Stephanie Urdilaes Jingle all the way to the Golden Goose Thrift Shop! We are your one-stop shop for all your holiday needs. Deck the halls. Dress and bling. Perfect gifts. It’s all here for a fraction of retail! Give the gift of joy. We have beautiful Golden Goose gift cards available that are sure to…
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Generals, December 2022
Unit Happenings
Unit 2 Halloween Party On Oct. 31 a Unit 2 gathering was held at the home of Barbara and Bob (aka Bob-cat) Allen. Costumes were optional; however, the majority attending were dressed for the occasion. A coven of witches, their familiars (cats), pirates, athletes, a member of the Addams family, cowgirl and cowhand, and others…
Generals, December 2022
… And a Warm, Soft Blanket
Rosemary Douglas In November, customers of the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) were eligible to receive two emergency food boxes, a full Thanksgiving dinner … and a warm, soft blanket. Several lucky families received a beautiful quilt made by the talented Sun City Quilters. We are thankful for the Sun City Quilters and appreciate their generosity…
Generals, December 2022
United SaddleBrooke Says Thank You
United SaddleBrooke Board of Directors ‘Tis the season of giving gifts and giving thanks. United SaddleBrooke (US) wants to thank the candidates who ran for the Homeowners Association boards. They offered their gifts—time, expertise, energy, and spirit—to serve us. Congrats to those who were elected, and thanks to the homeowners who voted. US looks forward…
Generals, December 2022
This I have Learned … The Apron
Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg A friend suggested that I write an article on the topic of the apron; I am glad that she did, for this little “article of clothing” holds a multitude of memories for many people. The word apron is from the French word “naperon,” meaning a small tablecloth. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary gives several…
Generals, December 2022
Come Enjoy an Evening of Mystery on the Big Screen!
On Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, local filmmakers Lori and Norb Lyle will show one of their award-winning films in SaddleBrooke! The psychological thriller Glass Cages will be at the MountainView Ballroom East starting at 4 p.m. This evening is free of charge, with donations for Lori Lyle’s next film, The Baby, accepted and appreciated. Door prizes,…
Generals, December 2022
Dressed Up Dogs Hit the Park
Linda Lyon Working like dogs might be an appropriate descriptor for the SaddleBrooke Dog Park Association (SDPA) lately, but there’s been much fun in the mix as well. Our awesome volunteer maintenance team has been diligently dealing with the change in weather challenges, and have stepped up event planning with snowbirds returning and the holidays…
Generals, December 2022
Tour de Bookstore
Renee Mazin Books are frequently a setting used by authors who are writing mysteries, cozies, or romances. There are many options! So, join me in a fun, fictional bookstore tour. Starting on the West Coast, The Lost and Found Bookshop in San Francisco is where Natalie is trying to make a go of a bookstore she…
Generals, December 2022
Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries
2022 Bucks 4 Books Raffle—Good for You and Our Libraries! Nancy McCluskey-Moore The Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries 2022 Bucks 4 Books Raffle raises money to buy new books, DVDs, and audiobooks for the SaddleBrooke Community Libraries. But it’s a win–win, because half of the money goes to the libraries, and the other half is distributed…