Ron Stenstrom So, what is meant by the term “fifth column”? Its origins go back to the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) when a report circulated that four columns of soldiers were approaching Madrid and a fifth column already existed within Madrid, ready to uprise at the appropriate time. The term has come to mean a…
Category: October 2024
Features, October 2024
Drive Your Dreams with One Low Rate
The excitement of finding the perfect vehicle can quickly be overshadowed by the complexities of financing. Traditional auto loans often present a daunting landscape, with interest rates varying widely based on creditworthiness. This can leave borrowers feeling uncertain and frustrated. Hughes Federal Credit Union’s One Low Rate™ offers a refreshing alternative and creates a straightforward…
October 2024, Generals
Learn More About Critters of the Sonoran Desert and Beyond
Janet Fabio and Renee Mazin In SaddleBrooke we are all desert dwellers, but some critters have been in our community much longer than us. Learn more about our desert neighbors in the Southwest Collection at the DesertView Library! Pick up books such as Desert Life, Wildlife of the Southwest Deserts, Desert Holes, and Tread Lightly.…
Sports, October 2024
SaddleBrooke Men’s Putters Weekly Scoring
Week of 8/29/24 Individual Low Gross 1st (33) Dan McKeon 2nd (36) Jim Jevne, Dan Cavanaugh 3rd (37) Tom Johnson, Dave Rutkowski Individual Low Net 1st (34) Dennis Holt, Steve Solberg, Roger Mastro 2nd (35) Chris Abbot, Ric Nicholson, Jim Thompson 3rd (36) Bruce Anderson, Hal Davis, Don Merritt, Bill Meyers, Bill Snyder Aces (3)…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
Catalina Mountain Elks Holds PVA Luncheon
Marie Starjnski On Aug. 17 Catalina Mountain Elks provided a welcome home luncheon for the competing athletes at this year’s Paralyzed Veterans Games. Each athlete was given $1,000 by our Veterans Committee to help defray costs of their travel.
October 2024, Sports
Come Shop and Hit on Tennis Cabana Day!
Debbie McGeehan Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 2! Cheri Megli and Marco Navarro are coming from Phoenix with the Tennis Cabana for the 12th straight year. It’s always a fun day to socialize on our patio, look for some new court attire, and try out some new racquets/paddles. This year we will have Lon…
October 2024, Generals
Golden Goose Annual Estate Event!
The Golden Goose Thrift Shop has long been a repository for unique vintage, antiques, heirlooms, rarities, and curiosities! Customers, collectors, and dealers have availed themselves of these exciting offerings so much so that it was decided to turn this event into an annual occurrence! Please mark your calendars and join us for our much-anticipated 7th…
October 2024
We Are Rehearsing
Cheri A. Emahiser The Singers have begun rehearsals for their December concert titled “A Hollywood Hollyday!” We have started practicing some wonderful music, most of which you will recognize from holiday movies. We can’t wait to sing for you the tune “Somewhere in My Memory” from the movie Home Alone. Our Director Is Fabulous Once…
October 2024, Generals
Pill Drop-Off
Tired of seeing old, expired pills staring back at you from your medicine chest? Bring them to the Pill Drop at the Sheriff’s Office! Location: Pinal County Sheriff’s Substation, 63701 East SaddleBrooke Blvd., in the SaddleBrooke Mini Mart October Schedule: Friday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 2 to 4…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
Wanted, A Few Good Men …
Jane Gromelski To learn to dance! Gentlemen, we have ladies who would love to dance, and they need a partner. This is not a dating service. We just need more lead dancers for the purpose of dance only. And dancing is fun! Western dancing encompasses 2 step, waltz, and partner pattern dancing. We can add…