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…
Category: September 2026
September 2026, Generals
Talk to Yourself Like You’re Someone You Love
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…
Generals, September 2026
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
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September 2026, Front Page
Obstacle Courses and Outrageous Costumes
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…
September 2026, Generals
Club/Group Registration for the 2027 Recreation and Activity Fair
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…
September 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – September 2026
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…
September 2026, Features
In Passing – September 2026
Randall Dighton Randall Dighton, husband, father, grandfather, and dear friend passed away on June 30 after a short illness, while a resident at Heritage Manor in hospice care. His life is a testament to an exceptional man who brought extraordinary light into this world. Randall was born on May 29, 1946, in Los Angeles, and…
September 2026, Generals
SBR: Strong—Brave—Resilient: Cancer Support Group’s Second Annual FUNraising Auction
Sandy Jessop Each October, the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Cancer Support Group (CSG) raises money to help battle cancer. 2025 began a wonderful new tradition, with its first annual Silent Auction. Over 100 items, donated by residents and local businesses, were available for bidding; along with a donation box for other generous attendees. The evening was…
September 2026, Features
My Favorite Comfort Food
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart When you eat ice cream, does your mind drift into a mix of taste, texture, and emotional memories? The smooth or chunky texture can trigger sensory recall. l remember bicycling to the nearby drug store fountain for a bowl of my favorite flavor, sitting on the deck with my parents having an…
September 2026, Features
Ask Emma: Your Questions Answered by a Little White Dog with Big Opinions
Emma, a little white dog who lives in SaddleBrooke Hello SaddleBrooke Progress friends. I’m Emma, your cheerful little white dog in SaddleBrooke. In this column, I share a dog’s-eye view on life by answering questions with kindness, gentle humor, and tail-wagging wisdom. Follow my adventures and photos on my blog, Life With Emma in the…