Irina Zlatogorova Author of Our Indigenous Native Americans, Winner of the Booky Award in the History Category History is often shaped by the stories we choose to tell, and just as importantly, by the stories that were left untold. In Our Indigenous Native Americans, Booky Award-winning author John Stuart Watkins invites readers to look beyond…
LaVerne Kyriss Now that SaddleBrooke has gained recognition as a Firewise community, what does this designation mean for our homeowners and for our community? “First, Firewise recognition from the National Fire Protection Association acknowledges that we have taken steps to minimize the spread of wildfires in our community,” said SaddleBrooke One Firewise Committee Chair Rob…
Terese Butler Retirement is a wonderful thing! After years of earning a living, we finally have the opportunity to take up new interests and hobbies or to devote ourselves to artistic passions that have laid dormant due to a lack of time. As we journey on this road, we reach a point where we may…
Julie Adamen SaddleBrooke Swim Club Announces Fall 2026 “Let’s Swim!” Classes Can you swim, but wish you felt more comfortable, efficient, or confident in the water? If so, the SaddleBrooke Swim Club’s popular “Let’s Swim!” program may be just what you’re looking for. Offered free of charge to SaddleBrooke residents twice each year, Let’s Swim!…
SBCO Chosen as Charity of the Year Nancy McCluskey-Moore In 2025, Sonoran Desert Corvettes of Tucson (SDCT) chose SaddleBrooke Community Outreach as its Charity of the Year. As their donation to SBCO, SDCT members purchased and delivered backpacks filled with school supplies for students as well as a lot of supplies for local teachers. When…
Are you constantly criticizing yourself? Do you catastrophize every mistake? Do you have sleepless nights listening to your inner-critic? Let’s stop it. No one is meaner to us than we are. We easily find fault with most everything we say or do. We forgot we were supposed to have lunch with a friend and say…
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Brenda Steward Goofy Golf Delivers! As the MountainView Lady Putters looked over the green, obstacles abounded. Standard lines and serious reads were interrupted by pure chaos as putters navigated plastic clubs, weighted balls, pool noodles, and pink flamingos—even putting off the tops of Pink Solo Cups! From the first tee to the final hole, the…
Joan Benson The Fitness, Wellness and Recreation Committee is already hard at work planning the exciting 2027 Recreation and Activity Fair. The Fair is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 6 in the MountainView ballrooms. Club/Org Registration for the Fair will take place in the MountainView Ocotillo room from 8 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 2. At that time, clubs/groups will…
Champion’s Legacy A message from LOVAR Rescue is more than saving an animal in a moment of crisis—it is a lifelong promise. Lifeline Oro Valley Animal Rescue (LOVAR) focuses on special-needs animals: seniors, the sick, traumatized, and those who may need a long-term or permanent sanctuary. These animals often require more time, medical care, and…