Sheilah Britton The more agaves I discover, the more I feel they represent the theatrical spirit of the desert. With colors ranging from silver and blue to red and green, in stripes and textures, with teeth and hair, their characteristics seem almost human. Species of agave are found in the United States, Mexico, and Central…
Ken Marich The Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) is proud to introduce Dr. Paul Frederickson as a member of the faculty of the ILR. Paul has a long history of college/university teaching experience. He was born in Howell, Mich., in 1951. Paul earned a B.A. degree in Political Science from Michigan State University in…
LaVerne Kyriss David Thekan says painting for him is almost like meditation; something he gets completely absorbed in. “I paint because I enjoy it,” he said, smiling. “Although it’s a plus when I sell a piece, I mostly paint for myself.” Thekan has been creating art most of his life. “My grandfather was an artist and growing…
BJ Murray, VP of SaddleBrooke Cyclemasters The value of wearing helmets while riding your bike is immense. Seems we all know of someone who has been riding a bike and been in a substantial accident. Many will point out that they are happy that they had their bike helmets on, some claiming to say that…
Linda Vautrin-Hale No time like the present to save your spot for the Master Gardeners Lecture Series: Springtime Gardening in the Desert. This is a new series of talks to be held on Wednesdays in February 2021 via a Zoom format. Lectures are free. These lectures are designed to resolve basic gardening issues along with gaining…
David Stanard Resurrection Church at SaddleBrooke will hold a special worship service on Christmas Eve day on Dec. 24. The service will be at 1 p.m. in the Vermillion Room at the SaddleBrooke One Clubhouse. This service of Christmas music and a message will be led by Pastor Jim Vadis. Pastor Vadis, who is well known for…
Pat Huska Grief often leaves us distressed, depressed, suffering, or sorrowful. Grief can have devastating effects on your body, mind, and spirit, but support and encouragement are available for your grief journey. The GriefShare Ministry of Community Church at SaddleBrooke will hold special educational and support seminars for people who are grieving the loss of…
Barbara Johnson Those who have attended the Arts & Crafts Fairs in the spring and fall know that we have a tremendous number of truly creative artisans here in SaddleBrooke. Our current state of the COVID pandemic encouraged our artisans to be even more creative in these trying times. Unable to hold its regular indoor…
G. William Myers (LT, CEC, USN Former) The Catalina Mountain Satellite Chapter (CMSC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) has resumed its regular, monthly meetings after having suspended them in the spring because of the COVID-19 virus and after CMSC’s normal summer hiatus. The next meeting will be held at 1400 hours (2…
Linda Whitehead ‘Tis the month of December (how’d it get here so fast?) And SaddleBrooke is readying for the holiday blast. The year 2020 was less than a delight So, the season ahead we all hope will be bright. Santa wanted an outpost in our desert land And the SaddleBrooke Gift Shop fitted his plan.…