Joan Elder In the spring of 2014, I was working with students at Basis Charter School as part of the SaddleBrooke Writers Group. Rachel Henson was a senior, ready to begin her senior project. She had decided to write a novel and already had a faculty advisor, but still needed a non-faculty advisor, too. She asked…
Category: December 2021
Sports, December 2021
2021 SaddleBrooke Ryder Cup
Trudy Miller Spurred on by the terrific American victory in the late September Ryder Cup, the 18-hole men’s leagues from SaddleBrooke One and SaddleBrooke TWO went head-to-head in the annual SaddleBrooke Ryder Cup challenge. The two-day event was held on Nov. 1 and Nov. 4. At the end of day one, played on the SaddleBrooke…
Generals, December 2021
2021 Source Book Correction
Robson Publishing Please be advised that the non-emergency phone number for the Golder Ranch Fire Department (866-263-6701) is not correct and should not be used. This number is incorrectly listed on the Handy Number Guide and on page 2 in the General Information section under Emergency Numbers. Please cross off this incorrect number in your…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Glass Art Club of SaddleBrooke
Beth Longman Glass art has been around for hundreds of years, as evidenced by the beautiful stained glass windows in old churches and other historic buildings. Glass art encompasses an enormous range and variety of ways to use glass to create art objects. Stained glass is considered to be the use of foiling techniques and lead…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Metaphysical Explorations Group Burning Bowl Service and Potluck
Rev. Suzanne Marlatt Stewart As we begin our new year, I invite you to join others for a service designed to help us release the past and set intentions for our lives. Releasing the old and inviting the new is the purpose of our traditional burning bowl service, which will be held on Saturday, Jan.…
Generals, December 2021
Notice to SaddleBrooke Utility Company, Lago Del Oro Water Company, and Ridgeview Utility Company Customers
An email was recently sent out regarding unauthorized, third-party online bill payments services, such as Doxo.com, that may appear to be affiliated with your utility and/or water company when searching online. All SaddleBrooke residents should use caution when searching online to make payments. The only authorized online payment website for SaddleBrooke residents for the utility…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Hiking Club Members Enjoy a Downtown Mural Walk
Ruth Caldwell On Nov. 4, eight SaddleBrooke Hiking Club (SBHC) members met in downtown Tucson for a four-mile walk to visit over 50 murals. This walk focused on the area between Stone and Fourth Avenue on the west and east sides, with the north/south streets being University and Broadway. Tucson is a city known for…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Partners Western Dance: January 2022 Activities
Jane Gromelski, President, Partners Western Dance Club Our next Arizona two-step and western waltz classes will start on Monday, Jan. 10, in the MountainView Ballroom. The beginners class will meet at 6 p.m., and the intermediate class will meet at 7 p.m. This series of classes will run through February. We recommend leather-soled shoes or…
Religion, December 2021
IJSS Celebrates Chanukah!
In October, Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) members observed Shabbat services via Zoom. Rabbi Harari officiated, and Sarah Boltt and David Mancini-Conway accompanied the cantorial soloist. Hopefully, this will be the last Zoom service, as we plan to meet in person for Chanukah in December. Our previous Zoom services for the High Holy Days…
Clubs & Classes, December 2021
Women On Our Own (WOOO) News
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, with activities to suit any interest. The latest is a biking group for WOOO members…