Jim Ryan The New Year is just around the corner and it’s that time of year to determine your resolution for 2015. You want to know a sure resolution winner? How about a resolution that will enhance your cardio system, boost your endorphins and give you an opportunity to get to know some very nice…
Category: December 2014
Clubs & Classes, December 2014
Line Dance Lessons with Rebecca – December 2014
Sign up now for winter line dance lessons. Classes start January 19-22, but floor space is tight as of November 24. The winter series will run 10 weeks with a final date March 30-April 2. Classes run 90 minutes and Rebecca’s lessons are full of maximum fun for your time and money. What do you…
Clubs & Classes, December 2014
The SaddleBrooke Troop Support presents: A conversation with American heroes
Diane Mazzarella Imagine how much fun it would be to sit in on a conversation between two decorated combat pilots—one who went on to become an astronaut and the other a four star general. Want to ask them a question, in person? Mark your calendar now for lunch on February 4 at SaddleBrooke Vista Restaurant…
Clubs & Classes, December 2014
Tai Chi classes at SaddleBrooke One and Two
Carol Emerson I’m so pleased to announce that we have expanded our Tai Chi offerings at SaddleBrooke One! In addition to the beginning class on Friday afternoons, there is an additional beginning/intermediate class and an advanced class on Saturdays. This allows students a full progression of training. Also, the free private lesson is still available…
Generals, December 2014
Christmas, My Way – A Sinatra Holiday Bash
Sue Bishop Christmas, My Way – A Sinatra Holiday Bash! will be presented December 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Francis Theatre, 4625 E. River Road (northwest corner of River and Swan). The program, directed by Robert Encila with musical direction by Nick Stanley, was conceived by David Grapes and…
Clubs & Classes, December 2014
SaddleBrooke Skygazers – December 2014
John Lauder Where could we find water? Those of us who live in the desert certainly know water is important and future space travelers will need water. In our solar system, where could we find water? The Goldilocks Zone is the region around our star where the surface temperature of a planet might allow liquid…
Clubs & Classes, December 2014
Oil painting classes for everyone
Richard Bynum In searching for a place to retire, Virginia and I selected SaddleBrooke because it was a well planned community that offered many different activities along with great weather and awesome views. In 2007 I decided to try oil painting. My father had taken up oil painting when he retired, and I had always…
Clubs & Classes, December 2014
Roving Diners meet for a tailgate party
Sue Reggentin Roving Diners are groups of six to eight people from Community Church in SaddleBrooke who meet for food and fellowship. Groups are formed twice a year; each group meeting three to four times. Those involved take turns hosting, selecting the event and all contribute food to the meal. Linda and Tom Carr recently…
Clubs & Classes, December 2014
Desert dangers: venomous creatures of the desert
Pam Boedeker The Coyote Room was filled to capacity for the November meeting of SaddleBrooke Nature Club. New residents and long-time residents were all interested in avoiding or treating those poisonous bites, stings and punctures that occur here in our Sonoran Desert. The speaker, Liz Barta, RN, has been with the University of Arizona College…
Features, December 2014
How Does Your Garden Grow? – December 2014
Louise Grabell Christmas is coming and we are surrounded by the brilliant colors of Christmas plants. Interestingly, about the only true Christmas plant is the poinsettia as its colorful brachts really do appear around the holidays. Amaryllis normally blooms in early spring and grows quite nicely here in the high desert. If you grow one…