Category: December 2015

Advanced instruction for REC and 2.0 SPA players

One third of the more than 700 SaddleBrooke Pickleball Association (SPA) members are fairly new to Pickleball, so the SPA board unanimously approved a program Advanced Assisted Play Instruction specifically designed for REC and 2.0 Pickleball players! Every Wednesday (except December 23) from 1:00-2:30 p.m. on Ridgeview court Nos. 4, 5 and 6, an instructor…

The Gardeners Exchange

The Gardeners Exchange at Saaddlebrooke Ranch welcomes Mark Sitter, owner of B and B Cactus Nursery, to speak on Wednesday, December 16 at 1:00 p.m. in the La Mesa Room at La Hacienda Club. Mark will share his vast knowledge of growing cacti and succulents, focusing on designing containers of succulents and their particular care.…

Fine Arts Guild schedule

Janet Tucker The Guild has been working hard to put together an exciting selection of classes for the winter and spring. And remember, you do not have to be a Guild member to sign up and take classes; they’re open to everyone. All classes are held in the Arts and Crafts area in HOA Two…

Bible 101

Joanne Fairweather, teacher

Terry Barringer “Why 101?” Most of us are familiar with this terminology representing an introductory course – one without prerequisites. As a result, this compelling introduction to the Bible has become one of the most requested studies offered by CCSB. Since becoming a part of the study curriculum a couple of years ago, women at…

Reformation Sunday at local church

Pastor Rachel Srubas leads the celebration!

Nan Nasser On Sunday, October 25, Reformation Sunday was celebrated at Mountain Shadows Presbyterian Church by including the dedication of an accessibility ramp, welcoming new members and celebrating the 18th birthday of MSPC. Recently the Session of MSPC authorized the construction of a ramp to the chancel to allow improved access to the pulpit and…

ILR – Institute for Learning in Retirement

Share our knowledge – teach an ILR class Ken Marich, ILR Board member All of us living in SaddleBrooke have interesting backgrounds and a lifelong set of experiences. Why not share your knowledge with your community? Have you ever taught a course based on your expertise and talent? Would you like to teach a course?…

Busy fall for Lady Niners

Val Malik, Turkey Shoot winner

Barbara Johnson On November 3, the SaddleBrooke Lady Niners held their annual Turkey Shoot. For this event, the lady to land closest-to-the-pin on Hole No. Six of the Saddlebrooke Course wins a gift certificate to buy that turkey for Thanksgiving. This year’s weather was absolutely beautiful and the winner was Val Malik – great shooting,…

SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Happenings

Grand Marshals Melanie Stout and Anni Evans were selected to lead the walk because of their longtime dedication to Kids’ Closet.

Walkathon 2015 – thank you, everyone! Nan Nasser The 19th annual SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Walkathon took place on Saturday, October 24, with great enthusiasm and energy. Over 250 people registered, wore bright yellow T-shirts, and either walked the 5K route around Ridgeview or the shorter segment to the fire house on SaddleBrooke Blvd. The water…

Competing at the national level

Allison Lehman

Allison Lehman In July I competed in the Senior National Games in Minneapolis, Minnesota; my first exposure in a national swim meet. My husband, Liam Flynn suggested going. We were traveling north and east on a road trip. He would be doing most of the driving. I qualified by swimming in a prior swim meet…