Greg Hlushko Playing chess provides a comprehensive cognitive workout that strengthens memory, accelerates pattern recognition, and builds a robust cognitive reserve against aging. By challenging both hemispheres of the brain simultaneously, it forces the mind to balance strict logical analysis with creative spatial visualization. So come by to learn how to play or to play a…
Mary Klootwyk Waco, Texas, welcomed thousands of dancers, callers, cuers, and guests from across the United States and around the world for the 75th National Square Dance Convention, and by every measure, the Diamond Jubilee celebration was a tremendous success. Held June 24 to 27 at the Waco Convention Center, the four-day event featured nonstop…
Judy Saks All SaddleBrooke residents are welcome to join the SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club (SBDC) at any time. If you would like to try a class first before joining, you may attend one full monthly session of Introductory Novice classes for free. If you would like to continue, you are strongly encouraged to join the…
Carmen Konkle Now that the hot and very hot weather has arrived, what should we be doing in the hot summer months in our gardens? Mostly we should do as our plants are doing and just be. In this heat, most plants just want to survive and rest. If you see signs of stress, like…
Dee Berisha A very special monthly Women On Our Own (WOOO) dining experience takes place on the second Saturday of each month. It is devoted to dining “close to SaddleBrooke” or in SaddleBrooke to reduce driving in the dark as well as patronizing dining venues in our close proximity. One of these venues that have…
Ken Wong Staying in our home state, the SaddleBrooke Hiking Club traveled up north in April for the first offsite trip of the calendar year. The destination was Prescott with three days of hiking from April 14 to 16. The trip started inauspiciously with unforecast heavy rains falling on the Prescott area on the eve…
Byron Cotter Do you enjoy learning new “stuff”? If so, SaddleBrooke Lifelong Learning is your ticket to a range of exciting courses this coming fall! New courses include: * The First Renegades of Rock and Roll by David Jarvis. David will cover the origins and predecessors of Rock and Roll, which date back to the…
Gary Pelphrey I came to pickleball looking for exercise. I stayed because it turns out getting humbled by a wiffle ball is surprisingly good for the soul. Five years later, I own more paddles than I care to admit, know the difference between a Dink and an Erne, and I’ve discovered something unexpected: pickleball has…
B’nai MidBar News Melanie Einbund From Our President, Joy Erickson A beloved congregant and community leader Esta Goldstein is preparing to move back east after 30 years in Tucson. Her contributions to both the Jewish and broader Tucson communities are immeasurable. Intelligent, compassionate, and dedicated, Esta helped form Congregation B’nai Midbar and remains a treasured mentor.…
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart SaddleBrooke Sacred Circle This renewed format is designed for a meaningful and heart-centered experience, including prayer and meditation, a short inspirational message, and time for deepening discussion. It’s an opportunity to pause, reconnect spiritually, and engage in uplifting conversation in a welcoming community setting. Whether you have joined us before or this…