Joan Benson, HOA2 FWR Committee Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, is the date for the SaddleBrooke HOA2 Recreation and Activities Fair. The event will run from 8 to 11 a.m. This is always an exciting and busy event where clubs and social groups showcase their activities and inform prospective members. This event is coordinated by the…
Category: November 2021
Clubs & Classes, November 2021
Genealogy Club News
Kathy Booher Are you a seasoned detective in genealogy research, or just beginning your journey into the past? The Genealogy Club is a group of inquisitive-minded folks who are searching for the answers to “where did I come from?” The group meets the first Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. in the Coyote Room…
Features, November 2021
Word of the Month: Contronym
David Zapatka Reader and dear friend, Ellen Engel, suggested I look at Mental Floss’ article on contronyms. I subscribed to Mental Floss for years and enjoyed the magazine. Today, you can only read it online, as its print version has been discontinued. Contronym noun con·tro·nym | ˈkän-trə-ˌnim variant–contranym: a word having two meanings that contradict one another. Origin…
Features, November 2021
Thank You, Friends: SaddleBrooke Residents Deliver
Jan Pede We put out the word that the Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) was in desperate need of gently used towels and, boy, did SaddleBrooke respond. Within two days, we were able to deliver two large SUV loads to the shelter, and within a week, we had delivered another large SUV load. Our laundry…
Sports, November 2021
Hiking Oracle Ridge
Elisabeth Wheeler Hikers, led by Jeff Love, enjoyed an adventurous hike up Oracle Ridge from the American Flag Ranch Trailhead outside Oracle. Recent rains had brought out abundant grasses and catclaw over the lower section of the trail. The 2000-foot elevation gain provided grand views of Apache Peak, Samaniego Ridge, and Picacho Peak in the…
Clubs & Classes, November 2021
Women On Our Own
Liz Boyd Women On Our Own (WOOO) is an organization for women who are on their own (single and not in a committed relationship) and who want to stay active and enjoy life with friends. We maintain a busy schedule, including lots of dinners out and potlucks at members’ homes. Recently, we have begun planning…
Features, November 2021
Why Diffuse Essential Oils Instead of Fragrance Candles?
JoAnne Gaudioso If you are searching for a real aromatherapy treatment and a healthy lifestyle, diffusing essential oils should be your choice. We cannot ignore the many benefits provided by dispersing essential oils. Safety: Candles are just not a practical choice for diffusing. Open flames are just too dangerous, especially when you are trying to…
Generals, November 2021
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardener
Back to the Garden—Agave Snout Weevil Sheilah Britton, Pinal County Master Gardener Recent monsoon rains brought much moisture and beauty to our thirsty desert, and with the rain came mosquitos, gnats, and black beetles that carpeted our streets after the storms. Most of these critters are thinning out, although the Agave Snout Weevil (Sycphophorus acupunctatus)…
Features, November 2021
Diana Madaras Paints the Saguaro
Diana Madaras is known for her colorful depictions of the Sonoran Desert landscape. In this collection of saguaro “portraits,” Diana captures the animated spirit of Tucson’s favorite native cactus. Visit the gallery from Jan. 1 through Jan. 31, 2022, for Diana Madaras Paints the Saguaro. The Madaras Gallery can be found at 3035 N. Swan,…
Generals, November 2021
Unit Happenings
Unit 25 Celebrates Oktoberfest Ron Mazurek Over 35 members of Unit 25 got together at the HOA1 tennis pavilion on Oct. 24 to celebrate the annual German festival. With the threat of COVID finally subsiding, more folks are getting comfortable with getting together to socialize and have a good time together. The tennis pavilion was…