women as much as men. This month, Book Nook wants to set the record straight by highlighting some of these women who deserve more recognition. Instead of examining the exact historical record, many authors represented in the SaddleBrooke Libraries collection tell the stories of…
August 2024, Generals
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – August 2024
Happy Tail: ‘They’re Sweethearts’ Romayne Trudo In November of 2021, longtime volunteers and supporters of SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network, Zenda and Vic Saraydarian, adopted an eight-month-old kitty from Oracle Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation (OARR). He is a stunning, all-black kitty with green eyes that they named Lil Guy. He has been the center of their…